Life's best memories start when everyone finally arrives. Whether you're coordinating a wedding room block, planning a family reunion, organizing a church retreat, or gathering friends for a birthday celebration, Courtyard Alexandria Old Town/Southwest makes it easy to bring everyone together while enjoying everything Alexandria and the Washington, D.C. area have to offer. Spend your days exploring the charm of Old Town Alexandria, strolling along the waterfront, discovering local restaurants and boutiques, or taking a quick trip into Washington, D.C. to experience world-famous museums, monuments, and historic landmarks. Looking for a little entertainment? National Harbor is just a short drive away, offering waterfront dining, shopping, seasonal events, and plenty of reasons to extend the fun. Back at the hotel, the conversation doesn't have to end when the day's adventures are over. Meet up for dinner and cocktails at The Bistro (Monday through Friday), share stories from the day, and make plans for tomorrow. In the morning, grab a Starbucks coffee and a quick breakfast before heading out to explore. Whether your group is spending a full weekend together or just squeezing every moment out of a short getaway, our welcoming gathering spaces make it easy to reconnect. Planning something a little more organized? Our two flexible event spaces are perfect for welcome receptions, family meetings, retreat sessions, gift openings, rehearsal gatherings, and other small group events. With complimentary Wi-Fi, a fitness center, on-site dining, and a location less than a mile from the Eisenhower Metro, you'll find everything you need in one convenient place. Because the best group trips aren't really about the itinerary. They're about catching up with old friends, celebrating life's milestones, and creating the moments everyone will still be talking about long after the weekend is over.