Effortless Luxury at Hilton Garden Inn Southpointe
Recently updated
This vendor updated their storefront within the last 15 days.
Holds ceremonies and receptions
AWARD WINNER (10X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Celebrate your love story at one of the area's most versatile and welcoming wedding venues, where elegance meets seamless convenience. At Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh / Southpointe, your wedding day is more than an event - it's a thoughtfully curated experience. Blending timeless romance with modern sophistication, our venue offers an elegant setting paired with comprehensive offerings that simplify planning without compromising style.
Our sophisticated ballroom and charming courtyard garden provide a stunning canvas for your ceremony and reception, with flexible layouts designed to bring your unique vision to life. Whether you envision soft candlelight and classic romance or modern, elevated glamour, our spaces transform beautifully to reflect your style.
What truly sets us apart is the experience. From your first tour to your final dance, our experienced bridal specialist guides you every step of the way with precision and care. You'll enjoy thoughtful planning, clear communication, and meticulous attention to detail - we handle the logistics so you can focus on celebrating.
A Complete Experience Under One Roof:
- Versatile Ballroom for Ceremonies & Receptions
- Courtyard Garden for Outdoor Ceremonies or Cocktail Hour
- Chef-Inspired, Customizable Menus
- Professional Bar Service Curated to Your Preferences
- Comprehensive Wedding Packages Designed for Ease
- On-Site Guest Accommodations for a Relaxed, Luxurious Stay
- Complimentary Parking for Added Convenience
- An Experienced Event Team Devoted to Flawless Execution
By hosting your celebrations in one elegant location, you offer your guests comfort and convenience while enjoying a streamlined planning process yourself. The result is a wedding that feels elevated, intentional, and effortlessly executed.
Couples consistently praise our organization, responsiveness, exquisite cuisine, and attentive service. At Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh / Southpointe, we believe true luxury is found not only in the beauty of the setting, but in the ease of the experience.
Let us bring your vision to life with grace, sophistication, and seamless attention to every detail.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
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
Hotel
Restaurant
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Food & Catering
Rentals & Equipment
Tents
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
Any questions?
Meet the team
Showing slide number 1 out of 2
- David SlomaBanquets Executive ChefMeet David Sloma, our dynamic Banquets Head Chef with over 25 years of culinary expertise! 🍽️ Graduating from the prestigious Pennsylvania Institute of Culinary Arts in 1998, Chef Sloma emerged in the top 10 percent of his class, setting the stage for an illustrious career in the culinary world. Driven by an unwavering passion for crafting exceptional dining experiences, David leads our banquet team with creativity, precision, and flair. With an acute understanding of flavor profiles and a keen eye for detail, he orchestrates every event with finesse, ensuring that each dish delights the palates and satisfies the cravings of our esteemed guests. From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, David's culinary creations leave an indelible mark, elevating every occasion to extraordinary heights. With his dedication to excellence and commitment to culinary innovation, David ensures that every party he and his team produce is a culinary masterpiece, leaving guests craving for more.
- Jocelyn SolomonEvent Sales ManagerMeet Jocelyn Solomon, our Event Sales Manager with over 5 years of wedding expertise! Jocelyn graduated from Point Park University with a degree in Event & Business Management. With exceptional organization, a detailed nature, and time management skills, Jocelyn will be sure to make your wedding day stress-free so you can focus on what really matters- enjoying your special day!
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0161 reviews
Your trust is our goal. Our community relies on honest reviews to help you make those big decisions with ease.
Review Summary
This AI-generated summary is a snapshot of this vendor's ratings and feedback.
The Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh/Southpointe is highly recommended as a wedding venue, with multiple reviewers praising the exceptional service, beautiful venue, delicious food, and attentive staff. Specific mentions go to the main coordinator, Jocelyn, for her professionalism and helpfulness in making wedding planning smooth and stress-free. Guests appreciated the seamless coordination, friendly staff, comfortable accommodations, and overall 5-star experience at the venue, making it a top choice for unforgettable weddings and special events.Review photos
Showing slide number 1 out of 9
Suresh M
Highlighted review.
5.0
1/22/2026
We hosted our wedding reception at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh/Southpointe, and I cannot say enough wonderful things about the experience. From start to finish, everything was han...
dled with professionalism, warmth, and genuine care.
A huge reason this event was such a success is Jocelyn, our main coordinator. She helped to organize the rest of the team. She was truly exceptional...organized, responsive, calm under pressure, and incredibly thoughtful. Planning a wedding reception can be stressful, but Jocelyn made the entire process feel smooth and manageable. She communicated clearly at every step and ensured that everything came together perfectly on the day of the event.
The venue itself was beautiful, well laid out, and impeccably maintained. The staff was attentive, friendly, and seamlessly coordinated throughout the evening, allowing us and our guests to relax and fully enjoy the celebration. The food, service, and overall atmosphere exceeded expectations and received many compliments from our guests.
