About Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel
Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel is a destination wedding venue located in the heart of downtown Buffalo. Couples planning their ceremony or reception will truly find an elegant backdrop in this refurbished historic hotel; from the glittering crystal chandeliers above to the gleaming polished hardwood floors below. The architectural details surrounds you with beauty. Your wedding party will feel as if they all slipped back into a bygone era of glamour and elegance in this magnificent venue. It is an exeptional venue and perfect for weddings of 20 - 350, engagement parties, showers, rehearsal dinners and much more! Facilities and Capacity The Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel has three separate and uniquely decorated ballrooms. The Marquis Ballroom boasts a theatrical stage, large crystal chandeliers, gleaming hardwood floors and an adjectent room for cocktail hour. Our AAA Room is adjacent to the Marquis Ballroom and can accommodate cocktail hour for larger weddings or small intimate weddings and social affairs. Mahogany walls, marble tile floors and floor to ceiling windows surround you with historic opulence. Our Crystal Ballroom is adorn with original brass and crystal chanfeliers, intricate gold beams, floor to ceiling windows, marble floors and a raised seating area around the perimeter. This elegant space with luxurious touches easily accomodates up to 150 guests. Services Offered As you prepare and plan for your wedding at the Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel, you will receive the assistance of our experienced wedding specialist. These experienced specialists know exactly how to make your wedding dreams into a reality. They will take care of your wedding details and make sure you have everything you need. We will outfit you with complimentary gold chiavari chairs, linens, glassware, china, and flatware. Couples are welcome to bring in their preferred outside vendors or we will help you with arrangements with booking preferred vendoes and wedding specialists. We offer valet parking at an additional charge. The building is wheelchair accessible.
Hotel Services Enjoy all of the comforts of home in the Lafayette Hotel one bedroom hotel rooms and suites.
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The Marquis de Lafayette was the perfect venue for our April 2019 wedding. The antique hotel architecture of the Marquis ballroom was a beautiful location for our ceremony. The guests could easily see and hear us. After the ceremony guests enjoyed a cocktail hour in the Crystal Ballroom while the staff turned the ceremony space into our lovely reception.
Prior to the wedding, I asked both the recommended DJ and Rachel Catalano, the Catering Sales Manager for Marquis de Lafayette for sound recommendations for the ceremony. Both recommended using a wireless mic, so I paid extra for the wireless mic. After I walked down the aisle and arrived at the stage for the ceremony, I realized our officiant did not have the wireless mic. I was actually glad she did not have it because everyone was able to hear us well, even in the back row. Unfortunately, during the reception the echo from the stage paired with the wireless mic made it difficult for some guests to hear the speeches. For any other couple who plans to use the stage at Marquis de Lafayette I would actually recommend either NOT using a microphone or having the people making speeches NOT on the stage. Guests were able to hear the pastor and he spoke from the side of the room and not the stage.
During the reception, I asked my Dad to put a piece of cookie cake aside for me. He came back and said he couldn’t find it. After investigation, we found out Wegmans did not deliver it. It was supposed to be a full sheet, half our total cake order from Wegmans! I had told the representative at Marquis de Lafayette what to expect from Wegmans. I wish they had notified us earlier in the day so Wegmans could be contacted and bring it. Luckily, we had enough cake. I suppose if the worst thing that happened on my wedding day was one of my four cakes was not delivered I’m very luckily!
The Marquis de Lafayette staff at the reception was very helpful and willing to help my family and I in any way. My Mom was thankful the staff helped her collect all the décor and leftover favors.
Parking downtown can be tricky especially for out of town guests or when other events are occurring simultaneously downtown. We decided to use the valet service offered by the hotel for the wedding. The valet is part of the Hotel at the Lafayette not the Marquis de Lafayette. It seemed to work out well for the event, but the hotel valet was understaffed Thursday, Friday and Saturday morning.
