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Located directly across from the Washington Convention Center and the new City Center complex, The Westin Washington, DC Downtown is perfectly primed to help guests best experience the history and culture of the Nation's Capital. Relax and unwind in profound comfort in renovated guestrooms featuring every modern amenity. Trust our meeting planners to customize your next event in more than 64,000 square feet of event space. Savor five distinct dining options, including a Starbucks Café. Relax and unwind at the onsite spa and Vida fitness center. Discover the ultimate location – right in the heart of Penn Quarter, one of the city’s most vibrant destinations for business, dining and nightlife, as well as just minutes from prime sites like the Verizon Center, Chinatown, the National Portrait Gallery and the world-famous National Mall. At Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown, the best the city has to offer is right at your fingertips.
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Amenities
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Outside caterers allowed
- Rental car service
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Video conference
- VIP services
- Health club
- Spa or salon
- Tennis courts
- Bus
- Subway
- Taxi
- Train
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Staging area
- AV equipment
- High speed internet
- Onsite AV staff
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Outside caterers allowed
- Rental car service
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
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Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
- 1 x 1 sq. ft. | 1 ft. | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
3,658 sq. ft. 104 x 28 sq. ft. | 9.5 ft. | 180 | - | 180 | - | - | - | |
- 60 x 44 sq. ft. | 9 ft. | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
12,322 sq. ft. 122 x 101 sq. ft. | 16 ft. | 1240 | 120 | 660 | 1240 | 587 | 88 | |
1,237 sq. ft. 36 x 14 sq. ft. | 9.5 ft. | 60 | 12 | 50 | 60 | 50 | 20 | |
- 1 x 1 sq. ft. | 1 ft. | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
- 1 x 1 sq. ft. | 1 ft. | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
2,421 sq. ft. 57 x 17 sq. ft. | 9.5 ft. | 120 | 18 | 100 | 120 | 96 | 32 | |
12,322 sq. ft. 122 x 101 sq. ft. | 16 ft. | 1200 | 120 | 660 | 1200 | 587 | 94 |
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Highlights: - 70,000 square feet of meeting space - 26,000 square feet of foyer space - 26 breakout rooms, all equipped with the latest audiovisual technology - 807 guest rooms - 69 one-bedroom suites and studio suites - High-speed Internet access in all guest rooms, suites and meeting spaces - Largest meeting room is Potomac Ballroom with maximum meeting space of 19,032 square feet and maximum seating capacity of 2,500 - Exhibition space on-site All Food and Beverage (F&B) prices are subject to a Staff Service Charge (currently 18%) and House Service Charge (currently 8%). Room Rental prices are subject to a House Service Charge (currently 26%). Audio Visual charges are subject to a 25% House Service Charge. The Staff Service Charge on Food and Beverage items is distributed entirely to service personnel involved with the event on top of their base wages; the House Service Charge on F&B items and Room Rental is retained by the Hotel. The House Service Charge on AV is retained by the Hotel and/or AV provider. The House Service Charge is used to cover the cost of equipment, heat, light, power and other expenses related to Hotel operations and costs of the event. The House Service Charge is not a tip or gratuity for services provided by service personnel, and no part of the fee is distributed to service personnel. All prices and charges are subject to applicable taxes, currently 10%.
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The Westin DC Downtown Frequently Asked Questions
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Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
The corporate sustainability team can help to offset customers' carbon footprints by contacting Sustainability@marriott.com.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
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Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Yes, Eliminated straws and stirrers; provide bottled water and other bottled beverage alternatives; implemented large format bath amenities
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
No
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Yes, Hotels following MI Cleaning Protocals
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Please visit Marriott.com/Serve360 for the latest progress on Marriott International's community engagement efforts.
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
https://www.marriott.com/diversity/diversity-and-inclusion.mi
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
WEGD@marriott.com
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