A Hotel in the Heart of Minneapolis
$3,500 starting price
251 to 300 guests
Emma
MANAGER
Typically responds within 24h
AWARD WINNER (6X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
The East Town Ballroom at the Courtyard Minneapolis Downtown is a wedding venue located in Minneapolis, MN. The hotel is minutes away from the University of Minnesota and is nearby downtown attractions such as Gold Medal Park and Stone Arch Bridge. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a grand affair, the in-house wedding planners and other staff members will be there to offer support.
When hosting your special occasion at the East Town Ballroom at the Courtyard Minneapolis Downtown, you can share the day with up to 400 guests. The event space features impressive cream-colored drapery and warm lights, under which you and your guests can dine and dance. State-of-the-art AV equipment is also installed in the space, allowing you to share a slideshow of nostalgic images during your rehearsal dinner or reception. For celebrations in the open air, you are welcome to use the hotel’s courtyard. Its ivy wall creates a unique backdrop for your vow exchange or an intimate setting for a small reception meal. After the last dance of the night, you and your guests can rest in any of the hotel’s rooms or suites.
The planners at the East Town Ballroom at the Courtyard Minneapolis Downtown delight in helping couples create dream events. To do so, they offer a number of wedding packages that can be customized with à la carte options. For a seamless experience on your big day, the staff will be there to set up and clean up the ballroom. Specialty tables along with white or grey floor-length linens and matching napkins will also be provided. For a memorable reception meal, the culinary team is happy to prepare an array of delectable dishes. From hors d'oeuvres such as sliders and sushi to plated dinners like salmon and sirloin, they will create a menu that appeals to your palate. The morning after your celebration, the chefs can also provide brunch options and mimosa bar stations. Be sure to check out the gallery for an exclusive 360° Virtual Tour!
Speaks English
Pricing details
Starting prices
Reception:
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Ceremony:
$500
Bar services:
$8 per person
Catering:
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Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees. Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices. Peak season for this venue is Aug-Oct.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Ballroom
Garden
Hotel
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Food & Catering
Planning
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Emma
Manager
Emma Carmichael is a dynamic force in the events industry, serving as the esteemed Catering & Events Manager at the Courtyard Minneapolis Downtown and the East Town Ballroom since November 2023. Originally from the South Metro area, Emma brings a fresh perspective and a wealth of experience to her role. With a passion for curating unforgettable weddings and social gatherings, she approaches each event with unwavering dedication and a keen eye for detail.
Reviews
4.9
out of 5.062 reviews
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The East Town Ballroom at Courtyard in Downtown Minneapolis receives rave reviews from couples who held their wedding receptions there. Emma, the coordinator, is praised for her attentiveness and communication throughout the planning process. Guests appreciated the beautiful venue, delicious food, spacious ballroom, and accommodating staff. The all-inclusive packages, affordability, and convenience of having the hotel on-site were highlights, with positive feedback on the ease of coordinating room blocks for guests. Overall, the East Town Ballroom is highly recommended for memorable and smooth wedding experiences.Review photos
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Heather B
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5.0
6/18/2024
We had both our ceremony and reception here this weekend and Emma was so awesome and so helpful!! The ballrooms were beautiful, and the food was absolutely delicious. We had some dietary restrictions, which they met and ensured everyone was taken care of. Emma worked with us and was so accommodating, and everything went smoothly. Many of our guests also stayed the night and had a wonderful time. We definitely recommend East Town Ballroom and are so thankful for all the hard work of all the staff!
Earl L
5.0
1/09/2025
Linsey was extremely helpful before and after our wedding in helping us make arrangements to make our guests comfortable and welcome, and to iron out any kinks that arose.
Any questions?
Katie R
5.0
12/31/2024
We held our wedding reception here in August and everything went great! Emma was an absolute joy to work with throughout the entire planning process. She was great and communication and super attentive and accommodating of all our requests. The hotel had plenty of places for us to take photos. Our guests enjoyed their stay as well and they absolutely raved about the food.
Isaac X
5.0
12/31/2024
The East Town Ballroom at Courtyard near Downtown Minneapolis was a great place to hold our wedding reception. Our coordinator was really flexible and very accommodating for our needs and requests. The ballroom was spacious and looked very lovely making our wedding reception a memorable time spent with family and friends.
