Embassy Suites by Hilton South Bend at Notre Dame

We recently celebrated our wedding at the Embassy Suites at Notre Dame, and the experience exceeded every expectation. Thanks to the incredible teams at Embassy Suites, Burns Rent-Alls, and Belle Behind the Ball Wedding Planning, our vision came to life with care, creativity, and professionalism.

As transplants to South Bend with families on both coasts, we needed a venue that could accommodate a ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception all in one place. Embassy Suites was our first choice—a beautiful hotel located at Eddy Street Commons, just across from the University of Notre Dame (Go Irish!). Its proximity to the university, nearby restaurants, and guest accommodations made it an ideal setting.

While everything ultimately came together seamlessly, our vendors navigated numerous last-minute changes—including a ballooning guest list, hotel logistics, and one of the hottest weekends in recent South Bend history. Every vendor went above and beyond to ensure our guests were comfortable and every detail was addressed.

Embassy Suites at Notre Dame:
The venue was not only visually stunning, but also incredibly convenient for our guests. The staff handled every detail with professionalism and care—from adjusting our guest list and room block to hosting the reception and a post-wedding brunch. The catering and service teams were flexible, responsive, and consistently exceptional. The food was outstanding, and the service was flawless.

We would especially like to thank Kimberly Scope and Sherri Stewart, who were phenomenal throughout the planning process. As our needs changed, Kimberly was consistently accommodating. We originally planned to host the ceremony on the rooftop, cocktail hour in the ballroom hallway (a beautiful space), and reception in the ballroom. When our guest list expanded, Kimberly worked with us to shift the ceremony into the ballroom hallway with grace and efficiency.

Meanwhile, Sherri managed a complex room block during Notre Dame’s busy summer camp season, ensuring that our out-of-town family was well taken care of—a remarkable effort that did not go unnoticed.

When the heat made our original plan for an outdoor cocktail hour in the Irish Way courtyard unfeasible, our wedding planner Angie Anderson (Belle Behind the Ball) collaborated with Kimberly and the Embassy Suites team to relocate it to the main reception area. Everything was executed perfectly—by the time we walked out to get married, it was all handled without a hitch.

Embassy Suites also provided a meeting room for our wedding party to get ready and a separate space for a children’s play area, which was beautifully furnished by Burns Rent-Alls.

From beginning to end, the service, food, and support we received were exceptional. Embassy Suites at Notre Dame made our wedding weekend unforgettable, and we would wholeheartedly recommend them—again and again.

The Embassy Suites held our wedding after party on their rooftop (The Podium), and the team, food, and drinks were fantastic! The view of campus at sunset was amazing too! When the weather became cold, the team was very flexible and accommodating by helping us move our festivities to the lobby. We couldn’t imagine a better place to host a night event at Notre Dame!