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Weddings
Up to 700 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Indoor
Get Ready Rooms

Why couples loved this venue

  • Guests comfort
  • Quality catering
  • Amenities
  • Helpful staff
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Recommended by 98% of couples

About this venue

Hilton Columbus Downtown is a stunning wedding venue in the Short North Arts District in Columbus, OH. Within walking distance of over 150 dining and entertainment venues, the hotel offers a unique blend of urban charm and cultural richness. Its stunning art collection, featuring nearly 400 original pieces by Central Ohio artists, adds a distinctive touch to your celebration.

Facilities and Capacity

This exceptional property boasts 1,000 guest rooms, including 85 suites, and an impressive 75,000 square feet of versatile event space. Couples can choose from three grand ballrooms: Aminah Robinson, George Bellows, and Kojo Kamau. These elegant rooms can accommodate up to 980 guests in banquet rounds, with additional areas perfect for cocktail hours. The hotel’s modern amenities include two fitness centers, an indoor saline pool, and a whirlpool, ensuring you and your guests enjoy relaxation and luxury during your stay.

Services Offered

Hilton Columbus Downtown provides comprehensive services to make your wedding planning effortless. Their expert event planners guide you through every step, from initial consultation to the final celebration. The venue offers customizable menus crafted by Executive Banquet Chef Todd Goodwin, who partners with local Ohio farmers to feature sustainable and delectable ingredients. Dining options include FYR, a live-fire restaurant, and Stories on High, a rooftop lounge with breathtaking city views. With options for intimate and grand affairs, dedicated staff, and top-notch facilities, Hilton Columbus Downtown ensures your wedding day will be as magical and memorable as you envision.

Features

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 14 years in business

  • We speak English

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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?

$1,500

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

$750

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?

$1,500

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

$1,000

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

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

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

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$37

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

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

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Hotel
Restaurant

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
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
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
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
December

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Reviews of Hilton Columbus Downtown

Weddingwire
4.9/5 7 reviews
Google
4.5/5 3812 reviews
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Kate Sent on 01/06/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Venue

My husband and I are so happy we chose the Hilton for our wedding reception. They could not have been more friendly and helpful throughout the process. Mandy was organized, quick to respond, and did such a beautiful job helping us create and execute our vision. I highly recommend her and the rest of the Hilton staff.
Jackie
Jackie Sent on 10/30/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Wedding

The Hilton service exceeded our expectations! The staff was friendly and accommodating. The food was great! All our needs and requests were met. The “day after” brunch in the restaurant worked out perfectly.
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Hannah Sent on 06/07/2015
5 out of 5 rating
So, I'm just going to start by saying, Layne Fulks with Gallerie Bar & Bistro is amazing. I planned my wedding in 2 months, and she worked with me the whole time to make sure I was staying on schedule. It was great not having to worry about picking the best food to serve because at the Gallerie Bar & Bistro, every plate is fantastic.

We wanted to do pie instead of cake, so the chef came up with a list of super fun and funky flavors. We had a traditional apple pie, salted chocolate silk pie and grapefruit & ritz. The grapefruit was so good - all of our guests were raving about it. And seriously, who will forget grapefruit pie?

Since we only had about 50 guests, we had a small cocktail reception by the fireplace and then everyone filed into the Private Dining Room for dinner. I was afraid it would be cramped in the room with that many people, but it really wasn't. It was intimate and beautiful.

Overall, our guests were in love with the Hilton and very impressed by the delicious food and intimate atmosphere. All I want now is that grapefruit pie recipe...
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Ashwin Sent on 05/28/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Where do I begin with how amazing Blaire and her team were. Anything we needed from the first time we met with Blaire was done to a T! Not only is Blaire fantastic, but the rest of her team needs to be commended as well! The amount of time they took to make sure everything from our grand event, went off without a hitch was amazing! For the first indian wedding they have done, they certainly did not disappoint!
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User1669170 Sent on 06/19/2014
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I are so happy that we had our wedding reception at the Downtown Hilton. Blaire was incredible. She was prompt, professional, had great ideas and really listened to everything we wanted. I did not have one ounce of stress or worry about our reception.
Our reception was not they typical wedding reception. After losing a loved one the previous year, we wanted our night to focus on love and family. We wanted all of our guests, young and old, to feel a part of the evening. Blaire helped us to set up a "living room" feel, with couches, chairs and end tables around the dance floor and high top tables near the incredible view for people to gather and chat. The lighting and AV department did an amazing job with lighting, which was especially obvious in the incredible pictures we received.
It was a perfect evening, and a perfect 9 months of planning prior to our actual event. As soon as our wedding was over, my husband and I started thinking of another event we could hold at the Downtown Hilton! I would highly recommend this location to anyone!
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Shoshana Sent on 02/18/2015
4.8 out of 5 rating
We used the Hilton Columbus Downtown for our wedding reception on Valentine's day. We selected them about four months prior to the event, worked with Blaire on every detail, and were very pleased with the services we received. At first I thought it was pricey, but then I realized that that's just how much it costs! And, to help make things better, there were plenty of "complimentary" items such as the honeymoon suite, hospitality suite, and other things thrown in here and there. The food was AMAZING, people kept telling us how great their meals were. the waitstaff during the reception was wonderful. Attention was paid to detail, and there were no real issues! On occasion it was difficult to get prompt responses to questions, but then again, I emailed literally every day with questions so I imagine they had other people to worry about than me! We loved it. Minus the yellow curtains in the ballroom ;)
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Britt Sent on 04/30/2018
4.6 out of 5 rating
We had a large number of our guests stay here. Its a great location, and its still pretty new. Made it easy for our guests and the service was top notch.
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Lauren Seeholzer-Smith
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Senior Catering Manager

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DJ Flair DJ Flair Wedding DJs

This venue rocks! They are always super nice, and have great ideas for couples. Very easy to work with from a vendor standpoint. Love them!

Devoted Columbus Devoted Columbus Wedding Planners

I have had several of my clients weddings at this location and they are always a pleasure to work with. Talk about going above and beyond. I am supposed to make their job easy and they make mine easy. I love working with Blaire- she is the best!! Food is incredible along with the staff. Oh and I love the overnight rooms too. Highly recommend!

Red Gallery Photography Red Gallery Photography Wedding Photographers

I am blown away by this over-the-top venue. The staff members are wonderful and the coordinators leave no details overlooked. You will have the time of your life!

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Hilton Columbus Downtown frequently asked questions

Hilton Columbus Downtown includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Hilton Columbus Downtown includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Hilton Columbus Downtown includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by Hilton Columbus Downtown for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Hotel
  • Restaurant
Hilton Columbus Downtown offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
Hilton Columbus Downtown offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Hilton Columbus Downtown 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
Hilton Columbus Downtown offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
Hilton Columbus Downtown is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility and 4.9 in value.
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