Venue Spotlight: Hotel Monaco DC

Venue Spotlight: Hotel Monaco DC

First look on the iconic Hotel Monaco staircase

When it comes to hosting a wedding to remember, we can’t think of many venues as memorable as the Hotel Monaco, located at 700 F Street, NW.

About

Built in 1839 as the city’s original General Post Office it’s since been beautiful modernized to flawlessly merge hip and traditional. The ballroom boasts 20-foot ceilings, a grand dome and skylight that lets in natural light, and ornate decor with a bold, modern style. Sounds perfect, right? With the Portrait Gallery and Capitol One Arena within blocks of the hotel, there’s no doubt you’re in the heart of DC.

Before you even leave the building, for anyone who loves that classic, city feel, there are countless spaces in and around the hotel that make perfect backdrops for first looks, group photos and more. You can see why it’s one of Petal’s Edge’s favorite spots to say “I do”. In fact, we’ve done over 50 weddings at this venue alone – more than any other in town!

Location: Penn Quarter

Capacity: 200 with dance floor

Photo by Love Life Images
Adam Mason Photography
Photo by Love Life Images
Photo by Emily Blumberg
Pro Tips:

Ceremonies at the Hotel Monaco take place partially in the round, with guests seated on three sides of the grand dome and the bridal party’s entrance facing guests. Best seat in the house for everyone! It does make for a tricky aisle way, but we say embrace the columns in the rotunda and do something suspended! Our suspended chuppah is particularly popular, but for a more organic feel, draping greenery is equally at home in the space.

With tables situated around the central dome, receptions get an automatically intimate feel. We suggest filling the space with alternating tall and low designs to complement the natural architectural drama of the space. Have bigger decor goals in mind? Greenery winding up the central columns makes a transformative statement piece!

While we wouldn’t call the room dark, as an interior space, lots and lots of candles transform this venue into something truly romantic. More is more when it comes to candles here! Lighting is also a must-have.

Christina Joy Photograpy
Jen Harvey Photography
Heather Hughes Photography
Potok Photography
Photo by Susie & Becky
Photo by Susie & Becky
Photo by Jen Cody
Photo by Jen Cody
Photo by Kurstin Roe Photography

Looking for more inspiration? Search our blog for more examples of Hotel Monaco weddings.

Searching for the floral designer with the most experience in town at the Hotel Monaco to translate your vision for your wedding into flowers? Contact us today!
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Industrial spaces have a beauty of their own, but the right floral design can take them from warehouse to urban garden. 🌿✨

For Laura & Michael’s Dock 5 wedding, we played with scale—tall magnolia branches to emphasize the height, lush florals to soften the space, and candlelight to add warmth. The result? An urban oasis that felt both grand and intimate.

1️⃣Go Big with Greenery – Tall magnolia branches brought height and movement to Laura & Michael’s Dock 5 wedding

2️⃣ Mix Textures – Lush, low floral arrangements softened the industrial edges while keeping the space dynamic

3️⃣ Layer Candlelight – Warm glows + metal details = a romantic urban oasis

4️⃣ Frame Key Spaces – A floral garland on the head table grounded the design and added intimacy. Trees flanking the table took it to the next level

5️⃣ Contrast is Key – Pairing the raw, industrial elements with soft florals and organic details created the perfect balance

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Industrial spaces have a beauty of their own, but the right floral design can take them from warehouse to urban garden. 🌿✨ For Laura & Michael’s Dock 5 wedding, we played with scale—tall magnolia branches to emphasize the height, lush florals to soften the space, and candlelight to add warmth. The result? An urban oasis that felt both grand and intimate. 1️⃣Go Big with Greenery – Tall magnolia branches brought height and movement to Laura & Michael’s Dock 5 wedding 2️⃣ Mix Textures – Lush, low floral arrangements softened the industrial edges while keeping the space dynamic 3️⃣ Layer Candlelight – Warm glows + metal details = a romantic urban oasis 4️⃣ Frame Key Spaces – A floral garland on the head table grounded the design and added intimacy. Trees flanking the table took it to the next level 5️⃣ Contrast is Key – Pairing the raw, industrial elements with soft florals and organic details created the perfect balance 📍 @unionmarketdc Dock 5 📷 @juliette_fradin_photography @anne_scherrer 🍽️ occasionscaterers @drapekings #dock5wedding #dock5 #autoshopwedding #unionmarketwedding #virginiaweddingflorist #luxuryweddingflorist #springweddingflowers #stylemeprettyweddings #washingtondcwedding #washingtondcflorist #dceventflorist #washingtondcweddingvenue #washingtonianweddings

Not all green and white floral palettes are created equal. This one here will NEVER go out of style and is truly as timeless as they come! Magnolia, eucalyptus, rosemary, and delicate touches of white… Add velvet linens and gold touches, and we’re smitten... 😍

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Not all green and white floral palettes are created equal. This one here will NEVER go out of style and is truly as timeless as they come! Magnolia, eucalyptus, rosemary, and delicate touches of white… Add velvet linens and gold touches, and we’re smitten... 😍 📍 @meridianhouse 🍽️ @welldunncatering 📷 @nessakphotography 💐 @petalsedgedc 📋 @leahmariedavenport #meridianhouse #meridianhousewedding #gardenwedding #washingtondcwedding #washingtondcweddingflorist #virginiaweddingflorist #virginiaflorist #marylandflorist #luxuryweddingflorist #washingtonianweddings #dmvweddingflorist
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