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Outdoor wedding reception with a long wooden banquet table, white chairs, red and pink floral arrangements, tall candles, and string lights surrounded by greenery.

Which Wedding Vendors Require a Contract, Insurance, or a License (And What Happens If You Skip It)
Newlywed couple kissing as wedding guests raise champagne glasses around them

How Much Does an Open Bar Cost at a Wedding? (And What You'd Save by Going Dry)
Bride stepping out of a white convertible while holding hands with the groom in an outdoor wooded setting.

Wedding Transportation: How to Get 100+ Guests Between Hotel and Venue
Micro, Intimate, or Destination? A Hotel Block Guide for Every Wedding Type

Micro, Intimate, or Destination? A Hotel Block Guide for Every Wedding Type
What 80,000+ Wedding Room Block Requests Revealed About How to Choose the Right Hotel

What 80,000+ Wedding Room Block Requests Revealed About How to Choose the Right Hotel
Wedding couple taking a joyful selfie with friends and family gathered around them outdoors.

The American Wedding Report
Wedding photographer taking photos during an outdoor ceremony, with the wedding party and a floral arch in the background.

What to Ask Wedding Vendors Before You Book: The 5-Signal Trust Score That Predicts Whether They'll Show Up
Group rates
Bride and groom sharing a kiss during wedding photos, bride holding a white peony bouquet
September 4, 2026

What Couples Actually Pay for a Hotel Block: Real Rate Data From 15+ US Cities, Updated Annually
What Hotel Room Block Attrition Really Costs, And How to Make Sure It Never Costs You
September 3, 2026

What Hotel Room Block Attrition Really Costs, And How to Make Sure It Never Costs You
Blocks & Hotels
Bride and groom holding hands during outdoor lakeside wedding ceremony under floral arch, with officiant and seated guests
September 3, 2026

The 2026 US Wedding Trends Report: What Room Block Data Reveals About Where, When, and How Couples Are Getting Married
Booking logistics
Bride and groom dancing at their reception as wedding guests celebrate in the background
August 28, 2026

What Your Wedding Guests Actually Care About When Booking Their Hotel (And How to Use It to Pick the Right Block)
Venues & Lodging
Star Ratings Won't Save You: How to Actually Choose a Wedding Hotel for Your Guests
June 26, 2026

Star Ratings Won't Save You: How to Actually Choose a Wedding Hotel for Your Guests
Sunday Weddings: What Room Block Data Actually Shows About Savings
June 4, 2026

Sunday Weddings: What Room Block Data Actually Shows About Savings
Blocks & Hotels
The wedding weekend is replacing the wedding day: here's what that means for your hotel block
May 27, 2026

The wedding weekend is replacing the wedding day: here's what that means for your hotel block
Group rates
What does a room block actually cost in the 15 most popular wedding destinations in the U.S? 2026 edition
May 20, 2026

What does a room block actually cost in the 15 most popular wedding destinations in the U.S? 2026 edition
Venues & Lodging
How to make your wedding guests' hotel stay feel personal without overspending
April 16, 2026

How to make your wedding guests' hotel stay feel personal without overspending
Venues & Lodging
Morning-after brunch at the hotel: how to plan it with the room block
April 16, 2026

Morning-after brunch at the hotel: how to plan it with the room block
Venues & Lodging
How to set up a hospitality suite at the hotel for your wedding weekend
April 16, 2026

How to set up a hospitality suite at the hotel for your wedding weekend
Venues & Lodging
What to put in wedding welcome bags (and what guests actually use)
April 16, 2026

What to put in wedding welcome bags (and what guests actually use)
Booking logistics
What if our wedding falls on a holiday or major local event?
April 15, 2026

What if our wedding falls on a holiday or major local event?
Booking logistics
What if none of the room block proposals fit our needs?
April 15, 2026

What if none of the room block proposals fit our needs?
Booking logistics
What if hotels increase prices after we start requesting quotes?
April 15, 2026

What if hotels increase prices after we start requesting quotes?
Booking logistics
What if hotels don’t have availability for our dates during the room blocks reservation?
April 15, 2026

What if hotels don’t have availability for our dates during the room blocks reservation?
Booking logistics
What if guests accidentally book outside the block and want to switch into it?
April 15, 2026

What if guests accidentally book outside the block and want to switch into it?
Booking logistics
What happens if we start the room block reservation process too late?
April 9, 2026

What happens if we start the room block reservation process too late?
Booking logistics
What happens if the hotel oversells and “walks” (relocates) wedding guests?
April 9, 2026

