Hamilton Park Hotel

When planning our wedding the bar had been set high. It was going to be an interfaith & multicultural wedding and it was important that both of our religions and cultures be represented.

When we walked into the Hotel, we knew it was perfect. We had a large number of out-of-town guests and this hotel lends itself to large groups, in an intimate, comfortable and very attractive way.

JoAnne Mitchko, Director of Catering, worked closely with us to make our vision a reality and she succeeded in creating the wedding we had hoped for.
JoAnne and Nicole worked closely with the chefs to help craft a special menu. JoAnne teamed up with our florist to help create a most beautiful setting. Planning a large wedding certainly came with some stress but working with JoAnne made the process fun and enjoyable.

The food was absolutely delicious. The kitchen staff was flexible, open to new idea, and willing to make modifications. We wanted a unique dessert table and Scot Tregaskis helped design it for us. Scott Kappmeier incorporated a special side dish for the cultural mix and wanted to be sure all food was perfect for us. Kate was on duty the night of the wedding, behind tghe scenes, she made sure it all went smoothly.

"Vanderbilts Bar and Lounge" in the hotel was an excellent bonus for our pre-wedding gathering on Friday night. The breakfast buffet on Sunday at "Arrive" restaurant in the hotel was bountiful and delicious. Jessica was attentive and kind both at both gatherings.

Amelia Henry, Reservations Coordinator, was helpful and courteous whenever we had a question about our guests' rooms.

While I didn't have a vision of my "dream" wedding, our wedding was better than anything I could have wished for. We wish we could go back, and do that whole weekend all over again.

This place was amazing! Have never been there before I was pleasantly surpirsed upon finding them! The place was such a steal, the prices were fabulous and the service was even better. Dealing with JoAnne Mitchko was a pleasure. She always responded to my calls and e-mails immediately. The day of the wedding could not have gone any smoother. The room looked amazing and Scott and Jessica took such good care of me and my husband along with our families and friends! They knew exactly what needed to be done and got it done. The courtyard outside had amazing fardens and fountains that made for some great pictures! If i had to do it again I would do it exactly the same! This place is amazing! Love Love Love them! A+ for sure!!!

The Hamilton Park exceeded all our expectations. The staff went above and beyond. Our day went off with out a hitch!

Our wedding reception was at the Hamilton Park Hotel. We were provided with excellent service from the start. Working with the coordinator to plan the wedding was very easy; they were flexible about meeting with us and working with us, which was important since we live in VA, not NJ.
The reception went so smoothly from the time we arrived after pictures until the end of the night. The servers at the wedding were fabulous. Our guests even complimented the excellent service.
I would definitely recommend this location for a reception to anyone who asks.

The Hamilton Park Hotel was amazing. From the day we booked the venue, Joanne, the event manager, was always responsive, friendly and extremely helpful. She responded to all of our questions quickly and put our minds at ease during the planning process. The food was wonderful. Many of our guests commented on the high quality of the food served. The steak was tender and not overcooked as is often seen with wedding food. The cocktail hour and dessert were excellent as well. There was plenty of selection for us to choose from for appetizers during the cocktail hour. The room was beautifully decorated and there was plenty of space to dance during the reception. Most of our guests were staying at the hotel. All of the guest rooms were clean and spacious and the discounted block rate was affordable for our guests.
The Hamilton Park Hotel went above and beyond when the power went out after our reception due to Hurrican Irene. All of the staff was extremely helpful to our guests. Many of our guests were stuck at the hotel for 24 hours until the roads cleared and flooding subsided. During the entire time, the staff was courteous, friendly and helpful. We could not have asked to be "stuck" at a better place.

I would recommend the Hamilton Park to anyone looking for great service, great food and a lovely venue.

Kate, Jo Ann and the entire Hamilton Park Hotel staff exceeded any and all of my expectations. My wedding was absolutely perfect and everything went off without hitch. I honestly felt I could relax and enjoy the day with everything in their hands. The grounds, rooms and ballroom were beautiful. The food was excellent and all of my guests are still talking about the wedding!

