Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge

iented, patient, responsive, flexible and provided us with needed suggestions to make sure all our events are planned perfectly and ran smoothly. She worked with us every step of the way right from start to finish & was there on the day of event to ensure everything ran flawlessly! I highly recommend her!

a ton of room for our 300+ guests, and we had the back patio on top of it, which was an absolute hit! The food was amazing (cocktail hour snacks, dinner, and late night snacks), the reception room was organized and decorated so well, and the whole night flowed exceptionally well thanks to Jill R. and the rest of the team. They made the whole experience so easy for us. There was never a doubt that the day wasn’t going to be perfect with this staff running the show. We had outstanding communication leading up to the day, we had multiple in person meetings and phone conversations, and they just made us feel so comfortable. My wife and I are extremely grateful for all their efforts, and we are so happy with how everything turned out! It’s also very satisfying that it’s not a multiple wedding space. It’s a big hotel, but they are dedicated to hosting one wedding at a time. We loved the fact that we had the whole place to ourselves! We highly recommend having your wedding here!

oordination team was SO easy to work with (Lisa, Jill & Faby) and responded so quickly whenever I had a question. The suite we got ready in was perfect— we had 14 ladies all getting ready, 4 hair and makeup artists, 2 photographers and 2 videographers and we still had space. The patio and gallery for cocktail hour was spectacular. The staff is also super friendly. Not to be biased, but their food is TOP TIER and the best wedding food we’ve ever had! My husband and I are forever grateful for the Marriott team!!!

rative, and kind. We felt so seen and heard regarding what we wanted our big day to look and feel like. When I walked into our reception prior to the guest, it completely took my breath away. That is one of the moments I continue to think of and carry with me. It was beautiful. They take your vision and go above and beyond. My husband and I loved working with them and they started to feel like family. We cannot wait to continue to return to the Marriott to celebrate anniversaries and know where it all started! You will not regret this reception whatsoever!

tarted speaking to the sales manager, we were sold. They were so accommodating from start to finish. Jill, Faby, and the entire team met and exceeded every single one of our expectations. The marriott @ burr ridge is not only an amazing location, our guests loved it, the rooms were nice and updated, affordable pricing, BEAUTIFUL and HUGE ballroom, great food, and I cannot think of one reason not to book here. If you want a stress-free wedding process at a place that you. your future spouse, and all of your guests are going to love, then look no further. I will never stop recommending the Marriott @ Burr Ridge for hosting a wedding. The absolute BEST vendor. THANK YOU MARRIOTT for making June 8 the best day of our lives!!!!!!

team. Jill and her team were with us every step of the way. Jill and her team set up our tastings, venue walk throughs, and even let myself, my mom, and my now husband come to the Marriott the week of our wedding to drop off our decor, so we didn't have to worry about it the day of. Jill and her team listened to my vision for the venue and executed it perfectly. By the time my mom showed up to the Marriott on wedding day to start setting up the venue, Jill and her team had already almost finished decorating the entire event space! Jill and her team took all the stress of wedding day away, and allowed myself, my husband, and our families to enjoy every minute. The food and service were fantastic, and the event space was extremely clean. Our guests could not stop saying that our wedding was the best wedding they've attended in years! If you are looking for a wedding venue and team that will go the extra mile to make your wedding day memorable, look no further than the Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge.

nowing this was going to be our venue. We worked with Ella, Victoria, and Faby in all different capacities and they were all so wonderful and always going above and beyond for us. Everyone was so kind and professional. Our questions were always answered so quickly, and they were always so accomodating with requests big and small, especially the last minute ones. All of the day of staff were incredible too, and the food was to die for. I can't say enough good things about our experience, and I hope to return as a wedding guest one day. Thank you for everything!

to days AFTER my wedding, everything was spot on. From Jill to Victoria and all servers at the wedding, I can't express enough how thankful I am that you made my day PERFECT. Everything was just so easy on me. The emails flowed without me waiting on answers and the line of communication was really important to me and they killed it. From the landscape to the lighting an even the temperature of the rooms, they made sure everything was what I wanted. The menu tasting was super special and so much fun. Chef even came in and made a totally different soup for us, talk about service. Victoria, the hotel wedding planner was AMAZING. She worked with my wedding planner and all my vendors on the wedding setup which was breathtaking. She stayed all night long and checked in personally with me throughout the entire night. I requested something, she made it happen. Jill, let me tell you, she is amazing too. She treated my mom and I with just grace a respect the entire time. She even reached out days after the wedding check in on me. She was professional and such a joy to work with. My wedding was the most magical night of my life, and I truly am so thankful I held it at the Marriott in Bur Ridge. Beautiful ballroom, beautiful rooms, beautiful outside for photos, just beautiful everything!! There isn't one thing I would ever change!! A million Thank Yous to everyone that played a part.

