How To Plan a Memorable Wedding at The Nines Hotel

A wedding should be a flawless reflection of your personal love story, and choosing the right venue is the first step. Combining historic glamour with contemporary sophistication, The Nines provides an iconic backdrop for couples looking to tie the knot in downtown Portland.

Here is how we help couples map out an unforgettable wedding day.

1. Select the Perfect Spatial Backdrop

With 13 diverse event spaces, we accommodate celebrations of every scale:

  • The Nines Ballroom: For a grand, lavish affair, this 7,200-square-foot masterpiece features towering 18-foot ceilings and stunning hand-blown Murano glass chandeliers, comfortably seating up to 500 guests.
  • Cityview Living Room: Flooded with natural light, this elegant pre-function area boasts a dramatic, sweeping white marble staircase—the ultimate spot for a grand entrance or stunning bridal portraits.
  • Departure Rooftop: For a chic, modern cocktail hour or intimate reception, our 15th-floor open-air rooftop decks offer panoramic views of the city skyline and surrounding mountains.

2. Craft a Bespoke, Locally Sourced Menu

Forget standard, uninspired event catering. The culinary team at The Nines crafts customized, farm-to-table wedding menus utilizing fresh, sustainable ingredients sourced directly from Pacific Northwest purveyors. From artfully passed hors d’oeuvres to elegant, multi-course plated dinners paired with regional Oregon wines, your wedding meal will be a true culinary experience.

3. Lean on Dedicated Luxury Expertise

Planning a wedding involves moving parts, but you won’t have to navigate them alone. Our dedicated wedding and event specialists work alongside your planning team to coordinate every detail, from floor plan design and state-of-the-art lighting setups to managing guest room blocks for your out-of-town visitors. Plus, couples earn Marriott Bonvoy points toward a luxury honeymoon anywhere in the world.