Classic Boston Charm at Iconic Omni Parker House
201 to 250 guests
Holds ceremonies and receptions
AWARD WINNER (3X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Omni Parker House is a wedding venue located in Boston, MA. Situated amongst the historic landmarks of downtown Boston, this charming hotel is a magical escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Here, the charm of yesteryear blends seamlessly with contemporary decor and modern conveniences. The team is honored to welcome couples and their loved ones to celebrate life’s precious milestones.
The Omni Parker House is an iconic setting to host the wedding of your dreams. Guests can find hints of elegance and opulence throughout the hotel’s decor and architecture. From eye-catching crystal chandeliers to carved wooden wall paneling to grand fireplaces, this inviting property provides couples and their loved ones with an undeniable ambiance. The Rooftop Ballroom, located on the 15th floor, features an arched ceiling, captivating chandeliers, and scenic views of Boston. This versatile setting provides ample room for an evening of dinner and dancing. For a sophisticated cocktail hour, the Wheatley Terrace is a covered outdoor area that is an ideal space for a relaxing drink with loved ones. Overlooking the downtown area, this spot provides guests with the ambiance of the city as well as peace and quiet.
The team at The Omni Parker House provides clients with a wide range of services to choose from. All-inclusive packages are available that can include catering, bar, and event planning services. The venue’s team of event specialists will be on hand to ensure that every detail of your day is carefully considered and expertly executed. A number of luxurious suites are available for you and your guests to avail of, allowing you to extend your festivities with a peaceful and relaxing getaway.
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
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
Guest Capacity
Up to 250
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Ballroom
Historic Venue
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Restaurant
Rooftop
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Bar & Drinks
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Reviews
4.9
out of 5.064 reviews
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The Omni Parker House receives glowing reviews from multiple couples for their exceptional service, breathtaking views, outstanding food, and organized wedding planning process. The venue's staff, particularly Richard, is highly praised for their dedication, attention to detail, and helpfulness throughout the entire event. Guests are impressed by the beautiful setting, luxurious bridal suite, and unique Boston charm offered by the hotel. The historic venue is recommended for couples looking for an elegant, timeless, and remarkable wedding experience in Downtown Boston.Review photos
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Mykela C
5.0
11/02/2024
Our wedding at the Omni Parker House was a dream come true, and so much of it was thanks to the extraordinary team and world-class service they provided. From our first tour to the final moments of our wedding day, Richard was simply incredible. His kindness, attention to detail, and dedication to making our day perfect went far beyond our expectations. Richard was with us every step of the way, ensuring everything ran smoothly—from the tasting to the final moments on our big day.
It rained the entire day, but with the Omni Parker House as our backdrop, the rain didn’t impact our celebration one bit. For anyone planning a wedding in Boston, having a venue like this is a lifesaver. The Parker House’s timeless beauty and stately elegance made us feel like true Boston royalty. And the rooftop ballroom offered the most breathtaking views of the city, making it a highlight for so many of our guests.
The level of service we experienced was nothing short of first-class. Many of our guests told us it was the best wedding they’d ever attended! The food was outstanding—especially the Boston baked scrod—and every course was served with such care. And the signature Boston cream pie was a huge hit, adding a uniquely Boston touch to the night.
Working with the Omni Parker House made the planning process an absolute breeze. Their wedding package covered everything, including bar service, linens, cake, a hotel block, and massive suites for getting ready that gave us the perfect space to start the day. They were so organized and thorough that we didn’t need a planner or day-of coordinator. We simply dropped off our wedding signs, table numbers, and place cards on Thursday, and by Saturday, everything was flawlessly set up.
Richard and the entire Omni Parker House team went above and beyond to make our day unforgettable. If you’re looking for a Boston venue with unmatched service, breathtaking spaces, and a team that truly cares, look no further than the Omni Parker House. Thank you, Richard, and the Omni team, for making our day extraordinary in every way!
Caroline C
5.0
5/02/2024
Richard and the whole team were absolutely amazing to work with. They were there every step of the way never letting one detail miss. The Omni was so beautiful and i cannot tell you how many compliments we received on our food. I truly cannot recommend the Parker house enough. The entire day was perfect and the setting was everything I had ever dreamed of. If you’re thinking of the Parker house just do it you will not regret it
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Lisa I
5.0
4/05/2024
I was married there 33 years ago. These reviews were not available back then so I thought I would give one now. The service was on the first floor and then the reception in the ballroom. It was a beautiful event. The hotel did a great job. Would love one of my children to get married there!
Alessandra R
5.0
12/05/2023
It was a Christmas wedding for the ages! The Omni Parker House staff was absolutely incredible, down to the smallest details. All of our guests were really impressed with the white glove service, amazing food, and incredible convenience. Could not be happier!!
Amanda G
5.0
11/18/2023
We had our wedding 9/9/23 at the Omni Parker House and could not be more thrilled with our decision. From the moment we met Richard on our first venue tour, I knew that we could trust him with our wedding. Throughout the entire planning process, we relied on him for his expertise and opinion on everything from timeline, meal choices, and beyond. I asked him no shortage of questions and he was so incredibly patient with me. Once we got closer to the wedding, he coordinated logistics with our vendors and on the day of the wedding, made sure that my vision was executed to perfection.
We had a gorgeous bridal suite that was included in the package that completely exceeded any expectation I had. It was more than enough room for my 9 bridesmaids and four hair/makeup vendors, and felt like such a luxurious place to stay the entire weekend!
The hotel staff was also AMAZING. Everyone was raving about how nice and kind everyone was. Pedro (the banquet manager) was incredible to work with. Throughout the night he checked in on us and updated us about what was coming next. Our guests also continue to come up to us, months after the wedding, telling us how delicious the food was!
