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About

Hotel Fontenot is a chic and stylish wedding venue situated in a historic 1844 building in the heart of downtown New Orleans, Louisiana. This sleek, contemporary locale embodies the true spirit of NOLA with ornately styled event spaces and Southern hospitality.

Facilities and Capacity

At Hotel Fontenot, there are plenty of playful touches that, when combined with the warm and inviting atmosphere, make this venue shine. The Peacock Room is one of the hotel’s most vibrant spaces for anything from the rehearsal dinner to cocktail hour. Eclectic and opulent, this room features rich, jewel-toned hues and intriguing lighting for an elevated New Orleans vibe. Breezy, outdoor ceremonies and receptions of up to 170 guests can be held out on the King Rooftop Terrace, while larger-than-life bashes can be held inside the Ballroom. This event space, which can be tailored to match any wedding’s theme, can accommodate up to 375 guests for an unforgettable reception. Alternatively, intimate elopements, micro-weddings, or rehearsal dinners of up to 50 guests can be held in the King Brasserie, a sophisticated room with detailed flooring and windowed walls.

Services Offered

The team at Hotel Fontenot aims to welcome you and your guests, making their hotel your home away from home. They’ll be available throughout the planning process, guiding you every step of the way and helping you sort through all the details, from wedding room blocks to your wedding meal. The award-winning culinary team can walk you through its packages, helping you land on the custom menu of your dreams. From its exceptional food to its beautiful settings, let Hotel Fontenot make your New Orleans wedding one to remember.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

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?

$2,000

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

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?

Server(s)

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

Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

10

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Historic Building
Hotel
Restaurant
Rooftop

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
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
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?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
June
July
August
September
December

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Hotel Fontenot frequently asked questions

Hotel Fontenot includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Hotel Fontenot includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Hotel Fontenot includes:
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by Hotel Fontenot for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Historic Building
  • Hotel
  • Restaurant
  • Rooftop
Hotel Fontenot offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Hotel Fontenot offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Hotel Fontenot offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Hotel Fontenot offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Furniture
  • Tables
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