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Meghan Stracka
Manager
78 years in business
We speak English
Small team (2-10 members)
The Edgewater's rich history began when its doors first opened in 1948. Since then, they've celebrated thousands of weddings at the legendary location on the water's edge of Lake Mendota. The urban resort is the only property with a AAA Four Diamond rating in Madison or Dane County, boasts a dedicated wedding team, gorgeous flexible venues and a creative culinary team who creates unforgettable events.
- Over 40,000 sq.ft. of special event spaces
- 202 Luxurious Guest Rooms
- Full Service Spa, Salon + Wellness Center
- Several dining outlets offering the best of the Midwest
- Located in the heart of downtown, steps away from the Capitol and University
Whether you're planning a wedding shower, rehearsal dinner, or wedding celebration, this is the place for traditions and lasting memories.
Services Offered
The Edgewater Hotel provides a range of different options couples can choose from. The venue offers additional services like:
- Full Service Catering
- Full Service Bar & Speciality Drinks
- Getting Ready Room Options
- Audio Visual Services
- House tables, chairs, linens, glass, china, and silverware
History
The Edgewater Hotel was founded in 1948 in the city of Madison, Wisconsin. Just steps from the the University of Wisconsin-Madison and State Capitol, The Edgewater has been a site for waterfront relaxation, fine dining and entertainment for decades! The Edgewater has also hosted a wide array of celebrities such as Elvis Presley, Elton John, and Bob Marley. Renovated in September 2014, The Edgewater is continuing to write their history.
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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?
$2,000
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?
$1,000
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?
$1,000
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?
$1,000
Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?
Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables
Transportation
Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?
Server(s)
What is the starting price per person for bar service?
$44
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Signature Drink
What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?
30
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
6
Describe your venue:
Ballroom
Historic Building
Hotel
Rooftop
Waterfront
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
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi
What catering services do you offer?
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
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
Chairs
Dance Floor
Drapery
Tables
What food and beverage items are available?
Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
What transportation and access is available?
Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access
What months are included in your peak season?
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
What months are included in your off-peak season?
January
February
November
December
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Reviews of The Edgewater
Weddingwire
67 reviews
Google
2623 reviews
Beth Sent on 08/24/2019
5 out of 5 rating
Smooth and worry free
Staff was excellent and pro active. Made sure I was happy throughout the day. Food was amazing! As the bride I didn't eat much, but what I did eat was great. My guests raved about the food for a week! Roof top was AMAZING!
Emily Sent on 06/13/2019
5 out of 5 rating
The BEST place in Madison to have a wedding!
Words truly cannot describe how amazing the Edgewater is. The staff, the service, the ammenities, the location... they were all so perfect. We worked closely with Meghan and she was outstanding. She made things as easy as possible, especially since we were planning a Wisconsin wedding while living in Ohio. They take their weddings very seriously and make sure that you have the absolute best weekend. Our wedding guests said that this was the best wedding they've ever been to, and were raving about the food. Meghan took care of every last detail as the event coordinator - she even knew our favorite drinks and brought them to us after the ceremony. When we got back to our room after the ceremony, there were flowers, champagne and chocolate strawberries up there for us with a handwritten card from the Edgewater staff. They made our wedding weekend absolutely perfect. This is a top-notch business that I can not recommend highly enough. We definitely are planning on making the trip back to the Edgewater for our anniversary.
Beth Sent on 01/15/2019
5 out of 5 rating
Exceptional Elegance!
If you want an iconic, elegant wedding, the Edgewater Hotel is the place to go. We had our wedding there January 12th, and they exceeded our expectations. Shae, the wedding coordinator, is beyond exceptional. She anticipated issues, and had options to deal with every possible scenario. Staff went above and beyond to make our guests feel welcomed. My brother has a deathly seafood allergies, and everyone watched out for him. The venue is absolutely gorgeous and the lake view rooms are exquisite. We had our entire weekend of events there, including an intimate rehearsal dinner. The food was outstanding. I highly recommend The Edgewater for your special day!
Caitlin Sent on 12/17/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Beautiful venue, wonderful staff and service!
The Edgewater was the perfect venue for my ceremony and reception - without a doubt, it's one of the best (if not the best!) wedding venues in the Madison, WI area.
The Edgewater is absolutely stunning and elegant, but just as importantly - the staff is excellent: incredibly professional and accommodating. The entire process - from planning through the event itself - was seamless, in large part thanks to Shae, our wedding coordinator at The Edgewater. She is AMAZING at her job. I felt comfortable not having a wedding planner because she's so on top of everything and so incredibly helpful.
All in all, we had a wonderful experience with The Edgewater - I can't recommend the venue highly enough!
The Edgewater is absolutely stunning and elegant, but just as importantly - the staff is excellent: incredibly professional and accommodating. The entire process - from planning through the event itself - was seamless, in large part thanks to Shae, our wedding coordinator at The Edgewater. She is AMAZING at her job. I felt comfortable not having a wedding planner because she's so on top of everything and so incredibly helpful.
All in all, we had a wonderful experience with The Edgewater - I can't recommend the venue highly enough!
Megan Sent on 12/15/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Wedding Day
We cannot say enough good things about our wedding experience at The Edgewater! Everyone we dealt with from start to finish was amazing! Shae was fabulous and always quick to respond. The staff at the wedding (bartender, wait staff, etc.) were all wonderful. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect day!
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The Edgewater is such an elegant place for us to perform for wedding ceremonies, receptions and dinner, as well as corporate parties and family events year round. The Camerata String Quartet has appreciated the direct assistance of staff and administration as they seek to provide an extraordinary ambiance for their guests! Camerata String Quartet/Madison WI
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The Edgewater frequently asked questions
The Edgewater includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
- Bridal Suite
- Chairs
- China
- Clean Up
- Event Planning
- Flatware
- Glassware
- Lighting/Sound
- Linens
- Parking
- Set Up
- Tables
- Transportation
The Edgewater includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
- Server(s)
The bar service starting price at The Edgewater includes:
- Bartender(s)
- House Beer
- House Liquor
- House Wine
- Signature Drink
The space offered by The Edgewater for wedding events is known for:
- Ballroom
- Historic Building
- Hotel
- Rooftop
- Waterfront
The Edgewater offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
- Indoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
The Edgewater offers the following types of wedding events:
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Bridal Shower
- Engagement Party
- Elopements
- Rehearsal Dinner
The Edgewater offers the following services for wedding events:
- Accommodations
- Bar Services
- Catering Services
- Clean Up
- Event Rentals
- Get Ready Rooms
- Outside Vendors
- Pet Friendly
- Wifi
The Edgewater offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
- Audio Equipment
- Chairs
- Dance Floor
- Drapery
- Tables
The Edgewater is recommended by 97% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.8 in average response time, 4.8 in flexibility and 4.7 in value.