For a couple like us who wanted to get married in Boston, the Omni Parker House was the absolutely perfect venue. Our wedding day was beyond our wildest dreams. Our pictures in the hotel, across the street and in the Public Gardens are so special, and the hotel itself captures the Boston charm that we love so much. The ballroom is not just like any hotel ballroom - it's so unique and beautiful.
We truly could not recommend this venue and the incredible staff enough!!
Lindsay D
5.0
11/13/2023
Richard and everyone at the Omni were wonderful to work with from planning to the day of the event. We were so happy with how the event was coordinated and it absolutely surpassed our expectations. The food was great, the ballroom looked beautiful and the bellmen and event staff made everyone feel so welcome. It was amazing. Everyone at the Omni wanted to make sure our wedding was special and memorable and we really felt that! Richard is so professional and an expert in coordinating logistics he knows how to throw the best wedding at the Omni! Thank you!
Nicole N
5.0
10/09/2023
Highly recommend if you want to get married in Downtown Boston. They are very reasonably priced for all that they offer. They really treated us with white glove service during your wedding weekend and they were very flexible to help accommodate all the requests that we had for our wedding.
Additionally, the history that comes along with the Omni Parker and the Boston Crème Pie dessert option allows for a unique wedding experience that you really can't get at a lot of other hotels.
Lastly the ballroom, ceremony rooms and hotel itself is gorgeous. We had inclement weather the day of our wedding but were able to capture a lot of stunning pictures inside the hotel.
Soteria Z
5.0
8/27/2023
WOW! What an incredible venue. My husband and I recently got married there on August 26th. Mauricio, Richard, Pedro, and all of the Omni Parker staff were unbelievable, dealing with everything for our special day, from planning to execution. Every detail was covered and the staff were attentive to every guest's needs. The bride had a beautiful bridal suite where all the bridesmaids got ready and the boys had access to Parker's Bar for photos and breakfast the day of the wedding. Guests were RAVING about the size of the filet and the lamb chops. Everything was delicious. Our 140 guests perfectly filled the ballroom and had enough space surrounding them. There are not enough words to describe our beautiful day at the Parker House, but if you are looking for an elegant, timeless, historic Boston wedding, this is the place to do it!
Elizabeth C
5.0
12/16/2022
It was a sincere pleasure working with Teri and the team at the Omni Parker House. We are so, so grateful we chose this venue for our 150-person classic winter wedding. The site itself is so beautiful and historic, with plenty of fun details to entertain our guests. It was an evening winter wedding during a storm, but there were so many beautiful places to take portraits, and their holiday decorations were very tasteful yet festive. We had our ceremony in the press room and it was perfect for the guests who could then just venture up to cocktail hour and the reception all in one place. This was great not only for our older guests, but also allowed our vendors to have more time with us and less time devoted to traveling from site to site for setup. We were able to take tons of photos with our loved ones in different areas while staying dry and cozy in our black tie attire!
We loved the extra details the Parker House adds to the special day for the comfort of the bridal party, whether it be plenty of photogenic and roomy getting ready areas to use for the different groups, or the good luck toast for the bridal party in the adjacent room prior to the ceremony, or the private cocktail hour for them to refresh at in a separate room from the main guests so they can take a breather before the reception. We thought the Parker House considered their comfort in many steps along the way and we appreciated that for our closest friends.
We stayed in the Parker suite for our wedding weekend and it was wonderfully large and was the perfect place to meet guests the day before and after before they traveled home. We are very grateful to the staff for being so attentive to our needs and checking on us frequently for cleaning and refreshing throughout the stay. We are also very grateful they allowed us to stay up late with some of our guests that night in the room, savoring the night and time with those who flew from California to be there with us!
Everyone from the front desk to the bellmen to the cleaning staff to the servers at the wedding reception were incredibly friendly, skilled and talented with their work, and helpful to us during our entire stay. They made us feel special when we were there, and they linger in our minds as we think back on the wonderful weekend, and we feel very lucky to have worked with them.
Teri was so wonderful to work with, I cannot overstate that. When we were touring our selection of venues in Boston with my sister, our immediate comfort and confidence in Teri was one of the main deciding factors in our booking the venue. She is an asset to the Parker House Team. I had many questions throughout the planning process and she was so quick to communicate back with us when we emailed her, so accommodating to our requests, and so calming and helpful about everything. This made such a huge impact on the planning process for me. My whole family enjoyed meeting her during the tasting meeting and they also went out of their way after to tell me how great it was to have Teri on our team! We cannot thank you enough!
Rebecca W
5.0
11/14/2021
Everything about Omni Parker was an absolute dream. We worked with Richard primarily and he could not have been more professional but fun and not to mention helpful! He was the greatest coordinator and I cant say enough good things about everything at omni, from all the staff to how gorgeous the hotel is. Everything was spectacular and if omni is on your list of places to maybe have your wedding, move them to the top!