I had the reception for my wedding in July at the Hamilton Park Hotel. It was amazing. JoAnne was our main contact throughout the whole process and she was such a pleasure to work with. Wedding planning is very stressful and she always made me feel at ease. When the actual day came, everything was done perfectly. The food was excellent. I wish I could go back to my cocktail hour and keep enjoying the food :). The staff provided a level of service that exceeded all my expectations. After the wedding it was great to be able to hang out longer at the hotel bar there. This is the place to get married!

Our wedding at the Hamilton was perfect and we had nothing to complain or be dissapointed about. Both Kate and Joanne were extremely helpful and would answer my questions immediately. The food was great, the service was great and everyone at our wedding told us what a wonderful time they had.

INCREDIBLE!!!! Joanne, Kate, Scot, Tara, Jessica, and everyone on staff here made our entire wedding experience phenomenal. From the 1st day we came to look at the hotel, we loved the modern look of the venue and the ballroom and just how incredibly organized the staff was. We originally had started working with Kate and after she changed positions, we worked with Joanne. I cant even put into words how helpful she was. She knew absolutely everything we wanted on our wedding day and made it happen. It was the most beautiful wedding ever! Joanne even went out of her way to color coordinate the cocktail hour flowers for me to match the rest of my wedding. I had quite a few DIY items I wanted displayed in certain ways for our wedding and they all were absolutely perfect the day of. The staff listens to every single concern and request you may have and makes sure they take care of it. On the day of the wedding, every single guest was attended to right away, the food is out of this world amazing, and the wedding ran absolutely perfectly thanks to Joanne and all the wonderful staff. And we LOVED having our wedding at this hotel- we had an amazing afterparty at Vanderbilts so the party didn’t have to stop and everyone was able to have a beautiful (and delicious) breakfast the next day in the hotel as well. I felt like we had an amazing wedding weekend with all our guests instead of just a rushed reception. I would HIGHLY recommend having your wedding here- you cant go wrong and they will make sure you have an absolutely amazing day! They also only do one wedding per day, which we loved and so many of our guests continue to say this is the “best wedding they have ever been to!”

We are so pleased with our experience at Hamilton Park. Working with JoAnne was so easy and enjoyable. Anytime I'd email her a question, no matter how small it was, and she'd get back to me immediately. We felt like we were her only wedding, even though they have at least one there each weekend! She took care of all the details and my husband and I, as well as our families, were able to just enjoy every second of the reception. Anything we needed she or the staff at Hamilton Park were there to help. We're still getting so many compliments from our guests about the service, the food, and the great time they had at our wedding. We couldn't have asked for a better day!

Having my wedding at the Hamilton Park Hotel was an absolutely amazing experience. Everyone on staff was extremely accomodating and went out of their way to make the day extra special for my husband and I. I would refer anyone getting married to the hotel in a heartbeat.

I cannot say enough great things about Hamilton Park Hotel. We had our rehearsal dinner, reception, and breakfast the next morning. It was simply amazing, from the delicious food to the top-notch staff to the gorgeous rooms for our guests (at a great price too). Kate Springmeyer Paglio made the entire planning process smooth and easy, offering suggestions and advice that helped us pull off the "best wedding ever" according to our friends and family. I always received prompt replies from Kate to any phone calls or emails, and she went out of her way to coordinate special meals for two guests with severe food allergies. Jessica, our coordinator for the rehearsal dinner, was so sweet and helpful, which set the tone for the entire weekend. Scott, the maitre 'd for the reception, managed to keep the reception running smoothly while always asking us our preferences (what time to do the toast, when to do the cake sutting). We never felt rushed, and we got to enjoy our wedding OUR way. Breakfast the next morning was wonderful, listening to our guests rave about having the time of their lives. We would highly recommend Hamiton Park Hotel to any bride & groom who want to have the best wedding with the least stress.