What happens if the hotel oversells and “walks” (relocates) wedding guests?
Booking logistics
What happens if the hotel accidentally releases rooms from our block early?
April 9, 2026

What happens if the hotel accidentally releases rooms from our block early?
Booking logistics
What happens if guests cancel their rooms?
April 9, 2026

What happens if guests cancel their rooms?
Booking logistics
What happens if fewer guests book than expected during the room block reservation?
April 9, 2026

What happens if fewer guests book than expected during the room block reservation?
Booking logistics
How do we check how many rooms have been booked?
April 9, 2026

How do we check how many rooms have been booked?
Booking logistics
Do hotels provide a custom booking link for the wedding block?
April 9, 2026

Do hotels provide a custom booking link for the wedding block?
Booking logistics
Do hotels allow us to adjust guest names on reserved rooms before arrival?
April 9, 2026

Do hotels allow us to adjust guest names on reserved rooms before arrival?
Booking logistics
Can we request extra perks mid-way through if the block fills fast?
April 9, 2026

Can we request extra perks mid-way through if the block fills fast?
Booking logistics
How do we handle sold-out room types within a room block?
April 8, 2026

How do we handle sold-out room types within a room block?
Booking logistics
Can we reduce the number of contracted rooms within our room block?
April 1, 2026

Can we reduce the number of contracted rooms within our room block?
Booking logistics
Can we add more rooms later if our block fills?
April 1, 2026

Can we add more rooms later if our block fills?
Booking logistics
What should we review before signing a wedding room block contract?
April 1, 2026

What should we review before signing a wedding room block contract?
Booking logistics
What happens if we want to switch hotels after signing the contract?
April 1, 2026

What happens if we want to switch hotels after signing the contract?
Booking logistics
What happens if the hotel undergoes renovations affecting our block?
April 1, 2026

What happens if the hotel undergoes renovations affecting our block?
Booking logistics
What deadlines exist for changing room counts?
April 1, 2026

What deadlines exist for changing room counts?
Booking logistics
What cancellation terms matter for wedding blocks?
April 1, 2026

What cancellation terms matter for wedding blocks?
Booking logistics
Room block attrition. How does it impact us?
April 1, 2026

Room block attrition. How does it impact us?
Booking logistics
How do hotels handle incidentals for guests in the room block?
April 1, 2026

How do hotels handle incidentals for guests in the room block?
Booking logistics
Do hotels require deposits for wedding room blocks?
April 1, 2026

Do hotels require deposits for wedding room blocks?
Booking logistics
Do guests need a credit card at check-in even if the room is prepaid or part of a group?
March 26, 2026

Do guests need a credit card at check-in even if the room is prepaid or part of a group?
Booking logistics
Can we request a later cut-off date for our guests?
March 26, 2026

Can we request a later cut-off date for our guests?
Group rates
What parts of a wedding room block can couples negotiate?
March 26, 2026

What parts of a wedding room block can couples negotiate?
Group rates
What concessions are most valuable for wedding guests?
March 26, 2026

What concessions are most valuable for wedding guests?
Group rates
Should we ask for suite upgrades for the wedding party?
March 26, 2026

Should we ask for suite upgrades for the wedding party?
Group rates
How much do hotels expect couples to negotiate?
March 26, 2026

How much do hotels expect couples to negotiate?
Group rates
How do we negotiate better perks or rates while looking for a room block?
March 26, 2026

How do we negotiate better perks or rates while looking for a room block?
Group rates
Can we negotiate wedding block perks without increasing the room count?
March 26, 2026

Can we negotiate wedding block perks without increasing the room count?
Group rates
Are hotels flexible with check-in times for wedding guests?
March 26, 2026

Are hotels flexible with check-in times for wedding guests?
Blocks & Hotels
Why do some hotels decline wedding block requests?
March 25, 2026

Why do some hotels decline wedding block requests?
Group rates
What percentage of out-of-town guests typically book a room block?
March 18, 2026

What percentage of out-of-town guests typically book a room block?
Blocks & Hotels
What does a typical room block hotel proposal include?
March 18, 2026

What does a typical room block hotel proposal include?
Group rates
What do hotels need in order to provide wedding block rates?
March 18, 2026

What do hotels need in order to provide wedding block rates?
Group rates
What dates do hotels consider “high demand” for weddings?
March 18, 2026

