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The Colony Club Detroit

4.9
(116)best-of-weddings

2310 Park Ave, Detroit, MI

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Beautiful Ballrooms

The Colony Club Detroit is a country club wedding venue located in Detroit, MI. Set in the heart of the city, this property offers a spectacular backdrop for newlyweds-to-be who want to celebrate their day in style. Couples who choose to host their nuptials here can expect remarkable surroundings, incredible cuisine, and a team of professional staff who will work to make your dream day come to life. The Colony Club Detroit offers a plethora of event spaces for weddings and special occasions. The Grand Ballroom is ideal for large events, accommodating up to 350 guests. This room boasts truly spectacular decor that is sure to delight and surprise couples and guests alike. It offers intricately painted soaring ceilings and large curved windows that allow light to flood the space, along with magnificent chandeliers. Timeless carvings adorn the walls, offering a remarkable backdrop for wedding portraits. Those who are hosting a more intimate event can avail of the Petite Ballroom, which can accommodate 120 people for ceremonies and receptions. The Colony Club Detroit offers a myriad of options for newlyweds-to-be who are planning their special day. All-inclusive packages are available, which include a range of banquet necessities, including china, barware, chairs, and glassware. Cuisine can be provided by the talented on-site team of staff, who can offer hors d'oeuvres, plated meals. Tastings are available in advance, allowing you to sample different dishes and select your favorite flavors. Premium bar services also include beer, liquor, wine, and champagne. Dedicated staff will be on-hand to assist you throughout your event, taking care of delivery, setup, and cleanup.

Amenities + Details

Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Covered Outdoors Space
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Guest Capacity
300+
Settings
Ballroom, Estate, Historic Venue
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks, Cakes & Desserts, Food & Catering, Planning, Rentals & Equipment, Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
Hall of Fame2022 Best of Weddings Winner2020 Best of Weddings Winner2018 Best of Weddings Winner2017 Best of Weddings Winner2013 Best of Weddings Winner2012 Best of Weddings Winner

The Colony Club Detroit Reviews

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Reviewed On 6/26/2022 by Kelly C
We had our wedding at the Colony Club on June 10, 2022, and it exceeded our expectations. It is such a beautiful venue that I knew I wanted to have our reception there even before we got engaged. Everyone we worked with at the Colony Club made ...
it that much better. We worked with Amber for our planning, and she answered all of our questions and was open to any special requests we wanted to make. Nathalie was our Venue Manager, and she was there the whole night to make sure everything went according to plan. I cannot recommend this place enough. All of our guests commented on how beautiful the venue was and how good their food was.
Reviewed On 6/12/2022 by Chandra S
The Colony Club hosted our absolute dream wedding on 5/28/22! The venue is just beautiful, the food was AMAZING, and the staff were on their A game. The planning process with Jamie was so smooth, she was quick and easy to get in contact with, a...
nd answered all of my millions of questions. Preston was our day of venue manager and he was wonderful himself! Everything was set up exactly how I planned and the day and timeline went absolutely perfect. We could not be happier with choosing the Colony Club as our venue.
Reviewed On 3/06/2022 by Hayley M
The colony club was the PERFECT venue. They made it so easy, Jaime was amazing the entire time, always answered all of my questions and I never felt annoying (lol). My day of coordinator Nathalie was also wonderful and guided us through the ent...
ire day. There is not one negative thing I could say about the colony club, highly recommended. If i could make it 6 stars I would.
Reviewed On 1/31/2022 by Jackie P
All I can say is WOW! We knew from the second we walked in the doors that we wanted to be married at the Colony Club. The architecture and beauty of the venue captured our hearts immediately. If you want to feel like an absolute Disney princess...
, this is the place to be! We had our ceremony on the 4th floor and the reception in the 3rd-floor ballroom. From the second we signed the contract, to the moment the party ended, the Colony Club staff has been everything we could've wanted and MORE! We were originally supposed to get married in July 2021 but had postponed to January 2022 due to Covid. The Colony Club was nothing but accomodating for any change or request we had. The food was phenomenal, even better than at the tasting. We received nothing but compliments from our guests on the service, food, and the absolute beauty of the venue. The venue managers, Nathalie and Preston, went ABOVE AND BEYOND to make sure our day was perfect. I can honestly say I do not regret hiring a day-of coordinator because the Colony Club staff made sure every detail was perfect, and that our timeline was executed to a tee. Everyone always tells you that something will go wrong on your wedding day, and I can say with confidence that that was not the case on our day. It was as picture-perfect as can be. I am so thankful we chose the Colony Club!!!
Reviewed On 1/04/2022 by Kelsey C
When we first walked into the Colony Club while touring venues, both my (then) fiance and my eyes completely lit up and we knew this was where we had to get married. The ballroom is breathtakingly beautiful, and so perfectly laid out to maxim...
ize both the couple and the guests' enjoyment of the space; dancing is central and spacious, you feel close to all of your guests (we truly had no bad tables we were worried about), and the bars and other activities/amenities (photo booth, guest book, restrooms, etc) were so easy to get to for our guests. We were so impressed with the venue, but even more impressed by the superb service that the Colony Club gives to its couples from start to wedding day. We worked with wonderful coordinators at the Colony Club, who seamlessly worked with our own day of coordinator to make our reception perfect with absolutely no added stress on me or the groom. All of the details were exactly as we imagined them, all of our vendors were set up on time, and all of the wait staff at the Colony Club was top notch. Not too mention the food - which is incredible. We got SO many compliments from our guests about their meals (and I was so glad I got to eat my full meal!) The service is so exceptional, the bride and groom even have their own server during the night - you are able to eat when you want, and never have to send any of your friends to the bar for you :) A small detail we weren't expecting, that made our night that much easier to enjoy!!
Reviewed On 11/30/2021 by Kenzie T
When we toured the Colony Club it was September 2019 and at that time the earliest Saturday they had available was October 9, 2021. To say we lucked out is an understatement especially as there was no way we could have known the effect Covid-19...
would have in 2020 and on. Throughout the planning and coordination experience we had four different event managers, which is understandable given the circumstances with Covid-19, but the details and planning NEVER got lost or miscommunicated. It was seamless and we are so appreciative for the professionalism and communication with Jamie & Jake - especially their patience with all my anxious emails in the weeks leading up to our day. We had complete faith with the team at the Colony Club to make sure all of our details were executed and they absolutely delivered. On the wedding day, our guests could not stop talking about the food, the service, and the beauty of the space. We cannot recommend the Colony Club and their team enough!
Reviewed On 11/29/2021 by Nellie J
The best venue; the best service. Not only does the colony club look like something from a Disney movie, but the service was beyond exceptional. My wedding was delayed for 1.5 years due to covid, and the colony club was extremely accommodating ...
and patient. I appreciated how diligent, punctual, and professional everyone was. Everyone constantly communicated and addressed my every concern and question. My wedding day went so smoothly because of the colony club. Every detail, every aspect of the wedding reception was executed to perfection. I didn’t have to worry about anything. They’re super reliable and thorough and detail oriented. I can’t stress how amazing the service was - from the venue manager to every single person on the staff the night of my wedding - they fully executed their roles perfectly. My wedding was what it sad because of the colony club and I will forever be grateful for how amazing, efficient, reliable, exceptional, and responsibly they were. This is the best venue to have a wedding. It is so beautiful; it looked like something from a fairytale. Special shout-out to Nicole and Jessica -they were so kind, reliable, detail-oriented, and ensured everything went smoothly.
Reviewed On 11/02/2021 by Kathy R
My son and daughter-in-law got married here, 2 weeks ago. The venue is beautiful and am sure their pictures will not be able to do it justice. The food was delicious. The staff were over the top! Very attentive and eager to make sure we wer...
e well taken care of. We were here for another wedding this past weekend and the staff remembered my family and I! They were just as amazing the 2nd time around!
Reviewed On 7/07/2021 by Patrick M
***OPEN WEDDING DATE*** November 26th, 2021 (Friday after Thanksgiving) Includes: Cocktails at 6pm in 1st floor lobby then the 3rd floor ballroom as the final venue. My wedding fell through so I would love for someone to be able to take over...
that date! Text me for details on costs or any questions about taking that date. 248 804 0305 Thanks!
