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Crowne Plaza Crystal City
Crowne Plaza Crystal City
Arlington Ballroom
Arlington Ballroom
Food setup
Food setup
Family Style Seating Set
Family Style Seating Set
Dinner Setup
Dinner Setup
Potomac Social entrance
Potomac Social entrance
Lobby entrance
Lobby entrance
Table setup
Table setup
On-Site Starbucks!
On-Site Starbucks!
2 Double Beds for Guests
2 Double Beds for Guests
King Standard for Guests
King Standard for Guests
Jr. Suite Upgrade Available
Jr. Suite Upgrade Available
Hotel Exterior at Night
Hotel Exterior at Night
Arlington Ballroom
Arlington Ballroom
Mix Tables Set
Mix Tables Set
Couple
Couple
Violet lights
Violet lights
Crowne Plaza Crystal City
Crowne Plaza Crystal City
Crowne Plaza Crystal City
Crowne Plaza Crystal City
Crowne Plaza Crystal City
Crowne Plaza Crystal City
Crowne Plaza Crystal City
Crowne Plaza Crystal City
Crowne Plaza Crystal City
Crowne Plaza Crystal City
Crowne Plaza Crystal City
Crowne Plaza Crystal City
Crowne Plaza Crystal City
Crowne Plaza Crystal City

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About

The Crowne Plaza Crystal City is a beautiful hotel venue in greater Washington, DC, offering couples a romantic site to celebrate their wedding. This venue’s ballroom provides a modern city setting for that long-awaited day with classic touches such as geometric wallpaper and chandeliers with shades. Nearlyweds can find this contemporary hotel in Northern Virginia, only seven minutes from Arlington National Cemetery.

Facilities and Capacity

Up to 180 guests can join newlyweds for their wedding at the Crowne Plaza Crystal City. The venue has two main event rooms, the Alexandria Ballroom and the Arlington Room. These rooms feature modern lighting and wallpapers in a subtle yet engaging style. The lighting in the rooms ranges from bright to subdued, allowing nearlyweds and guests to transition seamlessly from dinner to dancing the night away. The lighting can also be adjusted to accommodate other lighting provided by vendors. Soft carpeting runs underfoot in these rooms, the largest of which can be divided into smaller salons to fit the couple’s needs for their ceremony, reception, or other wedding event. This may include a shower or engagement party at the hotel.

Services Offered

The staff at this wedding venue offer several services to newlyweds to help them feel like guests at their own wedding. These services include:

  • Accommodations
  • Cake
  • Cleanup
  • Event planning
  • Event rentals
  • Lighting/sound
  • Parking
  • Setup
  • Shuttle

Cuisine

Couples are welcome to provide their own cake for the wedding from an outside vendor while chefs prepare menu items for other courses of the meal. Chefs can prepare both American and Southern-style cuisines for a wedding reception or other event.

Accommodation

After the wedding-day festivities, partners and guests can rest their heads on comfortable accommodations just upstairs from the celebration. These guest rooms offer modern bathroom amenities, coffee makers, a mini refrigerator, and contemporary decor. The space allows guests to be comfortable or productive and invites them to make a long weekend out of their stay for a couple’s wedding.

Other Services

The Crowne Plaza Crystal City offers event items for nearlyweds to use for their wedding events. These items include options such as:

  • Audio equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chair covers
  • Chairs
  • Dance floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Lighting
  • Tables
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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No
Yes

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$25

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Wine
Open Bar

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Hotel

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
July
August
November
December

Reviews of Crowne Plaza Crystal City

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Makayla Sent on 02/26/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Great location for a wedding

Crowne Plaza Crystal City hosted our ceremony and reception. Both went very well and very smoothly thanks to their help. We used their centerpieces, which turned out beautifully. They provided our catering, and the food was delicious. Most of the guests stayed at the hotel as part of the room block, and they loved being close to pentagon city and having easy access to the metro to the Smithsonian.
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Melissa Sent on 02/23/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Thank you for everything. We enjoyed the party

Laure Politzer and Mauricio were wonderful to work with and made the event extra special
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Natalie Sent on 12/16/2016
5 out of 5 rating
I coordinated our wedding reception primarily with Lindsey Jacobs (Catering Manager) and Mauricio Cortez (Banquet Manager). Both were extremely professional, accommodating, and friendly. The reason I went with the Crowne Plaza, (p.s., they also manage events for the nearby Holiday Inn) was because of their great reviews on weddingwire.com and because they provided most of the things needed to throw a party so I didn't have to scramble around to find extra vendors! Lindsey was particularly awesome with helping us stick to our schedule and have everything flow. Mauricio did a fantastic job with our décor which incorporated beautiful holiday centerpieces my Mom created for each table. The backdrop, which made our sweetheart table really stand out, was meticulously put together by Mauricio and we were so pleased with how it turned out. All in all, both Lindsey and Mauricio put together a great reception - one I'm still receiving compliments on.
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Gladys Sent on 11/22/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Maurico did an amazing job with helping coordinate our wedding. We could not ask for anything better. He was so attentive and on point. Always making sure everyone and everything was where it was supposed to be. Staff is super friendly and accommodating. Food was great and our guests had an amazing time. Everything was PERFECT!! The day could not have been less stressful all thanks to a wonderful team at the Crowne Plaza.
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Erica Sent on 10/29/2015
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I were very pleased with our experience using the Crowne Plaza as our reception venue and room block hotel. We worked primarily with Kimberly (our main point of contact) and Mauricio.

