Weddings at The Vanderbilt
Your love story just got better
Our specialists are romantics at heart who delight in collaborating with each couple to create a wedding that reflects their 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. Exchanging vows on our famous Roof Deck as the sun dips below the ocean horizon is just one way your story can go. At The Vanderbilt, your wedding will be as unique as you are.
- 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
Your day, your way, with a bit of magic
Venues
From welcome drinks to farewell brunch, our alchemy gives each wedding event special meaning in its own distinctive setting. You might treat your bridal party, for instance, to indulgent spa treatments followed by an elegant afternoon tea with Champagne in our light-filled Conservatory. Thousands of square feet of outdoor and indoor space exude Gilded Age glamour and historic heritage, allowing you to host events without repetition. One constant? Unparalleled Newport charm.
Meeting and banquet facilities
| Room Name | Square Feet | Reception | Dinner | Conference | Classroom | U-Shape | Theatre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Garden Terrace
|
1200 | 125 | 50 | 40 | 35 | 50 | 50 |
|
The Vanderbilt Grill
|
1,100 | 100 | 50 | 35 | 40 | 35 | 50 |
|
The Roof Deck
|
1,000 | 100 | 50 | 35 | 40 | 35 | 50 |
|
Garden Terrace - Poolside
|
750 | 40 | 30 | 20 | - | - | - |
|
Conservatory
|
475 | 45 | 30 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 25 |
|
Snooker Room
|
310 | 15 | 15 | 15 | - | - | - |
Exceptional service
Warm and present, our team has a true talent for sparking joy. We’ll work to make your big day your own and handle any plot twists gracefully.
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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Wedding Amenities
Outside Vendors
We can recommend local vendors who offer a range of services, from flower arrangement to furniture rental.
Receiving and set up
From greeting your guests upon arrival and providing in-room amenities to setting up a Champagne toast, no detail will be overlooked.
Music and entertainment
Our specialists can arrange everything from a live instrumental band to local DJs or harpists.
Welcome amenities & VIP gifts
From assorted snacks and beverages to exquisite one-of-a-kind Newport offerings, we can customize welcome bags and nightly amenities based on your preferences.
Family Programs
Let us reserve a local photographer to capture a once in a lifetime family photo on the beach, in a historic park with views of Newport Bridge, or with Vanderbilt’s stunning architecture as your beautiful backdrop.
Couples program
Enjoy private in-suite yoga or intentional meditation for new beginnings. Couples can also take a master mixology class to create their own signature cocktail.
Perfect for every occasion
Proposals
Elopements and Intimate Weddings
Honeymoons
Wedding Day Spa Services
Fun for groups
Explore beautiful Narragansett Bay on an illustrious America’s Cup sailing boat and learn the precise art of glassblowing to create your own designs. A world of unique pleasures await in charming Newport.
Our Wedding Stories
Celebrate Pay Homage to Rhode Island’s Treasured History at Trinity Church
Allow the charm and character of Newport’s Trinity Church set a traditional tone for your wedding day. A stunning backdrop for any ceremony, your “I do’s” will be surrounded with the ambiance of immense, deep rooted history that can be felt throughout its tall glass-windowed walls.Trinity Church is a community of Episcopalians that has been welcoming all to gather in its home of worship for three hundred years of service.
Celebrate The Wedding Style Secret That Meets “Preppy Handbook” Standard
Vineyard Vines knows it’s the subtlest of details that can transform your wedding into the polished, picturesque day of your dreams. From ties to clothing crests, our bride and groom’s have adored the boundless customizable attire options for the ultimate in elite style experience. One of our best-kept secrets, this embellishment option is perfect for any couple with timeless taste.