Waterfront Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in Prairie du Chien, United States, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$15,000 (our estimate).

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Waterfront Hotel

Set along the river in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, the Waterfront Hotel is a modern 55-room property with in-house catering and a banquet space for receptions.

Rooms
55 rooms
Venue website
Cost
About US$15,000 for 80 guests
Aisle estimate
Ceremony
Outdoor ceremonies
Venue website
Getting there
DBQ · about 1 h 10 by car
Aisle estimate

About Waterfront Hotel

Set along the river in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, the Waterfront Hotel is a modern 55-room property with in-house catering and a banquet space for receptions.

Outdoor ceremonies are offered on site, and the wedding package includes a bridal suite for Friday and Saturday, table linens and wedding decor, a dedicated event coordinator, rehearsal dinner space, champagne at the lead table, and farewell brunch space.

Guest rooms range from Standard Queen Rooms sleeping up to four to King River View Suites, Deluxe King Suites, and Luxury Rooms with a fireplace.

We estimate a venue fee in the range of roughly USD 1,500 to 4,000, with food and beverage and the Groom's Room rental billed separately.

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This hotel is simply amazing! You can walk to all the downtown area with ease. The staff is fantastic! The rooms and clean and well laid out. I’ll definitely stay here any time I’m in the area.

Chris Welch · on Google →

Capacity, rooms and facilities

Staying over

Rooms
55 rooms
Room types
9 listed

The ceremony

Outdoor ceremony
Yes

Money

A wedding for 80 guests
About US$15,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
Price
US$1,500 to US$4,000 venue feeAisle estimate
Included
Bridal Suite Friday & Saturday, Table linens and wedding decor, Dedicated event coordinator, Rehearsal dinner space, Champagne at the lead table and Farewell brunch space
Not included
Food & Beverage and Groom's Room rental

House rules

Children
Yes

Getting there

Nearest airport
DBQ, 70 min by carAisle estimate
Parking
Yes
Step-free access
Yes

The spaces

Event spaces
Banquet room
Reception indoors
Yes
Reception outdoors
Yes
Setting
Lakeside, modern, elegantAisle estimate

Services

Coordinator on the day
Yes

Food and drink

In-house catering
Yes
Bar on site
Yes

Venue highlights

  • 55 guest rooms, including King and Queen options with river views
  • Outdoor ceremony option on a riverside setting
  • In-house catering and a meeting/banquet event space
  • Package includes bridal suite Friday and Saturday, linens and decor, and a dedicated event coordinator

Costs and booking details

Getting there
DBQ · about 1 h 10 by carAisle estimate

Guests fly into DBQ.

Direct line
(608) 380-1021

Answered by the venue in local hours.

Questions about the venue

What is included in the wedding package?+

The package includes a bridal suite for Friday and Saturday, table linens and wedding decor, a dedicated event coordinator, rehearsal dinner space, champagne at the lead table, and farewell brunch space.

What is not included?+

Food and beverage and the Groom's Room rental are not included in the package price.

Can we hold the ceremony outdoors?+

Yes, outdoor ceremonies are offered at the hotel, which sits on the river.

Is catering handled by the hotel?+

Yes, the Waterfront Hotel provides in-house catering, served in its meeting and banquet space.

How many rooms are available for guests?+

There are 55 rooms, with types including Standard Queen and Standard King Rooms, Luxury Rooms (some with a fireplace), Deluxe King Suites, King River View Suites, and Queen Rooms with a river view. Several room types sleep up to four.

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Sources and booking notes

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Venue wedding information

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  • Rooms: 55 rooms

    “Fifty-five luxurious guest rooms and suites await your arrival in Prairie du Chien—each brimming with thoughtful hand-selected amenities for you to enjoy.”
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  • Room types: 9 listed

    “Luxury Room, 1 King Bed”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “Celebrate under the clear Wisconsin skies and stars. Our romantic rooftop terrace makes for a picture-perfect backdrop for weddings, meetings, and special events.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Join our friendly bartenders and wait staff at Backwater Bar & Grill for an unforgettable evening of live music, libations, local fare, and the big game on TV.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “The Backwater Bar & Grill is known for its specialty cocktails, tap beer, hot wings, hearty sandwiches, fresh pizzas, herb-roasted chicken, ribs, and much more.”
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  • Included: Bridal Suite Friday & Saturday, Table linens and wedding decor, Dedicated event coordinator, Rehearsal dinner space, Champagne at the lead table and Farewell brunch space

    “Our Signature Wedding Package includes the following amenities and event spaces: * Bridal Suite Friday & Saturday * Table linens and wedding decor * Dedicated event coordinator * Rehearsal dinner space\* * Champagne at the lead table * Farewell brunch space\*”
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  • Not included: Food & Beverage and Groom's Room rental

    “\*Food & Beverage not included; must be purchased separately.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “Parking is always free and all ages are welcome!”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “Parking is always free and all ages are welcome!”
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  • Step-free access: Yes

    “Our ADA-friendly King Room features one heavenly king bed with plush pillows as well as free Wi-Fi, a 50” Samsung LED TV, and a spacious tiled bathroom with a roll-in shower, grab bars, and premium bath products.”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Able to accommodate both indoor and outdoor celebrations, this luxurious hotel is an ideal setting for your event.”
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  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “Let our scenic rooftop terrace set the stage for one of your many milestone events, including wedding receptions, birthday parties, business functions and more.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “Please complete the following information and our Event Coordinator will contact you regarding details of your event:”
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