A Magnetic Meeting Space in Washington, D.C.
Events
From company-wide meetings to VIP round tables, from royal receptions to society weddings, The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection is one of the most renowned event and meeting spaces in Washington, DC. With its impressively restored 43,000 square feet of sweeping ballroom venues and elegant meeting rooms, business gatherings at The Mayflower take on a certain sophisticated aura. Our flexible meeting... See More spaces feature an atmosphere rich with credentials, timeless luxury and service that complements the importance of your guests and your event in Washington, D.C. See Less
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Meetings & Events
Offer a memorable setting for your event in our elevated Washington, DC, venues
Grand Ballroom
Offering the grandeur and the folklore that comes with over 70 years of Presidential Inaugural Balls in Washington, DC, our Grand Ballroom is one of the city's most sought after venues for special events and balls. When combined with the Chinese Ballroom, it offers 10,359 square feet of space for 1,150 guests.
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
Inspired by James McNeill Whistler’s The Peacock Room, this Washington, DC, ballroom is embellished with gilt wreaths and Chinoiserie-styled paintings. The elegant Chinese Room offers 2,700 square foot of space, adjacent to the Grand Ballroom, and has played host to presidents, dignitaries and celebrities.
Mezzanine Pre-Function
Breakout from meetings or host cocktail hour overlooking the lobby and promenade in this opulent setting, 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 weddings, 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 venue 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.
Floor Plans
| Meeting Room | Dimensions (LxWxH) | Area (sq.ft) | Theater | Schoolroom | Conference | U-Shape | Reception | Banquet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Ballroom | 132x58x21 | 7656 | 700 | 440 | 140 | 120 | 800 | 500 |
| Ballroom Balcony | -x-x- | - | 150 | 60 | - | - | 200 | 200 |
| Chinese Room | 53x51x12 | 2703 | 210 | 120 | 48 | 52 | 250 | 200 |
| Ballroom & Chinese (combined) | -x-x- | 10359 | 1000 | 600 | - | - | 1100 | 900 |
| East Ballroom | 72x47x21 | 3384 | 300 | 220 | 64 | 76 | 350 | 280 |
| State Ballroom | 96x47x21 | 4512 | 400 | 280 | 84 | 97 | 500 | 360 |
| East & State Ballroom (combined) | 168x47x21 | 7896 | 725 | 360 | - | - | 850 | 610 |
| Palm Court Ballroom | 69x43x18 | 2967 | 275 | 170 | 50 | 65 | 300 | 240 |
| District Ballroom | 64x68x11.1 | 4352 | 240 | 200 | 50 | 60 | 300 | 320 |
| Cabinet | 66x32x12 | 2100 | 100 | 60 | 64 | 61 | 150 | 140 |
| Senate | 36x32x8 | 1152 | 100 | 64 | 34 | 35 | 90 | 80 |
| Mezzanine | -x-x- | 3000 | - | - | - | - | 150 | 80 |
| South Carolina | 42x15x8 | 630 | 60 | 42 | 36 | 35 | 60 | 50 |
| Pennsylvania | 25x32x8 | 788 | 75 | 48 | 30 | 26 | 70 | 60 |
| Georgia | 32x25x8 | 788 | 75 | 48 | 30 | 26 | 70 | 60 |
| Massachusetts | 32x25x8 | 819 | 75 | 48 | 30 | 26 | 70 | 60 |
| Maryland | 24x25x8 | 600 | 50 | 32 | 22 | 20 | 50 | 40 |
| New Hampshire | 33x25x8 | 809 | 65 | 40 | 30 | 29 | 70 | 60 |
| New Jersey | 33x22x8 | 710 | 65 | 40 | 30 | 29 | 70 | 60 |
| North Carolina | 25x24x8 | 600 | 50 | 32 | 22 | 20 | 50 | 40 |
| New York | 25x32x8 | 788 | 75 | 48 | 30 | 26 | 70 | 70 |
| Delaware | 26x14x8 | 364 | - | - | 14 | - | - | - |
| Independence | 23x38x8 | 600 | 40 | 24 | 30 | - | 40 | 40 |
| Constitution | 23x17x8 | 400 | 20 | 12 | 16 | - | 20 | 20 |
| Hospitality Suite | 27.2x27.8x8 | 756.16 | - | - | 22 | - | - | - |
| Hospitality Suite 2 | 15x23x8 | 345 | - | - | 10 | - | - | - |
| Hospitality Suite 3 | 11x31x8 | 341 | - | - | 10 | - | - | - |
| Virginia | 42x15x8 | 630 | 30 | 42 | 36 | 35 | 60 | 50 |
| Rhode Island | 25x32x8 | 788 | 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 | -x-x- | - | 150 | 60 | - | - | 200 | 200 |
| Chinese Room | 16.2x15.5x3.7 | 251.1 | 210 | 120 | 48 | 52 | 250 | 200 |
| Ballroom & Chinese (combined) | -x-x- | 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 | -x-x- | 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 |
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Audio-Visual Equipment
- AV Technician
- Videoconferencing
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
- Tables
Business Services
- Computers
- Copy Service
- Fax Service
- Overnight Delivery/Pickup
- Post/Parcel
- Printers
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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