Weddings At The Westin Columbus
Hilton Easton
One of the largest wedding venues in Central Ohio with four ballrooms and up to 800 guests, located steps from Easton Town Center.
Weddings At The
Hilton Columbus At Easton
By DJ Rod of Buckeye Sounds | Columbus Wedding DJ & Founder of WedVenColumbus
The Hilton Columbus At Easton
3900 Chagrin DriveColumbus, Ohio 43219
(614) 414 - 5000
Hilton Easton's Website
Maximum Wedding Size
800 Guests
Ceremony Sites
Multiple ballrooms
Parking
Valet & self
Outside Caterers
No
Hotel Rooms
345 rooms
If your wedding guest list is on the larger side — or if you want the flexibility to accommodate almost any size celebration in one location — the Hilton Columbus At Easton belongs at the top of your list. With four distinct ballrooms, 39,000 square feet of event space, and a location steps from Easton Town Center, this is one of the most versatile and complete wedding venues in Central Ohio. It's also simply one of the nicest hotels in Columbus, which matters a great deal when your out-of-town guests are spending the weekend.
Wedding Receptions At The Hilton Columbus At Easton
The Hilton Columbus At Easton is a seven-story, 345-room upscale hotel featuring a Georgian Revival-style brick exterior with a grand cupola — a stately manor aesthetic that makes an immediate impression on guests arriving for your wedding. The hotel was fully redesigned in 2017, and the renovation touched everything from the guest rooms to the event spaces, resulting in some of the most beautifully appointed ballrooms in the Columbus area.
What makes this venue genuinely special for weddings is the range of room options. Whether you're planning an intimate celebration of 80 or a grand reception of 800, there's a space here that fits without the room feeling either cramped or empty:
The Easton Grand Ballroom — the largest space in the venue and one of the largest wedding reception rooms in all of Central Ohio, accommodating up to 800 guests
The Regent Ballroom — holds up to 300 guests for a seated reception and divides into three smaller spaces, making it ideal for a ceremony in one section and cocktail hour in another
The Juniper Room — a mid-size space seating up to 130 guests, perfect for more intimate receptions with an upscale feel
The Columbus Room — the newest addition, flooded with natural light, seating up to 80 guests for a reception or 125 for a ceremony-style setup
Beyond the four main ballrooms, there are also over 8,000 square feet of additional foyer and pre-function space available for cocktail hours, post-wedding gatherings, or overflow — giving your event genuine room to breathe.
Wedding Ceremonies At The Hilton Columbus At Easton
The variety of ballroom sizes at the Hilton Easton gives you real flexibility for your ceremony setup. The most common approach is to hold the ceremony in the same ballroom as the reception — typically in a theater-style configuration at one end of the room. Guests then move into the expansive foyer areas for cocktail hour while the hotel staff performs the room flip, before everyone returns to the fully reset reception setup.
For couples wanting to separate the two spaces entirely, the Regent Ballroom's ability to divide into three sections makes it particularly well-suited — you can hold an intimate ceremony in one portion while the reception is being set in another, without the two ever overlapping.
The hotel staff at the Hilton Easton is experienced at managing these transitions smoothly, and it shows. The room flip process is one of those things that can cause stress at less experienced venues — here it's routine.
Wedding Pictures At The Hilton Columbus At Easton
The Hilton Easton gives your photographer a strong variety of settings in a compact area.
Inside, the hotel's grand Roman pillars in the main entrance are one of the most dramatic interior photo backdrops of any Columbus hotel venue — you can see them in the hero image at the top of this page. The renovated hallways leading to the ballrooms have excellent natural light from large windows, making them a favorite for bridal party portraits before the ceremony begins.
Outside, the Easton Town Center is steps from the hotel entrance. The fountains, plaza architecture, and landscaped common areas give your photographer a range of urban and outdoor backdrop options within a two-minute walk. For couples who met at Easton, or who just love the area, this proximity is a genuine bonus.
