Reunion Resources

Welcome! This page pulls together a variety of hotels, restaurants, bars, and event spaces in the Bethesda–Chevy Chase area to help make planning your reunion simple and stress‑free. You’ll find options for casual meetups, group dinners, and larger celebration‑ready venues.

We know the area has countless great spots, so we’d love your input. If you know of additional venues, hidden gems, or group‑friendly locations not listed here, please share them — your suggestions help keep this resource useful and complete for everyone.

Area Hotels 

• Hyatt Regency Bethesda – downtown over Metro (Red Line)
  7400 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 · Phone: (301) 657‑1234 · Website:https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-regency/en-US/bethe-hyatt-regency-bethesda

• Marriott Bethesda Downtown at Marriott HQ – new flagship next to Marriott HQ; rooftop bar (Hip Flask)
  7707 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 · Phone: (301) 276‑7707 · Website:https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/wasbd-marriott-bethesda-downtown-at-marriott-hq/overview

• AC Hotel Bethesda Downtown (Marriott) – modern, across from Metro; rooftop event space
  4646 Montgomery Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 · Phone: (301) 656‑2260 · Website:https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/wasba-ac-hotel-bethesda-downtown/overview

• The Bethesdan Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton – near NIH; ballroom & rooftop pool (seasonal)
  8120 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 · Phone: (301) 652‑2000 · Website: https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/wasbaup-the-bethesdan-hotel/

• Hilton Garden Inn Bethesda Downtown – 1 block to Metro; central location
  7301 Waverly St, Bethesda, MD 20814 · Phone: (301) 654‑8111 · Website: https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/wasbtgi-hilton-garden-inn-bethesda-downtown/

• Residence Inn by Marriott Bethesda Downtown – suites with kitchens; breakfast included
  7335 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 · Phone: (301) 718‑0200 · Website:https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/wasbr-residence-inn-bethesda-downtown/overview

• Bethesda Marriott (Pooks Hill) – full‑service; shuttle to Metro; event space
  5151 Pooks Hill Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814 · Phone: (301) 897‑9400 · Website:https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/wasbt-bethesda-marriott/overview

• Bethesda Marriott Suites – all‑suite property near Democracy Blvd (Montgomery Mall area)
  6711 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda, MD 20817 · Phone: (301) 897‑5600 · Website:https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/wassb-bethesda-marriott-suites

• Courtyard by Marriott Bethesda Chevy Chase – Friendship Heights/CC; steps to Metro
  5520 Wisconsin Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815 · Phone: (301) 656‑1500 · Website:https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/wasvy-courtyard-bethesda-chevy-chase/overview

• Canopy by Hilton Washington DC Bethesda North (Pike & Rose) – boutique vibe; terrace & spa
  940 Rose Ave, North Bethesda, MD 20852 · Phone: (301) 882‑9400 · Website:https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/dcabnpy-canopy-washington-dc-bethesda-north

• Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center – largest event capacity; next to Metro (Red Line, North Bethesda)
  5701 Marinelli Rd, Rockville/North Bethesda, MD 20852 · Phone: (301) 822‑9200 · Website:https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/wasbn-bethesda-north-marriott-hotel-and-conference-center/overview

• Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion – all‑suite; directly at Friendship Heights Metro (DC side)
  4300 Military Rd NW, Washington, DC 20015 · Phone: (202) 362‑9300 · Website: https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/wasches-embassy-suites-washington-dc-chevy-chase-pavilion

• American Inn of Bethesda – budget‑friendly, near NIH/Walter Reed
  8130 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 · Phone: (301) 656‑9300 · Website: https://www.american-inn.com

Potential Reunion Venues

Hotels with On‑Site Event Space / Private Dining  (useful for receptions, mixer nights, class dinners, or hospitality suites)

• Hyatt Regency Bethesda – multiple spaces + rooftop options
  7400 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 · (301) 657‑1234 · https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-regency/en-US/bethe-hyatt-regency-bethesda

• Marriott Bethesda Downtown at Marriott HQ – modern ballrooms + rooftop (Hip Flask)
  7707 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 · (301) 276‑7707 · https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/wasbd-marriott-bethesda-downtown-at-marriott-hq/overview

• AC Hotel Bethesda Downtown – rooftop event space + terrace
  4646 Montgomery Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 · (301) 656‑2260 · https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/wasba-ac-hotel-bethesda-downtown/overview

• Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center – 61,000 sq ft of conference/event space
  5701 Marinelli Rd, North Bethesda, MD 20852 · (301) 822‑9200 · https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/wasbn-bethesda-north-marriott-hotel-and-conference-center/overview

• Bethesda Marriott (Pooks Hill) – 19,000 sq ft of meeting/ballroom space; shuttle
  5151 Pooks Hill Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814 · (301) 897‑9400 · https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/wasbt-bethesda-marriott/overview

