Skip to main content
Weddings

About

Renaissance Boston Seaport District is a sophisticated hotel located in Boston’s vibrant Seaport District. This part of the city is the perfect neighborhood for any nuptial. Located just steps away from the waterfront, the Renaissance Boston Seaport District boasts over 20,000 square feet of event space and offers certified wedding planners who will work with you to create the wedding of your dreams. With creative and customizable menus, modern flexible spaces and stunning water views the Renaissance provides you and your guests with the very best the city has to offer.


Facilities and Capacity
Couples may host up to 600 guests in the Pacific Grand Ballroom and up to 220 guests in the Atlantic Ballroom. The Atlantic Ballroom is a dramatic space featuring a water-inspired design, rich woods, gorgeous chandeliers and windows overlooking Maritime Park. There’s also an adjacent, spiral staircase leading to a private cocktail area. Their grandest room is the Pacific Ballroom, featuring a neutral color palette and dramatic 17-foot ceilings.


Services Offered
This full-service hotel won WeddingWire’s Couples’ Choice Award every year from 2010 to 2013. Their services include:

  • Accommodations
  • Bridal suite
  • Event rentals
  • Setup
  • Cleanup
  • Event planning
  • Lighting and sound
  • Cake
illustration popular

Venues you may like

See other venues that are popular with couples right now

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?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$950

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$950

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$21

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Signature Drink

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Hotel
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
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
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
December

Reviews of Renaissance Boston Seaport District

S
Stephanie Sent on 09/04/2016
5 out of 5 rating
If you want a beautiful wedding in Boston in a great location, this venue is for you. We had a lot of guests traveling from out of town and they all enjoyed the location so much. They were able to explore nearby restaurants and other things, such as Lawn on D. It is also so close to the airport. Besides the location, the service at the Renaissance is top notch. Jennifer F. is amazing and was so great to work with. She is so accommodating and calm. I probably sent her an email a day leading up the wedding. She was able to provide everything we wanted! I cried when I saw how beautiful the ballroom looked for the wedding, and the food was some of the best I have ever had. The appetizers were so unique and unlike any other venue. If you like seafood, definitely go with the Renaissance. The suites and guest rooms are also so spacious. I cannot recommend this hotel enough for your venue. You can definitely trust the event staff to do an outstanding job!
M
Michelle Sent on 08/22/2016
5 out of 5 rating
This venue is amazing! Right when I saw the place, I knew it was the one. Everything was handled so perfectly! Jennifer did an amazing job with coordinating everything!
E
Effie Sent on 10/05/2015
5 out of 5 rating
On September 12th, we held our wedding reception at the Renaissance Waterfront hotel. We had the fortune to work with two great coordinators at the hotel, Sarah Traub and Jennifer Fruscillo. Jennifer really went above and beyond with EVERYTHING for our wedding.

In all honesty, we know that it is hard to walk into an event or project that is already rolling along and we were concerned that something would be overlooked. We had booked the hotel almost two years prior and as you can imagine, a lot of back and forth happened during that time period. Jennifer captured EVERYTHING and more. She has been extremely attentive to our communications and paid attention to the smallest detail. She is pleasant and professional with everything that she does. It is obvious that the role of being an events coordinator is tedious and overall hard work. It is obvious that Jennifer can steadily roll along without flinching. It is impressive.

The food was awesome, we had the beef w/lobster ravioli, chicken w/polenta and a vegetarian dish. All the food was served HOT and fresh. There were no complaints from the guests on the food, which is saying a lot for me! The venue was beautiful, we booked the ballroom with floor to ceiling windows (I believe it is called the Aegean ballroom). The hotel rooms were great and the service was above and beyond expectations. Would recommend this hotel for any event in the future.
U
User1748768 Sent on 08/04/2014
5 out of 5 rating
We had the best experience at the Renaissance for our wedding. Chelsea, Jillian, and Heather were all incredible and made both the planning and the actual wedding day seamless and perfect. Every detail was considered and we really felt taken care of from start to finish. The hall is gorgeous and our friends are still talking about how much they loved it. The event space is on its own floor separate from the rest of the hotel so you really feel like you have the place to yourself which is unique from other hotels. I HIGHLY recommend the renaissance!
U
User6325505 Sent on 03/20/2014
5 out of 5 rating
The whole Renaissance team, especially Sarah, Ingrid, Julie, were phenomenal. They made sure our every need was attended to..no ask was too much. They made us feel at home and made sure we didn't worry about anything.

