Hyland Hills Chalet

Vows with a view.

Holds ceremonies and receptions

5.0

Praised by couples for:

Amenities

Guests comfort

Unique aesthetic style

Hyland Hills is a beautiful wedding venue!! The floor to ceiling windows and gorgeous ski hill are a great backdrop and it was so nice to have the option of indoor ceremony or outdoor ceremony. We paid for their day-of coordinator service and were blown away by how easy Gabby made the day. We had a few meetings with her before the wedding and felt that every detail was thoroughly addressed. We did feel that renting chairs for the ceremony was necessary so we didn't have to worry about setup and tear down and would recommend budgeting for that (+ ~$1,500 for 215 chairs). We loved having our wedding at Hyland Hills and would absolutely recommend the venue and their day-of coordination service!

Jacob M.

5.0

Hyland Hills were well equipped to host our wedding. They were incredibly clear about what was and wasn’t allowed during the wedding ceremony, cocktail hour and reception. We had slideshows running, music and dance floor, well equipped bar space and clean facilities for all aspects of the event. We did the chair lift option and were married on the top of the hill- there are a lot of details to think of with this - and we had great guidance from Suzanne about timing guest arrival, coordination for shuttles for folks with little ones/ mobility difficulties and fears of heights. They had plenty of hands on deck to ensure smooth operation of the lift and entry/exit of guests onto and off of the lift.

Emily D.

5.0

Suzanne Claseman

MANAGER

Typically responds within 24h

Hyland Hills Chalet — A Wedding Venue Unlike Any Other Imagine exchanging vows on a hilltop, your guests arriving by chairlift, with sweeping views of 1,000 acres of parkland stretching out around you. At Hyland Hills Chalet, nestled inside the breathtaking Hyland Lake Park Reserve just outside Minneapolis, your wedding day becomes a true experience. A Stunning Space for Up to 300 Guests Inside the chalet, the Alpine Room sets the scene with a soaring pine ceiling, 40-foot windows, and an abundance of natural light — equally magical for an intimate ceremony or a full reception. Step outside to the outdoor patio for cocktail hour and yard games, and enjoy that perfect indoor-outdoor flow all evening. Weekend rentals also include the Ridgeview Room, ideal as a bridal suite or storage space. Say "I Do" Your Way Choose from three ceremony settings: the elegant Alpine Room indoors, the open-air Great Lawn, or the showstopping Top of the Hill — an optional hilltop site available June 1–September 30 where your guests ride up by chairlift to witness your vows surrounded by panoramic views. It's an unforgettable moment no other venue can offer. Everything You Need, All in One Place Hyland Hills takes care of the details so you don't have to. Your rental includes tables and chairs, a dance floor, dressing rooms, a full sound system, AV with projector and screen, and a dedicated on-site event assistant. Bar service is handled exclusively by the venue (beer & wine), and you'll choose your caterer from a curated list of top local partners. Need more? Add a day-of coordinator, outdoor PA, high-tops, décor rentals, and more. Plan Ahead The chalet is available for private event rentals late April through September 30 only. Want to see it in person? Contact us for a private tour! Join one of our monthly Open Houses (4–6 PM) on June 16, July 14, August 4, September 15, or October 6 — or stop by a summer Wednesday Happy Hour from 4–8 PM. Your dream venue is waiting. Come see it for yourself.

9+ years in business

Speaks English, Spanish

Small team (2-10 members)

Amenities + details

Amenities

Ceremony Area

Dressing Room

Handicap Accessible

Indoor Event Space

Outdoor Event Space

Reception Area

Wireless Internet

Ceremony Types

Commitment Ceremony

Interfaith Ceremony

Non-Religious Ceremony

Religious Ceremony

Second Wedding

Vow Renewal Ceremony

Settings

Ballroom

Park

Trees

Venue Service Offerings

Bar & Drinks

Food & Catering

Any questions?

