Our wedding here was absolutely perfect! We fell in love with the convenience of the downtown location close to the airport and right on the river. It truly is a venue that can’t be beat. Once we saw the reception space with the private veranda overlooking the river, we were completely sold.
Samm was one of the best parts of the entire planning process. She connected us with incredible vendors and kept everything running smoothly throughout the year and a half we worked together. During the wedding weekend, the rest of the hotel staff was just as amazing. Every family member and guest was thrilled with the service from Hotel Tampa Riverwalk as a whole.
We’ve heard nothing but rave reviews from our guests about every interaction they had from the food and drinks to the overall event experience. We could not recommend this venue (and Samm!) more highly!!

We just had our wedding at the Hotel Tampa on June 15th, and we don't even know where to begin. Firstly, I need to preface by mentioning that we needed to switch our venue in under a month, as our previous venue still had not reopened after the hurricane. With a wedding of almost 200 guests, this was a very stressful and daunting task. Samm was by our side from start to finish, ensuring that this switch was seamless, and made sure everything was exactly as we had envisioned it.

Firstly, the customer service from Samm and the entire hotel staff was unmatched! From the chef, to the valet, to the front desk workers, us and our guests had nothing but positive things to say. Secondly, the space was BEAUTIFUL!! The ballroom was spacious and had large windows with a stunning water view. Our guests (and us) loved stepping out on the terrace to see the view of the city during our event. Samm was with us the day of our wedding and felt like another coordinator. She made sure all of our requests and details were exactly as we wanted them, and everything was even better than we could've ever imagined!! The hotel rooms were extremely spacious and comfortable and all of our guests enjoyed their stay. The food at the wedding and the restaurant was SO tasty and many guests (including us) ate at the restaurant multiple times even though we had plenty of other food options nearby! Oh, and the location is right in the heart of Downtown Tampa along the water, with the most stunning views.

Because of Samm and the Hotel Tampa, we were able to have our dream wedding and the best night of our lives!!! They made it a stress-free experience despite the crazy, last minute change. We absolutely cannot thank them enough and would recommend this hotel and venue to anyone! We look forward to staying with them again in the future. THANK YOU SAMM & HOTEL TAMPA!!!

Our wedding at Hotel Tampa Riverwalk in May 2025 was nothing short of magical. Choosing this venue was deeply personal for us—it sits along the riverwalk where we’ve shared some of our most cherished moments: our first date, our engagement, and many anniversary celebrations. It only felt right to begin our married life in the same place where our love story has unfolded.

From the very beginning, Samm and Heather exceeded every expectation. Their dedication, warmth, and attention to detail made the planning process feel not only seamless but truly joyful. Samm, especially, was a light throughout this journey. She understood my vision completely, and her calm, confident presence gave me peace of mind every step of the way. What started as a professional relationship quickly turned into a heartfelt connection—Samm became so much more than someone I was planning a wedding with; she became a friend.

The day itself was executed flawlessly. Every detail reflected care and intention, and we felt so supported and celebrated. One of the most touching gestures came at the end of the night: Samm had our cake top saved for us and left a sweet little nightcap treat in our bridal suite, complete with a thoughtful note. After a night of dancing like crazy, it was the perfect ending to a perfect day—so personal, so unexpected, and so appreciated.

There’s not a single thing I would change. If you’re considering Hotel Tampa Riverwalk for your wedding, I can’t recommend it enough. It’s not just a beautiful venue—it’s a place where people truly care about your story, your vision, and your joy.

With a very full heart,
Ashleigh & Chris

Samm and the whole team at Tampa Riverwalk Hotel worked with me and my wife to make every detail of our wedding perfect. Our wedding reception went off great without any major hitches. The Riverwalk Ballroom was a great venue. All of our wedding guests were very complementary regarding our wedding reception.