Kimberly was great. She was always nice and professional and very flexible, even when we had some last minute changes for her to maneuver (including adding someone to our guest list just days before the wedding). I was confident that if anything came up she or Mauricio would handle it.

Mauricio really made the reception space come alive. I had a very limited "vision" for what I wanted the space to look like, so Mauricio really just ran with it and made the space look great.

The one thing I wish I'd been clear on was exactly how long Kimberly would be around on the day of. There was a point that I was looking for her for something later on in the reception and she had left already - the probably was easily fixed with the other staff that was there, but it would've been nice to know that she was no longer around.

I would definitely encourage brides in the area to look into the Crowne Plaza for their reception space. The staff is great, the location is AWESOME for out of town guests, and the price is certainly reasonable for the area.
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Michael Sent on 07/20/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Kimberly Peterson and Mauricio Cortez was was tremendous in the planning coordination of our wedding. We called on a very short notice request and they made it happen with no stress to myself and my wife. The communication from them prior to, throughout and after our wedding was outstanding. They even called after to ensure that our stay at the hotel after the ceremony was to our satisfaction. We truly appreciated the extra services provided and the way they went out of their way even with a short (3 day) notice. Extraordinary service! Thanks from Mr. & Mrs. Jones
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Adrienne Sent on 12/22/2014
5 out of 5 rating
I am so happy I went to the crowne plaza national airport for my wedding. Everything was way more than expected (not including the price). Working with Kimberly throughout the process made it seem less stressful on all details needing to take place. Every detail of the wedding was far beyond expectations. Communications throughout the planning process were prompt and professional. I don't think I would have changed a single thing at the wedding. The price was very cheap for the product I received. My nor husband and I paid for the entire wedding from our own pockets and can say it did not put us into any debt. The food was so delicious and beyond expectations. The event was put together with joy and love and it was such s beautiful event. My husband, myself and every single guest said they had really enjoyed themselves which to meand the crowne plaza national airport staff really know how to execute and get the job done right. If I had to do it all over again I wouldn't change a thing. Awesome job
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Nicole Sent on 11/06/2014
5 out of 5 rating
If you live in the area, I would definitely recommend looking into having your wedding at the Crowne Plaza. The wedding events coordinator, Lauren, and then Kimberly did everything imaginable to make my wedding the best day ever. I always got responses to emails quickly, all of my questions and concerns were answered and attended to. On the day of, Kimberly made sure everyone knew where they were supposed to be and what they were supposed to do and Mauricio always made sure that we had food and drinks during the reception. They only book one wedding a day, so you are their full priority. I have no regrets about choosing the Crowne Plaza and I would definitely tell anyone getting married to consider them first.
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User1889338 Sent on 10/23/2014
5 out of 5 rating
I strongly encourage everyone and anyone who is planning to wed in the Washington Metro Area to consider the Crowne Plaza. Unlike other hotels they only host ONE WEDDING PER DAY which means staff are dedicated completely and totally to you. They were super professional and flexible and patient the day of and made sure that everything ran smoothly. Most brides don't recall eating...but the staff made sure that the bride and groom had time to eat and be merry!
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Tanisha Sent on 11/25/2013
5 out of 5 rating
We had a great experience with the Crowne Plaza Crystal City. We worked with our coordinator (Lauren) and the Crowne Plaza staff for several months planning the details of our wedding. Staff were always available, attentive, and friendly; Lauren went out of her way to accommodate every request and make sure our day was perfect. Our wedding weekend was a magical experience. Even though we worked with Lauren to carefully plan all the details, we had no idea how grand the actual day would be. It was a mind-blowing experience and beyond our expectations. I wanted a beautiful, elegant, whimsical, classic, and upscale wedding and that was exactly what we got, and more!

I would highly recommend the Crowne Plaza Crystal City if you want a beautiful venue, a super attentive staff, and peace of mind before, during, and after the wedding planning. We are extremely satisfied and feel it was a great value for an elegant, yet hassle-free, affair!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner

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Professional Network & Endorsements

8 Endorsements
A-Listed Events LLC. A-Listed Events LLC. Wedding Planners

I worked with Kimberley (venue coordinator) as my bride's Day of coordinator. She was amazing to work with. She was very helpful and her team and herself really helped bring the event together. Anyone looking for an event, definitely needs to check out the Crowne Plaza.

DC Music & Entertainment DC Music & Entertainment Wedding Bands

Great Venue! Great Events Team! Our Events at the Crown Plaza Crystal City are always beautiful and always run smoothly.

Alexandria Pastry Shop Alexandria Pastry Shop Wedding Cakes

Easy to work with, amazing locations. The Crowne Plaza Crystal City is a wonderful place to hold any event.

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Crowne Plaza Crystal City frequently asked questions

Crowne Plaza Crystal City includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Crowne Plaza Crystal City includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Crowne Plaza Crystal City includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
The space offered by Crowne Plaza Crystal City for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Hotel
Crowne Plaza Crystal City offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
Crowne Plaza Crystal City offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Crowne Plaza Crystal City offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Crowne Plaza Crystal City offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
Crowne Plaza Crystal City is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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