Reviewed On 6/20/2021 by Laura J
The Colony Club was the absolute perfect venue for us. They were incredibly helpful from our tour in the very beginning to the very last minute of our reception. Not only is it a gorgeous venue, the service is top notch. We worked with Alex for...
our planning and Bertha for our “day of” and they were so happy to help with anything they could. Being one of the first normal weddings after covid, everyone was just excited to be there! The tasting is so much fun and the food at the actual wedding surpassed the tasting! Everyone talked about how delicious the food was at our post-wedding brunch. I cannot share enough how grateful I am to The Colony Club for creating the wedding of my dreams. It was truly perfect in every way!!
Reviewed On 12/11/2019 by Brooke H
We had my daughter's wedding and reception at the Colony Club and it was fabulous from beginning to end. Working with Alex was a delight as she made the whole process so easy. The venue is gorgeous, the service was impeccable and the food was d...
elicious. There was not one thing that didn't go well the entire evening. Bertha and Caitlin the night of the wedding took care of everything for us so all we had to do was enjoy!
Reviewed On 10/30/2019 by Teresa W
If I could give the Colony Club over 5 stars, I would. From our very first site visit with The Colony Club, we knew it was where we wanted to have our wedding reception. The Colony Club third floor ballroom is absolutely stunning, with beautifu...
l chandeliers and gold ornate details throughout the room, and tall floor-to-ceiling windows with beautiful draping. Our family and friends were blown away by how gorgeous the Colony Club was! Our day was perfect and that’s all thanks to the staff at the Colony Club! Samantha was an absolute pleasure working with throughout the whole wedding process! Not only was she knowledgeable, but she was very responsive throughout the whole wedding planning process! Molly was our event manager and she did a phenomenal job making sure everything ran smoothly. They were so kind as to let our vendors arrive early to set-up. The food was so delicious and the service was attentive! I would HIGHLY recommend having your wedding at the Colony Club. I would also recommend booking as early as possible to secure your date as this is a popular venue!! So worth it! Thank you so much to everyone at the Colony Club for making our day so memorable and perfect!
Reviewed On 10/22/2019 by Trish Z
If you are a bride and groom, do yourself a favor and book the Colony Club now! I got married on Friday and it was an absolute fairy-tale thanks to the team at the Colony Club. The Venue itself is breathtaking. My guests were blown away that a ...
place like that even exists in Detroit. From the architecture and up lighting to the bar set up and food, the night was flawless and talked about for days following. What really made it all perfect though was the staff. Prior to our wedding we worked with Samantha for booking and planning. She was extremely accommodating and answered all our questions. We were assigned Molly as our week and day of wedding coordinator and she was like Jennifer Lopez from the movie, The Wedding Planner. When I needed a Bobby pin, she popped out of no where with a bridal first aid kit. When my groom’s party were on the run, she organized us. She answered late night emails the week leading up to the wedding and completely eased and stressors I had. Overall it was a 5 star experience and I wish I could relive the day over and over.
Reviewed On 9/11/2019 by Priya P
The best place for a reception. We had our reception on the 4th floor, and it was perfect for ~120 guests. The staff was extremely helpful the entire night and went out of their way to make sure we were enjoying ourselves and eating and drinkin...
g. Our guests were RAVING about the food; generous portions but excellent quality, and amazing passed appetizers. We have zero complaints about this venue! It was stunning and the team was a dream to work with.
Reviewed On 6/11/2019 by michael h
The staff at Colony Club was wonderful! It is a very elegant venue and I could not be any happier with how everything turned out.
Reviewed On 5/17/2019 by Sara C
BEST wedding venue in Detroit! When my husband and I got engaged we both thought our wedding reception would be at my parent’s club which would have been beautiful, but we still wanted to look around at other venues to make sure we were picking...
a venue that was truly us. When I walked into the Colony Club third floor ballroom I got a feeling that this is where our reception should be, and my husband felt the same way. From the floors (we loved the wood floor since a lot of reception venues are carpet) to the ceiling (I absolutely loved all the gold) to the Chivari chairs to the food (we served filet and crab cakes and people could not stop raving) and to the amazing staff (Lauren was an awesome sales coordinator and Clara was a great day of) everything was PERFECT!! It meant a lot to my husband and me to show our guests downtown Detroit, since a lot were from out of town, and have our wedding reception in a truly historic building. I can not recommend the Colony Club enough. Everything was perfect, and Lauren at the Colony Club was there to make sure all of our needs were meet and even exceeded. If you are looking for a historic Detroit venue with an immense amount of character look no further. Our photos will truly be timeless with the gorgeous background of the Colony Club.
Reviewed On 3/30/2019 by Samantha C
Our entire experience with the Colony Club was exceptional! From the very first day when we toured the venue through the wedding they were so professional and accommodating. The venue itself is stunning, we had our ceremony and reception there ...
and the photos are gorgeous. The staff is incredible! We worked with Samantha leading up to the wedding and had Molly and Bertha for the day of. They made sure every detail was perfect and that everything went as smooth as possible. We had so many compliments on how beautiful the venue was, how attentive the staff was, and how delicious the food was. Thank you to the Colony Club staff for making our wedding perfect!
Reviewed On 3/12/2019 by Holly T
Where to begin! Let me start my saying- you will never regret choosing Colony Club for your wedding! The staff is amazing, the food is incredible, the scenic location has so many photo opportunities inside and outside of the venue, and you can'...
t beat the parking in downtown Detroit without paying for valet! The ballroom is stunning and the main lobby was absolutely perfect for cocktail hour. We have been told by each and every guest that our wedding was the most perfect wedding they'd ever been to- and we'd have to agree! :D We worked closely with Molly, who is absolutely wonderful! She is super friendly, professional and so knowledgeable. We were lucky enough to work with her from the first day we toured the venue to the night of our wedding reception! Molly listened to exactly what we wanted/needed, she executed our vision perfectly, and she was so fun to work with. Many wedding vendors are hard to get in contact with, but Molly was easy to get ahold of and answered all of our questions promptly. She is just awesome- could not have been happier to work with her! Thanks Colony Club!!
Reviewed On 1/16/2019 by Cortney S
AMAZING! All of my guest are still raving about our wedding venue. We had our ceremony and reception here and the day was perfect! The service was amazing from beginning to end. I highly recommend this venue!
Reviewed On 12/20/2018 by Meagan D
I knew I always wanted to have my reception here, but I never realized how much I was going to absolutely love it. Not enough good things can be said about this venue. The food was fantastic, my guests are all still raving about how beautiful t...
he ballroom is. The staff were amazing to work with during the planning process and the night of. I would recommend this place to anyone and everyone!
Reviewed On 11/19/2018 by Trisha B
I could not say enough good things about the Colony Club. The appearance, the food, the staff - all of it was absolutely incredible! We've received SO many comments about how stunning the ballroom was and how delicious the food was - especially...
the appetizers! lol I know the main course is most important, but when you have hungry guests, cocktail hour is also important! As far as the staff goes, we worked with Samantha Stant to make sure every detail of the wedding was perfect, then we had Molly Ellenberger as the coordinator the day of the wedding. They were both extremely helpful. Samantha helped get everything set in place and Molly helped execute! I'd choose the Colony Club over and over again for our special day!
Reviewed On 10/23/2018 by Adrienne D
Exceptional venue! Clara, our day of coordinator, was so amazing and helpful to all our needs. All the girls in the office were wonderful as well, and always on point making sure to guide you every step of the way. We had the 4th floor ballroom...
for 120 people, and it was perfect! We couldn’t have asked for a better day, and a better place to say “I do!”
Reviewed On 10/22/2018 by Bridgette W
My husband and I married on Oct 14th of this year at the Colony Club and let me tell you, it was the best decision we made (well maybe the second best decision). For obvious reasons, the venue is just exquisite. What you dont see in pictures is...
how well the staff treats not only you but your guests. I have had so many people comment on how well they were treated and accommodated by their staff and how delicious the dinner was, it was just above our expectations. Thank you for helping with the best night of my life and my dream wedding!! Our event manager, Clara was just as sweet as can be and helped bring the night all together without me having to stress at all!!! Thank yall so much for everything that night!!!