What dates do hotels consider “high demand” for weddings?
Booking logistics
Should we reserve fewer rooms upfront and add more later, or book the full estimated amount from the start?
March 18, 2026

Should we reserve fewer rooms upfront and add more later, or book the full estimated amount from the start?
Booking logistics
Should we reserve different room types, and how do we estimate the right mix?
March 18, 2026

Should we reserve different room types, and how do we estimate the right mix?
Booking logistics
Should we include buffer rooms for unexpected last-minute bookings?
March 18, 2026

Should we include buffer rooms for unexpected last-minute bookings?
Blocks & Hotels
How many rooms do hotels require at minimum to qualify as a wedding group?
March 18, 2026

How many rooms do hotels require at minimum to qualify as a wedding group?
Booking logistics
How long do hotel room block quotes usually take?
March 18, 2026

How long do hotel room block quotes usually take?
Booking logistics
How do we estimate how many wedding guests will actually book within our room block vs. outside the block?
March 18, 2026

How do we estimate how many wedding guests will actually book within our room block vs. outside the block?
Booking logistics
How do we calculate the right number of rooms if we’re not sure who will stay one night vs. multiple nights?
March 12, 2026

How do we calculate the right number of rooms if we’re not sure who will stay one night vs. multiple nights?
Booking logistics
How do we calculate the right number of rooms if many guests haven’t RSVP’d yet?
March 12, 2026

How do we calculate the right number of rooms if many guests haven’t RSVP’d yet?
Booking logistics
How do we account for families sharing rooms versus individuals needing their own?
March 12, 2026

How do we account for families sharing rooms versus individuals needing their own?
Blocks & Hotels
Do all hotels offer discounted rates for wedding blocks?
March 12, 2026

Do all hotels offer discounted rates for wedding blocks?
Booking logistics
Can the hotel flag certain guests as VIPs for special treatment upon arrival?
March 12, 2026

Can the hotel flag certain guests as VIPs for special treatment upon arrival?
Booking logistics
When should we notify guests about the room block on our wedding website?
March 12, 2026

When should we notify guests about the room block on our wedding website?
Booking logistics
What instructions should we include on our wedding website?
March 12, 2026

What instructions should we include on our wedding website?
Booking logistics
What if guests want to stay extra nights than the originally blocked?
March 12, 2026

What if guests want to stay extra nights than the originally blocked?
Booking logistics
What if guests call the hotel and the staff can’t find our block?
March 12, 2026

What if guests call the hotel and the staff can’t find our block?
Booking logistics
Should we list one hotel as the “primary” and others as optional?
March 12, 2026

Should we list one hotel as the “primary” and others as optional?
Booking logistics
Should we cover rooms for certain guests, and how do we arrange that?
March 5, 2026

Should we cover rooms for certain guests, and how do we arrange that?
Booking logistics
How far in advance do guests need to book to guarantee the wedding rate?
March 5, 2026

How far in advance do guests need to book to guarantee the wedding rate?
Booking logistics
How does parking work for wedding guests staying in the block?
March 5, 2026

How does parking work for wedding guests staying in the block?
Booking logistics
How do guests book within our wedding block?
March 5, 2026

How do guests book within our wedding block?
Booking logistics
Can we prepay certain guests’ rooms while others pay on their own
March 5, 2026

Can we prepay certain guests’ rooms while others pay on their own
Booking logistics
Can we hold specific rooms (views, floors) for family members within the block?
March 5, 2026

Can we hold specific rooms (views, floors) for family members within the block?
Booking logistics
Can guests earn loyalty points when booking within our wedding room block?
March 5, 2026

Can guests earn loyalty points when booking within our wedding room block?
Booking logistics
What hotel amenities matter most for wedding guests?
March 5, 2026

What hotel amenities matter most for wedding guests?
Booking logistics
Should we pick hotels based on price range, amenities, or proximity?
March 5, 2026

Should we pick hotels based on price range, amenities, or proximity?
Booking logistics
Should we offer our guests multiple hotel options?
March 5, 2026

Should we offer our guests multiple hotel options?
Booking logistics
Should we choose hotels with free breakfast or prioritize nicer rooms?
March 4, 2026

Should we choose hotels with free breakfast or prioritize nicer rooms?
Venues & Lodging
How far from the venue can hotels be before it's inconvenient?
March 4, 2026

How far from the venue can hotels be before it's inconvenient?
Booking logistics
How does parking availability affect which hotels we pick?
March 4, 2026

