Star Service
Look no further than the Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia for superior service. The hotel’s staff goes above and beyond the call of duty to make sure your wedding day is sheer perfection. “They have everything from a sewing kit to a spare bow tie for your groomsmen, so you don’t have to worry about a thing,” says event planner Megan Kline. (215) 963-1500
Sweet Treat
Chocolate lovers will love The Hotel Hershey, located just minutes from the renowned Hershey’s Chocolate World. While guests tour the namesake amusement park, brides can relax in the hotel’s spa (chocolate fondue wrap, anyone?). For the big day, the site is home to blooming gardens with extraordinary fountains and majestic ballrooms designed in a Spanish architectural style. (717) 533-2171
Group Accommodations
The Nemacolin Woodlands Resort & Spa in Farmington boasts 335 guest rooms, so all your guests can stay in one place. What’s more, there are 15 restaurants, a championship golf course, spa, and equestrian center, so they’ll never get bored. For the wedding day, the resort features a full-service salon and two on-site certified wedding planners to take care of any last-minute wedding day details. (800) 422-2736
Romantic Suite
Revel in your newlywed status in luxury suite at The Mercersburg Inn. The Georgian Mansion’s bridal suite is outfitted with a large whirlpool tub, fireplace, and private balcony, not to mention a dozen red roses upon your arrival. (717) 328-5231
Perfect Locale
The Pittsburgh Marriott City Center is located within a half hour of the Pittsburgh Zoo, an aquarium, museums and more, so your out-of-towners will have plenty of to occupy themselves with while you’re prepping for the big day. For those who want to stay put, the hotel is home to an indoor pool, fitness center, gift shops, restaurants, lounges, and more. (412) 471-4000
Elegant Ballroom
For a truly lavish ballroom reception, consider the ballroom of the Hotel du Pont in Wilmington. This magnificent, French Neoclassic ballroom is outfitted with gilded rosettes, glittering chandeliers and bas-reliefs of Helen of Troy and Cleopatra, perfect for a classic, formal wedding. (302) 594-3100
Fine Dining
The catering staff at The Hilton Garden Inn Fort Washington will work with you to plan the perfect rehearsal dinner menu. Prices are affordable and they can accommodate up to 150 people, so you can feel free to invite all of your out-of-town guests. (215) 646-4637
Best Perk
The Rittenhouse in Philadelphia not only has concierges on-site to assist with planning, it also has a florist and orchestra on staff to make your day its most memorable (don’t worry, you’re not obligated to use them). If that’s not enough to entice, brides also receive a personalized hair and makeup consultation at the hotel’s Adolph Biecker Salon. (215) 546-9000
-- Linda DeProperzio and Katie Axelrod
Faith West Photography
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