I highly recommend Hamilton Park. The food was amazing and they made sure all the details were just right.

My husband and I couldn't have asked for a better experience getting married at Hamilton Park Hotel. They made the months leading up to our wedding very easy and stress free. JoAnne Mitchko, the director of catering/wedding go-to person, was a vital part of making our wedding completely amazing. Not a detail was missed or an email unanswered.

When choosing a venue, my husband and I were looking for several key elements 1-We wanted a place to hold both the ceremony and reception (we had 150 guests-PLENTY of room). 2. We were really leaning towards a hotel to cut down on traveling expenses and 3. We had a specific look in mind, we aren't really much for frill, lace, and marble columns. Hamilton Park Hotel was, hands down, our #1 choice.

On the actual day of the wedding, we were treated like honored guests, and had an extremely attentive bridal assistant and maitre de. Our wedding was not a traditional sit down dinner. Instead we opted for "stations" in which our guests could choose from a variety of dishes. The food tables were set up beautifully and were FILLED with delicious, and masterfully cooked meals. By the end of the night, we had most of our guests telling us that not only was this the best food they've had at a wedding, but the most fun and unique wedding they've ever been to- which I feel is largely due to the phenomenal service that the staff at Hamilton Park provided. I would 100% recommend Hamilton Park Hotel for anyone's wedding or special event.

Robert and I cannot thank Hamilton Park enough for providing us with the perfect wedding day! Our Catering Manager JoAnne was an absolute pleasure to work with. She was nothing but helpful throughout the entire planning process, and went out of her way to accommodate our special requests. JoAnne made sure every last detail was taken care of and answered all of my questions before I even had a chance to ask them! Our reception was beautiful and Jessica made sure that everything ran smoothly. It truly was the perfect day, and our guests cannot stop raving about their experience at Hamilton Park! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!!

Michele & Robert

We had our ceremony at a nearby church and the cocktail hour and reception at the hotel.

The ambiance blew me away. It was pretty when we first saw the room, but the night of our wedding it took our breath away. The food was fantastic and the mashed potato bar and stromboli station were big hits. The honeymoon suite was connected to another room which was perfect for getting ready in the morning and hanging out after. I HIGHLY recommend the hotel for weddings. They only do 1 wedding a night and you know that you and your party will be taken care of and made to feel special. The outdoor area was a great escape and worked for the cocktail hour because weather was perfect for us. Seriously, it was amazing. Book now.

All of the staff but especially JoAnne Mitchko(who was our lead contact person) were just phenomenal! Any question or concern was quickly addressed in a professional but friendly manner. JoAnne made us feel as thought we were the only wedding she was responsible for when that what of course not the case at all. Our day was perfect and that was in large part due to JoAnne and the rest of the staff at Hamilton Park. You can sit back and relax when choosing Hamilton Park because they will do whatever they can to make your day spectacular.

Our wedding was everything we ever wanted and more! The Hamilton Park Hotel is such a beautiful place and the service was amazing. To this day people are still talking about how much they loved the food! Kate was incredible!!! I dont know what we would have done without her! Thank you!!!!!

The Hamilton Park Hotel was a bit out of our price range, but it was well worth it. We didn't have to worry about anything because it was all handled by the staff. Everything was amazing. If I had to complain about anything, it would be the price (but, well worth it), and the fact that we were married outside and people and children were using the pool, which is right through the fence and very loud (We were told it would be closed during our ceremony). Take these 2 things away and our wedding was absolutely perfect. I would highly recommend it.

Choosing Hamilton Park for our wedding was one of the best choices we made. Kate Springmeyer and the entire staff at the Hamilton Park Hotel were so helpful in making our entire weekend a happy and memorable event. From the time we checked in to the hotel for our rehearsal dinner to the time we checked out after our brunch the morning after our wedding all of our needs were taken care of without any issue, and we have heard nothing but compliments from our guests. The food and service were just amazing and we would gladly recommend Hamilton Park to anyone planning a wedding in the area!

