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Indoor & Outdoor Space

Weddings

With a collection of indoor and outdoor vignettes that flow effortlessly together, The Charles provides a timeless and sophisticated setting for unforgettable wedding celebrations. Perfectly suited for ceremonies and receptions of up to 300 guests, each space serves as an elegant backdrop for your special day. Our dedicated catering team works closely with you at every step, ensuring every detail of your vision is meticulously brought to life and nothing short of extraordinary.

Event Spaces

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First Floor

Located next to the lobby, the Pavilion is ideally suited for intimate wedding celebrations, post-wedding brunches, rehearsal dinners and welcome receptions. Floor-to-ceiling windows invite abundant natural light and frame views of the surrounding landscape, while glass doors open directly onto the Lower Courtyard for a seamless indoor-outdoor experience for guests.

Third Floor

Set on the third floor, our Ballroom and adjoining event spaces provide a sophisticated backdrop for wedding celebrations, welcoming guests with refined details and seamless service to create an elevated dining experience and a truly unforgettable occasion.

Outdoor

Sitting next to historic Harvard Square and framed by brick buildings, a tree-lined path provides a graceful entrance to the Lower Courtyard, an elegant backdrop for open-air ceremonies, cocktail receptions, brunches, and alfresco dining.

Tucked behind The Charles Hotel and framed by seasonal trees and lush plantings, the Upper Courtyard offers a tranquil, garden-like atmosphere. This secluded space blends natural beauty with understated elegance, offering a romantic and refined setting for receptions and alfresco dining.

Regattabar

Overlooking the Lower Courtyard with sweeping views of Harvard Square, the iconic Regattabar is a truly distinctive setting for wedding celebrations. With soaring ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows, the space is bathed in natural light by day while the glowing Cambridge skyline creates a romantic backdrop by night—an unforgettable pairing with exceptional service and timeless sophistication.

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Wedding Amenities

  • Luxury suites for the bridal party
  • Preferred rates for guestroom blocks
  • Wedding coordination for effortless planning
  • On-site venues for rehearsal dinners, welcome receptions, after parties, and post-wedding brunches
  • Convenient on-site parking
  • Curated list of preferred vendors to support your design vision