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The Westminster Hotel is a venue with a ballroom and restaurant for couples to use on their wedding day in the Northern New Jersey area. This elegant and modern venue has the chic feeling of a city with bright open ballrooms and wooden accents. Couples will find this venue in Livingston, New Jersey, approximately 25 minutes outside of Newark.

Facilities and Capacity
Couples can invite up to 650 guests with whom to celebrate on their wedding day. This venue’s main ballroom features elements of wood and mirror-like glass. Overhead, a skylight lets natural light into the space during the day. After the sun sets, chandeliers set up into the coffered ceiling illuminate the room with a romantic glow. For the later wedding festivities, the lights can be dimmed if couples choose to have colorful uplighting throughout the space in their wedding colors. This elegant space also features a regal red and gold patterned carpet and walls dotted with tall windows that stretch nearly from the floor to the ceiling. Each window is adorned with tasteful drapery that can be left open or drawn during the day to adjust the levels of light. A large dance floor offers enough space for guests to come together and celebrate the couple’s love. The outdoor space and Zen gardens at this venue, with a patio and fountains, makes the perfect location for a quaint ceremony or romantic wedding photos.

Services Offered
The staff at the Westminster Hotel offers accommodating services to couples on their wedding day. This hotel provides a bridal suite for getting ready before the day’s events, as well as setup and cleanup services. Transportation to the venue is simplified with onsite parking, valet parking, and shuttle services. Guests can also enjoy the convenience of wireless Internet. Other services available for couples through this venue include:

  • Accommodations
  • Cake
  • Event planning
  • Event rentals
  • In-house bar
  • In-house catering
  • Lighting/sound
  • Outside vendors


Cuisine
Bartenders serve a variety of drinks from behind an open bar at the couple’s wedding reception. The venue, holding its own liquor license, supplies and serves house wine, premium liquor, specialty beer, and specialty wine. The bartenders can also pour for a champagne toast and serve a couple’s signature drink. In the kitchen, chefs work to prepare American, Asian, French, Indian, Italian, or local cuisine for the wedding menu. For guests with dietary restriction, they offer gluten-free, kosher, lactose free, nut free, organic and vegetarian options. The kitchen’s creations can be served in the following catering styles:

  • Buffet
  • Cocktail reception
  • Dessert
  • Hors d’oeuvres
  • Outside cake
  • Plated
  • Servers
  • Stations
  • Tastings


Accommodation
This hotel offers couples a complimentary wedding suite in which to spend their big night. Contemporary rooms and suites await overnight guests at this hotel, with cozy accommodations and modern capabilities. There are also many on-site amenities for couples to enjoy if they spend the night at the Westminster Hotel, such as a VIP Lounge, a Fitness Center, an indoor pool, and more.

Other Services
Couples can host nearly any wedding event at this hotel’s ballroom, including ceremonies and receptions, bridal showers, engagement parties, or rehearsal dinners. For any occasion, they can find the following event items available for their big day:

  • Aisle runners
  • Audio equipment
  • Chairs covers
  • Chairs
  • Dance floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
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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?

No

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables
Transportation

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

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$25

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

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Hotel
Restaurant

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?

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)
Champagne Toast
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Aisle Runners
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

Reviews of Westminster Hotel

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Kristina Sent on 07/01/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Positive with some minor issues

Everything was absolutely beautiful and they did a wonderful job!! They always helped us out and made sure day of we were taken care of. I was a little upset that our guests where told they were no more rooms in our block when we had 50 rooms blocked and only 42 were used. Then one of our guests stayed in an area of the hotel that was not yet renovated and a little sketchy and they never showed us that part. It was so embarrassing when I found out and found out 5 of our guests stayed at another hotel because they were told no more rooms. They also did not allow any guests do early check in when they told us they would make it happen. People who were promised early check in went there first and were not able to check in Because they over booked the night before. To me that is not my fault. We had a 50 room block. Those rooms should have been for us and not for other guests. Other than those issues everything was great. Cologne was absolutely so helpful and great day of!!
Courtney
Courtney Sent on 11/06/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Great Wedding room block hotel and next morning breakfast