Reviewed On 10/10/2018 by Rebecca K
Planning a wedding from out of town is never easy, but Samantha and the staff at The Colony Club put us at ease with their attentive service. We could not have asked for a more beautiful venue, nor a harder working staff. Molly, our wedding da...
y coordinator was pleasant, helpful, extremely accommodating and very efficient. The food was served hot and prepared to our liking. We truly could not have asked for more. I would highly recommend the Colony Club if you are looking for the perfect wedding venue.
Reviewed On 9/30/2018 by Malissa R
One of my best pals had their wedding here. It was so beautiful.
Reviewed On 9/04/2018 by Tatiana A
Our experience with the Colony Club was nothing short of perfection. There wasn’t a single hiccup in our night thanks to the amazing planning and execution carried out by their staff. We felt as though our wedding was the only event they were p...
lanning this year because of the amount of attention we received. Lauren and Clara were professional, prompt, resourceful and down to earth. We were so lucky to have them involved in our big day. Also, the Colony Club is arguably the most gorgeous venue in Detroit. It’s beauty is almost an afterthought, considering the how incredible the staff is. I can’t forget to mention that the food received compliments from the toughest reviewers and the bartenders executed our signature cocktails flawlessly.
Reviewed On 6/01/2018 by Brianne S
We loved Colony Club! OUr day was absolutely perfect!!! For us, this was an all-inclusive venue. While it is a bit pricey, in our opinions it saved us in other areas such as decor (the space is very ornate and doesn't require anything else to b...
e stunning, plus comes with the upgraded chairs that other venues upcharge for), and not needing a day of coordinator. Everyone we worked with was great and helpful! Our day went off without a hitch, thanks to Clara and the team at Colony Club. If I had one comment to make, I would say think hard if you want dinner service to start during speeches. When I was asked if this would be okay, I didn't have a problem with it, but in hindsight, it was a little disruptive. Perhaps it was because we had 4 speeches? Not saying it is anyone's fault, just that I was under the impression that only salads would be served, but they were serving dinner during speeches, etc so it became distracting.
Reviewed On 4/22/2018 by Nora K
Every single employee at the Colony Club is a star. They’re so kind, sweet, and really care about making your wedding or event the best experience possible. Lauren Kirk is absolutely fantastic and put me at ease throughout the entire wedding pr...
ocess. There was no task too big for her to take on. And Clara was amazing!! You get what you pay for here - a completely organized, perfectly run operation, and not to mention an insanely gorgeous venue.
Reviewed On 10/22/2017 by Lauren L
Our wedding was in May 2017 at the Colony Club. When I first walked in this place I was absolutely blown away. It was everything we wanted in a venue. Beautiful. Unique. Well Maintained. And it was affordable. I worked with several members of t...
he Colony Club team and they were all so wonderful. I first met with Ashley and then Lauren who was actually planning a wedding herself the day after ours (she gave me lots of good advice!) Lauren was very interested and cared about every detail to make sure our day was special. Our day of manager Rachelle, was a life saver. I had no idea what to expect on the day but she made sure everything went smoothly for us. I also received MANY compliments on the food (especially the filet!). I HIGHLY recommend the Colony Club. The venue itself and the staff are incredible. Thank you Colony Club!
Reviewed On 10/19/2017 by Stacey S
Unbelievable venue. Whatever you have dreamt up for your wedding, this venue can exceed that. We are still getting texts and phone calls from family and friends raving about the incredible beauty, delicious food and exceptional service. Our pla...
nner, Samantha, and day of coordinator, Molly, were outstanding throughout the entire process. They remembered details that we had overlooked and kept our minds at ease. The staff was attentive and we felt extremely special. This venue and its staff exceeded our every expectation and we are forever grateful!
Reviewed On 10/17/2017 by Amanda E
Working with The Colony Club was amazing! Lauren was an incredible rep to work with, she answered all of my questions, was always available, and kept all the secrets I was surprising my husband with. Katie was our day of event manager and she w...
as also amazing! She helped make everything run smoothly, checked in on me, my husband, and my Mom regularly, and it seemed like things happened magically all night. The food was also incredible - we got so many compliments!
Reviewed On 10/11/2017 by Katherine W
The colony club and the staff were absolutely fantastic! We didn’t have a single problem from the day we booked our wedding. We worked with Lauren and Katelyn and both of them were extremely responsive, often returning emails within an hour. Th...
e staff was flexible with our timeline when our ceremony went longer than expected and everything went so smoothly the day of our wedding. We received so many complements from guests about it being the most beautiful wedding they have ever been to. And of course, the food was amazing as well. A guest favorite was the prime rib, but we received compliments all night about the hors d’oeuvres and other meals as well. If you want everyone to be blown away at your wedding, you must contact the Colony Club!
Reviewed On 10/06/2017 by Christina P
The Colony Club is meant for that very special fairytale wedding you always dreamed of. It is by far the best venue ever! Our daughter Christina and Jeff celebrated their marriage last Friday it was the most magnificent wedding!!! I was fortu...
nate enough to have Lauren Kirk as our Event Manager, what a blessing she was. Lauren was incredible to work with throughout this entire process. We did this long distance so needless to say Lauren and her team were on top of every detail. What a pleasure to work with each and every one of them. I must recognize Chef George whose culinary expertise surpassed our expectations along with his big smile that made us feel there was never anything to worry about. Molly and Bertha the incredible day of the wedding duo that made sure not one thing went wrong, what loves they are. As Christina and Jeff exited the wedding ceremony they were greeted with Bertha's warm smile as she handed them champagne flutes to begin their night of celebration. It is all of these incredible gestures of love, kindness and warmth that this group of people showed to all of us that makes the Colony Club the place where dreams are made of...thanks to all of you from all of us...we love you!!
Reviewed On 10/02/2017 by Sarah B
This was the perfect location for our wedding! The whole team was super accommodating and helpful during the planning process and really allowed the day to go smoothly! Samantha and Molly were always available to answer my questions and they we...
re really on the ball!
Reviewed On 9/30/2017 by Amy Z
We had a phenomenal ceremony and reception at The Colony Club - it photographs beautifully. The food was also great, the staff was extremely helpful, and overall we felt that they every effort to accommodate our requests and prepare for our big...
day. However, it is an old venue and that comes with some compromises. One of the elevators was out of order for our wedding, forcing some of our guests to take the stairs. Additionally, the television in the groom's suite wasn't working at all and there was a significant delay in providing snacks to the bride and groom's suites before the ceremony. We were compensated with a complimentary wine pour for all guests, which does speak to how attentive and customer-service-focused the staff really is. Throughout the planning process they made an effort to consider our budget and work around our constraint, we never felt like they were being judgmental even though we were trying to stick to the minimum spending amount.
Reviewed On 8/24/2017 by Neal F
Buyer Beware! Although the Colony Club is a first-class venue I will tell anyone that is planning an event there to make sure you get everything you want in writing and constantly remind your sales person of these requests. We specifically aske...
d for two items, BOTH were spelled out in our contract and in our floor plan diagram and NEITHER one was done on our wedding night. Nicole the Managing Director said that it was OUR FAULT for not bringing it up with our senior sales manager (which we did numerous times). The event manager even agreed the night of the wedding that she was short staffed and couldn’t do what was requested. So… This became OUR problem, not theirs. You will love the setting and the food but execution to simple request outside of their “standard labor guidelines” don’t happen and then you get called a liar for asking for them.
Reviewed On 8/18/2017 by Melissa S
From the moment I saw the ballroom at the Colony Club, I knew it was the place I wanted to have our wedding and reception. I was a little nervous at first, as the sales agent I booked with left the company shortly thereafter. There were a few...
bumps in the road on the way—first, they only can accommodate tastings on Wednesday and Thursday evenings, no exceptions. My husband does not have a very flexible work schedule and we live in Chicago, so it was very difficult to attend, but we ended up being able to work things out. Also, like a lot of venues, you can get just about anything as long as you are willing to pay for it. We had them order specialty liquor (Pisco), which was expensive, but most venues will upcharge you. Despite this, I still gave them 5 stars because although it is on the more expensive side, they were really on top of things on our wedding day. Molly, our day-of coordinator, did a great job. We had both our ceremony and reception in the 3rd floor ballroom and the room flip was ultra efficient and seamless. We had so many compliments from our guests about how stunning the venue was and how wonderful the food was. The waiters are really attentive—I had 3-5 guests not inform us of food preferences or intolerances beforehand, and the chef accommodated everyone (vegan, gluten free, no shrimp, etc). Both parents tables and our sweetheart table had personal waiters who took impeccable care of us, bringing us drinks/food/cake the entire evening. The Colony Club really did a fabulous job and I would recommend them without hesitation.