If you are considering a venue for a wedding or any special event, I wholeheartedly recommend this venue. It was an unforgettable experience with a truly 5-star team!
barbara w
5.0
1/19/2026
My daughter’s wedding was perfect! Everyone at The Hilton Garden Inn at Southepoint was wonderful to work with, very accommodating and very friendly. From the manager Don, front de...
sk clerk, bartender, waitstaff…perfect! And I can’t say enough about the wedding planner, Jocelyn!!!! She was so easy to talk to and obviously cared about every detail in making the wedding day perfect!! And it was! I would highly recommend Hilton Garden Inn for your wedding reception..you will not regret it!
Any questions?
Rebecca W
5.0
1/07/2026
We cannot thank Jocelyn enough for the work she did to make our day so special. She was kind, patient, attentive, and always able to help (especially when things changed so frequen...
tly towards the end of planning). The staff at the hotel were also very helpful, sweet, and supportive allowing for less stress and more fun!! Thank you guys so much!!
Kaitlyn H
5.0
12/01/2025
Cannot recommend enough HGI Southpointe for weddings! We had the most amazing experience working with Jocelyn. She was so kind, professional, responsive and ensured everything was ...
perfect. The ballroom was stunning, dinner was delicious with great service, there was never a line at the bar, the suite to get ready in was amazing and the hotel took care of everything for us. We had the most perfect night thanks to them!!
Samantha P
5.0
9/24/2025
Jocelyn was so easy to work with and she helped make our day absolutely perfect. The venue was very accommodating and worked with us on every detail. Would highly recommend the Hil...
ton Garden Inn!
Alexia F
5.0
9/11/2025
The venue is fabulous, the food was awesome, and the staff was incredible. Jocelyn answered every tedious question I had throughout the planning process, the banquet managers were ...
incredible, and the team that worked the event was great.
Tammy U
5.0
9/09/2025
We had our daughter's wedding here this past Saturday. The Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh/Southpointe was amazing - from the coordinator, to the servers, to the hotel receptionists, ...
to the Chef, to Jackson's Restaurant, to the servers of our early morning breakfast for our hotel guests! It was absolutely a beautiful wedding and experience! Thank you for fulfilling all of our dreams and expectations! We are receiving so many compliments that bring us joy and excitement that our guests loved it all just as much as we did! Thank you to Jocelyn and all of the Hilton Garden Inn Staff from the bottom of our hearts!
Mary B
5.0
8/29/2025
We recently hosted a wedding reception at the Hilton Garden Inn Southpointe, and the evening was amazing! The entire experience was seamless from planning to the big day. Jocelyn...
, our event manager and staff were welcoming, professional and genuinely invested in our event. The space was set up beautifully, the food was excellent, and the service was attentive and outstanding. It allowed us not to worry and just enjoy the evening with our guests. Additionally, we had many family members from out of town which made the HGI convenient for overnight accommodations. We were so pleased with everything and highly recommend the venue!
Alexa D
5.0
7/24/2025
Jocelyn and the entire staff at the Hilton Garden Inn were absolutely incredible. They went so above and beyond on down to every little detail to ensure we had the perfect weekend....
From the beginning of the planning process to seeing the wedding all the way through, everyone was such a huge help. We had all of our wedding events at the hotel including the rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, after party and brunch and it all was perfect. The rooms, the food and every detail were great. We can not say enough great things about it here and would 100% recommend getting married here!
Jodi M
5.0
6/20/2025
My daughter’s wedding was this past weekend and it couldn’t have been more perfect! The wedding coordinator, Jocelyn goes above and beyond to make sure everything runs smoothly and...
the entire staff is just amazing! 10/10 recommend this venue!!!
Haley M
5.0
6/19/2025
Jocelyn was amazing to work with. She took very detailed notes of everything we wanted to make our wedding day perfect. She made my vision come to life and everything looked amazin...
g that the staff set up! My guests also RAVED about how good the food was.. they said they always feel like they leave weddings hungry but not at mine! The portions were so big and the food was cooked to perfection.
Outdoor ceremony space was gorgeous, and the Greene Room that we got ready in was so modern, chic, and fit me and my 13 girls so comfortably! I just got my pictures back and they look great both at the ceremony space and also overlooking Southpointe. 10/10 recommend HGI SP for a good time, good food, and awesome pics!
Jennifer H
5.0
6/16/2025
Thank you to the entire the HGI team for making our day a success! It was perfect in every way and I don’t think I noticed a thing that went wrong! Our guests had the best time and...
we enjoyed every second of our special day!
Nicolette S
5.0
5/30/2025
Such a wonderful and smooth experience!! We had a beautiful event and the food was amazing!! Highly recommend having your wedding here!
Jenna K
5.0
5/30/2025
Jocelyn and the team at HGI were very responsive, professional and accommodating. The venue was beautiful and decorated exactly as I had imagined. The staff was kind and very att...
entive, and the price point was very reasonable. I would highly recommend this venue!
