Ooh la la!<\/em> Famous for the Eiffel Tower, an impeccable sense of fashion and art, and a long list of delicious foods, France is an ideal place to hold corporate events\u2014and not just because you\u2019re guaranteed some tasty pastries for your coffee breaks.\u00a0<\/p>\n France\u2019s beautiful cities and towns offer delightful scenery that is the perfect backdrop for your corporate meetings. Between the many quirky little hotels, grandiose conference venues, or full-luxury palaces that there are in France, you have a lot to choose from.\u00a0<\/p>\n If you\u2019ve ever organized a corporate event, you\u2019ll know that it\u2019s no mean feat. Getting it right involves a great deal of research and planning. With multiple factors to bear in mind, a successful, smooth-running event depends on finding the right venue. But worry not, to make things easier for you we\u2019ve compiled a list of the ten best corporate venues in France.\u00a0<\/p>\n Finding the right venue involves juggling several factors. First, the venue must accommodate the right number of attendees and have suitable meeting spaces with the right equipment and facilities. The location should also have good transport links (not usually a problem in the country of TGV) and sufficient parking if required.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re hosting a drinks reception or a conference of several days, it\u2019s important to think about food and beverage options, as well as accommodation if required. The overall cost, including any additional fees (important to keep an eye out for hidden costs), will also determine your venue hire.<\/p>\n The venue you ultimately pick will also be determined by the type of event you\u2019re hosting. Some of the events companies hold at corporate meeting venues might include:<\/p>\n Let\u2019s see what France has to offer.<\/p>\n TravelPerk\u2019s Group Travel and Meetings & Events team can help you book venues and get exclusive discounts on group travel. Schedule a demo<\/a> to find out more.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Joya Lifestore Salles De R\u00e9union is a cozy and well-lit coworking space situated in Nice. There are different meeting rooms and coworking spaces perfect to suit all types of events, from bright white meeting rooms to more intimate, colorful, plant-filled offices.\u00a0<\/p>\n At Joya Lifestore they\u2019re experts at welcoming teams from all over the world for events like seminars, training sessions, cocktail parties, and large group meetings. Additionally, they have partnerships with nearby hotels to make your event planning that much easier. They can also organize airport pickups and catering for your event.\u00a0<\/p>\n Location:<\/strong> Nice Le Meridien Etoile, a Marriott hotel, offers elegant and exceptional service. It\u2019s a great choice for corporate travelers seeking top-quality conference and meeting spaces and being near all of Paris’ highlights.\u00a0<\/p>\n It is located near popular attractions such as the Champs \u00c9lys\u00e9es and the Arc de Triomphe, and across from the Palais des Congr\u00e8s\u2014perfect if your team is visiting a tradeshow or exhibition there. Plus, it only takes 15 min by car to visit the Eiffel Tower. The hotel features a captivating modern design and offers high-speed wifi and AV facilities. Their flexible event spaces, ranging from creative spaces to big and small meeting rooms and boardrooms, can accommodate groups of any size for a memorable event.<\/p>\n Location:<\/strong> Paris The Novotel Strasbourg Centre Halles offers a modern urban experience with amenities perfect for your next corporate event. Business guests can take advantage of 4 meeting rooms and a coworking area accommodating up to 100 people.<\/p>\n Located near Place des Halles and a 10-minute walk from Central Station, the Novotel Strasbourg has easy access to trams and buses. Stepping outside, your team will be able to explore Strasbourg’s historic Petite France quarter and Strasbourg\u2019s popular attractions such as the European Parliament, Notre-Dame Cathedral, the German Quarter, Kammerzell House, and the Covered Bridges. There\u2019s free parking in place, high-speed wifi, and it\u2019s fully wheelchair accessible\u2013plus, the hotel offers delicious food and catering services for your meeting.\u00a0<\/p>\n Location:<\/strong> Strasbourg Sofitel Paris Arc de Triomphe is a prime location for corporate events in Paris due to its exceptional amenities and convenient location\u2014and <\/em>it\u2019s right by the Arc the Triomphe. This 5-star hotel offers a range of flexible meeting and event spaces, including a large ballroom of 72 square meters and several smaller rooms for more personal meetings. Each meeting room is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and can be adapted to suit a variety of needs, for example, hybrid meetings.<\/p>\n The intimate Putman Salon has a fireplace and private art collection\u2013making it ideal for a working lunch or cocktail party designed to impress. The Verri\u00e8re Salon is perfect for a conference, seminar, or product launch. For your business meetings and training sessions, choose from the different lounges they offer, each with a decor inspired by French famous artists.<\/p>\n Location:<\/strong> Paris Close to Montparnasse, a buzzing business hub in central Paris, the Aramis Saint Germain hotel is a convenient choice for corporate events in Paris. It offers two fully equipped seminar rooms that can hold up to 15 people each, complete with free Wi-Fi, a video projector, a screen, mineral water, paper board, paper, and pencils for meetings. Best Western is a budget-friendly option, offering both competitive prices and quality facilities with a professional vibe.