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Loma Grant
Woman-owned
90 years in business
We speak English
Medium team (11-20 members)
Riverside Hotel is a classic ballroom wedding venue in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The venue is versatile, with indoor and outdoor spaces for both ceremony and reception. It strives to give couples everything they need to bring their wedding vision to life. It is located near the beautiful Fort Lauderdale beaches and Port Everglades and conveniently near the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. With luxury facilities, couples and guests will enjoy their time at Riverside Hotel.
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With amenities at the hotel and nearby, guests can relax and enjoy their stay during the big wedding weekend. Tables, gold Chiavari chairs, flatware and glassware, linens, and napkins are provided for catering services. The venue offers Setup, clean up, and valet parking for every guest's convenience. A dance floor, lighting, and sound systems are all available to entertain you and your guests. In addition to hosting your ceremony and reception at Riverside Hotel, couples may also use the hotel to host their engagement party and bridal shower.
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With eight event spaces, couples can host 250 guests at Riverside Hotel. Palms and lush Florida foliage provide a serene ambiance on the New River Patio. The Himmarshee Ballroom provides a luxurious charm perfect for couples who dream of a bit of elegance on their wedding day. The Skyline Terrace is attached to the Himmarshee Ballroom and offers fantastic views of the river and city skyline to the ocean. As a hotel, Riverside Hotel offers accommodations for couples and their guests. Each of the 231 rooms offers gorgeous views with comfortable and modern amenities. Rooms from classic standard to executive king are available, with various room styles in between. ADA-compliant rooms are also available, so there is a perfect space for every couple and guest.
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The Wild Sea Oyster Bar and Grille provides in-house catering and bar services. The diverse menu means there is something every guest can enjoy for their meal while preparing to dance the night away.
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The Riverside Hotel in Ft. Lauderdale is highly praised by wedding guests for its stunning locations such as the River Patio, Skyline Terrace, and Himmarshee Ballroom, each offering individual charm and breathtaking views. Loma, the Director of Catering Sales, is commended for her exceptional coordination and support, making the planning process smooth and the wedding day extra special. Guests appreciate the beautiful accommodations, delicious food sourced from onsite restaurants, and seamless execution of ceremonies and receptions. The venue's inclusive packages, professional team, and attention to detail, including a backup plan for inclement weather, are highlighted as exceptional, with many guests mentioning it as the best wedding experience they've had.
Wedding 10.13.2024
Our Perfect Wedding
Although we were unable to see the guest rooms during visits to the Riverside, everything turned out well. We didn’t realize that a little extra patience would come in handy, and thus, were surprised when the rooms were more beautiful in person than imagined. The bridal suite itself was magnificent, showcasing such modern finishes and breathtaking views. Our wedding guests were equally pleased with their accommodations.
Our wedding day turned out to be exactly what we had envisioned. The setup for the ceremony (located on the River Patio) the cocktail hour (on the Skyline Terrace) and the reception (in the Himmarshee Ballroom) were exquisite, with breathtaking views each offering a bit of individual charm and character to our wedding. If we could go back in time, we would find our way back to the Riverside Hotel and do it all again. Our experience from beginning to end was worth it.
Thank you so much Loma and the entire Riverside team for helping to make our day a success. My husband and I can’t stop reminiscing about our wedding and our guests continue complimenting us on what a beautiful wedding it was.
Amazing venue and amazing day!
professional staff, good value!
Highest Recommendations Possible!
Beautiful wedding at Riverside
The best venue and staff!!
There is no other venue you need to consider
Beautiful Venue
Riverside was the perfect mix of old Florida charm, downtown nightlife, & the ease & convenience of having everything in one place. We had our ceremony on the beautiful ground floor, patio near the water, cocktail hour on the terrace overlooking the city, and the reception in the air-conditioned ballroom. The food and cake were both delicious and our guests kept complementing us on the beauty of the venue. Riverside was so easy to work with and made the planning process seamless. It was truly the best night ever
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Riverside Hotel is a beautiful and unique setting for a wedding or special event. In fact, we celebrated our honeymoon night there 23 years ago. The staff was friendly and the food was delicious. There's a beautiful balcony in the old wing that overlooks Las Olas Boulevard.
One of the top wedding venues in Ft. Lauderdale. The staff is friendly & accomodating, the food & service is tops....
The Riverside Hotel is one of our favorite locations!! With such an beautiful and unique location paired with a top notch catering department you will find the best choice for any event at The Riverside Hotel.
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