Discover Delaware County hotels, and see how this list can help you find lodging closest to your ceremony and reception.
PartySpace makes it easy for you with our list of Delaware County hotels closest to your wedding venue. If you’re planning your wedding, finding overnight lodging for your guests is certainly on your to do list. Whether your guests are local or from out of town, reserving hotel room blocks is essential.
First, what exactly is a hotel room block? Well, hotel room blocks set aside 10-30 rooms for your wedding at a group rate reduction.
Also, some hotels offer extras such as a suite for the wedding couple, welcome bags and even transportation either to and from the airport or the venue itself.
Certainly, you’ll want to reserve these rooms near your wedding venue. So, when you need a place to stay, here are 10 hotels in Delaware County and the closest wedding venues to them.
10 Places To Stay In Delaware County, PA Near Your Reception
Photo: Holiday Inn & Suites Philadelphia W – Drexel Hill
Holiday Inn & Suites Philadelphia W – Drexel Hill
Recently built, Holiday Inn & Suites is adjacent to Drexelbrook, providing a seamless wedding experience. In fact, your guests don’t even have to go outside to get there with direct access from the Grand Ballroom to the lobby. That’s quite a luxury!
Photo: Holiday Inn & Suites Philadelphia W – Drexel Hill
The boutique style hotel has 86 generous rooms, 12 spacious suites and two lavish executive suites, the perfect pampering for newlyweds. Further, there is a beer garden atmosphere on the patio of Streetlight Kitchen & Bar serving contemporary American food, local spirits, craft cocktails and a tap line up of local breweries, on site. There, you will experience al fresco dining, a comfortable lounge with warm tabletop fire pits, full bar and a flower wall. Inside, there are private and semi private spaces to gather.
In addition, Holiday Inn & Suites is only ten minutes from Philadelphia International Airport. Finally, nearby wedding venues in Delaware County include:
Drexelbrook, Corinthian Yacht Club of Philadelphia, Lazaretto Ballroom, and Rolling Green Golf Club.
Photo: The Radnor Hotel
The Radnor Hotel
Just two minutes from 476, you’ll find The Radnor Hotel in the heart of the Main Line. It boasts 173 guest rooms and suites.
The Radnor Hotel features an onsite salon and spa to relax and prepare for the big day. Also, it has an award winning all season garden just off of the ballroom.
In addition, Triple Crown, its new private event venue is on the same footprint as The Radnor Hotel making it easy for your guests to not only arrive to your wedding but also retire to their room. In addition, a new restaurant is debuting soon.
Finally, nearby wedding venues include Pomme, Triple Crown, Bolingbroke, St. Davids Golf Club, The Willows, and Anthony Wayne House.
Photo: The Wayne Hotel
The Wayne Hotel
In downtown Wayne, sidewalk steps lead to the veranda of The Wayne Hotel. It’s a 1906 Tudor Revival style landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The boutique hotel offers 40 stylish guest rooms and suites. Walk inside to find a vibrant yet relaxing lobby that borders Rosalie. There, the restaurant serves elevated yet rustic Italian food with locally sourced seasonal ingredients.
Photo: The Wayne Hotel
Lastly, The Wayne Hotel is close by Pomme, Triple Crown, Bolingbroke, St. Davids Golf Club, The Willows, Anthony Wayne House, The Saturday Club, Terrain Gardens at Devon Yard, The Atrium at Terrain.
Photo: The Inn at Grace Winery
The Inn at Grace Winery
Whether your wedding is onsite in the barn, the winery itself or offsite, inquire about a getaway at The Manor House, Cottages or The Sweetwater House, all options at The Inn at Grace Winery. The Manor House, its historic Quaker farmhouse has two sections.
Photo credit: The Inn at Grace Winery/Dawn Mitchell
There is a 1734 wing and an 1815 wing for a total of seven rooms. The Sweetwater House is also historic, dating to 1748 and renovated in 2022. In addition, the property is dotted with nine pet friendly cottages to embrace as your home away from home.
