Providence Biltmore - NOW Graduate Providence

questions that my family had leading up to the wedding and pulled off one of the most amazing days that my husband, Jb, and I had ever. From the night prior, to the day of and the morning after, every minute went flawlessly. I am forever grateful to the staff of the Graduate for their attention to detail and dedication to their profession. Both my husband and I will always remember the moment when the doors opened to the Biltmore Ballroom and we walked in as husband and wife into a room of people that we love all cheering us on. It was truly a special day and I highly recommend the Graduate to host your entire wedding event.

e venue was gorgeous, the food was delicious and we didn't worry about a thing knowing Elise was at the helm. I would highly recommend the Graduate for any couples who are looking beautiful place to get married.

istory on the building and fun facts too! She answered every question I had. I could not have been happier. I took a lot of tours for hotels in the past handful of weeks in the Providence area and Paul/the Graduate take the cake! I can't wait to work with them in October 2022. I will be back to update my review after the wedding!

y easy and fun. Every package they offer is 6 hours - 1 for cocktail and 5 for the reception. The food is also amazing and we have received many compliments on how good it was. Day of the Wedding the wait staff took care of anything and everything that we needed. The room was beautiful and was this was the wedding of our dreams and The Graduate and Elise’s team made it a reality.

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antly week/day of. Navigating getting married during Covid was so stressful but Elise and team made it so much easier for us! They were extremely accommodating to any and all of our requests. The food was excellent, the guest rooms were beautiful, the staff was super friendly (and more importantly helpful)... the list goes on. If you are contemplating getting married here - look no further! You will absolutely not regret it!

nal to work with. Our wedding day was everything we could of dreamed of thanks to them!

ambé presentation. The hotel was perfect for our guests as the majority of guests were from out of town. From planning through the pandemic to wedding day, we were thrilled with our experience with the Graduate Providence.

to August 28, 2021. I will say through it all, the staff at the Graduate were very accommodating and did everything they could to get us the date we wanted. They were seamless throughout the whole COVID transition. Elise along with her staff (Kristina, Sarai, Roland.. just to name a few) were beyond amazing in every way. Despite all the weddings they plan, they always found a way to make us feel like we were a priority. Elise consistently made it a point to check in and promptly responded to all my emails/texts/calls even on her days off. Every detail I asked for she made possible. I never had to worry about a thing as I knew I was in good hands! We have no words to say how thankful we were to have Elise as an integral part of our special day. We could never have planned this wedding without all of her guidance and support- you truly are one of a kind Elise! Our cocktail hour and reception were beyond our expectations. The staff was exceptional and always friendly- we felt like we were at home. The food was absolutely delicious and drinks were always on point- the bartenders remembered orders before guests even stepped up to the bar! We have never gotten so many compliments on how perfect the Filet was cooked!! We also really enjoyed the flambé presentation, the mixed berry option was the perfect summer addition along with our cake. Thank you for making our wedding day so memorable!!

ous. The hotel is convenient and the rooms are all charming. Providence has so much to offer as well I would use them again without even considering someplace else!

ur guests have not stopped talking about how beautiful it was, how delicious the food was, how attentive and pleasant the staff was, and how awesome the bartenders were (our guests never had to wait for a drink!!). Elise (the wedding coordinator) made all the planning leading up to our special day so simple and stress-free; and both Elise and Sarai (the day-of coordinator) made the day so easy and seamless. I had some last-minute changes the week of and they accommodated without a question. Sarai made sure that we stuck to the timeline- my husband and I didn’t have to worry about anything! I cannot recommend The Graduate enough to all you spouses-to-be! They will NOT disappoint, and you will be sure to have the wedding of your dreams!!!

ts all had wonderful experiences staying in this gorgeous hotel as well. Everyone was extremely accommodating and flexible with all the changes due to the pandemic. The entire staff made our celebration beautiful, memorable and as stress free as possible. The event staff, led by Elise, met with us several times, took all of our phone calls and emails with grace. Kristina booked all of our rooms and helped when we made changes or special requests. Sarah ran the evening as our Banquet Manager with ease and grace. The wait staff paid attention to all of our guests and treated us to a special champagne "pop" and flambé presentation. The food was delicious! The hor d'oeuvres not only tasted wonderful but looked amazing. There were several courses and all were delicious. Kudos to the chef and their staff! Many of our guests had dietary restrictions and all were met. This location is stunning. The hotel has recently gone through a major transformation and they maintained some of what was great about the old Biltmore but brought in show stopping décor and style. I highly recommend this vendor.

ons. The accommodations were luxurious. The bridal suite was the most beautiful room I've ever seen. My dream wedding became a reality thanks to Elise and her team at the Graduate. Best never ever.

