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  • 2022
  • 2020

The Orlo House & Ballroom

From 25 to 250 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Get Ready Rooms

Why couples loved this venue

  • Unique aesthetic style
  • Guests comfort
  • Amenities
Caroline
Elena
Lizzy
Christine
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Recommended by 100% of couples

About this venue

Just outside of downtown Tampa, Florida, sits The Orlo House & Ballroom, Tampa's newest wedding venue and event space housed within the historic Spafford House & Ballroom. We can accommodate weddings from 50 to 200 in our historic house and ballroom.

The Orlo House & Ballroom is composed of two main areas: the house and the ballroom. The house is made up of three floors, two of which are available for weddings. Just inside the entrance is a grand staircase. The first floor is an ideal space for hosting ceremonies and serving cocktails, while the second floor is a private, closed-off space for the bridal party, family, and loved ones to enjoy before the ceremony. Directly behind the House is The Ballroom, which features a built-in stage, hardwood floors, and four chandeliers.

The team at The Orlo House & Ballroom is adept at hosting a range of wedding events, from the ceremony and reception to bridal showers, engagement parties, and rehearsal dinners. They have a professional bar service onsite, with friendly, experienced bartenders who will ensure you and your guests are adequately looked after. Couples can choose between having a cash or an open bar for their guests to enjoy. Get Ready rooms are provided for both parties getting married, so there is no last-minute rush to arrive on time for the ceremony. There is adequate parking available onsite, as well as a valet service for any guest to make use of. A shuttle service can also be provided for guests who do not have access to their own transport.

Features

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 8 years in business

  • We speak English

Links

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Weddings at this venue

Matthew & Jenna's wedding
Matthew & Jenna
37 photos
Christine  & David 's wedding
Christine & David
25 photos
Rodrigo & Jeniffer's wedding
Rodrigo & Jeniffer
28 photos
Kathleen & David's wedding
Kathleen & David
19 photos
Joy & Jabari's wedding
Joy & Jabari
42 photos
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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?

$4,100

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

$3,500

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

No

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Parking

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

25

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Historic Building
Mansion

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
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

June
July
August
September

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Reviews of The Orlo House & Ballroom

Weddingwire
5.0/5 26 reviews
Google
4.8/5 191 reviews
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Olivia Sent on 02/23/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The best venue

Beautiful home and spacious ballroom in the back. I am SO GLAD my parents stumbled across this venue in downtown Tampa, it was the perfect spot for our wedding! It is different than your typical hotel ballroom wedding, which is what we were looking for! Gorgeous home with a beautiful staircase inside for photos. We were able to get into the house as early as we wanted (8am!) and get ready there upstairs. The bridesmaids and I were there all day and it was so fantastic not having to travel from our "get ready" location, to the wedding location. All we had to do was walk downstairs!
It also allowed my mom time to come in and decorate inside the house a bit the morning of which she appreciated.
The guests were blown away at this venue as they have never seen anything like it before!
Vivian was a breeze to work with and very flexible with us pestering her every so often to stop by and take a look/pre-plan/get measurements of things so we knew exactly what we wanted to use for decor! Thank you Vivian and The Orlo for making our wedding THE BEST NIGHT EVER!
Caroline
Caroline Sent on 05/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The Orlo will forever be our special place!

We could of not been more happy picking The Orlo as our wedding venue! We knew the minute we toured it was perfect for us and we were sold that we did not want to get married anywhere else. There is so much that goes into selecting your wedding venue and The Orlo hit every aspect we wanted. We loved the bridal suite where my girls and I got ready the day of, the beautiful home and staircase, as well as the stunning ballroom that is separated. We loved that it was a blank canvas for us and we were able to do everything we wanted. This venue was dog friendly which was so important to have our pups with us! We were able to bring any vendor we wanted and they even allowed us to keep the party going until 1 AM which is so important for a Polish family and wedding party!! The staff at the Orlo were beyond amazing from the start of communication all the way to the end! All the staff we interacted with were so friendly, accommodating, and very responsive/flexible whenever we had a question and or needed something. The Orlo will always hold a special place in our heart forever!
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Tawny Sent on 12/04/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Bairdly Ever After!

