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Florida’s Space Coast -- a 72-mile stretch of sun-bronzed Atlantic shore, space age attractions and protected wildlife refuges flourishing along the surf -- offers out-of-the-box settings and unique backdrops for meetings, events and conferences with more than 275,000 square feet of function space. From interaction with an astronaut at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex to releasing extra energy at the American Police Hall of Fame Shooting Range, Florida’s Space Coast creates fond meeting memories for all attendees.
Comprised primarily of area cities Titusville, Cocoa Beach, Melbourne and Palm Bay and just 35 miles east of the arena of Orlando attractions, this East Coast getaway is the ideal Florida setting for serious meetings followed by fun in the sun and activities ranging from turtle watches to shuttle launches.
"With more than 9,500 guest rooms and some of the most unique sites and activities in the world, Florida’s Space Coast easily accommodates groups up to 500," said Bonnie King, marketing specialist for the Space Coast Office of Tourism.
To plan a meeting an out-of-this-world meeting on Florida’s Space Coast, contact the Space Coast Office of Tourism at (800) 93-OCEAN or www.space-coast.com.
Cocoa Beach
Conveniently located one block from the Atlantic Ocean and next door to the world-renowned Ron Jon Surf Shop, the conference center accommodates groups from 15 to 400.With direct beach access and all 150 guestrooms with private balconies, the hotel is a prefect setting for groups large and small.
Located on the beach, the conference center offers 11 meeting rooms with 8,300 square feet of flexible meeting space.
A 296-room hotel located in the heart of the Space Coast, the Hilton offers more than 10,000 square feet of meeting space and accommodates groups up to 350, banquet or classroom-style.
Host your special event aboard the romantic Indian River Queen, triple deck river boat located in Cocoa Village on Florida's Space Coast, 45 minutes from Orlando.
The largest hotel on Florida’s Space Coast, this 500-room full service resort is nestled on 27 lushly landscaped acres. Meetings and convention groups utilize more than 13,000 square feet of meeting space with two ballrooms and four boardrooms.
Cape Canaveral
The largest conference center on Florida’s Space Coast offers a 10,000 square foot Convention Center and six additional meeting rooms to accommodate functions.Conveniently located within minutes of nearby shopping, restaurants, beaches and many area attractions. With its charming décor and comfortable amenities, the Country Inn & Suites by Carlson-Cape Canaveral, FL hotel provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere sure to please business and leisure travelers alike.
As the closest all-suite hotel to Kennedy Space Center, the Residence Inn features rooms that are 50% larger than the traditional hotel room. Each suite includes a full kitchen, separate living, eating and sleeping area. Complimentary hot breakfast buffet and nightly social hour (Mon-Thurs) are offered daily.
At this new conference facility, the pioneering spirit of America’s early space explorers makes a stirring first impression. Groups from 30 to 700 will draw inspiration from both the setting and the accomplishments it celebrates.
Titusville
Within minutes from the Space Center, the hotel offers 120 guestrooms and suites and more than 2,000 square feet of meeting space.Nowhere else on earth do groups have the opportunity to dine indoors under an actual 363-foot long Saturn V moon rocket. Offering an unique venue for meetings, KSC accommodates banquets for up to 900 or receptions for 3,000.
Meeting groups relive the daring exploits of the first 20 American astronauts while viewing the world’s largest collection of Astronaut artifacts.
Indialantic
A 168-suite resort, this meeting location has the capacity to handle meetings and events from 10 to 400 people. The hotel offers 12 meeting rooms with over 10,000 square feet of meeting space.With all oceanfront rooms and suites, the Hilton offers more than 4,500 square feet of meeting space.
Located along Melbourne beach, the resort offers 295 rooms and suites and more than 12,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space to meet and dine.
Melbourne Beach
The Melbourne Auditorium is a flexible, multi-use facility located on Florida's Space Coast and central to accommodations, transportation, and a variety of Florida attractions. The Auditorium has proven a flexible venue for many eventsThe Eau Gallie Civic Center is a multi-use facility with 16,000 sq. ft. of rental space.
Located on Florida’s Space Coast in Central Florida the newly renovated Holiday Inn Melbourne-Viera Conference Center is located within minutes of Duran Golf Club, The Avenues of Viera, Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts, Brevard Zoo and Space Coast Stadium home to the Brevard County Manatees and the Washington National’s Spring training.