Insider Tips For Your Hilton Easton Wedding
A few things worth knowing before you visit or book:
Don't let the size intimidate you. This is probably the most common misconception about the Hilton Easton. The Juniper Room and the Columbus Room are designed specifically for smaller, more intimate receptions — and they feel appropriately scaled, not like a vast ballroom with too few guests. If your guest count is under 150, one of these rooms may be a better fit than the Grand Ballroom.
The staff tenure matters. The Hilton Easton team has an unusually long average tenure compared to other hotel venues in Columbus. That institutional knowledge shows in how smoothly events run — vendors who work here regularly note that the staff is exceptionally organized and proactive.
The hotel room situation is a genuine advantage. With 345 rooms recently renovated to a high standard, you can comfortably block a meaningful number of rooms for out-of-town guests without worrying about quality or availability.
Easton Town Center is your after-party. Restaurants, bars, and entertainment are all within walking distance of the hotel. Guests who want to continue the evening after the reception ends have excellent options without needing to drive anywhere.
The venue is located at 3900 Chagrin Drive near the I-270 and I-670 interchange, which makes it one of the most accessible hotel wedding venues in the Columbus area for guests coming from any direction.
Wedding Vendors DJ Rod Recommends For Your Columbus Wedding
After years of performing at the Westin Columbus, these are the wedding professionals I've seen deliver exceptional results:
📸 Photography Nicole Dixon Photographic — Warm, documentary-style wedding photography capturing real moments.
🎂 Wedding Cakes The Cake Studio — Custom wedding cakes built around your vision.
👔 Formalwear Romanoff's Classic Tuxedos — Columbus's go-to tuxedo shop for over 40 years.
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Hilton Columbus At Easton Wedding FAQs
How many guests can the Hilton Columbus At Easton accommodate for a wedding? The Easton Grand Ballroom accommodates up to 800 guests — one of the largest capacities of any wedding venue in Central Ohio. Smaller ballrooms accommodate 300, 130, and 80 guests respectively.
What ballrooms are available for weddings at the Hilton Easton? Four ballrooms: the Easton Grand Ballroom (800 guests), the Regent Ballroom (300 guests, divisible), the Juniper Room (130 guests), and the Columbus Room (80 reception / 125 ceremony).
Can you have a ceremony and reception at the Hilton Columbus At Easton? Yes. Ceremonies are commonly held in the same ballroom as the reception, with guests moving to foyer areas for cocktail hour during the room flip. The Regent Ballroom's divisible layout also allows separate ceremony and reception spaces.
Does the Hilton Easton allow outside caterers? No. Catering is provided in-house by the hotel's culinary team.
How many hotel rooms does the Hilton Easton have? 345 rooms. Room blocks at preferred rates are available for wedding guests.
What makes the Hilton Easton unique compared to other Columbus hotel wedding venues? The combination of four distinctly sized ballrooms under one roof — from intimate 80-guest spaces to an 800-guest grand ballroom — plus a premier location steps from Easton Town Center makes the Hilton Easton the most versatile hotel wedding venue in Central Ohio.
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Westin Columbus
The historic McKinley Ballroom features stained glass, marble floors, and soaring ceilings in downtown Columbus — up to 300 guests, one wedding at a time.
Westin Columbus Weddings
By DJ Rod of Buckeye Sounds | Columbus Wedding DJ & Founder of WedVenColumbus
The Westin Great Southern Columbus
310 South High Street
Columbus OH 43215
(614) 228-3800
👥 Up to 300 guests
💒 Ceremony on-site: Yes
🚗 Valet & garage parking
🚫 Outside caterers: Not permitted
🏨 189 hotel rooms available
Westin Columbus – Elegant Downtown Wedding Venue
A Historic Ballroom for Timeless Celebrations
If you’re dreaming of a luxurious downtown Columbus wedding, the Westin Great Southern Columbus offers one of the most breathtaking ballrooms in Central Ohio and maybe the entire state. Known as the McKinley Ballroom, this historic space blends timeless architecture with modern amenities for a truly unforgettable reception.
