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  • 2022

The Seelbach Hilton Louisville

From 10 to 500 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Indoor
Get Ready Rooms
Kasey
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Margaret
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Recommended by 99% of couples

About this venue

The Seelbach Hilton Louisville is an elegant hotel wedding venue located in Louisville, Kentucky. This iconic hotel has played host to an array of famous names, from US presidents to The Great Gatsby author F. Scott Fitzgerald. With its turn-of-the-century décor and first-class customer service, it makes an enchanting wedding location.

Facilities and Capacity

The Seelbach Hilton Louisville offers a range of beautiful event spaces for ceremonies and receptions. The classic Grand Ballroom features crystal chandeliers, marble wall accents, and a fireplace. With its refined, neutral décor, this sophisticated space suits any wedding theme or style. It can accommodate 400 seated guests and up to 550 standing, making it ideal for lavish affairs. Alternatively, you may opt for the Ratskeller, once a favorite haunt of F. Scott Fitzgerald. Featuring rare Rookwood pottery and a unique arched ceiling, this historic room can hold up to 240 seated guests and 300 standing. A wide range of other rooms is available for smaller gatherings. The property also features comfortable get-ready suites where you and your party can prepare for the big day.

Services Offered

The dedicated team at the Seelbach Hilton Louisville will do everything they can to make your day as easy and stress-free as possible. Setup and cleanup services will be provided, as well as tables, chairs, and an extensive range of décor items. The in-house caterer can create a customized menu for your reception dinner, which can be served as a buffet, a plated meal, or food stations. They can also serve delicious hors d'oeuvres for a cocktail reception. In addition, the venue offers bar services, with options for an open or cash bar. The venue is fully wheelchair-accessible, and valet parking is available on-site.

Features

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 121 years in business

  • We speak English and Spanish

Links

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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?

$6,000

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

$6,000

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?

$6,000

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

$6,000

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

Bridal Suite
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
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$55

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar

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

10

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

7

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Hotel
Museum
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

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
Get Ready Rooms
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
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
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

February
March
April
May
June
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
July

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Reviews of The Seelbach Hilton Louisville

Weddingwire
4.9/5 23 reviews
Google
4.5/5 3240 reviews
Kasey
Kasey Sent on 06/02/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Weekend Dream

Heather Roney, Senior Catering Sales manager for the Seelbach Hilton Hotel, was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding weekend. Heather worked diligently during our two year planning process to assist in any way possible. Responding to requests and questions promptly even during the COVID-19 shut downs. My family and I never had to worry about a thing regarding the Seelbach. Heather and her team (chefs, bartenders, valets, everyone!) could not have made me, as the bride, feel any more "taken care of" throughout the entire weekend. Top notch customer service and seamless execution from very angle. Only regret is that Heather Roney wasn't hired as the wedding planner. Best vendor by far!
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Natalie Sent on 02/08/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Very Pleased

We were very pleased with everyone at the Seelbach. The wedding was beautiful and we could not have asked the staff to be any nicer and easy to work with.
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Laura Sent on 02/07/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Wedding!

My Husband and I were thrilled with our wedding at The Seelbach. We could not have been more happy with our experience. Planning a wedding in the midst of a pandemic was not easy, but Heather Roney and the entire Seelbach team made our dream wedding come true.
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Nancy Sent on 02/06/2021
5 out of 5 rating

A perfect wedding

My daughter's wedding was reduced to 25 attendees due to COVID, but the Seelbach and Heather Roney helped us every step of the way. The first time we visited the Seelbach and met Heather we knew this was the right place. The wedding ceremony was held in the Grand Ballroom along with the reception. The setting was gorgeous and the staff was just the best. The food was excellent and beautifully presented. The room was magical and could not have been more perfect. The night before the wedding the rehearsal dinner was held in The Oak Room, and it was equally wonderful. Thank you to the Seelbach for taking such great care of our out of town guests and accommodating them during the time of restaurants being closed. Cannot say thank you enough. Go see Heather, she is the best.
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Melanie Sent on 02/05/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The best experience we will never forget