Bennett Z
5.0
12/23/2024
We loved having our wedding here! Our venue coordinator was more than helpful and very communicative throughout the process. All of our guests raved about the food, both the meal and the late night snacks were delicious. The space was beautiful and we liked that we could have the ceremony and reception in the same space. Having the hotel on site is a big plus! We had 2 separate spaces for getting ready on site, which was a big help, and the courtyard is a great place for photos. We heard nothing but positive feedback from our guests and would recommend East Town Ballroom at Courtyard Minneapolis Downtown to any couple planning their wedding!
Angela B
5.0
12/22/2024
We got married 8/31/24 and we had a fantastic time! The food was delicious and we were able to work with Emma to choose a menu that best suited us. The presentation on day of was perfect and nicely set! It made the buffet go very smoothly! Emma was a giant help the day of the wedding and even fluffed my veil before I walked down. She was very accommodating and explained every detail thoroughly. People loved the location as there was many bars nearby and we were able to host the rehearsal dinner next door. Guest highlights I have heard: delicious food, wonderful outdoor space to get away, bar in lobby, nice big rooms for those who booked. Newlywed highlights: included suite, reflection room, music was able to be done from a device no DJ required if that’s not your style, and sunset photos on top of the parking garage overlooking the city of Minneapolis (my favorite ones).
Kendra M
5.0
12/22/2024
ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS VENUE!!
my husband and I got married at East Town Ballroom back in May and were very pleased with our experience! when we first found this venue we had a meeting with the previous manager and shortly after deciding we wanted to go with this venue they switched managers and Emma was hired. she was an ABSOLUTE joy to work with and was so happy and ready to help with making our vision become a reality. From fleshing out wedding details to putting on the actual wedding, Emma was incredible! the staff is so friendly and kind and ready to help!
While Emma was thrown into a position where she would quickly have to learn and figure out all the weddings already booked and weddings to come, she was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful.
Not only were we happy with the service but the price. now-a-days weddings cost an arm and a leg but we were very happy with how they were ready to work with us on a plan and that we weren’t charged for all the underlying costs that other venues try to charge you with. Everything is very clearly laid out and said up front.
We would absolutely recommend this venue to anyone who asks and beyond!
Bailey Z
5.0
12/22/2024
WOW - the team at the East Town Ballroom did an incredible job for our wedding in October. Emma helped with every step of the planning process and we felt very well taken care of. Their communication and professionalism was top notch.
Bonus: the ivy wall on the patio made our photos INCREDIBLE!
12/10 would recommend this venue
Jake W
5.0
9/25/2024
Courtyard Marriott was a fantastic choice for our wedding guests. The rooms were clean, spacious, and comfortable, and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. Many of our guests commented on how much they enjoyed their stay, and the hotel was conveniently located near Town Hall Brewery, our rehearsal dinner space. We also appreciated the ease of coordinating room blocks for our guests.
Victoria C
5.0
9/24/2024
This was one of the best values for a reception venue I saw when researching for my wedding. One aspect I appreciated most was just how much was included in their packages. I didn't need to worry about additional costs of linens, cake cutting fees, or extra costs for the dance floor. The space looked beautiful, all of the wedding packages included the tulle draping, and their chairs looked nice and didn't need chair covers that I didn't need to set up or pay for. Having the luxury suite upstairs included for us so we didn't need to travel anywhere when the night was over was also ideal. There were some delays in hearing back from staff when we were trying to schedule things, but I think this was mostly due to them transitioning between event planners at the time. While from my perspective as the bride, everything went off without a hitch, I did hear back from guest that highchairs were placed at the wrong tables and the number of chairs at particular tables didn't always match up with what we had planned - this could have been caught when we were in there decorating morning of, so I guess just double check all of the details. Also guests need to pay for parking (unless you go with their most expensive package). So while that didn't effect me, and while I think it's fair to ask that of our guests, it is something to keep in mind.