Meet the team

Suzanne Claseman

Manager

Since 2018, I have been with Three Rivers Park District specializing in events and group sales at the Hyland Hills Ski Area. I love all things sparkly, crafty, and spending time with my family. Fun Fact... I was Miss Congeniality at a Junior Miss Pagent a zillion years ago!

5.0

out of 5.0

39 reviews

Your trust is our goal. Our community relies on honest reviews to help you make those big decisions with ease.

Review Summary

This AI-generated summary is a snapshot of this vendor's ratings and feedback.

Hyland Hills is a beautiful, versatile, and affordable wedding venue with floor-to-ceiling windows, ski‑hill views, indoor/outdoor ceremony options, and many photo spots. Staff and day‑of coordination were repeatedly praised as responsive, detail‑oriented, and helpful with logistics like lift access and shuttles. The site is well‑equipped with bars, parking, and eco‑friendly practices; budget separately for rented ceremony chairs.

Search reviews

Jacob M

9/27/2026

Hyland Hills is a beautiful wedding venue!! The floor to ceiling windows and gorgeous ski hill are a great backdrop and it was so nice to have the option of indoor ceremony or outd...

oor ceremony. We paid for their day-of coordinator service and were blown away by how easy Gabby made the day. We had a few meetings with her before the wedding and felt that every detail was thoroughly addressed. We did feel that renting chairs for the ceremony was necessary so we didn't have to worry about setup and tear down and would recommend budgeting for that (+ ~$1,500 for 215 chairs). We loved having our wedding at Hyland Hills and would absolutely recommend the venue and their day-of coordination service!

Response from Hyland Hills Chalet on 09/28/2026

Thank you Brooke & Jacob! We loved sharing your day with you. Congratulations again!

Emily D

6/21/2026

Hyland Hills were well equipped to host our wedding. They were incredibly clear about what was and wasn’t allowed during the wedding ceremony, cocktail hour and reception. We had s...

lideshows running, music and dance floor, well equipped bar space and clean facilities for all aspects of the event. We did the chair lift option and were married on the top of the hill- there are a lot of details to think of with this - and we had great guidance from Suzanne about timing guest arrival, coordination for shuttles for folks with little ones/ mobility difficulties and fears of heights. They had plenty of hands on deck to ensure smooth operation of the lift and entry/exit of guests onto and off of the lift.

Response from Hyland Hills Chalet on 06/23/2026

Emily! Thank you so much for the lovely review. We are thrilled your day went off without ...

a hitch. You had the greatest weather!! It was beautiful.

Any questions?

Paige B

6/03/2026

Our wedding at Hyland Hills was PERFECT. Suzanne was a big help as we began the process and then Gabriella, our day of coordinator, took over from there. They both were an amazing ...

help, very detail oriented, knowledgeable, kind, enthusiastic and resourceful! The venue is beautiful, clean and spacious. My husband and I couldn’t recommend this venue and people more!

Response from Hyland Hills Chalet on 06/04/2026

Thank you, Thank you!! We are thrilled you had such an amazing day. Thank you for the swee...

t comment. Congratulations!!

Brett H

9/15/2025

I would highly recommend the Hyland Hills Ski Area as a wedding venue for anyone who is interested. The space is beautiful, and can accommodate events of many different sizes. It i...

s also super affordable to rent, even for a larger group! We initially met with Suzanne, who was extremely helpful in helping us make our decision. She was transparent about the venue, and did not make us feel pressured to make a decision. Once we decided to book the venue for our wedding, we worked with Gabby as our day of coordinator. Gabby did an amazing job, and I would highly recommend paying extra for a DOC through the venue since they know the space so well. Gabby helped us with every question we had, and was a hero on the day of the wedding, making sure that everything ran smoothly. All other staff members were wonderful as well, and we got many compliments on the venue. Thank you Hyland Hills!

Response from Hyland Hills Chalet on 09/15/2025

Thank you Brett & Joe! It was an honor to be a part of your day! Congratulations!

