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Nassau Inn

From 10 to 250 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Get Ready Rooms

Why couples loved this venue

  • Quality catering
  • Guests comfort
  • Amenities
Dasha
Corinne
Allie
Claire
Kaitlin

Recommended by 98% of couples

About this venue

The Nassau Inn is a hotel with a banquet hall and restaurant for couples looking to get married in the Central New Jersey area. This classic venue features all the elegant sophistication of a historic building, with the nearly tangible romance of another era. Couples can find this charming wedding venue in Princeton, New Jersey. Versatile settings, custom-tailored planning, catering, and gracious hospitality blend seamlessly, ensuring that everything is perfect.

Facilities and Capacity
Couples can celebrate their wedding day with up to 200 attendees. There are indoor and outdoor options at this venue for a couple’s wedding. The patio is a lovely space for a ceremony during warmer seasons. Upon this courtyard patio of stone, couples will find unique backdrops for their ceremony, from a wooden set wall to a bright red door built into a house of dark stone. While the outdoor spaces offer plenty of quirks and privacy for a couples wedding day, they can also choose to have the ceremony in one of the many intimate rooms in the inn. The Nassau Inn has one large ballroom for couples, with a number of other smaller event rooms. The Prince William Ballroom, the largest space, features a wooden dance floor upon the carpet, polished wooden molding around a white ceiling, golden chandeliers, subtle golden wallpaper, and other antique accents that add charm and romance to a couple’s wedding reception. The more petite Palmer Room is also available for couples’ wedding-related functions, from an indoor ceremony or an intimate reception to a shower or engagement party. This versatile room has only the limits of a couple’s imagination.

Services Offered
Overnight accommodations are available at this exquisite inn. There is also a suite and a kitchen team ready to create a wedding cake specially for each couple that comes through the door. Event planning and lighting, and sound services can be found through helpful staff members at this wedding venue. Guests will arrive with style thanks to onsite parking, valet parking, and shuttle service, leaving no one behind.

Cuisine
Couples don’t need to worry about ordering outside alcohol for their wedding reception. The fully stocked bar has everything couples will need, from champagne for a toast to premium liquor options. American cuisine can be prepared for a couple’s wedding menu, with options offered to accommodate most dietary restrictions. These dishes can be served in the following catering styles for a couple’s wedding:

  • Buffet
  • Cocktail reception
  • Dessert
  • Hors d’oeuvres
  • Outside cake
  • Plated
  • Servers
  • Stations
  • Tastings

Accommodation
Guest rooms and suites are available in this venue, each with its own unique vintage charm. In total, there are 157 guest rooms and 31 suites at the Nassau Inn. Though the styles and some of the furnishings are antique, all the technology in the hotel is new and up-to-date, allowing guests to rest in comfort. Suites feature separate sitting and sometimes dining areas for guests who choose to upgrade their stay.

History
The Nassau Inn began as the Nassau Tavern in 1756, when it was built by Judge Thomas Leonard. Following his passing, the tavern became an inn and welcomed many famous guests. This included the likes of Paul Revere, Robert Morris, and Thomas Paine, a guest who frequented the establishment. Through times of peace and war, surplus and hardship, the inn has stood its ground, making the facility the perfect location for couples to build their foundation of a new life.

Features

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 89 years in business

  • We speak English

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Weddings at this venue

Sheri & Troy's wedding
Sheri & Troy
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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?

$500

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

$500

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

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

$500

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

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

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

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
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?

13

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Hotel
Restaurant

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
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
Open Bar

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

March
April

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Reviews of Nassau Inn

Weddingwire
4.9/5 67 reviews
Google
4.2/5 1281 reviews
Dasha
Dasha Sent on 08/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Nassau Inn Wedding

We had the most incredible wedding at the Nassau Inn. Our coordinators Jaime and Tara were organized and fun to work with. The staff the day of went above and beyond. The food was great and ballroom was beautiful— very warm and intimate vibe.

The hotel itself is so charming and it was convenient to be able to go back to rooms after the reception. Our guests also loved the town of Princeton, there was so much for them to do.

It was a truly an amazing experience for us and all of our friends and family, I can’t recommend the Nassau Inn enough.
S
Sarah Sent on 05/27/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Wedding Venue!

We absolutely adored having our wedding at the Nassau Inn! We are about a month away from our wedding day and after reminiscing about the magical day with friends and family, there was a common thread in what everyone said: everyone that worked at the Nassau Inn was so nice and accommodating. The staff at the Nassau Inn was a dream to work with. They seemed just as excited about our wedding day as our guests did, and that made for such an amazing experience with them. Lahtia Spivey was our Sales Coordinator and Day-Of Coordinator and she was amazing. Her attention to detail and thoroughness led to a remarkably executed and seamless day. She was there for us every step of the way and was such a kind person to work with. It was also an amazing experience to almost “take over” the whole Inn for the wedding. Our ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, and after-party were all held in different spaces within the Inn, and it was fun for our guests to see so much of it throughout the night. We also had spring showers the day of our wedding, and the Lahtia was able to easily pivot us to an indoor space within the Nassau Inn for the ceremony. Overall, the whole event team at the Nassau Inn was wonderful to work with - we cannot recommend them as a venue enough!
Corinne
Corinne Sent on 09/27/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Historic Charm

We had our dream wedding at the Nassau Inn! I love historic buildings and this was perfect, right in Palmer Square. The food was excellent and having the hotel attached was perfect for guests and getting ready the morning of. We also held the rehearsal dinner there.
C
Christina Sent on 07/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Great location, cozy venue, amazing team!