Ami L
5.0
9/09/2024
The Courtyard was our hotel block and they were so easy to work with! Our guests had a great experience staying there, and the hotel is so centrally located and easy to access via public transit. I highly recommend contacting them for your hotel and wedding needs in Minneapolis!
Nick v
5.0
10/24/2023
We had our guests stay at the Courtyard Minneapolis. All said wonderful things about their stay. We would definitely recommend. They were so easy to work with!
Stephanie O
5.0
8/23/2023
Deciding to host our wedding at the East Town Ballroom at Courtyard Marriott was one of the best wedding decisions we made. Shauna was incredible to work with and the staff the day of went above and beyond in their service to our guests. Seriously - I can’t say enough about Shauna and the staff! The hotel itself is delightfully decorated and the rooms are very spacious. We received many great compliments on the venue! And there were many great special touches throughout the planning process. Thank you for making our day the best!
Guillaume O
5.0
8/11/2023
David and his team were very supportive throughout our planning.
They were very organized and responsive to our inquiries, checked in with us regularly during the planning process, and offered a lot of additional accommodations for our guests to make their stay as pleasant as possible!
Guillaume and Lizzy
Jennifer K
5.0
10/15/2022
We used the Courtyard Minneapolis for our room block and rehearsal dinner. Overall great experience for both!
not implemented response 10/17/2022
Thank you so much for sharing your experience Jennifer! We wish you and Pablo nothing but ...
a lifetime of happiness!
Congratulations & Best Wishes again!
Deb L
5.0
10/13/2022
We had a block of rooms for our daughter's wedding weekend. Dee was fantastic to work with - they stayed in close touch about our numbers, and had lots of resources for us to consider. The staff at Courtyard is 5stars.
not implemented response 10/13/2022
Thank you so much Deb! Congratulations to Gina & Meredith!!
Bill S
4.0
10/09/2022
This is a great hotel right by downtown Minneapolis - good service, good atmosphere, a very nice gift awaiting us on our wedding night. And dog friendly to boot!
not implemented response 10/10/2022
Thank you so much Bill! It was a pleasure working thru some of the details of your big day...
with you! Congratulations & Best Wishes to you and Cassandra!
Jenn S
5.0
10/05/2022
I cannot recommend this hotel enough for a room block. We got married at the Minneapolis Event Center and they offered free Lyfts day of!
Dee at the Courtyard was incredibly helpful, quick to respond, nice, and happy to answer my 100s of questions. He helped my mom set up a welcome party Thursday night for all the out of town guests. Give him a call!
not implemented response 10/05/2022
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us Jenn! It was a true pleasure working...
thru some of the details with you. Congratulations & best wishes to you and Zach!
Erika G
5.0
6/16/2022
The venue was most important to me, and the staff at East Town Ballroom blew me away. The selling point for me was that the room fee was waived if we spent a certain amount on food, which was easily done! The food was absolutely delicious, and several guests mentioned how great it was! The best part of the venue was the service. I worked with Cathy and Lexi, and communication was a breeze. They answered all of my questions promptly, and were very kind and helpful. Lexi worked with us in person on the day of our wedding and she helped things run smoothly. I would 100% recommend this venue to anyone. The only downside is that the ramp connected to the hotel is owned by the city, so it's about $22 per day to park at the hotel.
Jasmine J
5.0
4/03/2022
My husband and I were married 9.4.21 at the East Town Ballroom. Cathy and Dee (David) were outstanding, full of knowledge and ready to help whenever needed. Response time was always quick and efficient. The venue offers the option for either an indoor or outdoor wedding, the reception area is large and beautiful with the drapery and lights. The space allows for a number of layouts. The social hour and bar space is great with close proximity but eliminates any crowding in the reception space. The venue is VERY affordable and you don't need to hire an outside caterer. There are options to fit a variety of wedding desires, you can really mold the services to make your dream wedding. I cannot emphasize enough the convenience of having our wedding ceremony, reception and room block in one place. You won't be disappointed if you choose the East Town Ballroom. My husband and I were also able to capture great photos with the skyline from the rooftop parking garage.