Karlie H

7/05/2025

Hyland is a very naturally beautiful space and was perfect for our ceremony and reception. We chose to have the day of coordinator through Hyland, and she was phenomenal to work wi...

th. Gabby was timely, very prompt and a huge help! She was always willing to answer questions during the planning process and played a huge part in helping our day go smoothly. Unfortunately between booking Hyland and our wedding, there were small changes of what was accessible for us — the lanterns and the beanbag set were no longer offered. On the day of, the dishwasher was broken, but Gabby ensured that it did not impact the events of our day!

Hannah B

7/07/2024

Suzanne of Hyland Hills was super responsive and helpful in our wedding venue planning! The venue is lovely and we had lots of compliments on the big windows and atmosphere.

Kari C

5/04/2024

Hyland Hills was the perfect venue for our April 2024 wedding. You can't beat the location -- plenty of hotels and transportation options close by. We loved that they were a Zero W...

aste facility and work with vendors who share the same values. The chalet is stunning with floor to ceiling windows, large outdoor patio space, tons of parking and built-in bar. They offered a large selection of local craft beer, wine and seltzers which was another big perk for us! Their staff was friendly, responsive and on top of every detail when it came to the planning process. They also have very competitive pricing for the value/space and being a Twin Cities venue.

Response from Hyland Hills Chalet on 05/06/2024

Kari! You and Jack were just the best to work with. We absolutely loved your ski chalet de...

cor... it was fantastic! Thank you so much for the kind words. Wishing you so much happiness!

Alexandria W

12/31/2023

This is such a fun and unique venue for events with several options for spaces and layouts. The staff are all kind, knowledgeable, and quick to assist with questions and requests!

Jonica K

12/11/2023

Incredible venue! Great communication. Gabby our day of wedding coordinator was fabulous to work with. I highly recommend this venue!

Michelle R

10/28/2023

We had the best experience getting married at Hyland Hills! Suzanne was a pleasure to work with from the beginning planning stages all the way through the wedding day. The the venu...

e has so many beautiful spots for photos, inside and out. The Ridgeview room was perfect for getting ready, and our guests loved getting to spend time on the patio. Overall, the space was perfect for us, and we’d recommend this venue to any couple looking for a beautiful and versatile space for their big day!

Response from Hyland Hills Chalet on 10/30/2023

Thank YOU Michelle & Kyle! Your wedding was stunning and we were so thrilled to have you c...

elebrate here. You guys are 10/10!

Emily T

9/26/2023

AMAZING! So easy, professional, and kind. 10/10 recommend. Suzanne was awesome to work with.

Greta L

6/09/2023

An absolutely wonderful space that fit our needs perfectly. Easy to set up a sound system and plenty of room (and extra room) for our ~150 guests. Use of the outdoor space was also...

a huge bonus!

MaKayla P

1/10/2023

Hyland Hills is truly the best venue! My husband and I hosted our wedding reception there on 9/10/22 and it was everything we wanted in a venue and more. There were a lot of great ...

features/amenities to the venue (plenty of parking, tables and chairs, plenty of parking, established dance floor, several TVs for personal use, etc.) made it ideal, then special features such as the yard space, fire table, patio lighting, extra rooms, rentable items, and GREAT staff made this venue even more exceptional! Furthermore, this is by far the most reasonably priced venue, and it is worth every penny. Our guests gave our venue extensive praise, particularly on how spacious and beautiful it was, and we could not agree more. We highly recommend Hyland Hills!!

Morgan P

10/03/2022

We had an amazing time having our wedding ceremony and reception here. The staff was amazing and we had a great experience with everyone involved! And the space looked amazing!

Emily G

12/21/2021

Loved working with the staff at Highland Hills for our wedding reception! We did it very casual and they made it a breeze. They provided lawn games and had all of the tables set up...

when we got there. They were very affordable with the wonderful service and GORGEOUS view and venue that you get. Would definitely recommend and will be using for future events!

Response from Hyland Hills Chalet on 12/27/2021

Thank you so much for the kind words, Emily! We were so happy we could celebrate with you....

