Celebrate with a Venue as Timeless as your Love
251 to 300 guests
AWARD WINNER (6X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection is a wedding venue located near downtown Chicago in Oak Brook, IL. You can celebrate your love story surrounded by history and old-world glamour. The hotel boasts a timeless aesthetic with luxurious interiors and modern accents ensuring a sophisticated backdrop for your special day. The hotel is surrounded by greenery and manicured lawns so you can enjoy a private and peaceful setting for your outdoor ceremony and ballroom reception.
The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection marries classic elegance with contemporary style. From the moment you enter the chandelier-adorned lobby, the merging of vintage glamour and cutting-edge furnishings is apparent and sets the tone for refined revelry. During warm sunny months, you can say ‘I do’ in a garden ceremony, amidst a spectacular fountain feature and a palatial-style terrace. Guests can explore the landscaped gardens during cocktail hour, with numerous pretty backdrops ideal for wedding photographs. Inside, evening receptions are held in the event space of your choice. This spacious venue is home to 14 event rooms and has a capacity for 600 guests. A snapshot of decor details includes large Georgian windows, ambient lighting, and tasteful decor that is ideal for formal dinners and grand parties. There is no shortage of accommodation for out-of-town guests at this hotel. The beautiful bedrooms boast an art-deco aesthetic, with custom furnishings, herringbone wooden flooring, Swarovski chandeliers comprising some of the defining features. During your stay, you can relax at the state-of-the-art spa before enjoying a meal and cocktails at the Colonial Room, Polo Lounge or COA, where you can dine on Spanish tapas and Latin cuisine with a hip trendy vibe. Late night is available to keep the party going after the reception is over. Ask about our beautiful Private Dining Room in COA to host your rehearsal dinner or post wedding brunch.
The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection has everything you will need to curate the day of your dreams. Dedicated event staff will guide you through the planning process, from menu selection to tailored wedding packages. They recommend trusted vendors for your consideration and convenience. The on-site catering personnel customizes culinary options to reflect your theme and desired setup. For a once-in-a-lifetime celebration characterized by grandeur and hospitality excellence, connect with a member of the team today and begin planning a day to remember.
Hispanic or Latinx-owned and Woman-owned Business
+64 years in business
Speaks Spanish, Polish, English
10 team members
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Amenities
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Ballroom
Garden
Historic Venue
Hotel
Park
Restaurant
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
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Rentals & Equipment
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Reviews
4.9
out of 5.086 reviews
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The Drake Oak Brook is a highly recommended wedding venue that exceeded expectations for multiple couples. The staff, particularly Melissa, Jessica, and Karla, received numerous praises for their professionalism, responsiveness, and attentive service. Guests were impressed with the beautiful space, stunning grounds, and seamless coordination between the venue and wedding planners. The food, service, and attention to detail were consistently highlighted as outstanding, making it a top choice for couples seeking a picturesque and stress-free wedding experience.Review photos
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Adelaide and Connor S
5.0
1/19/2025
Got married here Oct 2024 and would do it all again! It was perfect for both accommodations for my larger international family and day of celebrations. All day, they were available if we needed anything but it wasn’t overwhelming!
response 01/19/2025
Thank you Adelaide C for taking the time to share your experience. We are so glad it was ...
a great experience for you and your family. We hope to see you back at the Drake soon and wish you a lifetime of happiness!
Susan N
5.0
11/04/2024
We had our dream wedding last month at the Drake in Oak Brook. We are so happy with our decision to have our wedding here and loved every minute of it. Jessica was very responsive and made sure that every single detail was executed. The staff was top tier and made our guests feel welcomed and went out of their way to make sure they are satisfied. Having our wedding felt so easy because it’s a beautiful and elegant space with so many scenic spots in the venue. We never had to leave! It really did feel like a hidden gem in the suburbs.
response 11/05/2024
Thank you so much Susan N for taking time to share your experience. We love hearing how t...
he Drake was a part of your special day and you will forever be in the legacy of weddings here at the Drake. We hope to see you on your one year anniversary to celebrate! Wish you a lifetime of happiness.
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Sarah T
5.0
10/25/2024
We had the absolute best wedding at The Drake Oakbrook earlier this month, it was a dream come true! From the minute we started working with The Drake Oakbrook they made everything so easy and special - from their quick response time, proactive communication, and knowledge and experience, we always felt like we were in good hands. The day of execution and service also could not have been better. We had so many family and friends compliment the incredible service, amazing food (and portion sizes) and all the charm of the grounds of the hotel itself - and we couldn’t agree more with it all! I highly highly recommend The Drake Oakbrook if you are considering your wedding here, they will make sure it’s the absolutely perfect day like they did for ours!
response 10/25/2024
Thank you Sarah T for posting this wonderful review about your special day! We will be su...
re to share with the staff. Wish you a lifetime of happiness.
Sydney M
5.0
10/08/2024
The staff on your wedding day are amazing and take care of ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING you may need.
response 10/08/2024
Thank you Sydney M for taking the time to share your experience. Wishing you a lifetime o...
f happiness! Hope to see you back on your one year anniversary!
Gabriella A
5.0
10/04/2024
Our wedding at The Drake Hotel in Oak Brook was an absolute dream! The venue is stunning and almost like a hidden gem in Oak Brook, and the staff went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. From the elegant setting to the seamless coordination between the hotel's coordinator and our own planner, every detail was taken care of. The team was incredibly attentive, making our day feel stress-free and truly special. We couldn’t have asked for a better place or better people to celebrate our big day!
response 10/04/2024
Thank you Gabriella A for taking the time to share your experience from your wedding. We ...
love to hear these wonderful comments and appreciate your time to post them. Thank you for letting us be a part of your special day. You will always be a part of the special legacy at the Drake of people who have allowed us help them celebrate a beautiful moment in your lifetime. Thank you so much and we hope you will be back with us on your one year to toast again! Wishing you a lifetime of happiness.
Kristin B
5.0
9/29/2024
We are so happy we chose The Drake for our wedding reception! Melissa was extremely helpful and responsive from the very beginning, and made sure everything ran smoothly. The venue is absolutely stunning and we had so many compliments! Highly recommend!
response 09/30/2024
Thank you Kristin B for taking the time to share your experience with us. We appreciate y...
our beautiful comments. We were honored to be a part of your special day and wish you both a lifetime of happiness!
Faith V
5.0
9/19/2024
We hosted the wedding in September, We used the outside fountain for the ceremony, the veranda and flower room for cocktail hour and the Three Oaks room for the reception. It was a perfect combination!
response 09/19/2024
Thank you Faith V for sharing your experience with us. We appreciate the wonderful commen...
ts and so glad all of these unique spaces would be a part of your event. Wishing you a lifetime of happiness and hope to see you back at the Drake soon!