I was a covid bride. 8 days out from our postponed wedding date (at a different venue in Indiana) we were notified that our guest list could only be 25 people due to state regulations. I cannot recommend Heather enough to any of my fellow brides. She and my mother in law threw together a covid friendly celebration for our friends who couldn’t be present the day of the ceremony the night before. The oak room was absolutely STUNNING! We had the Fitz suite and all of our friends & family stayed with us on the 8th floor. It honestly felt like we were celebrities! Everyone was so welcoming and understanding of all the things we had been through trying to get married in 2020. The entire staff made our day so special and we will forever be grateful for their hard work and flexibility.
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Christine Sent on 02/04/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Top Notch Venue

We loved working with Heather Roney and the Seelbach. Such a professional team, always available for questions, and willing to to make sure your needs/requests are met. Our wedding went through a lot of changes with COVID protocols up until a few days out, and the Seelbach team made sure to make it as beautiful, fun, and smooth as possible. We had such a wonderful time and are so grateful.
User5539811
User5539811 Sent on 02/04/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Simply Amazing!

Heather Roney, the Senior Catering Sales Manager, went above and beyond to make our wedding day wonderful. We got married during the pandemic and even though our wedding reception would be only be 13 people, I wanted it to be as close as a reception and not a dinner. She made this vision come to life. She also kept my mothers bracelet, that had been lost that evening, safe until we returned back to Louisville.
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Julia Sent on 02/04/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The seelbach is incredible!

Having my wedding reception at the Seelbach has been a dream of mine since I was young. My experience working with the Seelbach did not disappoint! Everyone we worked with was so kind, accommodating, personable, and flexible. Even in the midst of the COVID19 pandemic, where our plans seemed to be changing by the minute, the Seelbach team went above and beyond to ensure that everything was absolutely perfect on my big day. I could not recommend the Seelbach more for the service, food, atmosphere, and every single beautiful detail! Heather Roney, the Senior Catering Sales Manager, made all of my wedding dreams come true. I feel so blessed to have had my bridal party get ready here and have my intimate reception here!
Margaret
Margaret Sent on 02/04/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Heather Roney and The Seelbach are First Class!

Heather at The Seelbach was absolutely amazing to work with. Throughout the wedding planning process, she was extremely attentive, responsive, flexible and personable. We loved her! The Seelbach Hotel is grand, elegant, and full of history. The prices are surprisingly reasonable considering the beauty of the venue and quality of the food. We would not change a thing. We were all truly tested trying to plan a wedding in the middle of a global pandemic. Heather and the management at The Seelbach could not have been more flexible and accommodating. We had to downsize the wedding twice, but they were there with new ideas and room/decorating options. They were willing to do whatever it took to make it the most special and meaningful day and evening for our daughter. The hotel is an absolutely beautiful venue with many reception options as well as gorgeous areas for the wedding party to get ready and beautiful rooms for the guests. First Class all the way!!
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Meredith Sent on 02/04/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Covid Bride helped by staff

Heather was incredibly helpful in adjusting our plans for the big day. The flexibility and grace shown to us as we changed our plans helped us to not be as stressed in these stressful times. I highly recommend using them. Also, I cannot speak highly enough of Paul Sant. He is a master in the kitchen and is a wonderful person!
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The Seelbach Hilton Louisville frequently asked questions

The Seelbach Hilton Louisville includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
  • Catering Services
The Seelbach Hilton Louisville includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at The Seelbach Hilton Louisville includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
The space offered by The Seelbach Hilton Louisville for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
  • Hotel
  • Museum
  • Restaurant
The Seelbach Hilton Louisville offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
The Seelbach Hilton Louisville offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Seelbach Hilton Louisville offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Seelbach Hilton Louisville 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
The Seelbach Hilton Louisville is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in flexibility, 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time and 4.9 in value.
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