t the dinner rehearsal there as well. BEST idea ever! Let me start with the convenience factor. To all you MOGS (mother-of-grooms) deliberating on dinner rehearsal venues- trust me, having dinner just a 5-minute walk away is a complete game changer. Next- the space. We were initially interested in Marriott's outdoor patio due to its charming ambiance. Unfortunately, the weather was not our friend. Our event planners, however, displayed remarkable adaptability and seamlessly transitioned us to an indoor space with a beautiful view that ended up being the perfect fit for our group. The food was another highlight. I had a bit of insider knowledge on this one as I'd previously attended a work meeting here. We opted for the Mexican buffet at the rehearsal which, from the fajitas to the churros, did not disappoint! However, what truly set our entire experience apart was the consistent above and beyond efforts from the staff. Jill, Katrina, and the entire sales/event staff were insightful, patient, and intuitive to our specific needs. They didn't just orchestrate an event; they created a cherished memory. Thank you, Marriott!

The team was professional, accommodating to all of our requests, and everything was handled with class. Something we loved about the venue was their willingness to have the bar stay open late the evening of our wedding for a post party. Thank you for helping make our wedding weekend the best!

ria and Fabiola aka Faby were amazing as well. Victoria helped us come up with our signature drink and its name, the Fall Bubbly, and Faby was also our day of coordinator who constantly checked-in to make sure we were happy and if we needed anything. Both were very professional and friendly. The entire staff including our coordinators were helpful, always ready to answer any questions we had and truly cared about us and our big day, which is a must-have trait from a venue for any couple getting married. My guests can't stop raving about the food (we recommend the Halibut because its to die for), the elegant decor (our Fall theme wedding was elegantly complimented by the gold and brown interior decor), and the amazing bartenders. While rain from the night before prevented us from doing the first look under the big willow tree, their patio overlooking the pond and willow tree was the perfect alternative location. If you pick this location, you will have a ton of location options for photos, both inside and out. Another benefit we really enjoyed was having everything all on-site. The ceremony, cocktail, and reception were in the same general area/floor of the hotel which eased the minds of our guests with mobility issues. Thank you Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge for everything and for making our wedding day truly perfect.

he Marriott staff, who were amazing. Things we loved about the Burr Ridge Marriott: • One convenient – and beautiful - location. Easy to get to right off of I-55, we were able to have a beautiful outdoor ceremony under a willow tree on the property (more on that later), an indoor/outdoor cocktail hour on their awesome stone patio and the reception in the ballroom, and since it’s a hotel we didn’t need to arrange any transportation. • The food was excellent. We went with the grilled striploin, pecan crusted chicken, and an eggplant dish for our vegetarian option, but everything we tried during our tasting was incredible and would’ve been a good choice. One of the reasons we wanted a location in the suburbs rather than the city was that we didn’t want to have to worry about catering, and their kitchen did an amazing job. • Higher-end, but still affordable. We thought the Burr Ridge Marriott had the best outdoor area of anywhere we saw, at a price we could afford, and we also thought that the food and alcohol packages they offered were the best value for the money, like the 5 hour open bar. • Amazing, dedicated staff. Honestly, the best part of the Burr Ridge Marriott location was the way they took care of us from the moment we came to visit, especially Ella. They started going above and beyond for us at the very beginning. When we first saw the location, we thought it checked almost all our boxes, but were worried that the outdoor location on the patio might be a little narrow for our guests during the ceremony. Ella suggested that we have the ceremony elsewhere on the grounds, and found us a beautiful location under the willow tree to hold our ceremony – a location they’d considered, but never offered before. This is typical of the way we were treated throughout the planning and the wedding itself. The staff did so many wonderful things to make our day perfect, too many to list in a short review, so I’ll just say that you could tell they truly cared about how our day went and that made all the difference. We couldn’t be happier with how things turned out, and we didn’t even have a wedding planner. Things you might want to be aware of: • If you’re having an outdoor ceremony, you might want to order extra chairs. • The area under the willow tree does have a lot of goose poop. The Marriott cleaned it up before our ceremony so it wasn’t a problem for us. • We had the bridal party exit from the stairwell for the ceremony, which is the only way to get there through the building. The walk outside is short, but some guests found it confusing. I can’t recommend the Burr Ridge Marriott highly enough, and hope this review helps another couple have the wonderful experience we did. If possible I’ll update with pictures once we get them back from our photographer.