Emma H
5.0
8/27/2024
We booked the Drake for the reception of our multiday Punjabi wedding. What sold us was the event coordinator, Melissa's, professionalism and know-how when it came to hosting an event that wasn't a typical Western wedding. We were able to bring in our own caterer for the Indian food, which many other venues I'd visited took a hard line against that. The grounds are so beautiful, but it was the service of the staff that made everything perfect. Every wedding has bumps along the way, and ours certainly did, but the team at the Drake handled everything so effectively that no one could tell there had even been an issue in the first place!
Would highly, highly recommend!!
response 08/27/2024
Thank you Emma H for taking the time to share your experience with us. We love hearing ab...
out your beautiful day and all of the kind words. We are so honored to have been chosen to share these memories and host your family and friends. You will be forever part of the Drake legacy of generations of weddings. Thank you for letting us be a part of memories. Wishing you a life time of happiness!
Anna R
5.0
8/16/2024
The Drake provided us with the most beautiful wedding we could've ever imagined. The service, the staff, the food, and the beautiful ballrooms and ceremony space all played a major part in making our wedding day the best of our lives. Melissa Smith, our contact person, was consistently professional and responsive, answered all of our questions quickly. We could not have been happier with our experience at the Drake.
response 08/19/2024
Thank you Anna R for the beautiful review and the lovely pictures. We are so happy you ha...
d a wonderful experience. Thank you for choosing us to be a part of such a memorable day. You will be forever a part of the Drake legacy of generations of weddings. We look forward to welcoming you back on your anniversary to celebrate! Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness!
Erin Q
5.0
7/07/2024
Our experience at The Drake was incredibly special! From the moment we had our tour, we loved how friendly everyone was and how beautiful each space is. We met with Melissa, who was very kind and truly a lifesaver! She helped us create our dream wedding, and we can’t thank her enough. Melissa was our primary contact leading up to the wedding, and communication was always prompt. Our questions were answered quickly and effectively. On our wedding day, The Drake staff was very helpful and attentive, making sure everything went smoothly. The venue is absolutely stunning, and everyone did everything they could to make this the best day ever! We could not be happier with our choice and would highly recommend this venue!
response 07/08/2024
Hello Erin Q! Thank you for this beautiful review and taking time to share your experienc...
e in so many ways! We love being a part of our Brides special day and we appreciate the images to show your event. Wish you a life time of happiness!
Caitljn H
5.0
6/25/2024
I cannot say enough good things about The Drake. From the minute we booked, I knew we were in good hands. We started and ended our wedding journey with Melissa, and she is absolutely a saint from above. We couldnt of done the past 22 months without her. She was attentive, understanding and responsive. If I couldnt get what I was trying to say over email, she was a quick phone call away. The first time we were talking she told me " I will not tell you do something that I wouldnt do personally' And from that moment I knew were in good hands. It is so easy in the wedding industry to be taken advantage of, and I truly felt like Melissa was our friend. Through the whole experience everything was seamless, and when rain was showing on our wedding day and Melissa and Anna (banquet/catering manager- who is absolutely amazing) did everything in their power to wait until the last minute to make the call. While it is unfortunate we had to move our ceremony inside, we picked the Drake because the rain plan was just as beautiful. I wouldn’t change anything about the day. They flipped our ceremony into our cocktail hour in 10 minutes flat. Everyone loved and still raves about the food. The steak, truly melts in your mouth. Wine glasses were never empty, and our plates were quickly cleared for the next course. They even moved our. head table after the dinner, to make a bigger dancefloor, and I still to this day never even saw them move it, that is how quick they were! A glass was dropped and before anyone could get someone to clean it, someone came out and had a mop and broom to clear it. They knew what we needed it, before we even knew we needed it. The Drake truly goes above and beyond, and I would recommend them to everyone. I am so bummed the day is over, but I have 0 regrets with choosing them to be our wedding venue.
response 06/26/2024
Hello Caitljn! Thank you for your kind review and sharing your experience. We appreciate...
all of the time you took to do it and also sharing the wonderful comments about the staff. We are honored to be a part of your special day and hope to have you back with us soon. See you on your one year anniversary!
Kelly D
5.0
5/08/2024
Our wedding at The Drake was everything we could have asked for! From the moment we initially reached out, everyone we worked with there was incredibly helpful and accommodating. You could tell they cared about making our day special for us. Our Catering Manager, Melissa Smith, was exceptionally helpful in helping us bring our vision to life and was so wonderful to work with.
The venue itself is absolutely beautiful and contributed immensely to our photos! There are so many locations throughout the hotel and grounds that were great for photo ops. We had our ceremony in the Flower Room and reception in the Three Oaks Ballroom with access to the Veranda. We were so fortunate that the weather was nice, which allowed our guests to flow throughout the connected spaces and sit outside by the fire tables.
We had several guests rave about how excellent the food was too, from the hors d'oeuvres to the dinner. The staff was also very accommodating to our guests that have dietary restrictions.
Overall, we were so happy with the venue and would choose it again.
response 05/08/2024
Thank you Kelly D for taking the time to share your experience from your special day. We l...
ove hearing about how these memories are created and we will be sure to share with our staff. Thank you again for choosing the Drake and we hope to see you back again with us soon!
Alice D
5.0
5/04/2024
We had our wedding reception here in the Grand Ballroom in April 2024. The grand ballroom is a nice space to decorate as you choose and is great for a larger 150+ person wedding as you will have plenty of space to eat, dance, have cocktails, and other extras like a photobooth, etc. The food was amazing and as someone with a food allergy, I was very, very happy with how seriously they took my request our guest allergies during the tastings and during the actual event. Karla and Anna were great to work with and they care about guests having the event go according to the customizations requested. The wait staff is all very friendly and attentive. Would definitely recommend if you are looking for a suburban location to host your reception!
response 05/05/2024
Thank you Alice D for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are honored to...
be a part of these special occasions and so happy to hear this is an experience you will take with you for a lifetime. We will be sure to share with the staff and hope to see you back at the Drake soon! The pictures are beautiful, thank you for posting!