We were interested in the Inn initially because we were getting married on campus and wanted a reception somewhere easy for our guests to get to — and it was totally the right choice! We had about 75 guests and held the cocktail hour in Lobby 2, dinner in the Palmer room, and dancing in the John Witherspoon. The space was perfect and our guests loved all the places to hang out during the night. We worked most closely with Jaime and she was so easy to communicate with and patient with us when we bumbled through the details. Day of (and our tasting) was headed by Roger and he was also totally awesome and was so on top of everything — was easy to trust him with last minute details!! We honestly didn’t have to lift a finger — everything was set up beautifully and taken down seamlessly. Received so many compliments on the food and it was convenient to have cake included in our package (we went with Sweet Gourmet and guests raved about her lemon cake). All in all a huge success and we were so happy we went with the Inn! (Photos by Lee Smathers)
Allie
Allie Sent on 06/18/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Roger and Team Were AMAZING!

Roger and the rest of the Nassau Inn team blew us away for our wedding of ~160 guests. Roger, our main venue coordinator, was flexible, attentive, and quick to respond. On the day of our wedding, Roger and Brittany, our maitre'd, ensured that our day went flawless. We feel very grateful to have had their support throughout the process.

The venue itself delivered throughout the weekend. Guests loved gathering in the Yankee Doodle Taproom, and the ballroom for our reception and Senior Room for our cocktail hour required no us because they were already perfect for our wedding. The food was awesome, and we really enjoyed our tasting with family members before the big day.

We would 10/10 recommend the Nassau Inn, and especially Roger and Brittany. Thank you for making the planning and our special day perfect.
Claire
Claire Sent on 09/27/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue in a Great Location

We were drawn to the Nassau Inn to host our reception because it was close to the church where we held our ceremony and to the center of town. The Banquet and Event Staff - Michelle and Kadie - were fantastic, professional, and responsive, making as many changes and additions as we needed up until the big day. Everything was set up beautifully - including moving around florals and other decor for different wedding events. We didn't need to lift a finger. On the day of, everything went off without a hitch and they made us feel truly special! I'd definitely recommend this beautiful location for your reception.
J
Joanna Sent on 05/28/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Venue for a Cozy Wedding

My husband and I chose Nassau Inn for our rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, and post-wedding breakfast. Why? Because it is the perfect venue for everything. A charming historical Inn with great decor, in the absolutely beautiful town of Princeton, the Nassau Inn made our wedding dreams come true. The Yankee Doodle Taproom also made the perfect place for the afterparty! The wedding packages offered include a delicious array of food options (at much better prices than what we found elsewhere!), and Jaime Wolf and her team took care of all the little details that would have driven us crazy. They were fantastic, answering all our wedding questions and fielding last-minute requests, and took a ton off our worry list. Nassau Inn has an experienced team, and knows how to add the special touches which made our wedding even better than planned. We could not recommend more highly.
K
Kevin Sent on 11/03/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Jaime and the Nassau Inn staff crushed it!

Working with Jaime at the Nassau Inn was one of the easiest experiences of our wedding planning. She was incredibly flexible with us and quick to respond on all of our questions. The staff were attentive and the food was great! The combination of the venue's staff working with our coordinator over at Magnolia West Events are truly a dream team and helped make our wedding magical and memorable.
S
Sara Sent on 01/24/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Best. Day. Ever!

Where do I begin?! We got married on 12/13/2019. From start to finish, our experience at Nassau Inn was amazing. Melissa is such a great person inside and out, and her staff is equally as fantastic. We had about 1 year 1/2 engagement, and everyone we were in contact with throughout the process was always professional and accomodating. As for the wedding day itself, everything went on without a hitch and was PERFECT. Food was delicious, the ambiance was spectacular, not a single complaint from anyone! Amongst all the stress, it can be difficult to imagine what the day will be like when it finally arrives. Melissa and everyone at Nassau Inn exceeded our expectations and vision - on a level we didn't even know was possible! We 100000% recommend the Nassau Inn to every couple looking for a truly wonderful wedding experience!
Kaitlin
Kaitlin Sent on 01/18/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Beautiful

This venue was incredible from the food to the holiday decor to the historical feel!! It was everything we could hope for in Christmas wedding!! They handle both the ceremony and the reception all in one place!! Our guests were raving over how delicious and how beautiful everything was!! Would highly recommend!!
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Team

Lahtia Spivey
Lahtia Spivey
Catering Sales Manager
Jaime Wolf
Jaime Wolf
Catering

Professional Network & Endorsements

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The Nassau Inn is one of those places that we always look forward to visiting. Melissa Dill and her team know what it means to provide incredible service and make people feel comfortable and relaxed. from their gorgeous landscapes for photos to their overnight accommodations, The Nassau Inn provides you everything you need for an unforgettable event! can't wait to work with you all soon

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Our staff and designers have worked with the Nassau Inn many times over the years and we can't recommend them enough to future brides. Not only do they make our job easier but feedback from our past brides is always the same - they were thrilled and happy with everything the Nassau Inn did to make their day special.

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Nassau Inn frequently asked questions

Nassau Inn includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Nassau Inn includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at Nassau Inn includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
The space offered by Nassau Inn for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Hotel
  • Restaurant
Nassau Inn offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Nassau Inn offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Nassau Inn offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
Nassau Inn offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Nassau Inn is recommended by 98% 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 professionalism, 4.9 in value and 4.8 in quality of service.
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