Jemma L
5.0
3/27/2022
Could not have asked for a better experience planning our wedding and the day was better than either of us could have imagined. Planning our wedding with with only 4 months of planning time went extremely smooth and was so easy, they really have thought of everything and were completely honest about fees and expenses during the entire process. The food was exceptional, and the service from the team before, during and after the wedding was above and beyond.
I could not have wished for a better experience end result and all of our guests were extremely happy with the event. 10/10 would get married here again!
Zachary R
5.0
2/02/2022
We loved our stay at the Courtyard Minneapolis Downtown for our wedding. The hotel has a great location on the edge of downtown and was a quick walk away from our venue, the Day Block Event Center. The rate the hotel gave us and our guests was really competitive and the hotel even upgraded my wife and I to a suite free of charge! The hotel rep we worked with, David "Dee" Kurz," was also really helpful and responsive. 10/10 definitely recommended and we will stay there again on future visits to Minneapolis.
Megan S
5.0
12/30/2021
This is a great place to have a wedding!! Cathy was a great help, and all the staff was very professional. Super affordable too!
not implemented response 12/30/2021
Hello Megan!
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review! It was a an abso...
lute pleasure working thru some of the details with you and Noah on your special day.
Congratulations & Best Wishes to you both!
Bridget F
5.0
8/13/2021
I was majorly stressing about planning this wedding with ongoing Covid concerns and being on a fixed budget. The wedding coordinators, Dee and Cathy, put all my worries at ease. Their attention to detail, clear communication, quick follow up, and professional, warm personalities made them a dream to work with. You will not regret working with this team! Also the venue was beautiful -- we had a smaller group and decided to have the wedding in the lovely outdoor courtyard. The hotel was recently remodeled, so the lounge area, ballroom, and guest rooms look amazing. The hotel is within walking/driving distance of many restaurants, bars, events, etc. downtown. I cannot iterate enough how fabulous there staff was to work with. We loved hosting our wedding receptions at the Marriott and would highly recommend it!
not implemented response 08/16/2021
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us Bridget! It was a true pleasure work...
ing with you and Alex on some of the details for your big day! We wish you both a lifetime of happiness and are so honored that you chose to celebrate your wedding reception with us here at the Courtyard Minneapolis & East Town Ballroom!
S G
5.0
8/09/2021
The staff at the Courtyard was incredibly accommodating even as we had to reschedule due to COVID a few different times. Dee was wonderful; friendly, responsive, and took care of everything down to the last detail. She even gave me suggestions for hair stylists after hearing I was a in a pinch. Could not have asked for a better experience! Bonus, the Bridal Suite also has a stunning view of Downtown Minneapolis and was perfect for getting ready with my girlfriends
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Thank you so much for your kind words Sara! It was a true pleasure working with you and Na...
te throughout some of your wedding planning and unfortunate rescheduling process!
Elizabeth J
5.0
6/21/2021
I loved having my wedding at the Courtyard! The venue was very modern, in the middle of Minneapolis, and all the staff including Dee and Cathy were great to work with. They were also very flexible with all the uncertainty behind COVID. Additionally, Cathy and Dee were great at responding to any questions that my family and I had. I would highly recommend anyone who just got engaged to book with them!!! They really went out of their way to make my big day extra special.
not implemented response 06/22/2021
Thank you so much for choosing to celebrate your and David’s wedding with us here in the E...
ast Town Ballroom! It was a true pleasure working thru this process with you, even with the multiple curve balls we’ve experienced over the last year! We wish you and David a lifetime of happiness together and are so honored to have been a part of your special day!
Congratulations & Best Wishes!
Dee & Cathy
Tamiko P
5.0
10/27/2020
We absolutely LOVED having our wedding here at this venue! The hotel is modern, so clean and the location was perfect for us. We were looking for a place that had everything, which included the food (which was delicious), alcohol and bartenders, and a place to stay for our wedding night. We were thrilled that this location had everything we wanted. The courtyard area outside is what sold us the most and we ended up having our ceremony there which made for beautiful photos. They were AMAZING people to work with as well. April helped us in the beginning, and Dee took over most of our questions and planning help. He knew the answer to every single question and always helped put us at ease as we were planning a wedding during the COVID uncertainty. We worked with Cathy as well and she was so fun and easy to work with. Both Dee and Cathy helped us come up with ideas to make the wedding unique, and that really spoke to us because they really cared about making our day so perfect. Everyone (including the wait staff, bartenders and front desk crew) was super helpful, knowledgeable, quick to respond and we never had a single issue with anything. We seriously had almost no stress planning our wedding because everyone was always so happy to help! We appreciated every person here and they all helped us have the perfect wedding day!