Samantha N
5.0
1/19/2024
Best decision of our wedding planning process! Having our wedding at The Drake was a dream. Not only was our ceremony and reception area beautiful, but the entire hotel is beautifully designed and decorated. On top of that, the hospitality at The Drake is amazing. I felt so welcome and valued throughout the entire process, as did all the guests on wedding day. Karla was amazing to work with. She was very responsive, reliable, so kind, professional, and overall so enjoyable to work together with! The food is also AMAZING, and so was the bar. I highly, highly recommend having your wedding at The Drake!
response 07/14/2024
Thank you Samantha N for taking the time to share you experience with us. We wil surely p...
ass along the wonderful feedback to the staff. We are honored you chose the Drake to be the host to your special day and so incredibly happy it was the day of your dreams! Wishing you a lifetime of happiness and can't wait to see you back on your one year anniversary.
Alexandra P
5.0
11/15/2023
Our wedding at the Drake was perfection from start to finish. The staff was incredibly helpful both ahead of the wedding and all wedding weekend long. Melissa was our coordinator at the Drake and was organized, responsive and kind. After the wedding we received so many compliments from guests about the elegant event space.
response 11/15/2023
Hi Alexandra P, thank you for taking the time to post kind words about the staff and the h...
otel. We are honored to have been a part of your special day. We wish you a lifetime of happiness!
Anita S
5.0
11/07/2023
My wife Kelly and I fell in love with The Drake Oak Brook the moment we laid eyes on it. A big part of what sold it for us though was the catering sales manager and our point person, Melissa Smith. She immediately made us feel so comfortable in what can be a very overwhelming process. Throughout the year she was checking up on us, answering any and all questions (both our good and dumb ones), and making us feel confident that our day would go exactly how we'd want it to. We were very impressed with her professionalism as we could tell she has clocked a lot of hours in this industry. It was easy to tell that she takes her job very seriously and takes pride in providing the best experience for her people. One of the number one compliments we heard from our guests after our wedding was how sharp the staff was at The Drake. This didn't surprise us at all as we got a taste of this at our wedding tasting earlier in the year. We're thrilled that something that we put so much love and care into felt so reciprocated and then some. Even though we experienced rain on our wedding day that resulted in us having to move our ceremony inside, this venue's interior is just as beautiful as its exterior so it all worked out in the end.
response 11/08/2023
Thank you Anita S for your glowing review and your recognition of Melissa and all of the s...
taff. We are honored that you chose the Drake as the setting to celebrate your special day. You join a legacy of weddings here at the Drake. We wish you and your family a lifetime of happiness and hope to see you back at the Drake soon.
Ron T
5.0
10/16/2023
This past Saturday we held our daughter’s wedding at The Drake Hotel in Oakbrook, IL.
The event team at the Drake were fantastic to work with throughout the process. Their guidance in planning the perfect wedding was professionally and caring. They presented three packages we chose the Champagne package which was perfect for our 136 guests.
The selection of Hor d’ oeuvres, soups, salads, and entrees were outstanding.
We also had a phenomenal sweet table and late evening snacks as part of the package.
The service by the wait staff and bartenders was absolutely first class. The attention to detail by set up team and support staff could not have been better. If we had questions or concerns up to and including the wedding day, they had people available to address them immediately.
The comments we received from our guests probably summarizes it best.
“The most elegant wedding we have ever attended “.
“Everything about this wedding was absolutely beautiful. The food and service were exceptional “.
“Thank you for inviting us to the BEST wedding we have ever attended.”
“You guys picked the perfect place for your daughter’s wedding it was excellent.
These were just an example of the many complements we received.
All this was a result of working with our event sales manger Karla and her superior team working with us to make our daughter’s wedding a very wonderful memorable day!!!
response 10/17/2023
Hello Ron T, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. It sounds yo...
ur like your was special and memorable. We are so happy you chose us to be a part of it. We will gladly share all of the amazing comments with our team. They will be thrilled that you shared your wonderful words with us. Wishing you and your family a lifetime of happiness and hope to see you back at the Drake soon!
Katie M
5.0
10/11/2023
I had my bridal shower in the flower room for tea. The staff did a wonderful job and room was so beautiful!
response 10/11/2023
Hi Katie M, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We appreciate...
the kind words and are so happy you enjoyed the shower. We love being a part of your special day! Wishing you a lifetime of happiness!
Tom P
5.0
10/03/2023
Everything was absolutely terrific from start to finish. Melissa, and all the staff were incredible to work with, professional, considerate and extremely helpful.
We could not have been happier with how the entire weekend worked out. 5/5 Stars!!!
response 10/04/2023
Thank you Tom P for taking the time to review the hotel. We appreciate all of the kind re...
marks and are so happy we made a lasting impression with you and your event. We hope to see you back with us again soon!
Sarah F
5.0
9/30/2023
Can not say enough wonderful things about having our wedding at The Drake Oak Brook. We had our wedding here on 9/16/23 and everything was absolutely amazing. We worked with Melissa and she was awesome - extremely organized, personable, responsive, and just great to work with! All of our guests loved the food, service, ambiance, etc. Would not have imagined our wedding anywhere else.
response 10/01/2023
Thank you so much Sarah F for taking the time to share your experience. We appreciate the...
special call out of our Catering Manager, Melissa. We love hearing all of the wonderful comments and especially love that your day was as special as you thought it would be. We all wish both of you the best always and hope to see you back at the Drake soon!
Cailyn H
5.0
9/05/2023
We had our dream wedding at The Drake Oakbrook. Karla & Jodi from the Drake’s event coordinating staff were amazing to work with. The food, service, and ambiance was everything we wanted and more. Our friends and family continue to rave about our wedding and we will remember and cherish our wedding day for the rest of our lives!
response 09/05/2023
Thank you Cailyn H for taking the time to share your experience. We were honored to be a ...
part of your special day and so happy to hear it was everything you wanted! We wish you both a lifetime of happiness.
Haley C
5.0
7/23/2023
Our experience at The Drake Oak Brook was incredibly special! This was the first venue we saw and we loved how friendly everyone was and how beautiful the space was. We met with Karla who was very kind and truly a life saver! Karla helped us to create our dream venue and we can’t thank her enough. Karla and Jodi were our communication leading up to the wedding and it was prompt and we always understood the tasks we had to complete. Our questions were always answered quickly and with a response that handled our request. On our wedding day the Drake staff was very helpful to our parents setting up and the staff at our wedding were amazing! This venue is absolutely stunning and everyone did everything they could to make this the best day ever!! We could no be happier with our choice and would recommend this venue for future events!
response 07/24/2023
Thank you Haley C for this wonderful review. The Drake team works to ensure your special ...
day is exactly what you want and we love to hear about the experience. We are honored to have been a part of this beautiful event! Wishing you both amazing congratulations and hope to see you back at the Drake soon!
K L
5.0
7/19/2023
Drake Oak Brook was a fabulous venue to host our wedding. Everything they said they would do they did. There were no hidden costs and everything was done in a professional manner.
