Best Western PLUS Longbranch Hotel & Convention Center is a wedding venue located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Founded by husband and wife, Vince and Mary Ellen DeLong in 1968 and continued to be a family-owned and operated establishment. Today, the DeLongs are happy to continue to provide the community with a local entertainment space and high-quality customer service on their milestone occasions.

Facilities and Capacity

Longbranch Weddings offers couples an elegant atmosphere to celebrate their special days. Whether you're hosting an intimate gathering or a celebration with 300 guests, the venue is happy to accommodate you! With 13 event spaces for you to choose from, we're sure to have something to meet your needs. Whether you wish to celebrate a grand gala affair or an intimate micro-wedding with close friends and family, our venue has the flexibility to serve events of all sizes. The Grand Ballroom offers a classic style, with light color schemes and eye-catching wall moldings, creating a sense of romance. Crystal chandeliers hang throughout, adding that final touch of elegance to your event. You can choose to exchange vows at our beautiful new outdoor ceremony space or one of the smaller event spaces before moving to our Grand Ballroom to celebrate your reception. Our brand new outdoor ceremony site boasts romance with a picturesque scene of dreamy 200+-year-old oaks. Our built-in guest seating and wrap-around entry make for a fluid and stressful ceremony experience. At the end of your event, your attendees can retire to one of many comfortable and well-furnished guest rooms complete with all the necessities of home.

Services Offered

Best Western PLUS Longbranch Hotel & Convention Center can host events with up to 300 guests. With over 1,000 weddings served, its staff is excited to welcome you to the venue and ready to provide you with everything you need. You can work closely with the banquet team to create a party whose memories will last a lifetime. We offer services such as setup and cleanup assistance and access to rentals, including furniture and audiovisual equipment. Thanks to the in-house catering team, you can expect a wedding meal that will thrill your foodie friends.