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).
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.
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
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
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.”
Read the source for roomsRoom types: 9 listed
“Luxury Room, 1 King Bed”
Read the source for room typesOutdoor 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.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyIn-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.”
Read the source for in-house cateringBar 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.”
Read the source for bar on siteIncluded: 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\*”
Read the source for includedNot included: Food & Beverage and Groom's Room rental
“\*Food & Beverage not included; must be purchased separately.”
Read the source for not includedChildren: Yes
“Parking is always free and all ages are welcome!”
Read the source for childrenParking: Yes
“Parking is always free and all ages are welcome!”
Read the source for parkingStep-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.”
Read the source for step-free accessEvent spaces: Banquet room
“Meeting/banquet facilities”
Read the source for event spacesReception indoors: Yes
“Able to accommodate both indoor and outdoor celebrations, this luxurious hotel is an ideal setting for your event.”
Read the source for reception indoorsReception 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.”
Read the source for reception outdoorsCoordinator on the day: Yes
“Please complete the following information and our Event Coordinator will contact you regarding details of your event:”
Read the source for coordinator on the day