Keep It Cozy: 9 Manhattan Venues Perfect For A Small Wedding


Planning a small wedding in the Big Apple? Whether you want to celebrate your love in a private rooftop garden or right on the water, these Manhattan venues provide the perfect setting for an intimate affair.


InterContinental New York Barclay

New York, NY

Fab Features: timelessly romantic historic hotel in the heart of Midtown • elopements on the Penthouse Terrace with the iconic Chrysler Building as the unforgettable backdrop • opulent celebrations in the Grand or Empire Ballrooms, with their subtle color palettes and chic lighting

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$

Ivy Terrace

New York, NY

Fab Features: stunning midcentury lounge opens onto a sprawling terrace • in the heart of East Midtown, steps from the Chrysler Building • exceptional full-service catering provided by innovative chefs and experienced staff from On the Marc

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$

The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel

New York, NY

Fab Features: iconic Manhattan landmark since the 1930s, tucked just a block from Central Park • the radiant Versailles Suite exudes the luxury of an Upper East Side penthouse with plenty of natural light and Deco stylings • or, opt for the lively Trianon Suite, with classic architecture and a setup that allows for two separate areas with ample room for dinner & dancing

Catering: In-house
Price: $$$

Andaz 5th Avenue

New York, NY

Fab Features: luxury, loft-style hotel in an iconic midtown NYC location • floor-to-ceiling windows frame views of Grand Central Station and the New York Public Library • intimate, eclectic Atrium opens onto a private courtyard with a retractable roof

Catering: In-house
Price: $$$

Robert

New York, NY

Fab Features: chic, modern restaurant perched atop the Museum of Arts & Design • outfitted with cheerful jewel tones, sleek lucite chairs, and floor to ceiling windows with panoramic views of Columbus Circle, Central Park, and the Manhattan skyline • artfully curated menus by Chef Armando Cortes

Catering: In-house
Price: $$

3 West Club

New York, New York

Fab Features: classic “Old New York” hotel mansion with 25 cozy guest rooms and 2 suites • unique rooftop Solarium and terrace for al fresco events • glimmering Austrian crystal chandeliers suspended from 20-foot ceilings in the Grand Salon and Ballroom

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$

Smooth Sailing Celebrations

New York, New York

Fab Features: dazzling NYC skyline views • first-class cuisine prepared fresh onboard • over 45 yachts to choose from that hold 12 to 1,200 guests

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$

The Skylark

New York, NY

Fab Features: cocktail lounge-style venue set 30 stories high • variety of event spaces from the expansive Skylark Room with its built-in bar and wall of windows, to the intimate Pool Room with custom billiard table • enjoy panoramic views and artfully crafted cocktails from the roof deck

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$

Loft 29

New York, NY

Fab Features: blank canvas event space • the interior is enhanced by various textures like raw brick, cement and wood paneled walls, and hand-restored 100-year-old vintage doors • designer and custom-made furniture available on site

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$ • $$$


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