orks here. She brought our experience from great to fantastic. Everything we could possibly need, she helped us with. Someone booked the wrong room type? She switched it on the phone. Stranger booked in the block? She took care of it. We were blown away by what I'd call the best customer service I have ever experienced. In working with us and my parents, she helped make our welcome gathering and weekend truly memorable, and eased some of our general anxieties about the whole process with grace. The hotel itself is beautiful, if slightly non-functional. The rooms are unique and a bit campy, but some rooms had no working drawers or closet space, or tiny bathrooms. This seemed to bother only a handful of our guests, but still is worth mentioning. Nevertheless, the hotel served as a gorgeous backdrop to some incredible wedding photos, and the welcome reception spot on the outdoor Parkview Terrace was perfect. Our family and friends couldn't stop talking about how great it was. Would strongly recommend booking here for a wonderful wedding weekend!!

was there throughout the whole day to make sure everything was perfect!

experience for every couple. We had our ceremony in the smaller Capital ballroom and the reception in the large Biltmore ballroom. Both spaces are beyond stunning - we barely even needed decor since the spaces are so ornate and gorgeous. We had thunderstorms on our wedding day so we were limited to indoor photos but I'm certain they'll turn out beautiful because the hotel is so magnificent. We'd booked the Graduate in January 2019 for a July 2020 wedding. Due to COVID, we had to postpone a year and Elise and the entire Graduate team was so easy to work with to shift our wedding date. They were super accommodating with any request we had, were very organized and were incredibly responsive to every email and phone call. I couldn't have predicted that I'd be planning a wedding during a pandemic but I couldn't have picked a better team to help with it. Our wedding was worth the very long wait due to COVID, due to the impeccable food and service at the Graduate. Everyone was telling us how much they loved the food. Even the salad was a work of art - everything was not only tasty but it was plated beautifully. Also, Graduate was one of the only wedding venues we found that was upfront, honest and transparent about pricing. We'd visited several other venues with a similar look in Providence that seemed more affordable but once you added up all the hidden fees like cake cutting, chair rentals and required uplighting, they quickly became very expensive. The Graduate worked with me to customize a package within our budget and were very accommodating about any changes we wanted to make. Our wedding with them was worth every single penny and then some. You also can't beat the convenience of getting married at a hotel - our guests didn't have the stress of going from place to place and our bridal party all appreciated that we could get ready on site. It really made the day so much easier. We highly recommend that any couple getting married in New England choose the Graduate - you will be so happy with your choice.

so much unknown about COVID in March of 2020, Elise made it easy for us to choose additional wedding dates to assist us in rescheduling our dream day. The service at the Graduate Hotel is like no other!!! Their service is better than any 5 star restaurant we have ever eaten in. We have received endless amount of calls/emails/text messages from guests raving about our wedding. For many, it was the best wedding they have ever attended. Our wedding exceeded all expectations. We are extremely pleased with our decision to have our wedding at the Graduate Hotel. We will continue to talk about this day for the rest of our life. The quote of the night was "this is amazing". We are still on cloud 9!!!! Thank you to Elise and her incredible team! Shoutout to Roland Jarvis for all his hard work! Everyone in the wedding party always had a dish full of food and a drink in hand. He even knows how to properly adjust the train of your dress :) We will never forget that. We consider you all family now.

course the grand ballroom on the 17th floor. The Graduate is so beautiful with so many picture opportunities. We had the pleasure of working with Elise who was an absolute joy to work with. She knows her stuff and is always willing to go above and beyond and give out recommendations to make your life easier. Words cannot even express how grateful we are to have had such a great, organized and detail-oriented coordinator. Through all of the trials and tribulations during COVID-19, Elise never failed at keeping us calm, excited and informative. She was beyond helpful keeping us up to date and answering all our questions. Elise handled everything so effortlessly and was prompt. She kept the entire wedding on time while also making sure my husband, guests and I had everything we needed. The food and beverage manager, Michael, and the entire staff at the Graduate did everything they could to keep me at ease and my guests happy. All of our guests were so impressed with how everything looked and how delicious the food was. I truly appreciate all of their time, energy and hard work. Thank you again from the bottom of our hearts for everything the team at the Graduate did to make sure that my husband and I had a perfect wedding day!

ingle detail is overlooked. Elise made switching wedding dates during the pandemic seamless - something that was simply priceless. We utilized the Summit Room for a welcome party, the Capital Ballroom for the ceremony and reception, and the balcony for cocktail hour. Each spot is unique and beautiful, staffed with fantastic employees, and fit our party of 108 comfortably. All of the food we selected was delicious - flavorful, unique, and filling. The staff assigned to your wedding will be just as great as Elise. They made sure my husband and I had food and drink in our hands all evening while we bounded around to say hello to our guests. They were all professional, pleasant, and on their A game. Getting ready at the Graduate was wonderful as well. The bridal suite is spacious to say the least - coming with two bathrooms, a jacuzzi tub, 2 closets, a wet bar, a separated bedroom, living room, and dining room table. You also have access to the outside balcony off the 3rd floor. You will have more than enough room for your vendors to set up. Our guests also greatly enjoyed their stay in the hotels unique rooms. They had plenty of space to hang out and get ready! A special mention to Michael and Sarah. Michael made sure our welcome party went smoothly. Sarah was there all night with us at our wedding making sure everything went according to plan. I'd do it all over again with the graduate in a heart beat. You won't regret your decision.