Reviewed On 8/18/2017 by Danielle C
Working with the Colony Club was so simple. This vennue checked all my boxes right from the beginning. They take so much pride in making sure every detail is correct for your big day. We had many meetings over the 11 month planning period and t...
hey were very reachable via email with any questions or concerns. They provide a day of coordinator to help assist with all of the events the day of. Katie was our coordinator and she was incredible! There was a power outage the night before my wedding and the elevators were broken due to that. The Colony Club reported that to me as soon as they could and upgraded the wine and bar due to this incovience without even being asked for compensation. If that was the only thing to go wrong, fine by me! The staff helped those who needed it to the service elevator to avoid the stairs. The service and staff during the reception was top-notch. I highly recommend The Colony Club.
Reviewed On 8/07/2017 by Lauren L
THANK YOU Colony Club for helping to make out wedding the most amazing and perfect night! The email communication made everything so easy to plan, and everyone I worked with was amazing. Thank you Lauren for helping with all of the planning and...
to Mo for helping with the execution and making sure everything was flawless on the wedding night. We could not have made a better choice for our venue.
Reviewed On 7/30/2017 by Sabrina B
Our wedding day was absolutely perfect! Everyone we worked with since we toured this venue, to our actual wedding day was fantastic. The food was PHENOMENAL and the site is just gorgeous. If you plan on splurging and love Detroit, this is the p...
erfect place for you.
Reviewed On 7/09/2017 by Kelly P
We absolutely loved having our reception at the Colony Club. This is such a gorgeous downtown Detroit reception location. Everyone we worked with was so friendly and accommodating. The food was outstanding and we received so many compliments on...
the appetizers, dinner and the variety for the bar. We were able to add on bourbon and craft beer options which was great. We worked with both Ashley and Lauren as our coordinators and they were very quick to answer any big or small question I had. Bertha was our day of coordinator and I couldn't have asked for someone more detailed and happy to have along side us. We were blown away by the service from every person working. We didn't have a single problem from the day we booked our date. The combination of a gorgeous ballroom, excellent service and delicious food was exactly what we were looking for. Highly recommend!
Reviewed On 6/18/2017 by Rachel P
My husband and I recently held our wedding reception at the Colony Club and had an absolutely amazing experience. The planning process was seamless and the day of execution was perfect. We had nothing to worry about all evening. We highly recom...
mend this venue!
Reviewed On 6/16/2017 by Kim W
My husband and I held our ceremony and reception on June 4th at the Colony Club in the 4th Floor Ballroom. It was absolutely perfect - the food was great, the rooms were beautiful, service was excellent and it was all so organized. Everything w...
ent so smoothly thanks to the wonderful staff. Each detail was exactly - if not better - than I had imagined. During the planning stages, Lauren was so easy to work with and was so helpful with all of my questions. Bertha was our Event Manager and she was amazing, as well. I really have nothing bad to say and am just so thankful we chose to have our special day at the Colony Club.
Reviewed On 5/29/2017 by Heather K
We had our wedding reception in the 4th floor ballroom at The Colony Club on May 20, 2017. Everything was amazing. Lauren was very helpful in the planning stages and helped me to create my vision. She always answered my questions quickly and wa...
s patient with any requests or changes I had. Molly was the best during the reception. We had a few stressful moments and Molly kept everything on track. So many of my guests complimented how beautiful The Colony Club is and said that it was some of the best food they ever had. The service from the waitstaff and bartenders was excellent. Overall, it is a perfect venue with excellent service.
Reviewed On 5/26/2017 by Christina J
My husband and I celebrated our wedding reception at the Colony Club on 04/21/2017- and our night could not have been more perfect! We fell in love with the beautiful third floor ballroom the minute we walked in the first time, and it was just ...
as beautiful on our wedding day. The entire planning process was streamlined, easy, and staff was incredibly helpful every step of the way. The food was incredible- we had many guests say it was the best "wedding food" they had ever eaten. During the planning process, emails were answered promptly, and made our stress level very low. The price they quoted included everything-so no hidden fees or extras. I appreciated that our contract was straightforward and itemized, and we knew exactly what we and our guests were getting. The upstairs brides/grooms rooms were a nice plus for us, complete with safes to keep valuables in. My husband and I had a special server, who made sure our drinks were full and that we were happy all night. We could not have asked for a more perfect reception venue, and will treasure the memories we made there for the rest our our lives. It is ABSOLUTELY worth the wait to have a reception here!
Reviewed On 10/28/2016 by Leeann L
My husband and I got married at the Colony Club on September 23rd, 2016. We cannot say enough good things about the venue, experience, and service that we had at the Colony Club! The wedding completely exceeded our expectations in every way. We...
and are guests had an absolute blast at the wedding- we couldn't have asked for more. My husband is from out of town and most of his family had never visited Detroit so we really wanted to showcase the culture and history of the city. The Colony Club, especially the 3rd floor ballroom, absolutely blew us away. The entire process from start to finish was seamless and stress free. The staff, especially Lauren K, was always willing to help and answer any questions quickly. Since we were planning a wedding out of town this was so helpful. We also have food allergies our family and the Colony Club was able to ensure that everyone had delicious food options and there would be no concern about anyone getting sick. Molly and Rachelle were our day of event managers and both were so friendly and extremely helpful with set up and break down and running the night flawlessly! Such a wonderful place to celebrate one of the happiest days of our lives! We could not recommend the Colony Club more.
Reviewed On 10/27/2016 by Erica R
This is by far the prettiest venue there is! Look no further! The room itself is gorgeous, there is not much needed to add except flowers. The staff is so welcoming and helpful. The food is UNREAL. I have never had a better meal at a wedding. I...
can go on and on... check out this venue. You won't be disappointed. It may be most costly but you don't need to spend a lot decorating so that's a plus! Well worth it I promise!!!
Reviewed On 10/23/2016 by Kristen M
We held our wedding at the Colony Club the first weekend in June. Ashley and Molly were wonderful to work with! The third flood ballroom truly took my breath away, from the moment I saw it I knew it was the place for us! My only complaint is t...
hat we had an issue with wedding crashers from the wedding on the fourth floor. I don't think that this is a typical issue, but that that guests at that wedding were not well manored. I had to stop multiple people who were not our guests from entering our cocktail hour, before dinner was served we had an intoxicated groomsmen from the other wedding stumbling around the mezzanine, and at the end of the night my husband had to ask two wedding crashers to leave and go back to the fourth floor wedding. I spoke with Molly about this issue and I truly believe she did her best to deal with the situation. All in all the Colony Club is wonderful but if they are going to host two weddings they need to come up with a plan to keep rowdy guests in their own designated wedding .
Reviewed On 7/27/2016 by Sarah P
We loved our wedding at the Colony Club! The venue is so gorgeous and the staff was helpful and wonderful! Everyone we worked with was so kind and professional. The food was great! The venue is so special and we had the best time there!
Reviewed On 6/28/2016 by Amanda H
The perfect place to have your wedding. Everyone is amazing. The event manager was even helping to clean tables. Everyone commented on how great the food was and how beautiful the room was.
Reviewed On 6/28/2016 by Danielle S
We fell in love with Colony club the minute we stepped into it. The 3rd floor ballroom is beautiful and restored amazing. We loved how it didn't need much to dress it up, just some beautiful flowers to accent the decor. The wedding planning pro...
cess was so easy with the entire staff here. Lauren and Nicole were so easy to work with and very quick to always respond. We were planning from Chicago and they always worked around our schedule. Our day of planner, Bertha, was so amazing. She made us smile and relax the whole night. The day and night turned out even more perfect than we planned (we planned for almost a year and a half). I would not change one thing about the day and I owe a lot of that to Colony Club. SO SO SO Happy.
Reviewed On 5/03/2016 by Sherry M
I couldn't have pictured a more perfect wedding than what we had experienced at Colony Club. Everything was perfect! We got so many compliments from our guests. All of the employees ensured that we were all happy. The event coordinator was ther...
e every step of the way and made sure my drink was full. She even helped with pinning my dress! I would highly recommend this venue to any couple looking for great food, great service, and a great location in Detroit.