Have your special event at the Orlo, you will NOT regret it! Shelby and Jennifer were absolutely amazing throughout the whole process! They were accommodating, responsive and my favorite part KIND! Being a type a bride in the wedding industry, you have to create thick skin and understand exactly what you want. Jen and Shelby helped get me exactly that!! I had my wedding yesterday at the Orlo and it was nothing short of my expectations!! If you are looking for a venue that you can customize from the food down to the types of chairs your guests sit on, choose this venue! So intimate and something you’ll never forget!
Elena
Elena Sent on 12/03/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing venue

Had the best experience having our wedding at The Orlo. Jen and Shelby were great from start to finish, easy and quick communication. The venue itself is so beautiful and elegant and I love that it has some history. I also enjoyed being able to pick and choose all of my vendors which is a huge plus.
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71163A5971F847Da3Bcaad864731E1Df83D6Adec Sent on 07/13/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Unique and Simply Perfect

Being from Chicago and living in Florida for a year - it was important to my husband and I that we have a historic venue that spoke to the authenticity of our relationship. The Orlo was the perfect space for our wedding, it offered a unique space to say our "I Dos" and allowed for seamless transition from ceremony to cocktail hour to reception. Our guests never needed to be herded around as the flow was natural and efficient. Bonus is that the bridal suite is gorgeous and spacious and the venue allowed us ladies to enter the space and start getting ready at 7a!!
Lizzy
Lizzy Sent on 08/29/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The best venue in Tampa

The Orlo is hands down the best venue in Tampa Bay. This historical house and ballroom is beautiful and perfect for weddings. The bridal suite is a DREAM! Shelby was the person who showed me a tour when I first visited and my point of contact. She was amazing to work with and so kind.
Christine
Christine Sent on 06/07/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Simply amazing!

The Orlo was perfect for our wedding!!! Shelby was amazing from the day we walked in the venue for a tour. So sweet, professional and responsive. The venue is stunning and I would recommend it to anyone!! Thank you for an amazing day.
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Svetlana Sent on 05/06/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful venue!

From the moment we stepped into the house to do our tour, we just KNEW this was our wedding venue!! It is beautiful, romantic, historic, and intimate! Our guests were mesmerized by the venue! We loved that the bridal and grooms party were able to get ready there, the cocktail hour featuring the grand staircase and fireplaces, and our reception was beautiful in the ballroom! The Orlo house has a special place in my heart!
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Emily Sent on 03/23/2021
5 out of 5 rating

January wedding

Such a beautiful venue, it has so much character just on its own! Classic with a touch of modern, perfect for any style wedding. The people were quick to answer any question I had and attentive throughout the process. Loved being able to add my own touch to the venue. They give you free range as far as decor goes which is refreshing!
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Chrissy Sent on 03/22/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing | fantastic | beautiful wedding venue

We had the most perfect wedding reception at The Orlo. Shelby was fantastic the entire process. She was so available and responsive and truly was excited for every part of our big day. We seriously feel so blessed to have come across a beautiful home like The Orlo, and a venue manager like Shelby that made the planning process so seamless and easy. I highly recommend this venue to anyone who wants the beautiful, authentic touch to their wedding. The photos came out breathtaking and we have this mansion to thank! THANK YOU SHELBY; for everything. :)
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The Orlo House & Ballroom frequently asked questions

The Orlo House & Ballroom includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Parking
The space offered by The Orlo House & Ballroom for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Historic Building
  • Mansion
The Orlo House & Ballroom offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Orlo House & Ballroom offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Orlo House & Ballroom offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Orlo House & Ballroom is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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