Having our daughter’s wedding at Hotel Tampa Riverwalk was perfect with its central location in Downtown directly on the River overlooking University of Tampa’s gorgeous campus! From Day One Samantha Fairlie helped to make the big day be an unforgettable, special one. She was the perfect liaison between the bride, her wedding planner and all of the vendors, keeping everyone on schedule and on the same page. She acted professional and was extremely organized. Anytime we had a question, she responded quickly! During the rehearsal and wedding day, she was present and available. From the ceremony in the beautiful Riverview Room to the reception in the Grand Riverwalk Ballroom, everything went according to plan!

Finding the right wedding venue is indeed crucial, but having a dedicated and reliable person like Sam to guide us through the planning and execution process made a significant difference.

Sam played such a pivotal and positive role in ensuring a smooth and memorable wedding day for our daughter and her husband. Sam was communicative, transparent, and her attention to detail, truly influenced the success of the entire event.

Her dedication and professionalism not only helped alleviate stress but also contributed to the seamless execution of our vision for the wedding.

She is a great ambassador for your hotel, a skilled professional, and an invaluable asset.

We wanted to share our positive experience and will highly recommend Sam and your hotel for future events.

We had the best experience with the Hotel Tampa Riverwalk. The wedding planning process could be stressful, but I felt calm and reassured knowing we were in good hands with Samm and the rest of the staff. Samm was extremely attentive and responsive throughout our planning and a huge help on the night of the wedding making sure everything was going smoothly. The Riverwalk ballroom was the perfect size for our guests and has the best view of the river (especially at night!). The food was amazing and the bartenders were quick, efficient, and fun. I know a lot of guests also appreciated the coffee and water station provided throughout the night. We were so pleased with the entire experience and thankful for the valet (especially Marcus), servers, bartenders, Samm, Esteban, Chef Bill, and other hotel staff who made our wedding weekend so amazing. We would definitely recommend hosting your event here!!

After our February 2023 wedding, I absolutely recommend Hotel Tampa Riverwalk! As a stressed out Type A bride, the staff was so easy to work with and so helpful. They made our day go perfectly and I know it wouldn’t have been possible without the amazing staff here. Samm, the catering manager, was an absolute gem. She responded quickly and answer every last question I had! When it came to actual wedding day they were organized and helpful. Samm helped organize our venders and coordinated with me to get all our family photos done but still hide my dress from our general attendees. Our guests raved about the food and service and were absolutely blown away my how beautiful the ballroom was. If you are looking for a beautiful riverwalk venue with total package and great customer service, this is the venue for you!

There are not enough adjectives to describe how incredible our experience was with the Sheraton Tampa Riverwalk Hotel for our September wedding! Everything - from setting a date, picking our menu, doing walkthroughs and the day of were flawless! Brooke Potter was an absolute blessing. Due to COVID and all of the changes that brought our way, Brooke was already 2 steps ahead of us with plans and alternatives, and was always very responsive to our needs, calls and emails. The hotel itself was able to accommodate all of our out-of-state guests and everybody had nothing but great things to say about their rooms. Our complimentary suite was perfect for the bridal party to get ready in the morning of the wedding and was cleaned up and reset for us to spend the night in after our wedding, too. Everyone on staff simply couldn't do enough and were constantly asking us (and our family and guests!) if there was anything that they could do for us. The day of the wedding went so smoothly and everything was just as we imagined it. Brooke seemed like she was in 20 places as once, always within reach that day for ANYTHING (heck, she even brought me a drink while we waited for ceremony time!). The food!! The food was SO good! Every meal was served hot, tasted fantastic and the wait staff all had smiles on their faces. It was the most beautiful day in a gorgeous venue and was everything we dreamed it would be. Thank you isn't enough for this staff and venue!

We booked our wedding reception at the Sheraton and we were blown away! My contact with the hotel was Brooke and she was very professional and responsive. I was booking with them 3 months prior to our wedding, since our first location cancelled, and Brooke made it stress-free. The food was amazing and the entire staff was wonderful and made sure we were happy the entire night! The set up was beautiful and everything was perfect. I couldn’t have been happier with our wedding day!