Reviewed On 2/25/2016 by Knottie17668450
I am in awe at our experience with the Colony Club for our wedding reception location. I am smiling just typing this because of the incredible experience we had. The wedding was absolutely perfect, right down from the planning with Lauren who a...
ccommodated all of our specials needs, to the staff who provided very prompt and friendly service. Concerned about the food? Don't be, it was amazing! Bertha the event manager especially took care of us the whole night, what a wonderful lady she is. And then there's the hall itself.. it's breathtaking. I am not exaggerating, I have not seen a more beautiful venue. The tall glass windows and decorative walls and ceilings, I felt truly like a princess on my wedding day. It was everything I hoped and dreamed for. All of our guests had an amazing time and the temperature of the room was perfect. We had a winter wedding so I'm not sure how it is in the summer but I cannot speak more highly of our experience. Truly the best day of our lives. Thank you Colony Club!!!
Reviewed On 1/17/2016 by Karly D
Our wedding was in June of 2015 and The Colony Club really did a fantastic job at meeting my expectations and providing an exceptional experience for everyone on our big day. I booked the venue over a year in advance and am so glad that I ...
chose the Colony Club for many reasons. The 3rd floor ballroom is breathtaking and the location is conveniently located with plenty of parking. It was very easy to understand pricing and what was included in the "per head" cost. The tasting was phenomenal, I was truly surprised by the quality of the food - and yes it was equally as good the day of. Judy and Bill (the day of coordinators) were FANTASTIC! They were very professional and knew exactly how to manage vendors, guests, decorations, etc. I would recommend a day-of coordinator to anyone, and having one provided automatically is one thing that sets the Colony Club apart from other vendors. Make sure you ask questions to your event coordinator along the way because you only get around an hour at your final meeting. If there was one thing that could have been improved in the planning process it was more frequent check ins from the sales team. They do send automated emails, but it seems like there should be a meeting 3 months out (even if it's only a 30 minute phone call) and then a final meeting. Make sure you have people to help you "load out" at the end of the night as they only allow you an hour to get EVERYTHING out. This is especially challenging for the band - if you are having one. It would have been nice to a have a window of time the next morning to gather decorations that were challenging to transport the night before (i.e. large vases, pedestals). I was nervous about the heat as I read in some other reviews (and heard from the Colony Club) that the 3rd floor can get uncomfortably warm in the summer because the building is hard to cool. It ended up being 72 degrees and slightly overcast (at the end of June) and the room was a perfect temperature. All in all, the Colony Club does a fantastic job at hosting weddings. They have really thought through a lot of details and hold themselves to high standards. Thank you Colony Club!
Reviewed On 12/02/2015 by Meredith B
The Colony Club is a gorgeous venue, and we had a terrific experience planning our wedding with them. The day itself turned out just as we'd hoped, largely due to the attentiveness and professionalism of the staff. We chose the venue about a ...
year in advance, because it was so elegant and because so much is included in the price (food, drink, a space that needs little else in the way of decor, etc). We had our food tasting to pick our wedding meal shortly after booking, and it was SO fun! It's like being at a fancy restaurant. In the end, the food at the wedding was just as good as the food at the tasting, we got so many compliments on it! Loved the juicy steak. Ashley was our event coordinator and Judy was there on the day. Communication with Ashley (and another event coordinator before her, who left), was always smooth. I planned the wedding from another great, so we relied on email and Skype, but Ashley was very flexible and responsive and it really didn't feel much more difficult than planning it from the same city. On the day itself, everything looked just as I wanted it to, and the event ran smoothly. Judy looked after me like a mother hen, asking if she could bring me anything, asking if there was anything she could do. There was champagne and fruit and cheese in the little hidden bridal room waiting for me and the bridesmaids, just one example! Service was so professional, and they interacted wonderfully with the vendors (cake, DJ, florist) to the point where they made all the confirmation calls and I hardly even noticed how much work had gone into it because it all ran like a well-oiled machine. The room looked exquisite with the uplighting (worth the extra charge), and we heard from so many friends/family that our venue was incredibly gorgeous. We were so proud to have our wedding there, it is a truly special place. Literally the only thing I can think is - be aware if you have a larger wedding on the 4th floor (I think 125 is max, we had 100), there's plenty of room for dinner and dancing and ceremony, but the cocktail hour space is small - people were crowded in quite tightly together and it got warm. We didn't have a choice to do it any other way, but we were told 100 people were fine in that space, but it was a bit uncomfortable. But I mean, this is nitpicking. From the minute my limo pulled up and I went upstairs, the Colony Club staff made me feel like a queen, and all the work they'd put in with me for the previous months completely paid off. They made it as easy and relaxing as possible. I would highly, highly recommend this venue to anyone getting married in Detroit.
Reviewed On 11/21/2015 by Knottie52485555
My daughter's wedding was 10-31-2015. It was magical and truly gorgeous! Thanks to Ashley for the remote planning with our daughter who lives in England, but wanted a wedding in Detroit. Thanks to Judy, our fabulous event manager, who made sur...
e things went perfectly, and modified on the fly as needed. She was perfect! We could not have done it without her. Our guests felt so appreciative of the beauty that surrounded them and the wonderful food (we got many compliments). It was an elegant classy wedding that also felt friendly and cozy, despite the upscale venue. Thanks also to the rest of the staff who did a wonderful job of serving, bartending, and meeting our needs! You will not go wrong to choose the Colony Club for your wedding! Karen (mother of the bride)
Reviewed On 10/31/2015 by Lindsey S
Our wedding was in 10-17-15. I have to say everyone was absolutely amazed by how gorgeous and grand the colony club is. When we arrived at our hall, it took my breath away. They are very organized, and it's obviously when speaking with them, th...
ey know exactly what needs to be done. I had an absolute wonderful experience working with Ashley and Judy. I would highly recommend the colony club for a wedding venue. My guests are still telling me it was one of the most beautiful weddings they have ever attended. I still have not heard one complaint! If you want a seamless wedding, this is your venue. Lindsey & Andrew
Reviewed On 10/13/2015 by Meghan D
The Colony Club was absolutely wonderful! Truly THANK YOU to you and all of the staff. Especially Lauren and Judy. Everyone was amazing. I felt ZERO worry working with your team the whole way through. The event was amazing! Our family and fri...
ends cannot stop raving about how wonderful everything was - from the service, the food, obviously the venue - just everything! Our parents are so pleased with the service they received as well. Judy was incredibly attentive to all of us! Our waiter (i am terribly sorry, i forgot his name) was absolutely perfect!! We had him at our tasting as well and was hoping he would work our wedding. We all know the Colony Club is just beautiful and i'm so honored to have held our wedding there. I am more pleased with how happy everyone was. It just shows that the whole team was on point and worked their butts off! The entire staff was so complementary and sweet during the whole day as well. I keep hearing horror stories from others that had gotten married (other venues, not the CC) and I feel honored to say that I have no horror stories! I cannot imagine any other wedding.
Reviewed On 9/09/2015 by Lauren S
Amazingly elegant, beautiful venue with excellent staff!!Choosing Colony Club was the easiest and best decision we made for our wedding. The staff was so organized and helpful and the venue was absolutely perfect. We received so many complimen...
ts on the quality of the food and how great the service was. I would highly recommend Lauren, Nicole, Judy and the rest of the staff to anyone looking for a beautiful wedding in the Metro Detroit area!!
Reviewed On 8/23/2015 by Breanna M
Our wedding at the Colony Club was absolutely perfect! Everyone we worked with, from our sales managers Lauren and Nicole to our Banquet Manager Bertha were incredibly attentive and wonderful to work with. A number of guests even told us our me...
al was not only the best "wedding food" they have ever had, but one guest even told us it was the best meal she has ever had anywhere. We were so impressed by the entire staff and cannot thank them enough for such a perfect night!