\u00a0<\/p>\n Location:<\/strong> Paris The Mama Shelter Lyon is a fun, friendly, and economical venue for your next company event. Located just 25 minutes from the airport, and close to train, tram, and bus stations, it\u2019s highly accessible. It offers outdoor spaces, as well as convenient meeting rooms that can be wide open or closed for a more personalized meeting. Great for younger, dynamic teams, you can all enjoy Lyons\u2019 highlights after business is all wrapped up, thanks to its central location in the heart of the city.<\/p>\n Location:<\/strong> Lyon La Salle FORUM is a beautiful space that can hold up to 80 people. It offers six bathrooms, AV facilities, high-speed internet, disabled access, private parking, and air conditioning\u2013plus some stunning decor.\u00a0<\/p>\n Its wide and open space beautifully decorated sits at the heart of the French Riviera in Cannes. Surrounded by greenery, a stone\u2019s throw away from the beach, and a fully equipped kitchen, you know your team will be happy to come to this venue.<\/p>\n Location:<\/strong> Cannes Ch\u00e2teau de La Napoule is one of the most enchanting spots on the Cote d’Azur, which makes it the perfect place to host an unforgettable corporate event. With access by bus and train from Cannes, the Chateau boasts both an exclusive, tucked-away location while being highly accessible..\u00a0<\/p>\n With an outdoor terrace overlooking the waterfront and four meeting rooms, it can hold up to 400 people, which makes it an ideal event venue for conferences, team-building activities, and corporate retreats. Although most people would think of this beautiful castle for a wedding or party event, they are experienced in holding corporate events for teams from all over the world.\u00a0<\/p>\n Location:<\/strong> Mandelieu, near Cannes Wereso Marseille Saint-Charles is a coworking space that offers multiple rooms of all sizes to hold meetings and corporate events of up to 100 people. Each space is colorfully decorated which will help make your event more modern and fun.\u00a0<\/p>\n You can rent just a room or the entire venue for a few hours or the whole day, which makes it great for suiting all sorts of budgets. This is an excellent space for training sessions, workshops, conferences, and networking events. Additionally, you\u2019ll be able to just walk outside and enjoy the Marseille city center, or even take your team to the seaside when the business is out of the way.\u00a0<\/p>\n Location:<\/strong> Marseille Located in the Odysseum neighborhood of Montpellier, just minutes away from the city center, the Planet Ocean is an aquarium and an amazing corporate events venue. With 10 meeting rooms that range from auditoriums to small 20-person rooms, you\u2019ll find the perfect size for your event.\u00a0<\/p>\n An aquarium will make for a brilliantly memorable experience for your team. You\u2019ll be able to hold your meetings or conferences, and then have a team-building visit through the aquarium\u2014what more could you ask for!<\/em><\/p>\n Location:<\/strong> Montpellier Whatever event you\u2019re hosting, whenever you\u2019re hosting it, it\u2019s never too early to start planning\u2014and you can use TravelPerk\u2019s event management checklist<\/a> to ensure you\u2019re ticking all the boxes.\u00a0<\/p>\n If you feel you could benefit from support with the organizational side of things, TravelPerk can help with the book and management of your event, taking the administrative weight off your shoulders. You pick the venue, let TravelPerk take care of the rest! Pack your bags and say au revoir<\/em> as you and your team head to the most delicious and fashionable country on earth.<\/p>\nWhat to look for when sourcing a venue<\/h2>\n
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1. Joya Lifestore Salles De R\u00e9union:<\/strong> hold your event in the beautiful city of Nice\u00a0<\/h3>\n
Capacity:<\/strong> up to 30
Cost:<\/strong> \u20ac\u20ac<\/p>\n2. Le M\u00e9ridien Etoile:<\/strong> for professional meetings, a stone\u2019s throw from Paris\u2019 best highlights<\/h3>\n
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Capacity:<\/strong> up to 1000
Cost:<\/strong> \u20ac\u20ac\u20ac<\/p>\n3. Novotel Strasbourg Centre Halles:<\/strong> bring convenience and elegance to your next corporate event<\/h3>\n
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Capacity:<\/strong> up to 100
Cost:<\/strong> \u20ac\u20ac\u20ac<\/p>\n4. Sofitel Arc de Triomphe:<\/strong> the perfect combination between work and play<\/h3>\n
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Capacity:<\/strong> up to 232
Cost:<\/strong> \u20ac\u20ac\u20ac<\/p>\n5. Best Western Aramis Saint-Germain:<\/strong> the Parisian charm within everyone\u2019s budget<\/h3>\n
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Capacity:<\/strong> up to 30
Cost:<\/strong> \u20ac\u20ac<\/p>\n6. Mama Shelter Lyon:<\/strong> hold your meetings in a trendy venue<\/h3>\n
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Capacity:<\/strong> up to 100
Cost:<\/strong> \u20ac<\/p>\n7. La Salle FORUM:<\/strong> stand out from the crowd and hold your event at France\u2019s beautiful French Riviera<\/h3>\n
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Capacity:<\/strong> up to 80
Cost:<\/strong> \u20ac\u20ac\u20ac<\/p>\n8. Ch\u00e2teau de La Napoule:<\/strong> bring your team to a real French castle\u00a0<\/h3>\n
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Capacity:<\/strong> up to 400
Cost:<\/strong> \u20ac\u20ac\u20ac<\/p>\n9. Wer\u00e9so Marseille Saint-Charles:<\/strong> a funky fresh coworking space for events of all sizes\u00a0<\/h3>\n
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Capacity:<\/strong> up to 100
Cost:<\/strong> \u20ac\u20ac<\/p>\n10. Planet Ocean Montpellier:<\/strong> submerge your team in an unforgettable event at an aquarium\u00a0<\/h3>\n
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Capacity:<\/strong> up to 300
Cost:<\/strong> \u20ac\u20ac\u20ac<\/p>\nGet ahead and start organizing your corporate event today<\/h2>\n
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