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Indoor & Outdoor Space

Weddings & Events

The Charles Hotel offers over 18,000 square feet of unique indoor and outdoor space. Whether you envision a wedding ceremony in our courtyard, or a lively celebration in our ballroom, we'll work with you every step of the way to make your dream a reality.

Whether you are celebrating a birthday, a bar/bat mitzvah, a holiday party, or a wedding, our dedicated catering team is ready to make your special event a success.

First Floor

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Kennedy

This lobby-level meeting space offers a floor-to-ceiling view of John F. Kennedy Walkway, allowing for ample natural light. Its location in the Pavilion area removes distractions from other hotel activity. WIth 1,881 square feet, it can easily accommodate anywhere from 50-150 guests. 

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Brattle

This lobby-level meeting space has floor-to-ceiling windows on two sides overlooking the lower courtyard. It is 864 square feet, which is the perfect space for an intimate meeting or private dinner.

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Longfellow

Part of our Pavilion space, the Longfellow room can be customized to make your next event perfect. With 1,568 square feet, this room allows for an intimate atmosphere without feeling crowded.

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Hamilton

The Hamilton room is an interior room and works perfectly for small dinners or intimate meetings. With 418 square feet, it is ideal for groups of 14-40.

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Third Floor

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Charles Ballroom

The ballroom is the perfect room for catching the full attention of your guests. From weddings to conferences to galas, our 4,730 square foot ballroom can host up to 600 guests.

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Comstock

This meeting space is an interior room that is ideal for privacy and brainstorming sessions. At 702 square feet, this room works best for 18-50 guests.

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Agassiz

Agassiz has a full wall of windows, allowing for ample natural light, making it perfect for intimate dinners and small meetings. Utilize the 696 square feet for groups of 20-50. This room also connects with Walker if additional space is desired.

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Compton

Compton has a full wall of floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the inner courtyard, which is lit up by twinkling lights throughout the year. This intimate space of 540 square feet is perfect for a small group brainstorming session or small meetings.

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Rogers

Rogers has floor-to-ceiling windows along the outer wall, allowing for ample natural light from the inner courtyard. This space is intimate and personal.

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Stratton

Stratton has floor-to-ceiling windows along the outer wall, allowing for ample natural light from the inner courtyard. This space is intimate and personal.

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Doriot Board Room

Doriot has an existing board room table and leather swivel chairs so you can comfortably conduct your next meeting. Floor-to-ceiling windows overlook the lower courtyard. At 260 square feet, this room is perfect for small meetings.

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Walker

This 260 square foot room can accommodate 10-12 people comfortably, and connects with Agassiz for extra break out space.

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Regattabar

Regattabar is the most unique space available on property. It has 20 foot floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Harvard Square, the lower courtyard and farmers market. When not privately booked, this space is used for jazz shows, winning Best of Boston for the last 14 years. The dance floor allows for a great party for up to 225 guests.

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Testimonials

"Again, I want to thank you for your efforts on our behalf. We had a very good experience at the Charles Hotel and you did a good job! The people who served us at both the cocktail hour and the reception were excellent and we appreciate their hard work. Please let the management know this. We would happily recommend the Charles Hotel for a wedding reception!"

Mother of the Bride - Regattabar

Testimonials

"We are so pleased with the way the whole evening went! The hotel and its employees were so accommodating, pleasant, and professional! The hors d'oeuvres, dinner, and dessert were wonderful. Our guests really seemed to enjoy themselves throughout the event, all while supporting our school. We've already gotten such positive feedback from the Fayerweather community. Thank you so very much for your guidance throughout the process. It truly was a pleasure working with you!"

Diane Braunstein
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Testimonials

“The service at The Charles Hotel was second to none and the facilities were extremely good. Thanks to you, our event was a big success and I would like to thank you very much for looking after us so well and for making all our guests feel at home. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff and all our requests were met very quickly and efficiently. Thank you so much for everything."

Capgemini, UK
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Special Offers

Elevate Your Stay

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Preferred Suites

Receive Suite accommodations up to 30% off our best available rate when you stay 2 nights.

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Stay Longer and Save

The longer you stay, the more you save! Save up to 20% off.

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Advanced Purchase

Plan ahead and save. Enjoy up to 25% off your stay.

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Storybook Stay

Immerse yourself in a world of relaxation and literary delight with our Storybook Stay Package. This exclusive package offers a relaxing stay at the Charles Hotel with a $50 credit to our In-Room Dining service, complete with a bedside reading bookmark amenity. Scan the QR code on the bookmark and it will take you to a selection of eBooks, audiobooks, podcasts, & meditation. Perfect for book lovers, this package ensures you have everything you need to unwind and escape into your favorite stories. 

Cultural Comforts

Indulge in a serene retreat at The Charles Hotel with our Cultural Comforts package. Enjoy up to four complimentary tickets to the renowned Harvard Museums of Science & Culture, where you can explore fascinating exhibits and world-class collections. Discover the perfect blend of relaxation and intellectual enrichment. 

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