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Fairmont Château Laurier

DRAWING ROOM

Why choose Fairmont Château Laurier?

  • Legendary Ottawa Destination

    <p>We've proudly hosted Ottawa's most distinctive gatherings. For over a century, great food, beverage and exemplary service has been essential to our offering. Our Event Sales &amp; Services Managers look forward to working with you to create a distinctive and memorable experience.</p>

  • Inspired menus for your guests

    <p>Elevate your event with thoughtfully curated menus created by Executive Chef David De Bernardi and his award-winning culinary team. From fresh, seasonal ingredients to a menu designed with variety and flexibility in mind, every dish is tailored to impress and perfectly suited to your event’s unique style.</p>

  • Seamless Event Experience

    <p>Fairmont Château Laurier offers meeting and social planners a set of online tools, at no cost. We are able to customize an event booking website just for you, you can send out a reservation campaign to invite your guests to reserve rooms. Your guests can enjoy the convenience of booking online in your contracted block any time of the day.</p>

Frequently Asked Questions

Meetings, presentations, receptions, galas and special occasions are all about communication. From amplifying the human voice to providing a romantic soundtrack to underscore precious moments, Fairmont understands the key role that technology plays in communication.

To better meet our guests’ technology needs, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Encore, the certified leader in the conference service field, to offer the finest technology, creative expertise and quality assurance necessary to take your meetings to the next level.

Exclusive to Fairmont, Encore offers Event Technology Concierge Service, which brings a new level of technical coordination and expertise. This service ensures continuity and consistency – from initial planning to execution to closure – through a single point of contact for bright ideas, smart technology and successful meeting solutions.

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  • ADAM ROOM

    Known as the &quot;Wedgwood&quot; or &quot;Oval&quot; Room, the Adam Room is named after British architect Robert Adam, famed for this 18th-century style. Its sculpted ceiling and unique oval shape create a breathtaking setting, enhanced by a grand entrance platform, offering a truly luxurious and elegant space for special occasions.

  • BALLROOM

    Step into timeless elegance in Fairmont Château Laurier’s original 1912 Ballroom—a stunning venue that captures the grandeur of a castle. Showcasing Renaissance-style architecture, soaring 18-foot ceilings, and three magnificent crystal chandeliers, this historic ballroom has welcomed royalty, including Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Diana. Expansive windows and mirrored walls fill the space with natural light, creating a bright and majestic atmosphere ideal for weddings, meetings, and social events.

  • LAURIER ROOM

    The Laurier Room impresses with an 18-foot coffered ceiling adorned with sparkling chandeliers, elegant wall sconces, and stately Roman columns. Rich cream and burgundy tones lend the space a sense of warmth and classic sophistication. Large windows invite an abundance of natural light, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere ideal for weddings, galas, and special celebrations.

  • DRAWING ROOM

    The Drawing Room blends formal elegance with subtle grandeur, featuring classic décor, a spacious private foyer, and abundant natural light. Its refined atmosphere provides a memorable setting for intimate celebrations, receptions, or distinguished events.

  • 1912

    Nestled in the heart of Ottawa’s historic Fairmont Château Laurier, 1912 is a clandestine speakeasy that channels the glamour and intrigue of a bygone era. Named after the year the Château opened its doors, 1912 is more than a space—it’s an experience. This intimate bar is a haven for craft cocktail lovers and culture seekers like, offering a thoughtful blend of historic charm and modern sophistication.

  • GATINEAU ROOM

    Located on the first floor, the Gatineau Suite is perfectly suited for boardroom meetings of up to 10 guests and can accommodate up to 40 in a theatre-style setup. It also connects seamlessly to the Quebec Suite Foyer, offering the flexibility to expand the space for receptions, meal functions, or breakout sessions.