Hotel Blackhawk Reviews

We held my daughter’s wedding here and I heard more than one person remark about it being a storybook wedding. The venue was beautiful and the staff was so helpful. Kimberlin had everything under control which made it so much easier for me to relax and enjoy.

I wasn’t sure how having the dance floor up above would work instead of on the same level as the tables but it was fantastic!

Food was delicious and nicely sized portions. No one left hungry and remarked how good the food was.

Hotel Blackhawk was the venue for us as soon as we walked in. The lobby was beautiful and the Gold Room was the right amount of elegant we were looking for. The room spoke for it self and didn't require a ton of decorating. Our guests loved everything about the hotel too; historic, beautiful, unique, the food was delicious, and the staff was professional, polite, kind and informative.

Hotel Blackhawk promotes their in-house wedding planner. As we planned the wedding she was helpful in answering any questions we had regarding the reception. I'm sure if I asked for help with planning she would have helped, however I am glad I did not rely on her to reach out to me for that. When I did reach out with questions or ideas she was VERY helpful and even more so responsive. I never felt like my emails were missed. The day of is really where she shined, she was so helpful in helping to set things up, getting our lunch from one room to another, and working with our vendors. I never heard a peep and didn't have to stress about it either, I knew it was in good hands. She really took care of us and some of the small details really helped to make our day special.

Once she left for the evening the banquet coordinate was extremely helpful and communicative on what we should and (optionally) shouldn't clean up and could do the next morning. She gave clear instructions on where to find our cake and did it all with a smile.

In conclusion, I have zero regrets about having our wedding reception at the Hotel Blackhawk and would recommend them to anyone that is considering having an event there.

If you’re not getting married at the hotel Blackhawk, you’re doing it wrong. Kimberlin and her staff are the most amazing wedding partners. Not only did they take on any small or large out-of-the-box idea of ours and execute it with a smile, they were also the most professional, lovely people. We had a little over a year to plan our wedding and I was never stressed about the reception because of Kimberlin and her crew. They truly were so organized and responsive, and always one step ahead of me (in a good way!!!!) SERIOUSLY could not have done it without them…..or at least couldn’t have made it out alive without them!!! We had the best day!!!!!
EVERYONE we worked with was just amazing. Planning, waitstaff, bar staff, spa, room bookings. Gosh, I just can’t recommend them enough!!

Hotel Blackhawk and our planner Kimberlin were amazing! The venue is beautiful and Kimberlin made everything go smoothly so we could enjoy the wedding!

Hotel Blackhawk is stunning! From the very first meeting, we knew it was exactly what we were looking for - a beautiful space that was classic and timeless. The venue coordinator, Kimberlin, is superwoman! She went above and beyond every step of the way to make sure we had the perfect day. From answering questions, providing recommendations, keeping us on track with deadlines, and much more, she was outstanding. The food was delicious and the service team was excellent. The Gold Room looked beautiful on the day of the wedding and had our guests talking long after the wedding was over. Thank you to the entire Hotel Blackhawk team for making our wedding the perfect day!

Recently, we celebrated the wedding of our son at the Upsky Bar at the Current Hotel. The whole experience was unforgettable. The staff and wedding coordinator were superb, so accommodating and professional. They knew their job! My son’s wedding was just beautiful. A special shout-out to Kimberlin, at the Current, who so kindly helped us at each step. Thank you to all!

We are from out of town and knew we wanted to have our ceremony and reception in one spot. Hotel Blackhawk was able accommodate that with a seamless timeline that made the whole process a breeze. Kimberlin (their event coordinator) was fantastic and was able to put our vision into reality. She had great communication and execution throughout the whole process. We would definitely recommend choosing the Hotel Blackhawk for your wedding.

My husband and I had the absolute best weekend of our lives. The venue was absolutely perfect and Kimberlin was amazing to work with. We never had to worry about anything and knew we could put our full trust in Kimberlin and the venue to give us the best experience. From all the planning to getting through the wedding day, everything was fantastic.

This was the most elegant and beautiful venue. They had everything we needed and answers quickly for any questions we had. The staff was wonderful and make sure all of us including our guests had the most wonderful time. Kimberlin was also a lifesaver and the best resource we could’ve asked for!

Wow! Customer service throughout the process, Kim was more than what I could have asked for. We had changes at the last minute that we were able to do. The food was terrific. I was also able to have my ceremony and reception all in the same place, which was a massive factor for us. We were also able to use the sky bar for pictures.
We did get a lot of compliments on how tasty the food was. One thing that I would recommend is giving the groom and groomsmen the same type of room the bride and bridesmaids get.

