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The Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown is located in the heart of the world-famous Freeport shopping village. Our quaint, coastal town boasts over 200 retail outlets, boutique shops, and local restaurants along with outdoor recreational activities creating an ideal destination for your guests as they help you celebrate your biggest day yet.

Say "I Do" in the Old Town Hall Meeting Place, a perfect ceremony location for up to 150 guests and comes rich with history as Freeport’s original Town Hall built-in 1849. Take advantage of the beautiful Maine weather with options to host an outdoor ceremony in the Memorial Park and utilize our Patio for your cocktail reception. Our spacious ballroom can accommodate up to 200 guests and will be set with tables, chairs, white linens, chinaware, flatware, and glassware.

Our dedicated and experienced Catering Team will be there to support you through every step and will provide an on-site coordinator for the big day!

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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

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

$1

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?

$800

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)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$30

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

House Beer
House Wine

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

25

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Garden
Historic Building
Hotel
Inn/B&B
Park

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

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
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
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
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Furniture
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?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December

Reviews of Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown

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Aurora Sent on 11/02/2016
5 out of 5 rating
I can't say enough wonderful things about Kristen and the Hilton Garden Inn at Freeport. Kristen was amazing at responding to my emails, breaking everything down everything in our contract (money, food, time line, etc), taking multiple meetings and just over all, being there to assist with my wedding before and on the big day. Her staff was so polite and friendly and they did an amazing job bringing my decorating ideas to life (There were a few things that needed to be done on the big day while I was getting ready the staff at HGIF took care of it and did great job)! We reserved both the park and the town hall for our ceremony. Because it was so cold, we had the ceremony inside and the town hall was perfect! We did photos outside and they came out beautifully. Everyone keeps telling us that our wedding was so beautiful and elegant. The hotel rooms at HGIF were wonderful as well. I personally loved the sheets they used. The rooms are so well kept, it just added to my guests experience. The front desk staff was so accommodating and helpful in making sure all my guests got their welcome bags and taking care of anything that I needed. We had breakfast the next day in the lobby restaurant. It was yummy and a great spot for us to get together with our guest before leaving. It was a great experience and I highly recommend using the Hilton Garden Inn in Freeport!
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Sarah Sent on 10/14/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Kristen and the rest of the staff at the Hilton Garden Inn did an amazing job with our wedding reception! I was planning my wedding from NC so I met with Kristen a few times, but most of our communication was over email and she was always quick to respond and answer any question I had come up with. More importantly, the next time we met, she had everything that we had mentioned written down and all set. She was so organized and that made the whole process stress free! They also have packages including the food, champagne toast, some table decorations, etc. which makes everything a lot easier because you have so much less to worry about. On our wedding night, the appetizers were delicious but I was too busy socializing/didn't have much of an appetite for the dinner (which came in massive portions!). Kristen noticed this and sent food up to our room for afterwards! There was also some flowers, champagne, etc. We felt very special and well taken care of! I would highly recommend having your wedding reception at the Hilton Garden Inn!
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Amy Sent on 12/01/2015
5 out of 5 rating
This venue is a great location. It is tucked down off of the main road in Freeport so it feels private yet it is a short walk to all the shops and restaurants. The staff was beyond excellent! Working with Kristen was amazing! She was so calm and organized from out first meeting on. It was very easy to get in contact with her for any questions or concerns that we had. It was difficult at first to let go of the control and allow Kristen, Beth, and their staff to take our visions and make it come life. When I walked into both the ceremony and reception sites, the spaces had transformed to even better than I had even imagined! Kristen and Beth made sure that our timeline was met without pressuring us. Their hard work, dedication and attention to detail allowed for us to have a very relaxing and stress free wedding day. We would recommend this site to anyone and would utilize it again in the future!!
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User2189171 Sent on 06/20/2015
5 out of 5 rating
