The Colonial Hotel
All-inclusive venue
The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $6,000
Packages
Prices start at $79
Guest capacity
Up to 350 seated guests
About this venue
The Colonial Hotel, is one of Central Massachusetts’ most romantic hotels & wedding venues. This 112 room hotel, idealizes New England charm & quintessential hospitality. Known for their expertise in event planning, this property hosts around 100 weddings and corporate events a year. This casual venue attracts guests from Massachusetts & Southern New Hampshire on wedding weekends, and business travelers from Tyco International throughout the week. With a restaurant and catering service onsite, The Colonial Hotel provides unparalleled service & event expertise for their guests. The Colonial Grille, offers a variety of functionality from rehearsal dinners to birthday parties and everything in between. The restaurant provides a local draw from the Gardner, MA area and contributes to the property’s off-season push throughout the months of January – March.
Our event spaces
The Grand Ballroom
The Grand Ballroom is a beautiful and spacious room that can accommodate 50 to 350 guests.
The Grand Ballroom is a beautiful and spacious room that can accommodate 50 to 350 guests. The ballroom divides into four smaller spaces for intimate celebrations, large social gatherings or corporate events The room’s chandeliers, French doors, neutral color palette and large dancefloor make this the perfect space for your function.
Guest capacity
50-350 Seated
50-350 Standing
Square footage
4,669
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Tables, Linens, Napkins (your choice of color), Chivari chairs, Up lighting (your choice of color), Windows, Brand new Chandeliers, Full service Bar
Room cost
Room cost is included in all Wedding Packages for 5 hours
The Courtyard Tent
Our outdoor tent is a gorgeous outdoor setting to host your social event Available from the beginning of May through the end of October.
Our outdoor tent is a gorgeous outdoor setting to host your social event Available from the beginning of May through the end of October, you can seat up to 300 guests comfortably in this heated tent. The tent features a full bar set-up and completely covered entrance to the hotel. The fabric ceiling drapings and french window sidewalls will bring elegance to any occasion.
Guest capacity
50-300 Seated
50-300 Standing
Square footage
4,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Tables, Linens, Napkins (your choice of color), Chivari chairs, Chandeliers, Full Service Bar
Room cost
Rentals Vary Based on Seaso
Ceremony Spaces Indoor & Outdoor
Ceremony to fit all needs and desires
Our Beautiful outdoor Pergola space can hold as many guests as you have. With a beautiful cobblestone walkway to lead you to your I DO's with an elegant landscaping setting behind you. Our indoor ceremony space can hold as many guests as you have. With beautiful windows behind you. You are welcome to use the hotel trellis if you would like or just the windows themselves for a perfect intimate setting.
Guest capacity
50-350 Seated
50-350 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Outdoor: White garden chairs Pergola Perfect landscaping Inside: Chivari chairs Windows brand New Chandeliers Trellis if wanted
Room cost
Ceremony Fee is $1000-1500
The Colonial Grille
The Colonial Grille is the perfect place to start your Wedding Weekend, or end your beautiful Wedding Night
The Colonial Grille is open for Lunch and Dinner to the public. We host rehearsal dinners the night before your wedding, with discounted pricing. The Colonial Grille is open till 2am on Friday and Saturday Nights for your afterparty needs.
Guest capacity
Up to 60 Seated
Up to 60 Standing
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Engagement party, After party
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Tables, chairs, Full service bar, and Full service restaurant
Room cost
Discounted pricing for all booked couples
The Grand Ballroom
The Grand Ballroom is a beautiful and spacious room that can accommodate 50 to 350 guests.
The Grand Ballroom is a beautiful and spacious room that can accommodate 50 to 350 guests. The ballroom divides into four smaller spaces for intimate celebrations, large social gatherings or corporate events The room’s chandeliers, French doors, neutral color palette and large dancefloor make this the perfect space for your function.
Guest capacity
50-350 Seated
50-350 Standing
Square footage
4,669
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Tables, Linens, Napkins (your choice of color), Chivari chairs, Up lighting (your choice of color), Windows, Brand new Chandeliers, Full service Bar
Room cost
Room cost is included in all Wedding Packages for 5 hours
The Courtyard Tent
Our outdoor tent is a gorgeous outdoor setting to host your social event Available from the beginning of May through the end of October.
Our outdoor tent is a gorgeous outdoor setting to host your social event Available from the beginning of May through the end of October, you can seat up to 300 guests comfortably in this heated tent. The tent features a full bar set-up and completely covered entrance to the hotel. The fabric ceiling drapings and french window sidewalls will bring elegance to any occasion.
Guest capacity
50-300 Seated
50-300 Standing
Square footage
4,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Tables, Linens, Napkins (your choice of color), Chivari chairs, Chandeliers, Full Service Bar
Room cost
Rentals Vary Based on Seaso
Ceremony Spaces Indoor & Outdoor
Ceremony to fit all needs and desires
Our Beautiful outdoor Pergola space can hold as many guests as you have. With a beautiful cobblestone walkway to lead you to your I DO's with an elegant landscaping setting behind you. Our indoor ceremony space can hold as many guests as you have. With beautiful windows behind you. You are welcome to use the hotel trellis if you would like or just the windows themselves for a perfect intimate setting.
Guest capacity
50-350 Seated
50-350 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Outdoor: White garden chairs Pergola Perfect landscaping Inside: Chivari chairs Windows brand New Chandeliers Trellis if wanted
Room cost
Ceremony Fee is $1000-1500
The Colonial Grille
The Colonial Grille is the perfect place to start your Wedding Weekend, or end your beautiful Wedding Night
The Colonial Grille is open for Lunch and Dinner to the public. We host rehearsal dinners the night before your wedding, with discounted pricing. The Colonial Grille is open till 2am on Friday and Saturday Nights for your afterparty needs.
