The Royal Sonesta Washington, DC Capitol Hill


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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Guest capacity

Up to 250 seated guests

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Don't hesitate to reach out to Anais Haguet, Senior Catering Sales Manager at the Royal Sonesta Capitol Hill. I would love to connect with you!



About this venue

The Royal Sonesta Washington, DC Capitol Hill is making room for a new kind of upscale hotel and wedding venue. A cleansing palette of neutrals with artistic accents sets a calming tone in our lobby and well appointed rooms. Our French bistro restaurant promises a sophisticated, savory dining experience. Embodying the fusion of green, wellness, and chic, our hotel is LEED Gold Certified and boasts an on-site fitness center, yoga studio, and stunning event spaces. Our penthouse conference center and ballroom with private terraces offer a breathtaking backdrop for celebration. Located in one of DC’s most walkable intersections, guests can reach the city’s upscale dining scene, and iconic national landmarks in just minutes. This gorgeous hotel offers an upscale wedding experience that couples will love. Featuring a sleek, modern design and a selection of tastefully decorated event spaces, The Royal Sonesta has everything newlyweds need to create the wedding celebration of their dreams.


Our event spaces

Crown Ballroom & Terrace

The Crown Ballroom with Crown Terrace

The Crown Ballroom and Terrace offers stunning views and an abundance of natural light. Combined, the ballroom and the terrace provide a chic indoor-outdoor experience for weddings of up to 250 guests.

Guest capacity

1-170 Seated

1-250 Standing

Square footage

3,100

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, Engagement party

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Sapphire Room & Terrace

Say I Do With A View!

Say “I Do“ with a view in the Penthouse Sapphire Room, where the floor-to-ceiling windows and private terrace create a spectacular atmosphere, perfect for wedding ceremonies and cocktail hour receptions.

Guest capacity

1-60 Seated

1-100 Standing

Square footage

1,615

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Other

Jewel Ballroom

The Jewel Ballroom

The Jewel Ballroom consists of three smaller event spaces: Jewel A, B, and C. The Jewel event rooms are ideal for smaller and mid-sized weddings.

Guest capacity

1-150 Seated

1-250 Standing

Square footage

2,680

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party

Crown Ballroom & Terrace

The Crown Ballroom with Crown Terrace

The Crown Ballroom and Terrace offers stunning views and an abundance of natural light. Combined, the ballroom and the terrace provide a chic indoor-outdoor experience for weddings of up to 250 guests.

Guest capacity

1-170 Seated

1-250 Standing

Square footage

3,100

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, Engagement party

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Sapphire Room & Terrace

Say I Do With A View!

Say “I Do“ with a view in the Penthouse Sapphire Room, where the floor-to-ceiling windows and private terrace create a spectacular atmosphere, perfect for wedding ceremonies and cocktail hour receptions.

Guest capacity

1-60 Seated

1-100 Standing

Square footage

1,615

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Other

Jewel Ballroom

The Jewel Ballroom

The Jewel Ballroom consists of three smaller event spaces: Jewel A, B, and C. The Jewel event rooms are ideal for smaller and mid-sized weddings.

Guest capacity

1-150 Seated

1-250 Standing

Square footage

2,680

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party


Available services that can be provided by The Royal Sonesta Washington, DC Capitol Hill

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event staff
  • Lighting/Sound
  • On-site accommodations
  • Pet friendly
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

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1 review

  • DB

    Douglas B.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Nov 4

    A Perfect Experience at a 5 Star Venue

    Getting married at the Royal Sonesta Capitol Hill was the best decision we made in our planning process, and it completely redefined what a hotel wedding can look like. From a logistics and execution standpoint, the staff operated at a level of 5-star professionalism that is hard to find. From our first inquiry onward they treated my wife and I as well as each guest with genuine care and attentiveness. Working with Anais was a truly collaborative process, we felt she was part of our team and she helped us so much throughout our planning and execution. Anais and her staff anticipated our needs and helped execute a perfect event that never felt rushed, and maintained a calm, gracious demeanor through the entire process, especially the wedding weekend itself. The venue itself delivers on every front. The guest rooms and public spaces are immaculate, the reception and ceremony room picture perfect, and the rooftop views of the monuments, breathtaking. Additionally, I’d like to Shout out the staff at the hotel’s restaurant, Bistro Du Jour. In the months leading up the wedding we shared many special moments thanks to Oliver and the team. As for the food options were varied and all exceptional. Multiple guests went out of their way to tell us it was the best wedding meal they'd ever had, and the kitchen executed the entire menu with absolute consistency. The packages for wedding offered are extremely fair, diverse and really remove so much guesswork from the planning. We wish we could get married all over again. We would recommend the Royal Sonesta Capitol Hill to anyone.