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Omni Charlottesville Hotel
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The couple with the bridesmaids and groomsmen
Omni Charlottesville Hotel
Omni Charlottesville Hotel
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Couple's kiss
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Omni Charlottesville Hotel
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Candid shot of the bride and bridesmaids
Omni Charlottesville Hotel
Omni Charlottesville Hotel

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Where Timeless Elegance Meets Modern Luxury At Omni Charlottesville Hotel

For over twenty years, the Omni Charlottesville Hotel has been a beloved choice for weddings, offering a unique blend of local Southern charm and refined elegance. Located in the heart of Charlottesville, VA, our venue is deeply rooted in the rich history and aesthetics of region's historic estates, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for your special day. Following a breathtaking renovation in fall 2023, we have enhanced our classic appeal, making us the perfect destination for a truly unforgettable celebration.

Impeccable Facilities and Capacity

Our hotel features 14,000 square feet of beautifully renovated indoor event space, designed to host up to 400 guests. With two newly redesigned, exquisite spaces, couples can exchange vows and celebrate in an environment that honors the timeless beauty of our local heritage.

Exclusive Services Offered

At The Omni Charlottesville Hotel, we pride ourselves on providing a seamless and extraordinary wedding experience. Our offerings include:

  • Personalized event planning by seasoned professionals
  • Flawless setup and cleanup services
  • A wide range of stylish event rentals, from elegant décor to a sleek dance floor, upscale tables, chairs, luxurious linens, and premium barware
  • Expert bartenders and attentive servers to cater to your every need

Gourmet Cuisine

Treat your guests to an exceptional culinary journey with our newly curated menus. Our gourmet wedding packages feature:

  • Stylish cocktail receptions with an exquisite selection of gourmet hors d’oeuvres
  • Artfully presented buffet or plated dinner options
  • Exceptional bar packages, including wine service, signature cocktails, and a choice of local wines, beers, and spirits

Luxurious Accommodations

Our accommodations reflect the same attention to detail and charm. Guests can relax in our beautifully appointed rooms, featuring options with one king bed or two queen beds. For those seeking a more indulgent experience, our expansive suites offer additional comfort and space for entertaining and preparing for the big day.

Prime Location

Situated on the picturesque historic downtown mall, Omni Charlottesville Hotel is conveniently located just 20 minutes from Charlottesville Regional Airport. This prime location combines the charm of Virginia’s renowned wine country with easy access, providing the perfect backdrop for your wedding celebration.

Celebrate your love story at The Omni Charlottesville Hotel, where local Southern charm and the timeless beauty of our historic estates come together to create an unforgettable wedding experience.

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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?

$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?

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?

$11

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

House Beer
House Wine
Open Bar
Specialty Beer

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

14

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Historic Building
Hotel

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
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?

Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March

Reviews of Omni Charlottesville Hotel

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Lisa Sent on 05/05/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The elevator makes an awesome entrance.
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Axelle Sent on 02/21/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Sara Wanderlingh is the most amazing person to work with--she is ALWAYS available, has a solution to everything, and if you can't make your mind up she is ready and waiting to step in. I read reviews about the Omni and about Sara before I booked and everyone talked about how nice she was. I took them all with a grain of salt knowing that I do not click well with people in general and thought it would be okay but not as amazing as everyone said. Never in a million years would I have imagined how perfect of a job she and the staff at the Omni would have done. Everything was amazing and every review was correct. From the first visit of viewing the location to our tasting, everything was done with elegance and you really felt special every step of the way. The cocktail hour in the atrium was simply breathtaking, the food was fantastic, the set up was perfect, the guests keep telling me how amazingly they were treated by the staff. They took care of every little detail, even things I over looked. When I said, "I don't know" Sara said, "don't worry I've got it". When I didn't like how something looked on a plate or a certain ingredient Sara assured me she would make it perfect. When Sara was on maternity leave her replacement was equally as wonderful. I could not have asked for a more perfect day. I would recommend the Omni to anyone that is looking for a sophisticated, fun, beautiful, yet affordable wedding in Charlottesville. I loved loved loved it!!! Thank you!
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Lauren Sent on 01/16/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The Omni was great to work with for our wedding reception! They were very responsive to emails and were super organized with all of our requests and timelines. We worked with both Sara and Deana and they were great. They made the ballroom look so beautiful and put our tables together exactly as we requested. They were willing to meet with us whenever we needed and discuss any ideas/issues/questions we may have. They made our wedding day so stress-free!
User3086052 Sent on 06/10/2017
5 out of 5 rating
The wedding reception was wonderful. The entire staff, from sales, bell desk, front desk, food service and house keeping provided top service. Nothing was overlooked. Perfect place for any happy celebration .
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Ariel Sent on 03/29/2016
5 out of 5 rating
I cannot find the words to describe how absolutely wonderful our experience with the Omni Hotel Charlottesville was. Sara Wanderlingh is an absolute dream to work with. After our first email communication with Sara, we knew we wanted to book the Omni immediately. My husband and I were planning everything ourselves, and often had a small idea that we would bring up to Sara, and she would immediately have a great solution to our problem. Sara always responded to my emails within a day, even times when I would receive an out-of-office notification. The planning process was a breeze working with the Omni.

The weekend of our wedding, the Omni really blew us away. Our families were greeted with wine and cheese plates in each of their rooms, along with a lovely hand-written note from Sara. The day of our wedding was incredible. Everything was executed flawlessly, and the Omni staff went WELL above and beyond anything we expected with our décor and the service. Our guests could not compliment the cocktail hour hors-d'oeuvres enough (they were delicious! Thank you to the Omni for saving my husband and me a plate!).

We did not specify an exact setup for the cake table or favors table, and expected those items to just be laid out as they were. When we saw the display that Sara and the Omni staff had created, we were speechless; it was gorgeous. Our guests were very impressed with the food, which was fantastic! Sara thought of everything, and our wedding reception was breathtakingly beautiful.

I could go on for hours about how wonderful Sara and the Omni were. There were so many small things that Sara thought of and did that we are so appreciative of! THANK YOU so very much to Sara and the Omni staff for helping us to celebrate our special day and for all of their hard work in making our wedding so wonderful!!!
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User2464665 Sent on 09/25/2015
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I stayed elsewhere when in town for our wedding, but we blocked rooms here for our guests and also had a post wedding brunch. All communication with the staff was efficient and friendly. The hotel is at a wonderful location for anyone out of town and there are plenty of places to walk to. I would highly recommend the hotel.
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Abbey Sent on 03/12/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Sara Wanderlingh and the Omni Hotel out did themselves for our wedding. Everyone of our guests said our wedding was the most beautiful wedding and that we easily had the best food. The food was outstanding, and the staff did a great job of organizing our room block with welcome bags and gifts and changing over decor from the ceremony to the reception. I don't know how you would plan a wedding without Sara Wanderlingh. She is a dream to work with. She is a great problem solver, very proactive, and incredibly reliable. She is fun to work with, and our wedding went off without a hitch because of her.
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Rosanne Sent on 11/12/2014
5 out of 5 rating
I can't say enough about the fabulous Sales and Catering Team at the Omni. Working with Sara Wanderlingh made everything about our wedding a breeze. From the rehearsal, to the ceremony in 1/3 of the ballroom, to the cocktail hour in the atrium, to the reception in the 2/3 of the ballroom, everything about our experience with the Omni was a solid 10. Sara responded to my frantic e-mails throughout the year I was engaged, instantaneously! She took great care placing all of my personal items throughout the wedding and making sure everything was rounded up for us to pack up later. I really appreciated the complimentary bottles of champagne, chocolate covered strawberries, buffet take out boxes, and leftover cupcakes placed in our suite. They even went to far as to clean and reorganize everything for when my husband and I returned to the suite that night. We had one snafu with my mother-in-law's reservation being cut by a day, but that was easily fixed and Sara responded to the situation personally. The food prepared by Chef Josh was excellent and my groom and family kept saying how delicious everything was. Sara even took the time to assign wait staff to my grandmothers who were seated in the reception early and saw that they were waited on and taken care of. The Omni made my wedding day a dream come true and made for fabulous photos on the Downtown Mall. I highly recommend them to anyone looking to get married in Charlottesville!
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Sara Sent on 11/11/2014
5 out of 5 rating
We had our November wedding (ceremony, cocktail hour, & reception) at the Omni Charlottesville and cannot say enough good things about the Omni. From the start, the Sales and Catering teams were amazing - they were very responsive, had great suggestions, and played a huge part in the success of planning our wedding. We had our ceremony in one-third of the ballroom and it was transformed into our reception area during the cocktail hour. This transformation was absolutely stunning! The Omni staff followed our decoration wishes perfectly, and everything looked beautiful. And the Atrium was a beautiful place for cocktail hour! Our guests raved about the floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Downtown Mall. Additionally, the food and drink service was wonderful at the reception. The food was delicious (all of our guests said it was the best wedding food they've had!) and the service staff made sure it was replenished. The staff also made sure our wine and champage glasses were never empty. Their prompt service helped to make our reception very enjoyable! Beautiful venue for a wedding and great package options for food/beverage/facilities!
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Stephanie Sent on 06/30/2014
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I could not have been happier with our experience at the Omni! We mainly interacted with Sara and Chef Josh, both of whom went above and beyond to make us feel like their only clients.

