The Whitehall Houston
The Whitehall Houston is a restored urban hotel in downtown Houston with meeting and banquet space that holds up to 450 standing guests.
The Whitehall Houston is a hotel destination wedding venue in Houston, United States, hosting 280 at dinner and 450 at the ceremony, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$25,000 (our estimate).
About The Whitehall Houston
The Whitehall Houston is a restored urban hotel in downtown Houston with meeting and banquet space that holds up to 450 standing guests.
The venue declares wedding services, handles catering in house, and offers both indoor and outdoor options along with a pool.
Eleven room categories are available for guest accommodation, from Standard King Rooms to a Presidential Suite sleeping up to four, and accommodation is included in wedding arrangements.
We estimate catering runs around 110 to 215 USD per head, with a transfer of roughly 30 minutes from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
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Definitely the fanciest place we've stayed, so didn't know what to expect. The staff were all so friendly and helpful.
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Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 280 guests
- Standing reception
- 450 guests
- Ceremony, seated
- 450 guests
- Smallest party taken
- 50 guests
Staying over
- Rooms
- 259 rooms
- Room types
- 11 listed
Money
- A wedding for 80 guests
- About US$25,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
- Price
- US$110 to US$215 per headAisle estimate
- Included
- Rooms
House rules
- Pets
- Yes
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- IAH, 30 min by carAisle estimate
- Parking
- Yes
- Step-free access
- Yes
- Guest transport
- Yes
The spaces
- Event spaces
- Banquet room
- Reception indoors
- Yes
- Reception outdoors
- Yes
- Space for dancing
- Yes
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Urban, restored, elegant
The place
- Swimming pool
- Yes
- Historic building
- Yes
Services
- Coordinator on the day
- Yes
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
- Bar on site
- Yes
Venue highlights
- Capacity for 450 standing guests in meeting and banquet space
- In house catering with wedding services declared by the hotel
- Both indoor and outdoor event options, plus an on site pool
- 11 room types, including a Presidential Suite for up to 4 guests
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- IAH · about 30 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into IAH.
- Direct line
- (713) 739-8800
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
How many guests can the venue hold?+
The meeting and banquet space accommodates up to 450 standing guests.
Is catering provided by the hotel?+
Yes, catering is in house at The Whitehall Houston.
Can we hold the ceremony or reception outdoors?+
Yes, the venue offers both indoor and outdoor spaces, and there is a pool on site.
What accommodation is available for our guests?+
Accommodation is included and there are 11 room types, including Standard, Executive, Deluxe and Superior King and Double rooms, a Suite, a Presidential Suite (up to 4 guests) and a disability access double room.
How do we reach the venue and get in touch?+
The nearest airport is IAH, an estimated 30 minutes away. Call +1 855-318-8945 or see the wedding details at https://www.thewhitehallhouston.com/weddings.
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Sources and booking notes
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Sources for individual venue facts
Seated dinner: 280 guests
“- Banquet 280”
Read the source for seated dinnerStanding reception: 450 guests
“4,233 Sq. Ft. | Up to 450 Guests Say "I do" under the soft glow of golden chandeliers in the Bluebonnet Ballroom.”
Read the source for standing receptionCeremony, seated: 450 guests
“- Theater 450”
Read the source for ceremony, seatedSmallest party taken: 50 guests
“There is a 50-guest minimum.”
Read the source for smallest party takenRooms: 259 rooms
“We have 259 beautifully appointed guest rooms.”
Read the source for roomsRoom types: 11 listed
“Standard Double Room with Two Double Beds”
Read the source for room typesIn-house catering: Yes
“Boasting 12,000 sq. ft. of high-tech and versatile spaces, custom catering, and expert planning, the hotel is Houston’s premier address for memorable events of up to 450 guests.”
Read the source for in-house cateringBar on site: Yes
“Part & Parcel is our outdoor bar and restaurant serving modern, Southern-inspired gastropub fare including small plates, appetizers, and sandwiches.”
Read the source for bar on siteIncluded: Rooms
“Enhancements include a Champagne toast, complimentary cake cutting, and a wedding night guest room, supported by dedicated banquet service and all essential reception amenities.”
Read the source for includedPets: Yes
“We will be delighted to host your furry friend, as long as they weigh 50 pounds or less.”
Read the source for petsParking: Yes
“Valet only, no self-parking available.”
Read the source for parkingStep-free access: Yes
“Our hotel is committed to making our facilities, amenities and services accessible to guests with disabilities.”
Read the source for step-free accessGuest transport: Yes
“We offer a complimentary shuttle in the immediate Downtown area, within a one-mile radius from 7am-11pm on a first-come, first-served basis.”
Read the source for guest transportEvent spaces: Banquet room
“Meeting/banquet facilities”
Read the source for event spacesReception indoors: Yes
“Since ours was an October wedding, we did the entire reception indoors.”
Read the source for reception indoorsReception outdoors: Yes
“This captivating venue's vibrant scenery and unique open-air layout breathe fresh air into your wedding's revelry.”
Read the source for reception outdoorsSpace for dancing: Yes
“Whether you want to dance the night away with up to 300 guests in the Bluebonnet Ballroom or envision an intimate dinner with family and friends in one of our smaller event spaces, our certified wedding planner will ensure every detail is flawless.”
Read the source for space for dancingIndoors or out: Both
“This captivating venue's vibrant scenery and unique open-air layout breathe fresh air into your wedding's revelry.”
Read the source for indoors or outSetting: Urban, restored, elegant
“The Whitehall Houston blends downtown allure with modern elegance and Southern charm.”
Read the source for settingSwimming pool: Yes
“We have an outdoor pool.”
Read the source for swimming poolHistoric building: Yes
“Houston's original landmark hotel for celebrations, The Whitehall, has hosted some of the city's most glamorous events since opening in 1963.”
Read the source for historic buildingCoordinator on the day: Yes
“Whether you want to dance the night away with up to 300 guests in the Bluebonnet Ballroom or envision an intimate dinner with family and friends in one of our smaller event spaces, our certified wedding planner will ensure every detail is flawless.”
Read the source for coordinator on the day