Kimberlin and the entire staff at the Hotel Blackhawk absolutely made our wedding day dreams come true. Kimberlin ensured no detail was left unfinished, kept in constant communication throughout the planning, and helped manage our budget and vendors.

There is no better or more beautiful place to host a wedding in the quad cities area than The Hotel Blackhawk and Kimberlin will ensure you’re happy every step of the way.

I had an amazing experience at Hotel Blackhawk! Kimberlin was incredible, and worked very closely with my wedding planner and other vendors. We had both our ceremony and reception at Hotel Blackhawk and it could not have been more perfect! I would not have changed a thing.

Very good service. Everything went exactly as planned.

I knew the moment I walked into the Gold Room at the Hotel Blackhawk that I wanted it to be our wedding venue. It is absolutely gorgeous on its own so there was very little I needed to do for décor. When Kimberlin handed me a folder full of recommended vendors that she had worked with in the past and was able to answer all of my questions immediately, I knew we had picked the right place. We were given all our food and drink options to choose from with pricing up front, which made budgeting super easy and when we had last minute changes, Kimberlin didn't even bat an eye. To say Kimberlin is nothing short of incredible is an understatement - she may actually be superhuman. She was there for absolutely every question, concern, request, and situation. Kimberlin and her team made it possible for me to not only enjoy the planning process and our wedding day, but my husband and I were both able to be completely relaxed because she is so amazing.

Absolutely amazing!!! Gorgeous indoor and outdoor venue. The sunset on the rooftop bar was spectacular and guests loved it. This vendor suggest preferred vendors for all areas of the wedding planning (flowers, decor, photographer, DJ, videographer and transportation) I was extremely pleased with all the choices and the support regarding the communication with vendors. Kimberlin Richardson was like hiring a personal wedding planner!! She was organized, professional, flexible, responsible and always calm! Kimberlin responds efficiently and quickly!! She addresses all needs, concerns and questions. I was beyond impressed by her. I give a lot of credit to her for the easiness of the planning and smoothness of the night. The bartenders were friendly, fun and interactive with guests. Everything from cocktail reception, dinner, champagne toasts and reception moved smoothly and effortlessly. Many compliments on the food by guests. They loved the appetizers, food and drink options. Several of my guests reached out to compliment the night. Overall, I can’t express enough how joyous the night was to celebrate my son’s wedding. I would recommend the venue, staff, food, planning and setup to anyone celebrating a special occasion. My son, daughter-in-law and our families haven’t stopped talking about this special night!!!

The entire staff at Hotel Blackhawk were incredibly kind and helpful. Kimberlin, our coordinator at the hotel, was extremely knowledgeable and organized, never missing a detail throughout the entire process. She was also very patient and passionate about what she does. From booking to the day of, I always felt supported and cared for by every member of the hotel that I worked with! I would recommend this venue to anyone and everyone getting married. I loved my experience here!

I’m so glad we chose Hotel BlackHawk for our son’s rehearsal dinner! The view from the 11th floor was so cool! The room was set up nicely. The appetizers and food were both very good!

Kimberlin was easy to work with, as well. She always responded in a timely manner leading up to the day. She offered great advice.

Everything turned out so well, and it was a great way to kick off an amazing wedding weekend!

Kimberlin and the whole team at The Black Hawk/ The Current were so wonderful to work with. We had our rehearsal dinner at The Current and Kimberlin made the planning so easy. The staff working day-of were so kind, helpful and professional. The room was set up well, the food was good and crowd-pleasing and the staff made sure we had everything we needed. They communicated with us throughout the whole evening and really made us feel special.