I was married two weeks ago at the Hamilton Park Hotel and I will never forget any of the people I worked with throughout the process. If you book your ceremony and reception there you will NOT be disappointed. I worked with JoAnne through the entire process and she was kind, helpful, patient, and extremely knowledgeable and honest. Those are all extremely important qualities while wedding planning! I was never frustrated and JoAnne worked with us on every last detail for our big day.

We had our rehearsal dinner there on Friday night. It was held in a beautiful private room that opened up to the back patio. We chose the Barbeque option and everyone RAVED about the idea. It was simple but delicious and exactly what we wanted. We didn't want a sit down dinner. We wanted to laugh and mingle with our guests and that was exactly what we got. The rehearsal itself was led by Scott who put all of my fears at ease and assured me that the day would be perfect....and it was.

The rooms were amazing. Clean, comfortable, and quiet. The presidential suite is enormous and perfect for allowing a large bridal party to get ready before the wedding. The ceremony was gorgeous, held inside in the hotel as well. It was exactly what I had pictured and no detail was overlooked. The cocktail hour was excellent. The potato bar was a hit! I loved it because I didn't have to worry about getting anything on my dress :) The reception went smoothly. Not ONE thing went wrong. Scott and JoAnne were both there and checked in with us often. Maggie made sure our every need was noticed before we said a word. The guests loved the food, the venue, and said that every single person they encountered went above and beyond to make them comfortable. Many said it was the best wedding they had been to. Everyone loved having all of the events in one place. No driving needed! Perfect. Perfect. Perfect.

A wonderful Hotel. They met all expectations and we will keep them in mind for future Parties.

We couldn't have asked for more. Kate at Hamilton Park Hotel was a consumate professional. She was very detail-oriented and thorough, so that she often reminded us of details we hadn't even thought about. She made sure every desire was provided for, and working with Scott, the designer, and the staff, Kate and Hamilton Park Hotel made our dreams come true. The facilities are beautiful and private. The ballroom is fabulous, and right outside the ballroom is a patio with a fabulous garden, where your guests can also enjoy a lush, beautiful lighted garden and fountain. Also, being private, the facilities guarantee that your event will get the attention it deserves. The staff is very attentive and professional. Finally, we got our money's worth! The food was DELICIOUS; the cake was DELICIOUS; and people RAVED about the drinks! We got great quality for a great price. I would encourage any bride to place Hamilton Park Hotel on her short list of venues. This place is a true gem not to be over looked.

Everyone at Hamilton Park was incredibly professional and willing to bend over backwards to make our event great and make sure we were happy.

Everyone at the Hamilton Park Hotel was a joy to work with. I felt like a queen on my wedding day because my every wish was catered to. When my husband said he really liked one of the apps, one of the staff members immediately brought in a whole tray of those apps. Scott and Kate and everyone else really made my husband and I and our guests feel right at home. Scott even made me a throw away bouquet when we realized that the florist didn't bring one. All the guests commented on the high level of service we received. It was a wonderful night!

Hamilton Park Hotel is the perfect place to plan a wedding of any size. My husband and I were married in March on the first day of Spring and every detail from the first time we toured the facilities exceeded our expectations. We had 100 guests but the ballroom could have fit up to 200.

It's hard to believe how much you get for the price you pay per person. Custom table cloth and napkins and a wide variety of great food. I Highly recommend you look at HPH for your wedding!


We found Hamilton Park Hotel through another very satisfied couple. I would recommend this to any couple looking for a classy wedding at the right price. . I could t have asked for more.

We could not have picked a better place to have our wedding reception. The overall process was easy, and enjoyable, and the entire staff is warm and friendly...they are really are there to meet your needs! The food was amazing, the ballroom looked classy and elegant. I cant not say enough good things about Hamilton Park Hotel. My husband and I want to go back now as guests!

The quality of the service was excellent. They were very accommodating with some of the changes we wanted to make to our reception. Hamilton Park was extremely professional with everything they did during the ceremony. Everyone at the hotel was very helpful. The value was very good. We couldn't have asked for a better reception.

