Meeting Planner FAQ
If you still have questions about Meeting in Manhattan, take a look at these frequently asked questions below. If you don't find the answer you're looking for, feel free to contact the Visit Manhattan Team.
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The Manhattan Conference Center is located in Downtown Manhattan attached to the Hilton Garden Inn.
The Manhattan Conference Center boasts 34,000 square feet of versatile pre-function and event space, capable of accommodating banquets for up to 1,400 guests and divisible into 12 separate meeting spaces. Additionally, the hotel offers 2 meeting spaces, each accommodating up to 110 people.
Check out this video tour of the Manhattan Conference Center, after their 2020 expansion project.
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Yes! There are four hotels within walking distance, located in the Blue Earth Plaza area. The Hilton Garden Inn is attached to the conference center. The Holiday Inn Express & Suites, and the Fairfield Inn by Marriott often provide overflow for the conference center. The Candlewood Suites is an extended-stay property for long-term guests.
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Manhattan offers a varied selection of meeting venues, catering to gatherings of all sizes, from intimate reunions to large-scale annual meetings. Additionally, three other full-service hotels with meeting spaces are available. With a commitment to excellence, each of our venues and their devoted teams ensures the success of your event.
Explore this list of all our meeting spaces to discover the perfect option for your event!
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When you partner with Visit Manhattan, you gain a team of local experts who know Manhattan, Kansas inside and out. From the earliest planning stages through event execution, we serve as a complimentary extension of your planning team.
By simply letting us know your event is happening, we can assist with venue and vendor recommendations, customized attendee information, promotional support, welcome materials, and coordination with local partners. We provide insider knowledge, local connections, and logistical guidance to help your event run smoothly and make a lasting impression on attendees.
Whether you need help navigating the destination, enhancing the attendee experience, or identifying opportunities you may not have considered, Visit Manhattan is here to help—at no cost to you.
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Understanding that meeting planners lead hectic schedules, our aim is to simplify your responsibilities when hosting a meeting in Manhattan. We offer a comprehensive roster of service providers, covering everything from venue rentals and entertainment to catering and audio/visual services.
The Visit Manhattan team is here to streamline your choices and facilitate connections with the ideal partners within the community.
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Click on the link below to explore a multitude of dining options in Manhattan, from locally owned cafés and casual eateries to upscale dining, breweries, and international cuisine. Visit Manhattan is happy to provide dining recommendations and resources to help attendees explore the community during their stay. Plus, tailor your search by filtering based on your preferred area of the city!
For conferences and events without onsite meals, Visit Manhattan works proactively with local restaurants by sharing anticipated visitor volume and peak dining times, helping them prepare for increased demand. To support this effort, we encourage event planners to share their agendas and any planned dine-out times so our team can provide restaurants with a timely and accurate heads-up. This collaboration helps ensure a positive dining experience for both attendees and local businesses.
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The Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) is located less than 10 miles from Downtown Manhattan and offers daily connecting flights to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and Chicago O’Hare (ORD).
For additional flight options, Kansas City International Airport (MCI) is approximately 120 miles east of Manhattan and provides nonstop service to numerous domestic and international destinations.