d her team made everything PERFECT all the while calming my every anxiety. From the get-go working with Elise and her team was fun and they made everything a breeze, which I didn't think was possible. Our big day was seamless and I cannot imagine having it anywhere but the Graduate. Our guests are still raving about how great the food was, how unbelievable the ballroom looked and how much they loved their rooms! I cannot recommend the Graduate team enough, you will not regret it :)

edibly smoothly and we were so incredibly impressed. Working with Elise to plan our wedding day also made a huge difference. She is so easy to work with and was willing to accommodate many of our requests to make sure that our wedding day was exactly what we wanted. I actually put off wedding planning for many years during our engagement because of how daunting the task seemed but with Elise helping us it made the whole process so painless. All of our guests were so impressed with the venue. Thank you Elise and the Graduate Providence team for making our dream wedding a reality!

just making sure everything will be perfect and goes off without a hitch. Well, as time went on everything was perfect, and then we got hit with a Global Pandemic. This on top of just your normal wedding stress is a major burden but also nothing you can do about it but to roll with the punches. I cannot say enough amazing things about this venue, including three major people who played parts in it. Elise, Michael, and Sarai have exceeded all of our expectations, went above and beyond making sure our day went absolutely amazing, and we could not have asked for a better staff to be there with us throughout the whole day/night. With Michael rearranging tables for cancellations we received up until the last hour, Elise sprinting to my room to grab the bouquet that I forgot, and Sarai and her team making our night so memorable in so many ways. It was amazing, and we would do it all over again. After all the crazy stress, worries, and just wedding day jitters, I couldn't have done it without this amazing staff helping us out. From the ceremony to the final song, it was AMAZING, and perfect. Thank you Graduate Team! I will recommend this place forever and ever.

a convenient place for our guests to stay. We had the pleasure of working with Elise, who was thorough and made sure we weren’t overlooking anything in our planning, was always responsive to phone calls and emails and was genuinely kind and supportive through our planning process. Elise was also fantastic at coordinating with and among our outside vendors. We didn’t realize how important this would be at the start of our planning process, but by the week of (and day of) our wedding I was so thankful to know both Elise and Sarai had everything covered. The service staff also deserves their own special shout out. Our guests were well cared for and food was served quickly and efficiently. There were a few things they did that made the experience for everyone really special. The venue is beautiful after the renovations. The ballroom has always been beautiful and was one of the main reasons we picked the Biltmore/Graduate and it has only improved with the renovations. Our guests are still telling us our wedding was the best wedding they’ve been to and the Biltmore/Graduate was a large part of that. We can not recommend this venue enough.

nd intricate details and its views of Downtown Providence. From that very first meeting with Elise to the night of my wedding on 09NOV2019, with the help of Mike and Sarai and the rest of the team, I was blown away. Everyone was so accommodating, so professional and the attention to detail was top-notch. The food, the service and the hotel were out of this world – our guest keep telling us this was the best wedding they had ever been to! It would be remise of me if I didn’t say Thank you to Elise. She is a Rockstar. She was so attentive to emails/calls/requests, it made planning our wedding reception so easy. If you are looking at the Biltmore/Graduate for your wedding, you will not be disappointed. Every detail is designed with making it an amazingly beautiful and stress-free day for you. We are so grateful to the Biltmore/Graduate for making our wedding so special!

pe for an absolutely perfect wedding! We couldn’t be more thankful that we chose to have our wedding at the Graduate Providence. Elise is extremely responsive to all of your needs and questions and can walk you through the entire wedding planning process. Almost two months later we still have guests telling us that our wedding was the best they had ever been to! We have nothing but positive things to say about the Graduate. If you are even considering booking your wedding there, do it! We wish we could do it all over again!

ecent renovation of the hotel is gorgeous. We had a truly special day and the staff at the Graduate made it all possible! 10/10 I would do it again.

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lise Shatraw, was the best! I could not have asked for anyone better. It was a perfect wedding. Thank you Biltmore. Keep up the great work!

d made the planning process much easier than I imagined. She is the quickest responder to emails I've ever met!! On the day of, Elise, Michael, Sarai, and the entire staff were professional, helpful, and accommodating. They turned our wedding vision into a real life fairy tale. The food, table settings, atmosphere, ballroom, and hotel accommodations were perfect. Everyone is STILL raving about how amazing the wedding was! We can't thank the Graduate enough for the best day of our lives. We couldn't be more grateful!