The wedding Coordinators were wonderful as well. Thank you Drake for a memorable wedding !!!!
response 07/19/2023
Hi Kim L, thank you for taking the time to share you experience with us. We appreciate th...
e wonderful review and will share with our team. We are honored you chose us for your special day. Wishing you a lifetime of happiness!
Reilley S
5.0
7/12/2023
We held our wedding at The Drake Oak Brook and it was a wonderful experience. From the outset, the wedding coordinators were extremely supportive, responsive, accommodating, and professional when helping us to plan our day.
The venue exceeded our expectations as the Three Oaks Room, Flower Room, Veranda, and Grand Ballroom were all utilized to accommodate our large wedding. The space was elegant, clean, and first-class.
The food and beverages were excellent. Many of our guests commented about the quality of the food. The service was exceptional and the staff worked diligently to stay within our dinner timeline.
The hotel staff made the check-in process seamless for our guests. The bellman was helpful in loading our belongings for the wedding into the space before the event. Overall, the entire staff at The Drake Oak Brook were phenomenal.
The banquet coordinator on site during the day of our wedding was exceptional. She was helpful, polite, and polished. She made our guests feel welcome from start to finish. We felt like we were her priority and she did everything in her power to make our wedding dreams come true.
Overall, we would highly recommend hosting your wedding at The Drake Oak Brook. The event space, staff, food and beverage, hotel accommodations, etc. were second to none. We received positive feedback from our wedding guests regarding The Drake Oak Brook and are so thankful we chose this venue for our wedding day.
response 07/12/2023
Hi Reilley S, thank you for taking the time to share such a wonderful review of us. We ap...
preciate all of the kind and thoughtful remarks. We loved being a part of your special day and are honored to you chose us to host this beautiful occasion. We wish you both and your families a lifetime of happiness. We hope to see you back with us soon.
Maggie S
5.0
6/26/2023
We had the most amazing wedding at The Drake! My husband and I were looking for a one stop shop for our wedding, and The Drake delivered! We held our ceremony outside at the Gazebo, our cocktail hour on the Veranda wraparound balcony, and our reception in the Three Oaks Room. Everything flowed perfectly and every corner of The Drake was gorgeous! Our guests were RAVING about this venue. From the food, to the convenience, to all the beautiful photo backdrops, we couldn't have asked for anything more. The whole staff (especially our coordinators Jodi and Karla) were extremely attentive, helpful, and easy to work with throughout the entire planning process. Thank you so much to The Drake for helping us host the best day of our lives - we are forever grateful! For anyone searching for their wedding venue, you cannot go wrong with The Drake Oak Brook!
response 06/29/2023
Thank you Maggie S for taking the time to share your experience and posting this great pic...
ture. The fountain at sunset and the evening is one of our most favorite spots! We appreciate all of the kind comments! We were so honored to be a part of your special day! We hope to see you back with us soon!
Judy B
5.0
6/04/2023
The wedding at The Drake Oakbrook that we hosted for our daughter was absolutely wonderful. The accommodations were lovely, the food was delicious and the staff were all gracious and helpful. We could not have asked for a more outstanding venue.
response 06/05/2023
Thank you Judy B for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are so delighte...
d you chose the Drake and we were able to help make the special day for your daughter so memorable. We have to see you again soon!
Christina C
5.0
5/30/2023
The Drake Oakbrook and all of their staff made our wedding day a dream come true. From the beginning of wedding planning until the day of our wedding, there was efficient communication. We were amazed at how gorgeous the room turned out and how unique the indoor/outdoor locations were. Food and service was outstanding!
response 05/31/2023
Hi Christina C, thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback and also post...
these wonderful pictures. We are so honored you chose the Drake and hope you made special memories by having your event with us. We wish you both a lifetime of happiness.
Alyssa P
5.0
5/24/2023
The Drake is an outstanding wedding venue. Beautiful grounds and interior. Quick and fast communication throughout the whole wedding planning process. Helped set up decorations for wedding reception. Food was amazing. Helped clean up at the end of the night. Could not be more pleased with how smooth the evening went. Thank you so much!
response 05/24/2023
Thank you Alyssa P for taking the time to share your experience! We appreciate all of th...
e wonderful comments and we are so happy you chose the Drake to celebrate your special day. We wish you both a lifetime of happiness and hope to see you back with us soon!
Kathleen H
5.0
5/22/2023
Our wedding was the best day of our lives, in large part due to the wonderful venue we chose of the Drake Oak Brook! The event team were easy to work with and responsive to our many questions and requests. On the day of the actual event, we were blown away by how perfectly the venue flowed between cocktail hour, dinner, and dancing- it was absolutely perfect to be able to use both an outdoor space and an indoor space the whole night. We also felt so well-treated by the staff on the event day, with multiple team members checking in our every need and even making sure we took time away from the party to make sure we had much needed appetizers. Endless thanks and gratitude to the team at the Drake!
response 05/22/2023
Hi Kathleen, thank you so much for the kind comments and extraordinary review. We appreci...
ate you taking the time to share your feedback. The team was very excited about your event and it was awesome to watch it develop into an event of a lifetime. We wish you both and your families a lifetime of happiness!
Nikki B
5.0
1/10/2023
We got married at The Drake on NYE and it was the most special night ever. Melissa and all of the staff made it so easy and fun to get married here! All of our guests could not stop raving about how much fun they had and how incredible everything was from the staff to the food. 10/10 would recommend this venue to anyone!!!
response 01/10/2023
Thank you Nikki B for the wonderful review and kind comments. Your wedding was beautiful ...
and the perfect event to help us ring in the new year! Thank you for choosing the Drake and we all wish you a lifetime of happiness!
Nicole H
5.0
11/01/2022
We got married this past weekend at the Drake Oak Brook and it was amazing start to finish. Working with Karla, Jodi and Fabiola on making our perfect day come to life was wonderful. They made sure every detail was planned and answered my many, many email questions promptly. I even got to see them on the wedding day which was so great!
The venue was absolutely gorgeous and the entire team was so welcoming and accommodating. They checked in with the groom and I multiple times throughout the weekend and wedding day to make sure every detail was perfect. We got so many compliments on the food, the team and the beautiful venue. I couldn’t recommend the Drake Oak Brook more for your wedding.
response 11/01/2022
Thank you Nicole for taking the time to post such a wonderful review. We love when we can...
make our clients special day memorable for years to come. Thank you for choosing the Drake and allowing us to be part of your special day. We are honored and so happy for both of you and your families. We hope to see you back with us soon!
