The Statler Hotel

Packages

Guest capacity

Up to 230 seated guests

About this venue

Surrounded by the splendid beauty of the Cornell University campus and just a short walk from the iconic Sage Chapel, we offer the perfect backdrop for your one of a kind wedding. Feel at home in our elegant Ballroom or in our more intimate and casual venues. Allow our experienced wedding consultant to assist you in creating a personalized and memorable wedding.

Seated guest capacity

  • 2-230

Venue type

  • Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
  • Hotels, Inns, Resorts
  • Urban Locations

Venue setting

  • Indoor
Ithaca, NY 14853

Our event spaces

Ballroom and Foyer

The Best Days of your Life Happen Here

Our signature wedding venue, the Ballroom, located on the second floor of the hotel features a sleek and stylish design with high ceilings, charming tones, custom lighting & flooring representing the natural beauty of the Finger Lakes. This bright, beautiful Ballroom includes expansive windows overlooking the stunning views of the Cornell campus. Guests can gather in the foyer, a superb pre-function area for your guests to enjoy cocktails.

Guest capacity

2-230 Seated

2-400 Standing

Square footage

4,140

Ideal for

Wedding reception

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

Floor Length Linens I LED Candles I Dance Floor

Room cost

$2,500 Saturday Rental

Ballroom and Foyer

The Best Days of your Life Happen Here

Our signature wedding venue, the Ballroom, located on the second floor of the hotel features a sleek and stylish design with high ceilings, charming tones, custom lighting & flooring representing the natural beauty of the Finger Lakes. This bright, beautiful Ballroom includes expansive windows overlooking the stunning views of the Cornell campus. Guests can gather in the foyer, a superb pre-function area for your guests to enjoy cocktails.

Guest capacity

2-230 Seated

2-400 Standing

Square footage

4,140

Ideal for

Wedding reception

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

Floor Length Linens I LED Candles I Dance Floor

Room cost

$2,500 Saturday Rental

The Statler Hotel packages

Beautiful Beginnings

2-230 guests

Peak pricing $149

Description

Five-Hour Hosted Select Bar Four Assorted Passed Hors D’oeuvres Statler’s Signature Reception Display Three Course Plated Dinner prepared by Chef Eric Szymczak Selection of Two Entrée Choices Signature Cocktail Complimentary Suite for Two Nights Floor Length Linens LED Candles Dance Floor Wedding Menu Tasting Champagne Toast Cake Cutting & Service Personalized Planning Service Wedding Amenity Preferred Event Partner List

It Had to Be You

2-230 guests

Peak pricing $169

Description

Five-Hour Hosted Premier Bar Premium Red and White Wine Service Six Assorted Passed Hors D’oeuvres Statler’s Signature Reception Display Three Course Plated Dinner prepared by Chef Eric Szymczak Selection of Three Entrée Choices Signature Cocktail Complimentary Suite for Two Nights Floor Length Linens LED Candles Dance Floor Wedding Menu Tasting Champagne Toast Cake Cutting & Service Personalized Planning Service Wedding Amenity Preferred Event Partner List

Happily Ever After

2-230 guests

Peak pricing $189

Description

Six-Hour Hosted Diamond Bar Premium Red and White Wine Service Six assorted passed Hors D’oeuvres Statler’s Signature Reception Display Choice of Additional Reception Display Three Course Plated Dinner prepared by Chef Eric Szymczak Selection of Three Entrée Choices Late Night Snack Signature Cocktail Complimentary Suite for Two Nights Floor Length Linens LED Candles Dance Floor Wedding Menu Tasting Champagne Toast Cake Cutting & Service Wedding Amenity Preferred Event Partner List

The Inner Circle Experience

2-25 guests

Peak pricing $3,750

Description

Let’s go micro. Every Detail, no matter how small, matters. Included with this experience: Function room for ceremony & dinner (3 hour event) Bouquet, Boutonniere & centerpiece Three Course Plated Dinner prepared by Chef Eric Szymczak Premium Red & White Wine Service Wedding Cake Plate Charges (choice of silver or gold) Musician for the ceremony Signature Cocktail Complimentary Suite for Two Nights Floor Length Linens LED Candles Dance Floor Champagne Toast Wedding Amenity

Available services that can be provided by The Statler Hotel

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • Lighting/Sound
  • On-site accommodations
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

The Statler Hotel menu options

$149-189 per guest

Uniquely Crafted Experiences

Our uniquely crafted wedding experiences are designed to ease the worry of wedding planning and spark the imagination with sophisticated details. From our innovative cuisine and exceptional service to our elegant venue, we bring urban design to the Finger Lakes. Savor the experience and delight your friends and family with cuisine created just for you by our amazing culinary team.