How does parking availability affect which hotels we pick?
Booking logistics
How do we choose the best hotels near our wedding venue?
March 4, 2026

How do we choose the best hotels near our wedding venue?
Group rates
Do hotels offer a discounted wedding suite as part of the room block?
March 4, 2026

Do hotels offer a discounted wedding suite as part of the room block?
Venues & Lodging
Do hotels allow us to set up a welcome table for guests checking into the block?
March 4, 2026

Do hotels allow us to set up a welcome table for guests checking into the block?
Group rates
Which perks (parking, breakfast, shuttles) actually save guests the most money?
March 4, 2026

Which perks (parking, breakfast, shuttles) actually save guests the most money?
Group rates
What should we look for besides price while booking room blocks?
March 4, 2026

What should we look for besides price while booking room blocks?
Group rates
What fees in room block hotel proposals most often surprise couples?
March 4, 2026

What fees in room block hotel proposals most often surprise couples?
Group rates
What does a “blended rate” mean in room blocks and should we prefer it?
March 4, 2026

What does a “blended rate” mean in room blocks and should we prefer it?
Booking logistics
What accommodations are available within the block for guests with hearing impairments?
March 4, 2026

What accommodations are available within the block for guests with hearing impairments?
Group rates
Is Breakfast Included in the Wedding Group Rate or Does It Cost Extra?
March 4, 2026

Is Breakfast Included in the Wedding Group Rate or Does It Cost Extra?
Booking logistics
How do we plan for guests booking outside the block even if we provide the link?
March 4, 2026

How do we plan for guests booking outside the block even if we provide the link?
Group rates
Courtesy vs. Contracted: How to Negotiate the Best Rates
March 4, 2026

Courtesy vs. Contracted: How to Negotiate the Best Rates
Group rates
How do we evaluate the “total value” of a hotel’s room block offer?
March 4, 2026

How do we evaluate the “total value” of a hotel’s room block offer?
Booking logistics
How do we ensure ADA rooms stay available for the guests who actually need them and are not accidentally booked by others?
March 4, 2026

How do we ensure ADA rooms stay available for the guests who actually need them and are not accidentally booked by others?
Booking logistics
Can we request adjoining rooms for guests who need caregiver support?
March 2, 2026

Can we request adjoining rooms for guests who need caregiver support?
Booking logistics
How do we compare room block hotels with different cancellation policies?
March 2, 2026

How do we compare room block hotels with different cancellation policies?
Booking logistics
How do we compare multiple hotel proposals fairly?
March 2, 2026

How do we compare multiple hotel proposals fairly?
Booking logistics
How do hotels handle early check-ins or late check-outs for wedding guests?
March 2, 2026

How do hotels handle early check-ins or late check-outs for wedding guests?
Group rates
Does the hotel offer a complimentary bridal suite when booking a room block?
March 2, 2026

Does the hotel offer a complimentary bridal suite when booking a room block?
Booking logistics
Does booking a room block guarantee early check-ins for hair and makeup schedules?
March 2, 2026

Does booking a room block guarantee early check-ins for hair and makeup schedules?
Group rates
Do we get complementary nights in a wedding block?
March 2, 2026

Do we get complementary nights in a wedding block?
Booking logistics
Can we reserve specific accessible room types within the room block for guests with mobility or sensory needs?
March 2, 2026

Can we reserve specific accessible room types within the room block for guests with mobility or sensory needs?
Booking logistics
Can the hotel guarantee that accessible rooms are located near elevators?
March 2, 2026

Can the hotel guarantee that accessible rooms are located near elevators?
Booking logistics
Are welcome bag delivery fees included or charged separately by hotels?
March 2, 2026

Are welcome bag delivery fees included or charged separately by hotels?
Blocks & Hotels
What If Our Guests Don’t Use Our Hotel Block?
February 23, 2026

What If Our Guests Don’t Use Our Hotel Block?
Blocks & Hotels
How Many Out-of-Town Guests Justify a Hotel Block?
February 23, 2026

How Many Out-of-Town Guests Justify a Hotel Block?
Blocks & Hotels
5 Common Misconceptions About Wedding Room Blocks
February 23, 2026

5 Common Misconceptions About Wedding Room Blocks
Blocks & Hotels
Hotel Block Glossary: 10 Key Terms Couples Should Know
February 23, 2026

Hotel Block Glossary: 10 Key Terms Couples Should Know
Blocks & Hotels
Do You Really Need a Hotel Block if Most Guests Are Local?
February 23, 2026

