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Our vow to you: Make your wedding weekend one to remember. From the first arrivals to the final farewells, you can have it all here at The Oread.

The Oread Hotel is a wedding and event venue in Lawrence, KS. Get that ethereal feel in this breathtaking venue that features outdoor terraces and incredible vintage architecture. This hotel is located right off The University of Kansas Campus, and just blocks away from Historic Downtown Lawrence. With the twelve separate event spaces, soon-to-be-weds will have a chance to give their guests a timeless experience. From our indoor ballrooms to our outdoor terraces, The Oread Hotel has your venue needs covered!

Services Offered + Accommodations.

Be pampered and enjoy your wedding day events, and we will take care of the rest. As well as event rentals, in-house catering, and planning assistance, you will find the following services and offerings:

  • In-house bar
  • Audio equipment
  • Visual equipment
  • Wireless Internet
  • Bartenders
  • Champagne toast
  • Centerpieces
  • Dance floor
  • Tables
  • Chairs
  • Linens
  • Barware
  • Silverware

After a long day of wedding events, escape to your suite to enjoy some rest and relaxation. Couples can set aside a block of rooms at a special rate for the night of the wedding.

Other Services

  • Proposals
  • Bridal shower
  • Engagement party
  • Rehearsal dinner
  • Ceremony
  • Cocktail Hour
  • Reception
  • Farewell Brunch

Say "I Do" to The Oread Hotel!

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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?

$1,000

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?

Chairs
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
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?

$7

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3+

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Hotel

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Hors d'oeuvres
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
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Valet

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October

Reviews of The Oread Hotel

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- Sent on 07/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Whitney did a wonderful job! She was so easy to work with throughout the entire process and made sure she knew every detail of how things should go. She was great at follow up and ensuring everything was taken care the day of. The whole events department did a great job!
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Mariah Sent on 01/08/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Having our wedding at The Oread was the best decision!! It was so beautiful and Bayli was super helpful throughout the entire process! If you’re looking for a venue that has amazing views a romantic environment and pure elegance The Oread is your place!! The day couldn’t have gone any better! We were so happy with everything!
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Nellie Sent on 11/25/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had the most amazing experience working with the staff of The Oread for our wedding. It is a beautiful venue and we could not have been more happy with how our wedding turned out. Bayli was incredible to work with! There was not a stone left unturned through the whole planning process. She thought of every last detail and made sure we were happy with every last decision. She was extremely professional and timely with regard to responses via phone call or email. The day ran absolutely seamlessly thanks to her leadership with her team. The room was flipped efficiently between ceremony and reception, food tasted fantastic, service was quick for the plated dinner. Guests were extremely complimentary of the venue and service. We are so grateful we were able to work with Bayli and her team! Would recommend The Oread to anyone researching venues for any type of event, big or small!
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Kayleen Sent on 05/10/2017
5 out of 5 rating
The Oread is the perfect place for a wedding. We had our ceremony and reception in their main ballroom and it was beautiful. The staff did a great job of setting everything up for us and it was really nice to not have to worry about any take down after the party. The food was SO GOOD as well. Worth every penny!
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Ann Sent on 05/03/2017
5 out of 5 rating
The Oread Hotel was the absolute perfect location to host our wedding reception! Whether you are a KU grad or not, the atmosphere, scenery, views and staff are phenomenal! Our Wedding Coordinator, Bayli Rindels, paid close attention to details, answered all of my questions in a timely manner and went out of her way to ensure our day was flawless. Our guests had nothing but great things to say and neither did we. Highly recommend The Oread Hotel for any event!
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Ashley Sent on 11/21/2016
5 out of 5 rating
We really loved the venue and the service we were provided!
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User2699988 Sent on 05/29/2016
5 out of 5 rating
We planning our wedding from afar- we both reside in the Chicago area currently. Working with Whitney at the Oread made our experience a dream! The venue is beautiful, but the staff is what made the experience so unforgettable. We didn't have to worry about a thing on the day of- they handled nearly all of the set up (I had my florist and best friend take over for decorating, although the Oread staff were her assistants), all of the clean up, and everything in between. I was picky about a few things and Whitney took my "suggestions" in stride and pulled it all together. The staff even wrapped all of my glass decor and boxed it up and delivered it to our hotel room. Even at the end, there were no surprises on the final bill.
We also did a guest block of rooms, which was worry free as well. A few other hotels I've had experience with charge you if you do not book enough of your reserved block, but not at the Oread. The rooms simply went back into general circulation 30 days before the date of our event.
Planning from far away, I cannot stress how much the Oread and Whitney made the process as simple as possible. I didn't have to coordinate tons of different vendors, Whitney was great about reminding me about little details I often overlooked, and she was always super responsive via email.
Thank you, to the Oread and all of the staff that made our wedding day so wonderful!
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Abbie Sent on 09/19/2015
5 out of 5 rating
The Oread was a wonderful location for our wedding. The catering had amazing food that guests still consistently comment on. Having the wedding on the terrace outside and the reception at the hotel was very convenient for guests (everyone enjoyed the entire event being at the same location). Whitney Webber was a phenomenal wedding planner and she made our event flow smoothly. Highly recommend having your wedding or other events at this venue. It was perfect for us - especially being Jayhawks fans as it is located on the University of Kansas campus.
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Kelly Sent on 01/07/2015
5 out of 5 rating
We had our Rehearsal Dinner at Five21, one of the restaurants inside the Oread Hotel. The staff were very friendly and attentive and the food was awesome! We had the private room due to our party size, and everyone was taken care of. Definitely a great experience!
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User1877759 Sent on 10/21/2014
5 out of 5 rating
We had our reception at the Oread. We could not have asked for a better venue! Our food was delicious and our space was beautiful. The wedding coordinators decorated and handled everything for us! They were fun and helpful! We didn't have to worry about anything! They were always prompt in getting back to us to answer questions or help with changes we wanted to make. We also had our rehearsal dinner at the hotel and all of our guests stayed at the hotel. It was so convenient to have everyone and everything in one place. We received so many compliments on how wonderful everything looked! Our day was perfect and we are so thankful to have worked with the Oread! I would absolutely recommend the Oread to everyone!
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The Oread Hotel frequently asked questions

The Oread Hotel includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Tables
The Oread Hotel includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The space offered by The Oread Hotel for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Hotel
The Oread Hotel offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Oread Hotel offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Oread Hotel offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Wifi
The Oread Hotel offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Furniture
  • Tables
The Oread Hotel is recommended by 97% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in average response time and 4.8 in value.
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