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Chris Sent on 10/17/20245 out of 5 rating-
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The wedding of our dreams!
So, first off, we chose mcmenamins because it has a special place in my heart. I have been going to their pubs for the last 37 years. My fiancee loved the connection to me, and we loved their INCREDIBLE value! Honestly, the minimum is the price of JUST a venue in the immediate area. On top of that, they have so many of the vendors and options already figured out for you that you only have to worry about HALF of the normal to-do list items when planning your wedding.
Seriously, I went into this thinking... yeah it's my wedding... it'll be fine...
I ended that night more in love with my wife than I was when...So, first off, we chose mcmenamins because it has a special place in my heart. I have been going to their pubs for the last 37 years. My fiancee loved the connection to me, and we loved their INCREDIBLE value! Honestly, the minimum is the price of JUST a venue in the immediate area. On top of that, they have so many of the vendors and options already figured out for you that you only have to worry about HALF of the normal to-do list items when planning your wedding.
Seriously, I went into this thinking... yeah it's my wedding... it'll be fine...
I ended that night more in love with my wife than I was when I started the day. If I had dreamed of my wedding, I can tell you confidently that this exceeded anything I could have dreamed up! -
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Hannah Sent on 11/10/20245 out of 5 rating
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Perfect Welcome Party Venue
McMenamins Anderson School made our day perfect by hosting an excellent welcome party. They were incredibly easy to work with, and our guests appreciated the convenient location of the hotel. Their service and accommodations set the perfect tone for our wedding celebrations, ensuring our out-of-town guests felt comfortable and welcomed.McMenamins Anderson School made our day perfect by hosting an excellent welcome party. They were incredibly easy to work with, and our guests appreciated the convenient location of the hotel. Their service and accommodations set the perfect tone for our wedding celebrations, ensuring our out-of-town guests felt comfortable and welcomed. -
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Rachel Sent on 10/03/20245 out of 5 rating
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Perfect venue for a funky, casual wedding
We absolutely loved our wedding here. They were very professional, responsive, and obviously very experienced throwing weddings in Haynes hall/square. The whole property is decorated in such a fun way, and the landscaping is absolutely beautiful. There were so many great places to take photos! And it's of course so convenient that it has a hotel and multiple restaurants on property- we had a little afterparty at the Woodshop. And the price point is far more reasonable than any other venues we were looking at.
My one bit of advice is that if you're having a summer wedding to plan accordingly. There is no shade structure over Hayne's Square (unless you rent a tent), and it can be...We absolutely loved our wedding here. They were very professional, responsive, and obviously very experienced throwing weddings in Haynes hall/square. The whole property is decorated in such a fun way, and the landscaping is absolutely beautiful. There were so many great places to take photos! And it's of course so convenient that it has a hotel and multiple restaurants on property- we had a little afterparty at the Woodshop. And the price point is far more reasonable than any other venues we were looking at.
My one bit of advice is that if you're having a summer wedding to plan accordingly. There is no shade structure over Hayne's Square (unless you rent a tent), and it can be pretty blazing hot in July/August. We had our ceremony at 5pm on an 83 degree day, and I'd say about 70% of the guests were in the shade by then. However, our officiant and us were staring in to the bright sun and sweating like pigs! If I could plan everything again, I would probably hold off on the ceremony until 6pm, or at least 5:30. At that point the whole square is in shade. For reference, the picture of Haynes Square I added was taken at about 3pm.-
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Claire Sent on 08/07/20245 out of 5 rating
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Fantastic stay and wedding welcome + goodbye event venue
We chose McMenamins for our wedding block, welcome event, and goodbye brunch and we are SO glad we did. Our guests really enjoyed the quirkiness, variety, spaciousness, and dining options at McMenamins. The hallways are filled with funky lanterns, rich information about Seattle/Bothell history, and historical illustrations. The rooms were clean, and came with amenities and toiletries. The event coordinator Jennifer and catering staff for our events were excellent. They made sure everything was set up exactly as we wanted, and had plentiful menus to choose from. The food was delicious (people LOVED the terminator meatballs), the bar was easily accessible, and they were able to adjust for headcount flexibly as well as upgrade our drinks on the day of. We can't wait to visit again!We chose McMenamins for our wedding block, welcome event, and goodbye brunch and we are SO glad we did. Our guests really enjoyed the quirkiness, variety, spaciousness, and dining options at McMenamins. The hallways are filled with funky lanterns, rich information about Seattle/Bothell history, and historical illustrations. The rooms were clean, and came with amenities and toiletries. The event coordinator Jennifer and catering staff for our events were excellent. They made sure everything was set up exactly as we wanted, and had plentiful menus to choose from. The food was delicious (people LOVED the terminator meatballs), the bar was easily accessible, and they were able to adjust for headcount flexibly as well as upgrade our drinks on the day of. We can't wait to visit again! -
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Colleen Sent on 07/26/20235 out of 5 rating
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Unique Venue with Easy Planning!
