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Getting Married in Washington, D.C.

Engine ranks wedding hotels in Washington, D.C. by their event and banquet space, using our bookable inventory across the city. The Marriott Marquis Washington, DC leads the list with the Marquis Ballroom (about 31,000 square feet, seating up to 3,500 people), 82 event spaces, and 1175 guest rooms. Couples, planners, and guests needing a room block for a celebration in the nation's capital can search, compare, and book these properties on Engine.

Getting married in the nation's capital means your celebration unfolds against a backdrop of monuments, museums, and historic neighborhoods. The hotels on this list are located across Washington, D.C., each offering ballrooms and event space to host your ceremony, reception, and out-of-town guests under one roof. You can search and book guest rooms at these properties on Engine, and for a block of 9 or more rooms, Engine Groups handles the room-block booking. The hotel's event space for your reception can be booked through Engine Spaces, Engine's marketplace of hotel meeting and event spaces across the U.S. and Canada, or arranged with the hotel directly.

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Compare wedding hotels in Washington, D.C.

Same order as the list above: ranked by event space, with a tilt toward hotels that list wedding services, a reception hall, or banquet space. Space and amenity details come from each hotel's own records. A dash means the hotel's data doesn't list that detail, not that it's unavailable.

# Hotel CityLargest event spaceMax occupancyEvent spacesGuest roomsGuest rating
1 Marriott Marquis Washington, DC Washington D.C. 30,600 sq ft 3,500 82 1,175 4.5 (1,000)
2 The Westin DC Downtown Washington D.C. 19,032 sq ft 2,500 63 807 4.4 (1,003)
3 Grand Hyatt Washington Washington D.C. 17,172 sq ft 2,050 47 897 4.3 (1,642)
4 The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner McLean 14,003 sq ft 1,350 25 398 4.7 (1,001)
5 Waldorf Astoria Washington DC Washington D.C. 13,200 sq ft 1,300 26 263 4.9 (1,002)
6 JW Marriott Washington DC Washington D.C. 13,030 sq ft 1,200 26 777 4.3 (1,030)
7 Washington Marriott Wardman Park Washington D.C. 9,900 sq ft 3,800 69 – –
8 Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill Washington D.C. 11,388 sq ft 1,700 41 838 4.3 (1,471)
9 The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C. Washington D.C. 10,578 sq ft 1,100 15 300 4.7 (869)
10 The Hoya Hotel at Georgetown Washington D.C. 10,573 sq ft 1,305 1 – 3.6 (70)
11 Capital Hilton Washington D.C. 7,776 sq ft 1,350 30 550 4.2 (1,828)
12 Hamilton Hotel Washington DC Washington D.C. 8,217 sq ft 1,003 12 318 4.1 (4,138)
13 The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection Washington D.C. 7,656 sq ft 800 26 581 4.4 (1,001)
14 Conrad Washington, DC Washington D.C. 7,626 sq ft 1,250 11 360 4.8 (877)
15 The Watergate Hotel Washington D.C. 6,819 sq ft 600 17 336 4.4 (1,186)
16 The Westin Washington, D.C. City Center Washington D.C. 6,500 sq ft 500 20 410 4.3 (1,001)
17 Washington Marriott at Metro Center Washington D.C. 6,421 sq ft 550 17 459 4.5 (1,002)
18 Hotel Washington Washington D.C. 6,205 sq ft 600 10 326 4.3 (2,738)
19 The LINE Hotel DC Washington D.C. 5,590 sq ft 400 14 220 4.3 (1,004)
20 Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center Washington D.C. 5,568 sq ft 700 12 384 4.4 (3,231)
21 Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown Washington D.C. 5,460 sq ft 700 20 413 4.8 (1,005)
22 InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG Washington D.C. 5,304 sq ft 660 11 278 4.7 (1,229)
23 Washington Marriott Georgetown Washington D.C. 4,840 sq ft 450 25 470 4.3 (999)
24 Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG Washington D.C. 4,736 sq ft 600 22 335 4.8 (1,000)
25 Kellogg Conference Hotel at Gallaudet University Washington D.C. 4,722 sq ft 300 7 122 4.2 (1,258)
26 Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC Washington D.C. 4,602 sq ft 500 10 222 4.8 (208)
27 Washington Marriott Capitol Hill Washington D.C. 4,580 sq ft 400 8 235 4.5 (798)
28 District Hotel Washington D.C. 4,500 sq ft 15 2 58 3.6 (1,817)
29 Park Hyatt Washington Washington D.C. 4,100 sq ft 450 8 220 4.6 (952)
30 Washington Plaza Hotel Washington D.C. 4,060 sq ft 500 9 340 4.4 (5,433)
31 Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill Washington D.C. 3,828 sq ft 750 20 265 4.6 (1,061)
32 Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center Washington D.C. 3,780 sq ft 420 19 357 4.3 (2,157)
33 Residence Inn by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center Washington D.C. 3,780 sq ft 350 13 147 4.4 (1,294)
34 Cambria Hotel Washington D.C. Navy Yard Riverfront Washington D.C. 3,600 sq ft 379 5 154 4.3 (1,002)
35 Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington DC Capitol-Navy Yard Washington D.C. 3,500 sq ft 180 2 195 4.4 (1,000)
36 Le Meridien Washington, D.C., The Madison Washington D.C. 3,332 sq ft 500 10 356 4.2 (1,353)
37 Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC by IHG Washington D.C. 3,396 sq ft 540 7 184 4.2 (1,000)
38 Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG Washington D.C. 3,275 sq ft 350 10 536 4.1 (3,947)
39 The Dupont Circle Hotel Washington D.C. 3,271 sq ft 200 7 327 4.4 (2,148)
40 Eurostars Saint Gregory Dupont Circle Georgetown Washington D.C. 3,000 sq ft 200 4 156 4.2 (2,323)
41 The St. Regis Washington, D.C. Washington D.C. 2,508 sq ft 300 14 172 4.5 (753)
42 Sheraton Suites Old Town Alexandria Alexandria 2,580 sq ft 250 10 247 4.3 (1,001)
43 The Darcy Hotel Washington D.C. 2,400 sq ft 208 21 226 4.6 (1,721)
44 The Morrow Washington Dc, Curio Collection By Hilton Washington D.C. 2,460 sq ft 225 14 203 4.5 (1,001)
45 Riggs Washington DC Washington D.C. 2,500 sq ft 250 6 181 4.5 (2,135)
46 The Westin Georgetown, Washington D.C. Washington D.C. 2,371 sq ft 300 11 267 4.4 (1,000)
47 Eaton DC Washington D.C. 2,280 sq ft 400 9 209 4.6 (1,612)
48 The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle Washington D.C. 2,268 sq ft 220 11 335 4.1 (2,582)
49 Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/Georgetown Area Washington D.C. 2,210 sq ft 200 5 238 4.3 (1,268)
50 Hotel Zena Washington DC Washington D.C. 2,164 sq ft 200 7 191 4.5 (1,463)