I cannot say enough about the Hotel Blackhawk and the fine job they did hosting my daughter’s wedding and reception. The hotel and ballroom are gorgeous, and even more so once decorated by local florist, Chris Crow, whose centerpieces, flower arrangements, garlands and candles accentuated the beautiful crystal chandeliers, wall sconces already in the room. We held our ceremony and reception in the same room, and the skill and speed with which the staff and our vendors flipped the room was extraordinary. While they did that, the mezzanine/balcony outside the ballroom and above the lobby was perfect for our cocktail reception of bubbly and passed hors d’oeuvres. Our pianist played cocktail music on the baby grand piano in the lobby (which was freshly tuned for us) to provide more atmosphere. Everything from the appetizers to the dinners were terrific. Guests from across the country commented on how beautiful the room looked and how delicious was the food. One hundred thirty four of our 200 guests ordered the filet, one of which was me. It was perfect. And I swear the other 133 people who ordered it made a point of telling me their meal was excellent. In fact, all the entrees were excellent. We offered a chicken dish and a vegetarian dish as well. High marks all around. The service also was good and our large room was well attended by the staff. All good things began and ended with the hotel’s excellent wedding coordinator, Kimberlin Richardson. Kimberlin attended to every need and detail we requested. She had a great sense of what would work best for us in the room. And after spending time with my daughter, she did everything from recommending the right local vendors for all our needs, maneuvering us through changes in the room block, arranging and attending our food tasting, and was willing to call audibles for us to accommodate our wish list. She also made sure the room, and everything else, was perfect. And it was. Guests are still talking about it. No job was too big or too small for Kimberlin, from orchestrating our welcome reception in the hotel’s Bowling Alley and Martini Lounge (really fun!) to arranging our Sunday breakfast on a sister hotel’s rooftop down the block (with breathtaking views of the Mississippi River Valley), to pinning on the Father of the Bride’s boutonniere, to fluffing the brides dress before she walked down the aisle. Kimberlin does all this while being exceptionally warm and friendly and positive. On a busy wedding weekend, that proves invaluable in and of itself. Having everything under one roof was terrific as well. Many guests commented on how nice it was that the welcome reception was in the bowling alley right in the hotel. Many of our guests also commented to us about the nice accommodations in the hotel and how good the food was in the hotel’s Bix Bistro restaurant. I can vouch for the burger and the pancakes, bacon and eggs. I heard from several others that the salmon salad and the beef tip crostini were also good. Several guests also took advantage of the spa and barber shop off the main lobby for haircuts, hairdos and manicures. And the hotel is proximate to many sights and attractions, not the lest of which is the riverfront. It was a tremendous experience and my daughter had the wedding of which she always dreamed. Thank you, Hotel Blackhawk!

I can’t say enough good things about the Hotel Blackhawk or Kimberlin. They made this process incredibly easy. The Gold Room is so beautiful that we barely needed decorations. They had amazing food and drink options. We got so many compliments on the dinner and late night snack. The bartenders were amazing, and made sure Ryan and I always had something to drink! The spa on site did our hair and makeup and it turned out wonderfully. They have fun options, like a bowling alley for an after party or a coffee shop with boozy shakes!

None of it would have been possible without Kimberlin. She was with us every step of the way - from the moment we booked through the week after! She was incredibly responsive throughout the process and was knowledgeable about amounts of food/decor we might need! She’s an invaluable resource throughout the process!

We loved our wedding here and it wouldn’t have been the same anywhere else!

Everything from booking to the day of our event was absolutely perfect! Kimberlin was so easy to work with and her positive energy and excitement about every detail was awesome!! She was very transparent about everything which left no room for surprises on the day of our wedding. The venue (the Gold Room) was STUNNING and the staff was very friendly and professional. I had many compliments from guests on how awesome the waiters/waitresses were. Everyone was awesome and worked so hard to make our day perfect.

Our day was amazing from start to finish! Our wedding was very small and intimate with reception in the Club Davenport room. The ceremony and reception was beautiful and the food was fantastic. The hotel took care of our guests needs and special accommodations.

Hotel Blackhawk is beautifully restored to its Art Deco opulence with modern upgrades. The rooms, and venues (lobby/bar area, Bowling Alley's, Club Davenport Room) were beautiful. All of the staff were exceedingly kind, patient and helpful. The best part was working with Kimberlin Richardson,social sales manager, who arranged our requests, guided us through the process, made excellent recommendations, accomodated every need. She made it all work better than I could have expected. I'm from Chicago, our Mother of the bride picked up a Hotel Blackhawk flier at at bridal expo & passed along to us. Choosing Hotel Blackhawk was the best decision. We had a block of rooms, post reception bowling alley buy-out with full bar & post wedding brunch. No anxiety, stayed on/under budget-credited for things not used. Hope to be back, again.

The Hotel Blackhawk was the first and only venue we visited for our wedding as it checked all our boxes, the most important one being a singular location for guest accommodations, day-of getting ready/styling, ceremony, and reception. This was important to us not only for convenience but also the safety of our guests. The hotel is absolutely beautiful and ornate that if you chose not to have additional décor for your wedding it would still be stunning. We already had a wedding planner prior to selecting the venue, but if we had not, we would have been in perfect hands with Kimberlin, the wedding & event planner at the hotel; whether you have a planner or not (she worked wonderfully with ours), Kimberlin will take care of everything and put your mind at ease. She’s attentive, enthusiastic, and cares about what will make your day special. Everything was perfectly coordinated day-of, and we felt very thought of as Kimberlin checked in with us regularly. If you need more convincing that this is the venue for you, we had several guests tell us the dinner service was so outstanding that they wanted to add their own gratuity for their server that evening.