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Katie Dietrich
Katie Dietrich
Director of Catering

113 years in business

We speak English

Small team (2-10 members)

Amway Grand Plaza is a hotel wedding venue located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This lavish property provides a variety of luxurious event spaces for couples to celebrate their big day. Whether it's a quaint ceremony or a large reception, this hotel can comfortably host the wedding you've always envisioned and deserve.

Facilities and Capacity

Amway Grand Plaza boasts a range of ballrooms each with its own distinct style and atmosphere. The Gerald R. Ford Ballroom is an oval-shaped presidential-esc event space complete with chandeliers, blue and gold carpets, and tray ceilings. This ballroom is great for private ceremonies where you can exchange vows in front of family and close friends. The Imperial Ballroom is split over two levels and oozes class. Featuring wooden ceiling decor, chandeliers, and white pillars. This expansive area makes for unforgettable cocktail hours and receptions. With the use of elegant staircases, you can enter your celebration in style in front of all of your friends and family. Within the Imperial Ballroom, you can enjoy banquets before a night of dancing, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Other event spaces at this hotel include the Ambassador Ballroom, Pantlind Lobby, Lavish Lounge, and more. In addition to this site's countless event areas, there are also accommodations and spa services to make use of during your stay.

Services Offered

Upon booking your special day at this hotel, their events staff will be on-hand to ensure that everything runs smoothly. They can assist you in the complete setup and breakdown of your event, leaving you to focus on more meaningful matters and stay immersed in your magical celebration. There are also a variety of wedding packages available for you to chose from. All collections include a dance floor, staging, head table, tables, chairs, flatware, fine china, table numbers, stations, and more. For further convenience, you can also be proved with an extensive list of preferred vendors. This includes beauty, DJ, photography, videography, event planning, florists, officiant, and more.

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FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$1,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$24

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

House Beer
House Liquor
Limited Bar

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

40

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Historic Building
Hotel
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March

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Reviews of Amway Grand Plaza Hotel

Weddingwire
4.8/5 121 reviews
Google
4.4/5 6732 reviews
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Jeff Sent on 01/12/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Reception

Beautiful venue, Ambassador Ballroom was PERFECT for our reception. The ballroom atrium was perfect for cocktail hour. Service and food and beverage were absolutely fantastic. Would recommend this venue to anyone!!
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Missy Sent on 04/23/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful experience

We highly recommend the Amway Grand Plaza. Our son’s wedding was amazing. The highly professional staff made planning a very enjoyable experience.
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Amber Sent on 10/24/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I used the Amway spa for myself and my bridesmaids on my wedding day. Everyone looked gorgeous and we had a great time. Kimberly is awesome!
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Jennifer Sent on 05/29/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Our wedding ceremony and reception were at the Amway. They came up to our bridal suite to help the 8 of us get ready for the day with airbrush make up and hair. They set up pretty fast and even brought up a speaker to play music while we got ready. I've had mediocre experience with hair/makeup in the past, but the 3 stylists did a phenomenal job on everyone's hair and makeup. Each and every one of us looked our very best and felt gorgeous all day long. I had 2 hair changes during the evening as well due to our traditional Korean ceremony, and they were very accommodating and sent my stylist Cimberly to work on my hair each time. She was absolutely wonderful. It really set the tone for the day and contributed to the calmness I felt all day long!
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Brecken Sent on 05/19/2016
5 out of 5 rating
I had my wedding reception at Amway and since we were staying there we chose the Amway salon for our hair and makeup for the bridal party/family because it was so convenient. When you're staying at Amway, you have the option of going to the Salon or having the Salon come to your room. We had them come to the suite and it was SO easy and convenient. They come prepared - set up the whole salon right in your room and get some fun music on in no time!

