Please note: all room sizes are approximate.
Events
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3
Event Rooms
2533 SQ FT
Total Event Space
144
Capacity Largest Space
2
Breakout Rooms
Meeting and Events
Take advantage of sophisticated indoor and outdoor Bala Cynwyd event spaces
Our Bala Cynwyd event space and meeting rooms are ideal for groups of 10-100 people
Host a memorable meeting or wedding with panoramic views on our rooftop Bala Cynwyd event space
Explore hosting your next gathering at The Pump House
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Weddings and Occasions
Book a block of 10 or more hotel rooms for your wedding party and enjoy a special group rate
The location of our Bala Cynwyd wedding venues makes us ideal for all types of celebration
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Host your event from our rooftop wedding venue in Philadelphia with views of Schuylkill River
Explore hosting your next celebration at The Pump House, a historic riverside event space!
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Floor Plans
| Meeting Room | Dimensions (LxWxH) | Area (sq.ft) | Theater | Schoolroom | Conference | U-Shape | Reception | Banquet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Steel Board Room | 18.5x23.5x14 | 500 | 56 | 30 | 12 | 14 | 50 | 42 |
| The River Room | 36.8x23.5x14 | 800 | 89 | 40 | 19 | 23 | 80 | 67 |
| The Steel & River Rooms (combined) | 55.3x23.5x14 | 1300 | 144 | 81 | 31 | 37 | 130 | 108 |
| The Library | 45x27.4x14 | 1233 | 137 | 78 | 44 | 35 | 123 | 103 |
The Steel Board Room
Dimensions (LxWxH)
18.5x23.5x14
Area (sq.ft)
500
Theater
56
Schoolroom
30
Conference
12
U-Shape
14
Reception
50
Banquet
42
The River Room
Dimensions (LxWxH)
36.8x23.5x14
Area (sq.ft)
800
Theater
89
Schoolroom
40
Conference
19
U-Shape
23
Reception
80
Banquet
67
The Steel & River Rooms (combined)
Dimensions (LxWxH)
55.3x23.5x14
Area (sq.ft)
1300
Theater
144
Schoolroom
81
Conference
31
U-Shape
37
Reception
130
Banquet
108
The Library
Dimensions (LxWxH)
45x27.4x14
Area (sq.ft)
1233
Theater
137
Schoolroom
78
Conference
44
U-Shape
35
Reception
123
Banquet
103
| Meeting Room | Dimensions (LxWxH) | Area (sq.mt) | Theater | Schoolroom | Conference | U-Shape | Reception | Banquet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Steel Board Room | 5.6x7.2x4.3 | 46.5 | 56 | 30 | 12 | 14 | 50 | 42 |
| The River Room | 11.2x7.2x4.3 | 74.3 | 89 | 40 | 19 | 23 | 80 | 67 |
| The Steel & River Rooms (combined) | 16.9x7.2x4.3 | 120.8 | 144 | 81 | 31 | 37 | 130 | 108 |
| The Library | 13.7x8.4x4.3 | 114.5 | 137 | 78 | 44 | 35 | 123 | 103 |
The Steel Board Room
Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.6x7.2x4.3
Area (sq.mt)
46.5
Theater
56
Schoolroom
30
Conference
12
U-Shape
14
Reception
50
Banquet
42
The River Room
Dimensions (LxWxH)
11.2x7.2x4.3
Area (sq.mt)
74.3
Theater
89
Schoolroom
40
Conference
19
U-Shape
23
Reception
80
Banquet
67
The Steel & River Rooms (combined)
Dimensions (LxWxH)
16.9x7.2x4.3
Area (sq.mt)
120.8
Theater
144
Schoolroom
81
Conference
31
U-Shape
37
Reception
130
Banquet
108
The Library
Dimensions (LxWxH)
13.7x8.4x4.3
Area (sq.mt)
114.5
Theater
137
Schoolroom
78
Conference
44
U-Shape
35
Reception
123
Banquet
103
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.
Room Set-up Examples
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.
Room Set-up Examples
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.
Room Set-up Examples
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.
Room Set-up Examples
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.
Room Set-up Examples
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.
Room Set-up Examples
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.
Room Set-up Examples
Audio-Visual Equipment
- LCD Projector
- Microphone
- PA System
Event Equipment & Supplies
- Direction Signs
- Flip Chart & Markers
- Lobby Bulletin Board
- Name Cards
- Pens / Pencils / Notepad
- Podium Lectern
- Stack Chairs
- Tables
Business Services
- Computers
- Copy Service
- Fax Service
- Overnight Delivery/Pickup
- Post/Parcel
- Printers
- F+B stations include protective sneeze guards
- Meeting space capacities and configurations follow social distancing guidelines
- Offers single serve F+B options
- Third-party partners comply with MI cleanliness standards
Frequently Asked Questions
Residence Inn Philadelphia Bala Cynwyd has 3 event rooms.
The largest capacity event room is the The Steel & River Rooms (combined). It has a capacity of 144.
Yes, Residence Inn Philadelphia Bala Cynwyd provides wedding services.
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