Minneapolis Marriott Southwest

All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $5,000 for off-peak dates, and $6,000 for peak dates

Catering services pricing

$5,000 per person for off-peak dates, with a minimum total spend of $5,000

Guest capacity

Up to 500 seated guests

About this venue

Looking for a stress-free wedding day?! We have THREE beautiful event spaces available to consider: -A bank of windows offering natural light and a unique round shape makes the Lake of the Woods Ballroom a perfect location; it even provides access to an outdoor terrace! (up to 150 guests) -The Garden Patio offers an outdoor setting compete with a newly-built white pergola, floral landscaping, brick flooring, pond, fountain and waterfalls to add to the scenery. This location can host up to 250 guests for a ceremony and up to 400 for a cocktail reception. -The Lake Minnetonka Ballroom can host up to 500 people! High ceilings adorned with modern light fixtures serve as a blank canvas to transform into your dream wedding! Our couples LOVE having their guests all in one place throughout the weekend with the opportunity to enjoy our amenities, including our large pool, sauna, and whirlpool! We offer courtesy room blocks with no obligation to fulfill a minimum number of rooms.

Seated guest capacity

1-500

Venue type

Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
Hotels, Inns, Resorts

Venue setting

Indoor
Outdoor

5801 Opus Pkwy, Minnetonka, MN 55343

Our event spaces

Lake Minnetonka Ballroom

Flexible Ballroom.

Our largest ballroom space, the 7,128-square-foot Lake Minnetonka Ballroom accommodates up to 450 guests for vibrant wedding ceremonies and receptions. Featuring flexible setup options, this spacious ballroom can be transformed to host both ceremonies and receptions in one location. With access to a window-lined pre-function foyer and a private entrance in and out of hotel, our well-appointed Lake Minnetonka Ballroom can accommodate celebrations of all sizes and styles.

Guest capacity

Up to 450 Seated

Up to 450 Standing

Square footage

7,128

Ideal for

Other, Cocktail hour, Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Fun and festive, Luxurious and chic

Lake of the Woods Ballroom

Oversized Windows!

With oversized windows overlooking an outdoor veranda and a wrap-around terrace, the 3,224-square-foot Lake of the Woods Ballroom brings the natural beauty of the surrounding Minnetonka area to life. Flexible and stylish, this unique indoor-outdoor ballroom features private in and out hotel access and can accommodate up to 175 guests for elegant weddings and wedding-related events.

Guest capacity

Up to 175 Seated

Up to 175 Standing

Square footage

3,224

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Fun and festive, Luxurious and chic

Blue Birch Outdoor Patio

Open Air Events!

Surrounded by a lush garden and overlooking a peaceful lake, there's no place more picturesque for an open air celebration than the Blue Birch Outdoor Patio at Minneapolis Marriott Southwest. With room for up to 250 ceremony or 400 reception guests, this gorgeous private or semi-private space can be transformed to host elegant outdoor wedding ceremonies and receptions in one location. Should weather not permit, complimentary indoor ballroom space is included with the booking of our outdoor patio.

Guest capacity

Up to 250 Seated

Up to 400 Standing

Ideal for

Lake of the Isles

Intimate Venue

The intimate Lake of the Isles room at Minneapolis Marriott Southwest is perfect for intimate celebrations, including small ceremonies, bridal showers, and welcome receptions. This modern 1,674-sqaure-foot gathering space can accommodate up to 80 guests for personalized Minnetonka celebrations.

Guest capacity

Up to 80 Seated

Up to 80 Standing

Square footage

1,674

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Relaxed and casual, Warm and cozy

Cedar Lake

Intimate Venue

At 1,364-square-feet, our intimate Cedar Lake room can accommodate small celebrations of up to 75 guests. Whether you're planning a ceremony with close friends and family, a welcome reception for visiting guests, or a post-wedding brunch, this cozy Minnetonka venue can be transformed to host your hand-crafted wedding-related occasion.

Guest capacity

Up to 75 Seated

Up to 75 Standing

Square footage

1,364

Ideal for

Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Relaxed and casual, Warm and cozy