I recommend this hotel for sure for your room block. They gave me a hotel block and we ended up going over that number and they were cool with that. I never had to guarantee anything. I mostly picked here because their suite would fit my large bridal party to get ready in. The suites are perfect! I also got one free night for my suite for guests booking in the block. And we got their hotel shuttles for free which was super helpful. We also used their shuttles for the rehearsal dinner but paid a small fee for them then. We also had breakfast for everyone in the hotel the morning after the wedding and it was really good! I heard a few annoying check-in issues from guests and I had to constantly get updates from the hotel leading up to the wedding date because of communication issues/confusion, but nothing major. So as long as you're on top of everything I think this is a great hotel since it wasn't crazy expensive for guests either and everyone seemed to enjoy their stay including myself!
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User2985194 Sent on 02/25/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had some of our out of town guests stay here for our wedding, which was in West Orange. They all raved about their stay and said it was very comfortable and convenient.
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Alexsandria Sent on 11/16/2015
5 out of 5 rating
What a wonderful experience we had having our Friday, November 13th wedding at westminter hotel. Working with Jennifer was a great experience. She really was able to make our vision of the room and atmosphere come true. When I walked into the ball room the day of reception I was in love. The staff exceeded all of our expectations. Rebecca, my (our) bridal attendant for the day was amazing. She made sure We ate, drank and had a blast. Rebecca met me on the dance floor with drinks, had plates of food at our table and even made us to go bags and delivered them to the room in case we hadn't had enough to eat. After the reception, we made our way to bar and everyone made room for us and treated us with love and much accommodation. We couldn't have asked for a better wedding experience. All of guest are asking to do it all over again!!
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Jay Sent on 06/30/2015
5 out of 5 rating
This a very good place to conduct an event. I have no hesitation to suggest it to my friends.
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Stacy Sent on 06/16/2015
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I got married on April 11, 2015 and our reception was at Westminster Hotel. From the first meeting with Jennifer Cooper , the Director of Catering & Special Event, to booking and scheduling the food tasting, and all the way up to the actual reception, we could not have asked for better service. Jennifer was quick to answer all my emails and she went out of her way to make everything perfect. The entire staff helped us and made our families feel like all they had to do was have a great time. So many of our guests made a point to contact us after the reception to tell us how much they enjoyed the reception and tell us the food was phenomenal, there were so many choices for cocktail hour , and they loved the little things they did such as displaying our pictures on the TV screens in the lobby welcoming everyone. The ballroom is very pretty and spacious. The bartenders and wait staff were very friendly. Needless to say, my husband and I are very happy with our choice of Westminster Hotel and want to take this time to thank you. You and your staff have made this a great experience for all involved.
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Jonathan Sent on 04/20/2014
5 out of 5 rating
We couldn't have picked a better place to share our most memorable day! The room set up was gorgeous. The food was exceptional and the service was 1st class all the way. My wife and I were treated like a King and Queen! Having an establishment like this to host such a special occasion was such a blessing. Jennifer, the manager, had everything taken care of and made sure everything was perfect. A million thanks for giving us such a great day and most memorable event!
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User1380619 Sent on 08/06/2013
5 out of 5 rating
We had the best time at our wedding! Working with Jennifer was seamless-- she was patient, responsive and helped us make sure everything went smoothly the day of the wedding. The food was tasty, the cake was beautiful, and the setup was flawless. My husband and I were so grateful that we could focus on our guests and each other and not have to worry about the details of the event. I wish we could do it all over it again, and if I could, I would still choose the Westminster Hotel.
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Robynne Sent on 01/29/2012
5 out of 5 rating
We chose the Westminster because we liked having the event at a hotel where our out of town guests could stay and not need to worry about traveling between places. We also choose it because of Amy , who served as wedding planner as well as overall guide who made great recommendations and helped us with many arrangements. She was fabulous to work with and it was clear that she only wanted our party to be the best. It felt like she was a friend, working with us rather than someone to whom this was just a job. She went above and beyond. She was unable to be there the date of the event. No problem! Her boss, Chris, was there and seamlessly took over. He had great suggestions (e.g. our guests loved the passed desserts!) and the party went so smoothly. The place itself was beautiful and the food AMAZING! The food at catered events is often not so great, but my guests RAVED about the food. Also, our bride is gluten free. So all her food was made special and even the wedding cake was gluten free. I'd have another wedding there in a heartbeat.
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Ginny Sent on 09/14/2010
5 out of 5 rating
Everyone at the Westminster was GREAT!!!! They made our day truely special, and I would recomend them to any couple!!!! The food was amazing and the staff was AWESOME!!!!!
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Awards

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Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Advanced Parking Concepts, LLC Advanced Parking Concepts, LLC Banquet Halls

It is my pleasure to recommend the "Five Star" amenities and service at the Westminster Hotel. The caring and considerate attitude of all the staff, lead one's experience to be that of complete comfort! Ellis M. Dumont CEO Advanced Parking Concepts

The Finishing Touch The Finishing Touch Wedding Planners

The Westminster has served as the perfect venue for many of our clients including our couple Nancy and Rafael's "Hollywood Glamour" themed wedding. The staff at this New Jersey four diamond hotel is extremely friendly and accommodating, and they are very helpful in making any event a great success. The food and cocktails available are excellent. We highly recommend this location as a place to host your next fantastic wedding or event.

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Westminster Hotel frequently asked questions

Westminster Hotel includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
  • Transportation
Westminster Hotel includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Westminster Hotel includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by Westminster Hotel for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Hotel
  • Restaurant
Westminster Hotel offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Westminster Hotel offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Westminster Hotel offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Westminster Hotel offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Runners
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Westminster Hotel is recommended by 79% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.0 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.1 in quality of service, 4 in professionalism, 4 in value, 3.9 in average response time and 3.9 in flexibility.
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