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33 years in business

We speak English and Spanish

Large team (21+ members)

Riverview Inn & Suites, Ascend Hotel Collection is one of Rockford’s premier wedding venues — and the largest banquet hall property in the area! Located right here in Rockford, Illinois, our recently refurbished spaces combine modern amenities with elegant design, creating the perfect backdrop for your big day.

Facilities & Capacity

Whether you’re dreaming of an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, we have a space to match your vision. Our indoor and outdoor venues are perfect for ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, and everything in between.

You can choose from stunning spaces like the Amphitheatre, Grand Ballroom, Renaissance Ballroom, Vanderbilt 1, 2, and 3, or the Vanderbilt Ballroom. Each room features beautiful crystal chandeliers, cozy fireplaces, plush carpeting, and plenty of space for dining and dancing. Many of our ballrooms also open onto a large deck overlooking the water — a perfect setting for cocktail hour or sunset photos.

Planning something spectacular? We can accommodate celebrations of up to 1,200 guests, and multiple rooms can be combined to bring your vision to life.

At the end of the night, you and your guests can simply head upstairs to relax in our comfortable on-site accommodations, including spacious bi-level suites with separate seating areas — ideal for getting ready or unwinding after the celebration.

Services Offered

From your first tour to your final dance, our dedicated team is here to support you every step of the way. Our experienced planning team will help you coordinate all the details, big and small, so you can truly enjoy the process.

We provide essential amenities like tables, chairs, WiFi, and parking, along with professional set-up and clean-up services. We also offer a curated list of trusted vendors to help you select the perfect décor, catering, and rentals to fit your style.

Your wedding day should feel effortless, joyful, and uniquely yours — and we’re honored to help make that happen.

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?

$6,000

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

$3,500

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?

$1,200

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

$1,200

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$18

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

50

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Hotel
Inn/B&B
Resort
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

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

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December

Still have questions?

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Reviews of Riverview Inn & Suites, Ascend Hotel Collection

Weddingwire
3.8/5 21 reviews
Google
3.8/5 875 reviews
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Ali Sent on 01/25/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Great Venue and Staff

Ann and Sarah were so accommodating and helpful when planning my wedding at the newly renovated Cliffbreakers! They went above and beyond to make my day everything that I hoped it would be and more. When I signed on to Cliffbreakers back in January of 2018, I was a little nervous because it was still a construction zone; however, I fell in love with the passion and care that the staff had for what they do and was put at ease. All of my guests were in awe at what they saw too! Great staff, service, food, and atmosphere!
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Melissa Sent on 09/14/2015
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I and our guests stayed at this hotel after the wedding. They were so nice and used their shuttle to transport us from the hotel to the venue before the ceremony and back to the hotel after the reception. It didn't cost anything and was great because we had an open bar.
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User2142028 Sent on 05/21/2015
5 out of 5 rating
The team at Cliffbreakers was absolutely amazing throughout the entire process of planning our wedding. Brandon was extremely responsive to all of our many questions. Anthony and Brandon were there during our event ensuring everything went smoothly. We couldn't have asked for a better venue or team. The hotel was gorgeous and the scenery can't be beat. I highly recommend this venue to anyone planning a wedding!
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Mary Sent on 05/18/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Food was very good. Waitress friendly and helpful. The room was lovely but the beautiful view
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User2051267 Sent on 02/25/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Had the best wedding experience you could ever want! Loved the deck overlooking the river, made a great spot for conversation and pictures. Very elegant and made our wedding look rich even though we didn't have to spend much.
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Farrah Sent on 01/27/2015
5 out of 5 rating
The staff at Cliffbreakers was amazing. Holly and Brandon from the sales team did a great job of going thru all the details beforehand. They made sure all the notes were correct, were open to changing anything last minute, made sure there was enough staff to accommodate, and never put a sour face on. They were such a pleasure to work with. On the day of the event, our captain was Anthony. He did a great job at communicating and delegating tasks to his waitstaff. His waitstaff was amazing! My wedding was on New Year's Eve and they never made us feel that we were taking them away from their holiday. They were so accommodating and welcoming. We had so many little things that were going on that could have been a nuisance to others but they all helped and did it with a smile. They helped alternate favors on the tables, make sure all the chairs were straight for the ceremony (I am very specific), bring in new tables to setup NYE horns and hats, pull the balloon drop at midnight, and light fireworks in zero degree winter weather. We also were running about a 1/2 hour behind after the ceremony and though I am sure they might have been a little flustered in the kitchen, you never saw anyone from the Cliffbreakers staff bothered by it. They did a WONDERFUL job at executing our wedding day. They were so committed to making it the best day of our lives. Thank you!
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User2024482 Sent on 01/27/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Thank you! Everything went perfectly!
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Joy Sent on 06/23/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Great food. Good service. Polite and helpful. Was very impressed by the overall operation, tables were served and cleared at a fantastic pace.
Jillian
Jillian Sent on 12/14/2011
5 out of 5 rating
I had my wedding here on the day after Thanksgiving. The beautiful winter decor went so well with my wedding. Our contact for this place was amazing and during the reception the manager was always available for us whenever we needed something. I have nothing but positive things to say about cliffbreakers.
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Kika Sent on 12/14/2010
5 out of 5 rating
We had a beautiful 5-star wedding! Cliffbreaker's was AWESOME!!! The service was impeccable! The food was delicious and they were sooo flexible and accomodating with last minute decisions and changes.
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Riverview Inn & Suites, Ascend Hotel Collection frequently asked questions

Riverview Inn & Suites, Ascend Hotel Collection includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Riverview Inn & Suites, Ascend Hotel Collection includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Riverview Inn & Suites, Ascend Hotel Collection includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
The space offered by Riverview Inn & Suites, Ascend Hotel Collection for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
  • Hotel
  • Inn/B&B
  • Resort
  • Waterfront
Riverview Inn & Suites, Ascend Hotel Collection offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Riverview Inn & Suites, Ascend Hotel Collection offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Riverview Inn & Suites, Ascend Hotel Collection offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Riverview Inn & Suites, Ascend Hotel Collection offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Riverview Inn & Suites, Ascend Hotel Collection is recommended by 77% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 3.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 3.9 in quality of service, 3.9 in flexibility, 3.8 in average response time, 3.8 in professionalism and 3.8 in value.
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