About this venue
Kasi Wilkerson
EVENT COORDINATOR
Nestled in the heart of Albany, Georgia, Merry Acres Inn is a one-of-a-kind boutique inn and wedding venue where timeless Southern hospitality meets refined elegance. With beautifully renovated event spaces, comfortable guest accommodations, and exceptional service, Merry Acres in Albany, GA, offers a memorable setting for celebrating your most special day.
Since opening its doors in 1952, Merry Acres has been a beloved landmark—a place where guests have gathered for decades to share good food, laughter, and life’s most meaningful moments. Today, this historic inn retains its graceful charm while offering every modern comfort. Out-of-town guests can relax in one of 110 inviting guest rooms, take a refreshing dip in the tranquil outdoor pool, or enjoy craft cocktails and casual fare at The Pub. Merry Acres is the perfect place to unwind and connect with loved ones before the excitement of your wedding day.
Couples will find more than 6,000 square feet of versatile event space, designed to accommodate everything from intimate gatherings to grand celebrations. Exchange vows beneath the Georgia sky on the lush, landscaped front lawn, then move seamlessly into your choice of reception spaces. Elegant indoor rooms provide a cozy atmosphere for smaller affairs, while the spacious banquet hall offers a sophisticated backdrop for larger events. Outdoor receptions are also a beautiful option and provide a naturally romantic atmosphere for celebrating beneath the open sky.
Merry Acres works exclusively with some of the most experienced local caterers, offering delicious menus that blend Southern classics with gourmet flair. To make your celebration even more effortless, the Inn provides complimentary shuttle service to and from the local airport, with optional rentals available to transport guests between the hotel and any venue or local attraction. Discounted room blocks are also available for wedding parties and out-of-town guests, ensuring everyone can stay close and celebrate together.
From the moment you begin planning to the final toast, your dedicated on-site event coordinator will guide you every step of the way—making sure every detail reflects your vision. Whether hosting a rehearsal dinner, pre-wedding gathering at The Pub, or the wedding of your dreams, Merry Acres Inn & Event Center offers a setting as warm, welcoming, and memorable as the love you’re celebrating.
Meet the team
- Kasi WilkersonEvent CoordinatorEvents, Public Relations, Outreach & Sales Coordinator
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10/28/25
Abby exceeded expectations with her customer service and positive attitude . My wife and I were traveling home from our Great nephew graduation from Army Air Borne boot camp at Fort Benning in Columbus Georgia. Our Jeep broke down and Keyton ca...
me to the dealership and took us back to the hotel. When the Jeep was repaired the next day he took us back and picked up the Jeep.Great attitude and big smile. The whole team felt like family at the Merry Acres Inn .
9/01/25
Beautiful location and grounds, Family friendly, southern hospitality. Rooms were spacious and clean. Staff were very accommodating and helpful with our family arrival and checking in. There is a lot to do around town and plenty of food. They h...
ad a bar and lounge onsite which was beautifully decorated and well stocked though we did not enjoy the bar, the staff allowed us to celebrate a child family members birthday and baby announcement while letting us take many beautiful photos for memories! Thank you we will definitely come back!
9/14/25
This is a older hotel with upgrades rooms and it appears more upgrades in progress. My room was clean and roomy. Nice safe area. The front desk lady was helpful and polite! The house keeper went about and beyond when tidying up the room. The...
restaurant/bar was lovely and the staff Joel and BJ were great! Drinks were inventive and tasted great! The food was made with care as well. I will definitely stay again next time I am in Albany.
9/01/25
We had a great stay at Albany's Merry Acres Inn this past weekend. Chrystal was so helpful and after traveling for hours in the rain, that was exactly what we needed. No hassle, no worries, no problems. She was a delight, she checked us in with...
ease and even gave us a quick chat about living in Albany, thanks again Chrystal! 😊 Our room was perfect, it was very clean, comfortable, as spacious as we needed, and the bed gave us what every traveler expects, a good night's sleep. It was a charming stay and we will definitely be back. Next time we have got to stop by the Pub. 8/30/2025
9/26/25
It was okay. I like the playground. I like the pool. The room though was a little dirty for a hotel. The shower had just cold water and the light in the room would flash like a strobe light. I opened the mini fridge and saw towels I thought oh ...
that's interesting than I touched it was drenched with liquid and probably molding. Cleaning people should have fixed or removed this before my stay. The bar on property was really cool and the food looked delicious.
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