Located in the heart of downtown Columbus, the Westin is perfect for couples who want convenience, elegance, and a guest experience they’ll never forget.
Why Couples Love Weddings at the Westin Columbus
The McKinley Ballroom is a showstopper — stained glass windows, floor-to-ceiling mirrors, Carrera white marble floors, and soaring ceilings create an atmosphere that needs minimal extra décor. Natural light floods the room during the day, while soft evening lighting adds a romantic glow at night.
The ballroom can hold up to 300 guests for your reception. Today this classy and elegant ballroom is used to create absolutely magical wedding ceremonies and receptions for Central Ohio couples!
Its timeless decor features stunning original stained glass, lots of natural lighting, magnificent floor to ceiling mirrors and windows, and Carrera white marble floors.
Having your reception at a hotel offers many conveniences. After your incredible reception, the new couple can retire to your complimentary wedding night suite. Your family and wedding guests from out of town may also enjoy the advantage of preferred guest room rates for the evening.
If you are looking for a beautiful and elegant ballroom for your reception, you simply must visit the Westin Columbus. The staff at this venue is also among the best in Central Ohio.
Wedding Ceremonies At The Westin Columbus
Don’t think for a minute that you can only use this beautiful ballroom just for your reception! The Westin Downtown Columbus can provide everything that you need for your wedding day in-house. In addition to the ultimate reception, you will also have the option of having a beautiful ceremony in the Grand Ballroom or the more intimate Seneca Room.
So if you are considering having your reception and ceremony at the Westin, here is what typically happens.
The ceremony space will be in two-thirds of the ballroom. Your actual ceremony will occur at the front of the ballroom - ie the High Street side of the ballroom.
There is a large section of white draping that the bride and bridesmaids ‘hide behind’. Not only does this hide part of the room from view, but it also makes for a dramatic entrance.
Once the ceremony is completed, your guests will go out to the lobby for the cocktail hour. While this is happening, the staff will begin to change the ballroom over for your reception. During this time the wedding party is often getting pictures taken.
Your guests will then come back into the ballroom for the reception where you can be assured of having a wonderful time for your family and guests.
Picture-Perfect Moments At The Westin Columbus
Photographers (of course brides and grooms) love this venue for its architectural beauty and natural light. Some of the most striking shots include couples framed by stained glass, reflected in the ballroom’s mirrors, or enjoying quiet moments on the grand staircase.
More Insider Tips For Receptions At The Westin Columbus
So if you’re not too tired to hear this for the 100th time on this post, the ballroom is really beautiful. You typically don’t have to do too much extra decor in this ballroom, which is really nice bonus. Having said that, lets start off with some decor thoughts.
On the floral side, tall centerpieces work very well in this room with its very high ceilings.
We see a lot of soft pastel colors being used in the ballroom. But don’t be afraid of using a bolder and perhaps a bit darker color to make your reception stand apart.
If you are considering having decor lighting for your reception, the columns in the ballroom are the perfect focal point. This can really enhance the look of the ballroom.
Finally, here are some thoughts about the actual hotel from the point of view of you and your guests.
The actual hotel rooms are unique too. Most hotel rooms are all the same design - very basic. But the Westin is so unique that there is a wide difference in some of the rooms. Some of smaller and actually quite quaint. But others (especially the corner rooms) can be very large.
Another nice thing about this venue is that they usually only have one wedding happening at any given time. That means you can almost always be assured of having their full attention. For Saturday weddings, there are typically two time periods available. You can have the ballroom from noon - 5PM or from 7PM- Midnight. You can of course get the ballroom for the entire day.
Wedding Vendors DJ Rod Recommends For Your Columbus Wedding
After years of performing at the Westin Columbus, these are the wedding professionals I've seen deliver exceptional results:
📸 Photography Nicole Dixon Photographic — Warm, documentary-style wedding photography capturing real moments.