Any question I had was answered and any problem was solved in the matter of minutes. The food was amazing -- from the lunch in the bridal suite, the appetizers at Cocktail Hour and the entrees during the reception and the post-wedding breakfast -- the Graduate did not disappoint. All of the guests enjoyed the venue and the wedding reception immensely. They are still talking about it! Everything the Graduate did to keep the beauty of the Biltmore was perfect. Thank you for the best day of our life!

the entire staff at the Biltmore were so welcoming to us and did an amazing job the day of our wedding! Highly recommend planning your wedding there. Also, we highly recommend the bridal suite - what a great room, balcony & view! We couldn't have asked for anything better!

more for three reasons: 1. I didn't want to hire separate catering 2. I wanted a venue that could provide hotel rooms, a ceremony, and a reception incased it snowed 3. I needed something within my budget I wasn't too keen on the idea of a winter wedding to begin with. However, everything far exceeded my expectations. Elise guided me patiently from start to finish. She helped work with my budget and took care of all the little details I overlooked. She directed our rehearsal and big day from start to finish. I never had to look at the clock or ask someone what was next. She gave us a schedule so we knew what to expect. Her professional and warmth were so reassuring. She is one incredible woman! Our guests raved about the food, and there were even delicious options for my vegan and gluten free friends. My husband is a photographer, and he was nervous about indoor photos. The Biltmore has amazing lighting for photos! The entire day was magical. Everything was perfect from the moment I woke up in the bridal suit, to the end of the night when my husband and I walked into our honeymoon suit to find chocolates, champagne, and other goodies. Overall, the venue was elegant, unique, accommodating, professional, and something that my guests and I will remember for years to come.

eception 62 years ago! It’s a classic. The hotel decorates for the holidays at the beginning of November so it made for great photos! We took pictures on the grand staircase. We had our ceremony on the 18th floor right by the windows. It was perfect! Our guests were blown away by the views! Cocktail hour on one side of the ballroom and dinner on the other side. Elise is the senior wedding coordinator and she is awesome! Since we had a small guest list we took full advantage of the space. We had a coffee/hot cocoa/dessert station and a candy station and the displays were beautiful. The food was hot and delicious and the staff was on point! The team of Missy, Roland, Carmine, Kim, Meagan, Dan, David took great care of us, our families are still raving about it! It was the perfect day! A lot of my family and friends booked rooms at the hotel for the weekend. They loved the rooms especially the bigger ones with separate sitting area. I highly recommend you consider this gem for your special day or event!

o smooth. All the guests had nothing but positive things to say. The staff were friendly and all of them seemed eager to help out in any way they could. If youre trying to pick between some other venue and the biltmore, then stop and choose this one!!!

forget it! Not to mention, it was a Nor’easter rain storm, but it didn’t even matter! All our pictures had to be taken inside, but with such a beautiful venue they came out amazing. I can’t say enough good things about The Providence Biltmore!

was GORGEOUS and honestly our favorite part of our wedding night was coming back and soaking in the huge tub in the bathroom with the bottle of champagne the hotel left in the room for us - such a nice thought!! The brunch was delicious and had such a beautiful view on the 18th floor. More people showed up than expected but the staff didn’t miss a beat and grabbed another table and more chairs to accommodate. I cannot say enough about our experience - our guests were so happy! Thank you to Kristina and all the staff! Such a perfect weekend!!!

rytale. They provided a grand tasting months before our wedding and we got to try mostly everything which was amazing. We also got to bring our parents along so that helped tremendously. The offer a flambe which is served at dessert time and it basically is dinner and a show. You don't see that at many other wedding venues. It is something our guests still talk about!! We worked with Jennifer Lorenzo and she was absolutely fantastic every step of the way. With providing every piece of information from the very the beginning, to being so responsive with her emails every time I needed her she was there! She is so organized and made me feel calm and so much better in my times of wedding panic. This venue worked so well with our vendors too. Our wedding day ran so smoothly thanks to Jennifer Lorenzo and the Providence Biltmore.

h, her attention to detail and organization made meetings with her productive yet exciting. She was thorough and insightful, both very important traits when deciding what to include for your wedding day. We quickly grew to trust Jennifer completely throughout the process (which is pretty hard to do as a Type A personality bride like myself). There was no task too big or too small to ask of Jennifer. In fact, Jennifer and Michael organized a champagne toast on the Terrace for us with views of the city before our rehearsal dinner, which they effortlessly put together last minute! Jennifer and Michael truly work with you at every step of the way, no matter what. Andrew, from valet and our bellhop for our stay, carefully handled our bags and was very attentive throughout our whole stay. He helped us gather all of our belongings after the wedding too. He was attentive, even reminding us of some important items we otherwise would have left behind. He was professional and went above and beyond. Our wedding was absolutely stunning from table service to food, 5 stars and top notch. Roland waited on us and was superb. He took care of us from the start of cocktail hour all the way into our breakfast the next morning, constantly checking in and making sure we had everything we needed. Roland treated us like family, and with a big Greek wedding, we would not have had it any other way. He truly made our wedding perfect. Long story short, we are so glad we chose the Biltmore for our wedding and recommend it in a heart beat!

d up any confusion my wife and I had very quickly. She was a consummate professional. The food was delicious and their list of preferred vendors round out fantastic service. Our guests loved the block of rooms we reserved and our bridal suite was fantastic. Highly recommended. You have nothing to stress over when booking at the Biltmore.