Reviewed On 2/01/2015 by Dana M
I know this goes without saying but planning a wedding can be pretty overwhelming to say the least. In this day and age it can be really difficult to narrow down a style or theme. My husband and I decided to try and start with the place and go ...
from there. When I came across The Colony Club it was love at first sight. The price was perfect, lots of bang for your buck and we saved loads on decorations because the place speaks for itself! Our friends and family were blown away before they even stepped foot inside just like we were! The food was phenomenal! We had guests hovering at one of our food stations because they could not get enough! The staff was wonderful and super easy to work with from the initial consultation to our goodbyes the night of. Our event coordinator was one of the most amazing people I have ever had the honor knowing and she will always have a warm place in our hearts. Her and her staff took incredible care of my husband and I and every single one of our guests. The Colony Club was the BEST place for us to have spent the BEST day of our lives! The PERFECT place for the PERFECT day :-)
Reviewed On 12/16/2014 by Lauren
I had to wait 14 months to have my wedding reception at the Colony Club, but it was TOTALLY worth the wait. The sales team and wedding coordinators ensured I would have NOTHING to worry about. I did not worry for one minute. It was the best. I ...
hated planning the wedding towards the end of my engagement, but I have to say the stress paid off! I can't imagine having it anywhere else. It was classic, gorgeous, and it was so Detroit. The food was delish, which is often hard to accomplish with weddings. Everyone had a blast and I highly recommend using CC for your wedding! L
Reviewed On 11/08/2014 by Deanna T
We toured several wedding venues in Detroit when making our decision, and nothing compared to the Colony Club. The 3rd floor ballroom is gorgeous and perfect for a reception. The mezzanine floor with the balcony is also such a unique feature an...
d made for a very exciting entrance! The bride's and groom's rooms on that floor were also such a nice feature, especially having a bathroom available for the bridal party to use and appetizers and drinks readily available. We rented the 4th floor ballroom as well for our ceremony, which worked perfectly, is gorgeous, and allowed for a much more intimate space. The biggest surprise to me on the day-of was just how incredible the staff was. Everything was set up perfectly, cleaned and packed up at the end of the night without me even thinking of it, and our champagne glasses never got under half-full. Everything was perfect - best decision that we made!!
Reviewed On 10/08/2014 by Kelsey T
The Colony Club was insanely perfect. On the wedding day, it looked better than I could have ever imagined. I cannot describe how beautiful everything was. Also, the staff made my day stress-free. They were so kind and thought of everything so ...
I didn't have to. Bill, the 4th floor coordinator, and Tracy our waitress, were wonderful and really made our wedding day perfect.
Reviewed On 8/24/2014 by Christine L
The food, service, decoration was perfect! I knew when we stepped into the Colony Club, this was where I wanted to celebrate my wedding. Only downside is that in the summer it gets HOT inside. Everyone had a blast regardless!
Reviewed On 6/16/2014 by Jaclyn B
The Colony Club is a fantastic wedding venue. This stunning space draws you in with its ornate gold architecture, hardwood floors and balcony's fit for a princess. It's real beauty, however, isn't seen at first glance. It's behind the scenes wi...
th it's amazing staff. The entire staff at the Colony Club were so fabulous to work with. They were friendly, helpful and organized throughout the entire wedding process. I never worried about anything and was able to enjoy my entire wedding reception stress free! Guests raved about the food and incredible service all night long! They made our BIG day so easy and special from start to finish!
Reviewed On 4/24/2014 by Lillian H
If you are looking for a classic, romantic, and completely over-the-top beautiful setting - look no further. The Colony Club is truly a gem. The food is amazing and none of your guests will be hungry. My only complaint was that the service was ...
great, but not amazing. Our speeches ran a little long and by the waiters body language and conversation, you could tell that they were beyond annoyed with that, not being able to bring out the food exactly according to plan. We didn't really appreciate that but other than that- no complaints. Gorgeous! Worth every penny, our pictures are amazing and we had SO many people tell us that it was the prettiest place that they had ever been to for a reception.
Reviewed On 1/18/2014 by Elizabeth M
Exceeded my expectations, great food/service and background made for a perfect background for pictures
Reviewed On 1/15/2014 by Valerie I
I was married at the Colony Club on 12/31/13 and worked most closely with Lauren, Nicole and Bertha. Everyone was accommodating, patient, professional, personal and easy to reach via phone and e-mail. We booked The Colony Club within weeks o...
f our engagement after seeing pictures online and realizing the space is even more beautiful in person. The food was fantastic, they worked well with our vendors and our guests had the best time at our wedding.
Reviewed On 11/10/2013 by Lisa S
AMAZING! We just had our wedding ceremony, cocktail hour and reception on the new 4th floor. The Colony Club exceeded my expectations (which is something to say, because I'm a type A perfectionist). It is a beautiful venue, even without additio...
nal decor. Nicole and Alyssa were wonderful! They were organized, personable, professional, always in contact with great suggestions. Our day of consultant Judy was outstanding. She helped calm everyone's nerves, ran a smooth event thanks to a great rehearsal. She checked on my husband and I continuously, and made us feel so special. The head server was fabulous. He was professional, personable, and quick. The colony club is the best venue in southeast Michigan.
Reviewed On 11/05/2013 by Ashley G
The Colony Club is gorgeous and not your typical banquet hall. The food and service was amazing! Nicole and Lauren were great to work with they answered any questions I had throughout the whole entire process. I would recommend the Colony Club ...
if your looking for a unique and elegant Wedding experience!
Reviewed On 10/25/2013 by Julia L
This venue far exceeded my dreams of having a beautiful wedding. Once I saw it, I knew I had to have my wedding here. It was almost perfect except a few issues. First, we were told the Event Manager would be available to help us through the cer...
emony with timing, logistics, etc. When the time actually came to walk down the aisle though, she was no where to be found. This could have been disastrous but thankfully my dad is a minister and helped all of the bridal party (including 3 small flower girls)get down the aisle beautifully. Second, the food we tried at the tasting and chose for our wedding was delicious and tasty. On the day-of, the beef had a completely different sauce that was bland and pretty much awful. It basically ruined that part of the meal. The salmon was good. Overall, if I had to do it all over again, without a doubt I would choose this venue again. It was stunning and many people commented about the uniqueness and beauty of the venue. It has a perfect location for taking gorgeous pictures downtown and is a very memorable place. I probably would not order the beef though...
Reviewed On 9/19/2013 by Bethany M
The Colony Club was absolutely amazing. When planning our wedding we looked at nearly every venue in Detroit (and the surrounding areas). The moment we walked in, we knew it was THE PLACE!! The main ballroom is absolutely gorgeous and their ...
new 4th floor space (where we had our ceremony) fits in great! I cannot say enough good things about the staff. The sales staff were so patient with (and quick to respond to) my millions of questions during the planning process. The staff the day of was on top of everything - it all came out perfectly! We did the grand package and the food turned out wonderful - definitely recommend those chicken wings for cocktail hour! Overall, the Colony Club helps make our day amazing.
Reviewed On 8/30/2013 by Jennifer M
My wedding at the Colony Club was perfect. And when I say perfect I mean beyond my wildest dreams. I am a, shall we say... picky person... and being picky as well as being a Graphic Designer leads to me to an unfortunate situation where nothing...
is ever good enough. I always find fault with colors, ambiance, lighting, etc. Rarely am I fully satisfied with anything, especially visual things like design or decor. However, my wedding at the Colony Club was absolutely 100% perfect. I honestly could not have dreamt of a more beautiful or more perfect wedding. When we walked into the ballroom for our first look at the room, tears filled my eyes and I was speechless. My husband and I just stared at each other, dumbfounded at how AMAZING the room looked. It was the most beautiful thing we had EVER seen. We knew that the Colony Club was gorgeous and we had seen it many times but once you see it all made up for your event, it is just……… see even now I am speechless. My only regret is that I cannot LIVE in that ballroom forever. The warmth, the light and the opulence was like a dream. On top of the beauty of the venue the staff is AMAZING. Nicole works tirelessly to make sure you have a perfect event. She was there through thick and thin and truly wanted me to love my wedding. Lauren and the wedding sales team were there to answer all of my many (many!) questions and requests via email. And on the wedding day itself, the staff was just mind-blowing.. they had a team of people making sure the wedding party was happy and that everything was perfect. Judy was the absolute best and most wonderful person, she was there from start to finish. I felt so much love and care from her, I knew that she would do everything in her power to make my day wonderful, and it was. I am so grateful to all of them, thank you guys so very much for everything!!! On top of THAT the food is the best food that I have ever had at a wedding. It is so good that it unfair to even put it in the category of "wedding food." The food of the Colony Club and Gem Theater is better than many expensive restaurants that I have been too. The halibut and filet are heaven. I just wish my wedding dress wasn't a corset so I could have eaten more!!!! Words cannot fully describe how prefect The Colony Club is. Our wedding exceeded our wildest dreams. Our guests were so happy and so blown away that EVERY single person that I spoke to that night just went on and on about what a fantastic place it was and how great the food was. It was so wonderful. My advice if you are thinking of the Colony Club is to do everything in your power to have your wedding there. I know it books far in advance, it is 100% worth the wait. I know it is more expensive than other places, it is 100% worth the price. The Colony Club is by FAR the best venue not only in the city of Detroit but, in my opinion, in the whole state of Michigan.
