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).
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.
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
- 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.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about pricing and availability for the month you have in mind. You do not need a fixed date.
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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.
Sources for individual venue facts
Seated dinner: 200 guests
“Kimpton Marlowe Hotel can accommodate up to 200 guests for dream weddings of all sizes!”
Read the source for seated dinnerStanding 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.”
Read the source for standing receptionCeremony, 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”
Read the source for ceremony, seatedSmallest 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.”
Read the source for smallest party takenRooms: 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.”
Read the source for roomsRoom types: 12 listed
“Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Mobility Accessible Roll-In Shower”
Read the source for room typesOutdoor ceremony: Yes
“Yes, we can host outdoor ceremonies at the neighboring Lechmere Canal Park with rented garden chairs overlooking the Charles River.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyIndoor 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”
Read the source for indoor option if it rainsIn-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.”
Read the source for in-house cateringOutside caterers allowed: No
“We do not allow for outside food and beverage.”
Read the source for outside caterers allowedDietary options: Dietary restrictions accommodated and specific meal requests
“Chef Adam Resnick is happy to accommodate any dietary restrictions or specific meal requests.”
Read the source for dietary optionsBar 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.”
Read the source for bar on sitePrice: US$210 to US$230 per head
“PACKAGE $210.00 per person, plus taxes and fees”
Read the source for priceIncluded: 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”
Read the source for includedPets: Yes
“Pets are welcome at Kimpton Marlowe Hotel.”
Read the source for petsChildren: Yes
“Kimpton Marlowe Hotel surprises and delights adults and kids alike.”
Read the source for childrenParking: 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 .”
Read the source for parkingStep-free access: Yes
“Kimpton Marlowe Hotel in Cambridge accommodates guests with disabilities.”
Read the source for step-free accessGuest transport: No
“No, there is not a complimentary local area shuttle available at Kimpton Marlowe Hotel.”
Read the source for guest transportEvent spaces: Banquet room
“Meeting/banquet facilities”
Read the source for event spacesReception 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.”
Read the source for reception indoorsReception outdoors: Yes
“Our beautiful courtyard can also serve as the backdrop to your cocktail hours.”
Read the source for reception outdoorsSpace for dancing: Yes
“Their special dance on the empty dance floor before the festivities began was a moment they will cherish forever.”
Read the source for space for dancingIndoors or out: Both
“You and your guests will be treated to an unforgettable wedding flowing through our newly renovated indoor and outdoor spaces.”
Read the source for indoors or outSetting: Urban, modern, elegant
“Located in Cambridge, our dreamy location overlooks the Charles River and provides a tranquil urban oasis not far from the action.”
Read the source for settingSwimming pool: No
“No, Kimpton Marlowe Hotel does not have a pool.”
Read the source for swimming poolCoordinator 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!”
Read the source for coordinator on the day