rge menu selection and the food is excellent. Elise was amazing to work with. She is patient, kind, knowledgeable, and very responsive to questions /emails. My husband I feel very thankful to have worked with Elise to plan our wedding. She made sure our special day was exactly what we wanted and that everything ran smoothly.

ul. She is truly the best in RI and is such a pleasure to work with. I must have asked her millions of questions, all of which she responded to within minutes and always with such grace and ease. She is incredibly organized, patient, kind, humble, experienced and just such a calm and wonderful person! I feel so lucky to have been graced with her expertise and recommend the Biltmore and Elise to anyone on the wedding venue hunt...you will NOT be disappointed! There really aren’t enough words to describe how amazing she is at her job, she truly cares about her brides and grooms and makes their day absolutely perfect!! When we arrived at the Biltmore for our reception, I felt so calm when I saw Elise waiting for us by the door. I have complete confidence in her and trusted her completely. We arrived later than planned due to traffic into Providence, but she very professionally and smoothly changed our photo timelines and blocked off the grand staircase and terrace for photos and made sure Brendan and I had hourderves waiting for us in he grand ballroom for photos. I am truly blown away at her organization and professionalism. Let’s talk about the food, amaaaazing! All of our guests said how much they loved the food and how wonderful of a time they had! Brendan and I found it difficult to eat dinner since we were having too much fun mingling and dancing, and a staff member seeked me out and asked if we wanted to eat our dinners or have them sent to our room when we were ready later. I just loved that and we chose to have or meals later in the evening in our room :) Crystal, Paula and Kristina were super helpful with the room blocks and even extended our room block a few days past the date since we forgot to get on our guests to book their rooms :) Sara was just a pleasure to work with as well on the day of our wedding! She is very attentive and professional and helped our wedding reception flow beautifully and perfectly! There were no hiccups during our wonderful day which goes to show just how amazing the providence Biltmore and it’s staff truly are! If you are looking for the best venue in RI and want the best staff, look no further! The Biltmore far exceeded my expectations and we had the most magical and perfect wedding!!! The only downfall was how quickly the day went due to the amazing amount of fun!! Thank you Providence Biltmore for giving us our dream wedding!!!

torical nature of the hotel in downtown Providence, and the staff (particularly Elise) are absolute experts who handled everything with professionalism and class. We had countless questions which they answered with ease, and coordination on the day of was seamless by Elise and the events manager Michael and his assistant. Our cocktail hour on the third floor terrace was beautiful, and the waitstaff even saved some hors d'ouvres just for the bride and groom so we were sure to eat before we started the reception. Countless guests raved about the food and beauty of the venue. Those considering the Biltmore should note that the hotel has been sold and will be renamed and rebranded as the Providence Graduate in 2019. This did not affect our wedding, but the renovations may impact future couples. The staff was transparent and kept us informed about the future plans (as we had booked before the sale), so do not be afraid to consider the venue and ask the staff any questions you might have.

must have changed the layout of the reception room a thousand times before we settled on a placement. She took her time and humored us, never once complaining. The final product was something out of a dream. She recommended vendors, all of whom were absolutely perfect for the occasion. We were late to rehearsal, and our officiant had to leave, but she was there to walk us through the ceremony. She printed programs for us on the day of, after my bride-to-be and I stayed up all night trying to figure it out without success. Putting it bluntly, Elise is a miracle worker. Anyone would be lucky to have her assist in planning their day. The Biltmore is a beautiful location, and the staff are all just as kind and helpful as Elise. If you're looking for a place to book your wedding or reception, book it at The Biltmore.

ring cocktail hour and dinner was incredible. The Balcony was such a glamorous spot for cocktail hour. The Garden Room was the PERFECT size for our 100 guest wedding - great dance floor size, not too crowded, room for our dessert table, bar, late night sliders, everything! Valet was perfectly friendly and helpful to all of our guests. They know what they're doing at the Providence Biltmore, and that is all I could ask for. Thank you!!

to exactly how I wanted it and the second I got to the venue I realized that it was like a fairy tale. The grand ball room was UNBELIEVABLE. I felt like a princess. She even went out of her way to surprise me with upgraded chairs for a few small hotel room issues, but that was the least of my concerns once I saw how beautifully she set everything up. I can not express how happy I am that I had my wedding reception at the Biltmore. The food was so tasty and displayed very nicely and they did an awesome job setting up my donut table display, I got so many compliments! They did a wonderful job, were very very helpful and friendly throughout the whole night and even into the morning!! I would recommend this hotel 1 million times! Thank you so much to all employees that helped make my day the BEST DAY EVER!!