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Thank you so much for the kind words Tamiko! It was a true honor to work with you and Jord...
an as you planned your special day and we are so happy that everything exceeded your expectations! Cheers to the two of you on a lifetime of wedded bliss!
Dee, Cathy & team
Kayla D
5.0
10/12/2020
Dee and the team at The Courtyard Marriott were amazingly supportive throughout the whole process. Dee provided timely updates directly to me when rooms were being booked to capacity or prices were dropping. The team is so knowledgeable in how to manage these situations. I would highly recommend Dee and the team at The Courtyard Marriott when booking for your block stays!
Heidi K
5.0
10/01/2020
The staff at Courtyard bu Marriott was so helpful. Cathy and Dee were quick to help us with any needs or questions we had and were greatly resourceful. We were going to have our wedding ceremony in the courtyard but due to Covid we were unable to so they were more than accommodating by having it in the ballroom. The reception was well spaced out for covid purposes without the sounds getting lost or the space feeling too big for our 100 guests. The food was amazing and the portions were plentiful. Even in uncertain times, they made it feel like a pandemic wasn't even happening. We loved their quality of service and attentiveness and woukd recommend them to anyone.
not implemented response 10/01/2020
Thank you so much for choosing to celebrate your wedding with us here at the East Town Bal...
lroom & Courtyard Minneapolis! It was a true pleasure working thru details with you and Joe. We also LOVED your personalized flare you were able to add to your décor!! Congratulations & Best Wishes to you both on your nuptials!
Jordan S
5.0
9/21/2020
We used the Courtyard Marriot as the hotel for our guests to stay at for our wedding that was close by. Dee was so great to work with throughout the entire process! Was always very quick to respond & sent updates regularly! Had multiple guests tell me how clean & safe they felt staying at the hotel during Covid!
not implemented response 09/21/2020
Thank you so much for choosing our team at the Courtyard Minneapolis Downtown to be a part...
of your and Abby's special day. We are so happy that the additional steps we have been taking during the pandemic allowed you and your guests to feel safe during your stays.
Congratulations & Best Wishes!
Deborah F
5.0
8/20/2020
Dee and Cathy were so amazing during our venue search! Dee answered so many of my questions and made our choice a no brainer. His service is far and above any other venue we talked to and he answered my emails at all hours of the day. He honestly was one of the main selling points for us.
He also helped us find our florist!
The venue itself is beautiful for pictures. The courtyard even in the winter was a perfect spot with elements of brick, wood, and greenery. The ceremony and reception space had a lot of options for layouts and we were able to customize almost everything. It was also a plus getting to walk home instead of shuttling to another location :)
10/10 would recommend for price, location, venue, food, accommodations, service. Our day was perfect at the Marriott.
not implemented response 08/21/2020
Thank you so much for reviewing us Deborah, your and Marcus' leap day wedding celebration ...
will be one to remember! Wishing you and Marcus congratulations & best wishes on your nuptials!
Kelly M
5.0
8/20/2020
Cathy and Dee are top notch!! I would recommend hosting here to anyone. They made the entire process super easy and took so much stress off of us even during COVID
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Thank you so much Andy & Kelly!! It was an honor to be a part of your wedding celebration!...
Hugs to Gavyn!
CONGRATS!
