Tell us about your event, then we’ll contact you and plan it together.
Let the event planning team at The Residence Inn Austin Downtown/Convention Center take care of all the details of your day so that you can focus on your guests. With two freshly appointed ballrooms as well as a rooftop terrace, no wedding, quinceanera, galas, bar/bat mitzvah or other special occasion is too big or too small. Situated perfectly in the heart of downtown Austin near 6th Street, the hotel is the perfect location for your next event.
From intimate bridal showers to lively receptions, we have the perfect venue for your special day
Dance the night away on our rooftop terrace surrounded by the dazzling downtown Austin skyline
Impress your guests with a formal dinner and a unique culinary display with our custom catering menu
Accompany your toast to the happy couple with a sentimental slideshow using our AV equipment
In-between celebrations, explore popular area attractions such as the lively nightlife on 6th Street
With our exclusive group rate on room blocks, you can easily keep your wedding party together
We can provide you with a unique complimentary Reservation Link that makes it easy for your guests to reserve their rooms.
If you have a list of your guests, we can make reservations for all of them.
We can send you a report showing which of your guests have reserved rooms and when they plan to arrive.
Guests can check in before their stay, receive instant alerts when their room is ready and check out by skipping the front desk.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.