The Otesaga Resort Hotel
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The Otesaga Resort Hotel is a lakeside wedding venue located in Cooperstown, New York. First opened in 1909, this venue has hosted guests from all around the world. It features an enchanting ballroom and a stunning lake, which is surrounded by old oaks and grass hills. The venue offers a mix of historic beauty and contemporary service, along with ample space for recreational activities. While here, couples and their guests can immerse themselves in the long-held elegance and charm at this lush estate. From the serene waterside of Otsego Lake, visitors will have the opportunity to relax in a refined retreat. Informing the experience awaiting couples and their guests, uniformed valets call them by name, and rocking chairs lay in wait on the back veranda. Set to a backdrop of countryside views, The Otesaga Resort Hotel can rejuvenate anyone's spirit.
Facilities and Capacity
The Otesaga Resort Hotel can host up to 200 guests. It has three indoor and outdoor event spaces, including the Grand Ballroom, the East Lawn, and the Colonnaded Veranda. Wedding ceremonies and receptions can take place at any of these locations, leaving couples with flexible alternatives. For accommodation, the venue offers 135 luxurious rooms and suites where guests can admire views of the shimmering Lake Otsego. Also on the premises are the award-winning Leatherstocking Golf Course and boating facilities. An eight-minute walk leads to the nearby village, a charming location that is home to craft breweries, renowned art collections, and the world-famous National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum.
Services Offered
The Otesaga Resort Hotel provides in-house wedding specialists to assist couples on their marital journey. These seasoned professionals can assist with planning and customizing couples' special days, all according to the to-be-weds' preferences. The venue offers various services for ceremonies, receptions, bridal showers, and engagement parties. Some of these options and amenities include access to a bridal suite, overnight accommodations, parking, and wheelchair-accessible facilities. In addition to event planning packages, couples can request that a cake be made for their special occasion, crafted to match their preferred tastes. With all these services combined, the betrothed pair and their guests are sure to have a day to remember at The Otesaga Resort Hotel.
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Courtney A. Married on 08/21/2021The best location for a wedding!
Our 10/8/21 wedding was beautiful and magical thanks to The Otesaga Hotel! We could not have selected a better location for our event and Amanda Sittler was the most organized and professional coordinator to bring it all together. We chose to have an intimate rehearsal dinner followed by a "Welcome Reception" open to all guests the night before as well. Having all of our wedding events on site at The Otesaga made it easy for guests to stay and enjoy their time! It also allowed my husband and I to really get to talk to everyone who had traveled in for our wedding. Everyone had an awesome time and complimented us on the uniqueness and historical feel of the hotel and quality of service. We would recommend to anyone! -
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Alicia T. Married on 10/09/2021Gorgeous venue, flawless day
We loved working with the Otesaga from start to finish. We worked with Gordon as our coordinator and we was exceptional - hugely professional but very personable at the same time. The lake views here are unbeatable. The food and beverages were incredible. Staying on site made everything so easy for our wedding party. Could not say enough great things! We will be taking many anniversary trips back here. -
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Alexis K. Married on 09/05/2021Magical day with the best events team!
We got married at Otesaga on 9/5/21. And it was nothing short of amazing. The grounds are breathtaking. Feels like it's stuck in time. The events manager, Gordon Clarkson, is the absolute best. I knew I didn't have to worry because Gordon and the team at Otesaga knew exactly what to do. The decorations were set up perfectly. The memory table was beautiful. It rained but we pushed forward with Gordon's encouragement and I'm so glad we did. The ring bearer didn't have the rings and Gordon quickly pivoted and got the rings to the altar without anyone noticing the mix up. We would get married at Otesaga every year if we could. It was the best wedding and weekend we could have imagined. Look no further, Otesaga really is the perfect venue. -
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An Beautiful & Very Historic Hotel to celebrate your Wedding Day! I have DJed many Wedding Ceremony's & Reception's here. Love the place!
One of our favorite venues in Upstate NY - the property is gorgeous, the people are great, and our couples always rave about The Otesaga after their wedding.
A great venue. I know many brides that loved getting married there. It is hard work for the florist (lots of long trips back and forth - but that is not a couple's concern) ...but well worth it for the setting and the staff were a pleasure to work with.
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- Bartender(s)
- House Liquor
- House Wine
- Open Bar
What are the most important characteristics of The Otesaga Resort Hotel in terms of venue type, style and location?
- Ballroom
- Historic Building
- Hotel
What kind of indoor/outdoor options are available at The Otesaga Resort Hotel for wedding events?
- Indoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
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- Ceremony
- Reception
- Bridal Shower
- Engagement Party
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- Accommodations
- Cake
- Event Planner
- Get Ready Rooms
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