We are SO glad we chose McMenamins Anderson School for our wedding ceremony and reception. Everyone that we interacted with from McMenamins, from the event coordinators to the bartenders to the hotel staff were all incredibly helpful and professional. The team knows how to put on an event, and every detail the day-of was executed exactly as we planned. They made the wedding planning process so easy! We also received many compliments from wedding guests afterwards who appreciated the convenience of being able to stay on-site and the uniqueness of the venue.We are SO glad we chose McMenamins Anderson School for our wedding ceremony and reception. Everyone that we interacted with from McMenamins, from the event coordinators to the bartenders to the hotel staff were all incredibly helpful and professional. The team knows how to put on an event, and every detail the day-of was executed exactly as we planned. They made the wedding planning process so easy! We also received many compliments from wedding guests afterwards who appreciated the convenience of being able to stay on-site and the uniqueness of the venue.-
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Debora Sent on 01/22/20205 out of 5 rating
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everything was perfect.
perfect. Everybody from staff to anyone walking around there.perfect. Everybody from staff to anyone walking around there. -
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Julie Sent on 10/14/20195 out of 5 rating
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The Perfect Brunch Wedding!
McMenamins Anderson School was a beautiful location for our wedding that checked every box--- Space? Check! Rooms to get ready? Check! Proximity to ferry, Seatac and Seattle? Check! In house catering? Check! Wonderful staff? Check! Parking?! Check check!
McMenamins will give you a staff member that will coordinate your event with you from beginning to end. Jennifer communicated with us often and made sure we were taken care of. The staff was more than accommodating and helpful. The food was delicious! and the drinks were the best!McMenamins Anderson School was a beautiful location for our wedding that checked every box--- Space? Check! Rooms to get ready? Check! Proximity to ferry, Seatac and Seattle? Check! In house catering? Check! Wonderful staff? Check! Parking?! Check check!
McMenamins will give you a staff member that will coordinate your event with you from beginning to end. Jennifer communicated with us often and made sure we were taken care of. The staff was more than accommodating and helpful. The food was delicious! and the drinks were the best! -
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Jenny Sent on 07/20/20165 out of 5 rating
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We stayed in a 'King Plus' room for two nights during our honeymoon & it was seriously the coziest hotel room you could ask for. Take advantage of the saltwater swimming pool! Everything was so clean & thoughtfully decorated & the staff was very friendly & welcoming.We stayed in a 'King Plus' room for two nights during our honeymoon & it was seriously the coziest hotel room you could ask for. Take advantage of the saltwater swimming pool! Everything was so clean & thoughtfully decorated & the staff was very friendly & welcoming. -
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Shyann Sent on 02/04/20245 out of 5 rating
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2023 wedding
My partner and I couldn’t of asked for an easier wedding! If you’re looking for a place that has it all, go to a McMenamins. For a base price you get catering, your drinks, linens, tables and chairs. Add ons like mics, dances floors etc aren’t expensive and easy to add to your package. At our location (Anderson school bothell) Laura helped us so much and was very responsive via email and phone. The day went so smooth and we had a blast. Some people love to pick specific vendors for their day which I totally get, but if you’re wanting a stress free easy wedding this is the way to go in my opinion!My partner and I couldn’t of asked for an easier wedding! If you’re looking for a place that has it all, go to a McMenamins. For a base price you get catering, your drinks, linens, tables and chairs. Add ons like mics, dances floors etc aren’t expensive and easy to add to your package. At our location (Anderson school bothell) Laura helped us so much and was very responsive via email and phone. The day went so smooth and we had a blast. Some people love to pick specific vendors for their day which I totally get, but if you’re wanting a stress free easy wedding this is the way to go in my opinion! -
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Molly Sent on 11/10/20225 out of 5 rating
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Best decision we made
