Peoria Marriott Pere Marquette

ood. Was told by many guests it was the best food they have ever had at a wedding.

ing and she was so kind and helpful. Entire experience was amazing. We enjoyed our room and our guests did as well - clean, updated, and quiet. Nice gym and pool too. Great!! HIGHLY recommend.

zable hotel branches. The downstairs bar and eating area was wonderful for friends and family to gather throughout the weekend. We were able to take beautiful pictures throughout the upstairs area of the hotel. We were happy with how everything went, but there were a few cons. Getting up to the ballrooms is a little bit of a maze for those who have trouble with stairs. I also had some communication and planning issues that were likely due to our wedding coordinator leaving the hotel and being replaced. Overall, would highly recommend.

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er than we had originally planned, and the bar staff stayed with smiles on their faces. Aaron was our coordinator and I don't have enough good things to say about him. He and everyone at the Pere were so accommodating and made us feel like our wedding was the only one on their minds (although I know it wasn't!) I am so happy we chose the Pere and there is nothing I would have changed about it.

our needs. Also, it is so insanely beautiful!

ide the alcohol of our choice. Kelly was responsive to our requests and went out of her way to answer our many questions. The food was absolutely amazing. Our guests continue to talk about the food, venue, and services provided. We highly recommend the Pere Marquette!

-offs and a Sunday brunch at the Table 19 restaurant. We used one of the luxury suites to get ready the morning of the wedding and with 2.5 bathrooms it was perfect to bring hair and makeup to us. The downtown location was perfect to get to all of our wedding venues.

ir reservation. However, the hotel is the most beautiful in the Peoria area. Our rooms were also very reasonably priced compared to other cities.

they're clearly still working out some kinks. They only have 2 bellhop carts, so don't ask for one unless you're ready to be rushed and watched as you try to check in or out. None of the rooms have mini-fridges or microwaves. And the staff only kinda knows what's going on. My hope is that with all the changes they're going though, they're still trying to get on their feet and get stuff figured out. They do have a complimentary parking deck, its located on Fulton Street next to Sacred Heart Church. Its not very clearly marked, so make sure you're going into the right one. Also, as many people told me, don't bother eating or drinking at Table 19 - its very overpriced. There are plenty of bars on Main street that are more worth your money.

ave to spend a ton of money decorating because it was great as is. However, our suites had no working air conditioner. They gave us box fans. Being a bride and trying to keep my makeup from going all over with sweat pouring down my face was impossible. The food was incredible.

NG. If you get the Cotillion room, I would recommend getting their portable dance floor if it's available, and putting it in the middle of the room so all guests can easily see everything. Otherwise it is all the way at the end of the long room. The prices were reasonable... We had a 5 hour reception for 200 people, sit down meal, champagne toast, butlered cocktail hour, open beer and wine, and room fee for under $10k. The bridal suite is HUGE, and they may be willing to comp it for the wedding night. I also got it reduced to $200 for Friday night so my bridesmaids and I could get ready there on the wedding day. The wedding coordinator there was easy to work with, and would answer any questions we had. I would absolutely recommend the Pere Marquette to anyone looking for an elegant place to have their reception!

for guests. Carnegies the higher-end restaurant catored the wedding and had the most amazingly wonderful tasting and looking heordeourves and dinner. I felt like a million bucks-a night I will never forget!;It is an older more historical hotel. I loved it because it really made the whole look of my wedding more of what I wanted though.