Dorset
Situated in Bournemouth, the Hallmark Hotel has 78 rooms and suites to offer its guests. Each is equipped with flat screen TV, freeview and internet access. Guests are able to make use of the 24 hour room service and on-site laundry service. Access is available to the fitness centre and health spa where facilities include a swimming pool, sauna, gym and a wide range of holistic and beauty treatments.
The hotel’s restaurant offers a simple menu which suits most tastes. For those planning a wedding, there is a choice of menus for a three course wedding breakfast, with extra courses such as fish or sorbet that can be added. A separate children’s menu is also available.
There is a variety of function suites for the wedding ceremony and receptions. Ceremonies for up to 120 guests can be accommodated, while wedding breakfasts can be hosted for up to 140 people. Evening receptions for 200 guests are a possibility.
The Hallmark Hotel has a team of wedding and event co-ordinators who can arrange many aspects of the day. Included as part of the hotel’s wedding package are items such as colour co-ordinated floral arrangements, table linen, personalised menus and a seating plan, wedding night accommodation for the bride and groom and a discount on accommodation for guests. Staff can also assist with arranging entertainment, a photographer and car hire. As a gift, the hotel also offers a three month pass to the spa and fitness facilities to be used before the wedding.