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Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD, USA, 20745
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About us

Located on the banks of the Potomac River in the vibrant National Harbor area, Gaylord National features one-and-a-half acres of lovely indoor gardens beneath a stunning 19-story atrium. Along with quick and easy access to Old Town Alexandria and downtown Washington, D.C., your attendees will also enjoy a full slate of shopping, recreation and dining options right here in our luxurious resort. Debrief after hours with piano music and cocktails in the upscale Belvedere Lobby bar. With over 545,000 square feet of flexible meeting space and a wide range of unique networking venues — including the lovely outdoor Riverview Terrace and hip rooftop lounge, Pose —Gaylord National has everything you need for meetings, all in one place. Comfortable, accessible venues strategically placed throughout the resort provide boundless opportunities to connect. Keep the conversation going during dinner and beyond at any of our delicious restaurants and bars, and enhance any meeting experience with a soothing treatment at Relâche Spa & Salon.Whatever your activity, you can be sure that our employees — our STARS — will provide a world-class service experience like no other. Combining the magnificence of our spectacular resorts with this unrivaled personal touch guarantees the increased flexibility and efficiency you need to create your perfect meeting.

Venue Details

ChainMarriott Bonvoy
BrandGaylord Hotels
Built2008
Renovated2022
Total meeting space546,889 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms1,996
Venue typeResort

Industry Ratings

Northstar
AAA

Awards

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Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Calls (local)
  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (ocean or water)
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Rental car service
  • Wheelchair accessible

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

May 21, 2025 - May 24, 2025
May 27, 2025 - Jun 1, 2025
Jun 5, 2025 - Jun 7, 2025
Jul 10, 2025 - Jul 13, 2025
Jul 20, 2025 - Jul 25, 2025
Aug 17, 2025 - Aug 20, 2025
Nov 21, 2025 - Nov 30, 2025
Dec 14, 2025 - Dec 30, 2025
Jan 1, 2026 - Jan 5, 2026
Jan 17, 2026 - Jan 21, 2026
Feb 2, 2026 - Feb 7, 2026
Mar 18, 2026 - Mar 21, 2026
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High season
Shoulder season
Low season
Aug 01 - Nov 15

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
546,889 sq. ft.
Largest room
178,787 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
94
Second largest room
51,462 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
110,000 sq. ft.
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Max capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
1,392 sq. ft.
29 x 48 sq. ft.
13 ft.
130
36
100
130
64
42
5,270 sq. ft.
85 x 62 sq. ft.
20 ft.
722
-
350
722
330
-
2,420 sq. ft.
44 x 55 sq. ft.
14 ft.
192
-
120
192
108
-
2,279 sq. ft.
43 x 53 sq. ft.
14 ft.
192
-
140
192
109
-
13,780 sq. ft.
136 x 102 sq. ft.
22 ft.
1400
-
840
1400
756
-
6,788 sq. ft.
102 x 67 sq. ft.
22 ft.
748
-
480
748
432
-
1,964 sq. ft.
35 x 57 sq. ft.
22 ft.
176
45
130
176
96
40
1,987 sq. ft.
35 x 57 sq. ft.
22 ft.
176
45
130
176
96
40
1,822 sq. ft.
32 x 57 sq. ft.
22 ft.
176
45
120
176
96
40

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
1,996
Suites
110
Tax rate
6%
Occupancy rate
10%

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 32.3 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
( $39.00/day )
Valet parking
( $64.00/day )