🎂 Wedding Cakes The Cake Studio — Custom wedding cakes built around your vision.
👔 Formalwear Romanoff's Classic Tuxedos — Columbus's go-to tuxedo shop for over 40 years.
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See real wedding receptions at the Westin Great Southern Columbus
Westin Great Southern Columbus Wedding FAQs
How many guests can Westin Great Southern Columbus accommodate for a wedding?
The Westin Great Southern Columbus accommodates up to 300 guests for a wedding reception in the McKinley Ballroom. The room includes a generous dance floor and can be configured for both ceremony and reception in the same space.
Can you have both a ceremony and reception at Westin Great Southern Columbus?
Yes. Both the ceremony and reception take place in the McKinley Ballroom. The ceremony is typically set up in two-thirds of the room, with guests moving to the lobby for cocktail hour while the staff resets the space for the reception..
Does Westin Great Southern Columbus allow outside caterers?
No. Catering is provided exclusively in-house by the Westin's culinary team. The hotel's catering staff is experienced at large events and handles everything from plated dinners to cocktail-style receptions.
What is parking like at Westin Great Southern Columbus for wedding guests?
The Westin offers valet parking for wedding guests. There is also a large public parking garage directly across the street making parking convenient even for larger weddings.
What makes Westin Great Southern Columbus unique compared to other Columbus wedding venues?
The McKinley Ballroom is in a category by itself among Central Ohio wedding venues. The combination of original stained glass windows, Carrera marble floors, floor-to-ceiling mirrors, and soaring ceilings creates an atmosphere that requires minimal additional decoration — the room is simply that beautiful. Add in the downtown location, 189 hotel rooms for out-of-town guests, and a one-wedding-at-a-time policy, and the Westin delivers an experience few Columbus venues can match.
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Also Consider These Downtown Columbus Hotel Venues
Looking at other Columbus hotel venues? These are worth a visit.
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Multiple ballroom options in a prime downtown Columbus location near the Short North, accommodating weddings of almost any size.
Weddings At The
Hilton Columbus Downtown
By DJ Rod of Buckeye Sounds | Columbus Wedding DJ & Founder of WedVenColumbus
With a brand new addition of both hotel rooms and banquet space, the Hilton Columbus Downtown is now the LARGEST hotel in the state of Ohio. So if a great downtown location with elegance are high on your priority list, you HAVE to consider the Hilton Columbus Downtown for your wedding celebration.
The Hilton Columbus Downtown
401 N High StColumbus, OH 43215
(614) 384-8600
Maximum Wedding Size
1000 Guests
Ceremony Sites
Several ballrooms
Parking
Valet & garage
Outside Caterers
No
Hotel Rooms
532 rooms
An Overview Of The Hilton Columbus Downtown For Your Wedding Reception
This downtown hotel is one of the largest in Central Ohio and is fantastic for wedding receptions.
The Hilton Columbus Downtown has one of the largest ballroom in Central Ohio - the George Bellows Grand Ballroom that can easily over hold 500+ guests. This ballroom has VERY beautiful chandeliers that give an elegant feeling.
There is a large foyer for your guests to enjoy a cocktail hour. You can set your bars in this spacious area which makes a really nice cocktail hour.
But don’t think this venue is JUST for large receptions. The Hilton Columbus Downtown has two Junior Ballrooms, both can accommodate up to 120 guests.
These smaller ballrooms make good places for the wedding ceremony. With floor-to-ceiling windows, the natural lighting in either option is great. Plus, you and your guests get wonderful views of Columbus.
Consider this venue if you have guests who are coming a few days early or who are staying around for a few extra days after your wedding. Your guests will love this venue’s location. Its in the very heart of downtown Columbus which gives your guest them plenty of options for things to do! There are many dining and entertainment venues within walking distance.
