Conference Center & Banquet Facilities
Business meetings demand more than sophisticated conference facilities and attentive staff. And for decades, our Merrillville hotel and conference center has maintained a reputation of providing the best business meeting experiences from start to finish. Whether hosting a 1,000-guest conference, a catered banquet or a corporate retreat, we understand the value of meetings and corporate hospitality.
At Star Plaza in Merrillville, our expansive and versatile business meeting and conference facilities, outstanding service, and superior event execution ensure success. Star Plaza offers a memorable experience for all, complemented by our unparalleled location near Chicago.
Meeting planners understand that what happens outside the meeting room is often just as important as what happens inside. Star Plaza is a unique property that blends classic charm with an impressive array of amenities to offer your associates a complete and exceptional meeting experience. Our hospitality professionals will ensure that your event has the ideal balance of meetings and activities, making your gathering the very best possible.
Grand Metropolitan Ballroom
This elegant ballroom is ideal for business meetings, receptions and group functions, accommodating up to 1,000 guests. The impressive space features an adaptable color palate, versatile lighting and sound, along with 12-foot ceilings. Grand Metropolitan Ballroom is divisible by 12, with each section named in honor of famous United States theatres – Ambassador, Apollo, Chicago, Fox, Orpheum, Palace, Paradise, Regal, Roxy, State, Uptown and Majestic. The 12 sections are showcased in artwork surrounding the ballroom and offer a nod to our famed Star Plaza Theatre’s reputation as one of the country’s great venues.
Two sophisticated adjoining pre-function areas make a lasting impression with natural lighting, two built-in bars, a grand piano, plush seating areas and modern light fixtures.
Celebrity Ballroom
This one-of-a-kind ballroom offers groups a tremendous amount of flexibility when planning events near Chicago. The room can be divided into three distinct areas. Each room can then be used separately for business groups of 700 and under, or as one large room for meetings of up to 1,000 guests. Convenient and versatile features include two dock doors, air walls and direct outside entry, while awe-inspiring 24-foot ceilings and eight spectacular crystal chandeliers ensure a strikingly unforgettable event.
For more information and to book your next business meeting or event, contact the Star Plaza Sales Department at (219) 769-6311 Ext.5321, or Sales@StarPlaza.com.
