The Hay-Adams
All-inclusive venue
The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $45,000 for off-peak dates, and $55,000 for peak dates
Catering services pricing
$300 per person for off-peak dates, with a minimum total spend of $55,000
Guest capacity
Up to 200 seated guests
About this venue
The Hay-Adams, located across from the White House on a famed site once occupied by the residences of John Hay and Henry Adams, continues the tradition of welcoming guests from around the world who are drawn to the hotel by its superb cuisine, superior service and unparalleled views of the White House, Lafayette Square and the national monuments.
Our event spaces
Top of the Hay
White House Views
The Top of the Hay provides a panoramic view of the White House, St. John’s Church and the national monuments. This event space features floor to ceiling windows with access to an outdoor perimeter terrace – creating the experience of an outdoor reception with all the comforts of indoors. It is available year-round for private events with climate control. The Top of the Hay can accommodate 200 guests for a seated dinner with dancing or 340 guests for a cocktail reception.
Guest capacity
Up to 200 Seated
Up to 340 Standing
Square footage
3,262
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”
Included in this room:
We are a full service hotel. All china, glass, flatware, tables, chairs and house linen are included.
Room cost
Range Between $8,000.00 and $17,000.00
The Hay Adams Room
Historic Dining Room
The Hay-Adams Room is one of Washington’s signature settings. The rich woodwork and period ceiling treatments provide a warm, intimate ambiance. The Hay-Adams Room can accommodate 150 guests for a seated dinner with dancing or 200 guests for a cocktail reception
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Square footage
1,927
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
We are a full service hotel. All china, glass, flatware, tables, chairs and house linen are included.
Room cost
Between $1,500.00-$3,000.00
Top of the Hay
White House Views
The Top of the Hay provides a panoramic view of the White House, St. John’s Church and the national monuments. This event space features floor to ceiling windows with access to an outdoor perimeter terrace – creating the experience of an outdoor reception with all the comforts of indoors. It is available year-round for private events with climate control. The Top of the Hay can accommodate 200 guests for a seated dinner with dancing or 340 guests for a cocktail reception.
Guest capacity
Up to 200 Seated
Up to 340 Standing
Square footage
3,262
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”
Included in this room:
We are a full service hotel. All china, glass, flatware, tables, chairs and house linen are included.
Room cost
Range Between $8,000.00 and $17,000.00
The Hay Adams Room
Historic Dining Room
The Hay-Adams Room is one of Washington’s signature settings. The rich woodwork and period ceiling treatments provide a warm, intimate ambiance. The Hay-Adams Room can accommodate 150 guests for a seated dinner with dancing or 200 guests for a cocktail reception
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Square footage
1,927
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
We are a full service hotel. All china, glass, flatware, tables, chairs and house linen are included.
Room cost
Between $1,500.00-$3,000.00
Available services that can be provided by The Hay-Adams
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Lighting/Sound
- On-site accommodations
- Pet friendly
- Service staff
- Set up
- Transportation
- Wedding cake services
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
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