  • Premium shelf
  • Beer & wine only
  • Wedding cake
  • Plated desserts
  • Cocktail hour
  • Three course dinner
  • Four course dinner
  • Dessert station
  • Coffee station
  • Champagne toast
  • Tableside wines service
  • A la carte items
  • Seated dinner
  • Buffet dinner
  • We accommodate all dietary needs.
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Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

3 reviews

  • AP

    Amanda P.

    Rating: 5
    •Nov 5, 2023

    Best Day-Of Coordinators!

    We had our wedding at the Statler which was incredible! Melissa and Casandra were such a joy to work with! They made the planning process easy and stress-free. They answered our many emails and provided us with all the information we requested or needed. They made us and our guests feel important and cared for. The Statler Hotel staff were very helpful and friendly. The staff at the check-in desk were very nice and helped us with the check-in and check-out process. They also helped us pick up our wedding decor the day after our event. The ballroom space is beautiful and the wedding suite was clean and spacious! Chef Eric and his team did an incredible job curating a tasty menu! The food was delicious, and we received so many compliments from our friends and family about the food. We highly recommend the Statler for your wedding!

  • M

    Mickey

    Rating: 5
    •Mar 16, 2021

    Great Venue

    Melissa and her staff are wonderful to work with. They are always professional and willing to help. Would highly recommend having your event there.

  • D

    Danielle

    Rating: 5
    •Mar 16, 2021

    Amazing venue-you will not be disappointed!

    I have had the pleasure of photographing many weddings with the Statler hotel over the years, and I have always been amazed at their professionalism and attention to detail. Melissa Hill is so kind, and makes sure that all of the guests at the event have the best experience possible. The hotel itself is beautiful, they serve amazing food, and the accommodations at the hotel are so high quality. This is the perfect venue to accommodate all of your guests in the heart of Cornell.

June, July, August, September and October
January, February, March, April, November and December
No food and beverage may be brought into or taken off the event site.
Parking is free of charge Saturdays and Sundays at the parking garage, just a short walk away from the Statler. If you would like to offer valet parking to your guests, prior arrangements are necessary and subject to availability. The valet parking fee is $4.00 per person based on the guaranteed count for the wedding (excluding guests staying at the hotel).
Yes, our facilities are wheelchair accessible.
The Statler Hotel is open to the public. We would be happy to talk with you about your wedding!
Yes, absolutely, we would love to learn more about you and your love story. Our team will be delighted to tailor an experience that fits your dreams!
Our experienced wedding consultant is hands-on, dedicated and passionate. She will work closely with you to custom design a unique wedding experience. She will oversee all details of everything and anything happening at The Statler during your wedding weekend.
Yes, we offer a complimentary menu tasting for up to two guests. Tastings are scheduled Monday-Friday and last two to three hours. Our Wedding Consultant will provide details on how to arrange the tasting.
With the exception of wedding cakes, we do not allow outside food or beverage to be brought onto the premises. At your wedding, you will delight your friends and family with cuisine created just for you by our amazing culinary team.
The dance floor is constructed to suit your needs. Our wedding consultant will work closely with you to create a floor plan with a dance floor suitable for your guest numbers and room layout.
We are happy to extend your reception end time. The fee is $350 per additional hour.
We do; when you book your wedding at The Statler Hotel, you will receive a preferred event partners list. You are also welcome to work with other suppliers not on the list.
Yes, our wedding experiences include a complimentary suite for TWO NIGHTS. Our suites are spacious and the perfect location to get ready on your wedding day!
For your out-of-town guests The Statler Hotel offers upscale comfort with rooms and suites designed to inspire effortless relaxation. The rate and number of rooms for your wedding room block is subject to availability. Our Wedding consultant will provide details for your specific weekend.

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