Why Orlando Continues to Rank #1 for Business Meetings
ORLANDO IS AGAIN ranked the top meeting destination in North America, followed by Las Vegas and Chicago, which rose three spots from last year, according to Cvent, a hospitality technology provider. The top four meeting hotels are in Nashville.
The recent Northstar/Cvent Meetings Industry PULSE Survey found that nearly 70 percent of planners are booking or sourcing events, and 63 percent consider events more valuable than before the pandemic, despite a dip in optimism driven by economic uncertainty and rising costs.
“Since 2015, Orlando has earned Cvent’s top recognition, showing our dedication to the meetings and conventions industry. We are a community focused on providing service and aligning with our customers’ goals,” said Casandra Matej, Visit Orlando’s president and CEO. “With the upcoming expansion of the Orange County Convention Center and regular additions of new and upgraded hotels and resorts, Orlando’s commitment to innovation will continue to strengthen our position as a meetings destination.”
Atlanta also moved up, rising two spots to fifth on this year’s list, the survey said. Washington, DC made the biggest jump into the top 10, climbing 10 places to eighth.
“Cvent’s recognition of Atlanta as a top-five meeting destination in North America underscores our commitment to delivering results,” said Charlene Lopez, Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau’s executive vice president and chief sales officer. “Our collaboration with Cvent helps extend the reach and impact of events, showcasing our community, venues, dining scene, hotel portfolio, and attractions.”
Top 10 meeting destinations:
- Orlando
- Las Vegas
- Chicago
- Nashville
- Atlanta
- Dallas
- San Diego
- Washington, DC
- Phoenix
- Denver
Top meeting hotels
Each of the top 10 hotels is known for fast RFP responses, planner collaboration and group offerings, the report said. The top four are in Nashville, with Renaissance Nashville Hotel ranked first, JW Marriott Nashville second and Grand Hyatt Nashville third.
Austin was also featured on the list, with JW Marriott Austin in fifth and Fairmont Austin in sixth. The Venetian Resort Las Vegas moved up seven spots to seventh and JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes rose 46 spots to tenth, completing the top 10.
Separately, a recent Global Business Travel Association report found that U.S. government actions are disrupting global business travel, with more than 900 industry professionals expecting declines in 2025.
Red Roof President Zack Gharib, far right, participates in a panel discussion at AAHOA’s 2025 Convention and Trade Show.