Preferred Wedding Vendors At The Hilton Columbus Downtown
Wedding Ceremonies At The Hilton Columbus Downtown
With several different ballrooms to choose from, you can have your ceremony at different locations.
Most ceremonies will happen in one of the smaller ballrooms so that the large ballroom can be set for the reception. This makes it really easy for your guests to move from the ceremony ballroom into the cocktail foyer and then into the main ballroom for your reception
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Wedding Pictures At The Hilton Columbus Downtown
The Hilton Columbus Downtown has many great photo opportunities! While its true that there are lots of great locations in downtown Columbus, two of the most photographed locations are in this Hilton.
The skybridge that connects to the convention center provides one of our favorite places for wedding photos. The natural light and gorgeous beams provide a beautiful backdrop. Some of the most beautiful photos on the skybridge are those where the couple's reflection can be seen in the windows.
The venue's unique spiral staircase is another photo opportunity you won't want to miss. The artistic symmetry of the stairs gives you a very unique area for pictures. This is also a great spot for a bride to show off her dress.
Finally, the ballrooms themselves are ideal wedding photography locations. Whether you and your guests are enjoying a great meal, or you are having a great time dancing, you are sure to love your photos from your ballroom wedding.
Unique Insight For Your Wedding Day At The Hilton Columbus Downtown
So the Hilton Columbus Downtown has recently doubled the number of hotel rooms. But they have also recently re-done ALL the older rooms. Your guests will really enjoy these new and modern hotel rooms.
But don’t think this is just for large wedding reception. This venue can handle almost ANY size reception.
Another addition will be the new rooftop bar in the new addition. It will be the highest rooftop bar in the city and will have incredible views of downtown. This will be a lot of fun for your post-reception party and it will be very easy to access.
As you have seen from the pictures, there are two very popular areas on the hotel grounds to take pictures. The first is the walk way over High Street that goes between the hotel and the Columbus Convention Center. You will always see VERY cool pictures from couples posing there. The other is the large circular staircase. You can get all sort of great shots posing around it, and as you can see from the pictures on this site you can even pose around the stairs.
Not only is the hotel itself beautiful and new, it is modern and does not look like everyone else's standard ballroom.
They have a honeymoon suite and a hospitality suite for weddings which is a big plus.
You also have one of the finest staffs in Central Ohio working at this beautiful venue.
The Short North with all the great after-party locations can be walked to, or a short Uber ride.
Renaissance Westerville Hotel
A modern upscale hotel in the Polaris area with easy I-270 access, ideal for couples whose guests are coming from across the north Columbus suburbs.
Weddings At The
Renaissance Westerville-Polaris Hotel
By DJ Rod of Buckeye Sounds | Columbus Wedding DJ & Founder of WedVenColumbus
This new venue makes it easy for you to bring in a lot of out-of-town guests into a beautiful new hotel situated in a really nice area of Westerville / Polaris area.
The Renaissance Westerville-Polaris Hotel
409 Altair PkwyWesterville, Ohio 43082
(614) 882-6800
Venue Website
Maximum Wedding Size
700 Guests
Ceremony Sites
Several ballrooms
Parking
Valet & free parking
Outside Caterers
No
Hotel Rooms
214 rooms
Renaissance Westerville-Polaris Hotel Wedding Receptions
The Renaissance Westerville offers guests views of the adjacent lake through floor-to-ceiling windows, as well as nature-inspired finishes, outdoor areas with firepits, a walking path and seating along a spacious patio that extends across the back of the hotel.
Embrace the modern lake house feel, surrounded by natural light, and the picturesque beauty of our flexible outdoor ceremony space, a perfect place for wedding day photos
Preferred Wedding Vendors At The Renaissance Westerville-Polaris Hotel
Wedding Ceremonies At The Renaissance Westerville-Polaris Hotel
One of the most popular options for the ceremony is to have it on the backside of the hotel by the large pond. It gives you a very unique feel of the green grass, the cool of the pond, and yet having the hotel next to you.