Victoria D
5.0
2/02/2025
Highly recommend this venue to everyone. Kellyn and the entire team went above and beyond to help us prepare, plan, and celebrate our special day! Any concerns we had were answered...
and taken care of immediately and the venue assure everything was how we wanted it. Head staff was constantly checking and assuring we were taken care of even providing us drinks before we even asked. Honestly helped us focus on being with our guests! Not only was the staff and service wonderful, the food was fabulous with graciously large proportions !! All of our guests have raved about how wonderful everything was ! The Hilton Garden really does make visions come to life and made our wedding perfect in so many ways.
Chelsey S
5.0
11/14/2024
Kellyn and the rest of the staff were an absolute dream to work with!! From the very first planning session, to the date of our wedding, they were always eager to assist us. Every ...
detail of our day was well thought out and organized. Kellyn and her team even went above and beyond to help us livestream a video reception entrance. Our guests have all told us how beautiful our venue was- and we cannot forget to mention our delicious the food was!!!
Cara V
5.0
10/15/2024
We had an incredible experience at our wedding venue, and we can't thank Carolyn and Lizzie enough for their amazing support throughout the planning process. They were both so help...
ful and attentive, making sure every detail was just perfect. The venue itself was stunning, creating the perfect backdrop for our special day. Thanks to their hard work, our wedding turned out beautifully, and we couldn’t be happier! Highly recommend!
Danielle H
5.0
10/07/2024
My husband and I have nothing more to say then positive words about the Hilton Garden. The hotel itself is beautiful with clean rooms and great amenities. The hotel staff were wond...
erful throughout the whole weekend. Kellyn, the event coordinator made our wedding dreams come true. She was prompt in all her email responses and answered any and all questions we had. We even had some guest number issues leading up and she truly eased that stress from us. Day of, she was around for any of our needs and made sure the reception was set up perfectly. Kellyn communicated with our other coordinator effectively. The hotel food was incredible. We had a hard time deciding when we went for our food tasting. All of our guests enjoyed their meals, especially the ravioli appetizer! All of the wait staff was around and timely as they tended to guests. All the bartenders were fabulous as well. Although we didn't have our ceremony there, our guests got to enjoy the outdoor garden area, and we got to take our photos there. The Hilton Garden is a must book wedding venue!
Rachel C
5.0
9/27/2024
My husband and I had our reception here on 7/27/24 and it was by far the best decision. This was actually the only venue we toured because the reviews were so good and we were so i...
mpressed with Carolyn on our tour that in the middle of the tour my husband told me “we have to book this, it’s perfect and she’s phenomenal”. Carolyn was amazing to work with. She actually went on maternity leave about 2 months prior to my wedding and I was a little worried but she was replaced with Lizzie who was just as amazing as Carolyn. They both always answered my emails within 24hrs and planned when all of our meetings prior to the wedding would be. Even the food tasting was organized and well run. Carolyn and Lizzie handled everything with my vendors on what time to bring stuff, where to set stuff up etc. It made the wedding week so much less stressful not having to worry about that stuff. Also on the day of the wedding, all the servers, bartenders etc were awesome. Our guest still talk about how great the service was, how good the food tasted and overall just how beautiful the day was. I couldn’t imagine having our reception anywhere else and I would highly recommend having your reception here. If you want a stress free, easy planning, and to have an event coordinator who is phenomenal to work with, this is the place!
Kayla G
5.0
9/25/2024
I cannot recommend the Hilton Garden Inn enough for weddings! They make everything so easy and they are very organized. They were there for me every step of our wedding and it made...
the whole planning process that much easier. Specifically, Kellyn and Lizzie were very helpful for our big day! They are amazing at communicating and are always ready if you have any questions.
Veronica K
5.0
9/24/2024
The Hilton Garden Inn Southpointe was a wonderful venue! The staff were amazing to work with through the whole process! Very responsive and accomadating! We had our reception there...
but also got ready there before our ceremony. The Greene room is gorgeous and very comfortable for preparing for the big day. The ballroom was beautiful and the food was delicious!! Highly recommend having your wedding here!!!
Samantha G
5.0
8/26/2024
If I could give HGI Southpointe and their staff 100 stars, I would. First and foremost, working with Kellyn Puchalski on our wedding was a pleasure. She was incredibly organized an...
d communicated effectively with all our vendors. Her expertise and experience were evident throughout the planning process, and she made sure everything was executed flawlessly on the wedding day. She has a keen eye for making sure all the details and decor flowed effortlessly with what we had in mind. We can't thank Kellyn enough for all her hard work and encouragement on our day. We highly recommend Kellyn and the HGI staff to anyone looking for a top-notch wedding coordinator and venue.
Sara B
5.0
8/22/2024
We had the absolute pleasure of working with Kellyn for our wedding at Hilton Garden Southpointe, and we couldn’t be happier with our decision. From the very beginning, Kellyn disp...
layed an exceptional level of professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care for our vision.
