About us
"It's as If It Was Built For Your Moment."
Before The Vanderbilt was constructed in 2005, this stretch of South Beach shoreline had already earned its place in Staten Island’s story.
The modern boardwalk era of the 1950s shaped the coastline into a destination for gathering and celebration. In 1976, the roadway was renamed Father Capodanno Boulevard in honor of a Medal of Honor recipient, giving the address lasting meaning within the community.
In 2001, the boardwalk gained national attention as a filming location for How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, adding a cinematic layer to the very ground where the venue now stands.
This was never just a plot of land. It was a setting waiting for its landmark.
In March 2005, The Vanderbilt at South Beach officially opened as Staten Island’s premier oceanfront ballroom — purpose-built to capture panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, and the Manhattan skyline.
Distinguished as Staten Island’s only oceanfront ballroom, The Vanderbilt blends coastal openness with grand interior elegance, and uniquely allows white glove service to extend outdoors against the backdrop of the sea.
With a location easily reached from all five boroughs, New Jersey, and Long Island, The Vanderbilt was designed to offer modern technology, spacious comfort, and elevated amenities without compromising its waterfront atmosphere.
In 2022, the venue underwent a complete renovation, revitalizing the entire space to reflect contemporary elegance while preserving the coastal charm that defines it.
Today, The Vanderbilt continues the tradition of bringing people together along Staten Island’s eastern shoreline.
From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, our team curates events that feel effortless, refined, and distinctly yours, all framed by one of the most iconic waterfront views in New York City.