, Senior Catering Sales Manager, during our initial visit and were very impressed with her from the start. We had our ceremony in the Garden Room, located on the 2nd floor. When we first booked our wedding , we could not be guaranteed this room for the ceremony, it still could have been booked for another wedding on the same night. Luckily the Garden Room did not get booked for another wedding, and was available for our ceremony. (This was a bit nerve-racking because we didn’t know the ceremony location/time until much further down the road). The Garden Room is beautiful on its own, minimal decorations/flowers were needed. We had 210 guests and they were able to comfortably fit in this room for the ceremony. After the ceremony we headed up to the 17th floor for our cocktail hour in the L'Apogee Room. The transition from the 2nd to 17th floor was slow and there was a pretty big back-up. Due to the backup on the elevators the line to the bar wasn’t bad because guests were arriving in waves. The passed hors d'oeuvres were delicious. Minimal decorations were required. The reception was in the Grand Ballroom on the 17th floor. We had 21 guest tables setup in the room, and still had a good size dance floor. The food was delicious. The lobster chowder was very “New England”. We went with the extra options of the champagne pop and the flambé presentation, both were definitely worth it! The flambé is really fun and so unique, the waiters circle the ballroom with their "fire" trays! We had a waiter assigned to us for the night, he was great, made sure we always had a drink and that we were getting back to our seats to eat our food too. (It was so helpful) We did have a few wedding crashers during the reception. We knew this was a possibility since there isn’t any security setup to stop people from walking into the elevator and just going up to the 17th floor. We held a brunch in the L’Apogee Room the morning after the wedding for guests staying at the hotel. It was buffet style and the food was delicious. Some Items To Note: The Biltmore was sold after we had already booked our wedding. This did cause cancellation issues for guests that had booked their rooms with Hilton points. There is a wedding prelude event in the winter that all summer brides/grooms + 4 guests are invited to attend. This gave us the opportunity to taste many of the food options from the menu before picking our final selections. We did find the room booking process frustrating. The booking link had rate issues and date restrictions. Our first room block filled up quickly, yet I was not notified. I would have preferred they were more proactive in communicating that the block was full and asking if they should open up a second block of rooms. Wedding Welcome Bags distributed to hotel guests are not handed out at check-in, instead they are delivered to the hotel guest rooms for a per bag delivery fee. The glass elevators in the lobby made for a perfect first look location. We took several pictures on the outside terrace, the backdrop is beautiful. Elise was always very organized which made me feel comfortable handing off all of my wedding "stuff" and having her set it up the way I had envisioned.

extraordinarily quick time, and was always flexible, calm, and extremely articulate and clear with explanations. We enjoyed our time with her and she gave us tremendous confidence for our day. We see the Biltmore as a very special and unique place. It provides a lovely cocktail space and gorgeous, character rich ballroom overlooking Providence with convenience of guest rooms an elevator ride away. But it’s not just the building that makes it special, the service provided by the staff starting with our very first visit through working out details after our wedding day, has made it a real delight. Our guests experienced this and so did we. We are incredibly thankful to the Biltmore for making our day so beautiful, enjoyable, special and fun! All of the staff we worked with were accommodating and went the extra mile. We highly recommend the Biltmore.

the ambiance created by such an elegant historical property. Roland, our attendant for the evening, was wonderful- he helped us with formalities timing, made sure we ate, and did everything he could to ensure that we had a wonderful time. Elise, Jennifer, and the entire team helped us to create the best day of our lives. Many thanks to all!

this venue beyond our expectations, but Elise and the team at the Biltmore were the most supportive and involved wedding team I could have asked for. I grew up in RI but now live in NY and as you can imagine, planning a wedding living 3 hours away can sometimes be a challenge. I can't tell you how many times I would email Elise with one off questions and she always got back to me timely and knew exactly how to answer my questions. Not only was she incredibly supportive, but she also made sure our vendors were all aligned in making our day perfect. On the day of the wedding, she was with the entire night, and her and her staff really made Justin and I feel like a King and Queen. I had a stress free day knowing the final details and decor was in the hands of Elise. Besides the service and support, the food was OUTSTANDING. I can't express how many compliments my husband and I received over the food from the cocktail hour right down to the flambe presentation (must have). I would choose her and the Biltmore over and over again. Thank you to the staff at the Biltmore and especially Elise, you truly made sure our day PERFECT.

still manages to feel intimate and with the uplighting it looked stunning. The wedding party and many of the guests stayed for the weekend . Barstools for makeup and hair to the suite? No problem. Extra trash can, champagne glasses, a rollaway bed ? Done. The wedding guests are still telling me how amazing it was. It was the perfect venue, and my daughter and her husband had the wedding of their dreams for what I felt was a more than reasonable price. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants a chic city setting in a beautiful historic hotel.