I can not say enough good things about this venue!! Kristen, our wedding planner, was fantastic from beginning to end! She was prompt in her responses and was readily available for all of my random bride questions that came up throughout the process! The rest of the staff was amazing as well! Everyone was courteous and so helpful and they really went out of their way to make our day so special! And stress free! As a bride this was huge for me! And they went above and beyond to make sure my day was stress free as could be. They took care of EVERYTHING, from setting up our own decorations to cleaning up/gathering up and delivering everything at the end of the reception. We selected one of the preset wedding packages and from the very start the pricing was clear so that at the final meeting there were no surprise hidden costs. And Kristen was great about reworking estimates as our numbers and decisions changed to make sure things were up to date. The ballroom was beautiful and the staff did a great job keeping things moving/on track without being obtrusive. And the food was wonderful! As someone who has been to many weddings I know this can be hit or miss but our meal was fantastic and many guests commented on the quality of their meals! It was truly such a wonderful experience, I'd do it all again in a second!!
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Mike Sent on 11/20/2013
5 out of 5 rating
THis was a great venue. Kristen and her team made the planning so easy, I really can;t say enough for all the work they did. They helped make this day truly special.
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Shannon Sent on 05/30/2013
5 out of 5 rating
The staff at the Hilton Garden Inn was fantastic! From our first meeting with the wedding planner, Kristen, we knew that all of our wedding needs would be taken care of promptly and professionally. They made the whole planning process very stress free and Kristen kept me on track in terms of timing etc. The food was wonderful and the menu planning was very flexible with lots of options. On the day of our wedding, Kristen went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly and tried to take as much stress of me and the groom as possible. All of our guests had a great time and everyone commented about how nice the facility was and how friendly and helpful the staff were. I would highly recommend this venue.
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Kelsey Sent on 02/19/2013
5 out of 5 rating
They did an excellent job with everything! The catering was smooth, the food was delicious, the decorations looked amazing, and the staff was outstanding!
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Ashley Sent on 01/14/2012
5 out of 5 rating
All the staff at the Hilton garden inn, Freeport were amazing! Everyone was so helpful and very kind. The one thing that I would have changed, and was not really a huge deal, was both my husband and I wished the food was left out a little longer. We both ate a little and then went around thanking all our guests for attending. By the time we finished all the food was gone. Otherwise everything was amazing. I would recommend this place to anyone!!! Food, all the tastings, staff, everything was great and very reasonable priced!! A big thank you to Kristen and her amazing staff for makeing our day even more special, calming, relaxing and so much fun. You guys really do know how to keep a bride calm! Thanks again for everything!!!! :)
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Jeff Sent on 01/14/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Kristen is amazing- she takes everything very seriously and makes sure you are stress-free on your wedding day.
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Connie Sent on 07/11/2011
5 out of 5 rating
My son and daughter in law were recently married at the town hall next to the Garden Hilton.The townhall is very nice and cozy for a wedding.The staff was great from the pinning on of the buttoneers and corsages to the helping us know when to leave the hotel to go to the townhall for the ceremony.The food for the reception was excellent along with the wait staff,they didn't touch a dish without asking if the person was finished and my hubby even got a special order.Thanks you all so much for making our day so special.I would highly recommend your establishment.
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Awards

18

Professional Network & Endorsements

5 Endorsements
The Music Man DJ Service The Music Man DJ Service Wedding DJs

We have worked with the Hilton Garden in Freeport over the last 15 years. Kristen, Director of Sales and Anthony, Banquet Manager, provide service to couples that is second to none in the wedding business. We always look forward to working with them because of their professionalism, attention to detail and superior service. We are confident that any couple that works with them will have an incredible experience at their wedding reception.

8th Street Entertainment Premier DJ Service 8th Street Entertainment Premier DJ Service Wedding DJs

Beautiful place for a wedding! The staff is amazing!!

Cakesby Debbie Cakesby Debbie Wedding Cakes

I absolutely love working with the crew at The Freeport Garden Hilton Inn. They are helpful, friendly and so pleasant to deal with. I am always excited when my brides tell me they are having their weddings at this venue!!

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Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown frequently asked questions

Hilton Garden Inn Freeport 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
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown includes:
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
The space offered by Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Hotel
  • Inn/B&B
  • Park
Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown is recommended by 97% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in value, 4.8 in quality of service and 4.8 in professionalism.
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