The location itself is fantastic, I love the Seaport area and it is right next to the water and restaurants. The layout is great too, but again, it was the team and their service.. throughout the planning process and right up to the last minute that made this an amazing experience.
U
User1545014 Sent on 02/26/2014
5 out of 5 rating
My daughter selected this venue for the wedding reception because she loved the tall wide windows, the high ceilings and the location in the seaport area of Boston. We were very happy with our beautiful suites, the service, the quality of the food and drink and the friendliness of the staff. We worked with Sarah Traub along with our wedding planner, Courtney Graham and were most pleased with our the Renaissance. Many guests commented on how they loved this seaport area of Boston and remarked they would return at some point in the future.
E
Emily Sent on 11/02/2013
5 out of 5 rating
I can't say enough about the Renaissance Boston Waterfront hotel! I recently had my wedding at the hotel and the experience was fabulous! The staff was extremely professional, the food was incredible! We have since received so many compliments from our guests. Sarah and Ashley were wonderful to work with!
U
User1016113 Sent on 11/14/2012
5 out of 5 rating
We absolutely loved our wedding venue. Ashley and Lindsay were awesome, they did such a great job accommodating us, and were so easy to deal with through the entire process. Always friendly, always helpful. The food was delicious, and they really went to great lengths to make our day beautiful.
A
Alexandra Sent on 10/24/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Words cannot describe how amazing it was to work with everyone at the Renaissance! Their attention to detail was impeccable and we could not have asked for more. From our first meeting with Lindsay until the day of the wedding, the process was nothing short of flawless! Even weeks after the wedding, people are still commenting about how delicious the food was and how stunning the venue looked :) Ashley, we cannot praise you enough...you are AMAZING at what you do! Thanks to everyone at the Renaissance for making our wedding absolutely perfect!
S
Sara Sent on 10/17/2012
5 out of 5 rating
The Renaissance is an amazing facility to hold a wedding. They are the most helpful and accommodating individuals a bride could ask for. When my mother had issues with the first tasting, they offered us a second! Everything was customized to my specifications and when we walked in the door after being announced, it was as though Ingrid had made my exact vision come true.
The food was amazing and I am continuing tor receive compliments about the hospitality of the servers. If I could do it all over again, I would not change a thing.
We're all about trust. Our community relies on honest reviews to help you make those big decisions with ease.

Awards

23
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Party Excitement Weddings Party Excitement Weddings Wedding DJs

Our company, Party Excitement Entertainment has had the privilege of working at the Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel a couple times in the last few months. Their entire staff is professional and personable. We love working at this venue and our clients are in great hands when having a party here!

Berryphotos Berryphotos Wedding Photographers

Boston's premier new event center in the hottest section of the city! The Boston Seaport Renaissance offers so much with an up-beat modern urban setting on Boston Harbor with gardens and downtown as a perfect backdrop for pictures. The staff is well seasoned, knowing exactly the needs of the bride and makes for a very personal event.

Map

Renaissance Boston Seaport District frequently asked questions

Renaissance Boston Seaport District includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Renaissance Boston Seaport District includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at Renaissance Boston Seaport District includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by Renaissance Boston Seaport District for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Hotel
  • Waterfront
Renaissance Boston Seaport District offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
Renaissance Boston Seaport District offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Renaissance Boston Seaport District offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Renaissance Boston Seaport District offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Renaissance Boston Seaport District is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in flexibility, 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in value and 4.8 in average response time.

Other vendors in Boston for your wedding

Wedding Venues