21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati
EST. 2012
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21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati, Walnut Street, Cincinnati, OH, United States

21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati
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An artistic wonderland right in the middle of the city.
A luxurious experience in downtown Cincinnati, this modish hotel is also a contemporary art museum, cultural civic center, and perfect location for any event.
The Lowdown
Type
BallroomBoutique HotelMuseumPenthouse / RooftopRestaurant / Private Dining
Views
CityscapeSkyline
Style
Contemporary
Cultural
Modern
Sophisticated
Urban
Best type of Celebrations
Baby Shower
Birthday Party
Bridal Shower
Charity Event
Corporate Event
Product Launch
Holiday Party
Rehearsal Dinner / Welcome Reception
Wedding Reception
Anniversary
Engagement Party

Venue Setting

21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati has over 8,000 square feet of art-filled event space in the heart of downtown arts and entertainment district. Featuring a wide range of spaces – many with cutting edge audiovisual technology and large light- filled windows – 21c is the perfect venue for board retreats, executive meetings, cocktail gatherings, reception dinners, charitable events, intimate weddings or any other special occasion.

Capacity

Seated
120
Buffet
80
Standing
200
Fees
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
Price range

Does this include catering fees?

No

Estimated price per head

from $50 to $200

Additional charges

Additional required charges include a 21% service fee, 7% sales tax and $100 bar set up fee.

Insurance

Additional Insurance Is Not Required To Host An Event Here

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Event Logistics and Amenities
(Essential event logistics and amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you gathering)
Celebrations hosted here since
2012
Curfew
1 AM
Venue spaces
Indoor & Outdoor Venue Spaces Available
Catering
Client Must Use The Catering Provided By The Venue
Alcohol
Provided By Venue For Fee – You Must Use The Venue For All Alcohol Services
Music
Indoors & Outdoors
Smoking
Non-smoking Venue
Accommodations
156 rooms and 20 suites, including 699 square-foot Corner Suites with dining and sectional sitting areas.
Eco/Green Events
Yes
Pet-Friendly Events
Yes
Kid Friendly Events
Yes
Handicap Accessible
Yes
Amenities
  • A/V Equipment
  • Bridal Suite/Changing Rooms Onsite
  • Street Parking
  • Valet Parking
  • Wifi
  • Ample Parking Onsite
Venue Features
Design:

Design architects Deborah Berke Partners created a space that is both historic and contemporary, respecting the character of the 100-year-old former Metropole Hotel, while designing to exhibit the work of living artists. The property’s public and gallery spaces are clean and minimalist with cooler tones and polished concrete floors, while the restaurant offers a warm and lively space with historic mosaic tile floors and copper and wood surfaces, all centered around the custom-built, wood-burning fireplace. Guest rooms, also designed by Deborah Berke Partners, have custom designed furniture and a distinctly residential feel. Throughout the property, details such as original molding and plaster provide glimpses into the historical significance of the building.

Standout venue features:
Room blocks are available for out-of-town guests, with special rates available for groups of 10 or more. 21c is also home to unique amenities. Treat yourself to some pre-event pampering at our rooftop spa overlooking downtown Cincinnati. Custom welcome gifts can be arranged for your guests through the 21c Museum Shop. No reason to rush through your wedding photos – your guests will be occupied exploring the art-filled museum galleries.
Extra perks:
Includes assorted tables, Herman Miller black chairs, black or white linens, fine bone china, flatware, glasses, votive candles, table numbers, custom printed menus, placecards, event signage, lighting scene sets, custom catering by Metropole, experienced event manager, room planning and set-up.
Awards & Notables
Awards, recognitions, or noteworthy achievements associated with the venue.
Voted #1 Hotel in the Midwest Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2014
Food Restaurants, Cafes, Bars, Lounges
This section provides insights into our diverse culinary and social offerings.

Metropole restaurant features dishes cooked in a custom-built, wood-burning hearth, with a menu focused on seasonal ingredients, local purveyors and simple, flavorful preparations. The menu offers a variety of hearth roasted meats, fish, vegetables and grains with a selection of house made charcuterie that changes regularly. Metropole’s innovative cocktail program is conceived with the same care, using seasonality and the restaurant’s hearth as a source of inspiration. The beverage menu also features a well-edited selection of American and international craft brews, bourbon and a smart selection of old and new world wines. Metropole was named one of Bon Appétit​ magazine’s 50 Best New Restaurants and Cincinnati magazine’s #1 Best New Restaurant.

The bar and lounge at Metropole is the perfect place to quench your thirst or grab a casual bite with friends. Choose from a rotating selection of craft beers on tap or explore the bottled beer list to discover a new favorite brew. Prefer to shake things up? The bartenders at Metropole bring new life to craft cocktails with farm fresh ingredients and creative interpretations of classic favorites. Or broaden your horizons with a walk through Metropole’s smart wine list. Want to stick closer to home? Thanks to Metropole’s roots to Louisville and Kentucky Bourbon Country, the spirits menu highlights a number of Kentucky’s finest Bourbons and Ryes.
Celebration Locations
This section outlines the various spaces available within the venue for different types of events.
Main Gallery
Not just another pretty space, this historic gallery is equipped with some serious a/v technology.
Max capacity: 200
Cocktail Terrace
Open seasonally, our rooftop Cocktail Terrace offers stunning views of downtown Cincinnati.
Max capacity: 56
Conference Room
Equipped for video conferencing, the 21c Conference Room offers an interactive SMART Board touchscreen 65” plasma television and table with integrated speakers and power/data ports
Max capacity: 12
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