Wedding Pictures At The Renaissance Westerville-Polaris Hotel
You have great options for pictures, either inside or outside. Start off with the large pond area behind the pool.
And the inside of the building also offers several different spots to have great pictures. You have floor to ceiling windows overlooking the rear of the property.
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Insider Tips For The Renaissance Westerville-Polaris Hotel
This hotel is in a newer area of Westerville / Polaris. Its really easy for your out of town guests to access and then of course if gives them a great (new) hotel room to stay in. Its a total win-win.
The brand new Top Golf is very close by which makes for either a great after party or rehearsal party.
There is a wide selection of great restaurants for your guests to enjoy at the Polaris area.
Renaissance Columbus
A large downtown Columbus ballroom combined with a rooftop terrace overlooking Capitol Square — a beautiful indoor and outdoor combination.
Weddings At The
Renaissance Columbus
By DJ Rod of Buckeye Sounds | Columbus Wedding DJ & Founder of WedVenColumbus
With the Renaissance Columbus you have one of the largest ballroom in Central Ohio, and also have a rooftop patio that can be used for cocktail hour or even your ceremony.
The Renaissance Columbus
50 N 3rd StreetColumbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 228-5050
Venue Website
Maximum Wedding Size
750 Guests
Ceremony Sites
Rooftop patio and ballrooms
Parking
Valet and street
Hotel Rooms
376 rooms
Renaissance Columbus Wedding Receptions
This venue is a premier downtown hotel with so many unique options for wedding receptions.
The ballroom is one of the best and largest in Central Ohio. You have very high ceilings and very beautiful chandeliers. Also some very unique full lengths mirrors that ring the ballroom.
They have a very large foyer surrounding the ballroom. This is a great place to have your cocktail hour. They can put a bar out there which is great for your guests to enjoy.
You have the great location being in the heart of downtown Columbus. Its close to many things that your guests will enjoy.
Preferred Wedding Vendors At The Renaissance Columbus
Wedding Ceremonies At The Renaissance Columbus
The pool deck provides a breathtaking view of the downtown for your ceremony. Its quite spacious and lends itself to ceremonies.
But if thats not an option to you on your wedding day, there is enough space in the ballroom to easily handle your ceremony. They can often split the ballroom up into smaller sections for your ceremony. Then have your guests move into the foyer for the cocktail hour.
Wedding Pictures At The Renaissance Columbus
You can get some amazing pictures on the rooftop terrace. Even if you don’t have your ceremony out there we would highly suggest you get some wedding party pictures out there if the weather is good.
As you can see from the pictures here, the rooftop and pool area are very popular places to get pictures taken. These can be some of the best pictures you can get with your wedding party on your special day.
One of the big advantage of this venue is the downtown location which allows you to easily get some pictures in that immediate area. So you can get to the Ohio Statehouse if you’d want because its a short walk. You can also take a short ride across the river to get some skyline shots.
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Inside Information About At The Renaissance Columbus
Consider decor lighting / uplighting fixtures for this ballroom. They look really great here and will make your reception really stand out.
Your guests will like the central location and the awesome hotel bar. You will often see after-parties continued in the bar after a rehearsal dinner or wedding reception. There are also several other downtown bars within walking distance.
Outside of the bar scene, your guests can enjoy visiting the State House and walking along the river.
The hotel has wonderful Presidential Suites. It is big enough for several people to get ready in.
Marriott Columbus OSU
A sleek modern hotel with a beautiful ballroom on the edge of Ohio State campus — the natural choice for Buckeye couples and their guests.
Weddings At The
Marriott Columbus OSU
By DJ Rod of Buckeye Sounds | Columbus Wedding DJ & Founder of WedVenColumbus
Brand new hotel provides the perfect hub for your in-town and out-of-town guests to enjoy your wedding but also Central Ohio.