Kjersten H
5.0
10/12/2022
We loved having our wedding at The Drake! The grounds were beautiful and the reception being in the Three Oaks room (with all the windows) was simply gorgeous. Karla Caldera was excellent to work with and she helped us pivot to have our wedding ceremony at their Gazebo on the grounds at the last minute due to COVID issues. It was a stressful week leading up to the wedding but Karla and team were amazing and ultimately helped us with the ceremony and throw a great party. The guests loved the food and late night snacks, and the patio off the reception space was just perfect. I'm so glad we went with The Drake and can't recommend it enough.
response 10/12/2022
Thank you Kjersten H for taking the time to post this wonderful review. We appreciate all...
of the great comments on your experience. I know Karla worked to help accommodate all of the ways to make the event wonderful using the outside , Veranda and fountain. It sounded like it all worked and some times what looks like last minute stress can turn into blessings in disguise. The space worked out and the team was glad they could make your day special! We will share them with our staff and we hope to see you back with us again soon! Many best wishes!
Ryan O
5.0
10/06/2022
- [ ] If your looking for a venue that is the perfect combination of elegant and intimate then this is the place! From the delicious food, to the professionalism of the staff, the organization during the planning process, to the gorgeous detailing of the entire venue, we could not recommend having your wedding here enough! The flower room with the live greenery wall made the perfect space for our ceremony, the veranda was the hit of the night as the setup was spacious and well lit to enjoy some time outside, and the ornate three oaks room allowed our guests to dance all night long. Thank you to Karla, Jodi, Ana, and the entire Drake staff for making our wedding PERFECT!
response 10/06/2022
Thank you Ryan for taking the time to give us a review. We appreciate all of the kind wor...
ds. It sounds like the weather cooperated and you could enjoy the beauty of the Drake as it is meant to be. Thank you for mentioning our staff, the collective goal our team is to make your special day as memorable as possible. We love that is was perfect. We hope to see you back again with us soon. Many best wishes!
Kathy G
5.0
8/18/2022
I must share my experience with everyone looking to book an event. I wanted to say THANK YOU so much for an amazing experience this past weekend to The Drake Oak Brook. I will need to recognize all the staff from The Drake on an Amazing job. Hosting our 25 Year Wedding Anniversary at The Drake was the best decision. I have absolutely no complaints whatsoever. The staff and everyone involved in making this event happen were absolutely AMAZING.
I cannot thank them enough for helping me through this process that turned out beyond expectations for us and all our guest. All our guest were raving about our event and The Drake made this happen.
I appreciate their time, effort and multiple phone calls to make this event happen. This anniversary party was better than our actual wedding. We enjoyed every minute.
response 08/18/2022
Thank you for taking the time to create this great post. We are so happy you chose the Dr...
ake for this memorable event, thank you for sharing your experience. We hope to see you back soon with us. Happy Anniversary!
Ashleigh A
5.0
5/17/2022
I cannot say enough wonderful things about this venue! From the grounds, to the newly renovated beautiful rooms, the food - and best of all, the staff!
My husband and I wanted a wedding venue that could be a one stop event. We had many friends and family come in from out of town and we knew we didn't want people jumping from place to place for the events. Once we found The Drake, we knew it was perfect. Unlike nearby venues, it was smaller, but also had private spaces to not feel as if we were all on top of each other. Our older family members did not have to walk far to get anywhere. We had our rehearsal dinner, ceremony, and reception all on the grounds. We shut the bar down almost every night!
Outside of the venue being near perfect, it was Karla and the hotel staff that really helped make the decision easy for us. From the initial email that Karla sent when I requested a quote, to meeting her in person, and throughout the entire process - I cannot say enough good things about her, Fabiola, and Anna. There were many times I would even call Karla to vent or to pick her mind on suggestions and advice and she was phenomenal.
Even when the weather did not cooperate with our hopes, the wedding was still a hit and so beautiful. I kept telling the staff and Karla how they flat out spoiled us and made us feel special. From the bartenders, the front desk staff, the banquet team (and Enrique!) - they treated us like family.
We would do it all again in a heartbeat and would not change a THING about our wedding and this venue!!
response 05/17/2022
Thank you Ashleigh A for taking the time to review our property. And thank you for this b...
eautiful review. We are so happy that you picked us to be a part of your special day. We know all that goes in to planning this memorable event and for honored to be apart of it. We hope to see you back to celebrate soon! Wishing a lifetime of happiness from all of us at the Drake!
Ruthann E
5.0
1/05/2022
We had our reception in the Flower Room of the Drake Oakbrook.
They worked with us as we had to change our date 3 times with Covid an honored the pricing from 2020 for our 2021 event.
Everything about it was amazing. We had both the room and the outdoor space for our cocktail hour and after dinner. It was really nice to have the outdoor space for the whole event. Everyone loved the food and the service was great.
We also had many people staying at the hotel. The rooms have been redone and are very nice. Everyone who stayed there was very complementary of the hotel. The suite that they gave the us to get ready was perfect.
We also had a post wedding breakfast buffet for our family and guests that stayed at the hotel the next morning. Everything was wonderful. Again, people commented on how good the food and service were.
They made our day special and very easy for the bride and groom to host.
response 01/05/2022
Hello Ruthann, Thank you so much for taking the time to review the hotel and for the wonde...
rful remarks. The Drake team takes proud in making each event special and memorable. The outdoor space is perfect is beautiful and on a beautiful really makes the event. Thank you again for choosing the Drake and we hope to see you back soon for another event!
Dana L
5.0
10/01/2021
I fell in love with the Drake when attending high tea in 2018. I knew that the Drake was where I wanted to have my wedding. What I did not know was how truly amazing the staff is at the Drake. We worked with Jill Hare who is incredible, a joy to work with. She responded to emails promptly, never made me feel like I was bothering her with my million questions and was always so kind and sweet. The day of we worked with Anna who was also amazing and so easy to work with. I got ready at the Drake, Anna and Jill made a point to check on me several times which truly meant a lot. The food at the wedding was AMAZING!! Everyone is still talking about it. My husband and I also ate at the restaurant for dinner and breakfast and we were blown away with the food. We had a waitress the night before the wedding, we talked to her for over a half an hour and we ended our meal with hugs, she was the sweetest. Our hotel room was also beautiful, we were gifted champagne and a fruit and cheese tray as well. If I had to plan another wedding, I would hands down choose the Drake Oak Brook. I promise you will not be disappointed. Thank you to the Drake for the BEST wedding weekend, we can not thank you enough for making all our wedding dreams come true!!
response 10/05/2021
Hi Dana L., thank you so much for the kind words and beautiful comments. The staff is alwa...
ys so pleased to here their efforts made an impression. Mostly thank you for allowing us to be a part of your special day. You both were so wonderful and to be a part of your special day meant the world to us! We wish you a lifetime of happiness!