Alison G
5.0
8/01/2021
This is a long post, so bear with me! But if you’re on the fence, of choosing a venue, hopefully this will help you see what an incredible venue/organization Omni Parker House is! When my now husband, Jon, and I were looking at venues in Boston in 2019, we quickly became defeated. Even with a decent budget, our dream of a city wedding didn’t seem realistic. Jon still set up tours at every Boston venue with the hope that maybe we could make something work. The moment I stepped foot into the Omni Parker House, I fell in love. It's absolutely stunning and has a rich history that sets it apart from other hotel venues. I was certain that we would never be able to afford a venue like it, but somehow, not only did it fall within our budget, but it included so much! The staff at Omni Parker House made us feel like valued customers even before any contracts were signed. They were professional & accommodating, allowing for my parents who live out of town to be involved with every step of the process. The high standards that the Omni Parker House possesses put us at ease in knowing our wedding would be top quality. We scheduled our 225 person wedding for July 2020. And then COVID hit and we were forced to postpone our wedding for a year. Throughout this time, the staff at Omni Parker House kept us informed of any info they received about reopening and guidelines almost immediately. Therefore, we always felt in the loop, even if it were simply an update saying that they had no updates. As our date was quickly approaching, we visited the Omni Parker House where we reviewed what our wedding day would look like. Boston’s guidelines were stricter than the state’s guidelines, and while they were put into place to ensure everyone’s health & safety, it didn’t make for a “fun” wedding. Our disappointment and stress was at an all-time high knowing our 225-person (even 100-person), city wedding was out of the question. The Omni Parker House worked with us to create any solutions to create a more enjoyable wedding that still adhered to the health guidelines, but their hands were tied. In knowing that they wouldn’t be able to provide the wedding experience we had hoped for (through NO fault of their own), the Omni Parker House offered us a full refund to put towards another venue outside of the city that could allow for more people. In hearing about other venues/vendors who charged astronomical fees for rescheduling weddings that were originally scheduled to happen in the height of the pandemic/lockdown, we were certain that switching venues would be out of the question…however, Omni Parker House OFFERED this to us. If that doesn’t speak to the their level of customer service, I don’t know what does! The fact that a company who could have easily just kept our money, forcing us cut down our guest list from 225 people to 60 and have a wedding that we wouldn’t be completely satisfied with, but chose not to, is a testament to their strong commitment to customer satisfaction. I truly cannot thank the staff of Omni Parker House enough for investing their time and service with us. While we weren’t able to have our “dream city wedding”, Omni Parker House allowed us the opportunity to have a wedding that we could share with all of our friends and family which was the most important aspect of the day for us. If you want a beautiful wedding and a team that will do anything to ensure you have the wedding of your dreams, I cannot recommend Omni Parker House enough!
Meghan L
5.0
12/03/2019
We loved having our wedding at the Omni Parker House. We worked primarily with Richard, and also with Elaine who helped out as we approached our wedding, including the day itself. They were both very accommodating and understanding when we had questions or wanted to make changes. We went into our wedding day confident that they would both handle any issues that arose! The service we got from the Omni Parker House in general exceeded our expectations and was a big reason why we had the perfect wedding day.
Sheryl K
5.0
10/21/2019
Absolutely stunning venue and a wonderful experience start to finish. The hotel staff were amazing and accommodating and made us feel so special before and during our wedding weekend. The ballroom is gorgeous and I loved the press room for the ceremony. David was an amazing coordinator and everything was smooth and stress free. I highly recommend this venue for a beautiful Boston wedding!
Laura G
5.0
9/30/2019
I cannot begin to express how amazing our wedding was at the Parker House. We originally chose the hotel for the beautiful architecture, amazing location in the heart of the city and rich history. Not only did the hotel serve as our home base for the weekend, we had our rehearsal dinner, a welcome reception for out of town guests, our wedding reception and after party there as well. Without a doubt, the team is so experienced and knowledgeable. To Colleen, thank you for helping us through every step of the wedding planning process to make sure we had the perfect day. Everyone at the hotel from the staff checking in guests to those working our wedding events and those behind the scenes. We had the most amazing event and hope to come back to celebrate our anniversary in the future.
Audrey M
5.0
10/18/2018
Jamie, our catering manager/coordinator, was absolutely amazing. She was extremely experienced and knowledgeable and had so many great suggestions for our big day. From the second we got to the Omni Parker House after our ceremony, she made everything go smoothly (even stopping Saturday afternoon Boston traffic for us to take a photo!). We highly recommend her and the Omni Parker House!
Jamie D
5.0
5/22/2018
We had such a great experience with Elyssa at the Omni Parker House! They took care of everything for our spring wedding and made it so easy for us. Plus the venue is just so beautiful - highly recommend!
Katie P
5.0
2/04/2018
Our wedding at the Parker House was amazing! We got married last April and had both the ceremony and the reception at the hotel. The Parker House is so elegant and we loved learning about all of the history behind the hotel. Amanda was our coordinator and she was fantastic. We were planning the wedding from out of state but she was great about answering all of my questions and made us feel so comfortable. The day of our wedding went by too fast but we loved every minute of it! There were really only a couple things that came up after the wedding that I was not so pleased with. The first was that the hotel misplaced some of the decorations we had brought in. We were told they would box it all up at the end of the night and then we could pick everything up in the lobby within a few days after the wedding. We got almost everything back but there were various items like LED candles and the card plate we used that somehow got lost and we never got back. Luckily it was nothing expensive or sentimental. The second issue was that they wrapped up the rest of our Boston Cream Pie wedding cake and delivered it to my parents room after the reception, but the room didn't have a refrigerator so it sat out all night and then they were told the next morning that it might not be safe to eat so they had to throw it away. Other than that our wedding day was incredible and we're so happy we were able to get married there!
Kimberley H
5.0
10/23/2017
I cannot begin to express our gratitude that my husband and I have to the Omni Parker House and to Amanda, our coordinator. We had a two year engagement, which means that we spent a LOT of time communicating with Amanda and frequenting the venue. I was very concerned with the amount of people we invited (214), but Amanda assured us that the evening would flow smoothly. She encouraged us to visit the venue during weddings with a similar number of guests and was always there to greet us when we arrived (even though I am sure she had more pressing duties given that she was coordinating the weddings.). We ended up having 198 guests and I truly feel it was the perfect amount. From the flow of the cocktail hour in the Wheatley Terrace to the set up of the tables in the ballroom - everything was perfect! We met with Amanda on a few occasions and, when a potential problem occurred, she worked with us to offer solutions and always gave us the utmost confidence that the day would be everything we hoped for - and she was right! Everything was beyond our wildest dreams and she made our vision come to life. I didn't have to worry about organizing my vendors because Amanda reached out to them all and coordinated details with them. When my trolley and limo arrived to the Parker House after the church, Amanda and a few other wonderful people from the staff greeted us to welcome us all and take care of anything we needed. Everyone truly went above and beyond and we could not be more appreciative.
