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Events
The Mayflower has been the backdrop for Washington, D.C.’s most memorable weddings, corporate events, galas, receptions and milestone celebrations. Recognized among the city’s premier wedding venues and meeting hotels, The Mayflower offers historic elegance and exceptional service in downtown Washington, D.C. The legendary Grand Ballroom, featuring dramatic balconies, gilded detailing, crystal chandeliers, and soaring architecture, provides a stunning setting for wedding ceremonies, receptions, black-tie galas, fundraisers and social events. With 27 distinctive venues, including six ballrooms, and more than 42,500 sq ft of flexible event space, the hotel accommodates board meetings, executive retreats, association meetings, conventions and large-scale conferences. Modern audiovisual technology, customized catering, and expert event planning ensure seamless experiences. The Mayflower delivers events and celebrations that are memorable, distinctive and like nothing else.
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Meetings & Events
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Offers & Packages
Grand Ballroom
Offering the grandeur and the folklore that comes with over 70 years of Presidential Inaugural Balls, our Grand Ballroom is one of Washington, DC's most sought after event venues for special occasions and balls. When combined with the Chinese Ballroom, it offers 10,359 square feet of space for 1,150 guests.
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State Ballroom
With its gilt chandeliers and hand-painted crests, the 4,512 square foot State Room (part of the former Presidential Dining Room) offers a regal backdrop for formal dinners, meetings and receptions of up to 500 attendees.
State and East Ballrooms
The East and State Ballrooms (formerly the Presidential Dining Room) offer the lavish décor and details that elevate any event. Bathed in natural light by day, the 7,896 square foot space is an idyllic setting for receptions and cocktail hour with up to 850 guests.
East Ballroom
Once home to state dinners, lavish receptions and noteworthy social occasion, the East & State Ballrooms (the former Presidential Dining Room), when united can host guest lists of up to 850 for a new era of reception, or 725 guests seated theatre-style.
Chinese Room
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Mezzanine Pre-Function
Breakout from meetings or host cocktail hour overlooking the lobby and promenade in this opulent event venue in Washington, DC, characterized by its embellished pillars.
Palm Court Ballroom
Once a haven of palm trees and fountains where guests would gather for tea service, the elegant ballroom, just off the main lobby, attracts formal meetings, speeches, and receptions for between 120 and 300 attendees.
District Ballroom
Glistening white and crystal in tone, the opulent, 4,352-square-foot District Ballroom is a premier choice for 300-person LGBT weddings in downtown Washington, plus elegant events or larger private board meetings.
Weddings & Occasions
Let our hotel host your bridal party in one of our Washington, DC, wedding venues
District Ballroom
Host an elegant reception in our 4,352-square-foot District Ballroom, with seating for up to 150 wedding guests surrounded by inspiring hotel décor.
Grand Ballroom
Elegance and opulence make The Mayflower Hotel's newly restored Grand Ballroom, seating for up to 500, a memorable wedding venue in Washington, DC, for your picture-perfect wedding celebration.
Mezzanine
With sweeping views of the lobby the Mezzanine provides the perfect space for your guests to mingle ahead of the larger affair.
We offer a variety of special menus to help craft your perfect package. Together, you will work with your event planner to customize a special wedding package that features all of the food, beverage, and unique details you will want for your magical day.
Your Certified Wedding Planner will invite you to a complimentary menu tasting two months prior to your wedding. Your tasting is offered for up to four guests to sample a maximum of two menu items per course. Cocktail Reception items are not included. Tasting will be scheduled during non-peak meal hours.
Your wedding at The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection®, will include white or ivory cotton twill floor-length linens and napkins. Any special décor, such as Chivari chairs, centerpieces, specialty linens, party favors, or entertainment may be priced separately upon request.