edding coordinator, Ella Sparks and the entire staff went above and beyond to make our special day truly unforgettable. From the meticulous planning to the seamless execution, every detail was flawlessly taken care of. Ella’s expertise and dedication ensured that everything ran smoothly, allowing us to relax and fully enjoy the moment. The entire staff was warm, friendly, and attentive, making our guests feel welcomed and cherished. The venue is beautiful, the food was so delicious, and the service was impeccable. Our heartfelt thanks to the entire team for turning our dream wedding into a reality. We highly recommend this hotel and its exceptional staff to anyone looking to create lasting memories on their big day!

tality ❤️ the food was absolutely divine, our friends and family are still talking about the fire grilled steaks, the quality of the beef, all perfectly cooked, the food was prepared like a work of art on the plate, it was so exquisite and the taste was out of this world, The hotel rooms are so nice and new, the beds feel like you are sleeping on a cloud!! Everything about the Marriott Burr Ridge is so exceptional. We truly had the wedding of our dreams, and you can too, if you are looking for a venue, give them a call, setup the meeting with Jill and Ella and they will take care of you and your family and your guests, choosing the Marriott Burr Ridge was thee single best decision we made and if I could do it all over again I would choose them again and again. Thank you again from the bottom of our hearts, Love, Leigh & Paul Kopec

thtaking. The service is spectacular. My guests said it was the best wedding food they have ever had. The bartender made amazing drinks and people rarely had to wait. Ella is so kind, organized, and answered all emails in a timely manner. She honestly became my fairy godmother through the whole process and became a part of our family. I am beyond happy with my experience. If you are looking for a wedding venue in the Chicagoland area, this is it. No need to look further. You won’t regret it!!!!

sy for us and were so accomodating from start to finish. They really made us feel heard and were so detail oriented. I knew we were in great hands and I didn't stress about a single thing! The food was OUTSTANDING. All of our guests still have been talking about it. The hotel itself was very well kept and updated which was nice! It made for some really great photo opportunities. Not to mention how beautiful the grounds are too. If you're looking to have a hotel wedding, I cannot recommend the Burr Ridge Marriott enough! They made all of our wedding dreams come true!

ageable and less intimidating! Ella made herself available any day at any time for any reason, big or small. My wedding is my favorite day and Ella and the staff made that happen!!

ng and provided great service. We worked specifically with catering sales manager, Ella Sparks. Ella was honestly a God sent. Both my wife and I live in Texas and have been since the beginning of our wedding planning process. Ella was so accommodating with schedules and communication when we weren't always able to be physically present for meetings and walkthroughs. She was quick to answer our questions and communicated exceptionally with our day of coordinator as well. Our wedding reception came out even better than we could have imagined. We can't thank Ella and the Marriott team enough for the amazing dinner set up, accommodation, and service.

out of her way to ensure we felt comfortable and excited for our big day! She went above and beyond in making us feel special and taken care of not only on our wedding day, but leading up to this as well. We are so glad we had the chance and meet with work with Ella at the Marriott!! :)

h the help of Ella, Jill, and their team. They made it so easy and stress free!! From catering and decor to the room block for guests, they provided all the resources we needed to make this event successful. Every single question and request was handled in a timely manner and with positive attitudes. They were such a joy to work with and I would highly recommend hosting your event with them!

, level of organization, and exceptional service! We are so grateful to have picked such an incredible venue and staff! All of the guests constantly told us how wonderful everything was. Thank you again!

dream wedding on January 8th with 300+ guests. However, COVID had other plans. Due to the significant uprise in COVID cases and guests who reached out cancelling due to COVID, we had made the decision about 2-3 weeks prior to the date to post-pone our wedding. I was devastated. However, the Marriott and all their wonderful staff did not let me down. They immediately helped with changing our date and postponing our large wedding to a few months later. Any questions/concerns/thoughts we had were always answered promptly and they were so accommodating and helpful from the very beginning. With that being said, here we are on May 23rd, the weekend after my fairy tale wedding. The venue is absolutely stunning, the food could not have been better, the staff is beyond kind, friendly, and helpful, and I honestly have not a single bad thing to say about this venue. Trust me when I say, you will want to be hosting your wedding or event at this location!