The Marriott Columbus OSU
3100 Olentangy River RoadColumbus, Ohio 43202
(614) 447 - 9777
Venue Website
Maximum Wedding Size
500 Guests
Ceremony Sites
Ballrooms
Parking
Free & valet
Hotel Rooms
235 rooms
Marriott Columbus OSU Wedding Receptions
This venue also offers a large ballroom and several unique places for pre or post receptions gatherings. Because of this, the Marriott Columbus University Area can accommodate any style and almost any size of wedding.
The ballroom is of course brand new and beautiful. The new ballroom has mostly neutral colors but has a modern flair with the chrome circular lighting.
There are some very nice outside patios and fire pit areas that could be great for a cocktail hour. Have your entertainment set a speaker out there so that you guests can enjoy some music in a cool setting.
Preferred Wedding Vendors At The Marriott Columbus OSU
Wedding Ceremonies At The Marriott Columbus OSU
With such a new hotel you know there are going to be lots of options for you to host your ceremony in addition to your reception. And the staff at this venue makes it really easy for you to do just that!
This hotel does offer a nice outside courtyard for your ceremony. It makes for a quick and easy transition to the ballroom for your reception.
You can hold your ceremony in the ballroom. Your guests can then move into the foyer for the cocktail hour while the staff re-sets the room for your reception.
Or you can have your ceremony in one of the smaller rooms. When these rooms are set up for ceremony seating you will find that they can hold quite a few people.
Wedding Pictures At The Marriott Columbus OSU
The hotel is only 5 minutes from the OSU campus, so if you want to get wedding pictures on the campus, this venue really makes it easy for you to do that!
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More Tips For Marriott Columbus OSU Wedding Receptions
Having a reception during a home football weekend might be crowded at times, but if you want to combine OSU football with your reception, this would probably be the best venue for that. You are close enough to the campus, while still being away from it.
If the weather is nice, consider having your reception outside. This venue has a cool patio area that is perfect for ceremonies.
One of the really unique things for this new venue is the the hotel, and its salt water pool. I am not sure of how many salt water pools there are in Central Ohio.
Blackwell Inn
A sophisticated boutique hotel on the Ohio State campus with a refined contemporary feel, ideal for smaller to mid-size weddings with a Buckeye connection.
Weddings At The
Blackwell Inn
By DJ Rod of Buckeye Sounds | Columbus Wedding DJ & Founder of WedVenColumbus
The Blackwell Inn is the only hotel on the grounds of the Ohio State University campus. Its classic and modern touches makes it a wonderful venue for Buckeye fans.
The Blackwell Inn
2110 Tuttle Park PlaceColumbus, OH 43210
(614) 247 - 4000
Venue Website
Maximum Wedding Size
300 Guests
Ceremony Sites
Inside and outside
Parking
Valet & Garage
Outside Caterers
No
Hotel Rooms
151 rooms
Blackwell Inn Wedding Receptions
With its premier location, The Blackwell Inn makes it easy for your guests to enjoy the comforts of a hotel along with excitement and beauty of the OSU campus. You and your guest will absolutely love having your ceremony, reception, and hotel block all in the same place. This is a HUGE perk for this venue.
Hold weddings of all sizes indoors or outdoors, including intimate gatherings and large receptions for up to 275 guests in the ballroom.
However The Blackwell Inn can do even more! You can have an outdoor tent wedding reception here. There is a large patio area just behind the hotel. Its often used for a cool outdoor cocktail hour, but a tent can be placed there.
The Blackwell is a beautiful venue and it give you a really fun area around it to scheduled a break for pictures while your guests have the opportunity to explore the campus area close by.
Preferred Wedding Vendors At The Blackwell Inn
Wedding Ceremonies At The Blackwell Inn
Of course you can have your ceremony in the beautiful ballroom. Your guests will then move to foyer while the staff re-sets for your reception. This is a very nice option.