Mackenzie H

9/02/2021

The staff at Hyland Hills were extremely poised and professional. You would never believe this venue is a ski chalet in the winter season. The space became completely transformed i...

nto an elegant space, inside and out.

Response from Hyland Hills Chalet on 09/02/2021

Thanks Kenzie! We are so happy you enjoyed your day with us. Come back and see us during s...

ki season! :)

Pat L

8/16/2021

We loved this venue from the start. Our wedding was in July, and we host both our ceremony and reception in the chalet. Great views and fun times are easy to have in this locati...

on. We didn't need to decorate a lot, the views from inside of the venue were fantastic. Loved having the ability for guests to go outside and enjoy the views and get some fresh air. We hired The Look Out as our caterer, and they worked great with the Hyland Hills. Our DJ was MN Wedding Party, which worked great with Hyland Hills as well. Hyland Hills provided the bar support, which was great on a hot day. We received lots of compliments from our guests about how beautiful the wedding venue was. We were so happy to have our wedding in this venue. A special thanks to Suzanne for helpping make our wedding such a special day in your venue!

Response from Hyland Hills Chalet on 08/19/2021

Pat! Thank you so much. Your event was a blast and we were so thankful we got to be a part...

of it! Congrats.

Becky K

7/19/2021

We had our redo wedding reception at Hyland Hills and got lots of compliments on the venue! The chalet fit our needs perfectly and I would recommend it to anyone! Suzanne, the venu...

e's coordinator, was very responsive, and the bar staff on hand the day of were helpful when we had questions or needs. I loved that this venue is on the lower side price-wise, can accommodate 300+ guests, and offers the flexibility to coordinate with any of the 20+ caterers on their approved list. On the big day, we could get in anytime after 10 am to decorate, but the ceiling and windows were so pretty that the space required minimal decoration! Guests had a great time on the outdoor patio as well. All in all a great experience.

Response from Hyland Hills Chalet on 08/19/2021

Thank you so much Becky! We loved seeing you celebrate your marriage at Hyland! Congrats!

Julia S

6/29/2021

We loved having our wedding at Hyland Hills. The staff was absolutely amazing and very helpful to help as needed. I love that they provide outdoor games for the happy hour and wedd...

ing reception. It’s such a great venue that holds 300+ people! I highly recommend.

Response from Hyland Hills Chalet on 06/30/2021

Thank you so much for your feedback and this kind review! We loved being a small part of y...

our big day. Congratulations!

Jarred D

5/26/2021

Beautiful venue! Suzanne worked with us very well all the way through the day of to ensure our outdoor ceremony and indoor reception would go without a hitch! Responsive, flexible,...

very easy venue to work with! Ridgeview room was a great addition to have a getting ready/home base for the day. Had a wonderful send off down the stairs here! Very reasonable venue price! Going with Hyland Hills is a great wedding ceremony and/or reception choice.

Response from Hyland Hills Chalet on 05/26/2021

Thank you, thank you, thank you! We loved hosting your beautiful event at Hyland Hills. Co...

ngratulations!

Sarah N

7/06/2020

We had a wonderful experience with Three Rivers, and Suzanne who is the wedding coordinator with them. She was helpful in answering our questions, making sure we had everything we...

needed, and working with us as things came up. With the changes due to Covid-19, we are so thankful for having worked with Three Rivers, for their flexibility, commitment to safety and wanting to help us have the wedding we wanted.