spacious, and offers flexible spacing for cocktail hour. Additionally, the hotel was lovely! We've had family who have come back to revisit and have chosen this hotel because they enjoyed their stay so much. The staff was helpful, kind, and prompt with service day of. Having good food was important to us and Marriott is NOT disappoint! The chief is amazing! Hor d'oeuvres, each entree, and late night snacks were DELISH! We didn't have any leftovers! I also cannot say enough wonderful things about the planners we worked with. Throughout the craziness of having to plan, and then reschedule our wedding multiple times (thanks, Covid) we were greeted with people who genuinely wanted us to have our big celebration. They were prompt and helpful with each question we asked. I would highly recommend the Marriott Burr Ridge for you to host your next event!

many Compliments on the food, chef was very easy to work with. 100% would have another event at the marriot!

tic. As someone who is in the wedding industry, I have seen many great venues and others not so great, and the Marriott tops the list. From the beginning of the planning process, everyone I worked with was extremely quick to respond, was proactive with the information they needed, and are just the nicest people. Both Ella and Jill knew how much I wanted to get married outside and unfortunately when the day came the weather didn't cooperate. They created a backup option that was better than the original and everything went flawlessly. My maid of honor saw my detailed timeline, and she said everything was going according to plan to the minute. As a very type-A person, it was hard for me to let go of some of the planning processes, but I am sure glad I did because Ella and the team did better than I could have imagined. Ella is the sweetest and is fantastic at her job. The food was great and portions were huge. Chef Daniel checked in with my husband and I multiple times throughout the night to ensure everything met our expectations. It was the best customer service from a venue I have ever seen. I will be recommending the Marriott to everyone I know moving forward.

ffortlessly assisted in making this day as perfect as we could have imagined it. Jill and Katrina were our team leaders and they were AWESOME! They were both so knowledgeable and insightful, helping us along every step of the way. There was never one circumstance that they were difficult to get a hold of. They went above and beyond to always be there for us with the fastest response times. They were quick on their feet, especially with some last minute changes and additions of guests last minute. They decorated our ballroom better than I could have imagined. As a bride, I knew I didn't have to worry because we were in the best hands. The Marriott had a beautiful, scenic patio overlooking a pond that was perfect for our cocktail hour. The ballroom is grand with plenty of space. In the same regard, they put together an amazing floor plan to make our 68 person wedding feel like a 150 person wedding. It didn't feel empty and we utilized all the space. They had a lounge bar that we enjoyed after the wedding. The hotel was recently renovated so everything was beautiful with a modern feel. All of the staff, including the serving staff (Captain Steve) and the bartenders were top notch. Rob and I were pulled away from dinner and Captain Steve sent our meals up to our room for us to enjoy later. The food was AMAZING! All of our guests commented on the size of the portions (huge) and how much they enjoyed it. The chef was excellent! They made our wedding day PERFECT in every way. I would recommend this venue for any sort of occasion, but especially for a wedding.

when selecting centerpieces. The room setup was absolutely gorgeous and I couldn’t have pictured it better in my head even if I had tried. The Marriott was the perfect venue for a wedding, I would recommend it as highly as I possibly can.

so accommodating, we ended up hosting our rehearsal dinner, booking a block of rooms, our reception and a Sunday brunch with them!! Everything was done with such thought and perfection. The service was outstanding while also following Covid-19 protocol. Our rehearsal dinner was so beautiful on the outdoor patio overlooking the pond. We were so happy at how the small reception turned out. The food was beyond excellent. So many of our guests commented that it was the best wedding food they ever had. Our celebration exceeded our expectations because of Chicago Marriott Burr Ridge. I highly recommend Chicago Marriott team and beautiful location for an amazing wedding event and more.

quests and were very welcoming to our guest. Definitely recommend having your wedding here!

ove and beyond at every single step. From answering answering my million emails during the 3 week planning process, to upgrading our table linens and hotel room, to making sure that we had a wedding cake! We were completely blown away by the thousand extra things they did to make sure that our wedding day was perfect and memorable. The food was fantastic- everyone agreed that it was the best wedding food they’d ever had. We cannot thank everyone enough for making our wedding day the best day of our lives.

s AMAZING! We didn't end up following through with the reception due to the pandemic, but they were really great at working with us to postpone, and then ultimately when we cancelled and got a full refund. Wish I was able to have my wedding here, but it just wasn't meant to be (thanks to the state of IL).

