Kenosha Wedding Venues

The Stella Hotel & Ballroom

Your Dream Wedding in Downtown Kenosha, Wisconsin
5 out of 5 stars and 8 reviews
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Kenosha, WI
Kenosha, WI Milwaukee, WI Chicago, IL
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Holds ceremonies and receptions

About this venue

Nestled in the heart of Kenosha, WI, The Stella Hotel & Ballroom is a stunning wedding venue. This space dates back to the early 1900s and has retained the charm and enchantment of the time. Now, you and your sweetheart can say "I do" and enjoy an evening of festivities with your loved ones in this stylish hotel. Decorated with beauty and refinement in mind, the hotel has an air of luxury that can elevate any celebration. The team here offers full-service packages so you and your love can plan the day with ease, assured of an experience that keeps you at the heart of it all. The spacious venue can accommodate up to 225 of your friends and family, not just for the ceremony and reception, but for the engagement party, wedding showers, and rehearsal dinner, too. The two-story ballroom is filled with natural light from large framed windows, bouncing effortlessly around the brightly-colored, neutral interior. Here, you can exchange vows, dine, and dance beneath ornate chandelier lighting. The ballroom has an adjoining bar with space for up to 30 guests. The space includes an outdoor terrace for a breath of fresh air throughout the day, and you can also avail of the onsite get-ready suite. From The Crow's Nest Rooftop Bar to the 1844 Table & Mash restaurant, catering and bar services will be provided with a decadent flourish. Your special day can be arranged with the help of an experienced event planner who will assist in finding the best all-inclusive package for your needs. This pro will also oversee set-up and clean-up while you enjoy your celebration. All dinnerware and barware will be provided for your meal, along with linens and anything else you may need. When the evening has ended, you and your guests can relax and unwind in any of the 68 rooms and 12 suites at The Stella Hotel & Ballroom.
7+ years in business
Speaks English
Small team (2-10 members)
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
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
Historic Venue
Hotel
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Cupcakes
Other Desserts
Food & Catering
Planning
Rentals & Equipment
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Meet the team
  • Vendor
    Amy
    Sales Manager
    Amy joined The Stella team in February 2024, bringing over 20 years of experience in the wedding and event industry. Her journey began with a wedding and event rescue business she started with her mother, sparking her lifelong passion for crafting unforgettable event experiences. For Amy, the most fulfilling aspect of her role is ensuring clients enjoy their events worry-free, knowing she has meticulously handled every detail to create a flawless experience. Outside of work, Amy cherishes time with her husband and three children. She is also deeply involved in Wisconsin DeMolay and Job's Daughters, organizations that shaped her youth and continue to inspire her commitment to youth development. Amy's dedication and expertise make her the perfect choice to design and oversee your next event at The Stella Hotel & Ballroom, ensuring it is executed with precision and personalized flair. 🌺
Reviews
5.0
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8 reviews
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The Stella is a stunning historic venue with a gorgeous ballroom, balcony, and comfortable bridal suite in a convenient downtown location. Guests praise the delicious, non‑banquet quality food and attentive bar service, including careful handling of dietary allergies. Staff are professional, organized, and made the planning and wedding day stress‑free.
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7/15/2025
We hosted my daughter's wedding at the Stella last weekend and I cannot say enough about how wonderful the staff, the food and the whole experience turned out. Deanna and Tiffany (...
supported by Tori, Jonah and more) were there making sure we always had what we needed before we knew we needed it. Deanna helped us stay organized from the moment we signed the contract through the actual ceremony and reception. The whole event went perfectly and everyone had a wonderful time. People came up to me to say that the meals didn't taste like banquet food - they were delicious! This is even more incredible because they managed serious food allergies for key people including the bride. To create an entire rehearsal dinner that is gluten free and then to carefully insure that everyone with an allergy had food they could eat at the reception is amazing. The ballroom was beautiful, the bridal suite was exactly what and where we needed it be and the guests that stayed over enjoyed the hotel and surrounding businesses.