The servers were so accomodating, they even brought my Husband and I a plate of our passed apps and champagne when we got to the cocktail hour late! They definitely nailed our wedding!

ectly. The rehearsal was set up so everyone knew what to do. The cocktail hour, all of the food was hot and cooked to perfection and the reception went off without a single mishap. My daughter told me the next day that her entire wedding was beyond her dreams. That, to me, said it all. Thank you for making this a perfect evening.

e. Granted, the idea terrified me. But four years later, we wanted to book a place. We started looking two years prior to when we wanted to marry and the Biltmore remained in our minds. Finally, we visited and booked it. Elise and her amazing team were so encouraging throughout the entire day and the planning process. The tables were perfect. The lighting was perfect. My guests are still raving about the food. I ran a restaurant for a few years and all of our industry peers and friends were there. Working at a steakhouse, we know a great steak. And everyone raves about the food to this day. The day went off without a hitch. Not once did they miss a beat. Every allergy was accounted for. Truly, the best day of my life.

iltmore on July 1, 2017 and it truly was the best day of my life. I can't say enough good things about the Biltmore! Elise and the staff are absolutely amazing. Originally my wedding was booked at a DIFFERENT venue (not by choice) which turned into an absolute nightmare and literally 3 months before my wedding I called Elise, basically IN TEARS And explained the situation... and miraculously, she had my date available and literally moved mountains so that we were able to stay within budget and still have our dream wedding! (That is not an exaggeration) she was so patient and accommodating. There was not one flaw the entire day/night And if we needed anything Elise was right there. The food and service was beyond outstanding. The filet was cooked to perfection and everything came out hot and fresh! crystal was so helpful with setting up a block of rooms To accommodate our guests. Everyone at the Biltmore went above and beyond they were even kind enough to save my wedding cake for several days because I left without it lol . I'm so happy we were able to have our wedding at there. It truly was the best day of our lives! We love you Elise!!!!!

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walked us through everything with ease. Little did we know how wonderful she would be throughout the wedding planning process from start to finish. Her response to my many emails was super quick with every question answered and every reassurance given. The wedding was held last Friday, during the National Governor's Conference. We would never have known that anything other than our wedding was happening! The Providence Biltmore was an amazing venue for this special day.... the ceremony was held in the Garden Room, which was elegant beyond measure. Cocktails were served in L'Apogee on the 17th floor with an amazing view of the city... the appetizers and drinks were excellent! The reception was held in the Grand Ballroom... and there is a reason they call it "Grand". It felt like a fairy tale... there are insufficient words for the atmosphere. Everyone raved about every dinner course and the wait staff was spot on! Thank you Elise and Michael for a wonderful and stress-free experience.

t with Elise to the event date she made the process very easy ! We can't thank her and the entire staff for a fantastic job !!!!!!!!!!!

orry free day. Everything was absolutely perfect! Thank you!!

sic Rhode Island spot. Our guests are still raving about the event, and it was, without questions, the most wonderful day and night of our lives. We cannot say enough good things!

yond to make sure your day is special. We would highly recommend having your wedding reception at the Biltmore. You will not be disappointed! Our guests said the food was the best they have had at a wedding. The ballroom was gorgeous and the staff was super friendly. We could really see how well prepared they were and experienced with planning weddings.

ate professional. We were on a tight timeline but her professionalism and calm demeanor kept me calm and I never doubted that we would have a wonderful day. We had the ceremony on the rooftop terrace with the cocktail hour following the ceremony. The passed hors d'oeuvres were delicious and the backdrop of the sunset over Providence was perfect. Our dinner reception for 160 guests was held in the Garden Ballroom. An elegant venue that comfortably held all our guests, dance floor, and band. A perk to having the Garden Ballroom was full access to the mezzanine level of the hotel where guests could have a drink and mingle. The dinner was absolutely delicious and everyone I've spoken with has said the service for their table was impeccable. I recently got the professional photo album and all the photos came out great - the stunning sunset, the elegant chandeliers in the Garden Ballroom, and the classic Art Deco staircase in the main lobby of the hotel were perfect backdrops to capturing our wedding. A bonus to having the wedding at the Providence Biltmore was the full-service spa at the hotel. We had massages the morning of the wedding and were able to get our hair and makeup done right there. If you are looking for a stress-free planning experience for yourself and an elegant and memorable evening for your guests, do not hesitate in booking the Providence Biltmore. My only regret is that I did not book them 18 months in advance and have the pleasure of working with Elise the entire time leading up to my wedding.

ithout her. She had the patience of a saint and made the entire day flow seamlessly. We had a large party (around 225) and the Grand Ballroom was the perfect size (we also had a band). Everyone raved about the cocktail hour food (I highly recommend getting the bruschetta bar station) and the flambe presentation (waiters serving desserts on fire) was the perfect touch to end the night. My husband and I met at Providence College and wanted to get married in Providence but we both lived in NYC during the engagement/planning process. Neither of us had family/friends in the city to help either. What could have been a nightmare was made much easier with Elise's help. She gave frank advice when I asked for it and I always felt I was getting a genuine opinion - something I value greatly. No time for BS. Because everyone was from out of town, we had a rather large room block (around 80+ rooms) and it was the same weekend as Rhode Island Comicon so the city was filled to capacity. Crystal in booking also had endless patience for all of my questions (and my mom's) and was always willing to take the time for my (numerous) emails making sure everyone had a room. We also did our hair/makeup at the Biltmore - the spa offered a discount for having the wedding there and they were AMAZING. Flawless makeup and everyone's hair lasted all day - my mom loved her hair so much that she wants to travel from the Philly area up to RI to start getting her hair done with Jessica. They dealt with nine wedding party members with hangovers, a shy flower girl and two moms all with great humor and ease. We set up a table in the salon and brought our own drinks/food and it made for a great morning. End of the day, I wish I could give the Biltmore something higher than 5 stars and everyone from the valet service to front desk to the bartenders in McCormick and Schmicks to wedding wait staff to all the behind the scenes people - A++ job. Thank you so much!!! If the Biltmore is one of your options for your venue, definitely go for it - you won't regret it.