My husband and I had just a few requirements for our big day: we wanted a fun, unique venue, good food, we didn't want to go into debt over our wedding, and we didn't want any of our friends/family to have to be the ones setting up chairs in the morning or rolling away tables at the end of the night. McMenamin's really delivered on those four things, and more! Jennifer (the event planner at McMenamins) made the whole process smooth and painless from beginning to end, and went the extra mile as we got closer to the big day by accommodating us with getting into the spaces early to set up table decor/flowers, supplying us with tables to...My husband and I had just a few requirements for our big day: we wanted a fun, unique venue, good food, we didn't want to go into debt over our wedding, and we didn't want any of our friends/family to have to be the ones setting up chairs in the morning or rolling away tables at the end of the night. McMenamin's really delivered on those four things, and more! Jennifer (the event planner at McMenamins) made the whole process smooth and painless from beginning to end, and went the extra mile as we got closer to the big day by accommodating us with getting into the spaces early to set up table decor/flowers, supplying us with tables to set up in our hotel rooms for flower arrangements, and even setting up a complimentary wine/beer tasting for us during the planning stages. McMenamin's is SUCH a value for what you get- the venue, food, drinks, set-up/take-down, and staffing are all handled in-house, so you're not dealing with the nightmare of coordinating 10 different vendors on top of trying to enjoy your special day. And bonus, it's a hotel, so your guests can easily grab a room for the night or longer if they're traveling! The staff could not have been kinder or more on top of everything. The food was delicious. All of our guests commented on how whimsical, romantic, and unique our venue was. At one point during the cocktail hour I took a minute to take it all in- gorgeous garden setting, firepits crackling, twinkle lights twinkling, everyone enjoying delicious food- and I high-fived myself for this great decision since my new husband was being eaten alive by relatives. Really can't recommend this place highly enough. -
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Emily Sent on 07/19/20225 out of 5 rating
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Amazing experience
Jennifer at McMenamins Anderson School House was so helpful in organizing our wedding in Haynes Hall & Square. The tables, chairs, linens, wait staff, and planning were all included with the cost of meeting the minimum for food and drink catering. What a deal!Jennifer at McMenamins Anderson School House was so helpful in organizing our wedding in Haynes Hall & Square. The tables, chairs, linens, wait staff, and planning were all included with the cost of meeting the minimum for food and drink catering. What a deal!-
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Sarah Sent on 12/15/20215 out of 5 rating
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Perfect Rehearsal Dinner Spot
We went to McMinnamins for our rehearsal dinner. Booking was easy and the service was great. We had 25 people. Drinks and food didn't take long at all. They put us in a side room so we felt like everyone could chat and hangout.We went to McMinnamins for our rehearsal dinner. Booking was easy and the service was great. We had 25 people. Drinks and food didn't take long at all. They put us in a side room so we felt like everyone could chat and hangout. -
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Derek Sent on 08/31/20215 out of 5 rating
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Outstanding service great planning and execution.
We were very happy with the high level of service. The unique property and incredible ambiance alone were great, the planners and staff overall were very nice and we felt like we were in good hands from start to finish.We were very happy with the high level of service. The unique property and incredible ambiance alone were great, the planners and staff overall were very nice and we felt like we were in good hands from start to finish. -
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Deanna Sent on 02/19/20195 out of 5 rating
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Even in a Snowstorm - A Complete Success
Planning a winter wedding can lead to some unexpected events, like the worst snowstorm in Seattle in years. However everything went off perfectly. The staff at Anderson School house went above expectations to make sure our day was perfect. So many guest commented on how much fun they had and how beautiful and quirky the venue was. Laura, our coordinator, is a true professional. She lent us her experiences and helped us make decisions we didn't even know we needed to make. The entire event went smoothly and timely, they didn't miss a thing -- and again during a snow storm.Planning a winter wedding can lead to some unexpected events, like the worst snowstorm in Seattle in years. However everything went off perfectly. The staff at Anderson School house went above expectations to make sure our day was perfect. So many guest commented on how much fun they had and how beautiful and quirky the venue was. Laura, our coordinator, is a true professional. She lent us her experiences and helped us make decisions we didn't even know we needed to make. The entire event went smoothly and timely, they didn't miss a thing -- and again during a snow storm. -
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Lori Sent on 09/07/20185 out of 5 rating
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It was an awesome for rehearsal dinnerIt was an awesome for rehearsal dinner -
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Kathryn Sent on 12/26/20175 out of 5 rating
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Their food was great, their sales coordinator was great and the party was a blast.Their food was great, their sales coordinator was great and the party was a blast. -
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Mai L. Sent on 11/11/20175 out of 5 rating
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Food was amazing! Setup was just as we requested, servers were very attentive. The planner assigned to us was superb and extremely helpful!Food was amazing! Setup was just as we requested, servers were very attentive. The planner assigned to us was superb and extremely helpful! -