Frequently asked questions

How far in advance should I book hotel rooms for my wedding guests in Washington, D.C.?
For a wedding in Washington, D.C., it's smart to reserve your room block at least six to nine months ahead, especially if your date falls during peak travel seasons like spring or fall. Popular dates and larger blocks fill quickly, so earlier is better. If you're booking a block of 9 or more rooms, Engine Groups handles the reservation; for 8 or fewer, you can book self-serve on Engine.
What should I look for when comparing wedding hotels in Washington, D.C. for out-of-town guests?
Start with proximity to your ceremony and reception, then compare room counts and rates to fit your guest list and budget. Look at the hotel's event space if you're hosting events there (the Marriott Marquis Washington, DC has 82 event spaces, for example, and the Westin DC Downtown has 63). Also consider guest amenities like parking, dining options, and how easy it is for guests to get around the city.
What amenities can wedding guests expect at these hotels?
Amenities vary by property, but many of the hotels on this list offer on-site parking, complimentary wifi, fitness centers, and restaurants or room service. Some provide airport or Metro shuttles, which can be helpful for guests traveling from out of town. Check each hotel's listing on Engine to confirm what's available at the properties you're considering.
Can Engine help me book both guest rooms and the reception venue?
Yes. For a block of 9 or more guest rooms, Engine Groups handles the booking; for 8 or fewer, you book self-serve. The hotel's event and reception space can be searched and booked through Engine Spaces, Engine's free marketplace of meeting and event spaces, or arranged directly with the hotel. Catering, AV, and other wedding services are coordinated with the hotel or your vendors separately.
How does billing work for a wedding room block?
Engine offers consolidated invoicing, so you can manage payment in one place rather than tracking individual guest charges. You'll have multiple payment options and there's no membership fee to use the platform. This makes it simpler to keep your wedding budget organized, especially when you're coordinating rooms for a large group of out-of-town guests.

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