Kimpton Marlowe by IHG is a hotel destination wedding venue in Cambridge, United States, hosting 200 at dinner and 500 standing, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$30,000 (our estimate).

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Kimpton Marlowe by IHG

Kimpton Marlowe by IHG brings an elegant, modern setting to riverside Cambridge, with meeting and banquet space that seats up to 200 guests for dinner and holds as many as 500 for standing receptions.

Guests
200 at dinner · 500 standing
Venue website
Rooms
237 rooms
Venue website
Cost
About US$30,000 for 80 guests
Aisle estimate
Ceremony
Outdoor ceremonies
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Getting there
BOS · about 15 min by car
Aisle estimate

About Kimpton Marlowe by IHG

Kimpton Marlowe by IHG brings an elegant, modern setting to riverside Cambridge, with meeting and banquet space that seats up to 200 guests for dinner and holds as many as 500 for standing receptions.

Couples can plan an outdoor ceremony and move indoors for the reception, since the hotel accommodates both indoor and outdoor formats.

In-house catering handles all food and beverage (outside caterers are not permitted), with dietary restrictions accommodated and specific meal requests welcomed.

Guest rooms range from Essential King Rooms for two to One-Bedroom Suites and King Studio Suites sleeping up to four, so your wedding party can stay on site.

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This was our first stay at the Kimpton Marlowe and we loved it! The service was fantastic!

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

Capacity

Seated dinner
200 guests
Standing reception
500 guests
Ceremony, seated
200 guests
Smallest party taken
10 guests

Staying over

Rooms
237 rooms
Room types
12 listed

The ceremony

Outdoor ceremony
Yes
Indoor option if it rains
Yes

Money

A wedding for 80 guests
About US$30,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
Price
US$210 to US$230 per head
Included
Catering, drinks, a coordinator, furniture and rooms

House rules

Pets
Yes
Children
Yes

Getting there

Nearest airport
BOS, 15 min by carAisle estimate
Parking
Yes
Step-free access
Yes
Guest transport
No

The spaces

Event spaces
Banquet room
Reception indoors
Yes
Reception outdoors
Yes
Space for dancing
Yes
Indoors or out
Both
Setting
Urban, modern, elegant

The place

Swimming pool
No

Services

Coordinator on the day
Yes

Food and drink

In-house catering
Yes
Outside caterers allowed
No
Dietary options
Dietary restrictions accommodated and specific meal requests
Bar on site
Yes

Venue highlights

  • Seated dining for up to 200 guests and standing capacity for 500, with a minimum of 10
  • Outdoor ceremony option plus indoor space for the reception
  • In-house catering only, with dietary restrictions and specific meal requests accommodated
  • Urban riverside location in Cambridge with an elegant, modern feel

Costs and booking details

Getting there
BOS · about 15 min by carAisle estimate

Guests fly into BOS.

Direct line
(617) 868-8000

Answered by the venue in local hours.

Questions about the venue

How many guests can the venue hold?+

Up to 200 guests for a seated dinner and up to 500 for a standing reception. The minimum guest count is 10.

Can we bring in our own caterer?+

No. Catering is provided in-house and external caterers are not allowed. Dietary restrictions can be accommodated and specific meal requests are welcomed.

Can we hold the ceremony outdoors?+

Yes, outdoor ceremonies are possible, and the venue offers both indoor and outdoor options.

How do we get in touch about a wedding?+

Email SayIDo@hotelmarlowe.com or call +1 617-868-8000. Wedding package details are at hotelmarlowe.com/boston-wedding-venues/hotel-wedding-packages.

What should we budget?+

We estimate roughly 150 to 250 USD per head, though final pricing should be confirmed with the venue.

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Sources and booking notes

Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.

