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Fairmont Copley Plaza

Up to 1,100 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Indoor
Get Ready Rooms
Alexander
Alexandra
Michael
Sara
Claudia

Recommended by 98% of couples

About this venue

Fairmont Copley Plaza is a wedding venue in Boston, Massachusetts, where "happily ever after" begins in grand style. From the elegant intimacy of the Venetian Room to the palatial splendor of the Grand Ballroom, with its exquisite details, sparkling crystal chandeliers, and gilded, thirty-foot ceilings, Boston brides have a wealth of elegant options for their special day.

Facilities and Capacity

This exceptional venue features several event spaces to host wedding festivities. The largest of these is the Grand Ballroom, with a capacity of up to 600 people for dinner and up to 1,100 depending on layout. It is also adjacent to the Ballroom Foyer which has room for 350 guests, five crystal chandeliers, three Palladian windows, and a built-in bar. Other options include the Oval Room, the Copley Room, the Venetian Room, the St. James Room, and the Singleton Room.

Services Offered

Whether a couple's style is soft and romantic, trend-setting modern, or show-stopping elegance, Fairmont Copley Plaza is the premier choice. Their Boston wedding specialists and valued partners offer the highest level of services to assist in every detail and create a dream wedding day.

Cuisine

The Fairmont Copley Plaza staff includes catering and bartending professionals to attend to the needs of couples and guests. Catering options include French service, hors d'oeuvres, stations, plated meals, buffets, and family-style platters, with tastings available ahead of a wedding day. Bartenders can operate an open, limited, or cash bar, serving a variety of wine, beer, and spirits as well as a signature drink or champagne toast.




Features

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 114 years in business

  • We speak English

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Weddings at this venue

Amanda & Paul's wedding
Amanda & Paul
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FAQ

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

No

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?

$3,000

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

$1,500

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

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables
Catering Services

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

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$90

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

14

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Hotel

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

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
Get Ready Rooms
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
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
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March

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Reviews of Fairmont Copley Plaza

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The Fairmont Copley Plaza is a stunning, historic, and elegant venue that creates a fairytale wedding atmosphere. Couples praised flawless planning and attentive, professional staff who handled every detail so they could relax. The food and service received high marks, the hotel accommodated large guest counts easily, and the venue is highly recommended.

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The Fairmont Copley Plaza is a stunning, historic, and elegant venue that creates a fairytale wedding atmosphere. Couples praised flawless planning and attentive, professional staff who handled every detail so they could relax. The food and service received high marks, the hotel accommodated large guest counts easily, and the venue is highly recommended.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 89 reviews
Google
4.5/5 2930 reviews
Alexander
Alexander Sent on 10/17/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The wedding venue of my dreams!

From the moment we said 'yes' to the Fairmont to the moment we checked out of our wedding suite, everything was exceptional. 

Alice Fay - our venue coordinator - is the best of the best. Not only is she incredibly professional and kept the planning processes easy, but her passion for her couples and her enthusiasm for her work shines through in everything she does. We are so lucky to have had Alice at our side every step of the way, but even more so that we now get to call her a friend. 

Sarah Sandoval was our point of contact for booking and working with her was so efficient and easy. She worked with us to accommodate elderly guests who needed ADA rooms and booked us the most beautiful wedding suite. 

When it comes to customer service, the entire staff went above and beyond to make our stay unforgettable. Each interaction with a member of the staff from the front desk personnel, to the bellmen to the housekeeping staff was warm and came with a smile. We - our guests included - cannot stop raving about the exceptional service and kindness we were shown. I was so touched by the level of service and kindness that I cried saying goodbye to the man at checkout, whom I had just met during that interaction. 

In terms of the food, everything was top notch. Our guests have been raving that it was the best food they've ever been served at a wedding, in terms of flavor, portion size, freshness and presentation. HUGE shoutout to the team in the kitchen for preparing an incredible meal. 

Overall, we could not have been more pleased with our decision to host our wedding at The Fairmont Copley Plaza. It's a world-class hotel with a world-class staff, and we look forward to making many more memories there in the future. 
M
Molly Sent on 06/12/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Timeless Elegance in March

Ashley Kirouac and the entire staff at the Fairmont Copley were absolutely excellent. From the initial tour & estimate conversations, to the tasting, to the wedding weekend itself - there was not a detail missed or overlooked. They ensured that everyone was taken care of to the highest standard. All our guests raved about the quality of service throughout the wedding evening! We would recommend this venue to anyone looking to get married in Boston.
Alexandra
Alexandra Sent on 06/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Day of Our Lives

My husband and I got married at the Fairmont Copley Plaza, and it was truly the wedding of our dreams. From start to finish, our experience was nothing short of exceptional.

The venue itself is absolutely breathtaking. The elegance, history, and beauty of the Fairmont created the perfect backdrop for our wedding and made the entire day feel like a fairytale. Our guests are still talking about how stunning everything was.

What truly set the experience apart, however, was the incredible team. Every member of the staff was professional, attentive, and committed to making our day seamless. We felt completely taken care of from the moment we arrived until the very end of the night.

A special thank you to Ashley Kirouac, Director of Event Sales. Ashley was an absolute pleasure to work with throughout the entire planning process. She made us feel comfortable from day one, provided thoughtful guidance and recommendations when needed, and helped us bring our vision to life while still making the wedding feel uniquely ours. Her expertise, responsiveness, and calm demeanor made the planning process so much easier and more enjoyable.

The Fairmont exceeded every expectation we had. We were able to be fully present and enjoy every moment knowing we were in such capable hands. We cannot recommend the Fairmont Copley Plaza highly enough for couples looking for a beautiful venue and a world-class team to help make their wedding day unforgettable.

