Washington, DC continues to evolve as a premier destination for meetings and events, with several new and renovated venues that offer unique experiences for event planners. Here’s a look at the latest additions and updates that make DC an exciting place for your next event.
New Hotel Openings
- Washington Marriott Capitol Hill:
- Opened January 2023
- 234 rooms
- 13,000 square feet of intimate meeting space
- Near Walter E. Washington Convention Center and Union Station
- Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill:
- Opened September 2023
- 274 large guest rooms
- 11,000 square feet of modern event space
- Features a penthouse conference center and onsite French bistro
- LEED Gold certified with a green-vegetated roof
- Arlo Hotel:
- Opening Fall 2024
- 445-room hotel combining historic charm with contemporary elegance
- Amenities include a fitness center, rooftop pool and versatile event spaces
Renowned and Refreshed Hotels
- Salamander Washington DC:
- 373-key luxury hotel with state-of-the-art facilities
- Includes a two-story spa and restaurant Dōgon by Chef Kwame Onwuachi
- Westin Washington, DC Downtown:
- Formerly Renaissance Washington DC
- $80 million brand conversion
- 807-room hotel near Walter E. Washington Convention Center
- Features city’s largest hotel fitness studio and modern meeting spaces
- Washington Marriott Metro Center:
- Multimillion-dollar revitalization
- 459 guest rooms and 13,462 square feet of meeting space
- Blends historical and contemporary aesthetics
- Four Seasons Washington, DC:
- Upgraded spa with state-of-the-art treatment rooms
- Versatile event spaces from ballrooms to breakout rooms
- St. Regis Washington, DC:
- Extensive redesign of 182 guest rooms and suites
- 11,388 square feet of event space including the elegant Astor Ballroom
- Capital Hilton Washington, DC:
- Multi-million-dollar renovation
- 559-room property with 21 meeting rooms and 31,235 square feet of event space
Historic Venues and Unique Spaces
- Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium:
- Reopened in October 2023
- Capacity for up to 689 seated guests and 1,000 standing
- Features additional smaller rooms and a covered outdoor deck
- Folger Shakespeare Library:
- Renovation includes a 12,000-square-foot public pavilion with new exhibition halls
Modern Meeting Spaces
- Union Market District:
- Over 40 pop-ups and permanent vendors
- Dock5 offers a flexible 12,000-square-foot event space
- Hi-Lawn rooftop provides lawn games, picnic space and event space for up to 1,000
- The Wharf:
- Over 80 restaurants and shops with four hotels offering extensive event space
- Pendry Washington DC – The Wharf:
- Over 7,500 square feet of special event spaces accommodates events of various sizes with stylish, rooms featuring state-of-the-art technology and amenities and a central setting in the city for any gathering with world-class service, design and amenities.
- The Anthem music venue hosts large-scale events
- District Pier and Transit Pier offer stunning waterfront views and ample outdoor space
To learn more about Washington, DC’s newest venues and to start planning your next meeting, visit washington.org.
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