Weddings at The Vanderbilt Say "I Do" amongst the Gilded Age glamour
Work with our team of Event Specialists to truly make our Downtown Mansion your own. We delight in creating a wedding that reflects your vision and the details that matter most. Along with this highly personalized approach, our historic hotel entices with magnificent gardens and private reception rooms, just minutes from the charming waterfront. Exchange your vows at sunset while overlooking the Newport Harbor or be immersed in blooming hydrangeas in The Garden. Your celebration awaits.
Total Rooms: 33 luxurious rooms and suites
125 person reception capacity
Located 34 miles from Providence and 180 miles from New York City, and 3.8 miles from Newport State Airport (private), 28 miles from T. F. Green Airport (Warwick), and 74 miles from Boston Logan International Airport
Fairytale Moments Surrounded in Rich History
Venues
From welcome drinks to a farewell brunch, our alchemy gives each wedding event special meaning in its own distinct setting. Treat your bridal party to indulgent spa treatments before the big day, or enjoy an elegant afternoon tea with champagne in our sun-filled Conservatory. With several venues to choose from, allow our Downtown Mansion to become your home.
Meeting and banquet facilities
| Room Name | Square Feet | Reception | Dinner | Conference | Classroom | U-Shape | Theatre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
The Garden
|
1200 | 125 | 50 | 40 | 35 | 50 | 50 |
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The Dining Room at The Vanderbilt
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1,100 | 100 | 50 | 35 | 40 | 35 | 50 |
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The Roof Deck
|
1,000 | 100 | 50 | 35 | 40 | 35 | 50 |
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Poolside By The Garden
|
750 | 40 | 30 | 20 | - | - | - |
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The Conservatory
|
475 | 45 | 30 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 25 |
|
Snooker Room
|
310 | 15 | 15 | 15 | - | - | - |
TRUE VANDERBILT HOSPITALITY
Warm and present, our team has a talent for sparking joy. Our Events Specialist and Food & Beverage Team welcome the opportunity to host your guests as our own in the reimagined Downtown Mansion.
Catering
Our world-class dining team will work with you on custom themed menus that incorporate the best of what’s in season in New England.
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On-site wedding specialist
Our specialists are romantics at heart who take a highly personalized approach with each couple to create a wedding that reflects their unique vision.
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Perfect for every occasion
Proposals
Elopements and Intimate Weddings
Honeymoons
Wedding Day Spa Services
COASTAL MEMORIES AWAIT
Spend your escape in the mansion and beyond exploring the wonders of Newport. From a sailboat ride on the idyllic Narragansett Bay to learning about the time-honored tradition of Scrimshaw, or spending cocktail hour on a plush velvet sofa in the reimagined Mezzanine for an insightful tarot reading, curate your time on the coast.