Local Attractions

Arlington National Cemetery
Arlington National Cemetery
Historical landmark
10 mi
Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia, serves as a cemetery and a memorial to America's war heroes. More than four million people visit Arlington National Cemetery each year, attending graveside services and special ceremonies to pay tribute to veterans and historical figures.
Arlington National Cemetery
Arlington, VA, US 22211
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Fed Ex Field - Home of Washington Redskins
Fed Ex Field - Home of Washington Redskins
Recreation
11 mi
FedEx Field is the home of the Washington Redskins football team and is the largest stadium in the National Football League, seating 91,704 people. FedEx Field, located in Landover, Maryland was built to replace Washington’s RFK Stadium in 1997 at a cost of $250 million. It was originally named Jack Kent Cooke Stadium.
1600 Fed Ex Way
Landover, MD, US 20785
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Mount Vernon Estate
Mount Vernon Estate
Historical landmark
10 mi
With the recent addition of the new museum and education center, Mount Vernon is now a full day excursion. Explore the state of the art galleries and theaters, visit the 500-acre estate of George Washington and his family, tour the 14-room mansion that is beautifully restored and furnished with original objects dating back to the 1740's. Be sure to plan enough time to tour the outbuildings, including the kitchen, slave quarters, smokehouse, coach house and stables. The estate is located in Northern Virginia, just minutes from Washington, DC.
3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway
Mount Vernon, VA, US 22309
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Wolf Trap Farm Park
Wolf Trap Farm Park
Recreation
25 mi
Listen to all types of music at this national park dedicated to the performing arts. Outdoor concerts are featured in the summer and indoor performances are held the rest of the year. The park is located in Vienna, Virginia, just 20 minutes from Washington, DC.
1645 Trap Rd.
Vienna, VA, US 22182
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Great Falls Park
Great Falls Park
Park
28 mi
Take a picnic and enjoy spectacular views of the Potomac River at this 800 acre park, located just 14 miles from Washington DC.
9200 Old Dominion Dr.
McLean, VA, US 22102
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National Harbor
National Harbor
Recreation
1 mi
Rising from the banks of the Potomac, just south of the Woodrow Wilson Bridge, is National Harbor! This brand-new, 300-acre development offers tree-lined promenades with scores of the region's most exciting destinations for shopping and dining. This expansive waterfront includes dynamic marinas, electrifying outdoor concerts, interactive art and other signature events, all within steps of the historic Potomac River.
137 National Plaza
Suite 300
National Harbor, MD, US 20745
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Washington Nationals Park
Washington Nationals Park
Park
7 mi
Located south of the capital city, along the fast-developing waterfront and adjacent to the Navy Yard, is the newly constructed Nationals Park, an innovative design of steel, glass and pre-fabricated concrete with panoramic views of the surrounding city and historic landscapes. Home of Major League Baseball's Washington Nationals, the 41,222-seat stadium redefines modern sports architecture. Nationals Park is equipped with state-of-the-art video and audio technology, including a 4,500-sq.-ft. high-definition scoreboard. Baseball enthusiasts also enjoy the concourse and seating decks, which create a variety of distinct neighborhoods.
1 Potomac Ave SE
Washington, DC, US 20003
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Georgetown - Washington D.C.
Georgetown - Washington D.C.
Nightlife
13 mi
Georgetown is the capital’s historic waterfront that today is bustling with activity. The area is a shopper’s paradise and the streets are lined with restaurants of every nationality. Take a tour of historic sites, do some shopping and enjoy a meal at a local restaurant.
1057 Thomas Jefferson St NW
Washington, DC, US 20007
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Smithsonian
Smithsonian
Museum
12 mi
Start at the Smithsonian Institution Building where you can pick up a map and information on all of the museums. These national treasures cover a wide range of subjects from art to space exploration. Plan to explore those you are most interested in, but don’t try to see everything at once. Be sure to save time to see an IMAX movie at the Natural History Museum or the National Air and Space Museum
1000 Jefferson Drive, SW
Washington, D.C, DC, US 20013
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Verizon Center
Verizon Center
Recreation
10 mi
Verizon Center is a huge 20,000-seat arena that hosts about 200 events each year, including concerts, family entertainment and athletic games by the NHL's Washington Capitals, the NBA's Washington Wizards, the WNBA's Washington Mystics and the Georgetown Hoyas Men's Basketball Team.
601 F Street, NW
Washington, DC, US 20004
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Tour 3 Houses of Government
Tour 3 Houses of Government
Historical landmark
12 mi
Explore the U.S. Capitol Building, the White House and the U.S. Supreme Court and you will gain a fuller understanding of the division of power within our democratic government. Plan ahead and note that some tours must be scheduled in advance through your Congressional Representative.
East Capitol Street, NE and 1st Street
Washington, DC, US 20002
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Monuments
Monuments
Historical landmark
12 mi
Our national monuments are truly spectacular. The best time to see them is at night when they are illuminated, less crowded and parking is easier. During daytime visits, take a tour bus. Listen to informative park ranger talks and you won’t have to negotiate congested city traffic.
900 Ohio Drive SW
Washington, DC, US 20024
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Tantallon Country Club
Tantallon Country Club
Recreation
8 mi
Named for a 14th-century castle in the North of Scotland, this impressive Ted Robinson-designed course--in fact, his only east-coast design--elegantly achieves the architects three main objectives: flexibility, memorability and natural beauty. Test your skills on the par-3 Hole 15, with its three-tiered green, then take in an inspiring view of the Washington Monument from Number 16.
300 St. Andrews Dr.
Ft. Washington, MD, US 20744
Kennedy Center
Kennedy Center
Theater
12 mi
Live theatrical productions at the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts are entertainment at its finest. Purchase tickets in advance for performances ranging from musicals to concerts by the National Symphony or see a free show at the Millennium Stage.
2700 F Street, NW
Washington, DC, US 20566
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Old Town Alexandria
Old Town Alexandria
Recreation
5 mi
Explore a quaint historic town just over the Potomac River from Washington, DC. Visit colonial houses, churches, and museums and shop for antiques.
221 King Street
Alexandria, VA, US 22314
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MGM National Harbor
MGM National Harbor
101 MGM National Ave
Oxon Hill, MD, US 20745
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Washington Monument
Washington Monument
2 15th St NW
Washington, DC, DC, US 20024
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George Washington’s Mount Vernon
George Washington’s Mount Vernon
3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy
Mt Vernon, VA, US 22121
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Smithsonian Museums
Smithsonian Museums
600 Maryland Ave SW
Washington, DC, DC, US 20002
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National Zoo
National Zoo
3001 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, DC, DC, US 20008
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White House
White House
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC, DC, US 20500
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The Awakening Sculpture
The Awakening Sculpture
153 National Plaza
Oxon Hill, MD, US 20745
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The Capital Wheel
The Capital Wheel
141 American Way
Forest Heights, MD, US 20745
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National Harbor Marina
National Harbor Marina
168 National Plaza
Oxon Hill, MD, US 20745
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Tanger Outlets
Tanger Outlets
6800 Oxon Hill Rd
National Harbor, MD, US 20745
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Old Town Waterfront
Old Town Waterfront
1 Prince St
Alexandria, VA, US 22314
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Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum
Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum
105-107 S Fairfax St
Alexandria, VA, US 22314
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Alexandria's Christ Church
Alexandria's Christ Church
118 N Washington St
Alexandria, VA, US 22314
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Torpedo Factory Art Center
Torpedo Factory Art Center
105 N Union St
Alexandria, VA, US 22314
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Carlyle House Historic Park
Carlyle House Historic Park
121 N Fairfax St
Alexandria, VA, US 22314
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Windmill Hill Park
Windmill Hill Park
501 S Union St
Alexandria, VA, US 22314
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Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

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Does Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
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Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
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Health and Safety

Were practices at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
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