Attention brides and grooms: This is the BEST place for a New Jersey wedding!
The staff is amazing. The food is fabulous. The hotel is beautiful.
The attention to detail is superb and the price can’t be beat.
Contact Kate Springmeyer. She’s amazing!!! She expertly guided us through every step and made sure we had a fabulous wedding celebration. Our guests still rave about our wedding day, months later. After the reception, our friends and family continued the party in the hotel bar. Most of our guests stayed at the hotel that night and then the next morning we hosted an excellent brunch for everyone. As you can tell, the choices seem endless at HPH. Another perk: there’s a train nearby for your guests who may be traveling from the NYC or elsewhere. The bottom line: our guests loved HPH and so did we. Check this place out! You won’t be disappointed!

Everything was perfect on my wedding day. Kate was their to help me every step of the way leading up to and the day of my wedding. I couldn't have asked for anything more!!

This is a great venue! The most I enjoyed were: one event at a time, beautiful garden for picture, beautiful comp. suites, top of the line food, and most importantly...the best customer service throughout my entire planning! Highly reccommended!

We were so impressed with everything at Hamilton Park. From the food, to the staff, to the hotel-everything was excellent. We heard nothing but great things from all of our guests and we had an amazing day.

The Hamilton Park Hotel is a great find for weddings. The hotel is beautifully decorated and the staff are pleasant and always helpful. While they couldn't be flexible in the price of the ceremony and reception, it was affordable and well worth the money. My husband and myself enjoyed the whole process with the hotel and was glad that they made our wedding spectular!

What an incredible value for what Hamilton Park has provided!! Extremely curtious and professional.

Kate was an absolute pleasure to work with. The only comment I have is that the ceremony venue was a little loud because of the A/C and a little dark, but other than that, it was FANTASTIC!

We had the most wonderful wedding reception thanks to the staff at Hamilton Park Hotel. Kate was such a pleasure to work with and was willing to help us every step of the way. She did an amazing job! We did not have to worry about a thing. We knew everything would be taken care of. To this day, we are still getting compliments on our wedding reception with many people telling us this was the best wedding they have been to. The food was amazing and was definitely one of the highlights of the night. We feel Kate and the entire staff made our special day so memorable. We would not have changed a thing! It was perfect!

I am so glad I went with my gut and went for a hotel location for the wedding. The level of service provided was exceptional - including everything from the actual hotel stay to the ceremony, then the cocktail hour and reception. It is almost a year later, and I still get compliments from relatives (who are usually very demanding!). Working with Kate made the wedding planning process so much less stressful. Even my parents were impressed with her, and they have worked with two other highly experienced coordinators for my sisters' weddings. Particularly notable was the staff - I don't think more than one or two people ever actually made it to the bar during the reception, since the waiters were so attentive to their needs.

Hamilton Park Hotel could not have done a better job for our wedding. We were so pleased with everything and could not have asked for a better day. Our guests still talk about how wonderful the event was and how much fun they had. Thanks for everything!