• Residence Inn Bethesda Downtown – several event rooms (good for casual gatherings; breakfast included)
  7335 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 · (301) 718‑0200 · https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/wasbr-residence-inn-bethesda-downtown/overview  

• Courtyard by Marriott Bethesda Chevy Chase – smaller meeting rooms; pool (seasonal)
  5520 Wisconsin Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815 · (301) 656‑1500 · https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/wasvy-courtyard-bethesda-chevy-chase/overview

• Canopy by Hilton Washington DC Bethesda North – boutique spaces + rooftop terrace
  940 Rose Ave, North Bethesda, MD 20852 · (301) 882‑9400 · https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/dcabnpy-canopy-washington-dc-bethesda-north

• Embassy Suites DC Chevy Chase Pavilion – suite‑style + atrium; steps to Metro (Friendship Heights)
  4300 Military Rd NW, Washington, DC 20015 · (202) 362‑9300 · https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/wasches-embassy-suites-washington-dc-chevy-chase-pavilion

Standalone Event Venues  (ballrooms, theatres, historic properties—great for full‑class events or multi‑hour programs)

• Rock Creek Mansion (Bethesda) – historic mansion; ~160 seated / 200 partial; patio + lounge
  5417 W Cedar Ln, Bethesda, MD 20814 · (240) 426‑1220 · http://www.rockcreekmansion.com

• Woman’s Club of Chevy Chase – historic 1913 clubhouse; elegant halls + gardens; up to ~200 seated / 300 standing
  7931 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815 · (301) 652‑8480 · https://wcccmaryland.org

• Woman’s Club of Bethesda – charming 1928 clubhouse; ~115 capacity; ballroom + sunroom; on‑site parking
  5500 Sonoma Rd, Bethesda, MD 20817 · (301) 530‑1784 · https://www.womansclubofbethesda.org

• The Cordell Event Venue – modern event space; capacity up to 200
  4865 Cordell Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 · (301) 922 4193 · https://www.eventective.com/bethesda-md/the-cordell-event-venue-794679.html

• Round House Theatre (Bethesda) – lobby receptions up to ~200; theatre & event room rentals
  4545 East‑West Hwy, Bethesda, MD 20814 · (240) 644‑1100 · https://www.roundhousetheatre.org/about/rent-our-spaces

• Imagination Stage (Bethesda) – multiple theatres, studios & gallery spaces for receptions/classes
  4908 Auburn Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 · (301) 280‑1648 (rentals) · https://imaginationstage.org/rent-our-spaces

Restaurants with Private Dining / Large‑Party Options  (perfect for welcome mixers, class‑year dinners, or small‑group meetups)

• Barking Dog – neighborhood bar; private event space up to ~250–300
  4723 Elm St, Bethesda, MD 20814 · (301) 654 0022 · https://www.barkingdogbar.com

• Tommy Joe’s – classic sports bar + rooftop; private parties welcomed
  7940 Norfolk Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 · (301) 312 8282 · https://tommy-joes.com

• Mon Ami Gabi – Bethesda Row – multiple private spaces; events up to ~200 with buyout
  7239 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 · (301) 654‑1234 · https://www.monamigabi.com/bethesda

• Morton’s The Steakhouse (in Hyatt) – 3 private rooms + bar; polished steakhouse experience
  7400 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 · (301) 657‑2650 · https://www.mortons.com/location/mortons-the-steakhouse-bethesda-md

• PLANTA (Bethesda) – modern plant‑based; private dining room (≈12) + lounge/partial buyouts
  4910 Elm St, Bethesda, MD 20814 · (301) 407‑2447 · https://www.plantarestaurants.com/dc-bethesda-special-events-and-large-party-booking

• Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar – lively Peruvian; private event options & coordinator
  7401 Woodmont Ave / 2 Bethesda Metro Center, Bethesda, MD 20814 · (301) 514‑4830 · https://piscoynazca.com/bethesda

• City Perch Kitchen + Bar (Pike & Rose) – two private rooms (seat 10–44) + buyouts up to 140
  11830 Grand Park Ave, North Bethesda, MD 20852 · (301) 231‑2310 · https://www.cityperch.com/locations/north-bethesda-md

Parks & Outdoor Spaces (family‑friendly, day events – some locations may require permits)

• Montgomery County Parks – Park Activity Buildings (including Candy Cane Park, Norwood, Cabin John, Woodacres, Meadowbrook etc.) – many of which have reservable indoor buildings with kitchens, and adjacent outdoor areas
  Countywide; info & bookings: (301) 495‑2525 · https://montgomeryparks.org/park-activity-buildings

• Glen Echo Park – historic arts campus; ballroom, picnic areas, carousel
  7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD 20812 · (301) 634‑2222 · https://glenechopark.org

• Brookside Gardens (Wheaton Regional Park) – scenic walking gardens; indoor conservatories
  1800 Glenallan Ave, Wheaton, MD 20902 · (301) 962‑1400 · https://www.brooksidegardens.org