We wanted a multi-course wine-paired dinner, focusing on local wines and ingredients--definitely not standard wedding fare. Chef Josh came up with an AMAZING menu that gave us that while also catering to several food allergies. Dinner was beyond amazing, and the desserts were even better. I still dream about the caramelized fennel and goat cheese crostini appetizer. People loved the variety of food and how unique and delicious it was. It was a wonderful touch to come back up to the room after the wedding and find that the Omni had left some chocolate-covered strawberries and champagne for us--such a sweet surprise!

Sara priced out special ordering the local wines and beers that we wanted to feature, and she was very helpful when we decided to purchase it ourselves to save on costs. She helped us coordinate delivering it to the Omni, making sure it stayed safe before the wedding, etc.

Another way that the Omni went above and beyond is that they would let us use their ballroom to practice our first dance when it was not in use. It was wonderful to be able to practice in the actual space (we're dancers). The dance floor was a good size, and everyone was always helpful and prompt in their interactions with us, especially Sara! She was a godsend in helping to coordinate everything...we never worried about anything because we knew that she had it covered!

The atrium is one of my favorite spaces in Charlottesville, and it made the perfect setting for our ceremony. The Omni closed off the area to outsiders, so we didn't have people walking through our ceremony. And I loved coming down the glass elevator for my grand entrance. The ballroom is a pretty standard hotel ballroom, so we had some uplighting to change the mood a bit, and it was perfect.
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This is more than a hotel...this is an experience in the center of the roots of American history. For the bride who wants to walk in the footsteps of some of the most notable and stunning Southern brides, consider the Omni as a part of your lovely, romantic Charlottesville wedding day. The amenities, the hospitality, the views, the decor...everything is simply stunning, classic and unforgettable.

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Omni Charlottesville Hotel frequently asked questions

Omni Charlottesville Hotel 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
Omni Charlottesville Hotel includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Omni Charlottesville Hotel includes:
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Specialty Beer
The space offered by Omni Charlottesville Hotel for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Historic Building
  • Hotel
Omni Charlottesville Hotel offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
Omni Charlottesville Hotel offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Omni Charlottesville Hotel offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Omni Charlottesville Hotel offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Omni Charlottesville Hotel is recommended by 94% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.7 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in average response time, 4.8 in flexibility, 4.7 in professionalism, 4.6 in quality of service and 4.5 in value.
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