We wanted a classic city wedding and the Omni Parker House made this possible. All of the history within the walls of the gorgeous hotel and the amazing views of the city from the rooftop ballroom were a few of the many reasons we chose it as our reception destination. Having a longer engagement meant that we made frequent stops to the Parker House - whether for dinner or drinks ... or to just visit and count down the days - and it has become such a special place to us. There is no other venue like it in Boston and we are so grateful to have been able to celebrate such a special time in our lives at such a special place in history.
Thank you to Amanda and the wonderful staff at the Omni Parker House for making our wedding a night we (and our guests!) will remember forever.
Laurie G
5.0
10/19/2017
We can’t say enough about the Omni Parker House. From the first time I walked into the lobby I simply fell in love and had to have our wedding at this location. Alison is amazing, always ready and willing to answer any questions. And the rooftop ballroom provided the perfect setting- just perfect
Daliena S
4.0
8/21/2017
The Parker House was a beautiful reception venue and the history of the building is just amazing! The Rooftop Ballroom created the perfect setting for a Boston wedding.
If you are less detail oriented, you may have some issues with the hotel’s internal organization and the day of execution. We had to remind our coordinator several times which menu selections we wanted as well as several other details. At times, it felt like I was proofing her work instead of getting the support I needed. We also had issues with check in, welcome bag delivery, and guest’s meal selections.
I cannot say it was a smooth planning process, but I can say that in the end our wedding was gorgeous and I would go through all the headache again.
Caitlin H
5.0
6/23/2017
Our wedding at the Omni Parker House could not have gone any better. Every single person that we interacted with was helpful and knowledgeable. Alison our coordinator was always quick to respond and was always able and willing to help. Jamie was so great working with us on the room block for our many out of town guests. On the day of Alison and Elaine the banquette manager made everything perfect. They listened to our wants and needs and were so good to us during our stay. Everyone says that something always goes wrong on your wedding day and I can say if it did we had no idea because they handled everything so perfectly. We couldn't have asked for a better team and venue.
Sarah M
5.0
6/01/2017
We had an absolutely perfect wedding at the Omni Parker House at the end of April. It went far beyond our expectations, and was truly a day to remember.
We booked the Parker House for our wedding date about 16 months in advance after meeting with Alison for a tour. The venue was lovely, and we could tell that Alison would be amazing to work with. After signing our contract, Alison was there to answer any questions we had while we organized our big day. It was unbelievably helpful to have her there for us, and she was always so responsive.
We had a meeting with Alison and Elaine two days before the wedding, where they made sure that every detail was organized. Both were on site for our rehearsal and could not have been more helpful organizing our wedding party.
On the day of the wedding, we booked the Dickens room for the girls to get hair and makeup done, and ordered from the hotel catering menu. Everything was delicious! The staff did a great job making sure we had everything we needed in the room.
Alison met me at my hotel room and brought me down to the mezzanine level for our first look in the Dickens mirror. It was a wonderful suggestion of hers for the first look, and a moment that we will never forget.
We had our ceremony in the Press room, and the set up by the hotel could not have been more lovely. Every detail was arranged. The same was true for the cocktail hour space. I cannot say enough good things about the Alcott ballroom. Our pictures of the room are stunning, and our guests were so impressed with what an incredible job the Parker House did both in setting up the room and in providing exceptional service during the meal. Thank you to Elaine for making sure that we were able to eat every course! The reception was a blast, and it was because of the amazing job Alison and Elaine did to organize everything.
There are so many people to thank for a perfect wedding. The entire Parker House staff was so sweet, and everyone was excited for us and so helpful. Thank you to Eddie who helped bring in our overflowing carload of wedding boxes and for making us laugh as we somehow managed to fit it all in the carts. Thank you to the front desk staff for being so kind. Thank you to the reception staff for making sure that each guest had a wonderful meal.
And a few special thank yous. Thank you to Seamus, who made us feel like we were old friends. You went above and beyond for us and for our guests, even bringing birthday cakes to two of our guests who were celebrating birthdays during the wedding weekend. Thank you to Elaine for running a flawless ceremony and reception. And a big thank you to Alison, who provided more help than I could ever say, and was such a source of support and guidance throughout the planning process.
We will treasure our memories of our wedding at the Parker House.
Allie C
5.0
4/18/2017
My husband and I wanted the perfect winter wedding in the city. We looked at numerous hotels and fell in love with the "winter" feel that the Omni Parker House had during the holidays. During our search, we met with a lot of wedding coordinators who were trying to "sell us" their space - and to my husband and I, there is nothing worse than that. Amanda McCarthy was the complete opposite and she was nothing short of amazing to work with - she was exactly what we needed. She did not throw us a sales pitch which we really appreciated right off the bat. Most importantly. she sold us on the Omni by being practical and helping make the process as easy as possible. A lot goes into planning a wedding and Amanda made it extremely easy for us. She was always reachable, helpful, practical, and most importantly, patient. She made our night so beyond special and my family and I have her to thank. Any adjustment or "tweek" that we wanted for our wedding was never a problem. She worked within her team to have everything just the way we wanted it. We never had to follow-up on emails, as she was constantly keeping us updated. I will forever recommend this hotel to couples looking for a wedding venue not only because of the beauty and hidden history behind it, but for Amanda. She is the reason why our wedding was the most amazing day of our lives.
Danielle M
5.0
1/25/2017
We could not have been happier with our venue choice! Alison was our coordinator and she made the whole process seamless and efficient. Everything we asked for was done to perfection and our guests were thrilled as well. Everyone we dealt with at Omni was amazing, Jamie kept our room block organized and Linda was there to help with the rehearsal and wedding day events. We had the added stress of a snow storm on our wedding day but everything went smoothly. Our Ceremony was at Omni as well, I would definitely recommend this venue for both.