Based on our years of experience, we have compiled a list of trusted vendors whose services you may want to consider for your wedding. Our Wedding Expert will happy to walk you through this list identifying services exclusive to each of the vendors.
| Meeting Room | Dimensions (LxWxH) | Area (sq.ft) | Theater | Schoolroom | Conference | U-Shape | Reception | Banquet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Ballroom | 132.0x58.0x21.0 | 7656 | 700 | 440 | 140 | 120 | 800 | 500 |
| Ballroom Balcony | 290.0x12.0x10.0 | - | 150 | 60 | - | - | 200 | 200 |
| Chinese Room | 53.0x51.0x12.0 | 2703 | 210 | 120 | 48 | 52 | 250 | 200 |
| Ballroom & Chinese (combined) | 185.0x56.0x12.0 | 10359.0 | 1000 | 600 | - | - | 1100 | 900 |
| East Ballroom | 72.0x47.0x21.0 | 3384 | 300 | 220 | 64 | 76 | 350 | 280 |
| State Ballroom | 96.0x47.0x21.0 | 4512 | 400 | 280 | 84 | 97 | 500 | 360 |
| East & State Ballroom (combined) | 168.0x47.0x21.0 | 7896.0 | 725 | 360 | - | - | 850 | 610 |
| Palm Court Ballroom | 69.0x43.0x18.0 | 2967 | 275 | 170 | 50 | 65 | 300 | 240 |
| District Ballroom | 64.0x68.0x11.1 | 4352 | 240 | 200 | 50 | 60 | 300 | 320 |
| Cabinet | 66.0x32.0x12.0 | 2100.0 | 100 | 60 | 64 | 61 | 150 | 140 |
| Senate | 36.0x32.0x8.0 | 1152 | 100 | 64 | 34 | 35 | 90 | 80 |
| Mezzanine | 200.0x15.0x9.0 | 3000.0 | - | - | - | - | 150 | 80 |
| South Carolina | 42.0x15.0x8.0 | 630 | 60 | 42 | 36 | 35 | 60 | 50 |
| Pennsylvania | 25.0x32.0x8.0 | 788.0 | 75 | 48 | 30 | 26 | 70 | 60 |
| Georgia | 32.0x25.0x8.0 | 788.0 | 75 | 48 | 30 | 26 | 70 | 60 |
| Massachusetts | 32.0x25.0x8.0 | 819.0 | 75 | 48 | 30 | 26 | 70 | 60 |
| Maryland | 24.0x25.0x8.0 | 600.0 | 50 | 32 | 22 | 20 | 50 | 40 |
| New Hampshire | 33.0x25.0x8.0 | 809.0 | 65 | 40 | 30 | 29 | 70 | 60 |
| New Jersey | 33.0x22.0x8.0 | 710.0 | 65 | 40 | 30 | 29 | 70 | 60 |
| North Carolina | 25.0x24.0x8.0 | 600.0 | 50 | 32 | 22 | 20 | 50 | 40 |
| New York | 25.0x32.0x8.0 | 788.0 | 75 | 48 | 30 | 26 | 70 | 70 |
| Delaware | 26.0x14.0x8.0 | 364.0 | - | - | 14 | - | - | - |
| Independence | 23.0x38.0x8.0 | 600.0 | 40 | 24 | 30 | - | 40 | 40 |
| Constitution | 23.0x17.0x8.0 | 400.0 | 20 | 12 | 16 | - | 20 | 20 |
| Hospitality Suite | 27.2x27.8x8.0 | 756.16 | - | - | 22 | - | - | - |
| Hospitality Suite 2 | 15.0x23.0x8.0 | 345 | - | - | 10 | - | - | - |
| Hospitality Suite 3 | 11.0x31.0x8.0 | 341 | - | - | 10 | - | - | - |
| Virginia | 42.0x15.0x8.0 | 630.0 | 30 | 42 | 36 | 35 | 60 | 50 |
| Rhode Island | 25.0x32.0x8.0 | 788.0 | 75 | 48 | 30 | 26 | 70 | 60 |
| Meeting Room | Dimensions (LxWxH) | Area (sq.mt) | Theater | Schoolroom | Conference | U-Shape | Reception | Banquet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Ballroom | 40.2x17.7x6.4 | 711.3 | 700 | 440 | 140 | 120 | 800 | 500 |
| Ballroom Balcony | 88.4x3.7x3 | - | 150 | 60 | - | - | 200 | 200 |