-Dee & Cathy
Zahra Y
5.0
1/14/2020
I recommend this venue and it’s staff.. if your looking for great service and help you should host your wedding with them.. I really had great experience with them and would recommend them all day everyday.. thank you guys for everything my night went smooth and had so much complement.. parking was little tough for guests to find since the connected parking building was full but otherwise food was amazing service was excellent and pricing was great thank you again.. am sure will meet you guys again with another family wedding.. wish y’all the best
Elaine B
5.0
10/30/2019
We decided to have our wedding here, ceremony and reception, and I was beyond thrilled with this choice! Our day was absolutely incredible and we can really thank this awesome venue for that! JP, Dee, and Cathy really worked to make sure we were 100% happy through the entire process. Their wedding packages are AWESOME. We even got a two night stay in their suite at the hotel where I got to get ready with my bridesmaids because of how big and how many windows there were in the room! The staff on the day of the wedding were professional and EVERYONE in the hotel was aware there was a wedding going on to help direct quests and make sure everything went smoothly. The food was INSANELY delicious. I got so many compliments on the food, and when we were looking for vendors good food was at the top priority on my list- no one likes meh wedding food. The chef JP killed it in the kitchen. I honestly want to go back there just to get dinner sometime! The ballroom was split in half for our ceremony to be on one side, and everyone went into the designated cocktail hour area while they quickly and perfectly flipped the room for us. Everything was just beautiful, and it was so nice to have everything at the hotel so the out of town quests could just book a room or two in our wedding block right there! Our point of contacts were very responsive and easy to get a hold of as well. Thank you so much to the team at the Courtyard, our day was absolutely perfect.
Luke U
5.0
10/28/2019
I can honestly say that working with Dee and his team at this venue for our wedding was one of the easiest part of the wedding. They were very professional and had their ducks in order. Working with Dee directly on all the details he was very responsive, professional, and easy to work with. He met all our requests and then some. The venue itself is beautiful, spacious, and well kept. All my guests enjoyed the food, the service, the hotel rooms. I'd highly suggest using this venue!!
Brent H
5.0
10/28/2019
Our entire wedding block had a great time at this hotel. To start, the cost for the rooms was very reasonably priced, and the amenities within were great. All guests were treated very well during their stay, and Dee and his team went out of their way to make us as the wedding couple feel especially special. I would highly recommend this hotel to future weddings or events taking place in MN.
Abby R
5.0
10/28/2019
We saved a block of rooms at Courtyard by Marriott - Downtown Minneapolis for our wedding guests for our wedding reception at Day Block Event Center. Courtyard by Marriott was very accommodating and made sure our stay was wonderful. We are so grateful. They have a shuttle that runs to and from Day Block to pick up guests and bring them back to the hotel. We will definitely be recommending Courtyard by Marriott to any friends that visit in the future. Thank you!
Alice S
5.0
10/28/2019
I didn't actually stay at the hotel, but my guests for the wedding shared that they had an awesome experience.
Ashley C
5.0
10/17/2019
Our guest loved staying at the courtyard! Dee was great to work with and made coordinating our room block and dropping off gift bags super easy. Great location to our reception at Nicollet Island Pavilion!!
Dana A
5.0
10/17/2019
It is always a pleasure working with the team at Courtyard Minneapolis Downtown. They are responsive and always have a solution to any questions I have. I always am happy to refer clients to this hotel!
Jessica K
5.0
10/11/2019
This venue was great! The venue worked with us and made every request happen. They made the day of run very smooth. My guests loved the venue and being able to stay at the same place place and the reception made it super easy for out of town guests. I highly recommend this Courtyard Marriott to anyone.
Miranda R
5.0
10/07/2019
This hotel was perfect for our wedding night! We were given an unbelievable block price for our guests! Working with Dee was great, he always responded to our emails in a timely manner. The hotel had great food and drinks, all of the staff were kind!
Angie T
5.0
8/19/2019
We used the Courtyard for our room block and everything went so smooth for us! David communicated with us every step of the way and made everything so clear and simple. They made it very easy having the option for my guests to make their reservations through a link and also being able to call. The rooms are great and we were able to be in a suite which made getting ready in the morning with my bridal party a breeze. Such a great deal for the location as well, my guests loved the option of the shuttle from the hotel to close to the venue!
Brent H
5.0
6/18/2019
Our entire wedding block had a great time at this hotel. To start, the cost for the rooms was very reasonably priced, and the amenities within were great. All guests were treated very well during their stay, and Dee and his team went out of their way to make us as the wedding couple feel especially special. I would highly recommend this hotel to future weddings or events taking place in MN.
