A Hotel Magdalena Wedding | Everything You Need to Know from a Planner’s Perspective

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Sydney Meyer

In Ink designs + plans intimate weddings for Austin and San Antonio couples who believe their day should be an illustration of their EPIC love story. A dash of whimsical edge, a spritz of unconventional sparkle, and a party that beams with your personality!

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Here’s the thing – having a wedding in Austin means you’re a design-forward individual with a nag for the city’s quirkiness. Meaning, you have to have the best of the best wedding venue to show off that side of your personality. Cue a Hotel Magdalena wedding!

Today, I’ll share the specs and details about this intimate wedding venue and what you can expect from an Austin wedding planner’s perspective.

A colorful table setting with flowers and candles.

The Overall Specs Of Hotel Magdalena

From their website, they share:

The event space offers 4,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space.

1,500 square feet of flexible indoor space
2,500 square feet of outdoor lawn space
Capacity: 150 Reception | 85 Seated

Regarding accommodations, the 89 rooms feature dual-end windows for a breezy atmosphere and optimal natural light. The design draws inspiration from Texas river rocks, utilizing poured concrete with exposed aggregate. Rooms are adorned with desk inlays, custom walnut wood beds, and Spanish tiles in red, blue, yellow, or green.

Studio (ADA available) – 310 sq. ft.
Porch Studio – 330 sq. ft.
Treehouse Studio (ADA available) – 330 sq. ft.
Music Lane Queen (ADA available) – 380 sq. ft.
Sunset Suite – 385 sq. ft. with a 65 sq. ft. screened-in balcony
Spring Suite (ADA available) – 450 sq. ft. with private porch
Terrace Suite- 700 sq. ft. + 600 sq. ft. of outdoor space

A group of Indian bridesmaids and groomsmen pose for a photo.

First Impressions About Having A Hotel Magdalena Wedding

While you’re in the middle of a bustling city, I love that the hotel feels so secluded and nestled away. Summer house vibes, a stunning pool, elegant eats, greenery for days, what more could you ask for? However, if you want to jump back into the cityscape, you’re just steps away from accessing South Congress and all the colorful shops, restaurants, and nightlife that come with it.
This place is just so… COOL. You can tell the designers delicately handpicked every aspect of the hotel – from colorfully striped robes you’ll find in your suite to the iconic Summer House glass fish bottle.
When it comes to event flow, they’ve got it down. The flow from the ceremony site to the reception space is *chef’s kiss*. More to come on that next.

A green vase with flowers and candles on a table at Hotel Magdalena's wedding setup.

A wooden bar adorned with candles and flowers, creating an enchanting ambiance perfect for a Hotel Magdalena wedding.

The Layout

Picture this: ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception all in one seamless spot. Having a Hotel Magdalena Wedding means effortlessly keeping your guests together (without wondering too far like at some venues) but still allowing them breathing space. Your ceremony begins on the lush green lawn tucked within the hotel. From here, your guests exit the ceremony aisle into cocktail hour at the back of the lawn and patio area. Once your photos are all wrapped up, it’s time to transition into the reception space that connects from the lawn and patio.

The greenspace and event room are fairly neutral, making it easy to customize the areas with your bold, colorful ideas or to match it with a classic, neutral personality.

But, most importantly, I’m obsessed with the intricate wooden ceiling within the walls of the reception space.

A Hotel Magdalena wedding ceremony arranged outdoors in front of a stunning building.

A table is set for a wedding at hotel magdalena.

My Opinion Of The Hotel Magdalena Wedding Staff

What a breeze to work with! I so, so appreciate a venue team that is not only professional but amazing with communication. (Yes, that’s the type A planner in me coming out needing to have a pulse on everything). Basically, they genuinely care about your wedding day and the vision you have for your celebration and your guests’ experience. I tell my clients, if you don’t feel like a vendor is excited for your day, don’t book them. Far from the case with Hotel Magdalena.

A woman setting up a table for a Hotel Magdalena wedding.

So, What Are Your Thoughts About Having A Hotel Magdalena Wedding?

She’s got the charm, the accommodations, the great staff, the perfect guest experience. Nonetheless, if you’re considering having a Hotel Magdalena wedding (or have already made it your spot!) I’d love to chat about how we can bring your vision to life. Fill out a contact form – let’s chat!