Paige V

6/24/2020

Suzanne with Hyland Hills was amazing! Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, we had to make major adjustments to our wedding plans and Suzanne and Hyland Hills were very accommodating an...

d helpful. Beautiful venue and very well priced for the location/accommodations

Elizabeth D

6/12/2020

My fiance and I were scheduled to have our wedding here this July. When we originally toured the facility, we felt at home right away. The large windows allow a TON of natural ligh...

t - seriously, if that's your thing, you need to check this out! - and showcase the green hills, but the internal wooden structure and exposed pipe also provide an industrial vibe. It is a large venue that will comfortably host a bigger wedding but could be downsized without drowning a smaller party. Unfortunately, we had to reconfigure our wedding due to COVID-19, so our celebration this summer will look different that planned. But what I would really like to say about Hyland is that Suzanne and her team are PHENOMENAL. After working with many vendors during the planning - and then re-planning process - I can confidently say that they have level of responsiveness and flexibility that is not common in the wedding industry. Hyland is not only a gorgeous venue, but will minimize your wedding planning stress!

Ann J

9/23/2019

We had our wedding reception here and it was amazing! It is a beautiful venue and in a convenient location. There was ample free parking, bathrooms, and overall space for all of ou...

r guests. The large windows and beautiful scenery allows for minimal decorations needed which is a huge plus. They provide a dance floor. Hyland is a HUGE venue and with our guest count of 95, we were afraid that the space would be too big, but it worked out perfectly and it felt like the perfect size! Prices are comparable to other venues in the area. You have to choose from a list of caterers, but the list was actually a good place to start and had some great options. We would definitely recommend Hyland for your wedding reception!

Kate B

9/03/2019

Suzanne and her team were wonderful prior to and during the wedding. Attentive and customer orientated.

Amanda H

8/04/2019

Suzanne and Taylor were amazing to work with, the price was perfect, catering options for all price points, and our guests loved the space! We would choose Hyland Hills every time—...

such a great experience the whole way through.

Megan G

7/15/2019

Loved getting married at this space! Suzanne, our contact person throughout the planning process was always helpful and responsive, right up to our wedding day! The space is beauti...

ful and clean, and I love that you can get married and enjoy cocktail hour outside but also have the inside option if it's bad weather and to have dinner. Also wanted to comment that I heard GREAT things about our bartenders (who are brought in from Hyland Hills) which added to the guests' experience. Would highly recommend this space!

Jessica M

7/14/2019

We can't say enough good things about Hyland Hills! Suzanne and her team were amazing. We had our ceremony off site at Richardson Nature Center (same park district) and had the rec...

eption at Hyland. We loved the layout of this venue with the floor to ceiling windows overlooking the ski hill, rain or shine (we had both) it was stunning! The patio and lawn space were great options for guests to get some fresh air during the reception. We did very little decorating–this space doesn't even need any decorations. We received so many compliments from our family and friends on the space, and are so grateful to have had our wedding at Hyland Hills!

Alexis S

7/10/2019

Hyland Hills was absolutely perfect for our ceremony and reception. The building and grounds are gorgeous, providing numerous locations for pictures and gathering. We were able to ...

get ready at the venue and keep our things secure throughout the evening. The chalet required very little extra decorations thanks to the wall of windows overlooking the ski hill. Suzanne was fantastic to work with throughout the whole process; she responded to my emails quickly and directly, and she never denied an in-person meeting :) The other staff we interacted with were professional and helpful. My 7 year old sister cut her toe during family pictures, and Hyland staff responded calmly, getting her a wheelchair (she felt very special), and bringing her away from the action to get cared for. Our only negative was one of the blinds was broken, so a few of our tables were blinded by the sun for about 20 minutes. Overall, we are so glad we chose Hyland Hills for our special day!

Ashley H

10/14/2018

Hyland Hills is a hidden gem in the city. It’s the first and only venue we looked at because I was blown away by it. The drive back to the ski chalet is beautiful on it’s own and...

once you enter the main room, the huge windows overlooking the ski hill steal the show. It’s beautiful and feels like you’re outdoors with all of the windows. The staff was awesome to work with and there weren’t any hidden fees. Great job!

Barb P

10/09/2018

What a great location for a wedding! It was perfect for the wedding and the reception. Our guests were really wowed at the venue. It has its own beauty that doesn't need much deco...

rating. The fire pit was a nice bonus for a chilly evening. Staff was fantastic and readily available for any questions we had. Thanks for a marvelous event!

