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Price range: $9,600 - $12,600 Price range: $9,600 - $12,600
Couples usually spend $11,100 Couples usually spend $11,100
Reception
$2,500 starting price
Ceremony
$500 starting price
Ceremony
$300 starting price

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Make all of your wedding dreams come true at Hotel Blackhawk, an elegant and classic wedding venue in Davenport, Iowa. This historic city landmark, which was first opened in 1915, and has played host to presidents, socialites and celebrities alike, will provide a timeless, stunning background to your special day as you celebrate with all those you love and hold dear. Their commitment to genuine hospitality combined with beautiful, modern decor and amenities is just the thing to add a touch of sparkle and sophistication to your special day.

Facilities and Capacity
At Hotel Blackhawk, four unique spaces will cater to your particular needs whether you’re planning a lavish celebration or an intimate gathering. Located on the top level of the hotel, Club Davenport boasts picturesque river views for those desiring a touch of romance on their night, and can fit up to 50 guests. The Bettendorf Room is small and stylish, ideal for those celebrating among close friends and family. The Davenport Room offers 2000 square feet of beautiful space that can accommodate up to 100 for seated dinner. The luxurious Gold Room has been meticulously restored to its original grandeur, and couples can gather up to 200 of their loved ones in this elegant space. The Davenport Room and Gold Room can also be combined to seat up to 300.

Services Offered
The Hotel Blackhawk is the perfect place for your engagement party, rehearsal dinner, ceremony, and wedding reception. For guests wanting to extend their stay, accommodations are available, and a bridal suite is provided for your day-of needs. Their staff will take care of setup and clean up, and they provide event planning and rental services as well. Our MBA Masters certified wedding and event planner will be there with you from start to finish! From the booking process, to a complimentary tasting, planning timelines, budgets, creating a experience for you to remember!

Location
This recently renovated historic hotel is romantically located just a few blocks from the Mississippi River. Hotel Blackhawk offers easy access to the Quad Cities, and is within walking distance of the Adler Theatre, RiverCenter, and Figge Art Museum.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

2,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$300

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables
Transportation

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)

Describe your venue:

Hotel

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access
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Reviews of Hotel Blackhawk

5.0 out of 5 rating
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
5.0 out of 5 rating
64 Reviews
99% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    5 out of 5 rating
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Hotel Blackhawk is a highly recommended wedding venue with a beautiful and elegant space. The staff, including the in-house wedding planner Kimberlin, received praise for their professionalism and helpfulness throughout the planning process and on the day of the event. The food was delicious and the service provided by the staff was excellent. The venue coordinator and banquet coordinator were both commended for their clear instructions and helpfulness. Overall, guests had a positive experience and highly recommend Hotel Blackhawk for weddings and other events.

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Hotel Blackhawk is a highly recommended wedding venue with a beautiful and elegant space. The staff, including the in-house wedding planner Kimberlin, received praise for their professionalism and helpfulness throughout the planning process and on the day of the event. The food was delicious and the service provided by the staff was excellent. The venue coordinator and banquet coordinator were both commended for their clear instructions and helpfulness. Overall, guests had a positive experience and highly recommend Hotel Blackhawk for weddings and other events.

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5.0/5 64 reviews
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4.5/5 1363 reviews
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Grace N. Sent on 06/05/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful wedding venue and amazing team!

Hotel Blackhawk was the perfect location for our wedding! The space itself is beautiful, and the team that made it all happen was amazing! Kimberlin was such a pleasure to work with throughout the planning process - she was so attentive and flexible and made sure everything we wanted was prioritized. She was with us the entire weekend (including the rehearsal the night before) to make sure our wedding day went smoothly. She also coordinated with all of our vendors ahead of time to make sure everyone was on the same page. The day was so perfect and there were no hiccups whatsoever! Kimberlin and her team, along with our vendors, flipped the entire room between our ceremony and reception in a little over an hour, and it looked incredible! Not only did our guests love the space, but we heard such great things about the food, drinks and the service as well! Everyone who worked at our event was so pleasant (especially Ashley who served us at our sweetheart table all night!) We couldn't have been happier with our decision to get married at Hotel Blackhawk!
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Georgiann A. Sent on 02/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Storybook Wedding

We held my daughter’s wedding here and I heard more than one person remark about it being a storybook wedding. The venue was beautiful and the staff was so helpful. Kimberlin had everything under control which made it so much easier for me to relax and enjoy.

I wasn’t sure how having the dance floor up above would work instead of on the same level as the tables but it was fantastic!

Food was delicious and nicely sized portions. No one left hungry and remarked how good the food was.
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Laura P. Sent on 02/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Venue

Hotel Blackhawk was the venue for us as soon as we walked in. The lobby was beautiful and the Gold Room was the right amount of elegant we were looking for. The room spoke for it self and didn't require a ton of decorating. Our guests loved everything about the hotel too; historic, beautiful, unique, the food was delicious, and the staff was professional, polite, kind and informative.

Hotel Blackhawk promotes their in-house wedding planner. As we planned the wedding she was helpful in answering any questions we had regarding the reception. I'm sure if I asked for help with planning she would have helped, however I am glad I did not rely on her to reach out to me for that. When I did reach out with questions or ideas she was VERY helpful and even more so responsive. I never felt like my emails were missed. The day of is really where she shined, she was so helpful in helping to set things up, getting our lunch from one room to another, and working with our vendors. I never heard a peep and didn't have to stress about it either, I knew it was in good hands. She really took care of us and some of the small details really helped to make our day special.

Once she left for the evening the banquet coordinate was extremely helpful and communicative on what we should and (optionally) shouldn't clean up and could do the next morning. She gave clear instructions on where to find our cake and did it all with a smile.

In conclusion, I have zero regrets about having our wedding reception at the Hotel Blackhawk and would recommend them to anyone that is considering having an event there.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner

Real Weddings

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Professional Network & Endorsements

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Music Connection Music Connection Wedding DJs

We love playing events at Hotel Blackhawk. We have performed in the Gold Room to many times to count over the years. This is one of the most beautiful reception halls in the area. The rooms natural contours makes it stand out like few others do when dressed with up-lighting. Great staff and a lot of options for event setup.

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Hotel Blackhawk frequently asked questions

Hotel Blackhawk includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
  • Transportation
Hotel Blackhawk includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Hotel Blackhawk includes:
  • Bartender(s)
The space offered by Hotel Blackhawk for wedding events is known for:
  • Hotel
Hotel Blackhawk offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
Hotel Blackhawk offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Hotel Blackhawk offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Hotel Blackhawk offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Hotel Blackhawk is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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