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Fairmont Olympic Hotel

Weddings

Culinary creativity
Dedicated event specialist
Natural light
Unique spaces
Central location
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Located in the heart of downtown Seattle, Fairmont Olympic Hotel offers an exceptional setting near Seattle’s waterfront, Pike Place Market, and the city’s most iconic attractions. With extensive experience hosting diverse cultural celebrations, including Indian, South Asian, Jewish, Persian, and LGBTQIA+ weddings and ceremonies, our expert team creates meaningful, personalized experiences for every couple and special occasion.

LOCATION

Address

411 University Street, 98101, SEATTLE, United States

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Venues for Weddings at Fairmont Olympic

From the iconic Spanish Ballroom & Foyer, with stunning crystal chandeliers and space up to 300 guests, to the light-filled Garden Room with Palladian windows and the intimate Congress Room—Fairmont Olympic offers Seattle’s most versatile venues, each customizable to create your perfect celebration.

  • THE GARDEN

    Designed to bring the outdoors in, the Garden features a built-in bar, wood and marble accents, high ceilings, towering windows, and abundant natural light.

  • THE SPANISH FOYER

    Start your event in the Spanish Foyer, a refined space with 1920s chandeliers, carved oak paneling, and a grand staircase—ideal for cocktails and guest arrivals.

  • CONGRESS

    Accommodating up to 150 guests, the Congress Room features classic decor and refined details—ideal for elegant receptions and cocktail hours.

  • The Spanish Ballroom

    Celebrate in the iconic Spanish Ballroom, a romantic 5,000-square-foot venue featuring Juliet balconies, Palladian windows, and ornate Italian Renaissance details. Its timeless elegance provides a stunning backdrop for weddings of up to 650 guests.

We'll take care of the details

Make your dream wedding a reality in downtown Seattle. For 100 years, our grand hotel has hosted life’s biggest moments. Work with our Creative Director to perfect every detail of your special day.

OUR MENUS

Discover exceptional dining in our iconic Seattle venues, featuring the freshest seasonal ingredients from local farmers and artisans. Our renowned culinary team specializes in Pacific Northwest flavors with a focus on sustainability. Let our creative professionals craft the perfect, customized menu for your event.

OUR PACKAGES

Discover our Seattle wedding packages designed for everything from intimate elopements to grand ballroom celebrations. Enjoy customizable options, exceptional catering, luxury accommodations, and exclusive wedding room block rates for your guests. Let our experienced team handle every detail so you can focus on celebrating your love in the heart of downtown Seattle.

THE OLYMPIC ELOPEMENT PACKAGE

Begin your forever at Fairmont Olympic Hotel, Seattle’s iconic luxury wedding venue. Perfect for intimate ceremonies and courthouse celebrations, this thoughtfully curated package includes everything you need for a beautiful elopement—from florals and photography to sparkling wine and cake. Dreaming of a larger celebration? Receive credit toward a future wedding reception at Fairmont Olympic.

Frequently asked questions

Fairmont offers a variety of wedding event spaces, including large ballrooms, junior ballrooms, and intimate venues, as well as block of rooms at a preffered wedding rate, for those who may have their ceromony and reception off-site.

Yes, Fairmont offers professional event planning services in collaboration with your personal wedding planner. We assist in every aspect of your wedding, from coordinating logistics and selecting the perfect venue setup to customizing catering and ensuring seamless technology integration.

You can book by contacting our director of Celebrations. We recommend booking as early as possible to secure your preferred date and venue.

All on-property wedding-related photography, including engagement photos, is approved on a case-by-case basis. Engagement photo sessions are only permitted for couples hosting their wedding at the property and must be scheduled in advance, with approval for the time, date, and location to ensure there are no conflicts with hotel operations.

Our sales team would be delighted to assist you with group rates for your special day. Please reach out to them at RFP-Sea@fairmont.com.

Fairmont Olympic Hotel welcomes weddings of all sizes, from intimate elopements to grand celebrations. As one of Seattle’s most iconic luxury wedding venues, we have extensive experience hosting diverse cultural and religious ceremonies, including Indian weddings, Hindu, Sikh, Muslim, Mehndi, Sangeet, Haldi, Baraat, Christian, South Asian, Jewish, Persian, and LGBTQIA+ weddings. Our experienced wedding team works closely with couples to create meaningful celebrations that honor every tradition, style, and love story.

Yes. Fairmont Olympic Hotel offers a variety of wedding experiences and celebrations before, during, and after your special day. From engagement celebrations, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, welcome receptions, bachelor and bachelorette gatherings, and honeymoon staycations to intimate elopements and wedding room blocks for guests, our team can help bring every moment to life.

With 13 unique event spaces across the hotel and our acclaimed dining venues—including The George, Founders Club, Olympic Bar, and Shuckers Oyster Bar—couples can enjoy elegant private and semi-private dining experiences throughout their wedding journey. Whether you’re planning a full wedding weekend or a single unforgettable celebration, Fairmont Olympic offers timeless spaces, exceptional service, and a truly memorable Seattle experience.