Reviewed On 8/06/2013 by Lindsey S
The Colony Club is a beautiful venue! The food was amazing and the service couldn't have been better. Many people told us this was the most beautiful/best wedding they have ever been to - except for the heat! I don't know what the problem with...
the AC was but it was at least 80 degrees inside the club during our entire wedding (ceremony/reception). I later found out this is a reoccurring problem but the sales team does not warn you about it ahead of time. When I told the sales team afterwards their only response was "we are working on making it cooler in the warmer months." We were very disappointed that we spent SO much money and were literally dripping sweat the entire evening. I would recommend avoiding the Colony Club in the summer months!
Reviewed On 8/02/2013 by Lauren H
The Colony Club is worth every penny! Their event staff is amazing and so helpful to work with. The staff is so accommodating and professional. We received SO many compliments on the food and service. The third floor ballroom itself is so grand...
, other decorations are hardly needed. We are still hearing from guests what a great time they had! I did not have to worry about a single thing. Judy was the biggest help the day of my wedding and anything I needed she made happen! Alan was also amazing and served my drinks without me even noticing he had set them down. You absolutely cannot go wrong with the Colony Club! The venue is so charming and gorgeous; the staff is amazing. I am SO glad I was able to have my wedding here!
Reviewed On 7/08/2013 by Keri C
The Colony Club is the perfect downtown venue to have a wedding. We used the beautiful 4th floor ballroom for our ceremony and it was perfect. For the reception we moved down to the 3rd floor ballroom which is absolutely breathtaking. Our gues...
ts were blown away. The staff was very helpful from the start of the planning process until the end of the reception. Nicole, Judy and Bertha were great, and ensured a stress free day. They worked with our vendors to make sure everything went off without a hitch. Once we arrived on the wedding day they took care of everything so that we were able to enjoy the day.
Reviewed On 6/27/2013 by Emily S
Everything was great! Beautiful room, delicious food and the staff goes out of their way to ensure your event is perfect!!
Reviewed On 6/19/2013 by Jaclyn L
The Colony Club is absolutely stunning, there is nothing like it in Detroit. So many of my guests were just blown away with how beautiful the main ballroom is. I also used the petite ballroom for my ceremony and it was perfect. The staff was so...
helpful, I worked mainly with Alyssa, Judy and Nicole and all of them were extremely friendly and easy to work with. They made wedding planning so much fun! The service the night of the wedding was great, the food was delicious, I seriously have nothing bad to say about them. If you're planning your wedding in downtown this is the place! You will not find anything better.
Reviewed On 6/04/2013 by MIldred O
During our wedding planning, I've seen a lot of banquet halls and facilities but nothing has compared to the Colony Club Detroit..a gem in the heart of the city. We booked our wedding date based on their availability and we have no regrets at a...
ll. Service was fantastic, the whole staff especially Nicole Lakatos, Judy, Bertha and Mohammed surpassed all our expectations and we couldn't be happier. The food tasting was awesome and our reception was a feast..everything was delicious. We always look back on our photos and we couldn't still believe that we got married at theColony Club and how beautiful and elegant our wedding was. Its worth all the money we paid for. The best in town and its proven!!!
Reviewed On 4/08/2013 by M A
The Colony Club was the perfect venue for our wedding! Nearly a year later, we are still hearing compliments from our guests! From my first phone call with Nicole until the end our wedding reception, the staff was extremely professional, help...
ful and accommodating! Nicole and Allison did a fantastic job. They were always positive and answered my many questions and concerns. Even though I requested a speciality cocktail only a week and a half prior to our wedding date, Allison ensured that the staff was prepared to make it for our guests. We have a special thank you to Judy! She was the event coordinator the evening of our wedding and saved our wedding flowers when the arrangements on candelabras began following over (our florist got stuck in traffic with the Tigers game and couldn’t make it back in time to fix the arrangements). As soon as I walked into the ballroom Judy was right by my side to tell me what happened and that she had to modify them so they would stay up. Without her, I may have had my one any only “bridezilla” moment. From start to finish Judy was fantastic with everything! She kept the night moving and my husband and I on track! Thank you Judy! The food was excellent! The chef even had the head waiter ask me if the vegetables that I asked be seasoned for all of the guests meals were as I had expected. And they were! At the end of the evening the staff had cleared off all of the tables and boxed all of the items that were taking back with us. Although I had put a family member in charge of this, it was nice to know it had already been done. The Colony Club is a beautifully restored building perfect for a wedding and the staff is fantastic!
Reviewed On 3/31/2013 by Alexandra M
We held our wedding at The Colony Club in March 2013 and it was perfect! The space is beautiful, the food delicious and, most importantly, the people were wonderful to work with and helped make our day go without a hitch. I would recommend The ...
Colony Club to any couple looking to get married in downtown Detroit.
Reviewed On 12/12/2012 by Brook D
The Colony Club staff were excellent...Bertha, Judy, and bartenders went above and beyond. Everyone was extremely friendly. We liked that Bertha/Judy checked in with our parents in addition to us. They kept the bridal/groom suites fully stocked...
...it was so nice to have something to eat and drink away from guests. The food was great...lots of compliments on the food! The ambiance...look/feel of the venue was beautiful. Our overall experience was memorable. A couple of minor things could have done better, such as: 1) If event Managers had a key to override the elevator. I've seen this in action in hospitals. You insert a key and it overrides all other requests. We could have used this when riding down after announcing from the balcony. The elevator re-opened on 3M, went to 4, then to 3M again before correctly going to 3. The DJ didn't know where we went and the guests were clapping for minutes... 2) If there was signage for bathrooms on the first floor. In addition, locking apparatuses on the stalls would be great! 3) If more staff were available to direct guests to the first floor for cocktail hour after the ceremony. 4) If it was easier to coordinate meeting with the Colony Club/GEM Theater staff. You have to wait outside the building until they arrive.
Reviewed On 12/11/2012 by Vanessa M
We had our wedding at the colony club a few weeks ago, and everything was more than I expected. They took care of everything. The food was amazing, the room was beautiful and the night was perfect!
Reviewed On 11/27/2012 by natalie e
Received positive feedback on my venue, the food and the whole atmosphere from many of my guests.
Reviewed On 10/25/2012 by Whitney B
Our wedding at the Colony Club was like a dream come true. My husband and I felt like stars in our own fairytale. From the remarkable beauty of the venue to the exceptional wait and bar staff service we could not have imagied anything better. ...
We kept hearing "this is the most beautiful wedding we have ever been too!" the night of our wedding and have heard it continuosly from all of our guests. The only negative was we were never able to get in touch with Nicole, the head event director, we were always pushed to her assistants. For the most part they were good there were small details they could have come through better one such as obtaining parking passes and planning meetings. At any rate, we could not have been happier. We would do everything the same if we were to do it over again. We highly reccommend!
Reviewed On 8/06/2012 by Lindsey T
I could never say enough good things about the venue, the service, the food, everything. It is such a beautiful place for a wedding- my ceremony and reception was there, and it was perfect.