Planning a wedding can be super overwhelming, but Kellyn made the entire process smooth and stress-free. She was incredibly organized, always available to answer our questions, and went above and beyond to ensure that every detail was perfect. Her creativity and problem-solving skills were evident as they handled every challenge with grace and ease.
On the day of our wedding, Kellyn, Lizzie and their team executed everything flawlessly. We were able to relax and enjoy our special day, knowing that everything was in capable hands. Our guests were raving about how beautiful and seamless the event was, and we owe it all to Kellyn and Lizzie!!
If you’re looking for someone who is not only a top-notch professional but also a kind and compassionate individual who truly cares about making your day unforgettable, look no further than Kellyn. We highly recommend them to any couple looking to have a stress-free, magical wedding day. Even my check in was an exceptional experience with the front desk, they were so kind and prompt to assist me!
Thank you, Kellyn, Lizzie and team at Southpointe Hilton, for making our wedding day everything we dreamed of and more!
Kelsey B
5.0
7/24/2024
My wedding was at the Hilton Garden Inn Southpointe and it was absolutely amazing! Kellyn did an amazing job helping me plan details for the big day. Kellyn and Lizzie did an amaz...
ing job the day of keeping everything on track and making sure everything was perfect! The entire staff was very attentive and kind! The food was amazing! Definitely an amazing place for any event!
Emily C
5.0
7/18/2024
Everything was absolutely incredible! The food was amazing; everyone loved it. The room was absolutely beautiful, and everything was so organized. And the women, Kellyn and Liz, we...
nt above and beyond expectations. They even helped us figure out wedding dress situations the day of. 10/10 would recommend.
Justine C
5.0
7/16/2024
Kellyn did a fantastic job making the planning process stress free and making my wedding dreams come true! Highly recommend the Hilton Garden Inn- Southpointe
Ashley D
5.0
7/11/2024
I would highly recommend Hilton Garden Inn Southpointe to any couple looking for a wedding ceremony or reception venue! After looking at several reception venues, my husband and I ...
knew that we were going to choose HGI after our initial meeting with Carolyn. Carolyn was truly the main reason we booked the venue. She is so warm, welcoming, and bubbly, and it was clear that she is an expert at her job. She made the entire planning process a breeze! Carolyn was so attentive and answered the many emails I sent promptly, which eased my anxious mind. I knew from the beginning that we were in good hands with her. She made our reception dreams come to life and we were blown away with how our space looked on our wedding day. She made sure everything was in place and that everything ran smoothly. She even helped bustle my dress! The space was gorgeous and we could not have hoped for anything better. The Greene Room was also a dream room for my bridesmaids and I to get ready in. So beautiful and awesome for getting ready pictures before the ceremony! On top of all that, the food was delicious and everything we wanted. All of our friends and family raved about our event! We are so happy with our decision to choose the Hilton Garden Inn Southpointe!
Jordan M
5.0
6/17/2024
Kellyn was absolutely amazing. The staff at the HGI went above and beyond to make our wedding day the most perfect day. The food was excellent. And it was everything I’ve ever drea...
med of. Thank you again Kellyn and HGI Southpointe!
Rachael F
5.0
1/19/2024
Booking Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh/Southpointe for our wedding ceremony and reception with Carolyn was the BEST decision we made!
From the moment we toured, I just knew that Ca...
rolyn was going to do everything possible to make our wedding day so special for us. And let me tell you, she executed and exceeded. She is amazing at her job, recognizes the importance of the day, and is super real. I was so honored to have her as a part of our vendor team!
Leading up to the wedding, Carolyn helped me so much with planning and answering all of my questions. It didn’t matter when I sent her an email, or how many emails I sent, she answered them all so quickly and I really appreciated that. Each meeting with her was so informative and detailed. I truly trusted her input on everything. The food tasting was so so fun and delicious!
The things that went wrong on our wedding day was kind of unbelievable, but it could not have been more perfect nor could I have enjoyed the day without the best coordinator. Carolyn got us a last minute DJ, fixed my dress bustle, brought me endless espresso martinis, checked in on me, packed our food and cookies up for the hotel suite, switched the ceremony from outside to inside in 20 minutes (thanks to Pgh rain), and much much more.
Sneak peak into the reception space was a highlight of my day, I cried as my dream became my reality. It was absolutely gorgeous. We got an enormous amount of compliments on how beautiful the venue was and how delicious the food was. Shout out to *Chef Dave* for the absolute BEST bread display during cocktail hour featuring the Breadworks Bread! And helping me pull off the funniest surprise ever for the FOB! It’s been 6 months, and my dad is still talking about that moment. Staff and bartenders were very professional and made sure the space still looked clean throughout the evening.
All and all, I couldn’t recommend HGI and their staff enough. They all helped make our wedding day the best day of our life. I am so so grateful!!!!