Photo: The Inn at Grace Winery
Imagine your stay within walking distance from the Tasting Room. Also, be sure to reserve a table at The Manor House Dining Room with its three course chef made price fixe meals.
Finally, The Inn at Grace Winery is close to several wedding venues. For example, there is Terrain at Styers, Concordville Country Club, Greystone Hall, Penn Oaks Golf Club, Longwood Gardens and Chester County History Center.
Photo: The Inn at Swarthmore
The Inn at Swarthmore
Next, The Inn at Swarthmore has 40 guest rooms and suites near its vibrant downtown and across from the 425 acre college.
In fact, as you wander through the hotel and its guest rooms, you’ll discover art by Swarthmore College alumni and students. In addition, the LEED silver certified hotel has an onsite restaurant, Broad Table Tavern. There, they use high quality locally sourced ingredients and partner with nearby breweries and wineries.
Photo: The Inn at Swarthmore
Indeed it is a welcoming retreat for guests. In addition, dog lovers will be happy to know that The Inn at Swarthmore is pet friendly.
Additionally, you can host your wedding and reception here with ballrooms designed for events. In fact, couples enjoy nearby Scott Arboretum for their ceremony surrounded by flowering trees, gardens, trails and horticulture. Finally, other nearby wedding venues include Duke Sculpture Garden, Tyler Arboretum, The Old Mill, and The Springhaven Club.
Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Springfield/James Webb Photography
Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Springfield
Nearby in Springfield, Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Springfield offers numerous guest rooms and executive suites and a presidential suite. In addition, its campus includes Tavola restaurant and bar with lounges and firepits. Also, there is golf and Joseph Anthony Retreat Spa & Dry Bar.
Photo: Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Springfield
In addition Springfield Country Club is onsite with several ballrooms for your wedding, event spaces and meeting rooms. Lastly, it is nearby wedding venues such as Spring Valley, Tavola.
Mendenhall Inn
On the outskirts of Delaware County, historic Mendenhall Inn is gracious, charming and inviting with 70 guest rooms. In addition, not only does it boast a restaurant, Alexander’s Bar & Grille but also two beautiful ballrooms that border woodlands. Finally, Mendenhall Inn is close to several wedding venues: Terrain at Styers, Concordville Country Club, The Gables at Chadds Ford, Winterthur, and Longwood Gardens.
Photo: Inn at Villanova University
Inn at Villanova University
Surrounded by lush greenery, the Inn at Villanova University offers 56 guest rooms and can turn your overnight stay into an extraordinary experience. In fact, that is especially true for couples hosting their wedding in its Montrose Mansion and Ballroom just off the terrace overlooking pristine landscaping.
Photo: The Inn at Villanova University
However, rest easy if you’re having your wedding at Appleford, or Merion Tribute House, as both are nearby.
Hilton Garden Inn Newtown Square Radnor
Hilton Garden Inn Newtown Square Radnor is four stories and located within the 260 acre nature preserve. It not only boast guest rooms and suites but also The Garden Grill welcoming day and night dining options.
The hotel is closest to the Ballroom at Ellis Preserve or The Ivy. However, it is also close to The Ballroom at Mercato, Anthony Wayne House, Parque Ridley Creek, Aronimink Golf Club, Hilltop House, and Anthony’s at Paxon Hollow.
Photo: The Gifford-Risley House
The Gifford-Risley House
If you love historic properties, The Gifford-Risley House in downtown Media is for you. Built in 1877, the Gothic Revival Chalet style property is a bed and breakfast with seven uniquely styled rooms. For instance, each are designed with a different time period theme like the Queen Anne Revival room, Renaissance, Art Deco and more. Enjoy breakfast and homemade baked goods in the solarium, porch, parlor or dining room.
Photo: The Gifford-Risley House
Not only is the B&B within walking distance of countless restaurants but also several wedding venues such as The Old Mill, Tyler Arboretum, The Sage Farmhouse, Anthony’s Paxon Hollow and Parque Ridley Creek.
Hopefully, this list helps you find the closest Delaware County hotel to your wedding venue.