Jenna R
5.0
1/11/2017
Looking for a perfect Boston wedding venue? Look no further than the Omni Parker House. From day 1 of our planning process the OMH exceeded all of our expectations. For a Boston Wedding venue in December we felt the price was very reasonable and included so much! Clare, our wedding coordinator was a-mazing. She is professional, creative, flexible and left no stone unturned. It snowed the day of our wedding (and was very cold) and Clare literally got out in the middle of the road to stop traffic so that my dress was protected and we made it safely to our first look spot at Old City Hall. We truly had the wedding of our dreams and we owe it all to her!
Jamie at the Omni is also great and worked with us on our room block and day-of coordination.
If you are looking for a historical, unique Boston wedding venue this is the place! We walked away with the most beautiful photos in front of the entrance and across the street at Old City Hall and a wonderful experience that we will always remember! Our guests had a blast and said nothing but wonderful things about the food, the ambiance, the service and the hotel stay! THANK YOU OMH!
Dianna W
5.0
10/27/2016
Our experience with the Omni Parker House could not have been better. We worked with Alison Rose and she was absolutely wonderful - a top notch professional. From our first meeting, Alison made every part of planning pleasant and seamless. She was responsive, accommodating, helpful and really alleviated a lot of the last-minute and day-of stress. She checked in with all of our vendors on our behalf and made sure everyone was where they needed to be on the big day! (This was super helpful because we did not use a day-of wedding planner).
We had our cocktail hour and reception in the ballroom and it was amazing; a real dream come true type of experience. The setting up there is bright and beautiful and the space was the perfect size for our wedding (just under 200 people). The food was absolutely delicious, too!
We also worked with Jamie on our room block and she was so helpful and patient with all of the questions and last minute changes from our guests.
The Omni is truly a special place. We HIGHLY recommend this venue!
Carly P
5.0
10/10/2016
We could not be happier with our decision to have our wedding at the Omni Parker House. We worked with Alison throughout the planning process and from my first phone call with her up to our wedding day, she went above and beyond in being extremely helpful, responsive, accommodating and helped to keep us relaxed because we knew we were in great hands. During our wedding weekend, Alison made sure that everything was flawless. I did not worry about a single detail in the ballroom because I knew it would all be perfect and it was. We worked with Kasey on our guest room block and she also was extremely helpful in making sure that we had the rooms that we needed and was very responsive whenever we had questions or wanted an update on our block. We also cannot say enough great things about the hotel staff and hotel itself and highly recommend this beautiful venue!
Samantha P
5.0
7/15/2016
There just isn't enough I can say about OPH and our wedding weekend. First they were so welcoming and kind to us from the moment we walked in the door, which isn't always common for hotels/venues. Alison was so patient with all of our questions and emails. They worked with us on budget too. We were able to have our entire weekend of wedding celebrations (welcome cocktail hour, getting ready time, reception, and day after breakfast) at the hotel and still stay within our budget. They handled all of the set up and break down, the tables looked great, the rooms were beautiful. Every one of us guests raved about what a great time they had, not just at the wedding, but at the hotel too. The menu options were great and the sea bass was delicious! I just cannot say enough about how great our wedding weekend was and I am so grateful to the monumental help that OPH provided us. I would HIGHLY recommend OPH without any doubts to anyone looking to have a wedding in Boston. It was just so fabulous!
Susie M
5.0
5/08/2016
I’m not even sure where to begin, because the Omni was literally the answer to our prayers. All we wanted was a beautiful, downtown wedding in the city and were having so much trouble finding a venue that was not outrageously expensive. The Omni was so willing to work with us in every way, and we settled on a Sunday in April. The best word to describe what we got was: class. The service was extraordinary, the venue stunning and the flow was flawless. We had several guests with dietary restrictions, which they handled impeccably (our guests went out of their way to tell us how well the staff treated them). The venue itself was so gorgeous that we barely needed to bring anything in, and truly encompassed our classy/romantic/upscale theme. Our planner Clare was so on top of everything, and she was a blast to work with. She would periodically check in with me and ask what I was working on, and if there was anything she could do to help. As an event planner in another life, I’d often email her on a Monday with a slew of random questions, which she would answer quickly and thoroughly. When my dad wanted a specific wine for the wedding, she contacted the distributor to ensure it could be brought in for no extra cost. When my mother-in-law wanted to ensure her family’s guest rooms could be near each other, she and Kasey were all over it. When my husband and I came back to our suite post-after party, we were welcomed by a bottle of my favorite champagne and a sweet note from Clare. Aside from actually getting married (!!!), the most important thing for us was ensuring the flow of the day went well, and our guests got a top-notch experience and the Omni Parker House delivered on every single aspect.
Courtney A
5.0
4/10/2016
We had an incredible experience working with the Omni Parker House, and specifically their Director of Catering (David), Banquet Manager (Elaine) and Catering Coordinator (Kasey.) Our wedding rehearsal, rehearsal dinner, a pre-wedding meet and greet, wedding ceremony, wedding reception and a post-wedding brunch were all held at the Omni, and the convenience of having all of these events on site in addition to lodging was so appreciated by our guests. Every need of ours and our guests was quickly met with pleasure throughout the course of our wedding weekend. The Omni worked with us to ensure we had enough rooms for our various events, as well as designated areas to take photos in, compile welcome bags, etc. Absolutely everyone at the Omni from the bartenders, to the bellhops, to the Guest Service Manager (Seamus) treated myself and my now husband, as well as our family's and guests as old friends who they were happy to see, host and help. The Omni Parker House is simply gorgeous, and has such a regal yet intimate feel to it. The Press Room was just perfect for our ceremony, and the Rooftop Ballroom made for a scenic and memorable reception. The food was incredible, the service was phenomenal, and a good time was had by all.