For the hair and makeup, the did a phenomenal job. My bridal trial with Brandi went so well that I knew it would be perfect the day of. Brandi had my pinterest page up when I arrived for the trial and we talked through what I liked and what would work best. She is amazing! I couldn't have pictured my hair/makeup any more perfect and they did just as great of a job on my bridesmaids and family. Caitlin (the salon manager) was so helpful with planning and was there the whole day of the wedding helping out and getting us whatever we needed. The team was great. I would recommend to anyone! Convenient and so worth it!
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User2600764 Sent on 05/08/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Amway is so helpful and helps make planning so stress free!! Plus everything they do is exceptional.
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User6812974 Sent on 08/24/2015
5 out of 5 rating
The girls at the Amway Salon did absolutely beautiful wedding makeup applications for me, my mother, and my mother-in-law! Rose and Brandi created gorgeous looks for us and I felt like the best version of myself, and Caitlin ensured that everything went smoothly on the big day. They even came up to our hotel room, and went above and beyond to make everything easy for me. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for wedding makeup and am so happy I chose them!
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User2236267 Sent on 07/21/2015
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I had our wedding reception in the Imperial Ballroom at the Amway Grand this July. Our experience was absolutely phenomenal! The staff has a way of meticulously taking care of even the tiniest details yet they make the whole process easy and relaxed. Alia worked closely with us on the details of our and event and menu. She was incredibly patient, helpful, and thoughtful. I would not have even the tiniest reservation in recommending this venue to any bride!
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Amanda Sent on 10/18/2014
5 out of 5 rating
We could not have had a better experience for our wedding weekend than we did with the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel. I contacted their wedding coordinator, Grace Hill, about 8 months prior to our wedding and she took care of us like it was her own wedding. She was responsive, honest, kind, and so easy to work with. She then assigned me to Katie Dietrich as my catering manager, and she was just as wonderful!

Fast forward a few months.... From the moment my bridesmaids and I walked into our getting-ready suite, we were blown away. The suites on the tower side of the hotel had just been renovated and they were absolutely stunning. Even the helpful valet attendees and bellmen were such a pleasure to work with and would drop anything to help us with our things.

We had our ceremony at our home church in Grand Rapids, but we immediately came back to the hotel for our reception in the Pantlind Ballroom. First and foremost, the room itself emanates an old-world, palace look-and-feel... almost like you are in Versailles, France! The gold-gilded ceilings and mirrored walls just sparkle when the lights are dimmed and you first walk in.

The meal was not only hands-down the best wedding dinner I've ever had, but one of the best meals of all time! The food was warm, perfectly seasoned, and super fresh. Our servers were very attentive and handled our every need. Don't even get me started on that cake.. We had the red velvet cake with cream cheese filling AND a dark chocolate cake with peanut butter ganache filling. It was to DIE for and all of our guests were over the moon.

The weekend was perfect, and I could not have hoped for a better wedding than the one we had. Thank you to every single person involved. I would recommend them to every Bride I meet for their own special day.
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User1927072 Sent on 07/02/2014
5 out of 5 rating
If you are getting married in the West Michigan area, there is no greater beauty than the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel. I knew that when I put down my deposit for the gorgeous Pantlind Ballroom, we were going to be WELL taken care of. Grace was so helpful when giving us the initial tour, and patiently walked us through their normal policies, room block info, etc. She was half the reason we ended up booking the hotel in the first place due to her professionalism, charm, and wedding knowledge. Once we booked, we were handed off to Katie in the catering department. She is just so sweet and attentive - make sure you ask for her! Our tasting came a few months later and we were blown away by how delicious it was. We made a few adjustments to our meal and they were quick to accommodate the revisions. Don't forget about their cake! Hands down best wedding cake I've ever tasted... and I've been to dozens of weddings. Overall, our experience thus far has been phenomenal, and it just makes me more and more excited for our upcoming wedding in September! The Amway Grand Plaza Hotel is the epitome of elegance, old-world beauty, and world-class customer service. Do yourself a favor and book them for your wedding.
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Katie Dietrich
Katie Dietrich
Director of Catering

Professional Network & Endorsements

Pearls Events Pearls Events Wedding Planners

Our team has had the pleasure of working at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel on numerous occasions. Besides the obvious fact that the venue is gorgeous, their team always goes above and beyond for our clients. We love working there because they make our job so easy, and everything always looks fabulous. And the food? Exceptional. Absolutely a wonderful place to plan any sort of celebration!

Paul Retherford Photography Paul Retherford Photography Wedding Photographers

Amway Grand Plaza Hotel is a fabulous location for your Wedding Reception. The high ceilings and decor make for incredible images and this feeling of grandness. Your images will be spectacular and elegant. The staff at Amway Grand is friendly, polite, and professional. I have always had a wonderful time capturing Weddings at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel.

Complete Weddings + Events Grand Rapids Complete Weddings + Events Grand Rapids Wedding DJs

This is a very nice, exclusive facility. They are very helpful and Brides love their staff.

Karyn May Photography
5.0 out of 5 rating , 50 reviews
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4.8 out of 5 rating , 56 reviews
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