Love,
Rachael & Ben Hartman
9/23/2023
lindsey f
5.0
11/30/2023
The best day of our lives would not have been possible without the Hilton Garden Inn Southpointe and Carolyn. I'm not sure I have enough characters to write everything I love about...
this place and her! When touring venues, my husband said everything was nice if it was what I wanted. Until we toured the HGI Southpointe, mid tour he said this is it and I finally got a reaction out of him! Carolyn is so talented at her job. She is very upfront about what they have to offer, answers calls and emails quickly, and so reassuring. She schedules meetings with you to touch base and run through everything multiple times to make sure its right. You drop off your décor the week of and she organizes it, so that its not a worry in the days leading up to the Wedding! Day of- she stopped by our getting ready room to assure me everything was handled and make sure I didn’t need anything. She even remembered that I loved High Noons, and even though we did not select them for our bar, she showed up with one at the reception for me! With some issues with our external day of coordinator, I did not have one worry in the world because I knew I trusted Carolyn and her staff with everything in me and that if anything happened or wasn’t how it was supposed to be, she would fix it. She even showed up and helped bustle my dress! She made me feel so special and important. You need to ask for her!! I don’t recommend that you need a day of coordinator when you have her. The food... my guests are still raving about the food. From the food tasting- the chef came out to personally introduce himself and tell us about the plates he prepared for us. They were fully customizable, and he said he would make us anything we wanted. Their food was out of this world, and they box it up and send it to your room for after the reception. The bartenders and reception staff were also amazing, so kind, and constantly checking in to see what we needed! Photos of the venue speak for itself, but it is even more beautiful in person. We also had after party pizzas at Jacksons attached, and they were delicious!
Cascade W
5.0
11/28/2023
We had such an amazing time having our wedding at the Hilton Garden Inn! We had our ceremony and reception there and it was a dream. The staff, coordinator and chefs were amazing! ...
They are with you every step of way and are always there to answer your questions and calm your nerves. At one point they had taken care of everything and I was asking myself "what did I miss?" But it was already all taken care of! The venue is beautiful for both ceremony and reception which our guests kept mentioning afterwards also the food is AMAZING. The chef made it his own personal goal to serve the best food and the guests havent stopped talking about that either. they even cooked us (the bride and groom) our own specialty meal. I got chicken pot pie and my now husband got gyros and perogies! It was a relief to have them as our venue and highly recommend them as a venue!
Kara K
5.0
10/29/2023
HGI Southpointe was such an amazing venue. So many of my guests commented how much they loved it. A special shout out to Carolyn Eckler. She made the whole planning process stress-...
free and seamless. She is so sweet and truly loves her job. She made herself available at all hours of the day & night to answer any question and did everything she could to make our day perfect! 10/10! Looking back, I would choose this venue over and over.
Hannah W
5.0
10/29/2023
We got married at Hilton Garden Inn at the end of September and can not recommend it enough! Everything about our day was perfect. Every member of the hotel staff, from concierge ...
at check in to the bartenders and catering staff, were so amazing and went above and beyond for us at every step of the way. The bartenders were so friendly and served drinks promptly. The food was amazing! Service was quick, even for 200 people, and our guests are still talking about how good everything was. The venue was so accommodating to any allergies/dietary restrictions we gave them. HGI made the process of dropping off decorations, cookies, and other wedding day items so easy. The staff played a huge role in setting up all our decor and it was beautiful! We were fortunate enough to have beautiful weather on our big day and held our ceremony outdoors. The outdoor ceremony location is so beautiful. There are also so many beautiful locations for pictures in and around the hotel!
The staff at HGI made the entire planning process so easy for us. The event coordinator we worked with, Carolyn, was the deciding factor in choosing between our final 2 venues. She is AMAZING. She was there to answer every question we had, make recommendations, and every meeting we had with her went so smoothly. Having Carolyn there to help us throughout the planning process and on the big day helped relieve so much stress for us, we knew she would do everything in her power to make things go smoothly.
Overall, we are SO happy with the decision we made to have HGI as our venue. We HIGHLY recommend this venue for anyone looking to have their wedding in the area!
Rachael H
5.0
10/20/2023
HGI Southpointe was the perfect venue!! Carolyn our wedding coordinator made every step of the way stress free. She is very organized and our reception was absolutely perfect!!! Al...
l of the staff was great and very accommodating. If there was anything anyone needed they were just on it! It’s a beautiful room and they decorated it just perfect for us. 10/10 would recommend having your reception here!!
