January 18, 2024
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In a city like Austin, wedding venues are plentiful. From rustic to industrial and everything in between, here are our favorite picks in the ATX area.
A stunning setting at The Preserve at Canyon Lake. PHOTO BY PINE AND BLOSSOM
Hotel Ella
Originally built in 1897, Hotel Ella stands as one of the most historical landmarks in Austin, and it is clear why this Hotel is such a beloved wedding spot. Boasting five different potential spaces for guests to rent, Hotel Ella really offers it all. From the Flourishing Lawn, the Mansion Veranda, the Pool Courtyard, the Grand Ballroom and Veranda, the Parlor and Parlor Bar, or Goodall’s Kitchen, which provides on-site catering, Hotel Ella will take care of every detail. With nine luxury suites and 38 rooms on the property for guests, Hotel Ella has you covered from the wedding shower to the honeymoon and everything in between. 1900 Rio Grande St., Austin, hotelella.com
Ma Maison
This 23-acre, 10,000-square-foot venue in Dripping Springs really is the gateway to the hill country. The antique Green Cathedral creates stunning, once-in-a-lifetime moments for your big day. The Grove is surrounded by amazing landscapes and lush oak trees, making it the most popular outdoor space on the property. The Lake View is the perfect spot to entertain guests for a cocktail hour or an intimate ceremony, with its namesake being even more gorgeous in person. The Trellis gives guests an indoor-outdoor experience with countless uses and possibilities, with amenities making it perfect for any time of year. The Chapel is exactly how it sounds, for a more traditional yet just as elegant space for a ceremony you and your guests will never forget. The Great Hall rounds out the spaces around the venue, and it is just that. At 4,000 square feet, the only limit to the reception of your dreams is your imagination. 2550 Bell Springs Road, Dripping Springs, themamaison.com
Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa
Renovated in 2019, the Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa is a shining jewel nestled in the heart of Westlake Hills. Holding three ceremony sites and five reception venues, there is no limit to what you can do. The Rock House gives you a nature-filled, rustic, laidback wedding approach with something for everyone. Want a more modern approach? The brand-new Hill Country Pavillion can host up to almost 700 guests and, with adjustable windows, gives access to the observation deck as well as two stunning lawns, creating a cohesive indoor and outdoor experience. The Darrell K. Royal Ballroom and the Brazos Ballroom are traditional spaces perfect for dinner and dancing with up to 900 guests. The Wildflower Atrium provides guests with an intimate, calming ambiance and stunning views of Texas Hill Country. 8212 Barton Club Drive, Austin, omnihotels.com
A peek inside The Preserve at Canyon Lake ballroom. PHOTO BY: BRITNI DEAN PHOTOGRAPHY
The Preserve at Canyon Lake
Located an hour outside Austin, the Preserve at Canyon Lake is well worth the drive. Residing in the middle of a 170-acre wildlife preservation, this breathtaking venue epitomizes elegance meeting nature. The property is perfect for everyone, with a ballroom, chapel, three lakeside courtyards, and two changing suites. The clean, modern look of the venue contrasts the stunning spring-fed lake running through the property beautifully, truly making this venue one of a kind. 14400 FM306, Canyon Lake, texaspreserve.com
A gorgeous al fresco wedding reception at Woodbine Mansion. PHOTO BY NATALIE NICOLE
Woodbine Mansion
It’s a Texas Historic Landmark and a beautiful one for sure. The Woodbine Mansion is a gem in Round Rock. Sitting on 1.5 acres, the Woodbine Mansion is home to five private changing rooms, two lush outdoor courtyards, private gardens, access to two mansion floors, and a stunning gazebo and garden trellis, making this the perfect venue from start to finish. This aesthetic and historic venue is sure to make for an unforgettable day. 405 E. Main St., Round Rock, thewoodbinemansion.com
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