Reviewed On 7/12/2012 by Lauren B
First, the staff at the Colony Club is hands down amazing! Since I was living in Chicago while planning, we communicated via email, phone, meetings with my mom while I was on speaker phone, and during the whole planning process felt they addres...
sed every detail we had. We were able to add a custom toast for the bridal party from L. Mawby vineyards in Suttons Bay, which is our favorite! Our day of Banquet manager, Judy, was spot on all day! She stopped by to say hi a few times and make sure we felt everything was running smoothly, which it was! The venue: old world elegance, absolutely beautiful, historical to Detroit, great area. Just go see it for yourself. Food/Value: Everyone RAVED about our food and loved the top shelf bar, which is included in all packages! During the tasting you are able to try most of the dishes offered on the menu and ask questions to the servers, chef, and banquet managers! We found the filet to be to well for our liking, so we were put in touch with the chef and came up with a custom temperature that turned out beautifully the day of the wedding. Details: One of the best parts of this team is that all staff were so attentive to our needs and needs we didn't know we had! After the wedding one of the bridesmaids said "Everyone at the Colony Club was great! I just wanted to let you know when we were waiting for the shuttle to take us back to the hotel there was some difficulty with their schedule and the door women stepped right in to help delegate and make it run smoothly!"
Reviewed On 6/20/2012 by mary b
We are so happy that we chose The Colony Club for our daughter's wedding reception. Every detail was handled perfectly by the Colony Club staff. Pre- wedding planning was very personal and the staff was easy to communicate with. All communicati...
on was prompt and courteous. Our gusts were awe struck by the beautiful facility and the excellent food and service. Our floor manager (Judy) attended to every detail with ease and efficiency. My daughter and her husband are already getting e-mails from friends stating best wedding venue ever!!!Thank you Colony Club! MB
Reviewed On 6/20/2012 by Shiori S
The staff at the Colony Club are nothing short of amazing. Yes, it can get a bit pricey, but I think the peace of mind in knowing you're going to have an amazing wedding is worth every penny. I don't have to tell you how gorgeous and unique...
this venue is because one look at the photos will easily tell you that. What the photos don't tell is how sweet and attentive the staff at Colony Club is. Allison and Nicole are with you through the entire planning process, and they are quick to respond to any questions or concerns that you have via e-mail. This is very important when it comes down to last minute details. They are kind and cheerful and are great at making sure everything is covered. Judy was my banquet manager on the day of and she is AMAZING! She made sure I was fed, happy, dancing, and worry-free. She is an absolute sweetheart and my guests raved about how attentive she was and how quick she was to solve any issues. She had her eyes on everything so I didn't have to. In the end, my wedding was better than I could have imagined. The day-of was totally stress-free and it was really just the best day! A big thanks to the rockstar staff at Colony Club!
Reviewed On 6/13/2012 by Christina R
Our wedding reception at the Colony Club was a fairy tale like perfect evening! This couldn't have been without the help of the wonderful and professional staff who took care of us from day one! Nicole, Allison, Bertha and Judy did a wonderful ...
job helping us choose our menu, helped with the schedule of the evening and they took care of all the details! The venue sells itself, it's beautiful painted ceilings, marble floors and spiral staircases create a beautiful path leading to the jaw dropping ballroom! The ballroom is absolutely gorgeous and so ornate! We didn't even need much table decor in such a decorative room! We also went with amber uplighting that created the most beautiful ambience to our dinner wedding. The food was delicious and our guests were all very pleased! Photos of and in the room looked absolutely gorgeous as well! Overall I would recommend the Colony Club to everyone and anyone looking to have a fairy tale wedding in a venue of pure class ad elegance! It's a true diamond in the rough of Detroit and with its A+ quality and service you can't go wrong!
Reviewed On 4/10/2012 by Carla K
The Colony Club exceeded my every expectation. The food was fantastic, the service was speedy, the drinks were top notch, and the beauty of the venue is unmatched! Judy and Bertha took care of our every need on the night of the wedding, and N...
icole and Allison helped during the planning process to make sure everything went smoothly. We've received dozens of glowing reviews from our guests about the food and service. One guest said "best wedding food he's ever had" and he's been to 25 weddings in the past 2 years. I wouldn't have changed a thing!
Reviewed On 3/30/2012 by Erin P
They did a fantastic job. Everything was beautiful and organized; the staff were very helpful and went out of their way to make sure everything went perfectly. The food was great, too.
Reviewed On 3/27/2012 by Mindy G
This venue is absolutely the BEST! The service while planning the wedding was wonderful and the service by the banquet managers and staff the night of was over the top! We have had so many compliments on the service and food - everyone loved th...
e food and have hear many times that it was so much better than "wedding food" There is not one thing that I would change about the Colony Club or it's staff - simply AMAZING
Reviewed On 3/17/2012 by Laura G
We just celebrated our wedding at The Colony Club in February. To begin, it is a beautiful venue. If you're looking for a ballroom beyond your vanilla banquet hall, this is the place! It is set-up very well for a wedding, with a separate flo...
or for your cocktail hour (so guests are kept out of the ballroom) and bride and groom's rooms for you and your wedding party to freshen up (very convenient!). The food was wonderful...from our hors d'ourves to our entrees to our dessert table to our late night snack. If anyone left hungry, it was their own fault! Everything was delicious. Also, the staff is amazing. Throughout the event, me and my husband were asked frequently if everything was going ok and if we needed anything. Both sets of parents and grandparents were treated like VIPs! Any requests were quickly fulfilled and we had no complaints (although, I'm sure if we did, they would have been quickly addressed). Additionally, leading up to the wedding, Allison & Nicole we so helpful addressing all my questions and guiding me through the process step-by-step. This was one area of my wedding that I felt was in good hands and did not have to worry over. I would recommend The Colony Club to anyone looking to have a fabulous wedding! I can't compliment them enough!!
Reviewed On 3/05/2012 by Kristy B
The Colony Club is absolutely stunning. We had a beautiful reception. The food was great. My only complaint is that they forgot to order valet. My wedding was in January, so my guests having to scramble for parking and walk in the cold wasn't t...
he luxury experience I was hoping for. They have promised that they have fixed the problem , but I would still double check. My guests did rave about this venue though. The pictures you get there are unbelievable!
Reviewed On 1/25/2012 by Lindsay L
The minute Angelo and I walked into the Colony Club we knew we had to have our wedding there. Not only is this place unbelievable but the staff, Nicole, Allison, Judy, and Bertha, were amazing throughout the planning process. Several comments ...
were made not only to be but to my bridesmaids about the amazing building and ballroom, as well as how good the food was! I couldn't have asked for anything better, just wish we could do it all over again! Thank you so much Colony Club!!!
Reviewed On 12/28/2011 by Megan D
We visited 9 different locations and when it came down to deciding, the Colony Club won hands down! Now after the wedding, I am so happy we had our wedding at the Colony Club. The Staff was first class, the food was impeccable, and the venue ...
was beautiful. My bride began to cry the first time she entered the ballroom; the pictures turned out great.
Reviewed On 12/21/2011 by Christina v
The first time I saw the Colony Club I knew it was the place for our wedding. Marble and hardwood floors, hand carved ceilings and the fully restored Louis XVI ballroom are just a few of the features that won my heart. It is perfect for a class...
ic, classy, elegant Detroit wedding. Our coordinators Nichole and Allison helped every step of the way. They were flexible with menu options and special requests for our evening. During the reception the onsite staff and managers were fantastic. They doted on my new groom and I. Making sure we had everything we needed. The private bridal room was a wonderful place to relax and enjoy a few moments of privacy. It has a full bath, couch, fully stocked bar. Since we didn't arrive until the end of cocktail hour we had a special request that they leave some of our appetizers in the bridal suite. It was a great idea since we were starving!! The food was exceptional. We highly recommend the beef wellington and shrimp cocktail appetizers. Many of our guests raved that it was the best food they've had at a wedding. The bridal party was introduced on the main floor of the ballroom. Bride and groom were introduced from the balcony. The band programed their spot lights to swirl and then focus on us which took the crowds breath away. The most common comment of the evening was "It's just a like a (Disney) movie!!" Throwing my bouquet from the balcony was lots of fun. The crowd seemed to enjoy it. Overall the evening was like a dream. Beautiful venue, great service and wonderful staff!! We are so happy we had a videographer so we can live it again and again
Reviewed On 12/08/2011 by Molly O
We couldn't be happier with our wedding celebration and reception at The Colony Club. The staff, food and venue were all just perfect!! Nicole and Allison were there for us every step of the planning process and when our special day arrived, ...
Bertha and Judy were wonderful, neither missed a beat all evening. Since our wedding we have seen several family members and friends, and they are still raving about the whole evening!!

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