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  • 2019

Garden Ballroom at Hilton Garden Inn, Hamilton

From 75 to 180 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Clean Up

Why couples loved this venue

  • Quality catering
  • Helpful staff
  • Guests comfort
  • Amenities
Lisa
Kristen
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K
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Recommended by 90% of couples

About this venue

Situated in Hamilton, NJ, Hamilton Hilton Garden Inn offers its stunning venue, the Mercer Ballroom, for weddings and other special events. Brimming with modern style and timeless sophistication, this hotel venue is the perfect place to celebrate milestone occasions. From your rehearsal dinner to your reception, it can set the scene for your entire celebration. You and your significant other will surely be impressed by its elegant facilities, numerous amenities, and superlative event staff.

Hamilton Hilton Garden Inn evokes a wholesome atmosphere that your family and friends are bound to enjoy. Home to guest rooms, event spaces, and delightful outdoor areas, it has everything you need to create a truly memorable wedding experience.

You can say “I do” at the Pond Gazebo, an open-air setting that boasts a fountain, greenery, floral arrangements, and a pristine lawn. Here, the calming sounds of the fountain’s water will complement your ceremony. Sip champagne and enjoy hors d’oeuvres in our elegant Garden Patio set upon warm brick floors and surrounded by a stone knee wall. Guests can sit comfortably in our firepit seating or converse over our elegantly-draped cocktail tables as they admire our patio filled with lush green plants and seasonal flowers. Rain or shine, the Garden patio is covered with a custom canopy complete with hanging chandeliers making it the perfect place for cocktail hour.

Regal and elegant, the Mercer Ballroom sparkles like champagne. Our gorgeous mahogany framed chairs shine under the classic wall-mounted sconces. Matching mini chandeliers set the mood for a celebratory experience. The Garden Ballroom at the Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton comfortably seats 180 guests, so your closest family and friends can enjoy sumptuous food and drink and dance the night away.

Whether you desire a small affair or a celebration for 180 people, Hamilton Hilton Garden Inn welcomes all manner of wedding types. Their team will pull out all the stops to make sure that your vision is carried out to the fullest. As a convenient touch, event items such as chairs and tables can be provided. Known for their delicious, handcrafted cuisine, the in-house culinary team can prepare a delectable meal for you and your loved ones to savor. When your wedding draws to a close, you can spend the night in one of the hotel’s 105 guest rooms.

Features

Medium team (11-20 members)

Experience

  • 19 years in business

  • We speak English and Spanish

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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?

$500

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

$500

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

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

$40

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

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Wine
Open Bar

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

75

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Garden
Hotel

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
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
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
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

What event items are available?

Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
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
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
July
August

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Reviews of Garden Ballroom at Hilton Garden Inn, Hamilton

Weddingwire
4.5/5 24 reviews
Google
4.2/5 1167 reviews
Lisa
Lisa Sent on 10/24/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Impressive

We had an amazing wedding at the Hilton Garden Inn. The staff were amazing and went above and beyond to make our day simply the best! The venue was amazing and the food was outstanding! I would highly recommend having an event here! Alexandria was the best coordinator to work with.
Kristen
Kristen Sent on 11/04/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Best Day Ever!

