Great Hotels for Your Nashville Wedding - Part 1
Thursday, March 31, 2011
While urban spaces and farms are often showcased on wedding blogs as personable wedding venues, hotels are still a popular choice for Nashville weddings. For one, hotels are convenient, especially for those out-of-towners or your friends who may end up crashing there when they’re too tuckered out to drive home after the reception. Second, hotels have experience. They’re used to hosting events and you’ll be able to trust logistics. And third, but not last, hotels have a broad range of relationships, from photographers to florists. They may even have suggestions you didn’t know about. So, if you’re looking for the perfect spot for your wedding celebration, here’s a list of some of Nashville’s finest.
Hutton Hotel
Telephone: 615-340-9333
Address: 1808 West End Ave Nashville Tennessee 37203
Website: huttonhotel.com
Nashville’s West End has a reputation. And that reputation includes words like fashionable, lively and full of flair. If you want your wedding to be described in the same way, why not plan for your nuptial home to be at the Hutton? The hotel is just plain hip, with no better words to describe it. Their Grand Ballroom even includes 14-foot windows overlooking downtown Nashville. And let’s not forget their private spa rooms, where you can rest easy before the big day.
Renaissance Nashville Hotel
Telephone: 615-255-8400
615-493-4149
Address: 611 Commerce Street Nashville, TN 37203
Website: renaissancenashville.com
Image by Renaissance Hotel Nashville
Okay, so I will admit my biased opinion of Renaissance Hotel before going any further. My dad is the general manager there, so my whole life it’s been my go-to for a Nashville night. Not to mention, when my sister got married in 2007, she had her reception there. Obviously, this hotel has a bit of a hold on my heartstrings but they really do offer some great options. The location is great, right in the heart of downtown Nashville, connected to the convention center and right around the corner from the Ryman, Bridgestone arena and short walking distance to all the best clubs and restaurants. And I’ve never had a bad meal there. So, when you get the opportunity to use the on-sight catering team, take it! You’ll even be able to customize the menu. And they’re private banquet rooms can host from 25 to 1,500 guests.
Gaylord/Opryland Hotel
Telephone: 615-458-2152
Address: 2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN 37214
E-mail: weddings at gaylordhotels dot com
Website: GaylordHotels.com
Image by Cala Bridal
I’ve already gushed about Gaylord in a previous post, but what the heck, I’ll do it again. It really represents a balance. It’s the ultimate outdoor wedding, with climate control! And you still don’t even have to get married in the Delta Pavilion or Delta Landing, you can use these areas for pictures and have your ceremony/reception in one of their ballrooms.
Hermitage Hotel
Telephone: 615-458-2152
Address: 231 Sixth Avenue North Nashville, Tennessee
Website: thehermitagehotel.com
Image courtesy of DivineImages.net
Image courtesy of the Hermitage Hotel
So, your vision is to have a vintage-inspired, southern classic wedding. You want convenience, good food and a tradition. Well, Hermitage Hotel has all of that. Just go to their website and take a tour of their hotel through past weddings, maybe you’ll even grab some inspiration. Pay close attention to their ballroom, it’s gorgeous and perfect for those brides that want a little piece of the past. And a little extra FYI, it’s the only 5-diamond hotel in the state of Tennessee.
Sheraton Hotel
Telephone: 615-259-2000
Address: 623 Union Street, Nashville, TN 37219
Website: starwoodhotels.com
Image by PhindyStudios.com
Three words are all you need to know: Newly Renovated Ballroom. And check this out - on their site they’re announcing, “Share your wedding day with Sheraton and your honeymoon is on us.” Worth looking into don’t ya think? Also, they’ll work with your vision to create just what you want, including a menu dedicated to your taste buds.
Loews Vanderbilt Hotel
Contact: Erin WIlkinson
Telephone: 615-321-1930
Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Website: LoewsHotels.com
Image by Krista Lee Photography
Normally associated with business travelers, the Loews Vanderbilt Hotel is a great place for weddings with its huge ballroom and impecable service. As promised on their website, their staff is there to help you through every detail of your wedding "from choosing the right engraver to dressing your table with exquisite bouquets."
Image by Divine Images Photography
I'll have more great hotel reception sites next week with Part 2 of my favorite Nashville wedding hotels so do remember to check back. If you decide any of these venues is perfect for you, be sure to let them know you heard about them on Ashley's Bride Guide!
About the Author:
send
Posted on March 31, 2011 |
Filed under: Wedding Venues and Locations
