This Calls for a Celebration

Nothing brings people together like good food and a good old-fashioned party. Planning on hosting any time soon? Get inspired by these unique venues across Independent Collection Hotels & Resorts.

The Morrow Hotel

Good for: Rooftop celebrations, fancy dinners, bridal showers, office outings, corporate meetings

Sunny, sleek, and oh-so chic, The Morrow Hotel is a delightful newcomer to Washington, D.C.’s NoMa neighborhood. From the luminous lobby lounge to the elegant Burnham Suite, this design-forward hotel has no shortage of stunning event space. Celebrate in style at the Armature Ballroom, or toast to new beginnings from Rooftop at The Morrow, a vibrant open-air rooftop with indoor-outdoor seating, cozy fire pits, and jaw-dropping views of D.C.’s skyline. For more buttoned-up occasions, the hotel’s breakout rooms make lovely backdrops for work or play.

Best of all, an expert culinary team is standing by to craft personalized menus for every occasion, from breakfast meetings and author meet-and-greets, to elaborate wedding celebrations under the stars.

The Whitney Hotel

Good for: Family brunch, rehearsal dinners, baby showers

When you picture Boston – those narrow colonial streets and famous red-brick buildings – you’re probably thinking of Beacon Hill. This enchanting neighborhood is one of the oldest in Boston, rich with history and a growing number of shops, cafes, antique stores, and other interesting finds. 

At The Whitney Hotel, Beacon Hill’s old-world charm is blended with sleek new style at Peregrine, the hotel’s Mediterranean restaurant. Across the dining room and outdoor verandas, modern furniture juxtaposes vintage art, while traditional Italian dishes get an innovative twist. Together they make a warm, welcoming space perfect for hosting family and celebrating with friends, old and new.

Aliz Hotel Times Square

Good for: Work happy hours, engagement parties, bachelor & bachelorette groups

Panoramic views, creative cocktails, vintage decor, James Bond motifs…what more could you want from a rooftop lounge? Towering above Midtown Manhattan, Dear Irving on Hudson is one of the highest hangout spots in New York City, and definitely one of the swankiest. This retro penthouse takes over the 40th and 41st floors of Aliz Hotel Times Square, with four distinct rooms to host 300 of your nearest and dearest. Dear Irving’s menu is nearly just as big, with loads of bar snacks and seasonal drinks to keep them satisfied.

Hotel Dena

Good for: Corporate meetings, industry mixers

Hotel Dena is just 30 minutes away from downtown Los Angeles and mere steps from major event venues in Old Town Pasadena, a prime location for business travelers and industry meetings near LA. 

Event planners have their pick of beautiful ballrooms and breakout rooms, each equipped with A/V tech and artisanal decor. And for any Hollywood writers out there, Hotel Dena’s aptly named Writer’s Den makes for a delightful place to lock yourself away. 

Get the creative juices flowing with breakfast at Lyric, the hotel’s SoCal restaurant inspired by poets and musicians past. Trust your private event catering to Chef Pablo Salas, a renowned Mexican chef at the helm of one of the World’s 50 Best Latin American Restaurants, or savor his award-winning Mexican cuisine at Agents Only, the hotel’s versatile music-themed lounge with rockin’ craft cocktails and sizzling enchiladas.

The Plaza Hotel Pioneer Park

Good for: Destination weddings, bachelor parties

Have you ever been to a penthouse wedding with views of two different countries? For the unconventional brides and grooms, The Plaza Hotel Pioneer Park is a unique destination wedding choice. Bring your Pinterest board to life in one of the hotel’s Art Deco ballrooms, or toast to adventures ahead from La Perla’s posh rooftop terrace – the highest open-air rooftop in El Paso – and watch the sunset over New Mexico, Texas, and Mexico all at once. 

Downstairs at Ámbar Restaurante, the interior design is just as impressive. Reclaimed stained glass, original wood beams, and ornate chandeliers frame a glowing, cathedral-like space centered around a 40-foot-tall agave wall stacked with over 800 tequilas, mezcals, and agave spirits – the largest agave spirits collection in North America! Even better, the hotel will introduce The Agave Room this year, an ultra-VIP dining room complete with Ámbar tasting menus and rare agave pairings. If that doesn’t start the party, we don’t know what will…

Hotel Landy

Good for: Family reunions, industry mixers, weddings, bachelor & bachelorette groups

Orlando, Florida is synonymous with fun. Nowhere on earth has more theme parks than Orlando – though there’s plenty of fun to be had around town: House of Blues concerts, kayaking through natural springs, and lots, lots more. 

For celebrations that call for extra fun, consider Hotel Landy, a brand new family-friendly hotel centrally located on Universal Boulevard. Hotel Landy has nine distinct venues to mix and match for private events, including an outdoor courtyard and spacious ballrooms that fit over 500 guests. Each versatile space has customizable dining options courtesy of the hotel’s Émilie Bar + Lounge, named after the groundbreaking mathematician Émilie Du Châtelet, whose contributions paved the way for the rollercoasters of today. In between events, hotel guests can go head-to-head in the Kinetic Game Room, blow off steam in the state-of-the-art gym, or unwind poolside with a craft cocktail in hand.

Discover more unique culinary adventures and savor unforgettable flavors with Independent Collection Hotel & Resort’s dining experiences.