Venue wedding information

Sources for individual venue facts
  • Seated dinner: 200 guests

    “Kimpton Marlowe Hotel can accommodate up to 200 guests for dream weddings of all sizes!”
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  • Standing reception: 500 guests

    “Kimpton Marlowe Hotel has a variety of meeting + event spaces available that can accommodate anywhere from 10-500 guests at a time.”
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  • Ceremony, seated: 200 guests

    “Serrano Ballroom - Start and end your special day in our Serrano Ballroom which can accommodate ceremonies up to 200 - $3,000 ceremony fee, plus taxes and fees”
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  • Smallest party taken: 10 guests

    “Kimpton Marlowe Hotel has a variety of meeting + event spaces available that can accommodate anywhere from 10-500 guests at a time.”
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  • Rooms: 237 rooms

    “Each of Kimpton Marlowe Hotel's 237 guest rooms offers a spacious oasis, enhanced by perks like plush bedding and locally-inspired touches.”
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  • Room types: 12 listed

    “Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Mobility Accessible Roll-In Shower”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “Yes, we can host outdoor ceremonies at the neighboring Lechmere Canal Park with rented garden chairs overlooking the Charles River.”
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  • Indoor option if it rains: Yes

    “Muse Salon - A wonderfully intimate indoor ceremony space adjacent to the Serrano Ballroom for groups 150 or under - $3,000 ceremony fee, plus taxes and fees”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Catering + special menu planning are available for all wedding events, ensuring your cuisine will be just as memorable as your special day.”
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  • Outside caterers allowed: No

    “We do not allow for outside food and beverage.”
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  • Dietary options: Dietary restrictions accommodated and specific meal requests

    “Chef Adam Resnick is happy to accommodate any dietary restrictions or specific meal requests.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “Or slip into bustling Bambara Kitchen & Bar to savor American & Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, sip craft cocktails at the bar or enjoy our always popular, seasonal themed pop-ups.”
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  • Price: US$210 to US$230 per head

    “PACKAGE $210.00 per person, plus taxes and fees”
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  • Included: Catering, drinks, a coordinator, furniture and rooms

    “Package Includes the Following: Five Hour Select Brand Bar Six Passed Hors D’Oeuvres Three Course Plated Dinner Custom Wedding Cake for Dessert Coffee and Tea Service Red and White Wine Service with Dinner Upgraded Floor Length Linens for Ballroom Upgraded Chiavari Chairs for Ballroom Bartenders (1 per 100) Event Valet Parking for Your Guests Menu Tasting for 4 Guests Discounted Room Rates for your guests Bridal Suite for night of the wedding Wedding Specialist to assist with planning and coordination Click here for full menus”
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  • Pets: Yes

    “Pets are welcome at Kimpton Marlowe Hotel.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “Kimpton Marlowe Hotel surprises and delights adults and kids alike.”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “At Kimpton Marlowe Hotel, self-parking is available for a daily rate of 30 USD and valet parking is available for a daily rate of 30 USD .”
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  • Step-free access: Yes

    “Kimpton Marlowe Hotel in Cambridge accommodates guests with disabilities.”
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  • Guest transport: No

    “No, there is not a complimentary local area shuttle available at Kimpton Marlowe Hotel.”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Plan an outdoor ceremony in our sensational courtyard or at Lechmere Park, or the lavish indoor options like our grand ballroom and Bambara's private dining spaces.”
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  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “Our beautiful courtyard can also serve as the backdrop to your cocktail hours.”
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  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “Their special dance on the empty dance floor before the festivities began was a moment they will cherish forever.”
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  • Indoors or out: Both

    “You and your guests will be treated to an unforgettable wedding flowing through our newly renovated indoor and outdoor spaces.”
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  • Setting: Urban, modern, elegant

    “Located in Cambridge, our dreamy location overlooks the Charles River and provides a tranquil urban oasis not far from the action.”
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  • Swimming pool: No

    “No, Kimpton Marlowe Hotel does not have a pool.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “The wedding specialists here at Hotel Marlowe have put together wedding packages that showcase the culinary offerings of Executive Chef Adam Resnick at Bambara Kitchen & Bar and include all the special touches you’ll need!”
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