Proposals and weddings at The Barnett
Yes — The Barnett accepts wedding and proposal events on site. The hotel offers indoor and outdoor event spaces including Barnett Hall (4,000 sq ft), courtyard options, a private dining room for intimate rehearsals, and 234 guest rooms to reserve for wedding blocks.
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How to start planning at The Barnett
Contact the hotel's event team early to reserve spaces and coordinate catering and AV. The Barnett lists multiple event venues and on-site dining outlets that can be paired with ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception needs.
Decide whether you want an indoor ballroom, a courtyard cocktail hour, or a rooftop moment — each requires different logistics (timing, noise ordinances, and vendor needs). The Barnett's event pages and sales team can confirm specific availability and setup options.
- Call BookResorts agents (24/7) at +1 (888) 605-1350 for assistance with reservations and questions.
- Confirm the guest count before signing a contract; venue capacity determines whether Barnett Hall or a smaller room is appropriate.
- Ask about required permits, vendor rules, and whether the hotel provides preferred vendors or an in-house caterer.
| Step | Who to contact |
|---|---|
| Venue availability and pricing | The Barnett event sales team |
| Guest room blocks | Hotel reservations / BookResorts |
| Menus and tasting | Seaworthy or Brutto Americano / hotel catering |
Event spaces, capacities, and layouts
The Barnett's largest space is Barnett Hall — a 4,000-square-foot ballroom that can be divided into two sections. The hotel also offers smaller indoor rooms and outdoor courtyards that can host cocktail hours or intimate ceremonies.
Capacities vary by room and configuration; the hotel provides a range of spaces for rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, and receptions.
- Barnett Hall can accommodate up to 500 guests in certain configurations and is divisible into Hall A and Hall B.
- Barnett Green Room (960 sq ft) is suitable as a dressing room or a small gathering space.
- Barnett Private Dining Room seats up to 40 guests for intimate dinners.
| Venue | Size / Notes | Stated capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Barnett Hall | 4,000 sq ft; divisible | Up to 500 (largest configuration) |
| Barnett Green Room | 960 sq ft; suitable for bridal prep or breakout | Capacity 100 |
| Barnett Private Dining Room | Private dining with fireplace and courtyard access | Capacity 40 |
Ceremony and reception ideas on property
Couples can pair an indoor ceremony in Barnett Hall with an outdoor courtyard cocktail hour on the first or second floor. The Barnett also lists rooftop and courtyard spaces that can be used for photos or smaller gatherings.
If you prefer a rehearsal dinner in-house, the Barnett Private Dining Room is designed for groups up to 40 and connects to courtyard space for mingling.
- Indoor ceremony in Barnett Hall, reception in same room or in adjacent foyer for flow.
- Cocktail hour in Barnett Courtyard (1st or 2nd Floor) followed by dinner in the Barnett Dining Room or Barnett Hall.
- Rooftop High Five area can be used for photos, pre-reception drinks, or private receptions subject to availability and hotel approval.
| Moment | Typical on-site option |
|---|---|
| Getting ready / portraits | Barnett Green Room or guest suites |
| Cocktail hour | Barnett Courtyard (1st or 2nd Floor) or The Lobby Bar |
| Reception | Barnett Hall or Barnett Dining Room |
Guest rooms and blocks — what to know
The Barnett has 234 guest rooms and suites, giving couples inventory for a sizeable room block. Room types include Suite, 1 Bedroom, Patio; Room, Patio; Room, Corner; Room, 2 Double Beds; Room, 1 King Bed; Room, 2 Queen Beds; Deluxe Room; Room, Patio (Shared); and Suite (1 Bedroom).
Work with the hotel's reservations or your booking agent to set a room block and a cutoff. Confirm check-in policies, deposit requirements, and whether the hotel will release unused rooms before your event.
- Ask the hotel to add event signage and a check-in station for out-of-town guests if needed.
- Verify early check-in (the Barnett lists 3:00 PM standard check-in) and late-checkout options for wedding-day logistics.
- If you need a staging room for the wedding party, the Barnett Green Room can serve as a prep space.
| Item | Fact |
|---|---|
| Total rooms | 234 guest rooms and suites |
| Standard check-in | 3:00 PM |
| Standard check-out | 11:00 AM (some channels list 12:00 PM) |
Food, drink and entertainment options
The Barnett offers five on-site places to eat and drink that you can use during a wedding weekend: Seaworthy (seafood, housed in a historic Creole cottage), Brutto Americano (signature modern Italian/Southern restaurant), All Good New Orleans (all-day cafe), The Lobby Bar, and the rooftop High Five bar and pool area.
Good Measure operates as the hotel's in-house music venue with frequent live programming; the hotel frequently pairs dining and live music for evening events.
- Seaworthy: dinner service and a private dining room (capacity 18) for small rehearsals or private meals.
- Brutto Americano: brunch and dinner service with a reservation option; suitable for welcome meals.
- High Five (rooftop): poolside bar and grill service with seasonal hours — good for welcome receptions or private rooftop events subject to availability.
| Venue | Typical use for a wedding |
|---|---|
| Seaworthy | Rehearsal dinner or private seafood dinner (private dining 18) |
| Brutto Americano | Welcome brunch or seated dinner |
| High Five rooftop | Cocktail hour or private rooftop reception (availability required) |
Logistics: parking, accessibility and policies
The Barnett provides valet-only parking for a secured fee; the hotel also charges a destination fee per room per night. Confirm rates with the event team or concierge as fees can vary by booking channel.
The hotel offers wheelchair-accessible rooms and accessible public spaces; ask event sales about accessible seating and routes during planning.
- Valet parking is the stated option (no self-parking listed).
- Service animals are exempt from pet fees; the hotel allows dogs with size and number limits — verify pet-policy details if guests will bring animals.
- Check rooftop pool access rules and hours if planning a poolside event; day guests to the pool must be 21 or older.
| Topic | Hotel fact |
|---|---|
| Parking | Valet-only (fee applies) |
| Accessibility | Wheelchair-accessible rooms and public areas available |
| Pool hours / policy | Rooftop pool open daily (pool hours listed as 11:00 AM–7:00 PM on some pages); day guests must be 21+ |