Guest capacity
Up to 60 Seated
Up to 60 Standing
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Engagement party, After party
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Tables, chairs, Full service bar, and Full service restaurant
Room cost
Discounted pricing for all booked couples
The Colonial Hotel packages
Classic Elegance Package
50-350 guests
Peak pricing $99
Off-peak pricing $99
Professional Wedding Coordinator/ 5 -Hour Reception Floor length linens with choice of napkin color Unlimited Hors d’oeuvres for your guests during cocktail hour (choice of 3) Three course dinner with choice of 2 entrées Wedding cake Included Champagne Toast Lanterns with Candle for your Centerpieces Chivari Chairs Elegant Suite for the Wedding Couple the Evening of Their Reception All Bartender & Cake Cutting Fees After Party Space Available at No Additional Charge
Champagne & Lace Package
50-350 guests
Peak pricing $119
Off-peak pricing $119
Everything you receive in the Classic Elegance Package and More! Up lighting in the Ballroom Gold or Silver Charger Plates Cheese, Cracker & Vegetable Display garnished with fruit Unlimited Hors d’oeuvres for cocktail hour (choice of 5) Full Open bar for cocktail hour Champagne toast garnished with a strawberry Accompaniment to your Wedding Cake
Royal Gala
50-350 guests
Peak pricing $169
Off-peak pricing $169
Everything with the Classic Elegance & Champagne and Lace Plus More!!! Ultimate Cheese Cracker, Fruit, Vegetable & Mediterranean Display Open Bar 5 Hours 2 Signature Drinks Butler Passed Drinks During Cocktail Time
Over The Top
50-350 guests
Peak pricing $199
Off-peak pricing $199
Upgrade your Royal Gala Package to Include: Full Exclusive Use of Hotels Facility for Ceremony, Cocktail Time & Reception with our Grand Ballroom & Courtyard Tent Enhanced Cocktail Hour with Stations Champagne or Sangria Wall During Cocktail Time
Available services that can be provided by The Colonial Hotel
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Liability insurance
- Lighting/Sound
- On-site accommodations
- Pet friendly
- Service staff
- Set up
- Wedding cake services
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
- Wheelchair accessible
Accommodations
- Bedroom suites
- Double bed rooms
- Honeymoon suite
- Luxury suites
- Room blocks offered
- Single king rooms
Reviews
Write a review4.9 out of 5
14 reviews
- HC
Helen C.
Our Dream Wedding!!
The Colonial Hotel was the perfect choice for our wedding of 200 guests. Mary and her team were incredibly responsive and helpful throughout our planning process, and they proved it when we needed them most. The day before our ceremony, the forecast called for rain and strong winds, but Mary jumped into action and rearranged our entire event indoors in less than 24 hours without missing a beat. What really impressed us was how they managed every single dietary restriction for all our guests without any issues or confusion. The space itself is elegant and timeless, and everything felt effortless from start to finish. We couldn't have asked for a better venue or team to make our day special.
- MS
Maeghan S.
I LOVE THE COLONIAL
Kailee and Mary were instrumental in making our events seamless—they answered every question, handled all the logistics from setup through the day-of execution, and even managed the decorations to perfection. What really stood out was their genuine commitment to reducing stress; they anticipated our needs and went the extra mile to ensure everything ran smoothly. The food quality was excellent and paired well with their attentive service. If you're looking for a venue with a team that truly cares about your success, The Colonial Hotel is absolutely worth booking.
- K
KRISTI
we HIGHLY recommend the Colonial Hotel
From the moment we started planning our wedding, Mary and Nikki went above and beyond to make sure every detail was perfect. Their professionalism, organization, creativity, and genuine care made the entire process stress-free and enjoyable. On our wedding day at the Colonial, everything came together more beautifully than we could have ever imagined. Mary and Nikki handled every detail seamlessly, allowing us to truly relax and enjoy every moment with our family and friends. They anticipated needs before we even knew we had them and made sure everything ran smoothly from start to finish. What stood out most was how much they genuinely cared about making our vision come to life. They listened to every idea, offered thoughtful guidance, and worked tirelessly behind the scenes to create a day that felt uniquely us. Because of them, our wedding was everything we dreamed of and more. We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the entire Colonial staff. Every single person we interacted with was kind, attentive, professional, and committed to making our day special. From the setup to the service and everything in between, the staff worked incredibly hard behind the scenes to ensure that our guests were well cared for and that every detail was executed flawlessly. We are so incredibly grateful for the hard work, dedication, and kindness shown by everyone involved. Our wedding day was truly magical, and that is because of the amazing team at the Colonial. Thank you, Mary, Nikki, and the entire staff for helping create memories that we will cherish for a lifetime. We cannot recommend you highly enough!
- SG
Sharon & G.
Wonderful Venue & Staff!
The Colonial Hotel was a perfect venue for our wedding Reception. From the moment we reached out, the team there was quick to respond and provided us with detailed information to help us plan our special event. Mary and all the staff we dealt with were very helpful in making our day truly special. The beautiful ballroom with the wood floors made for a night of fun dancing; the ballroom windows, outside stonework of the building and the gazebo made for some stunning photos. We received great comments from our guests on the appetizers and meal. It was a beautiful setting for our wedding celebration and we were very glad to find it.
- MH
Matthew H.
Mary and Colonial Team - Fantastic!
The Colonial Hotel exceeded our expectations with wedding planning and execution. Mary was wonderful to work with: she explained everything well step by step and was always available to answer our questions same-day. At the actual wedding the staff was efficient, checked in with us often, and truly exceeded our expectations. As the day went on, we knew we could stop stressing about it because The Colonial had it covered. Thank you, Mary and The Colonial Team, for truly making our wedding day even better than we could have ever imagined!!!
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