Bre M
5.0
9/13/2021
Since the first time my husband and I stepped foot in The Drake, we knew it was our venue.
Upon our first visit in 2019, we met with Gina. She walked us through the then under construction rooms. The hotel was at the time renovating its guest rooms to become part of the Marriott Autograph hotel collection. Let me tell you, it's tough to believe a sales person when she walks you through dusty hallways to one complete, albeit beautiful, room and says, "Don't worry it'll be done by next summer."
We researched countless additional venues and visited about six and nothing held a candle to the vibe, service and overall aesthetic of The Drake. So we really put our faith in the construction being done.
The little touches are what really make this place wonderful. We had champagne with Gina when we signed our contract, our menu tasting with Michael was not only delicious, but also incredibly fun and the communication was clear and organized.
When we decided to postpone our wedding an entire year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the team made sure our date was available and kept us abreast of the changing event landscape so that we could plan accordingly. And guess what... the construction was beyond done by that point and The Drake is looking as beautiful as ever.
Our wedding week was seamless. Michael arranged a time for us to drop off all of our decor two days before our event and stored everything in a safe place. Upon arrival at the venue the day of our wedding, Michael greeted us, said hello to our parents and delivered a plate of happy hour appetizers to the bridal party. The room looked impeccable and the evening could not have been more perfect. It really was the wedding of our dreams.
Guests complimented us on the ambiance of the venue, the food and the accommodations. If we had to choose two things to improve upon, they'd be the room reservation system and the delivery of welcome bags for our guests. When booking rooms, guests needed to book through the Marriot system which was a bit unforgiving. There were a few instances where we were booking rooms on behalf of our guests or trying to work with Michael to acquire certain rooms we needed (which is out of his team's control). Additionally, we took the time to pack welcome bags for each of our guests staying at the hotel, but unfortunately less than half of our guests received them because they were not handed out at check-in.
Overall, this place is a gem and we plan to celebrate our anniversary here every year. Michael and Gina are an incredible team and our experience was extremely positive and memorable. We'd work with this team to plan another event in a heartbeat.
response 09/13/2021
Hi Bre M, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We appreciate all of the kind com...
ments and will be sure to share them with the team. We are honored to be a part of your special day and look forward to the next event you will have with us!
Lisa H
5.0
7/28/2021
Our wedding day was truly a dream come true and we can't thank Karla at the Drake along with the other staff who played a huge role in making our day so special. From the initial booking, throughout the planning process, to the day of- everyone was so accommodating! The staff at the Drake made us and the guests feel so special. The communication and organization helped the day of run so smoothly. The Drake is not only a beautiful place, but the service and staff are unmatched. So thankful to have had our wedding here- highly recommend!!
response 07/28/2021
Thank you Lisa H for sharing this review and the recommendation! Karla works hard with th...
e team to make the day special and to create a lifetime of memories. Thank you for choosing us! Best wish to you both!
Natalia L
5.0
7/20/2021
I highly recommend the Drake Oak Brook. Planning a wedding for 250 guests in less than eight weeks is no easy task, but Michael Dubina and the fantastic team at the Drake Oak Brook made the whole process smooth and seamless. Here are some of the highlights of our experience.
1. Incredible Staff: Every person involved in the process was extremely attentive. Michael Dubina has a gift for planning and execution. He has a great eye for detail. The banquet captain, Niri, did an amazing job of keeping the staff on task and the wedding on schedule. He was readily available in case we had any questions or last minute requests. Finally, the servers provided quality service to our guests. They were there from start to finish. At the end of the night, they so kindly collected all the forgotten items and helped us get everything packed. Then less than 6 hours later, some returned to help with our brunch in the morning.
2. Great Food: A big kudos to the chefs. The food was DELICIOUS and left guests satisfied. Guests are still talking about the entrees and how they loved the late night snack of tacos.
3. Nice Location: 250 guests at 10 to a table fit very comfortably inside the Grand Ballroom. Access to the cocktail room and hotel bar gave a spacious feel to event. Parking was plentiful.
4. Decor: The chiavari chairs and chargers really took the decor to the next level.
Thank you to the wonderful people at the Drake Oak Brook. You really made my sister’s wedding a dream come true. Best wishes as you continue to make more dreams into realities.
response 07/20/2021
Thank you Natalia for posting such a lovely review. Michael and the team work hard to cre...
ate memorable experiences and we love to hear all about them! Best of luck to the Bride and Groom and look forward to seeing you here at your next event!!
Nicholas L
5.0
7/12/2021
Our wedding was perfect! Karla was a joy to work with and made planning a breeze. We couldn't have asked for a better person to work with, nor could we have asked for a more friendly group of staff to serve our guests. We can't recommend this venue enough!
response 07/12/2021
Hi Nicholas L, Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review and we thank you for...
the 5 stars! We are so glad that your experience was what we all want here at the Drake! Karla and her team work hard to help make the day memorable and when you share your experience, we are just all so happy to have been a part of it! Best wishes to both of you!!
Victoria L
5.0
7/12/2021
Michael and The Drake exceeded our expectations and then some! We started to plan our wedding at the tail end of the pandemic with not enough time at all, roughly 8 weeks to be exact. I did not have high expectations because of this and was frankly just hoping to find a venue let alone our dream venue. In a stroke of luck, we found The Drake and Michael. He is kind, organized, and so professional. He took care of all the little details and made sure everything ran smoothly. The Drake itself is gorgeous but it is truly the staff that makes this place shine.
response 07/12/2021
Thank you Victoria L for taking time to post this awesome review! We are so glad you allo...
wed us to be a part of your special day! Thank you for all of the kind words and most importantly for letting us be a part of your special and memorable day! Best WIshes to both of you!
Irene L
5.0
7/10/2021
Due to COVID restrictions, I planned my sister's wedding in under 8 weeks. As luck would have it, the Drake Grand Ballroom was available. Michael made the process so easy that I did not feel rushed at all. He guided us step by step. He was only a quick phone call away if we had any questions. All our guests kept raving how delicious the food was. I was impressed with the service. The same servers who assisted in the wedding were there to help us for the farewell brunch to the bride and groom. I will definitely have my next big family event hosted by the Drake and Michael.
response 07/12/2021
Thank you Irene L for taking the time to post your wonderful review. We are glad in these...
unprecedented times, we were able to quickly pull everything together as if you had been planning it for years. We loved that we could be a part of your celebration and definitely hope to see you at another event soon! Best Wishes to all of you!
