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Top Four Reasons to Host Your Meeting at The Confluence Hotel

By The Confluence Hotel

As a premier destination for corporate gatherings, retreats, and special events, The Confluence Hotel offers everything needed for a productive and memorable experience. Here are the top four reasons organizations choose to host their meetings at The Confluence Hotel:

  1. Extraordinary Meeting Venues

With more than 10,000 square feet of indoor space and 15,000 square feet of outdoor event space, The Confluence Hotel is designed to accommodate gatherings of 10 to 300 attendees. The venue includes private boardrooms, a riverfront ballroom with 34 original windows, and green spaces ideal for open-air events. Every meeting space comes prepared with audiovisual equipment and is supported by catering, which keeps events running seamlessly.

  1. Team-Building Activities

With a mix of fun and purposeful experiences, The Confluence Hotel helps teams come together. Attendees can enjoy outdoor adventures such as biking along the Mississippi River, scenic river walks, golfing at nearby courses, or skiing at Welch Village and Afton Alps in the winter. Local favorites like Spiral Brewery and Alexis Bailly Vineyards provide opportunities to relax and connect; while on-site classes in yoga, mixology, and pottery offer creative, hands-on experiences. Groups also can take part in scavenger hunts or historic tours through downtown Hastings, making team building both engaging and memorable.

  1. Prime Location

Situated just 25 minutes from St. Paul and 35 minutes from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, The Confluence Hotel is easily accessible while offering the tranquility of a riverfront retreat. Its location allows attendees to enjoy the convenience of the Twin Cities without the hustle and bustle of a major metro area. Groups also will find free and abundant parking.

  1. Shopping & Scenic Downtown Hastings

Downtown Hastings, located within walking distance of the hotel, offers attendees a chance to unwind and explore. Meeting-goers can browse boutiques, antique shops, and coffee shops, or enjoy dining at locally owned restaurants. With historic architecture, views of the Mississippi River, and access to nearby trails, downtown Hastings provides a charming and scenic complement to any meeting agenda.

The Confluence Hotel delivers more than a meeting space—it creates an experience. With diverse team-building options, versatile venues, a prime location, and the charm of downtown Hastings, the hotel is the ideal choice for corporate gatherings of all sizes.

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