From the moment we met Ms. Lepore, we were confident that she and her team would be able to help us make the vision for our wedding come to fruition. She was very knowledgeable regarding the wedding planning process, and her experience proved to be most helpful; She was kind, hospitable, resourceful, receptive and supportive (which is a breath of fresh air in an industry where planning can become, at times, overwhelming and challenging). We are so pleased with the outcome of our wedding; it was a beautiful, romantic and truly enjoyable day…our guests are still raving about everything- the food, decorations/ setup, impeccable service, event space, etc. The hotel experience ( bridal/ couple’s suite and rooms for wedding guests) - made a comfortable and pleasant stay for us all. We couldn’t be happier that we trusted Ms. Lepore and her team. We are so thankful to everyone who worked together to help make our special day possible. If you are searching for a venue and team that can provide a top tier experience tailored for you and your guests, please consider this venue.

The Hotel at the University of Maryland was the perfect wedding venue for our big day. Everything was absolutely beautiful, from the ceremony space to the reception layout, and our guests are still talking about how stunning it all was.

But the true highlight was working with Kelsey Lepore, the Catering Sales Manager. I don’t have anything but kind words to say about her. Kelsey was incredibly sweet, attentive, and genuinely invested in making our day flawless. She made things happen, handled every detail with so much care, and was beyond accommodating throughout the entire process. Her professionalism and kindness made planning feel effortless.

If you’re looking for an amazing all inclusive venue paired with exceptional support, I cannot recommend The Hotel at UMD enough.

From the very beginning, the entire team exceeded every expectation. The venue itself is stunning beautifully maintained, elegant, and thoughtfully designed to make every moment feel special. The hotel accommodations were exceptional, offering comfort, convenience, and outstanding service for us and our guests.

Kelsey and the team at The Hotel at UMD were a dream to work with from the very beginning to after the wedding was over and we checked out the hotel.

Kelsey was always responsive, transparent, friendly. I could not have wanted more from a venue coordinator. She worked flawlessly with myself and my planner. She provided her own insight when asked and was sure to make sure I got everything to fit my vision. Kelsey truly went above and beyond to my sure the day went off with out a hitch. She had a solution for everything.

The hotel itself is beautiful and I love the way the wedding packages are assembled. The food was delicious and what you taste at the your initial tasting IS what your guests are served. My guests are still telling me how much they enjoyed the food.

This is the only venue I toured and once I saw everything I didn't need to see anywhere else. My day was perfect and I would recommend The Hotel at UMD to anyone getting married in this area.

I began planning my wedding August 2024. I was referred to the hotel by my cousin. When I reached out, Kelsey responded right away by email. She sent me some information about the venue and offered that I come in for a tour.

From the moment I met Kelsey I knew that I was going to have my wedding at this hotel. She was one of the kindest people I’ve had the pleasure of working with. Our goal was to have a rooftop wedding on 52525 At 5. She was very detailed and even explained to us the process for a back up plan for weather. At this point we had toured 6 venues so we had to make a list of pros and cons.

We made a decision right away to sign the contract and go with the hotel based on Kelsey.

Throughout the months ahead, whenever I reached out to her she responded right away. She worked with my wedding coordinator to ensure that my day was stress free.

My wedding was nothing short of amazing! The food, the staff, the servers, the check-in process,… You name it everything was outstanding! We had family come in from all over and the hotel staff was truly accommodating to us. The rooftop view for my sunset wedding was impeccable. I could not have asked for a better experience.

The restaurants in the hotel have really good food. There are several options which was perfect for our picky eaters. The hotel is metro accessible and directly across the street from the University.

The 7 on 7 space is a gorgeous space to have any event but especially a wedding.

Thank you to the entire support staff who participated in any way throughout this process. The experience was Top Tier and we truly appreciate it.

The event/wedding coordinator Kelsey Lepore was awesome. She was so effortlessly detailed. Communicated clearly, and her follow-ups were exactly what we expected.
Needless to say the day of our wedding, everything was flawless!! the ballroom was beautiful! the table setting was so pretty! the food was magnificent! I hope we will have another event with the same event manger in the future1

I recently had the pleasure of photographing a fantastic wedding at The Hotel at The University of Maryland. The planning process for my couple was a breeze thanks to manager Kelsey Lapore. She has tons of experience, is super friendly, professional and detail oriented. The Hotel is a sleek, modern and sophisticated place for a wedding. The luxurious getting ready suite had plenty of room for the large bridal party. The rooftop ballroom and outdoor terrace were just perfect for beautiful pictures. I can't wait to come back and photograph another wedding at this spectacular and well- managed venue!

When I think back to my sister’s wedding day a few months ago at the Hotel at the University of Maryland, the three Es immediately come to mind. EXCELLENT! EXCEPTIONAL! EXEMPLARY!

The venue was beautiful, but the event itself was beyond fabulous and exceeded my expectations in large part due to the dedication of senior catering sales manager Kelsey Lepore.

With just sixth months to plan and execute my sister’s dream wedding, the Hotel at UMD offered the ambience we wanted and literally checked all the boxes. The staff were simply first-class, from the caterer to the service staff to the front desk. Each guest was enveloped in an elegance that had them reminiscing with family and friends’ weeks after the wedding.

There are truly just not enough superlatives to describe the phenomenal experience we had at the Hotel at the University of Maryland but kudos to Kelsey for helping to make it a resounding success. If a detail mattered to me, it mattered to Kelsey and that was one of her genuine attributes that impressed me the most. She is awesome and one of the DMVs premier catering managers who is without question worth her weight in gold.

Thank you, Kelsey, for a Wedding Affair to Remember!

Getting married at The Hotel was the best decision we could’ve made. From the second we met Kelsey during our tour, we knew we (and our wedding day as a whole) were in good hands. Everyone at The Hotel was professional, kind, and shared in our excitement every step of the way. I could tell immediately they had done plenty of weddings before and everyone knew what they were doing. Everything went off without a hitch. The rooftop where we held our reception was beautiful. It was spacious and nicely laid out where it never felt too packed even with our 130+ guests. I can’t say enough about how perfect our day was and how happy I am that we got married at a place as beautiful and well-run as The Hotel.

From the moment we and our guests arrived on Saturday for our welcome party to the very end of our wedding night, The Hotel at the University of Maryland delivered an unforgettable experience. Everything was flawless — warm, welcoming, and truly above and beyond our expectations.

Kelsey and her team were incredible every step of the way. From the start of our planning process to the final moments of our wedding day, they accommodated every single request with patience, professionalism, and genuine care. We felt fully supported and heard throughout, and it made all the difference.

Our guests are still raving about the food — many said it was the best they’ve ever had at a wedding! The wait staff was gracious, kind, and attentive, making sure everyone felt taken care of.

If you're a couple looking for an exceptional wedding experience with outstanding service, stunning spaces, and a team that treats your big day like their own — look no further. We wholeheartedly recommend The Hotel at UMD. Thank you for making our celebration so incredibly special!