Allyson G
5.0
12/07/2015
We were so fortunate to be able to have our event at the Omni Parker House! From our initial consultation through our actual wedding weekend it was the most wonderful experience imaginable. We worked with Amanda McCarthy, who was actually hired halfway through our planning process. She jumped right onboard seamlessly and we all loved working with her every step of the way. One of the best parts about the Omni (aside from the gorgeous setting and awesome history)--our guests are still talking about the food! Which was exactly what we wanted out of our wedding. Thank you OPH for making our wedding weekend a dream come true!!
Emily G
5.0
10/30/2015
The Omni Parker House was the perfect location for our classic Boston wedding. We worked with Alison to plan everything-- not only was she extremely responsive and helpful, but they worked with us A LOT to make the wedding more affordable while still making sure that we had everything we wanted. (Less dinner, more dancing :)) A couple of weeks before the wedding we had a number of changes-- we had guests drop out, we decided to add a slideshow during the reception in the foyer, etc. Alison took care of everything without issue. On the day of the wedding, the menus that I had created on zazzle (which zazzle messed up the first time) were delivered to my work address. At that point I told everyone not to worry about it-- it's just menus, everyone's going to eat, no big deal. Still, Alison arranged for a member of her staff to go down to my office and pick up the menus (luckily I work downtown.) I was also shocked because at the cocktail hour and reception there was a banquet manager there in addition to Alison. She introduced herself to us (I am so embarrassed to have forgotten her name) and was constantly tending to my husband and me. She overheard him say at the cocktail hour that he was trying to make his way over to get some lobster bisque, and seconds later was at his side with a cup of bisque, and a handful of the other hors d'oeuvres so that we didn't have to walk through the sea of guests to get to the food. She later spotted a guest at our table whose meal had not come out and literally went into the kitchen, got his dinner, and served him herself. EVERYTHING at the Omni went absolutely perfectly. I really couldn't believe it. Five stars and a perfect choice for your wedding!
Cass M
5.0
9/20/2015
We used the Omni Parker for both ceremony and reception. Clare was a great help throughout the year and a half of planning. She was very accommodating and made wonderful suggestions for food and drink that fit in to our exact vision. She really understood what we were looking for. Throughout the night, she was always making sure everything was going smoothly and that I was happy (but not intrusively so). In the end, our vision came together perfectly and I don't think that could have been accomplished without her.
Chelsea C
5.0
8/20/2015
The hotel was great, and the room was well-appointed. It was located in the heart of Boston near all the historic sites and Boston Common. Everything anyone would want to do in Boston is within easy walking distance from the hotel; but if you prefer it, train service is nearby as well. We loved it.
Christine D
5.0
6/22/2015
My husband and I couldn't be happier with how our wedding turned out. We worked with Jennifer Nicholson, and she was amazing! She always got back to me in a timely manner (I had a LOT of questions haha), and she went above and beyond to make us (and our families) feel taken care of. The whole event ran so smoothly, the food was delicious and the service was impeccable. Most of our guest were from out of town, and everyone loved the hotel's old-world Boston charm and central location. We absolutely loved our wedding at the Omni - thank you to Jennifer and her fantastic team!
Sarah M
4.0
4/13/2015
We fell in love with this hotel from the moment we walked in. The history is spectacular, and it is so grand and beautiful. From the moment we started working with the coordinator, every detail was taken care of. She always got back to us within a few hours - definitely no longer than a day, and always had professional and satisfying answers to our questions. The food at the tasting was amazing and we were especially impressed when the chef came out to meet us. The coordinator wrote down every detail and we felt like every last thing would be taken care of perfectly. The attention to detail was very impressive. The only complaint we had was that on the day of the wedding, our coordinator was very scarce. We only saw her right before the ceremony and then again once during the reception. Another woman was there for the entire ceremony and reception, but we didn't meet her until the rehearsal dinner. I have to admit that my first impression of her was not great - but, I think that was because I had already worked out every detail with the other coordinator. In the end, the second coordinator was awesome! I just wish that they had told us so that I would have known what to expect. My impression (and the wording on the contract) made me think that the coordinator would be there to help us with whatever we needed on the day of the wedding and this was not what happened. The other thing was that the cocktail hour provided for the wedding party was not what we expected. We had been told that there would be plenty of food and drink, and we had to ask for more of both. These were truthfully the only details that were not PERFECT. The food was great- many people complemented us afterward. And the vendors that they worked with were awesome as well - we couldn't have been happier with the cake baker, the rental company etc. All and all, we were very impressed!
Emma L
5.0
2/08/2015
First, our wedding was beautiful and went exactly as planned. We had an amazing time and we heard nothing but the same from our guests. Atmosphere, food, and service were top-notch. Second, Jennifer Nicholson was great to work with. From the day we contacted her, Jennifer was professional, organized, and responsive. She made planning as stress free as possible!
Meaghan W
5.0
12/23/2014
My fiance and I worked with Jennifer Nicholson at the Omni Parker House and we were absolutely thrilled with the time, effort, and care that she put into helping us create a package that included all of the things we cared about, none of the things we didn't care about, and all within a budget that met our needs. She was also extremely accommodating about letting us come in last minute, even offering to stay late so that my mom could come in. Furthermore, she always emailed us back within the day, answered all of my questions (and I had a lot!), and even followed up with us throughout the process. The venue itself is BEAUTIFUL and has so much classic Boston history. The food is fantastic, the service incredible, and while on tour we even had guests of the hotel whisper to us that we should pick this hotel because the rooms were so fantastic. I would wholeheartedly recommend the Omni Parker House to any and every couple looking around Boston - you will LOVE it!!
