The Drake Hotel 140 East Walton Place • Chicago • Illinois 60611
The Drake Hotel
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
Read More Show Less- This 1920 Beaux Arts beauty is a Chicago icon that's been named one of the Historic Hotels of America. An opulent landmark that's attracted a who's who from around the world, it continues to be the pinnacle of luxury for a dream wedding.
- You'll find stunning design flourishes like hand-crafted ceilings, columns, and crystal chandeliers in the Grand Ballroom and other event spaces. Plus, the views of Lake Michigan and Oak Street Beach are fabulous.
- Enjoy high tea at the Palm Court, first-class accommodations, and designer shops. And you're not the only one getting excellent service—your Very Important Pet is pampered with a goody bag, walks, and even a nanny if requested.
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Prices: What's this going to cost?
Package Prices
- $200–280/person
- Package prices vary depending on:
- Package chosen
Wedding packages can include:
- Hors d'oeuvres & four–five courses
- Butler-passed white wine & sparkling water
- Award-winning wedding cake
- Drake selection of red & wine, platinum spirits, and imported & domestic beer
- A personally tailored duet
- Refreshing fruits, berries, and sauces
- Silver samovar coffee
- And more!
Capacity
Indoors | Outdoors | ||
---|---|---|---|
Ceremony | Seated | 495 | 0 |
Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 900 | 0 |
Reception | Seated | 500 | 0 |
Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 495. |
Venue Details
Site Uses
- Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- Small Wedding
- All-Inclusive
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
- On-Site Accommodations
- Late Night
- LGBTQ+ Friendly
Essential Info
Price
$$ • $$$
Catering
In-house
Alcohol
In-house
Amplified Music
Indoors
Outdoors
Availability
Year-round, daily, anytime.
Venue Type
Buildings, other structures, and natural settings available at this venue:
- Ballroom
- Historic / Landmark Building
- Hotel
Venue Views
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Cityscape
- Lake
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