Planning a wedding at Hyatt Regency Miami: venues and capacities
Hyatt Regency Miami offers both large ballrooms and a waterfront outdoor Riverwalk for weddings, with event spaces ranging from small meeting rooms up to the Regency Ballroom (11,840 sq ft) and the connected James L. Knight Center for very large gatherings. Ceremony and reception capacities run from about 120–200 for smaller ballrooms (Orchid, Jasmine, Hibiscus, Flagler-Monroe) up to 900–1,000 guests in the Regency Ballroom or James L. Knight Venue; the Riverwalk outdoor terrace supports up to roughly 150–200 people for ceremonies and receptions.
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Quick venue overview
Hyatt Regency Miami has a mix of indoor ballrooms, divisible meeting rooms, and an outdoor waterfront space called the Riverwalk. The hotel advertises more than 100,000 sq ft of total event space across about 40 meeting rooms, with large-capacity ballrooms on the Terrace Level.
For very large events the property connects directly to the James L. Knight Center (a separate conference center/arena), expanding capacity beyond what the hotel ballrooms alone handle.
- Regency Ballroom (Terrace Level) — 11,840 sq ft; up to 900 guests for a wedding reception (1,000 banquet style noted elsewhere for larger set-ups)
- James L. Knight Venue — connected to the hotel; used for galas/keynotes and can seat up to 1,000 for a dinner or many thousands in auditorium mode
- Riverwalk (outdoor) — waterfront terrace for outdoor ceremonies and cocktail receptions (outdoor capacity commonly listed around 150 ceremony / 200 reception)
Rooms and capacities at a glance
Below are the commonly cited capacities for the hotel’s named event rooms and terrace spaces. Capacities vary by seating configuration (banquet, theater, cocktail); the table shows typical banquet/reception or ceremony numbers where specific figures are available.
Event planners should confirm final capacities and layouts with the hotel’s event team because dividing rooms or adding staging can change usable capacities.
| Room / Venue | Typical max (banquet / reception or ceremony) |
|---|---|
| Regency Ballroom | 11,840 sq ft — advertised up to 900 for a wedding reception (also listed as 1,000 banquet in some materials) |
| Jasmine | 4,185 sq ft — commonly used for receptions of about 150–200 guests (up to 350 banquet listed in some meeting layouts) |
| Orchid | Naturally lit river-view ballroom — banquet ~120–150 (Orchid ABC / BCD configurations have different sq ft and capacities) |
| Hibiscus | Smaller meeting room — banquet up to 160 (divisible for smaller groups) |
| Flagler-Monroe | 4,800 sq ft — banquet-style setups around 200 guests |
| Riverwalk (outdoor) | Outdoor terrace — ceremony up to ~150, reception up to ~200 (vendor listings vary) |
| James L. Knight Venue (connected) | Large conference/arena space — used for seated dinners up to ~1,000 or auditorium events for thousands |
Outdoor weddings on the Riverwalk
The Riverwalk is the hotel’s outdoor waterfront venue along the Miami River and is commonly used for ceremonies and cocktail receptions. It provides river and city-skyline views and direct access from the hotel for guests and vendors.
Vendor and local permit requirements, sound restrictions, and set-up times can affect ceremony logistics. The hotel and its planners typically coordinate load-in areas and timing.
- Typical outdoor ceremony capacity: around 150 guests (vendor listings vary).
- Typical outdoor reception/cocktail capacity: up to about 200 guests.
- Great option for sunset ceremonies, but Miami weather and hurricane season (June 1–Nov 30) should be considered when planning.
Catering, menus and in-house dining options
Hyatt Regency Miami provides on-site catering for weddings with South Florida–inspired menus and offers the Riverview Bar & Grill and The Market as dining outlets for guests. The hotel’s wedding team handles custom-catered menus for ballroom and Riverwalk events.
Riverview Bar & Grill serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with waterfront views on the Lobby Level; The Market is a grab-and-go café that can support group needs for quick items and room delivery during events.
- Riverview Bar & Grill — breakfast and dinner service; specific private-event arrangements should be discussed with the hotel (reservations/private party email listed on restaurant materials).
- The Market — grab-and-go items and Market Delivery service to rooms (hours often 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.; delivery 7:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.).
- The hotel advertises custom wedding catering; confirm menu options, dietary accommodations, and plated vs. buffet availability with the catering team.
Guest rooms, room blocks and room types
Hyatt Regency Miami has 615 guest rooms and suites across 24 floors. Typical room types you can request for a wedding room block include: Room, Room, Bathtub, Deluxe Room, Miami Suite (Suite, with Sofa bed), Panoramic Suite, and Suite (VIP).
Children 18 and younger stay free when occupying a parent/guardian’s room using existing bedding; the primary check-in guest must be at least 18 years old. Confirm room-block rates, attrition policies, and early-arrival/late-departure options with the hotel.
- Room — available with 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds.
- Room, Bathtub — 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds (option listed separately in hotel room types).
- Deluxe Room, Miami Suite (Suite, with Sofa bed), Panoramic Suite, Suite (VIP) — higher-capacity/suite options for wedding parties and VIP guests.
Logistics: timing, parking and accessibility
Check-in begins at 4:00 p.m. and check-out is before 11:00 a.m.; early arrivals and late departures are subject to availability and may incur fees. Valet parking is available for a surcharge and the hotel notes parking height restrictions — confirm current parking rates and self-parking options when finalizing plans.
The hotel is connected to the free Metromover system and sits steps from the Miami Riverwalk and James L. Knight Center, making guest transportation around downtown convenient. Accessible entrances, registration, restaurants, restrooms and meeting areas are available, and the pool has a permanent mounted lift.
- Check-in: 4:00 p.m.; Check-out: before 11:00 a.m.
- Valet parking available (surcharge); parking height restrictions apply.
- Connected to Knight Center Metromover station; walkable to Bayside Marketplace and Brickell via the Metromover.
How to book and next steps with Hyatt Regency Miami
Contact the hotel’s event sales or wedding team to request dates, room block availability, and current pricing for venues and catering. Hyatt Regency Miami lists wedding planning services and an in-house events team that coordinates ballroom and Riverwalk celebrations.
If you need 24/7 agent help or independent booking assistance, BookResorts agents can be reached at +1 (888) 605-1350 (this number connects to BookResorts agents, not the hotel). For official venue contracts, final guestroom blocks, and vendor policies, request those documents directly from the hotel.
- Ask for a detailed event sheet showing room dimensions, ceiling heights, and sample seating diagrams for your chosen venue.
- Confirm whether a ceremony rehearsal time, vendor load-in windows, audio/visual support, and insurance or permit requirements apply to Riverwalk or ballroom events.
- Request current wedding/catering menus, bar packages, and a written breakdown of fees (room rental, service charge, taxes, staffing).