Simona R
5.0
6/29/2021
My husband and I are grateful that we chose the Drake Oak Brook Hotel to host our wedding reception on June 13, 2021!
Michael Dubina was our catering sales manager. He did a phenomenal job coordinating our event from the very beginning. As you all may know, planning an event during covid is no walk in the park. To make things even more stressful, my husband and I planned our reception from out of state. Michael Dubina helped make things easier on us. He always responded to our concerns in a timely manner and provided helpful advice throughout the entire planning process. The food tasting was so much fun! Michael always cracked the best jokes and made us laugh the entire time.
On the day of the wedding, Michael Dubina and the staff at the Drake Oakbrook did an excellent job coordinating the event. All of our guests absolutely loved the cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and food! We received SO many compliments. Our guests are still talking about our wedding! The light up dance floor was absolutely gorgeous ! I also want to mention that all of my guests absolutely enjoyed staying at the hotel!
Overall our experience with hosting our reception at the Drake Oakbrook was AMAZING. My husband and I will truly miss laughing with Michael Dubina.
The only feedback I want to provide is that we paid for top shelf and towards the end of the event my husband noticed that the bartenders were serving different liquor. We did bring this to the attention of the Drake Oakbrook.
If you're looking for a reception event space with an awesome catering manager (Michael Dubina!), great hors d'oeuvres, and amazing food, LOOK NO FURTHER! The Drake Oakbrook will not disappoint.
response 06/30/2021
Hi Simona! Thank you for taking the time to post a review with all of these wonderful com...
ments. Each wedding is so unique in it's own way but what is not unique is the experience you can count on here at the Drake. Our Catering Managers, in the case Michael D, are top notch and really go above and beyond to try and make the day as special as it can be. I am so happy to read that this came shining through and that Michael was able to create a memorable event for everyone! We wish you both a lifetime of happiness.
Penny A
5.0
6/23/2021
Our wedding specialist, Karla Moctezuma assisted with all the details making our wedding day just a perfect in every way. The staff at the Drake is the best--so professional and attentive!
response 06/24/2021
Hi Penny!
Thank you so much for taking the time to post this 5 Star review. Karla is awes...
ome and we are so glad that you got to experience her wonderful customer service.
Best wishes to you both! We hope to see you again soon!
Meredith D
5.0
6/11/2021
If you want your special day to be elegant and your guests to have a great time, look no further, this is the venue for you! From the moment you step into the newly-remodeled lobby you are instantly transported into a state of elegance.
My husband and I worked with them for just over two years due to COVID forcing us to reschedule our reception, and they made everything so simple and enjoyable. If you're looking for a personal touch and to feel valued in your planning process, The Drake is most definitely a great choice.
The food is also absolutely amazing! My guests are still talking to me about their experience and loved the food, drinks, light up dance floor, and how amazing the staff was.
If all of the above comments don't persuade you enough, I am the third generation in my family to have my reception here. Their service has been top notch since my grandparents got married and has gotten even better with time.
response 06/14/2021
Thank you Meredith D for this wonderful post about Michael and the team here at the Drake....
We are honored to be a part of your special day and make it as memorable as we possibly can. It sounds like the work of the team here at the Drake led by Michael and his efforts all came shining through. Thank you again and best wishes to both of you!
Kate D
5.0
6/07/2021
If you are looking for a venue that is absolutely stunning, classy, elegant, jaw dropping, a place that has a marvelous event staff & incredible food then look no further!
We had the pleasure of working with Michael Dubina as our coordinator & Karina as our banquet captain. We cannot put into words how incredibly grateful we are for the both of them! Michael truly got to know us & our families at our tasting. Michael paid attention to details and things we mentioned in passing all to truly capture & prioritize what was important to us as a couple. Michael responded to any questions we had immediately! We always felt he was there to support us, coordinate details on our behalf and helped us make a decision when we were at a wedding planning roadblock! Most importantly Michael kept us laughing during this whole process. The banquet captain Karina is a wonderful person! She cared for us & our guest as if we were guest in her home. She will never know how much that meant to us!!! We also had several guest w/food allergies. The Drake staff did a WONDERFUL job making sure every server was aware what tables had food allergies or needed special accommodations.
On 06/05/21 we were one of two (possibly three) weddings at the Drake Oak Brook. Picking a venue with multiple event spaces was a concern of ours however I can honestly say we did not even know or realize that other weddings were being hosted that evening until after 12a when all the weddings headed to the Drake’s amazing bar for the after party!!! Also I would highly suggest staying overnight as the rooms are simply stunning! Thank you to everyone at the Drake Oak Brook for going above & beyond for our incredible day!!!
response 06/24/2021
Hi Kate D! Thank you for taking the time to post this wonderful review. We are so happy ...
you received the true Drake experience with Michael being by your side the entire way. Our table works hard to accommodate all of the requests and so happy you allowed us to be a part of your special day! Best wishes to you both!
Megan D
5.0
5/28/2021
My husband and I had our wedding here and it was an absolute DREAM! Karla and her team are truly amazing. Karla was responsive, understanding, professional and overall incredible! For any bride and groom looking for an amazing wedding, the drake oakbrook is the place for that! A special bonus, the food is INCREDIBLE!
response 06/14/2021
Thank you Megan D for the wonderful comments about Karla and the team. We are glad you we...
re able to experience all of Karla's efforts to make your day so memorable. The team works hard to make sure every occasion is momentous and looks like this came shining through. Best wishes to you both!
Brett K
5.0
5/18/2021
We recently had a wedding at the Drake Oakbrook. The entire staff was extremely accommodating especially, Michael Dubina. His level of service and attention to detail was was a 10/10. Many venues fall short of the experience that Michael brings to the table. My wife and I are very satisfied with our experience at the Drake.
John M
5.0
5/13/2021
The best experience we could’ve asked for on the most important day of our lives - Michael and team were beyond professional, creative and responsive throughout the planning process. THANK YOU!!!
Lisa S
5.0
5/08/2021
If you want an elegant, flawlessly executed event with delicious food, see Michael Dubina at The Drake Oakbrook! He coordinated my daughter’s wedding and made the day incredibly special. Thank you Michael and team! With much gratitude and appreciation - the MoB and FoB!
Mary S
5.0
3/25/2021
I would highly recommend the Drake in Oak Brook Illinois for your special day! Planning a wedding in the middle of Covid was making my daughter and I very nervous! We had been looking at other venues in the Chicago area, but once we met Michael Dubina our event coordinator we knew we were in the right hands!