ew they had made a perfect selection as soon as I entered the stunning lobby. The aesthetics are beautiful. The first thing your eyes see when you enter is a gorgeous staircase, glass elevator and a breathtaking Austrian chandelier. This historic, iconic hotel showed its true glory. It was apparent that it had been completely renovated to " keep up with modern times" but still retained its " Gatsby style " glamour and charm. A unique setting indeed and it felt right for them. The ceremony was supposed to take place on The Terrace but due to inclement weather, Plan B was quickly implemented by Elise. "The Garden Room" looked like a chapel and the setting was beautiful. At the cocktail reception guests had an array of delicious appetizers throughout L' Apogee and the Mezzinine. The panoramic views of the lit up city skyline of Providence at night was spectacular. The feeling was exciting with everyone socializing and I was in a sudden " New York State of Mind" like the innovative architects who designed this magnificent, historic hotel. The reception was held in the "Grand Ballroom" which was truly captivating when you entered. The Ballroom was elegant and enchanting ....... And it was indeed grand and regal. WOW ! So many of the guests have contacted us to say how beautiful the wedding was and that the food and service were outstanding. It seemed that every room and area had a different, unique vibe. I cannot say enough about Elise who helped make the planning process throughout such a pleasant experience. No question or concern was ever disregarded and her response time is amazing. Elise is a true professional. It is evident by her displayed abilities and the way that she performs her job that it's " in her blood". What a destresser for any bride ! She has a calming demeanor but is extremely proficient at what she does with the entire event. The wedding rehearsal went so well and no one felt rushed. Elise made everyone feel assured and comfortable with practicing. Even the vendors smile when you say the venue is at the PB. Elise went above and beyond to accommodate everyone's hopes and wishes and worked through any " unexpected moments" with ease and without incident. The Post Wedding Breakfast was a great way to end our stay at the hotel. Kudos to Elise, Michael ( you are super ) and the entire Providence Biltmore staff for making the wedding a magical, fairy tale memory.

r gone to! For us a dream come true! Thank you Prov Biltmore:)

wedding. It was easy planning my wedding with the Biltmore.

gaged and then newly married couple could ask for. Our day was perfect, the food was phenomenal, and we wish we could relive the day over and over again. If you are looking for a location that boasts glamour, professionalism, and the most friendly staff the Biltmore is your wedding location!!

hotel were fabulous, including the guest rooms, mezzanine, Garden room and the spectacular Ball Room. I could not be happier or have asked for more

ive to my emails and so helpful with any requests. the only issue i can think of is that a lot of rooms (including my grooms) had a big issue with the AC in their rooms but that didn't affect my amazing wedding. the biltmore literally made it the best night EVER.

g any question (no matter how big or how small) quickly and offering guidance and assistance as well. Elise had great recommendations for vendors for chair rentals and our wedding cake which I otherwise likely wouldn't have found. Our guests raved about the food as well as the overall service and venue. Most of our guests were from Massachusetts and we wanted to give them a different experience for a wedding besides the suburban country clubs or overpriced hotels in Boston. Despite a late addition of a city wide arts festival tying up traffic and causing some street closures on the day of our wedding, the day was an absolute dream thanks to Elise and her team. I would recommend this venue to anyone looking for a truly professional wedding venue that has seen it all, done it all, and knows it all but still is able to give couples a truly unique experience and unforgettable day.

valet staff, front desk staff, waitstaff, bartenders and every member of the hotel staff we came into contact with worked so hard to make sure our day was perfect, and it truly was. The food was incredible, and our guests could not stop complimenting us on the professionalism of the staff, the delicious food, and the beauty of the hotel. I would recommend the Biltmore to anyone considering having their wedding in downtown Providence. It is a wonderful place with caring and hard-working staff who will give you 200% to make sure your day is as special as can be. Thank you to the Biltmore for making our day one we will never forget!

he aesthetics of the lobby, stairway, and mezzanine only scratch the service of what the Providence Biltmore has to offer. If anything, they can be defined as symbolic of the first-class service you will receive from Caitlin and Elise throughout your wedding planning process. We got married in the recently renovated Garden Ballroom. With that, our guests were allowed to utilize not only the beautiful ballroom, but also the entire mezzanine for the night. We’ve received a countless amount of feedback from our guests, telling us how much they loved the fact that they were free to spread out throughout the entire mezzanine, rather than being confined to one room for the night. The service provided by the wait staff was reminiscent of being at a 5 star restaurant. The room was se