The Blennerhassett, a Giovanni Hotel and Spa
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $1,200
About this venue
Experience a seamless, unforgettable wedding weekend at The Blennerhassett, a historic 1889 landmark in downtown Parkersburg. Offering everything under one roof—from rehearsal dinners and ceremonies to morning-after brunches, rejuvenating spa sessions, and 82 luxurious guest rooms upstairs—your loved ones never need to step foot outside in formalwear. Featuring distinct historic character, grand chandeliers, and exceptional on-site catering, this destination combines timeless elegance with effortless convenience for all your wedding-related celebrations.
Our event spaces
The Alexander Parker
deal for intimate rehearsal dinners and events.
Full audio and visual equipment, pushpin walls for work that stays up all day, and ergonomic boardroom chairs. Seats 65 theater style, 26 at the boardroom table.
Guest capacity
26-65 Seated
Square footage
819
Ideal for
Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed and casual”
The Stratford
Natural light and high coffered ceilings.
Everything the Parker has, plus large windows and high coffered ceilings. Seats 56 theater style, 32 at rounds of eight.
Square footage
630
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Rehearsal dinner, Couples luncheon, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed and casual”
The Monroe
Versatile gathering space with classic charm.
The Stratford’s twin, next door. Seats 48 theater style, 32 at rounds of eight. Book both when you need a general session and a breakout.
Square footage
630
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, After party, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Included in this room:
Versatile gathering space with classic charm.
The Patio Tent
All-season elegance for intimate gatherings.
An outdoor room that behaves like an indoor one. Czech chandeliers, sconces, full-length sides with arched windows, and paver flooring across 1,350 square feet. Temperature controlled and available year-round, which means a February wedding and a July one both work in it. It sits adjacent to Chancellor’s and is reached through the hotel, so weather never moves the guests outside. Seats 125 for a ceremony and 88 at rounds of eight.
Guest capacity
88-125 Seated
Square footage
1,350
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, After party, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed and casual”
Included in this room:
The Patio Tent includes year-round climate control, elegant Czech chandeliers and wall sconces, solid paver flooring, full-length side panels with arched windows, and direct indoor access from the main hotel so guests never have to step outside.
The Charleston Ballroom
Historic ballroom elegance for grand receptions.
The largest space in the building and the most dramatic. Sixteen-foot ceilings, chandeliers, and 2,730 square feet on the first floor. It seats 200 for a ceremony or 176 at rounds of eight, and it divides into one, two, or three rooms when you need less than all of it. The Promenade, the pre-function area, sits directly outside the ballroom doors. Most couples use it for the cocktail hour and then open the room.
Guest capacity
Up to 200 Seated
Square footage
2,730
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Fun and festive”
The Alexander Parker
deal for intimate rehearsal dinners and events.
Full audio and visual equipment, pushpin walls for work that stays up all day, and ergonomic boardroom chairs. Seats 65 theater style, 26 at the boardroom table.
Guest capacity
26-65 Seated
Square footage
819
Ideal for
Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed and casual”
The Stratford
Natural light and high coffered ceilings.
Everything the Parker has, plus large windows and high coffered ceilings. Seats 56 theater style, 32 at rounds of eight.
Square footage
630
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Rehearsal dinner, Couples luncheon, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed and casual”
The Monroe
Versatile gathering space with classic charm.
The Stratford’s twin, next door. Seats 48 theater style, 32 at rounds of eight. Book both when you need a general session and a breakout.
Square footage
630
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, After party, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Included in this room:
Versatile gathering space with classic charm.
The Patio Tent
All-season elegance for intimate gatherings.
An outdoor room that behaves like an indoor one. Czech chandeliers, sconces, full-length sides with arched windows, and paver flooring across 1,350 square feet. Temperature controlled and available year-round, which means a February wedding and a July one both work in it. It sits adjacent to Chancellor’s and is reached through the hotel, so weather never moves the guests outside. Seats 125 for a ceremony and 88 at rounds of eight.
Guest capacity
88-125 Seated
Square footage
1,350
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, After party, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed and casual”
Included in this room:
The Patio Tent includes year-round climate control, elegant Czech chandeliers and wall sconces, solid paver flooring, full-length side panels with arched windows, and direct indoor access from the main hotel so guests never have to step outside.
The Charleston Ballroom
Historic ballroom elegance for grand receptions.
The largest space in the building and the most dramatic. Sixteen-foot ceilings, chandeliers, and 2,730 square feet on the first floor. It seats 200 for a ceremony or 176 at rounds of eight, and it divides into one, two, or three rooms when you need less than all of it. The Promenade, the pre-function area, sits directly outside the ballroom doors. Most couples use it for the cocktail hour and then open the room.
Guest capacity
Up to 200 Seated
Square footage
2,730
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Fun and festive”
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