| Chinese Room | 16.2x15.5x3.7 | 251.1 | 210 | 120 | 48 | 52 | 250 | 200 |
| Ballroom & Chinese (combined) | 56.4x17.1x3.7 | 962.4 | 1000 | 600 | - | - | 1100 | 900 |
| East Ballroom | 21.9x14.3x6.4 | 314.4 | 300 | 220 | 64 | 76 | 350 | 280 |
| State Ballroom | 29.3x14.3x6.4 | 419.2 | 400 | 280 | 84 | 97 | 500 | 360 |
| East & State Ballroom (combined) | 51.2x14.3x6.4 | 733.6 | 725 | 360 | - | - | 850 | 610 |
| Palm Court Ballroom | 21x13.1x5.5 | 275.6 | 275 | 170 | 50 | 65 | 300 | 240 |
| District Ballroom | 19.5x20.7x3.4 | 404.3 | 240 | 200 | 50 | 60 | 300 | 320 |
| Cabinet | 20.1x9.8x3.7 | 195.1 | 100 | 60 | 64 | 61 | 150 | 140 |
| Senate | 11x9.8x2.4 | 107 | 100 | 64 | 34 | 35 | 90 | 80 |
| Mezzanine | 61x4.6x2.7 | 278.7 | - | - | - | - | 150 | 80 |
| South Carolina | 12.8x4.6x2.4 | 58.5 | 60 | 42 | 36 | 35 | 60 | 50 |
| Pennsylvania | 7.6x9.8x2.4 | 73.2 | 75 | 48 | 30 | 26 | 70 | 60 |
| Georgia | 9.8x7.6x2.4 | 73.2 | 75 | 48 | 30 | 26 | 70 | 60 |
| Massachusetts | 9.8x7.6x2.4 | 76.1 | 75 | 48 | 30 | 26 | 70 | 60 |
| Maryland | 7.3x7.6x2.4 | 55.7 | 50 | 32 | 22 | 20 | 50 | 40 |
| New Hampshire | 10.1x7.6x2.4 | 75.2 | 65 | 40 | 30 | 29 | 70 | 60 |
| New Jersey | 10.1x6.7x2.4 | 66 | 65 | 40 | 30 | 29 | 70 | 60 |
| North Carolina | 7.6x7.3x2.4 | 55.7 | 50 | 32 | 22 | 20 | 50 | 40 |
| New York | 7.6x9.8x2.4 | 73.2 | 75 | 48 | 30 | 26 | 70 | 70 |
| Delaware | 7.9x4.3x2.4 | 33.8 | - | - | 14 | - | - | - |
| Independence | 7x11.6x2.4 | 55.7 | 40 | 24 | 30 | - | 40 | 40 |
| Constitution | 7x5.2x2.4 | 37.2 | 20 | 12 | 16 | - | 20 | 20 |
| Hospitality Suite | 8.3x8.5x2.4 | 70.2 | - | - | 22 | - | - | - |
| Hospitality Suite 2 | 4.6x7x2.4 | 32.1 | - | - | 10 | - | - | - |
| Hospitality Suite 3 | 3.4x9.4x2.4 | 31.7 | - | - | 10 | - | - | - |
| Virginia | 12.8x4.6x2.4 | 58.5 | 30 | 42 | 36 | 35 | 60 | 50 |
| Rhode Island | 7.6x9.8x2.4 | 73.2 | 75 | 48 | 30 | 26 | 70 | 60 |
Audio-Visual Equipment
- 35MM Projector
- AV Technician
- LCD Projector
- Overhead Projector
- PA System
- TV
- Teleconferencing
- Videoconferencing
- Walkie Talkies
- Wireless Internet
Event Services
- Electrician
- Event Lighting
- Locksmith
- Registration Service
- Security Guards
Event Equipment & Supplies
- Direction Signs
- Easels
- Flip Chart & Markers
- Installed Stage
- Lobby Bulletin Board
- Name Cards
- Pens / Pencils / Notepad
- Podium Lectern
- Portable Stage
- Spotlights
- Stack Chairs
- Tables
Business Services
- Copy Service
- Fax Service
- Overnight Delivery/Pickup
- Post/Parcel
Frequently Asked Questions
The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection has 27 event rooms.
The largest capacity event room is the Ballroom & Chinese (combined). It has a capacity of 1100.
Yes, The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection provides wedding services.
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