William R
5.0
12/05/2014
My husband and I could not have been more welcome or in better hands than with Alison and the entire Omni Parker House team. This was the ultimate venue for a quintessential Boston wedding and we couldn't have been more pleased. From the guest rooms and our guests' experiences, to the Rooftop Ballroom, the high quality of the food and service provided - it was truly a night to be remembered. Our guests still talk about the hotel and the space several months later! Top Notch!
Sarah G
4.0
11/01/2014
The location was nice and central to a lot of things. However, it was college move in weekend and it make driving in and maneuvering difficult. When we arrived after 3, after the stated check-in time, our room wasn't ready and they said it would take another hour or two. After explaining we had a rehearsal dinner to get ready for, they scrambled to find a room for us- away from the rest of the wedding guests. The front desk staff was very nice and helpful.
After the ceremony, 100+ wedding guests waited in a narrow hallway trying to squeeze into elevators. We ended up taking all 13 flights of stairs to get to the rooftop. Once there, we didn't realize the cocktail hour was split between 2 different locations until the very end so we didn't get to see as many people.
During the reception, our food was cold (most likely due to the wedding itself being behind schedule) but the wait-staff was very nice except for the bartenders. When I went up with my BIL to get a drink and I asked the bartender how her night was going, she replied "not so good, I can't wait for this wedding to be over." I was so shocked to get a response like this! And throughout the night, the two bartenders were just rude and complaining to each other right in front of guests.
Overall, it was one of the nicer venues I have been to. The views were impressive, even on a rainy night.
a member
5.0
10/27/2014
It was a dream come true to get married at the Parker House. It has the only rooftop ballroom in Boston so guests were able to enjoy views of the harbor and the skyline. The location was centralized and convenient. The room itself was perfect: elegant and not too overdone like many of the venues we looked at. The food was amazing. People have told me it was the best "wedding food" they have ever had. No one left hungry. The staff was accommodating and, even though they do many weddings, I felt like I was a priority to them. I highly recommend this venue!
Sunny T
5.0
10/17/2014
Words cannot describe how much the Omni Parker House and the staff mean to us. They were amazing. We worked with Catering Director David Mediano. He worked within our moderate budget, so that we could have a wedding that looked and felt luxurious without the price tag! He worked with us at every step of the way, handling the vendors so that I didn't need to coordinate their arrival or set up. He helped us tailor our menu to our diverse needs (food allergies, vegans, vegetarians). He was with us throughout the day to ensure everything went according to plan. Every detail was examined several times over the year before the wedding. He worked with my out-of-state parents to make sure they were happy. Could not have gone any better!
Emily G
5.0
9/04/2014
We could not have selected a more perfect venue for our wedding. Having planned some weddings and other events at past jobs, it's an understatement to say I am quite particular about the quality and service of an event venue. The Parker House not only delivered but exceeded all expectations. Jennifer Nicholson, our sales manager, was absolutely wonderful from beginning to end--gracefully answering our many questions and ensuring everything was in perfect order and happened on the day-of. My husband(!) and our families have heard constantly since the wedding how amazing the food and service was (and I can't say this is the case at most weddings we attend.) Everyone from the bellhops to the servers (Mehidy is the best!) to the event staff made the experience so perfect. We cannot wait to celebrate anniversaries and other events here for years to come.
a member
5.0
7/27/2014
I help my rehearsal dinner and wedding reception at the Parker House for my March wedding and couldn't be happier with the service they provided. We worked with Jennifer Nicholson, who was amazing. She was always responsive to phone calls and emails and worked with us extensively as we planned the event. The food is incredible. All of our guests said it was the best wedding food they had ever had (we gave them the option of filet mignon or scrod). The wait staff was great and highly experienced. The new renovated ballroom is beautiful. We stayed in one of their suites that night as well and the rooms are great. Lots of historic Boston charm. I highly recommend the Parker House to anyone getting married or looking for a great hotel to stay at!
olga x
5.0
6/12/2014
Omni Parker is a spectacular place to celebrate the wedding. we would not wish for better place. There is so much history and character concentrated under one roof that there is no competitor to this place in Boston. It was the first venue that we looked at and it was the best one. Although we looked at about 10 other places, we kept going back to Omni. Jennifer and all staff made us feel truly special and comfortable from the day one. Jennifer is absolutely fantastic. She helped us and advise us with pretty much everything we asked: from food choices to DJ selection. Omni staff was very flexibile and adaptive to our wishes and budget that allowed us to have fantastic wedding without going broke.
Every single guest said how awesome the place and the service was.
we love this venue and most likely celebrate our anniversaries there.
Kathleen P
5.0
1/02/2014
The newly renovated Rooftop Ballroom at the Omni Parker House offers a truly Bostonian setting for a wedding reception. The staff at the Parker House was professional, calm, and very easy to work with. Although expensive, I think the Parker House was more reasonable than similar city venues and allows you to really customize your wedding reception to fit your style and budget.
Rosanne B
5.0
10/14/2013
We loved working with the Omni and all they did to make our event so special. Our guests keep telling us how beautiful the ballroom and hotel were too! They are expensive, but you pay for the best quality, amazing food, beautiful surroundings, and exceptional service.