Meghan S
5.0
10/19/2023
If you are thinking of having your wedding anywhere in the Pittsburgh area, HGI Southpointe should be at the top of your list to visit. From the moment we visited, we knew this ve...
nue offered EVERYTHING we wanted for our big day. The ballroom is beautiful and can accommodate any vision. The cocktail hour area left plenty of room for our guests to mingle while still feeling like an intimate space. The outdoor space was the perfect backdrop for our ceremony. While the venue was perfect, we cannot describe how thankful we are for the staff. Although we did not originally book with Carolyn, I would not have changed our coordinator for anything. The HGI is lucky to have someone so talented, knowledgeable, and passionate about their job. From the many emails back and forth, the Zoom and in-person meetings, and making our specific vision come to life, we cannot express how thankful we are to have had her as part of our day. Carolyn was the best, and you NEED her for your big day too. On the big day, everything was seamless! Not only did Carolyn run the show perfectly, but she had amazing help from her teammate Kellyn. Although we did not meet Kellyn as often, she did not disappoint with her role. On the day of we were so thankful that Kellyn was there to the end to make sure we had everything that we needed. Kellyn was with us to keep us on time and make sure everything ran smoothly. These two make a great team. We would also like to give a big thanks and recommendation to the kitchen staff. We had never had such good food at a wedding, and you would not believe the portion sizes. They took care of every request, substitution, and allergy we threw at them and still made every meal perfectly. All of our guests raved about the food and service. Our server Danny was super sweet and made sure our bridal party was taken care of with each course during the reception AND rehearsal dinner. We cannot thank this staff enough for giving us the most perfect day. If we had to go back and do it all again, we would pick HGI and their team, no questions asked. Have your wedding here!
Jessica T
5.0
10/14/2023
We chose HGI Southpointe for our wedding venue after the first visit. The grounds were gorgeous, the venue space was beautiful, and the attention to detail paid by Carolyn and staf...
f were enough to make this decision a no brainer. From that very first meeting, everything was genuine, organized, precise, and comforting. Carolyn puts all her passion into helping couples get their big day across the finish line. Working through all the intimate details of a wedding is difficult enough, but with the loss of a parent just 2 weeks before the wedding made it extra difficult. Carolyn could not have been more accommodating and for that, we could not be more thankful. Our wedding went off without a hitch thanks to her and the staff. She kept everything in line, on time, and ensured that us and our 150 guests were all taken care of. The wait staff was on another level not normally seen for such large venues/events. They were attentive, polite, quick, and present. The food was OUT OF THIS WORLD and we are still getting compliments over a week later. Every item from the cocktail hour to the soup to the entrees were superb. We highly recommend renting the greene room on the 1st floor. The setup of the room is SUCH a vibe and the girls had so much fun getting ready in there. The outdoor ceremony location is beautifully curated and can be tailored to add anything you could possibly want. The garden is beautifully manicured and creates the perfect location for after ceremony pictures. The reception ball rooms are beautifully renovated with wonderful lighting that create the most inviting space for big or small receptions. The flexibility provided by all these spaces made our day go much smoother since we were able to hold our entire event on site at the HGI. We can't thank Carolyn and her team enough for providing the most perfect atmosphere and location for wedding day.
anonymous u
5.0
9/25/2023
Carolyn was absolutely amazing to work with. She made our day very stress free. I would highly recommend Hilton Garden Inn at Southpointe as a wedding venue. They made my vision co...
me to life and I am so happy with how our wedding turned out. It was the best day ever!
Elisah R
5.0
9/15/2023
My husband and I are extremely happy that we chose Hilton Garden Inn Southpointe for our wedding venue. We had our ceremony, cocktail hour, photos, reception, and hotel rooms all a...
t HGI. We also loved that we had Jackson’s on site to spend time with our guests the night before and after the reception.
On top of the venue being beautiful and convenient, the staff was wonderful. Carolyn was our wedding coordinator, and I knew we were in good hands from the moment I met her. She was with us through every step of the way. She helped SO much with decorating and making the reception of my dreams become a reality.
Carolyn and the rest of the staff made the whole process, especially the wedding weekend, so smooth, and took so much stress off my shoulders. Every single detail I told them beforehand was done exactly how I wanted it.
Our wedding was a dream, and I can’t thank everyone at HGI enough.
Lynne A
5.0
8/28/2023
I’m an out of state bride that planned a wedding through texts, emails and phone calls. That was a challenge on its own. I was super unfamiliar with the venues that Pittsburgh had ...
to offer. My fiancé (at the time) and I were looking for a ballroom that could accommodate about 350 people. We looked at 12 venues. After narrowing down the list to 2 venues (HGI being one of them), our main determining factor was the coordinator. I knew from our first interaction that I wanted to work with Carolyn from the Hilton Garden Inn.
I wanted to work with someone who was very involved with the planning process, efficient, well informed and gave several updates. All that and more describes Carolyn. I can’t say enough good things about her. I specifically changed my initial wedding date to be able to work with her. She was with me through the entire process. She found times that worked for my fiancé and I for our tasting. She updated me constantly! She gave us ideas of what we should add to our reception/ceremony. She recommended vendors. She was so patient and understanding throughout the whole process…. Even when I would send 2728292 updates to her every day and even with the time zone difference. She had answers to all my concerns. She was on top of everything. I wouldn’t have wanted to work with anyone else.