Sarah T
5.0
5/15/2019
Our entire experience with the Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Minneapolis was exceptional. The amenities were far nicer, cleaner and accommodating than others in the area, and we were given a truly unbeatable wedding block price. By far what made the experience top notch was the staff, specifically Dee. He was one of the most enjoyable vendors we worked with throughout the process of planning our wedding and was incredibly patient with questions and special requests. We would recommend Courtyard by Marriott to anyone getting married in the Minneapolis area in the coming years.
Maria O
5.0
10/26/2018
I had my wedding here recently and I have to say that the staff was great. I wasn't the biggest fan of parking but Kyle (the wedding coord.) really worked with us to make us happy every step of the way. I really felt cared for. Even though they had so many other weddings, I felt like they gave us all the attention we needed. He was also very responsive to my concerns and quick to reply all my emails and questions. Overall great experience.
Diane L
5.0
10/25/2018
We had the fortunate opportunity to utilize Courtyard by Marriott for our daughters wedding. We had the wedding off site so only really utilized the rooms. Working with Dee was a delight from the moment we walked in the door. He was extremely helpful in assisting with arranging details we needed. Any questions we had he was prompt in assisting us and answering our questions. The rooms were perfect for preparing for our daughters wedding. The whole event planning was made easy due to staff expertise. Even though the ceremony and reception were not at the hotel, I would not hesitate to recommend this hotel for whatever your needs may be! Thank you to Courtyard and particularly Dee.
Diane and Jeff
Scott C
5.0
10/18/2018
We held our daughter's wedding and reception at the Courtyard Marriott in October and it was fantastic. The wedding planner Kyle was very good about letting us share our ideas with him and then incorporating those ideas into the setup, dinner, etc. The Marriott was also very accommodating for the various dietary restrictions we had and the food was great. We got complements from our guests on how good it was. I appreciate all of the hard work that Kyle and the rest of the Marriott staff put into making this a very special event for us and would highly recommend this venue. It was very convenient to have it all in one place.
Michael C
5.0
10/16/2018
We got married at the East Town Ballroom on 10/6/18. We had the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception all in the ballroom/pre-function area and it all moved more smoothly than I ever could've imagined and it was even more beautiful than I thought it would be! Our day would not have been possible without the help of Kyle, who was high-spirited, highly responsive, and always willing to help. The only thing that went wrong was one special request meal was incorrect, but other than that literally every other aspect of the day went on just fine. They even blocked the Courtyard off for us so we could take pictures against the gorgeous vine wall! We got so many compliments on how beautiful the space was, but we got even more compliments on how good the food was (the food was absolutely delicious, I agree)! I highly, highly recommend this venue to everyone. Kyle and the rest of his team will make sure that you have an absolutely perfect day, just like ours was.
Caryn S
5.0
10/04/2018
Dee from Courtyard was very helpful and accommodating to all of our guests. The location was very convenient to our venue, the Paradise Lady on the Mississippi River. I highly recommend the Courtyard!
Luke U
5.0
9/29/2018
We had our wedding here on Sept 8th, 2018 and I have to say it was awesome! Kyle our contact for the hotel was great and very responsive. There wasn't one thing I can think of that went bad. All my guests enjoyed the venue, food, hotel rooms. I'd highly suggest using this venue for anyone planning a wedding, your life will become easier when getting to work with Kyle and the wedding team there.
Katelyn H
5.0
9/29/2018
Great!!! Venue!!! We searched several hotel reception venues in Minneapolis and Kyle, the sales director at the Courtyard, sold us on this venue. I’m so glad we did! He was amazing to work with throughout the entire planning process - very timely responses to all of our questions and flexible when we asked for special requests. The guests raved about the food and ballroom; we purchased the ‘Gold’ package and they strung lights from the ceiling - v nice! It was great having our reception venue in a hotel as well- guests were able to party all nite long!! They have an outdoor courtyard where our guests after-partied, away from hotel rooms to keep the noise level down. Also - for those thinking that Courtyard Marriotts don’t have the right ‘feel’ for a wedding (I was in this boat too) - this one is much nicer than the average. They did a bunch of remodeling for the Super Bowl and it shows! For all couples-to-be looking for a metropolitan MPLS spot - this is it!!
