After Your Micro Wedding: Where to Stay in DC and Baltimore as a Tiny Wedding Guest
Where should our guests stay after our micro wedding?
After hosting your micro wedding celebration in Washington DC or Baltimore, finding the perfect places for guests to stay is essential. Fortunately, both cities and the greater DMV area offer an endless amount of wonderful accommodations that fit the bill for every guest.
Looking for a bed-and-breakfast style stay? You've got options! Want to be in the middle of the city where all the action is? There are some amazing places to stay right in the middle of these beautiful cities.
Let's cover some of our favorite swoon-worthy spots great for a night (or two) in DC and Baltimore for yoour post-tiny wedding celebration!
Washington DC Post-Wedding Hotels and Accommodations
The Line Hotel
Also a popular micro wedding location, this modern and minimally designed hotel is housed in a 110-year-old church in the heart of Adams Morgan, one of Washington’s most diverse, non-stop neighborhoods. It has a bustling lobby bar and restaurant with gorgeous stained glass windows (a nod to its original form), a coffee shop and a rooftop deck to take in the sunset. This hotel is great for our pet lovers because not only are furry friends welcome, but they stay for free!
The Eaton
Located downtown, it’s more than just a hotel; it’s a means for community, culture, and creativity that’s within walking distance of the Smithsonian museums, Black Lives Matter Plaza, and lots of delicious restaurants! On any given weekend, you’ll find yoga classes offered, vinyl DJ sets on their jungle-inspired rooftop, and even massage therapy in their wellness space! Their programming is deeply locally engaged with an international and multicultural outlook. This space is perfect for those who want to be in the heart of the city and for those who care about their social and environmental impact! (Fun fact! This is where our founder got married!)
The Thompson
For those wanting to be on the waterfront, The Thompson in Navy Yard is the perfect spot! The hotel describes itself as an understated luxury with a perfect blend of industrial architecture and modern furnishings. There’s an on-site restaurant and roof deck with views of the capitol and you’re just steps away from Nats Stadium!
The Lyle
If you’re looking for something quieter but still upscale, we recommend checking out The Lyle nestled in Dupont Circle. Also a popular spot for micro weddings, this hotel is the definition of “quiet luxury:” the rooms are comfortable and calming in neutral colors and feature art deco design (a nod to the original building’s architecture.) The lobby has a neighborhood restaurant and bar that both locals and tourists alike frequent.
Baltimore Post-Wedding Hotels and Accommodations
Hotel Revival
A popular micro wedding destination, this boutique hotel is nestled in the heart of the Mt Vernon neighborhood, filled with curated art. The hotel has three unique gathering spaces: a rooftop restaurant with views of Baltimore, a hidden cocktail lounge, and a coffee shop. Our favorite thing about Hotel Revival is its love for its community: it partners with beloved Baltimore small businesses, vendors, and creative individuals to bring you an extraordinary community-led experience.
Sagamore Pendry
For those of you who like a little more sparkle (and want to splurge!) we recommend the Sagamore Pendry. This contemporary space is perched on Baltimore’s famed Recreation Pier in the heart of Fells Point. The guest room collection is modern and sophisticated and the hotel is home to three different dining options: an Italian steakhouse, an intimate cocktail bar, and an al fresco poolside restaurant for cocktails and small bites. And yes - there’s a pool with private cabanas that overlook the harbor!
The Ivy Hotel
Another popular micro wedding destination, The Ivy Hotel is set in a historic mansion in the Mt Vernon neighborhood. It’s a small, intimate space with only 17 guest rooms, a luxury spa, and its indoor/outdoor bistro, Magdalena. If you consider yourself a foodie, you won’t want to miss this!
We're sure you’ll love these accommodations whether you’re hoping to explore the city after your micro wedding or simply relax after a celebration filled with excitement and love.
If you are looking to provide accommodation options for your micro wedding guests or you’re a guest booking accommodations yourself, here are some quick tips for planning your stay in DC and Baltimore after the micro wedding celebrations:
1. Book Your Stay in Advance: Baltimore and DC are very popular areas so ensuring the hotel, bed-and-breakfast, or other type of accommodations are booked in advance is key to a successful stay post-micro wedding.
2. Consider The Location: If you’re the couple and want to provide guests with options on where to stay, consider the venue location as well as any local attractions guests may be interested in checking out while they’re in town.
3. Inquire About Room Blocks For Your Micro Wedding: Even with a smaller wedding, room blocks are still an option. Inquire with the locations you wish to stay at (as a guest) or list (as the couple providing options for guests) and see if you can get a deal for multiple rooms booked.
4. Check Accommodation Amenities: Think of the area. Will guests need parking? Is it walkable or will folks need transportation? Consider the weather during the time of year of your Baltimore or DC micro wedding and plan accordingly -- and ask if items such as parking, transportation, etc. are included in the cost of the accommodations.
5. Seek Local DC and Baltimore Insights: If you’re a couple planning your small, intimate wedding in DC or Baltimore, it doesn't hurt to make a quick call or send an email to the local chamber of commerce, the micro wedding venue or reception location, or find online forums to ask where people stayed and why they enjoyed their stay!
Each of these accommodations provides a unique and memorable experience for guests, ensuring that their stay is as special as the micro wedding itself. Whether they prefer luxury hotel stays in downtown DC, historical charm in a sweet Airbnb listing in Fells Point, Baltimore, or a blend of local culture mixed in, there's a perfect place for every guest to call home during their visit to Washington DC, or Baltimore.
If you need the expertise to pull all of this planning together for an unforgettable micro wedding experience in DC or Baltimore, Tiny Wedding Collective is ready to support you. From your vendors to your venue, we have packages to help support you with your tiny wedding planning and day-of coordination. Let's start planning today!
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