I was married in March 2009. My wedding was amazing. I worked with Kate Springmeyer. I hope all brides are as lucky as I was to have such a fantastic venue cordinator. She went above and beyond to assist me. I can't even begin to list the thing Kate took on for us. She was great. When my wedding was over I almost felt like i was loosing a friend because we spent so much time emailing and on the phone. I never had a worry as long as Kate was handling it. She never let me down.
The food was out of site. A month after my wedding people were still complimenting us. My brother, who is hard pressed to give a compliment, was raving when i got back from my honeymoon. He wanted to go back to the Hamilton Park for the fajita station.
I only have 2 complaints about my wedding. 1st the cake: the cake was included with our package (Baker's Perfection in Rockaway). I went to the bakery and met with a consultant. We tasted cakes and showed her what i wanted. I was told no problem. Well appparently there was a problem because i did not get the cake we had discussed. I was suppose to have gold fondant swirls but instead got caramel. My cake looked like it was melting up close. This cake haunted my dreams it was so ugly. It did however taste delicious.
2. Scott the banquet manager at the Hamilton Park was refered to as the wedding Natzi. One of our guest dropped a glass while dancing. Scott then took it upon himself to remove glasses from the hands of my adult guest who carried glasses on to the floor. When asked by managment why he did this , i was told he said eleven glass broke on the dance floor in a short period of time. well i invite him to watch the unedited version of my wedding video. Only one glass hit the dance floor and was promptly cleaned up, not by hamilton park staff, but by my reader. I have the whole thing on DVD. Also in the middle of my reception i was informed by guests that they were receiving threats of being cut off from the open bar. Scott came over to our sweetheart table, as per the groom's request, and contined to have a fifteen minute conversation about the roudiness of our guest and how they may be cut off. One he should have taken us into the hallway and two our guest should have never been told they were being cutoff but instead had there drinks watered down like at every other wedding i"ve been to. Also the hotel seemed to have no problem continuing to serve my guest in the hotel bar, on their dime, after the reception. My guest closed the bar that evening. I had around 65-75 guest staying at the hotel.
Overall my experience was delightful. If I had to do it again, I would.

We had a great experience with our catering manager, Kate Springmeyer. I have since recommended the Hamilton Park Hotel to other potential brides/grooms and have suggested that they work with Kate.

Kate Springmeyer is amazing to work with. The entire staff at the Hamilton Park Hotel are professional and accommodating. The facility and grounds at the hotel are beautiful. The food is plentiful and delicious. Our guests were raving about the food and hotel, months after our wedding. I highly recommend working with them for your wedding or next event, you will not be disappointed!!!

Almost two years later, people still rave about our rehearsal dinner and wedding held at the Hamilton Park Hotel. The staff, including our wedding planner Kate Springmeyer, was amazing. The food was incredible, the hotel was beautiful, and the entire day was perfect. I recommend this facility to anyone looking to have a memorable day.

We are still hearing our friends and family talk about our wedding! It was just the most perfect day, and the Hamilton Park Hotel made it happen for us! Everyone says it was the most beautiful wedding they have ever been to, and it really was!

From the moment we walked into the hotel, we knew it was where we were going to have our reception. The hotel was beautiful, the rooms were great, and the price was very reasonable for everything they included. JoAnne Mitchko was so fabulous in helping me plan my wedding! She was on top of everything, and made great suggestions to make every last detail perfect. The staff during our reception was so amazing! Every waiter, waitress, and bartender were amazing, and were so great to our guests.

Probably the best part was the food! It was simply spectacular! We had so many choices for the cocktail hour, and there was more food them we ever expected! Most people were full before we even sat down to dinner because there were just oo many good choices! Our dinner was delicious, and to top it off, the wedding cake was included.

I could go on and on about our wedding, we had the most perfect day. The Hamilton Park did an amazing job, and we couldn't have asked for anything more!

The team of professionals are there to help you every step of the way. There was never a need to worry about anything!

We had our wedding reception here and it was absolutely wonderful. The entire staff was so attentive. It was for sure the best wedding I have ever been to (even though it was ours and I am a little biased). Hands down a great choice. They will help you to create your dream wedding.

They do mostly conventions, but my wedding was WONDERFUL. Michelle, the banquet manager, and Scott, some other manager, helped manage my wedding. They helped with arranging who walked down the aisle, to decorating the tables and wedding cake with the roses I had from the florist. They are willing to work with what you have. Plus the cost per person is phenomenal for the area. We had the choice of filet mignon and some kind of stuffed chicken. Everyone was impressed with the hors'd oerves and the main courses. They rearranged the ceremony chairs into the dining area and were willing to let us borrow their grand piano. They also have a balcony where I threw my bouquet. I also got 2 free nights in their presidential suite which was awesome. It was definitely worth it and I look forward to possibly going to one of my brother's weddings there in the near future.