Wedding Day was organized and went by super quickly! It was such a smooth process. Carolyn was there at all times checking on me.
The head chef and his team know flavor and the food turned out beautifully seasoned! During our tasting, we got to try several different options for appetizers and entrees. The chef walked us through each option and allowed us to customize what sauces/sides/vegetables we wanted.
We had our rehearsal dinner at HGI and the food was great! We loved loved loved the New York Strip. The “wedding day” food at cocktail hour and reception was PHENOMENAL! They accommodate all dietary restrictions. We had about 5 butler passed hors dourves, 6 stationary hors dourves, soup, salad, entree and dessert. We got our money’s worth for sure. Our guests are still raving about the food!! Get the filet mignon and the salmon! THEY WERE AMAZING!!! Carolyn helped coordinate all that!
The staff was so nice and welcoming! They tried to accommodate all of our requests. The area around the hotel is quiet and peaceful. It’s close to Pittsburgh and the airport! The gazebo was perfect for our ceremony. The grand ballroom with all the chandeliers is beautiful for a reception. It comfortably fit about 250 guests and 2 bars!
I can’t say enough good things about the venue, the coordinators (Carolyn and Kellyn (who was very present during my wedding day and super helpful)), the bartender (Shoutout Dina), the managers and all the staff. If you plan on having a wedding that will blow your mind, don’t hesitate to go with the Hilton Garden Inn at Pittsburgh Southpointe!
Bridget C
5.0
8/14/2023
Carolyn at the Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh/Southpointe couldn't have been better! She was so kind, organized, thoughtful, and truly made our wedding the best day ever! She made al...
l of my visions come to life! I never had to worry about a thing because of her! I would recommend her a million times!!
Kim P
5.0
7/25/2023
The HGI Pittsburgh/Southpointe should be your choice in wedding ceremony and/or reception. The outdoor area for a ceremony is beautiful and doubles as a great campus for photos. Th...
e ballrooms are gorgeous, the food is delicious, and the bridal greene room is a beautiful spot to get ready for the day. Carolyn was incredible to work with and made wedding planning easy. The HGI has the process down to a science, they are very good at what they do, and they take a huge burden off of the bride so you can enjoy the day! Jackson's restaurant also has great food if you'd like to have your rehearsal dinner on-site, or have an after party following your reception. I could not recommend HGI enough - get married here!!!
Christina F
5.0
7/21/2023
The HGI Pittsburgh/ Southpointe made all my expectations of my wedding day come alive. I could not recommend them more! Carolyn was incredibly responsive and always on the ball whe...
n it came to questions to last minute changes. They helped organize and set up my cocktail hour and reception hall. Their accommodation of their "Get Ready Room" was the cherry on top for all the bridesmaids to get hair and makeup done in a secluded area. Overall, the HGI in Pittsburgh/Southpointe went above and beyond for my wedding day and would highly recommend them for future brides
Taylor M
5.0
6/08/2023
The HGI was an amazing venue for our wedding. Our guests loved being able to come to one place for ceremony, reception, stay and even breakfast the following day. Carolyn and her t...
eam were AMAZING to work with. She helped answer all of my questions throughout the year of planning, was super responsive and helpful. Day of I felt like I could just relax and enjoy the day knowing all set up, tear down and event details would be taken care of. Could not be more happy with our choice of venue!
Michele J
5.0
5/29/2023
Words can't express how happy I was with the service at Hilton Garde Inn. My daughter and I toured many venues prior to choosing the Hilton. We were won over by Carolyn their event...
planner. She is truly the reason we chose this particular Hilton. We toured three other Hilton's and none of them had staff that was engaged or as enthusiastic as Carolyn. I was so impressed with her attention to detail that I booked my daughter's shower there also.
The wedding and shower went out without a hitch. From the time I arrived the day prior to the wedding. I had everyone go above and beyond for my daughter. Special thanks to Katelyn who assisted with putting the tags onto our gift bags when I was running late. It was so appreciated. She was very gracious and offered to finish for me when I said I was going to finish after my appointment.
I cannot express enough thanks to Mark and his team of Debbie and Alicia who took special care of my guests at breakfast. They made a special breakfast for my daughter who has dietary issues. It made her day and was so kind.
The front desk staff including Mayella and Michael were so helpful with my guests and facilitating cookie and decorations dop offs and then pick-ups after the wedding.
The wedding day itself was beautiful. The wait staff- Kellyn, Courtlyn, Kaelyn, Stacy, Amari and Rachel did a great job serving the food and were very attentive to the guests. Dina did a great job on Bar duty and kudos for the great job she did facilitating my daughter's shower earlier in the month.
From start to finish it was a great day. Even Don, the general took the time to come over and great the family and offered his services if we needed anything. It was a nice touch.