We can’t say enough great things about the Hilton Garden Inn! Sarah was super friendly, responsive, helpful, and accommodating. Sarah and the staff made our ceremony and reception extra special. The food, drinks, service and rooms were perfect. We can’t thank them enough!
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Victoria Sent on 10/12/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Our wedding was absolutely perfect! Rachel helped us every step along the way to make sure everything was exactly how we wanted it. I wouldn’t change a thing about the entire day!!!
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Kait Sent on 07/10/2018
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I got married here, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience. We had our ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, and send-off brunch here. Rachel Brand was incredible through the planning stages and day of, as was the entire staff. Our guests raved about the wedding, food, and experience. We are so grateful to have celebrated our marriage here, everything was perfect! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
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Rose Sent on 04/20/2018
5 out of 5 rating
My husband Jeff and I had our cocktail hour/reception, and send-off breakfast at HGI Hamilton this past Saturday. We also reserved a block of rooms for our guests. Everything was absolutely perfect! Rachel was our maitre d/point of contact for our reception. As soon as I met her, I knew that I wanted to work with her! She is extremely down to earth, friendly, and organized. She answered every question I had, and was so helpful! The night of the reception, she was everywhere, making sure that things were perfect. Helena helped me with the room block. She made sure that we had wheelchair accessible rooms, and if any issues came up with booking, she took care of it herself. It was so nice to have everything (other than our ceremony, which was at a church), in one place. Our guests knew that, once they were at the party, they didn't have to go anywhere. I would HIGHLY recommend HGI Hamilton!!!
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Emily Sent on 01/14/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The Hilton Garden Inn was a fabulous place to get married! It was the first venue we looked at and thought "wait can't pick the first one right?" So we dutifully looked at other places but kept coming back to the HGI. After booking, the rest of the process was easy! We were kept well informed and any questions we had were answered promptly. The day off went off without a hitch (that, as the bride, I ever knew about anyway!) The staff were all so attentive and friendly and the food was out of the world!! Three months later people are still talking about what a great time they had and how delicious everything was! I would absolutely recommend the Hilton Garden Inn to anyone!
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Sam Sent on 09/15/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We used the Hilton Garden Inn as our venue for our wedding, and we couldn't be happier! Everything was made so easy for us, and with Rachel as our Maître D', she made us feel very at ease and comfortable! The food was great, the atmosphere was great, and as an added bonus the weather turned out to be fantastic for our outdoor wedding. We couldn't recommend this place enough, it's amazing!!
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Kate Sent on 06/06/2017
5 out of 5 rating
The ladies at the Hamilton Hilton Garden Inn were amazing! If you are one of those organized, on top of everything brides, you will have a great time here! All the staff was professional and accommodated to all of our needs. The venue is gorgeous! We wish we had the pleasure to get married down by the pond, but the weather was uncorporative with us. But our rain plan was still just as amazing in their structure tent. That was my favorite part of the day being in there. The food was AMAZING. Even weeks after the wedding, people were just razing about the food. This is a place that you should definitely take the time and go look at it. You will be surprised!
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Karla Sent on 01/07/2016
5 out of 5 rating
The Hilton Garden Inn is a place you will not regret! i just recently had an event here and though it was not a wedding I have to tell you my experience was just excellent! Donna is one of the sweetest person you will ever meet. She's extremely patient, funny and very suggestive. You will not get out of there feeling rushed, she takes her time to speak to you and listen to all the ideas you have in mind. Heather is the sweetest which was one of the girls helping set up the room. & Rachelle!!! Oh how do I even start with Rachelle! She was amazing !!!!!!!! My goodness by the end of the night I couldn't have been happier with her. So caring, so attentive! The whole night she made sure everything was as planned . The quality of food is die for!!!!! Extremely tasty and fresh! my guest loved the food! Jose who is the chef along with John were both so patient, did not rush me during the event at all. Made sure everyone was happy and that everyone was nicely fed :) this review is not enough to express how pleased I was with my event. The whole staff at the Hilton garden inn are just magnificent people and they are there to make sure you get the service and the respect you deserve. Thank you so much guys ! You are all Just extremely AMAZING! :) Love, Karla
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User2474864 Sent on 12/18/2015
5 out of 5 rating
We had our post wedding brunch at the Hilton and everything turned out flawlessly. Donna is an absolute pleasure to work with. She is a true professional and made sure everything went perfectly. The food was amazing and the staff was so wonderful!
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Team

Alexandria Sneddon
Alexandria Sneddon
Catering Sales Manager

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Nice place and very freindly staff. They have a nice are for outdoor Weddings and a wonderful tent for Cocktail Receptions. We love working at this venue with their team.

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Garden Ballroom at Hilton Garden Inn, Hamilton frequently asked questions

Garden Ballroom at Hilton Garden Inn, Hamilton 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
  • Tables
  • Catering Services
Garden Ballroom at Hilton Garden Inn, Hamilton includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at Garden Ballroom at Hilton Garden Inn, Hamilton includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
The space offered by Garden Ballroom at Hilton Garden Inn, Hamilton for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Garden
  • Hotel
Garden Ballroom at Hilton Garden Inn, Hamilton offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Garden Ballroom at Hilton Garden Inn, Hamilton offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Garden Ballroom at Hilton Garden Inn, Hamilton offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Garden Ballroom at Hilton Garden Inn, Hamilton offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
Garden Ballroom at Hilton Garden Inn, Hamilton is recommended by 90% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.5 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.7 in value, 4.6 in quality of service, 4.5 in professionalism, 4.4 in flexibility and 4.2 in average response time.

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