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1/26/2025
I had my wedding here last October and it was a dream come true! Deanna, our venue coordinator, was so incredibly helpful walking us through everything and making sure the big day ...
was flawless! Food was fantastic. Bar service was amazing. Staff was so attentive and friendly and made me feel like a VIP! The ballroom is very beautiful and has a nice balcony for your guests to cool off. Everyone told me that this was the most beautiful wedding they’ve ever been to!
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7/22/2024
The Stella is an absolutely stunning venue. The ballroom and balcony are simply gorgeous and provided the airy, light-filled vibe we were hoping for. The food was great, Deanna was...
fun to work with, and the hotel itself was wonderful. Highly recommended!
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6/09/2024
The Stella is a beautiful venue! The food was fantastic; the event staff were awesome and accommodating. Deanna was a pleasure to work with. The front desk staff were very helpfu...
l and welcoming, too. And our room (a suite) was beautifully decorated and very comfortable. You can’t beat the location! Within walking distance of several of Kenosha’s hot spots. I’d definitely recommend The Stella for all of your party needs!
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1/01/2024
We loved The Stella! It was exactly what we were looking for in a wedding venue. The ballroom was beautifully done and was the perfect space for both our ceremony and reception. Th...
e staff was excellent. The day of our wedding, Deanna was there first thing in the morning to make sure everything was running as smoothly as possible and Dameon made sure the food and bar were running perfectly. They both made sure that our day went as well as it could with zero hiccups, it was the perfect day! The food was also excellent, and to this day our guests still talk about how much fun they had and how much they loved the Stella. I highly recommend this venue!
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12/30/2023
The Stella has been my dream venue since it opened, and it exceeded my high expectations! The historic architecture is gorgeous, with beautiful natural light, but even more importa...
ntly, the staff members are wonderful. Deanna, Dameon and Danielle are all kind and professional, and went above and beyond to make my husband and I feel special! They are detail oriented, with touching gestures like a lobby welcome sign with our names on it for our tasting. The team has impressive tenure, and the output to back it up. I felt 100% worry free with the team handling everything, which was a blessing. Not many brides can say that they didn’t feel stressed on the morning of the wedding day, but I can! My day went without a hitch (and if there was a hitch, I didn’t notice!). I would choose the Stella as my wedding venue a hundred times over again. I enjoyed every trip I made to meet with Deanna, even when the wedding planning had me a little stressed. If the Stella is on your list, I say DO IT! *Photos by Lish Marie Photography Flowers by Julie Moyer (Flowers at the Inn) Dress from Bon Bon Belle
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7/16/2023
We absolutely loved The Stella for our wedding venue! We received so many compliments from our guests about how beautiful the space was. Deanna and Dameon were so helpful throughou...
t the wedding planning process, setting up the day before, and coordinating on the day of. Deanna was very responsive during the planning portion and never seemed bothered by my million questions. Dameon had wonderful energy throughout the night and took care of collecting all of our decorations / props at the end of the night so that we could enjoy ourselves. We are so thankful for everyone’s help! Extra plus was the beautiful bridal suite for getting ready and keeping our belongings in throughout the day. Highly recommend The Stella for a wedding. So excited to return for future anniversaries to relive the best day of our lives! Thank you!!
AvatarJ
4/05/2023
I could go on forever about this venue and staff. The venue itself is gorgeous and made for the perfect backdrop to our classical romantic themed wedding. Lots of natural lighting ...
and tall ceilings. The location is beautiful in downtown Kenosha. Our guests were raving about how beautiful the venue was. The bridal suite is beautiful and was able to accommodate a large group of ladies. But most importantly, it's the staff. Deanna and Dameon, who were our wedding coordinators were incredible. So accommodating and attentive. I never had to worry about anything on our big day because of them and their amazing service staff. I highly recommend the Stella for any event!

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5706 8th Ave, Kenosha, WI
5706 8th Ave, Kenosha, WI
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