- Because wedding reception halls come in all shapes and sizes, they're going to have a wide spread of features. Most quality reception halls have ample space for dancing as well as enough room to host a house band or disc jockey. In addition to the entertainment spaces, a good reception hall should have plenty of space for several separate dining tables. Because there is bound to be a lot of moving around during a wedding reception it is important that the tables are not placed too closely together, which could cause unwanted pedestrian traffic jams. One optional feature that will add a note of elegance to a wedding reception is quality lighting. Paying the difference for a reception hall that provides custom lighting services will impress the guests and make the night more memorable.
- Receptions are typically priced per guest, so the overall price of a reception is going to depend on the number of guests attending. Most quality reception halls charge in the neighborhood of $100 a guest. This fee will cover a catered menu; however it is typically an additional $25 to $50 per guest if wedding organizers wish to have an open liquor bar. Deposits are typically in order when the reception hall is initially booked. Wedding organizers can expect to pay anywhere from 10 to 25 percent of the overall reception cost when placing the deposit. After all plans have been finalized, most reception halls will require the balance of the reception be paid no later than two weeks prior to the event. Cancellation fees are typically subject to the same two-week window, so wedding organizers should be cognizant of payment and cancellation deadlines when planning a wedding. Deposits are non-refundable in most cases; however, each reception hall has its own policies.
- Depending on the size of your city, wedding reception halls may be plentiful or sparse. The best results can be had by checking with the major hotels of the area. Most major hotel chains, as well as larger, independent run hotels in the area, will have designated meeting space suitable for a wedding reception. The prices will always be comparable with the class of the hotel, so if cutting costs is an issue you'll be best served by checking with the mid-range, quality hotel chains such as Hilton or Doubletree.
- It is important to remember that reception halls are in the business of hosting wedding receptions. When comparing the level of service and appropriate facilities of a reception hall and another popular wedding reception choice, a restaurant, you will find that reception halls are typically a more prudent choice. In addition to the superior size and service, reception halls are also fully customizable to fit wedding themes--a feature that restaurants are rarely able to fulfill.
- It is not uncommon for wedding reception halls to require wedding organizers to sign an exclusivity agreement when it comes to wedding services. These agreements can often cost organizers an additional 15 to 20 percent more than the price of hiring outside services such as catering and photography. On top of the premium rate organizers pay for in-house services, it is not uncommon for said services to be of inferior quality compared to outside services. Wedding organizers should thoroughly research food and photography quality for a particular establishment prior to signing any such agreements.
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