Here I am, signed, sealed, delivered … I’m yours

From timeless elegance and legendary service to world-class cuisine and an idyllic setting, all of the essential elements for the wedding of your dreams can be found right here. At The Watergate Hotel.

The sight of you leaves me weak

Toasts and speeches, bouquet tossing and cake cutting. Everything receives its deserved attention and will be timed to perfection to ensure your photographer (and relatives) joyously captures each moment.

Hello, I love you

Imagine a candlelit aisle that leads you to the love of your life. Smiles, tears of joy, fragrant flowers and the amazing feeling of being surrounded by your loved ones. Let us take care of every detail so all you have to do is say “I do!” Just as long as you stand, stand by me

Planning your wedding should be a delight. At The Watergate Hotel, we will make your union a pleasure to plan and attend. Begin your new chapter with unmatched dedication and world-class service.

Realms of bliss, realms of light

The showered in pink cherry blossoms.

Your first dance delicately illuminated by romantic chandeliers.

The best man’s speech relished with only the best champagne.

Whether it is an intimate gathering or an elaborate affair, our seasoned team looks forward to planning your memorable and flawlessly designed celebration. Just look over your shoulders honey, I’ll be there

Make a lasting impression on your guests by taking advantage of all the unique settings The Watergate Hotel has to offer. Our whisky bar will instantly set the mood for any out-of -town guest who wants to revel in a setting that celebrates Washington’s heyday. The Library is a classic choice for an intimate cocktail reception or even a small ceremony. And the view from the hotel’s various outdoor spaces will instantly put any best man at ease as he practices his toast.

Well my heart went boom when I crossed the room

The Moretti Grand Ballroom is the epitome of sophistication and romance. Named for Luigi Moretti, an esteemed member of the hotel’s original development team, the room was carefully designed to seamlessly blend with the hotel’s original . This new addition is modern, bold and versatile; it truly is one of a kind.

Your friends and family will enjoy the finest accommodations in one of our artfully designed guestrooms. Unmatched when it comes to providing the ultimate environment to enjoy time with your guests, our rooms will become your personal haven leading up to the big day and our bridal suites are among the largest in the city. With champagne in hand, enjoy sweeping views of the Potomac River from private balconies.

Our convenient hospitality suites are available for staging or other wedding party needs and all overlook the Potomac River. The Watergate Hotel is also proud to offer complimentary WiFi, full Concierge Services, 24-hour In-Room Dining and a full-service Business Center.

A stay at The Watergate Hotel would not be complete without experiencing our state-of-the- luxury spa. From updos and rubdowns, and everything in between, all you will need to primp, pamper and prepare for your big day can be found at the hotel. Our staff will provide ultimate service while offering the latest in luxury treatments and therapies.

Whoa, we danced through the night And we held each other tight

In honor of Giuseppi Cecchi, a colleague of Moretti, The Cecchi Junior Ballroom is adorned with opulent chandeliers that would make the native Italian weep with delight. Carefully designed with intimate gatherings in mind, guests can first enjoy cocktails on one of our outdoor terraces or in The Library.

Sugar pie honey bunch

Led by our award-winning Executive Chef, your custom-tailored menu will be filled with the season’s finest ingredients. Heavenly desserts, delightful displays and handpicked wines will ensure the utmost satisfaction of your discerning guests.

All wedding packages at The Watergate Hotel include:

 5 hours of open bar service  Dinner wine service  6 to 8 passed hors d'oeuvres  Coffee and tea service  3-course dinner  Signature cocktail Yes, we have quite the reputation.

Our name has become synonymous with scandals that span industries, countries, and political persuasions, but our brushes with notoriety date back well beyond the days of the DNC and Tricky Dick.

When The Watergate first came on the DC scene, we were not alone. In no time, those bold it seems we were too shapely for our square enough to embrace change found their home at neighbors. It must be our Italian blood. When we The Watergate Hotel. Hollywood starlets, business opened our doors in 1965, architect Luigi Moretti tycoons, globe-trotters, creatives, and all the truly shocked and challenged the conservative city’s fabulous mixed and mingled inside our curvy walls, ideals of beauty. But change was in the air, passed champagne and reveled behind closed (it was the ‘60s after all) and we quickly found that doors to their heart’s delight.

Before long, of course, the nation took notice for another reason: Watergate rocked America, forever linking our name to one of the largest political scandals in history.

So no. We’ve never been a stranger to controversy. And that’s the way we like it.

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make THEWATERGATEHOTEL.COM All these places have their moments, with lovers and friends I still can recall In my life I’ve loved them all

Next to The John F. Kennedy Center for the Leo Friedlander’s bronze statues that Performing , The Watergate Hotel is near flank the entrance to Arlington Memorial Bridge Washington’s most picturesque settings. infuse a regal air to any photo. And of course, Commemorating the 16th President of the various pockets of Washington’s famed cherry , The Lincoln Memorial is a blossoms can be found within a mile of the commanding backdrop for a formal portrait. hotel.

Guests at your wedding will enjoy the finest accommodations in one of our artfully designed guestrooms.

Unmatched when it comes to providing the ultimate Our exclusive whisky bar evokes the refined environment to enjoy time with family and friends, elegance of Washington’s heyday and promises to our guest rooms will become your personal haven be a popular meeting place for your guests. leading up to the big day. Nearly all of our rooms enjoy views of the Potomac River and our bridal A stay at The Watergate Hotel wouldn’t be complete suites are among the largest in the city. without experiencing our state-of-the-art luxury spa. From updos and rubdowns, and everything Your guests have endless options for dining at The in between, all you will need to primp, pamper and Watergate Hotel. Our innovative menus showcase prepare for your big day can be found at the hotel. seasonal ingredients and an impressive wine list Our staff will provide ultimate service while offering celebrates the world’s finest regions. the latest in luxury treatments and therapies.

Salud! Prost! Santé! Cheers!

Our seasoned staff is well acquainted with the vendors, are at the ready to transform our venues traditions that make every wedding extraordinary. with custom décor and arrange our various We look forward to discussing your needs and hospitality suites for pre-ceremony needs. collaborating on how to best incorporate both traditional and contemporary customs into your The culinary team at The Watergate Hotel will celebration. custom design your menu and is available for consultation on the best way to infuse today’s Our experts, who include a wide variety of preferred trends with time-honored practices.