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The Stella Hotel & Ballroom

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The Stella Hotel & Ballroom is a beautiful wedding venue located in downtown Kenosha, Wisconsin, serving the Milwaukee and Northern Illinois regions. Formerly known as The Heritage House Inn and Elk's Club building, this charming hotel is now a full-service event facility. The century-old building has been tastefully renovated and decorated to facilitate intimate and medium-sized weddings. Couples who marry here can look forward to exploring the downtown Kenosha area, with its many restaurants, shops, and local attractions.

Facilities and Capacity

The Stella Hotel & Ballroom can accommodate weddings of up to 225 guests. Natural lighting illuminates the ballroom for a bright, open space where couples and guests can relax in comfort. Here, everyone can enjoy scenic views of the picturesque location while dining on delicious cuisine from the 1844 Table & Mash Restaurant. For anyone in need of fresh air, the ballroom leads out onto a stylish outdoor deck that is perfect for sipping cocktails and socializing. The Crow's Nest rooftop bar is also available to take in the views, while the restaurant cafe is fully equipped for celebratory breakfasts, coffee, and refreshments. Couples can also host their engagement party, pre-wedding shower, or rehearsal dinner in one of the hotel's function rooms.

Services Offered

Various services are available at The Stella Hotel & Ballroom, including event planning, professional catering, and overnight accommodation. Couples can work with a dedicated event planner to organize the special event according to their preferences. This experienced coordinator will oversee the event while managing the set-up and clean-up of the venue space. Several all-inclusive packages are available at the hotel covering tables, chairs, linens, china, and flatware. A private get-ready room can also be rented as an add-on to allow couples to prepare for their big moment in a comfortable space. For those wishing to stay overnight, the hotel offers 68 guest rooms and 12 spacious suites. Other services available include:

  • Audiovisual equipment
  • Private bar
  • Wireless internet
  • Free Parking
  • Wheelchair access

Frequently Asked Questions

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

No

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

Yes

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

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

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
Open Bar

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

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

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
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
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?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Decor
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December
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Recommended by 98% of couples
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    Cheyanne D. Married on 09/24/2021
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    AMAZING! Highly recommend!

    The Stella Hotel and Ballroom was absolutely perfect for our wedding. The venue is stunning and requires minimal decor, it’s perfect on its own. We did lot of florals, and the ballroom was classy, romantic and timeless. The staff and coordinator, Jordyn, was so wonderful to work with. She made sure every detail was thought of, and I had no stress because I knew everything was being taken care of. She checked in with me throughout the planning process, and was so organized. The food and drinks were amazing as well. I love that the food, linens, cocktails, hotel rooms, ceremony … (everything!) is all in one spot and things ran so smooth. We had our dream wedding, and I couldn’t be more pleased with it. I highly recommend the Stella. If I could do it again, I’d pick the Stella over and over.
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    Maralena T. Married on 08/06/2021
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    The most magical wedding venue straight out of a magazine!

    Words cannot describe how happy I am with our wedding at the Stella. First of all, it is a stunning venue. There is a certain elegance to it that I did not feel at any other venue I toured. The bridal suite is picture perfect! Food delicious. Lighting phenomenal. We loved that there was a private balcony for those needing some fresh air. The private bar is large and open.

    The staff was fantastic. Jordyn, the event coordinator, was an angel to work with. She was so responsive and did everything she could to ensure a smooth day. I even saw her clearing off plates at the reception -- talk about commitment! Everyone was a joy to work with and I would recommend the Stella any day.
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    Chloe L. Married on 05/01/2021
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    One Stop Shop!

    We could not have chosen a more perfect venue for our wedding. From the catering and events team to the actual ballroom - everything was PERFECT. We used the Bridal Suite which was the cutest space to get ready in and doubled as a great space for wedding party pictures. We held our entire wedding in the ballroom which was so convenient. The ceremony space seamlessly transitioned into our sweetheart table and then the dance floor while all of our guests were able to hang out at their dinner tables. We have gotten SO MANY compliments on the food since the wedding - everyone loved their cocktail hour hors d'oeuvres and plated meals. The Stella is seriously the perfect one stop shop for a wedding! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
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5706 8th Ave Kenosha, WI, 53140
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262-764-8925

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The Stella Hotel & Ballroom frequently asked questions

The Stella Hotel & Ballroom includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Stella Hotel & Ballroom includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at The Stella Hotel & Ballroom includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • Open Bar
The space offered by The Stella Hotel & Ballroom for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Historic Building
  • Hotel
The Stella Hotel & Ballroom offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
The Stella Hotel & Ballroom offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Stella Hotel & Ballroom offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
The Stella Hotel & Ballroom offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Decor
  • Lighting
  • Tables
The Stella Hotel & Ballroom is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in flexibility, 5 in value, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.7 in average response time.

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