The Best Retreat Wedding Venues in Columbus, OH

The Best Retreat Wedding Venues in Columbus, OH

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2 Wedding Venues in Columbus, OH

Lodges, retreats
100-150 guests
Clintonville woman’s club 

5.0

Columbus, OH
  • Up to 180 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $2,700

Located in the heart of Clintonville, the Clintonville Woman’s Club is is a civic, charitable and social organization founded in 1939. The woman’s club offers a full service banquet facility to all in central Ohio at not for profit pricing.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Both indoor and outdoor options
  • Classic elegance
  • All-inclusive venue packages

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
  • Does not allow pets
  • No dedicated areas for getting ready
They made everything so easy! The decorations were beautiful and food was great. If you are looking for a great value and easy event-check them out!
Dawn and L., 4 years ago
Sonesta Columbus Downtown 
Columbus, OH
  • Up to 250 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor

Located in Columbus, OH, Sonesta Columbus is a thoroughly modern hotel venue designed to host spectacular weddings and special events. This property is staffed by a welcoming team of hospitality professionals, dedicated to making your day a seamless celebration of love. You and your guests can make the most of your experience here, creating unforgettable memories in a stylish setting.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Has a dance floor to dance the night away
  • Provides event staff

Venue considerations

  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
  • On-site parking not available
  • Not wheelchair accessible

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About wedding venues in Columbus, OH

What makes Columbus an amazing wedding destination?

Columbus, Ohio gives you the perfect blend of urban sophistication and warm Midwestern hospitality through its distinctive neighborhoods that create unique wedding backdrops. The Short North Arts District hosts regular gallery hops and food tours your wedding guests can enjoy during their stay. Wander through historic German Village with its charming brick streets and architecture dating back to the 1800s. Downtown Columbus offers striking skyline views from venues like The Fives rooftop space that will impress your guests. You'll find everything from repurposed industrial warehouses in the Brewery District to elegant Victorian-era mansions and botanical gardens that showcase beauty across all four seasons.

How much does a Columbus wedding venue typically cost?

You can expect to pay between $5,800 and $7,100 for Columbus wedding venues with the average cost hitting around $6,477 which falls considerably below the national range of $6,500-$12,000. Your total wedding budget will vary significantly based on your guest count:

  • Small wedding (50 guests): $18,477
  • 100 guests: $30,542
  • 150 guests: $41,887
  • 200 guests: $52,032
  • 250 guests: $62,177
  • Large wedding (300 guests): $72,322

What are Columbus's most distinctive venue styles?

Historic charm venues in Columbus

The Bluestone showcases a stunning 130-year-old church with original stained glass windows dramatic high ceilings and an outdoor patio for cocktail hour. The Ohio Statehouse offers you marble staircases rotunda ceilings adorned with historic artwork and Greek Revival architecture dating back to 1861. The Columbus Athenaeum gives you multiple ballrooms with period architectural details and ornate moldings housed in a beautiful 1896 Masonic Temple.

Modern and contemporary Columbus spaces

Vue Columbus provides a modern urban design in the heart of downtown with inspiring city views your guests will love. Revery features customizable LED lighting that can match your wedding colors and an outdoor terrace with skyline views. Le Meridien Columbus/The Joseph gives you an atrium gallery space where natural light floods through glass ceilings creating a magical atmosphere for your celebration.

Natural settings and outdoor options

Franklin Park Conservatory houses tropical plants throughout multiple indoor garden spaces plus wheelchair-accessible paths throughout its grounds. Jorgensen Farms includes a historic barn and organic herb gardens on a working farmland that adds authentic charm to your photos. Brookshire offers a scenic contemporary setting with diverse event spaces including an outdoor Ceremony Lawn perfect for exchanging vows under the open sky.

Which Columbus venues are fully accessible?

Vue Columbus features modern design with fully accessible amenities for all your guests. The Hilton Columbus Downtown provides ramps elevators and accessible rooms to accommodate everyone. Franklin Park Conservatory offers wheelchair-accessible paths throughout its grounds so no one misses any part of your celebration. For specific accessibility needs you should contact venues directly to confirm available features for ceremonies receptions and guest accommodations.

How can I include remote guests in my Columbus wedding?

WatersEdge Event & Conference Center offers 9.5 acres with picturesque views and services that can be tailored for remote participation so distant loved ones feel included. Vue Columbus's modern facilities and customizable approach allow you to incorporate interactive virtual events that keep everyone engaged. The Century's industrial-modern versatility accommodates innovative remote participation setups with proper planning giving you flexibility to connect with guests anywhere in the world.

Which Columbus venues offer outstanding culinary experiences?

The Fives partners exclusively with Together & Company renowned for inspired cuisine that will impress your guests. Brookshire provides exquisite on-site catering with menu options accommodating dietary restrictions so everyone enjoys the meal. The Club at Corazon features an award-winning in-house executive chef who can create custom menus to match your vision. Vue Columbus includes customized wedding cakes and fresh floral centerpieces in their packages giving you less to worry about during planning.

What's the ideal timeline for booking Columbus venues?

Peak wedding season in Columbus runs April through October with September being the most requested month so plan accordingly. Most couples submit venue inquiries about 14 months before their wedding date with booking requests coming in around 442 days in advance. Winter weddings often secure discounts on venue rental fees but may require additional lighting investments to create ambiance during shorter daylight hours. You'll want to start your venue search early especially if you're planning a wedding during peak season months.

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