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Sarah Sent on 09/06/20175 out of 5 rating
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Everyone was so helpful and great at McMenamins! Laura Lilley made planning and getting ready for our wedding so easy. She was so responsive, kind, and made meetings stress-free. I highly recommend having your wedding at this venue! It's beautiful, fun, and they handled everything while making it look easy!Everyone was so helpful and great at McMenamins! Laura Lilley made planning and getting ready for our wedding so easy. She was so responsive, kind, and made meetings stress-free. I highly recommend having your wedding at this venue! It's beautiful, fun, and they handled everything while making it look easy! -
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Maria Sent on 08/17/20175 out of 5 rating
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The staff at McMenamins in Bothell are the reason to book. They are genuine and will take care of your needs. It goes beyond saying that the facilities and food are outstanding as well. I am so happy that we held our family event here. They accommodated our large family with many small children.The staff at McMenamins in Bothell are the reason to book. They are genuine and will take care of your needs. It goes beyond saying that the facilities and food are outstanding as well. I am so happy that we held our family event here. They accommodated our large family with many small children. -
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Jules Sent on 07/14/20175 out of 5 rating
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The event coordinator helped us through each step of planning our son's rehearsal dinner. We went into the event knowing that everything was taken care of.
We would use them againThe event coordinator helped us through each step of planning our son's rehearsal dinner. We went into the event knowing that everything was taken care of.
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Stoyan Sent on 06/06/20175 out of 5 rating
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Great venue, great organization and professional service!Great venue, great organization and professional service! -
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Jan Sent on 03/03/20175 out of 5 rating
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Anderson School venue, food, drink and friendly service was the BEST we have ever experienced. Our guests (and my husband, the Birthday guy) cannot quit talking about how delicious the food was, how helpful the staff was and how much fun they had. They made it easy to create the experience you wanted to have with a minimum of stress.Anderson School venue, food, drink and friendly service was the BEST we have ever experienced. Our guests (and my husband, the Birthday guy) cannot quit talking about how delicious the food was, how helpful the staff was and how much fun they had. They made it easy to create the experience you wanted to have with a minimum of stress. -
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Stacey Sent on 02/23/20175 out of 5 rating
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We had to reschedule 4 times due to weather reports and I cannot thank the staff (Adam) for being willing and so cool about changing dates! Once we finally had the event we had a lot of comments on how good the food was. The staff during the event were all A+++++
Thanks!We had to reschedule 4 times due to weather reports and I cannot thank the staff (Adam) for being willing and so cool about changing dates! Once we finally had the event we had a lot of comments on how good the food was. The staff during the event were all A+++++
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Brandi Sent on 11/04/20165 out of 5 rating
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Plan EARLY and have Laura Lilley help plan your event!!Plan EARLY and have Laura Lilley help plan your event!! -
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User2705389 Sent on 07/29/20165 out of 5 rating
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We hired Mcmenamins Anderson School as the venue for a wedding rehearsal dinner and for a day after wedding brunch. We selected them because of recommendations from local residents and we conducted all our negotiation and planning via phone. Everything was handled very professionally, and all arrangements were delivered exactly as contracted. The food was outstanding and the staff was terrific. The venues for both events were comfortable for our size group. The one disappointment is that the room for the rehearsal dinner turned out to be bit darker than we inferred from the pictures. However, use of the room came with an attached balcony which proved to be perfect for our guests. I would sincerely recommend McMenamins and I would use them again for this type of event.We hired Mcmenamins Anderson School as the venue for a wedding rehearsal dinner and for a day after wedding brunch. We selected them because of recommendations from local residents and we conducted all our negotiation and planning via phone. Everything was handled very professionally, and all arrangements were delivered exactly as contracted. The food was outstanding and the staff was terrific. The venues for both events were comfortable for our size group. The one disappointment is that the room for the rehearsal dinner turned out to be bit darker than we inferred from the pictures. However, use of the room came with an attached balcony which proved to be perfect for our guests. I would sincerely recommend McMenamins and I would use them again for this type of event. -
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