Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel
Norfolk Wedding Venues
Situated right on the Elizabeth River, Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel provides a memorable backdrop for your wedding reception and ceremony. We have the distinction of being the only riverside hotel in downtown Norfolk, VA; enjoy stunning views from both our indoor and outdoor venues.
Contact Us
Catering Sales Department
Phone: (757) 640-2746
Jewish Weddings
The Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel understands the importance of tradition, and we are able to work with your third-party Kosher caterer. You can trust our catering staff to ensure that all needs are being met on your wedding day.
Indian Weddings
Our hotel’s flexibility allows families to host all events in one location. From Mehendi to Sangeet, we offer venue space for everything. We'll manage every detail and to collaborate with your third party caterer, guaranteeing a flawless wedding.
Reception Maximum: 150
Riverwalk Room & Verandah
The Riverwalk Room & Verandah is a spectacular multi-leveled space on the lobby level with soaring 20-foot floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the harbor. Four cobalt contemporary chandeliers create dazzling lighting.
Double glass doors lead your guests outside to the verandah. Enclosed by a garden hedge and sheltered by a canopy roof, the verandah offers an exquisite outdoor area with its own iron and glass-top furnishings. Guests will feel the breezes and enjoy the views of the downtown waterfront.
Reception Maximum: 150
Monticello Ballroom & Foyer
The Monticello Ballroom & Foyer is our intimate, petite ballroom with its own private foyer. Located on the lobby level of the hotel, the Monticello Ballroom is perfect for receptions and dinner dances of up to 150 guests. An elegant barreled ceiling with recessed lighting runs the length of the ballroom and lighted sconces adorn the walls.
Reception Maximum: 1,000
International Ballroom & Promenade
The International Ballroom & Promenade is a contemporary setting with elegant, straightforward color tones, scalloped 19’ ceilings, and blond wood. This spacious and versatile ballroom accommodates intimate events of 200 guests, or up to 800 for a seated dinner with dancing.
An open-air, pre-function promenade with living room groupings and a staged baby grand piano welcomes your guests. Our spacious staircase provides a picturesque backdrop for grand arrivals or a closing bouquet toss, and wedding photos.
Reception Maximum: 125
Merrimac Room
The Merrimac Room is ideal for both receptions and ceremonies. Tiered levels and strategically located columns allow for enhanced ceremonies of up to 125 guests. Two large windows offer natural lighting, one as a possible backdrop framing the vows portion of a ceremony.
Waterside Seafood Company Restaurant & Lounge
Rehearsal Dinner Venue
Savor a delicious meal on the Norfolk waterfront in an informal, relaxed setting. Waterside Seafood Company boasts sea-based cuisine with regional influences; enjoy open airy décor, a vibrant bar area and patio, terrific views of the harbor and a flexible and fun menu.
Exceptional Amenities
- Use of Baby Grand Piano in the Grande Promenade space
- Magnificent Staircase Ideal for Photography
- Wide Selection of Linens
- A Complimentary Champagne Toast for All Guests
- Supply and Set Up of Dance Floor
- Staging for Entertainment
- Wedding Cake Cutting Service
- Courtesy Harbor View Room for Bride and Groom on Wedding Night (Based on Availability)
- Special Guestroom Rates with Late Checkouts on Sunday (Based on Availability)
- Luncheon Prices Available on Request
Highlights
Enjoy special accommodations and hotel space for your perfect day in Norfolk:
- Three unique wedding venues
- Customizable menus
- Dedicated Wedding Specialist
- Convenient Norfolk location