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About Capital Hilton

Capital Hilton is a historic Washington, DC venue located at 1001 16th Street NW. Opened in 1943 as Hotel Statler and evolving through the Statler and Hilton eras, it now serves as a premier event space with a broad range of configurations for meetings, galas, and large celebrations. Just two blocks from the White House, the Capital Hilton offers extensive event facilities, on-site valet parking, and convenient access to public transit and nearby hotels and dining options. Whether you’re planning a high-profile gala, a corporate conference, or an elegant reception, we’ve got you covered with trusted, straightforward ticketing and event coordination support.

Note: This venue page provides comprehensive details about seating configurations, parking, transit, and nearby accommodations to help you secure your event logistics with ease.

For guests attending events at Capital Hilton, consider nearby lodging at iconic DC properties like Willard InterContinental Washington, Hay-Adams, JW Marriott, and The St. Regis. We can help you connect with affiliate partners for hotel stays and curated dining experiences. Capital Hilton’s central location also means easy access to multiple Metro stations and a short ride to other DC attractions.

If you’re organizing an event, our team can assist with venue layouts (banquet, theatre, reception), seating plans, and coordinating with on-site staff to ensure everything runs smoothly. Secure your seats and plan your DC experience with your trusted connection in event access.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1001 16th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036.
  • Venue type and space: Historic hotel with 21 meeting rooms and 31,235 square feet of total event space, including a high-capacity ballroom complex.
  • Largest spaces: Combined Presidential-Congressional-Senate area ~14,652 sq ft; Presidential Ballroom single space ~7,776 sq ft; various configurations available (banquet, theatre, reception, etc.).
  • Seating capacity (typical layouts): Presidential Ballroom seats roughly 894–900; combined spaces can accommodate over 1,000 for Banquet/Reception layouts depending on configuration.
  • Parking: Valet only (approx. $73), self-parking not available; max vehicle height 6'2".
  • Transit: Two blocks from the White House; less than a mile to McPherson Square Metro Station; several Metro stations within easy walking distance.
  • Nearby hotels: Willard InterContinental Washington, Hay-Adams, JW Marriott, The St. Regis, and other central DC properties are within short reach.
  • Notable events hosted: All U.S. Presidents have visited Capital Hilton since its opening; the venue has hosted inaugural balls, presidential interviews, and other high-profile gatherings; the hotel has long been associated with presidential events.
  • Renaming/demolition status: Opened as Hotel Statler in 1943; renamed The Statler Hilton in 1958; renamed Capital Hilton in 1977; still operating (not demolished).