work with. The tasting was beautiful and the food delicious, better than I’d hoped for. They coordinated with our cake provider perfectly. Kelly helped so much on the day of, and gave some extra surprises that made the day that much more special. I think their greatest strength is on day-of service; everything was impeccable and I knew Kelly was 100% on top of everything, leaving me to enjoy the thrill of the day. We love the staff at the Burr Ridge Marriott, including Kelly and the whole wedding team! -Shea & David LaBarbera

ng a successful and memorable! They were very accommodative and went extra mile in all areas to help us out. I will recommend this place whole heartedly!!! Our guests were very happy and gave rave reviews about the place and services. Awesome job all around!!!

ry friendly, professional, and helpful. Kelly makes you a top priority and makes your day very special. I would recommend her and this venue to anyone.

making time for all my questions and follow-ups. This hotel was recently renovated, and so it was modern, comfortable, and felt new. The tasting was a lot of fun, and very elegant. The hotel will work well with your vendors as well. Even the cake is included in your package here! They didn’t play hardball on anything, and didn’t come up with additional charges once we were in the process. As I do many events for work, I know that is the exception to the rule in this industry. The Presidential Suite also comes with your package, and this was amazing for the day of. The fact that the shopping center is a block away is fabulous for guests who arrive early. We really were happy with the Marriott. Their rep, staff, servers, and housekeeping were really terrific. We will always have a soft spot for this hotel and the staff that made it a very efficient, fun, and memorable process.

by the waterfall, outdoor patio and more. It made for some beautiful photos! Kelly was our event coordinator and she was extremely helpful. Whenever we had a question her response was always very quick. The room just outside the ballroom is where we had our cocktail hour and it had plenty of space. The food was very delicious we had chicken, steak, and vegetarian. We had plenty of guests tell us how good the food was and how full they were after. My absolute favorite part was the service! From Kelly our coordinator, the wait staff, bartenders, busses, front desk, they all went above and beyond to make us and our guests feel welcomed, and was extremely responsive for any requests needed. We had the presidential suite which was absolutely gorgeous and spacious! There was plenty of space for myself, bridesmaids, moms, hair and makeup artists, and photographer all to have enough room to be functional getting ready day of. I highly recommend the Chicago Marriott Southwest in Burr Ridge for a wedding!

that the service and food were amazing. Kelly ensured that we could enjoy our wedding day and took care of every detail throughout the day. Everything was perfect- I even told Kelly I wanted to marry her at one point! They were amazing!

ifficult family tensions like a seasoned therapist and made smooth recommendations when my wife and I weren't sure how to proceed. If you're on the fence about the Chicago Marriott Southwest, know that Kelly will make your event everything you could have ever wished for.

and fell in love with the Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge. They offered a package that they felt would cover most of the food and services they were looking for. Little did they know just how wonderful their day would turn out when they booked the room? Kelly did an outstanding job of making sure every detail was covered. Her hard work, organizational skills and pleasant demeanor reduced our stress and enhanced our experience. She made sure everything (except for a few minor hiccups out of her control) was set up as agreed upon and her team made sure the event went flawlessly. The banquet team was wonderful. They went out of their way to make sure that all our guest’s need were met. The food was served quickly and hot, the portions were generous and the soup, salad, chicken and steak were delicious. The dishes were removed once the guest was finished and the water glasses were replenished. The sweet table was beautiful and delicious. It was kept up and replenished all night. In addition to the above, a couple of other things that really impressed me were that the staff did not remove the water glasses until the end of the night and they did not take my drink if I walked away from the table. At other venues it is very upsetting when they take away a full drink as soon as you walk away. Thank you for not doing that. At the end of the night the staff did a wonderful job of collecting all the items that were ours and storing them for us to pick up the next day. The only suggestion I would make is to allow the guests to take home their left overs. I had a number of guests tell me how disappointed they were that the food they couldn’t eat was going in the garbage. Over all though we received many compliments on how delicious the food was and the overall comment I received was “that was a wonderful venue for a wedding”. Thank you to the Marriott Events Team for an outstanding job.

Jill, and the entire Marriott staff were so friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating, and all of our guests raved about the food, the service, and the facilities.

ica became pregnant during my second year of planning and Jill took over her absence and Corrie helped Jill who also had wedding couples that needed her help. You would think that none of this was going to go well, but exactly the opposite happened. Everyone bent over backwards to go out of their way to make our day happen! I am truly indebted to the Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge, Illinois for their graciousness to all our guests and especially to my husband and I.

ted for our big day. She also went above and beyond with the attention to detail and thoughtfulness through the day (both her and her team). We would highly recommend Kelly to any couple looking to have the best wedding!