The whole process from start to finish was very organized. Carolyn was so gracious answering my many emails and coming up with solutions for any issue I had. I am so grateful that I chose the Hilton team to make my daughter and son-in-law's day, The wedding reception was so much better that I even imagined. I would recommend this team to anyone who is planning a wedding or any other event and wants and unforgettable experience where the staff treats you like family.
Heather G
5.0
5/03/2023
Heather G.- Carolyn is the absolute BEST! She doesn’t miss anything even the smallest details! We couldnt be happier! Everyone was so kind and generous which added to our special d...
ay! As long as Carolyn is there, i will continue to recommend The Hilton Garden @ Southpoint
Megan A
5.0
3/14/2023
There truly aren’t enough words for me to express to you how thankful we are to have chosen HGI Pittsburgh/Southpointe for our wedding. Carolyn and the entire Hilton staff provided...
exceptional service for the entire weekend. Carolyn especially put in such hard work for the months leading up to the wedding, was so responsive via phone/email/text, and just overall helpful and supportive and kind this entire process. HGI helped pull off literal magic for us and we are forever grateful.
The space, the service, and the food were all exceptional. We can’t tell you how many compliments we’ve received on the food. From cocktail hour to late night snacks, everyone was raving about the food and was stuffed! We are sort of depressed we don’t get to eat it again!!
Their job is TOUGH and they are absolute rockstars. The entire weekend was so wonderful for us and our friends & family. They took care of so much, making it such a fun and easy weekend for us. We highly recommend HGI Pittsburgh/Southpointe.
Melissa N
5.0
1/11/2023
There are literally no words to explain how greatful and amazing our wedding was! Having the Hilton Garden Inn for our wedding and reception was the best decision we ever made! Eve...
rything was beyond perfect and Carolyn helped us through every small detail. From the food to the set up she had everything under control and made everything so easy! The staff was unbelievably amazing and truly cared about us as a couple! I felt like everyone was family and they didn’t treat us as just another couple getting married! There were even small things I had forgotten and the night before the wedding Carolyn went above and beyond and got everything I needed! Even down to the bouquet that I forgot! She had one made and waiting for me the next day which was the morning of the wedding! Everything was included and they set up everything and if we wanted to change anything they were so accommodating! If you are thinking about booking with Hilton garden inn Southpointe i promise it would be the best decision you ever made! & Carolyn pointed us in the right direction for DJ and flowers and photographers! This was the best night of our life and they made it so perfect! We also got married on New Years Eve so it was crazy and we had around 300 people and you wouldn’t even know if anything went wrong! They accommodated all my guests and even many with food restrictions, it was never a problem! I could go on and on for days!!
Thank you to all the staff at Hilton garden in Southpointe and to Carolyn Eckler for being one of the kindest people and making my day perfect!!! Absolute 10/10!!!
Cynthia M
5.0
12/20/2022
Our day was so perfect from start to finish! Carolyn helped us with the whole planning process and made it a breeze! Any question i had she got back to me within minutes, she went ...
above & beyond. I would recommend this venue to any bride. So many of our guests said that it was the best wedding they’ve ever been too. I’m SO glad we chose to get married here!!!!
Morgan D
5.0
11/29/2022
We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding! Carolyn was amazing from start to finish. I highly recommend her! Carolyn was quick to answer any questions no matter what time of day....
The food was top of the line. We had so many compliments on the food especially the steak, it was cooked to perfection!
We are so happy with how our big day went. I 10/10 recommend HGI!!
Ally D
5.0
10/14/2022
I absolutely LOVED having my wedding here! Our coordinator was Carolyn, and I cannot recommend her enough. She made everything so easy, she was so detailed oriented and organized, ...
and is without a doubt one of the sweetest people I know. There wasn't any point leading up to the wedding where I felt confused, or had any doubts as we were constantly kept up to date with timelines, to do lists, etc. I am also the first out of any of my friends to get married, so I really didn't have a clue when it came to certain details and Carolyn helped us every step of the way. A month before my wedding, I unfortunately had an accident and completely destroyed my ankle resulting in multiple surgeries and leaving me wheelchair bound for my big day. Carolyn didn't even sweat it and assured me no matter what we were still going to make it the best day possible. My wedding was more than I ever could have asked or dreamed for and more, and I have Carolyn and the amazing staff to thank for that. 10/7/22 will forever be the greatest, most beautiful day of my life and I am so thankful we chose to have it here. If I could give then a hundred stars I would!
Want to book a visit?
Start the convo
*=Required
Use this secure form to reach out and share your wedding vision.
Wedding vendors in Canonsburg
Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh/Southpointe
Why use The Knot to message vendors?
Messaging our verified vendors on The Knot is free, safe and secure. Conveniently track vendor messages and planning details all in one place. Our mobile apps make it easy to stay in touch with vendors while you're on‑the‑go. For personalized pricing and package details, sending the vendor a message is the fastest way to get info.