The Drake Oakbrook is a beautiful glamorous venue. There’s a fountain and gazebo outside that made for some stunning photography!. The bar indoors has a very cool vibe and made for some very classy one of a kind pictures! The ceremony room is unique and gorgeous!It was beautifully set up for our ceremony and open bar/appetizers in between ceremony and dinner.
They had for our use a private space for the bridal party to get ready with plenty of space and natural light.
I really cannot praise the staff enough! Michael is very kind and personable and guided us step-by-step through the whole process. Anna,Jesus, Jose, and many others were very attentive and helpful even in the days leading up to my daughters wedding.
The food from appetizers to dessert was simply amazing! Even this exceeded our expectations. All of our guests had a wonderful time.
The renovated rooms are beautiful, and the Drake did offer my daughter and her new husband a complementary bridal suite for that night.
The location is easy in-easy out for anyone in the Chicagoland area.
We are so pleased to have selected the Drake Hotel for the venue for our daughters wedding! All said and done, we did not want this night to end!
Meagan B
5.0
12/17/2020
The Drake hosted my wedding in November 2020. I had signed the contract with them almost 2 years prior to my wedding date. Cathleen Knobbe was our initial wedding coordinator who was easy to talk to, available when I needed her, a hospitality professional, and someone who I initially had a connection with. She was amazing. As you can imagine, continuing to move forward with a wedding during a pandemic was a stressful time for me. Almost everything did not go as planned, yet my new wedding coordinator, Karla Moctezuma, was there to help me every step of the way. Karla is professional, a very good communicator, accommodating, encouraging, thoughtful, and is focused. I couldn’t have asked for a better wedding specialist. She exceeded my expectations. Along with my now husband and my parents, we all felt like Karla did her job, but also went above and beyond to ensure we had our special and perfect wedding day no matter what the circumstances and all the changes that there were. Her and her staff, including David and Francisco, and many many more professional employees staffed at The Drake, made our wedding personalized, special, and fun.
If you are planning a wedding, check out The Drake! The culture and the environment is inviting and not to mention they just remodeled almost all of the hotel with a modern and contemporary twist. You will not be disappointed and your guests will be in awe and shocked on how nice the rooms are. My guests loved their hotel rooms.
The owners of the Drake, Telly & Jim Nagel, are regular people just like you and I. They are at The Drake often. Every time I saw them while visiting the venue, they greeted me and treated me like I was in their home. One time, Telly even offered me a cup of tea! They are the nicest and cutest couple.
Thank you to Karla and The Drake Family for being accommodating, professional, and hard working so that my husband and I had our special wedding day that we planned for 2 years. I already recommended a few other brides to be to The Drake and will continue to recommend. I will also be a loyal customer and continue to come to the Drake and host other events there too!
Steven L
5.0
12/16/2020
When I called Michael Dubina, the Executive Events Manager at the Drake Oak Brook, with only 19 days left before our wedding, I did not think that our dream wedding would be possible. However, I was quickly proven wrong. From the moment I spoke with Michael, I knew that we would be taken care of. Michael went to extraordinary lengths to make sure it was our dream wedding. Everything from the decorations to the table placement was handled with the utmost care. Michael treated us as if we were family. This is something that every couple should expect when working with the family owned Drake. I truly cannot be any more appreciative and grateful for Michael and his staff. He was able to give us our dream wedding in a matter of 19 days. I cannot imagine what he is capable of putting together with a year of planning. Michael and the Drake will always have a special place in our hearts for all of their work. We cannot recommend it enough!
response 06/01/2021
Hello Steven L, Thank you so much for taking the time to give us a review. It sounds lik...
e your experience with our hotel was a exactly what we strive for and Michael was able to show your the true Drake Oakbrook experience. Thank you for allowing us to be apart of your special day and we hope to have the opportunity to be a part of your next event. Congratulations and we wish you the best!
Kim P
5.0
12/16/2020
The Drake OakBrook is a magical place to have your wedding reception. Michael Dubina, executive events manager, was so unbelievable awesome to work with. When we first met with him he just listened to what our vision for our wedding was and then he went to work. He captured everything right down to every last detail. Anna the event coordinator, Manny the head server and James the bellman all deserve a special shout out for going the extra mile. We would highly recommend the Drake for any event. It is a beautiful setting and an excellent staff.
Maddie K
5.0
11/19/2020
Every part of our experience with The Drake was first class.
From the first day we stepped into the hotel for our initial tour, we were blown away at the friendliness, attentiveness, and professionalism of the entire wedding staff. Throughout the entire planning process, they were clear and communicative, and always made us feel as though we had everything we needed and more.
When COVID hit and we had to adjust our day, they clearly outlined our options and worked with us to make sure our big day would still be everything we wanted it to be (or as close as possible).
On our wedding day, we were blown away with how smooth everything went. The professionalism of the staff and safety measures put in place made all of our guests feel welcome and safe. Even with a last minute shift from our ceremony moving from outside to inside due to weather, the entire process was seamless.
To this day, our guests continue to rave about how beautiful the venue was, how AMAZING the food was, and how great of a time they had.
Finally, our wedding coordinator Michael deserves a special shoutout for how unbelievably professional, personable, and helpful he was. If you work with him, you'll be in great hands.
Marne W
5.0
11/01/2020
The Drake is a beautiful property! Our wedding there was a fairytale thanks to Karla and her dedication and attention to detail. We were so happy to have the chance to work with her. Even in a difficult time like this, we were able to feel normal on our big day. We can't thank them enough!
Danielle D
5.0
10/29/2020
Absolutely fantastic! The staff is incredible, the food was outstanding, and the price was great! We booked here very last minute since COVID-19 forced us to abandon our initial wedding venue. I am beyond happy that we were "forced" to change venues. It was all perfect. Karla made all of our dreams come true.
Kristie S
5.0
10/21/2020
We had an absolutely incredible experience with The Drake. From the time we booked our wedding date in April of 2019 to getting married on October 3, 2020 Gina was their to assist us every step of the way. She was extremely knowledgeable of the services, how to create your wedding vision and ensuring every request was accounted for.
Although COVID did modify our plans, The Drake was flexible and worked with us to safely create the day we always imagined. They did a wonderful job and we received so many compliments from all who attended.
We 100% recommend.
Alice T
5.0
9/25/2020
The Drake Oakbrook saved our wedding day! We unexpectedly had to change our venue during our planning process. Gina and Karla were accommodating and worked with us until our big day. Everything was perfect from the food to the quality of service. Karla checked-in with us throughout our special day and made sure everything was perfect. The team at Drake truly made our special day extra special and we cannot thank them enough for hosting our wedding. It will stay with us forever!
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