**one note, we held our ceremony in a different venue. Not sure how a ceremony would work there - but I’m sure Kyle would have an idea!
Mimi D
5.0
9/22/2018
Kyle Heidelberger was our event manager and he did an amazing job. He made sure our day turned out perfect and he was always available. He was very flexible and responsive. I was so happy with he level of professionalism and service. The food was great and the ballroom was beautiful. Dave Premack worked with us on our room block and he was very responsive and accommodating. Both Kyle and Dave provided excellent customer service.
Vivian N
4.0
8/27/2018
It was great having our wedding at the Courtyard by Marriott Minneapolis Downtown. Working with the team was great, they were accommodating and flexible and I enjoyed working with everyone especially Kyle. I would have given 5 stars except the food served was not exactly what was as tasted in the food trial, it was a little bit dry than expected, otherwise the service was great.
Desy S
2.0
8/14/2018
The ballroom very nice and wide, but the services not very nice, we have itineary schedule for coffee/tea supposed to be served at 6pm but they served at 9pm during the reception. The Airline chicken small portion for Adult, some of our guests feel not full enough for dinner..
Desy S
2.0
8/02/2018
I don't usually utilize my time to write a review; however, I'm obligated morally to provide factual informations so others can make decision wisely in choosing places for wedding day. I had my wedding reception there last week, July 28, 2018. Since a wedding to me and my big families is a sacred and special in lifetime, we had the plan program itineary written.
Unexpectantly, the banqet service didn't follow through the program itineary and causing negative perception among families and relatives who came there.
That irresponsible manner really frustrated me and burderned me emotionally.
With that very real experience, I wouldn't recommend this place, especially to whom want to honor their cultures in their special days.
Another thing is the main course, the menu portion of the airline chicken were smaller than what we had on food testing.
not implemented response 08/03/2018
Words cannot express how truly sorry we are for the emotion and frustration that you exper...
ienced due to the salads/coffee service missing your timeline by 20 minutes. This is especially saddening because this was your most special of days and we now know the timeline was critical in your family’s cultural experience. The day of wedding planner had asked that we open the ballroom 30 minutes ahead of schedule, which subsequently changed the evenings timeline. Our staff continued to work closely with the planner and the service seemingly went off without any issues or concerns. We acknowledge that the timeline shifted and take responsibility for the factors within our control that led to this. We have begun implementing immediate corrective steps and are confident, as a result of your experience, we emerged with an even greater sense of cultural awareness, which will aid in future event experiences. Thank you for your valued feedback and we wish you a most beautiful future with your husband. Sincerely, Phil Johnson - General Manager
Michelle J
5.0
7/03/2018
My Husband and I just got married and had a great stay at the hotel. They were very responsive and accommodating. We ended up with 10 rooms blocked out and everyone had a great time.
Kristen J
5.0
3/05/2018
My husband and I got married there on 2/24 and I'm so happy we did. When we first booked with them we had a different catering/event manager and she just wasn't very responsive. About 6 months before our wedding, Kyle came in. He was amazing from the start. He was our most responsive vendor and that meant a lot to me! Also, the food was amazing. We have had numerous people tell us it was the best food they have had at a wedding. Everything with the Courtyard was perfect. Between the staff, food, hotel rooms, and especially Kyle, thanks to them, it was the best day of our lives.
Kristen J
5.0
3/05/2018
My husband and I got married there on 2/24 and I'm so happy we did. When we first booked with them we had a different catering/event manager and she just wasn't very responsive. About 6 months before our wedding, Kyle came in. He was amazing from the start. He was our most responsive vendor and that meant a lot to me! Also, the food was amazing. We have had numerous people tell us it was the best food they have had at a wedding. Everything with the Courtyard was perfect. Between the staff, food, hotel rooms, and especially Kyle, thanks to them, it was the best day of our lives.
Kristen J
5.0
10/02/2017
Everything was perfect from the time we checked in until the time we left. Thank you so much for all your help and being there for us every step of the way!!
You provide excellent customer service and that is a rare find these days!!
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