Thank you for helping create the best day of our lives.
Michael
Michael Sent on 06/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Perfect Wedding Experience

We can't thank Ashley and her team enough for helping make our wedding weekend at the Fairmont absolutely perfect. The venue is obviously beautiful and unique in Boston, but Ashley's Fairmont team including Vinit, Kathleen, Ricardo & Aleks brought everything to life. We never had to worry about one single detail...they were on top of everything. The food was even better than expected (and that's saying something), the layout, sequencing, and service as good as you can hope for, and our guests had a great time! Of course our amazing event planner Liz Pruitt helped with absolutely everything, and together with the Fairmont team just made our experience perfect. We had high expectations, and they were exceeded! Thank you to everyone at the Fairmont.
Sara
Sara Sent on 02/16/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Timeless Elegance at the Fairmont

Working with the Alice & the Fairmont Copley team is a pleasure. The staff is always on point for setup and service. The hotel's timeless elegance with its chandeliers and gilded ceilings make an amazing spot for photos. The suites offer plenty of space for getting ready with friends and family.
A
Ashleigh Sent on 10/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding of our dreams!

There are not enough words to describe just how perfect our experience was with Ashley and her team! From the tiniest of details everything was perfectly executed and we felt like royalty on our big day. I would relive this experience again and again if I could! The Fairmont will forever be our favorite place in the city.
M
Michele Sent on 09/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Everything was perfect

My daughter and her now husband had the wedding of their dreams at the Fairmont Copley Plaza over Labor Day weekend. Everything was executed to perfection. The venue is stunning. The rooms are gorgeous. The food was delicious and the staff makes you feel like royalty. Working with their event planner, Alice Fay was wonderful. She was professional, knowledgable, full of great ideas and fun. She was such a pleasure to work with and it's clear that not only does she love her job, but it is important to her that your event is what you want. Their vendor recommendations were extremely helpful and we found vendors that worked with in our price range and were able to flawlessly deliver everything that was desired. From the moment we arrived we were greeted by John who was so warm and friendly, followed by Joe who brought our bags to the room. Both gentleman made us feel valued and welcome. Our experience at check in was equally wonderful. I would 100% recommend hosting an event at the Fairmont Copley. It is apparent from all of our interactions that they strive for perfection and I can honestly say our entire experience was perfect.
C
C. N. Sent on 09/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Fabulous Wedding Experience

Our wedding at the Fairmont Copley Plaza was flawless.

The event coordinator, Ashley Kirouac was organized and detail-oriented, helping us navigate the entire process with the hotel, from tastings to rehearsal to walking down the aisle. On the day of, she checked in on us during every critical point in the process. She showed up exactly when we needed her!

From the beginning, she provided great suggestions and guidance for outside vendors and worked with us to maintain our budget.

Maiya & Kathleen, the Event Operations Managers on our event, ensured that the event execution went beyond our expectations. The staff in general was amazing, attentive, and friendly, always going above and beyond.

We couldn’t have asked for more!
C
Caoimhe Sent on 08/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

July Wedding at the Fairmont

We had our wedding at the Fairmont Copley Plaza in Boston, and it was truly the most incredible experience. From the very beginning, the team went above and beyond to make our vision come to life. We worked closely with Alice, who made the typically stressful wedding planning process feel easy, organized, and fun. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and calm, reassuring presence made all the difference.
We had a large guest count, almost 300 people, and the Fairmont had no problem accommodating everyone with ease. The event flowed perfectly from start to finish, and every aspect of the evening was handled with care and precision. Sarah was also a huge help when it came to coordinating our room blocks. She made the process smooth and stress-free for us and our guests.

The hotel itself is absolutely stunning! It’s historic, elegant, and full of charm. The food was out of this world, and we’re still getting compliments from guests weeks later. Several people told us it was the best wedding they’ve ever attended, and we couldn’t agree more.

We’re so grateful to the entire Fairmont Copley team for helping us create a celebration that was beyond our dreams. If you’re considering this venue, don’t hesitate. You’ll be in the very best hands.

Claudia
Claudia Sent on 07/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing venue with outstanding staff!

Having our wedding at the Fairmont Copley Plaza was such a dream from start to finish! Our coordinator Ashley was so organized, responsive and cheerful throughout the planning process, which helped us feel very at ease. We did not hire an outside weeding planner and never felt like we needed to because she was so on top of everything and helped us keep on track with all of the important milestones and details. Ashley is amazing at her job!

On the day of the wedding, all of the staff were wonderful and so friendly. Along with Ashley, Maiya and Kathleen were awesome and helped keep the whole day perfectly to plan. All of the wait staff and bartenders were also so kind and attentive. We really appreciated how the whole team was so positive and upbeat throughout the day, as it really helped us stay relaxed and present.

We truly loved our wedding here and would recommend it 100%!
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Alice Fay (L) and Ashley Kirouac (R)
Alice Fay (L) and Ashley Kirouac (R)
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Alice Fay
Alice Fay
Associate Director of Weddings & Special Events
Ashley Kirouac
Ashley Kirouac
Director of Event Sales

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Fairmont Copley Plaza frequently asked questions

Fairmont Copley Plaza includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
  • Catering Services
Fairmont Copley Plaza includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The space offered by Fairmont Copley Plaza for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Hotel
Fairmont Copley Plaza offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
Fairmont Copley Plaza offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Fairmont Copley Plaza offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Fairmont Copley Plaza offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
Fairmont Copley Plaza is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.8 in average response time and 4.8 in value.
Fairmont Copley Plaza currently offers 1 offer promotion for wedding services.
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