Sustainable Meeting Spaces

Greater Miami & Miami Beach is a top-tier destination for corporate meetings, conferences, conventions and special events. We’re also on the forefront of sustainable meeting practices with a variety of LEED-certified meeting venues, unique eco-conscious venues and Green Certified Restaurants to choose from. Reduce your carbon footprint and plan a meeting using our guide.

LEED-Certified Meeting Venues

Miami Beach Convention Center Commits To Sustainability

Home to major annual events like Art Basel Miami Beach, the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) in Miami Beach is an award-winning meetings venue that welcomes more than 600,000 attendees and exhibitors annually. Newly reimagined following a $640 million renovation, this state-of-the-art facility is a LEED Silver certified green building.

As part of The City of Miami Beach’s commitment to sustainability, MBCC’s environmentally friendly building features and sustainable business practices include reduced flow water fixtures, reduced electrical consumption practices, wastewater reduction, electrical vehicle charging stations and critical building systems raised above flood level requirements.

Spanning five stories with 500,000-square-feet of flexible exhibition halls, ballrooms and breakout rooms, as well as two beautifully landscaped parks spanning nine acres, MBCC can accommodate meetings and events of every size and occasion.

The Rum Room is the newest addition to the campus. Situated inside a restored century-old landmark cottage with an outdoor terrace and adjacent meeting space overlooking the Collins Canal, it can accommodate 50 to 100 guests.

Luxury Meets Eco-Chic At 1 Hotel South Beach

A luxury lifestyle hotel that celebrates nature with an eco-driven mission and eco-chic design, 1 Hotel South Beach located in South Beach is a Silver LEED-certified hotel. It was one of the first hotels in Miami to eliminate single-use plastic products, and is home to a fleet of electric vehicles.

An oasis for sustainable meetings and events, this hotel features 23,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, including ballrooms, galleries and breakout rooms. Its outdoor space features spectacular ocean views, from multiple rooftop pool decks to a private beach.

It’s also home to AVIV, a new Israeli-Mediterranean restaurant by acclaimed Chef Michael Solomonov, frequently utilized for catering and private dinners.

Hampton Inn & Suites – Miami’s First LEED-Certified Hotel

The Hampton Inn & Suites Miami/Brickell Downtown holds the distinction of being Miami’s first LEED-certified hotel. It also holds the impressive Three Palm Florida Green Lodging designation. Situated in the heart of the Brickell Financial District, it’s a popular destination for meetings, conferences and special events.

With 3,800 square feet of meeting space spanning ballrooms, boardrooms and meeting rooms, the Hampton Inn can accommodate events of up to 300 guests. Their state-of-the-art facilities include onsite AV equipment, high-speed Wi-Fi and 24-hour cloud printing services.

They also provide banquet and catering services with customized menus and personalized exhibit options.

Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club – Art Deco With Views

Part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection, the Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club in Miami Beach occupies a historic Art Deco property overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. It became the first LEED-certified hotel on Miami Beach in 2014 when it was renovated and a new, modern tower was built. It also holds Florida Green Lodging’s impressive Three Palm designation.

With such diverse and elegant facilities, it’s a prime destination for sustainable meetings and events. With 13,000 square feet of both indoor and outdoor meeting spaces, meeting holders can choose from elegant ballrooms, well-appointed boardrooms and pool decks with gorgeous views.

From larger receptions of up to 150 people to smaller, more intimate meetings, Cadillac provides catering, audio/visual support and room block options.

Unique Eco-Conscious Venues For Meetings

Get Scientific At Phillip And Patricia Frost Museum Of Science

On a scenic park overlooking Biscayne Bay, Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science in Downtown Miami is Miami’s premier science museum.

Anchored by an acclaimed planetarium and aquarium, Frost Museum of Science is home to four state-of-the-art buildings across a 250,000 square foot indoor-outdoor campus. This makes for a unique setting for meetings and special events with educational opportunities spanning sustainability, ecology and climate science.

Whether you’re planning a gala affair with a complete museum buyout for over 5,000 guests or activating one of the many unique indoor and outdoor spaces for intimate meetings and receptions, an event at Frost Museum of Science promises to be out of this world.

Discover Interactive Art At Pérez Art Museum Miami

Next door to Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, the Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) in Downtown Miami is set inside a space designed by award-winning architecture firm Herzog & de Meuron that was built to resemble the historic Stiltsville homes dotting Biscayne Bay.

The museum is home to stunning outdoor spaces and interactive public art for a true sense of Miami’s unique ecosystem. Like Frost Museum of Science, PAMM is also available for complete buyouts ideal for gala affairs of groups with 300 or more, which includes exclusive use of all the event spaces and galleries.

Meeting organizers can also rent one of the art museum’s many outdoor porticos and terraces or their indoor boardrooms and stunning auditorium for a truly memorable and sustainable meeting or special event in Miami.

A Meeting Oasis At Miami Beach Botanical Garden

What could be more whimsical than an event under the stars at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden? A three-acre oasis of palms, orchids and tropical and native plants in the heart of South Beach, the Miami Beach Botanical Garden has hosted major events, from Art Basel Miami Beach to the South Beach Wine & Food Festival.

Designed with meandering walkways, water features and specialty gardens, it provides visitors a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the garden’s unique horticulture.

The venue is also home to two indoor meeting facilities, ranging from 500 to 1,500 square feet that can accommodate 40 to 110 guests.

Green Certified Restaurants To Host Your Meeting

Miami is home to several Green Certified Restaurants designated by the Green Restaurant Association. These restaurants’ sustainability checklists include best practices in energy, water, waste, food, chemicals, disposables and building efficiency. Read on to learn how to plan a business meeting at some of our favorites.

Cafe La Trova Revisits Old Havana

A Miami treasure by the dynamic duo of James Beard Award-winning Chef Michelle Bernstein and celebrated mixologist Julio Cabrera, a visit to Cafe La Trova in Little Havana always feels like a special occasion.

Bring your team here for dinner and you’ll be transported to the supper clubs of Old Havana with live music, classic Cuban dishes and expertly crafted cocktails. Spanning 3,000 square feet with three distinct sections, the restaurant is available for private events of all sizes.

Primo’s Italian Restaurant and Bar Brings Waterfront Views

Conveniently set inside the DoubleTree by Hilton Grand Hotel Biscayne Bay, meeting attendees can visit Primo’s Italian Restaurant and Bar just minutes from Downtown Miami to enjoy a dramatic waterfront setting for dinner meetings, special events or cocktail receptions.

From classic pastas to pizza and gourmet burgers, their team will arrange a special three-course menu to feed your team of five to 40 people. Their expert onsite staff knows how to set the tone, whether you’re getting down to work or ready to celebrate.

Tips For Planning A Sustainable Meeting

When it comes to planning a sustainable meeting in Miami, start by choosing venues with green practices and certifications, including LEED certified, Florida Green Lodging designations and Green Restaurant certifications.

You can also vet businesses to ensure they’re sourcing their food locally. Carbon offset programs and sustainable business practices include reduced flow water fixtures, reduced electrical consumption practices, wastewater reduction, electrical vehicle charging stations and more.

You can make use of digital materials for your meeting (as opposed to printouts) to cut down on waste. And when it comes to transportation, arrange for group travel through shuttles, public transportation, ride-shares and even bike rentals.