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Ramada Ottawa on the Rideau
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About

Explore the hidden gem that is Monterey Hotel in Nepean, Ontario. As the only riverfront hotel in Ottawa, this venue offers a unique setting for wedding ceremonies and receptions. The tranquil, resort-style locale provides uninterrupted river views, dazzling gardens, and century-old evergreens that create the perfect backdrop for your special day. Monterey Hotel is located 12 minutes from the Ottawa International Airport, close to Conroy Pit and Kingsdale Avenue.

Facilities and capacity

Nestled on five acres of evergreens, pines and tranquil gardens, the hotel offers both indoor and outdoor settings for your celebration. There are five sophisticated event spaces from which couples can choose. Ceremonies can also be hosted in the charming private patio that overlooks the Rideau River. It can accommodate up to 150 guests.

Services offered

The experienced team of Monterey Hotel will perfectly design the wedding of your dreams. The wedding planners will help couples throughout the planning process and make it a grand success. The hotel offers all-inclusive wedding packages to make your event hassle-free. Live entertainment and DJs are available for your event. Couples can also enjoy a complimentary breakfast in bed after spending their wedding night in the Honeymoon Suite.

Cuisine

Along with meticulous service, the hotel offers the finest cuisine for you and your guests. The menus are designed to fit every budget and style. Couples can choose buffet or sit-down catering service for their event.

Other facilities

Guests can enjoy the optional facilities offered at this hotel. These include:

  • Heated outdoor pool, Jacuzzi, and sauna
  • Fitness center
  • Free parking
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Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

70 guests for a Saturday night from May to November. No minimum on other days

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Banquet hall
Hotel
Restaurant

Describe the style of your venue:

City
Country
Garden
Modern
Rustic
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal shower
Engagement party
Rehearsal dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bridal suite
Catering / bar
Event planning
Event rentals
Lighting / sound
Outside vendors
Set up

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail reception
Dessert
Family style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash bar
Champagne toast
House wine
Limited bar
Liquor license
Open bar
Premium liquor
Signature drink
Specialty wine

What event items are available?

Aisle runners
Altar/arches
Audio equipment
Chair covers
Dance floor
Furniture
Lighting
Photobooth
Chairs
Tables
Tents

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair access

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1,900

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$1,400

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$600

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$600

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Set up
Clean up
Chairs
Tables
Linens
China
Flatware
Glassware
Parking
Bridal suite

What is the average catering price per person for plated service?

$40

What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?

$40

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$38

What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeurves?

$10

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$6

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

House beer
House wine
House liquor
Bartenders
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Angela S. Sent on 28/09/2014
4.8 out of 5 rating
We thoroughly enjoyed our wedding at this location. The staff was very helpful and friendly. My only thing was our special request for a certain alcohol to be at the bar for my husband and it wasn't. He was very disappointed about this. Also we had to ask to have the outside cleaned up before the wedding as it needed a little TLC. But food was amazing and the price is fantastic!
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Christina Sent on 23/11/2012
4.8 out of 5 rating
I was able to have the wedding of my dreams, and keep my budget in check!. The venue is just absolutely gorgeous with a stone fireplace, old stone walls, floor to ceiling arch windows, cast iron chandeliers, rich wood tables and chairs...just a perfect combination.

Very little decoration was needed, I opted out of tableclothes (except decorative tables and head table with skirt) as the tables were naturally beautiful. The location is on the Ottawa river, in the city and there is gorgeous landscaping and patio in the back for wedding photos on location. We hired a DJ to dance the night away, they provided a dance floor and even allowed us to open a second bar for the non-dancers in a pub downstairs with quieter music.

They changed chefs from the time we had our food tasting to the time we had our ceremony and didn't tell us, I was a little dissapointed in that as the food presentation changed. Everyone still loved the food, only my husband and I knew the difference. The rooms were okay, moderately priced for Ottawa, but I expected a little more. Oh well, the ceremony and reception was fantastic!!

Overall, great experience, great service, no post-party clean up and free brunch the next morning!
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Calvin C. Sent on 07/09/2012
5 out of 5 rating
The Resort is a hidden gem in Ottawa. If you are looking for a venue that offers the complete wedding on site without any travel this is the place. The staff is friendly and do whatever they can to help make your day perfect.
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Terry B. Sent on 04/09/2012
5 out of 5 rating
We knew the first time we seen The Monterey Inn on the internet that was going to be the place where we would have our wedding. The wedding coordinator was very helpful/knowledgeable with everything regarding questions and requests, she really made it easy.

The staff surpassed our expectations. They were all very professional, accommodating, friendly and easy to approach.

We loved everything that the Monterey Inn has to offer.

The brunch is very well prepared as well. We returned for a brunch three months later and the staff remembered us. It was very touching.

Our day was absolutely fantastic, we got only positive feedback from everyone, the food was exquisite and the accommodations made it easy for out of town guests.

The ceremony/reception was perfect and the happiest day our lives! We loved everything about our special day.

We would 100% recommend the Monterey Inn to anybody getting married or for any celebration/event.

Terry and Tracey
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Terry B. Sent on 04/09/2012
5 out of 5 rating
We knew the first time we seen The Monterey Inn on the internet that it was going to be the place where we would have our wedding. The wedding coordinator was very helpful/knowledgeable with everything regarding questions and requests, she really made it easy.

The staff surpassed our expectations they were all very professional, accommodating, friendly and easy to approach.

We loved everything that the Monterey Inn has to offer.

The brunch is very well prepared as well. We returned for a brunch three months later and the staff remembered us. It was very touching.

Our day was absolutely fantastic, we got only positive feedback from everyone, the food was exquisite and the accommodations made it easy for out of town guests.

The ceremony/reception was perfect and the happiest day our lives! We loved everything about our special day.

We would 100% recommend the Monterey Inn to anybody getting married or for any celebration/event.

Terry and Tracey

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Lauren B. Sent on 25/08/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Renting this venue was one of the best decisions we could have made!
The staff were on point both the night of and leading up to our wedding! So friendly, so kind and so reliable!
[Anonymous] Sent on 28/08/2012
5 out of 5 rating
The Monterey Inn was a beautiful location. It has a classic look that is both effortless and breath taking The food and selections were fabulous and unbelievably reasonable. Our Event Planner was helpful and so accommodating. I couldn't have asked for anything more!
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Michelle Sent on 23/05/2020
1.8 out of 5 rating

You only get hitched once. But we may do it again...just somewher else

I really don't want to go into detail. It's way too long and involved. Suffice it to say that we will never be directing business their way again. That's all.
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