Guests loved being able to run up to the room and not needing to go outside. Overall, we are very happy with our choice to have our wedding at The Marquis de Lafayette and would recommend it as a wedding venue. Thank you to the staff for helping to make our wedding the best wedding we have ever been to (we may be biased) and truly the best day of our lives.
Sent on 04/16/2019
Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel's reply:
Hi Elizabeth!
Many thanks for your post. We love all of our weddings at the Hotel Lafayette and are always excited to create fabulous memories for our couples. I apo;ogize re the valet and will speak to the Hotel Management team in regard to their staff so we can correct it for future parties. Re the cake, we weren't sure if one of the cakes were 1/2 and 1/2 and unfortunately didn't discover it until it was time to cut and serve.
I am happy that you enjoyed and we wish you a lifetime of happiness, love and laughter.
The best to you both!
Molly Koessler
Classic Events
Katie F.
· Married on 11/03/2018
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
Amazing experience!
My wedding was held in the Crystal Ballroom (the smaller of the two ballrooms run by Marquis De Lafayatte). Ali and her team did an amazing job making my wedding a perfect experience! The food was delicious, the staff was great, and I can't think of one thing to complain about. Ali was responsive to every email I sent prior to the wedding and was always helpful. Everyone had a great time and I felt supported every step of the way.
Sent on 11/08/2018
Andrea
· Married on 07/07/2017
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
I couldn't be happier with our choice in venue!!! Working with the team at Hotel Lafayette (through Acqua) was great. They were extremely responsive, professional and fun to be around. I'm so glad they were part of our big day!
Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel 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?
$ 500.00
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?
$ 500.00
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?
$ 500.00
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?
$ 500.00
Which of the following are included in starting site fee?
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables
Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?
Cake Cutting
Server(s)
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine
What is the maximum capacity of your venue?
380
What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?
20
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
3
Describe your venue:
Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Hotel
What kind of settings are available?
Indoor
Scenic Views
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
Event Planner
Outside Vendors
Set Up
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
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine
What event items are available?
Chairs
Tables
What food and beverage items are available?
Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
What transportation and access is available?
Valet
Wheelchair Access
What months are included in your peak season?
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
What months are included in your off-peak season?
January
February
March
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Kelli & Joshua
12/30/2017
Buffalo, NY
3 Wedding Deals & Discounts
2020 Weddings!
To all you newly engaged couples - if you book your wedding, rehearsal, or bridal shower in any of our ballrooms @Marquis de Lafayette, you will receieve 1 complimentary upgrade!
1. Event must take place in 2020
2. Event must be booked by March 31, 2020
Friday Wedding Incentives
Offering Special Complimentary Upgrades for Friday and Weekday Weddings- Inquire within!
Winter Weddings
Offering Specially Priced Winter Wedding Packages January thru March with Discounted Package Pricing and much more!
Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel frequently asked questions
What items and services are included in the starting site fee at Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel?
Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables
At Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel, what items and services related to wedding catering are included in the cost?
Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
Cake Cutting
Server(s)
At Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel, what does the bar service starting price include?
The bar service starting price at Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel includes:
Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine
What are the most important characteristics of Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel in terms of venue type, style and location?
The space offered by Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel for wedding events is known for:
Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Hotel
What kind of indoor/outdoor options are available at Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel for wedding events?
Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
Indoor
Scenic Views
What kind of wedding events does Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel offer?
Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel offers the following types of wedding events:
Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner
What services does Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel offer for wedding events?
Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel offers the following services for wedding events:
Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Event Planner
Outside Vendors
Set Up
Wifi
What furniture and decorations does Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel have available for wedding events?
Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
Chairs
Tables
What percentage of users recommend Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel and which are the most valued aspects of their wedding services?
Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel is recommended by 87% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.5 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.6 in quality of service, 4.5 in flexibility, 4.5 in professionalism, 4.4 in value and 4.2 in average response time.
What kind of wedding service promotions does Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel offer?
Marquis De Lafayette Ballrooms @ the Lafayette Hotel currently offers 2 offer promotions and 1 discount promotion for wedding services.