Do You Really Need a Hotel Block if Most Guests Are Local?
Blocks & Hotels
Top 5 Benefits of Reserving a Hotel Block for Your Wedding
February 23, 2026

Top 5 Benefits of Reserving a Hotel Block for Your Wedding
Blocks & Hotels
Courtesy Block vs. Contracted Block vs. Group Rate , What’s the Difference?
February 23, 2026

Courtesy Block vs. Contracted Block vs. Group Rate , What’s the Difference?
Blocks & Hotels
How Do Wedding Hotel Blocks Work?
February 23, 2026

How Do Wedding Hotel Blocks Work?
Blocks & Hotels
Why You Need a Hotel Room Block for Your Big Day
February 23, 2026

Why You Need a Hotel Room Block for Your Big Day
Booking logistics
Are service animals allowed in rooms within the wedding block?
February 14, 2026

Are service animals allowed in rooms within the wedding block?
Group rates
Are resort fees or facility fees included in the group rate?
February 14, 2026

Are resort fees or facility fees included in the group rate?
Booking logistics
What information do couples typically forget to gather before booking a wedding block?
February 14, 2026

What information do couples typically forget to gather before booking a wedding block?
Booking logistics
What if most of our guests are local and we don't need a big room block?
February 14, 2026

What if most of our guests are local and we don't need a big room block?
Booking logistics
What do couples need to decide before booking a wedding room block?
February 14, 2026

What do couples need to decide before booking a wedding room block?
Booking logistics
How many rooms should we reserve for our wedding weekend?
February 14, 2026

How many rooms should we reserve for our wedding weekend?
Booking logistics
How early do couples typically secure wedding room blocks?
February 14, 2026

How early do couples typically secure wedding room blocks?
Booking logistics
How do wedding room blocks work for hotels with dynamic pricing?
February 14, 2026

How do wedding room blocks work for hotels with dynamic pricing?
Booking logistics
How do we plan blocks for multi-day wedding celebrations?
February 14, 2026

How do we plan blocks for multi-day wedding celebrations?
Booking logistics
How do we estimate how many guests will stay in hotels vs. with family?
February 14, 2026

How do we estimate how many guests will stay in hotels vs. with family?
Booking logistics
How do we choose hotels for weddings with early-morning ceremonies?
February 12, 2026

How do we choose hotels for weddings with early-morning ceremonies?
Booking logistics
How do room blocks work when guests need ADA-accessible rooms?
February 12, 2026

How do room blocks work when guests need ADA-accessible rooms?
Booking logistics
Do hotels offer a shuttle service between the hotel and the wedding venue?
February 12, 2026

Do hotels offer a shuttle service between the hotel and the wedding venue?
Booking logistics
Do hotels charge for overnight parking for guests in the wedding block?
February 12, 2026

Do hotels charge for overnight parking for guests in the wedding block?
Booking logistics
Do hotels allow room upgrades for parents or VIP guests?
February 12, 2026

Do hotels allow room upgrades for parents or VIP guests?
Booking logistics
Can we track which specific guests have booked rooms for our block?
February 12, 2026

Can we track which specific guests have booked rooms for our block?
Booking logistics
Can we set up a room block before we finalize our wedding date?
February 12, 2026

Can we set up a room block before we finalize our wedding date?
Booking logistics
Can we request that the hotel hold a certain number of double-queen rooms?
February 12, 2026

Can we request that the hotel hold a certain number of double-queen rooms?
Booking logistics
Can we request an extension to the room block cut-off date if guests are slow to book?
February 12, 2026

Can we request an extension to the room block cut-off date if guests are slow to book?
Booking logistics
Can we request adjacent rooms or rooms on the same floor for family members?
February 12, 2026

Can we request adjacent rooms or rooms on the same floor for family members?
Booking logistics
How do I know if I should book a courtesy block or a contracted block for my wedding?
January 16, 2026

How do I know if I should book a courtesy block or a contracted block for my wedding?
Booking logistics
Can guests earn loyalty points on wedding group rates?
January 13, 2026

Can guests earn loyalty points on wedding group rates?
Booking logistics
Can guests cancel their room inside the block without penalty?
January 13, 2026

Can guests cancel their room inside the block without penalty?
Booking logistics
Can guests book online or do they need to call to get the group rate?
January 13, 2026

Can guests book online or do they need to call to get the group rate?
Blocks & Hotels
What Is a Wedding Hotel Room Block?
January 2, 2026

What Is a Wedding Hotel Room Block?
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