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Reception
$750 starting price
Ceremony
$750 starting price
Bar service
$20 per person
Reception
$750 starting price
Ceremony
$500 starting price
Bar service
$20 per person
These prices are available for the months of January through December. These prices are available for the months of January through December.

About

On WeddingWire since 2016

The Kimpton Cardinal Hotel is a luxurious wedding venue in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Their staff enjoy mixing Southern manners and modern flair, with a little mischief thrown in. With two glamorous ballrooms and a 20th-floor space with sweeping views of the city and mountains in the distance, you and your guests are guaranteed to have an event you will never forget. From beginning to end, you will be surrounded by luxurious glamour. Even the ladies’ room is something special, with its boudoir-esque aesthetic and ample space to primp. At the end of your special day, toast to forever under a sky full of stars that are twinkling just for the two of you. Book now and make everything official with The Kimpton Cardinal Hotel!

Facilities and Capacity
With seven event spaces for you to choose from at The Kimpton Cardinal Hotel, the possibilities are never ending. They have two grand ballrooms that are available to host the ceremony and reception. This 6,375 square foot wedding event space can accommodate up to 200 guests comfortably. Their open American brasserie, The Katharine, is also available for bridal showers, bachelorette parties, and post-wedding brunches.

Services Offered
Weddings are about how everything, and everyone, comes together. It is the little things that make your wedding the soiree of the season which is why they have grouped together various luxuries into packages. With every package you will receive complimentary morning coffee and afternoon hosted wine hour. They are also available for the following services:

  • Setup and clean up
  • Ample parking
  • Valet
  • Wheelchair access available


Accommodations
With its central location in downtown Winston-Salem, you and your guests will be put up in a beautiful and convenient hotel. Plus, you and your guests will have access to their bowling alley, basketball court, pool table, poker tables, and more during your stay. They offer these accommodations as well:

  • Room blocking for you and your guests to stay together
  • 174 relaxing guestrooms
  • 35 grand suites
  • Large state-of-the-art fitness center on-site
  • Complimentary wifi
  • Special perks when booking one of their “hot” wedding dates


History
Once the architectural muse for the Empire State Building, the historic R.J. Reynolds building is now home to The Kimpton Cardinal Hotel. Built in 1929, it remains an endearing icon in the Winston-Salem skyline as it still grandly represents the timeless traditions of the South. This historic landmark welcomes you with modern flair. They offer a glamourous ambience of Art Deco flourishes, metallic finishes, and cardinal red details in unexpected places.

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?

$750

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

$750

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?

$750

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

$500

Which of the following are included in 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
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$20

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

Champagne Toast
House Liquor
Open Bar
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

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

18

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

7

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Historic Building
Hotel

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

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
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly

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
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Lighting
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?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
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Reviews of The Kimpton Cardinal Hotel

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4.2 out of 5 rating
4.2 out of 5 rating
6 reviews
84% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.3 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.3 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.3 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.3 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.1 out of 5 rating
Weddingwire
4.2/5 6 reviews
Google
4.4/5 964 reviews
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Elizabeth C. Sent on 05/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Such a great place for a wedding!

My husband & I had our wedding at The Kimpton Cardinal Hotel in May and it truly was the best decision we made. We are fairly new to North Carolina so all of our friends and family came in from up north out of state. The game room was an absolute HIT and our guests had the best time. They were extremely helpful with any questions we had and made the process so seamless. We are so grateful to everyone that made our day as perfect as it was!
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Carrie Sent on 10/27/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Loved this place for our wedding party hotel!

We used the Kimpton as our primary wedding block and had the best time! We initially selected them because we LOVE the Katherine (the restaurant in the hotel). The rooms were beautiful (they gave us a suite), the beds were super comfy (we may be ordering a mattress from Kimptonstyle.com), and the game room in the basement was the best play to spend time with our wedding guests. Shayla from Group Sales was amazing and so easy to work with! Everything about this hotel was perfect! Give it 5+++ stars.
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Cathy Sent on 03/27/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We hosted our ceremony, reception, after party, and rehearsal dinner here and could not be more pleased with how it all went. The food was delicious. The venue itself was gorgeous. The staff (specifically Tricia, Kelly and Kellen) worked tirelessly to make sure we didn’t have to worry about a thing. I cannot recommend this place enough.
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