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Welcome to the Riverside Verandah! We are located in the Courtyard by Marriott-Portland North Harbour just minutes outside of Downtown Portland. Our 10,000 square foot outdoor venue overlooks the Columbia River and features spectacular views of Mt Hood and Mt St Helens. All inclusive packages, superb catering services and hotel sleeping rooms will ensure your day is a complete success from start to finish. Complimentary Marriott Certified Wedding Coordination services are included with every package so you won't have to worry about anything!

Come share your special day with us at the Riverside Verandah....
Please call 503.445.9052 to set up a site tour or to book your date. We still have dates available!
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Frequently asked questions

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?

$1,000

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

$800

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?

$1,000

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

$800

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)

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Hotel
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

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
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Server(s)
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
November
December

Reviews of Courtyard Portland North

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Veronica Sent on 09/16/2014
5 out of 5 rating
The day of my wedding was perfect! The assistance that I received from Tabitha was amazing! I highly recommend anyone interested in an outdoor wedding to check out this space. The food was also fantastic! I was worried initially about the food because sometimes big catering jobs tend to lessen the quality of the end result, however the food at our wedding was above my expectations and everyone loved it!
Nik
Nicole Sent on 10/20/2013
5 out of 5 rating
It was amazing to have the wedding coordinator there to help with all the planning we didn't think of. The clean up was so nice to have, that's something you don't want to think of when you're trying to enjoy your day. They had decorations around the hotel veranda so it didn't look empty. The fountain and gazebo was so romantic to have.
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User1300406 Sent on 08/24/2013
5 out of 5 rating
We loved our wedding on the Riverside Verandah at the Courtyard Marriott! The verandah was absolutely beautiful and the weather was perfect! Charlotte their coordinator was great to work with and she definitely kept me on track with getting things planned. I loved working with her and she made our day run smooth which gave me a chance to just enjoy every moment! The rest of the hotel staff was also very pleasant and great to work with. The hotel itself was supposed to go through a remodel prior to our wedding which did not happen in time so we were a little disappointed. However since the wedding took place outside it didn't matter as much. When they do eventually get the remodel done it will be an even better venue. Just needs a little updating! Another perk to this venue is its location. It is very close to the airport and right off of I-5 which was great for out of town guests. We had a large portion coming in from out of town so it was great that they could take the hotel shuttle over and then have to worry about driving. Also some of our local friends and family rented rooms so they did not have to worry about driving home and could enjoy themselves at our reception. Overall this is a great outdoor venue and once they get their remodel done and some things updated it will be even better!
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Sarah Sent on 09/09/2012
5 out of 5 rating
We enjoyed our wedding at the courtyard portland north harbor so much! Charlotte was very easy to work with and was open and receptive to all of our requests. The space is beautiful and my guests enjoyed it very much.
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Kristen Sent on 09/04/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Are contract agreement stated that we would only get that prorated price up until a curtain date, because I have been so busy planning my wedding I didn't even think about the expiration of this and was in a panic since i had a block of about 8 rooms i needed. They were very helpful and Charlotte.Marco was the one who saved my stress and honored what we had originally had planned and moved the date to a later date, they are the greatest and really made my life so much easier in the stressful wedding planning. thank you!!
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Lora Sent on 08/05/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Our Wedding was wonderful at the Courtyard By Marriot North Harbour!!!!!!!! Our Wedding coordinator Charlotte was absolutely wonderful who was always there to answer all my questions and to make sure everything ran smoothly. The location was absolutely beautiful and all my guests were so pleased. We even ran out of food for our buffet and the marriot made sure to make extra food asap! I would highly recommend this place for a wedding ceremony and reception as well:)
Karen
Karen Sent on 08/12/2011
5 out of 5 rating
I do not even know where to start praising this venue. First off, they offer varied packages to suit almost any budget. My husband and I searched many out-door venues and feel that this one offered so much more than the others. Not to mention, it’s a huge and gorgeous patio with gorgeous views. I booked this venue over a year ago and I’ve been through two event coordinators in that time. The most recent one quit but I was not concerned as the hotel manager, Tim Bathke, also a Certified Wedding Planner, assumed the role with such professionalism and flair. Tim helped me and my family to make what I feel, in my biased opinion, one of the most beautiful outdoor weddings ever. He responded to my emails promptly and provided a wealth of knowledge. On the day of, he helped us adhere to the timeline and kept everything running smoothly. One of the other best things about this venue is that it’s a hotel that is close to the airport. Our guests could book a room at a discounted rate and they offered shuttle service from the airport to the hotel. Again, I cannot praise this venue enough! Our wedding day was absolutely beautiful and I highly, highly recommend this site as a wedding venue!
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Joanna Sent on 08/27/2010
5 out of 5 rating
Our wedding was outside next to the Columbia River it was a really nice site. Our wedding coordinator was really nice and very professional, after the ceremony they quickly set up for dinner they were quick! We had in house catering everything we selected was delicious and it was set up nicely we had an ice sculpture a variety that they let you select, they gave us really nice spacious rooms to get dressed and ready for my bridal party and for the groomsman as well. Everything went well according to plan. We definitly recommend this venue.
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Michelle Sent on 02/28/2010
5 out of 5 rating
We got married on August 2, 2008. I looked a lot of venues before making a decision. Tara was so helpful and the price was something that couldn't be bet! Tara let us mix and match with the foods, helped with the decor and made all of our guests feel comfortable. I was so relaxed on my wedding day knowning that everything was taken care of and the cooridnation was moving right along. Thanks Tara for such a wonderful day!

Michelle and Scott Ewaniec
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Janice Sent on 01/24/2010
5 out of 5 rating
Extremely great value! Tara was an utter professional and assisted me with my every needs.
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Awards

23
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

5 Endorsements
Evrim Icoz Photography Evrim Icoz Photography Wedding Photographers

Riverside at Courtyard Marriott is a beautiful place. It is close to the city yet has a completely different feel. You can get the mountain and river in your photographs, and it seems like you are not in Portland at all. The staff is friendly and helpful. Highly recommended!

Melissa Coe Ceremonies Melissa Coe Ceremonies Wedding Officiants

Great folks to work with!!!

Botanica Floral Design Botanica Floral Design Wedding Florists

What a delightfully unexpected wedding venue this is! When I first heard that they did weddings I have to admit that I was a little skeptical. But then I went out to take a look and was quite surprised. It is lovely! They have a beautiful veranda with a fountain overlooking the Columbia river and this is where their weddings take place. The staff and catering team are terrific too. So if you are looking for an outdoor venue that is not 40 plus miles away, then you should definitely check them out.

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Courtyard Portland North frequently asked questions

Courtyard Portland North 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
Courtyard Portland North includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The space offered by Courtyard Portland North for wedding events is known for:
  • Hotel
  • Waterfront
Courtyard Portland North offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Courtyard Portland North offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Courtyard Portland North offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Wifi
Courtyard Portland North offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Tables
Courtyard Portland North is recommended by 90% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.5 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.5 in average response time, 4.5 in flexibility, 4.5 in professionalism, 4.5 in value and 4.4 in quality of service.
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