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Event Rooms

1800 SQ FT

Total Event Space

220

Capacity Largest Space
Meeting Space in Durham

Meeting and Events

Plan your Durham, NC meeting with us. We offer great group rates and free WiFi throughout the hotel.

Our location makes it easy for out-of-town colleagues to explore Durham once the event is complete.
Need computers or copy service? Our hotel provides these and other helpful amenities.
Work with our catering staff to make sure your meeting has the perfect menu for your guests.
Reserve a room block at our hotel so that you can conduct your meeting from one convenient location.
Work with the hotel's onsite planning experts so that every detail of your meeting is covered.

Weddings and Occasions

Host banquets and functions of varying sizes in our versatile event spaces and party hall venues.

Planning a family reunion in Durham, NC? Let us offer a convenient "home base" for your group.
Guests staying at our hotel can take advantage of amenities including a pool and fitness center.
We offer affordable party hall rental rates and hand-on planning services.
Book a block of rooms for your out-of-town guests. It's a convenient way to keep everyone together.
Explore Durham and nearby Chapel Hill, NC after your event is over.
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Please note: all room sizes are approximate.

Meeting Room Dimensions (LxWxH) Area (sq.ft) Theater Schoolroom Conference U-Shape Reception Banquet
Bright Leaf Atrium 60x30x10 1800 128 64 56 42 220 80
Bright Leaf Atrium 1 30x30x10 900 64 32 28 24 110 40
Bright Leaf Atrium 2 30x30x10 900 64 32 28 24 110 40
Bright Leaf Atrium
Dimensions (LxWxH)
60x30x10
Area (sq.ft)
1800
Theater
128
Schoolroom
64
Conference
56
U-Shape
42
Reception
220
Banquet
80
Bright Leaf Atrium 1
Dimensions (LxWxH)
30x30x10
Area (sq.ft)
900
Theater
64
Schoolroom
32
Conference
28
U-Shape
24
Reception
110
Banquet
40
Bright Leaf Atrium 2
Dimensions (LxWxH)
30x30x10
Area (sq.ft)
900
Theater
64
Schoolroom
32
Conference
28
U-Shape
24
Reception
110
Banquet
40
Meeting Room Dimensions (LxWxH) Area (sq.mt) Theater Schoolroom Conference U-Shape Reception Banquet
Bright Leaf Atrium 18.3x9.1x3 167.2 128 64 56 42 220 80
Bright Leaf Atrium 1 9.1x9.1x3 83.6 64 32 28 24 110 40
Bright Leaf Atrium 2 9.1x9.1x3 83.6 64 32 28 24 110 40
Bright Leaf Atrium
Dimensions (LxWxH)
18.3x9.1x3
Area (sq.mt)
167.2
Theater
128
Schoolroom
64
Conference
56
U-Shape
42
Reception
220
Banquet
80
Bright Leaf Atrium 1
Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.1x9.1x3
Area (sq.mt)
83.6
Theater
64
Schoolroom
32
Conference
28
U-Shape
24
Reception
110
Banquet
40
Bright Leaf Atrium 2
Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.1x9.1x3
Area (sq.mt)
83.6
Theater
64
Schoolroom
32
Conference
28
U-Shape
24
Reception
110
Banquet
40
Banquet
Generally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot round table seats 10 people comfortably.
Conference and Hollow Square
Appropriate for interactive discussions and note-taking sessions for fewer than 25 people. Many hotels have elegant "boardrooms" for 10 to 20 people, equipped with full audiovisual capabilities, a writing board, cork board and a flip chart.
E-Shape, U-Shape and T-Shape
Appropriate for groups of fewer than 40 people. These are best for interaction with a leader seated at the head of the setup. Audiovisual is usually best set up at the open end of the seating.
Theater
Appropriate for large sessions and short lectures that do not require extensive note-taking. This is a convenient setup to use before breaking into discussion or role-playing groups because chairs can be moved.
Reception
Stand-up social function where beverages and light foods are served. Foods may be presented on small buffet tables or passed by servers. May precede a meal function.
Schoolroom or Classroom
The most desirable setup for medium to large-size lectures. Requires a relatively large room. Tables provide attendees with space for spreading out materials and taking notes.
Ovals and Rounds
Generally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot round table seats 10 people comfortably.
Audio-Visual Equipment
  • LCD Projector
  • Microphone
  • PA System
  • TV
  • Wired Internet
  • Wireless Internet
Event Equipment & Supplies
  • Flip Chart & Markers
  • Name Cards
  • Pens / Pencils / Notepad
  • Podium Lectern
  • Stack Chairs
  • Wall Charts
Business Services
  • Computers
  • Copy Service
  • Fax Service
  • Overnight Delivery/Pickup
  • Printers

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