But you can also have your ceremony outside on the patio that is behind the hotel. This gives you the best of both worlds, a wonderful outside ceremony and then a fun reception in the ballroom.
Wedding Pictures At The Blackwell Inn
Another big bonus for this venue is that you can take wedding photos with the Ohio stadium in the background, or get a shot of the wedding party posing on the OSU oval. Basically any OSU campus picture is just a short walk from the venue.
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More Information About At The Blackwell Inn Weddings
So you would think that this wouldn’t have to be mentioned if you are even somewhat familiar with the location….but this venue NOT available for home OSU football weekends. LOL.
If its available, make sure you get the presidential suite. It is complimentary the night of the wedding, as long as it is available. If you also reserved it the night before your reception it will also give the wedding party a place to get ready the day of the wedding. Once again its these sort of items that makes things easier for you and your wedding party.
There's a range of places for people to hang out while still being part of your reception. You have the ballroom of course, the patio out back, the large foyer, and even the bar area with nice couches. Because there is so much room and different options, the Blackwell Inn is perfect for accommodating hors d'oeuvres/cocktail hour, outdoor area for guests to mingle and the ballroom to celebrate.
Sheraton Capital Square
Steps from the Ohio Statehouse in the heart of downtown Columbus, with flexible event spaces and easy access to nearby hotels and entertainment.
Weddings At The Sheraton Capital Square
By DJ Rod of Buckeye Sounds | Columbus Wedding DJ & Founder of WedVenColumbus
The Sheraton Capital Square is a very unique hotel wedding venue situated in the very heart of downtown Columbus that offers couples surprises that aren’t too well known!
The Sheraton Capital Square
75 E State StreetColumbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 228 - 1234
Venue Website
Maximum Wedding Size
400 Guests
Ceremony Sites
Various ballroomms
Parking
Valet & garage
Hotel Rooms
500 rooms
Outside Caterers
No
Sheraton Capital Square Wedding Receptions
The Sheraton has one of the larger hotel ballrooms in Central Ohio - the Governor’s Ballroom which is located on the second floor.
Just outside this ballroom is a large and nice foyer for your cocktail hour. You can have a grand piano and a large bar in this area for your guests to enjoyu.
The ballroom is quite large as it can hold up to 400 guests. It really is one of the larger ballrooms in Central Ohio.
If you can add some decor lighting the ballroom looks even better.
But don’t think this venue can only hold large weddings. There are several other ballrooms that can easily handle a smaller crowd. These ballrooms are located on the first floor.
The hotel is located in a premier spot in downtown Columbus. It’s across the street from the Ohio Statehouse and The Capital Square. Your guests will be a short uber to the great restaurants and bars in the short north and the arena district.
Preferred Wedding Vendors At The Sheraton Capital Square
Wedding Ceremonies At The Sheraton Capital Square
You might assume that since this hotel is located in the middle of downtown Columbus that there isn’t any outdoor spaces for your ceremony.
You would be mistaken.
The Sheridan has the the outside Derby Court which is facing the Ohio Statehouse. Despite being on a downtown street, it gives you a good amount of privacy. This area also makes for a nice cocktail area.
This makes for some great pictures of the statehouse in the background.
Wedding Pictures At The Sheraton Capital Square
With the great downtown location you can easily get some great pictures.
As mentioned already, the Ohio Statehouse is right across the street. Pictures will be impressive both inside and outside.
Another location is the original post office, which is now a law office, just across the street from the main entrance. This building has an impressive facade for pictures.
The last great location isn’t as well known. On the 20th floor there is a small outdoor patio that overlooks the statehouse. You can get some cool pictures of the two of you looking down over the Capital Square.
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The Presidential Suites up on the top floor of the hotel are one of the largest in the city and have the most incredible view of the downtown capital square area.
The rooftop patio photo is a total surprise for this location. The view was amazing and it just a great setting. You can even have a small welcome party up there.
Its super easy so get to some great picture locations without having to drive anywhere.