Proposals and weddings at The Sanctuary and ballrooms
Lotte Hotel Seattle’s wedding offerings center on The Sanctuary, a restored 1908 Beaux‑Arts church attached to the modern hotel tower, plus two large ballrooms and several smaller event rooms for ceremonies, receptions and rehearsal dinners. The hotel provides on‑site wedding consultation, custom wedding cakes, catering through Charlotte Restaurant & Lounge, and a range of spaces from private dining suites to the Sanctuary Grand Ballroom.
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The Sanctuary: historic ceremony setting
The Sanctuary is the hotel’s restored 1908 Beaux‑Arts former Methodist church and is used as a landmark event venue. It retains original stained glass, carved wood details, terra cotta moldings and a full pipe organ and serves as the hotel’s distinctive façade and ceremony space.
Couples commonly use the Sanctuary for ceremonies and photo opportunities; the property also operates mezzanine and balcony event areas that look down into the Sanctuary for cocktail hours or to extend guest flow after a ceremony.
- Historic features include original stained glass and pipe organ piping
- Mezzanine and balcony overlooks available for receptions and mingling
- The hotel pairs the Sanctuary with modern catering and event support
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| Photo 118 shows a bride and groom on The Sanctuary steps; Photo 119 shows the Sanctuary façade |
Ballrooms and capacities — what fits your guest list
Lotte Hotel Seattle lists multiple large event spaces. The Sanctuary Grand Ballroom and Gallery Ballroom are the primary large venues; smaller ballrooms and meeting rooms work well for mid‑size receptions or private events.
Use the table below as a quick capacity guide drawn from the hotel’s published figures. For exact seating plans and availability you should confirm with the hotel’s catering or events team.
- The hotel offers 15 event/meeting spaces totaling over 20,000 sq ft of indoor event space
- Multiple configuration options are available (banquet, theatre, classroom, reception)
- Event staffing, consultation and custom cakes are offered through the hotel
| Venue | Representative capacity (banquet / reception) |
|---|---|
| Sanctuary Grand Ballroom | Up to 400 banquet / 725 reception (hotel capacity chart figures) |
| Gallery Ballroom | Range shown ~160–400 (modern divisible lower‑level ballroom) |
| Spruce Room (Spruce 1 & 2 combined) | Banquet ~100 / Reception ~140 (configurable) |
| Private Dining Suites (16th floor) | Up to 30 (intimate dining and rehearsal dinners) |
Smaller and private spaces: rehearsal dinners and intimate ceremonies
For smaller gatherings choose one of the Private Dining Suites on the 16th floor, Halo Bar mezzanine, or the South/North Balcony spaces that overlook the Sanctuary Grand Ballroom. These are commonly used for rehearsal dinners, smaller receptions, bridal showers or a cocktail‑style gathering.
The Private Dining Suites also give direct access to Charlotte Restaurant & Lounge for plated meals and allow panoramic views of Elliott Bay for guests during seated dinners.
- Private Dining Suites capacity: up to 30 guests
- Halo Bar capacity listed around 80–123 depending on source and configuration
- North and South Balcony spaces each list capacities near 100 for cocktail‑style events
| Room | Typical use |
|---|---|
| Private Dining Suites (16th floor) | Intimate dinners, rehearsal dinners (panoramic view options) |
| Halo Bar (mezzanine in The Sanctuary) | Cocktail receptions, toasts and mingling overlooking the Grand Ballroom |
| North / South Balcony | Cocktail‑style receptions and small ceremony overflow |
Catering, cakes and in‑house services
Charlotte Restaurant & Lounge on the 16th floor handles seasonal Pacific Northwest cuisine for hotel events and can serve breakfast, lunch and dinner for wedding‑related meals. The hotel’s wedding services list wedding consultation and custom wedding cakes among offered amenities.
Event menus, plated vs. buffet options, and bar packages are arranged directly with the hotel’s events team; confirm menu details, dietary accommodations and minimums with your event coordinator.
- Charlotte Restaurant & Lounge operates from the 16th floor and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Hotel provides wedding consultation and custom wedding cake services
- Reservations and detailed event menus are handled through the hotel events/catering team
| Service | Note |
|---|---|
| Wedding consultation | Available through the hotel’s event sales team |
| Custom wedding cakes | Baked and provided by hotel as a wedding amenity/service |
| On‑site catering | Coordinated with Charlotte Restaurant & Lounge for plated and buffet options |
Guest logistics: rooms, blocks, check‑in and fees
Lotte Hotel Seattle has 189 rooms including multiple suites and room types that event planners commonly block for wedding guests. Room types include Deluxe Room, Junior Suite, Premier Suite, and Presidential Suite among others — confirm availability and rates directly with the hotel or your booking agent.
The hotel requires the reservation holder to be at least 21 years old at check‑in and publishes a mandatory Urban Experience Fee per room (this fee covers complimentary Wi‑Fi, 24‑hour fitness access and a spa credit toward qualifying treatments).
- Minimum check‑in age: 21 (photo ID and matching credit card required)
- Urban Experience Fee covers Wi‑Fi and fitness access and includes a spa credit toward treatments
- Valet parking and an events parking rate are available; hotel publishes garage height limits and valet tiers
| Practical item | What to confirm with hotel |
|---|---|
| Room blocks | Rates, cut‑off date, and room types (Deluxe, Junior Suite, Premier Suite, Presidential Suite) |
| Urban Experience Fee | Amount, inclusions (Wi‑Fi, fitness, spa credit) and tax |
| Parking | Valet tiers, event rate and vehicle height restrictions |
Wellness, timing and guest comfort
Le SPA de l'hôtel LOTTE (3rd floor) offers massages, facials, body treatments, sound healing, a sauna and steam room; reservations are required and guests must be 18 or older to use the spa. The spa hours are published as daily from 10 AM to 7 PM.
There is no on‑site swimming pool; the hotel does offer a 24‑hour fitness center on the 3rd floor with Technogym equipment and a Peloton bike, useful for guests wanting to stay on a fitness routine during a multi‑day wedding weekend.
- Spa age policy: must be 18+; reservations required for treatments
- Spa hours: 10:00 AM–7:00 PM (confirm when booking)
- Fitness center: open 24 hours with cardio and strength equipment
| Facility | Notes |
|---|---|
| Le SPA de l'hôtel LOTTE | 4 treatment rooms, couples rooms available, sauna and steam; 18+ only |
| Fitness center (3rd floor) | Open 24/7 with Technogym and Peloton equipment |
| Pool | No on‑site swimming pool at the property |
