Every year on July Fourth, many businesses, public and government offices, and financial markets across the country close in favor of barbecues, parades, family events, parties and—of course—fireworks to celebrate the founding of the United States.
Not so for hotels and resorts, which stay open to welcome revelers. Many celebrate the occasion with on-property events, as well as July Fourth packages and summer promotions that extend later into the year—so it’s a perfect time for planners to book venues ahead of their next event. Here are a handful of venues with July Fourth packages worth celebrating.
Charleston, South Carolina: HarbourView Inn
HarbourView Inn is hosting a pre-fireworks party with live music and libations July Fourth on the city’s only private waterfront rooftop. Those who book select dates get 15 percent off accommodations and two complimentary drinks at the rooftop bar. The waterfront property offers six meeting rooms of varying sizes and the option to buy out all 52 guest rooms.
A host of complimentary treats and amenities are available for groups, such as breakfast anywhere in the hotel, including the rooftop; bicycles and fitness facility use; and a wine and cheese reception.
Miami: Sole Miami
Sole Miami invites planners and attendees to meet in its oceanfront and city-view rooms, with a total of 6,500 sq. ft. of space. The resort also offers a private beachfront and an oceanside swimming pool for those who prefer to meet outdoors. Located on the “Florida Riviera”—renowned for sunsets, dance clubs and shopping—Sole Miami is ideal for offsites, “bizcations” and “bleisure” trips, as well as meetings and conferences.
The resort is hosting a beach barbecue with hamburgers, hot dogs, buckets of beer, happy hour cocktails and entertainment on July 4. Meeting packages include options such as complimentary room upgrades, VIP amenities, food and beverage or audiovisual credits, and complimentary drinks. Planners can perk up with gift card incentives.
Playa del Carmen, Mexico: Hilton Playa del Carmen
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Hilton Playa del Carmen in the Riviera Maya is offering exclusive meetings and events packages, including one complimentary room, one complimentary staff room, one room upgrade and one VIP amenity for every 35 rooms booked through Dec. 31. With more than 6,800 sq. ft. of event space, groups of up to 700 can enjoy complimentary amenities, along with the benefits of an all-inclusive resort.
The property is celebrating the Fourth with themed cocktails, an all-American style barbecue, festive costumes (such as the Statue of Liberty) and a nightly banquet with live entertainment and fireworks.
San Diego: Hotel del Coronado
For its 130th anniversary, Hotel del Coronado is offering special rates, along with its Fourth of July package and other offers. Planners can expect room discounts, a $130 resort credit for a two-night stay (or $260 for a four-night stay) and complimentary tickets to the resort’s beach party, featuring live music, fire pits and fireworks on July 1.
On July 4, guests can catch Coronado Island’s fireworks display from the bay side of the property. The resort provides a range of meeting options for groups, with 65,000 sq. ft. of indoor, outdoor and oceanfront meeting space—including a private beach.
Washington, D.C.: The Jefferson Hotel, Washington, D.C.
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If you’re planning a meeting in Washington, D.C., between now and Dec. 31, The Jefferson, Hotel, Washington D.C. is rolling out the red carpet to groups with offers such as 20 percent off bookings and $100 credit for booking an executive or deluxe suite; a 50 percent discount on meeting rooms; $100 food and beverage credit for planners; and complimentary meeting amenities.
The Jefferson provides a number of distinctive meeting rooms: The Parlor, which accommodates up to 60 people; The Book Room, a 500 sq. ft. space (with a lounge) that can seat 30 without furniture and 15 seated with furniture; The Gallatin Room, which can accommodate 46 seated and 80 standing, and the Private Cellar, an intimate space for up to 22 with walls lined with bottles of wine.