Tia G

9/21/2018

We got married at Hyland Hills Ski Chalet on 9/1/18 and we couldn’t have asked for a more amazing experience. The stunning views of the ski hill and city skyline are truly breathta...

king and were more than memorable to us and our guests. This venue is relaxing, affordable, beautiful (both indoors & outdoors) and easy to work with. Suzanne and the Hyland Hills staff went above and beyond to ensure that everything we dreamed of on our wedding day was turned into a reality.

Nina P

9/16/2018

we had our reception here and it was even more beautiful than i could have imagined! I recommend getting up-lights from Bellagala because it just made the space completely magical....

The indoor-outdoor situation was perfect for people that aren't huge dancers or wanted to get away from the loud music for a bit. Suzanne (our coordinator) was really awesome throughout the entire process.

Kayla M

9/15/2018

We had our ceremony outside on the lawn and reception inside at Hyland Hills! We received so many compliments on the venue, with the gorgeous hill, beautiful windows, and just the ...

amount of space the venue has. There is a patio for guests with lights that are strung and a fire pit. The bathrooms are a fantastic size. There’s incredibly easy parking- all things that were important to us when selecting a venue. Working with Suzanne was fantastic! I was a very DIY bride, and the space and Suzanne really allowed for my vision to come to life.

Martha T

9/03/2018

We got married 7/2018 at Hyland and the venue was absolutely stunning. I couldn't image getting married any other place. It was the perfect combination of an outdoor/indoor wedding...

that we wanted. Our ceremony was outside on the great lawn. The patio and lawn games were fun for cocktail hour. The picturesque windows looking out on the ski hills were gorgeous during dinner. Hyland staff worked seamlessly with our caterer. Suzanne was so lovely to work with - she was organized, professional, and very accommodating. I would ABSOLUTELY recommend this venue.

Ashley L

8/15/2018

We LOVED working with Hyland Hills Ski Area! They were super helpful and made the entire process easy and stress free. The venue was beautiful and they were really accommodating wi...

th anything that we needed!

Ashley C

7/31/2018

My husband and I were lucky enough to have our wedding reception at Hyland Hills this summer. I was so pleased with how quickly the staff answered questions and made our day so spe...

cial. We received so many compliments on the gorgeous venue with huge windows and views, indoor/outdoor spaces, and the new chalet. I’m so thankful for Hyland Hills and their staff!

Brandon K

8/14/2017

We had our wedding reception and ceremony here and it was absolutely amazing! Everyone was so helpful and the venue is gorgeous! Our guests could not stop talking about how awesome...

it was! I highly recommend having a wedding here!

Arianne S

10/01/2012

We had both our wedding ceremony and reception at Hyland Lake Rental Space. We loved it!! we had out ceremony on the outside patio and our reception was inside the chalet. The chal...

et is right by the ski hill in Bloomington so the area was really unique. They also have a unused railroad track that we took some pictures by. We got such great comments on the place we picked. If you're looking for something a little bit more casual then this is worth looking into for sure! The rental of the venue is free if you use their inside catering. (which was surprisingly very good food!!) The venue can be rented April-September. Martha, who is the point connecting person was also super helpful!

Service area & Contact info

8800 Chalet Rd, Bloomington, MN

Open map

(763) 694-7811

Want to book a visit?

Start the convo

*=Required

Use this secure form to reach out and share your wedding vision.

Hyland Hills Chalet

Suzanne Claseman

Manager

Typically responds within 24h

Hyland Hills Chalet's photos

Why use The Knot to message vendors?

Messaging our verified vendors on The Knot is free, safe and secure.
Conveniently track vendor messages and planning details all in one place.
Our mobile apps make it easy to stay in touch with vendors while you're on‑the‑go.
For personalized pricing and package details, sending the vendor a message is the fastest way to get info.

Hyland Hills Chalet

About this venue

Review Summary

Service area & Contact info

Wedding vendors in Bloomington

Why use The Knot to message vendors?