Pleasanton Hotel
Pleasanton Wedding Location855 Main Street
Pleasanton, CA 94566
Phone: 925/846-8112, 925/846-8106
www.pleasantonhotel.com
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Description
Built around 1864 by one of Pleasanton’s early settlers, John W. Kottinger, the Pleasanton Hotel (then called the Farmer’s Hotel) came to life during the "Wild Wild West" phase of the town’s existence. Seems that during the mid-1800s, this little city became a haven for bandits, bent on stealing gold from the ranchers passing through, flush from cattle sales in the gold country.
The hotel went through some rough and scandalous times until the 1960s, when it attained respectability as a restaurant. Since then, through several different owners and extensive renovations, the facility has continued to run as a restaurant, banquet facility and cocktail lounge with a dance floor and live entertainment. And the name? Well, it stuck even though the guestrooms upstairs are no longer rented out for overnight stays.
Today, the Pleasanton Hotel is ensconced in the center of Pleasanton’s historic downtown. Flanked by stately magnolia and palm trees, it announces its Victorian heritage with "gingerbread" detailing on the exterior and period furnishings and décor inside.
Most large events are held in the Victorian Ballroom, which overlooks the Garden Terrace and can be divided into two rooms for greater flexibility—perhaps use one room for an indoor ceremony or cocktail hour, followed by a reception in the other. Done in shades of ivory, burgundy and forest green, and featuring numerous chandeliers, Tiffany lamps and Victorian appointments, the Ballroom has a distinctive turn-of-the-century character. The Fireside Room is extremely popular for rehearsal dinners, showers and small celebrations. Designed like a cozy living room, it’s warmed by a brick fireplace and book-lined walls. A specially crafted stained-glass window depicts a horse and buggy used in the local harness racing that was prevalent in the 1930s. Adjacent to the Fireside Room is the Lounge, which can be reserved in conjunction with the Fireside or by itself for intimate gatherings. With its own bar and dance floor, your event flows seamlessly in the Lounge, from cocktail hour to the last dance.
The Garden Terrace is probably the Hotel’s most sought-after event space, not just for weddings, but for private parties, rehearsal dinners and outdoor luncheons. Flower beds mark the perimeter, and an ancient magnolia tree in the center provides shade. A winding path leads to an elevated brick platform at one end where ceremonies take place; at the other end a bubbling fountain brings a bit of the Hotel’s vintage ambiance outside. A brick barbecue and bar are available for all al fresco functions. Couples often exchange vows here, followed by champagne and hors d’oeuvres. Afterwards they host their reception in the Ballroom, and then invite their guests back out onto the Terrace for the cake cutting and dancing. The weather is usually so pleasant, however, that you might want to have your entire celebration on the Terrace. It’s particularly enchanting at night, when the air is balmy and you can dine and dance under the stars.
There aren’t any desperados walking down Main Street anymore, but the town’s Old-West spirit can still be felt here—especially in the Pleasanton Hotel, where history and hospitality make this local landmark a perennial favorite for special events.
Capacity
Ceremony |
Reception/Special Events |
Meetings |
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Max. Seated Indoors: Max. Seated Outdoors: 150 |
Max. Seated Indoors: 200 Max. Seated Outdoors: 100 Max. Standing Indoors: 300 Max. Standing Outdoors: 200 |
Max. Seated: 235 |
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CEREMONY CAPACITY: The Garden Terrace holds 150 seated or 200 standing guests. |
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Fees & Deposits
For weddings, a $750 nonrefundable deposit is required to secure your date. For all other special events, a nonrefundable deposit is required depending on size, date and time of the event. Facility fees can be waived based on minimum food and beverage requirements. Full meal service is provided.Luncheons range $19–26.95/person. Dinners start at $29/person; tax and an 18% service charge are additional. Complete wedding packages are available.
Availability
Year-round, daily. Business functions Monday–Friday, 6am–10:30pm. Weddings on Friday and Sunday evenings take place 5:30pm–10:30pm, and on Saturdays, 11am–4pm or 5:30pm–10:30pm.
CateringProvidedAlcoholProvidedSites UsesCeremoniesWedding Receptions Special Events, Parties Business Functions/Meetings Rehearsal Dinners Services/AmenitiesCatering: provided, no BYOParking: complimentary Kitchen Facilities: n/a Accommodations: no guestrooms Tables & Chairs: provided Telephone: pay phone Linens, Silver, etc.: provided Outdoor Night Lighting: yes Restrooms: wheelchair accessible Outdoor Cooking Facilities: BBQ Dance Floor: yes Cleanup: provided Bride's Dressing Area: yes View: garden patio Meeting Equipment: CBA Other: event coordination |
MusicIndoorsOutdoors Wheelchair AccessWheelchair AccessibleSite ViewsFountain/Water FeatureGarden Patio/Courtyard RestrictionsAlcohol: providedWheelchair Access: yes Smoking: designated areas only Insurance: not required Music: amplified OK Other: no rice, birdseed, bubbles or glitter |
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925/846-8112, 925/846-8106
www.pleasantonhotel.com
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