Sonia H
5.0
9/02/2013
I could not have asked for a more beautiful place for my wedding! Even though it was pricey, I fell in love with it from the moment I walked in, and it did not disappoint while planning and during the reception. Our coordinator, Jennifer, was awesome and so accommodating, I don't know if I could have gotten through it with out her! She was always easy to contact and quick to respond, even with last minute requests that might have been troublesome (adding guests, changing table sizes, etc). The amazing staff plus the beautiful decor and views from the rooftop ballroom made this a night to remember!
a member
3.0
3/05/2013
My husband and I wanted to celebrate our wedding in a place that spoke of old world romance while keeping it modern and the Omni Parker was the perfect place for that. Our wedding was held right after Christmas so the decorations were still up and the huge Christmas tree on the roof top ballroom definitely made a wonderful warm holiday statement. The food was pretty good although I never got to taste 3 of the selected hors d'oeuvres and that was a bit disappointing. Overall our wedding coordinator Alison did a great job capturing our vision however it did seem to take multiple emails to get a response on occasion. We also had guests from overseas cancel because of an illness in the family and also a impending snow storm and every time I emailed Alison seemed to avoid the question asked and bring up the fact that we needed more guests to make the minimum. This was pretty annoying since I was already stressed enough and it seemed all she cared about was the minimum spend.
The one star quality of service is due to the bartenders that night, I have had multiple guests tell me after the event how incredibly rude they were to guests the entire night. When you take the time and money to put together such a special event, the last comment you want to hear are complaints around being treated poorly by event staff. I will also say that the bartenders were even rude to me and when I asked his name he pointed to his name card and said "it's right here, you can read"...... This was at the very end of the night but I was pretty shocked, upset and did complain. I would say that unfortunately it was this experience that really made a wonderful night and what we wanted as wonderful memories a bit tainted but I would still recommend but only because the ball room is so beautiful and the food was pretty good. In all honestly, staff/server demeanor during a 5 hour party that costs over $20,000 should not even be a question.
Lauren U
5.0
2/03/2013
The Parker House was perfect in every way. It has old world charm and service. Everything is top quality. My wedding coordinator took amazing care of us throughout the planning process and made everything easy. The Parker House is a package deal and at a great quality. It was wonderful to have everything taken care of (rooms, cake, food, beverage, cocktail hour, etc.) Any Boston wedding is going to be expensive, but the Parker House was the most reasonably priced and offered the most for the dollar. Many more expensive places were not as nice or did not provide as much.
If you like history, this is the place for you. Charles Dickens lived here, JFK proposed to Jackie O. here, every president of the United States has stayed here since it opened in the 1800s. Even Malcolm X and Ho Chi Minh worked here in their early years.
I loved it and all my guests did, too. They keep telling me how wonderful the food was (filet mingnon with crab bernaise) and how beautiful everything was.
Sarah D
4.0
12/02/2012
My now husband and I were very happy with the service and overall experience. we worked primarily with Alison Rose leading up the day. she and all the members of the hotel we worked with were helpful about expanding the number of rooms (we had a lot of out of town guests), logistics of brunch, reception details, and worked through a potential cocktail hour scheduling issue with us so that we ended up with the schedule we wanted. day of the wedding, everyone was attentive but discreet and helped with the details. tons of great feedback from our guests on the location and the food. was a great day and would recommend the Omni Parker as a wedding venue.
JENNIFER B
5.0
11/18/2012
Working with Jennifer at Omni Parker was a delight. She is the perfect combination of laid back and detail oriented. The staff on the day of the wedding was wonderful. The hotel staff was very helpful to our many guests as well which was important to us as we had over 100 guests staying there.
Kelly E
5.0
10/01/2012
I am very happy that we had our wedding at the Omni. Everything was beautiful, and very well done. The coordinator we worked with was very responsive and helpful, and really made both the preparation and the day go very smoothly. I would recommend this venue to anyone considering a Boston wedding.
Amy B
5.0
9/26/2012
Loved the venue, rooftop ballroom, wedding coordinator Jennifer Nicholson is amazing and takes care of everything
Lisa R
5.0
8/17/2012
Having my wedding at the Omni Parker House made it completely stress free. Jennifer Nicholson was such a professional. This was basically an "idiot proof" wedding meaning that, with such competent staff, with such a beautiful venue, and such delicious food, I couldn't mess it up if I tried. The setting was spectacular, the food and drink delectable, the entire process smooth and painless. There is nothing about my experience here that I would change.
Anne B
5.0
2/19/2012
I really didn't want a "hotel" wedding, but this place changed my mind!! Ask for coordinatots Jennifer Nicholon and Jacklyn Hart btw. They were both AMAZING, AMAZING, AMAZING! They made me feel like a friend, as opposed to a client! Spend the extra money and get the 15th Floor - with all of the rooms, you can create different settings! the food was was 5 star, they let us pick wine. 10 stars out of 5
Amy Z
5.0
1/26/2012
The Omni Parker House was simply amazing!!!
Not only did they make me as the bride feel like a princess, they made a point to recognize my grandmother, my sisters, my parents, and beyond! Every one of my guests were treated like royalty.
The food was INCREDIBLE...most people walk away from weddings hungry, not me! I was so full!!
My planner was amazing! She took care of every minute detail.
I can't say enough about my experience.
Caitrin M
5.0
1/16/2012
The Omni Parker house was unbelievable through the entire wedding planning process, as well as the actual day of ceremony. The in-house wedding planners were extremely professional and prompt in getting back to me with any request I threw their way. In addition, the Parker House is a beautiful and historic hotel that it truly added to the theme of our wedding. Finally, the food was absolutely declicious, and all of the hotel staff helped the day run smoothly! I would recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a gorgeous reception space with great service!
Lauren M
5.0
10/09/2011
My husband and I knew from the moment we walked into the Omni Parker House and met the staff that we had found our wedding reception venue. We had caring guidance, gracious support, and genuine excitement for our wedding day from the first meeting through all of the planning stages. Jennifer was a dream to work with, extremely responsive and knowledgeable. The venue was flawless, our guests loved the location, food, and hospitality. The night of our wedding went off without a hitch--thanks to the professionalism of the staff, my husband and I didn't worry about a thing that night and just enjoyed ourselves! Thank you to ALL of the staff of the Omni Parker House, and especially Jennifer Nicholson!
Diane M
5.0
8/08/2011