4.9
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Holds ceremonies and receptions
The Hyatt was our dream reception venue, it is classy, beautiful and worth it in so many ways. Everyone on site day of made the wedding SEAMLESS, we had no issue. Katie & Olivia were absolutely incredible to work with as on site coordinators, they answered whatever questions we had, explained everything over, answered quickly, and made the process so easy. No complaints about the Hyatt and their team. The rooms are beautiful, the staff is kind & even on a weekend with 4 weddings they make each individual couple feel special
Zachary B.
5.0
The Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay was the perfect venue for our wedding! Katie was THE BEST on-site coordinator and was very accommodating to our requests. She was very quick to answer emails and guide us through the process. We were planning the wedding from out of state so helped us out by sending pictures and allowing us to come stop by when we were in town/bring our decor in a little early. Having the venue at the hotel was so easy to set up the room block and add our welcome party and rehearsal dinner at Oystercatchers/Oystercatchers pool. Also my getting ready suite was included in the package. There were no hidden or unexpected hidden costs for the entire weekend.
We fell in love with our venue room the second we saw it. The Skylark ballroom on the 14th floor has indoor/outdoor options, has AMAZING views of Tampa Bay and the water, downtown Tampa, and planes flying in from the Airport. All of the serving staff and bartenders were on the ball and attentive. The food was great and the passed horderves and espresso martinis were a hit!
The balcony/rooftop with Skylark can have a bar and tables outside and this was really a hit with all of our guests as we had beautiful weather.
They are very familiar with having weddings here so the team worked seamlessly with my month of coordinator and other vendors. There are also ample rooms and spaces if needed for weather backup options.
Being able to take the elevator up to the room at the end of the night and not have to worry about coordinating transportation was definitely a plus. We had all of our guests join us for a pool day on Sunday. Its a quiet location tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the city. It truly was a perfect weekend and venue!
Casey B.
5.0
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Whether you dream of an intimate reception with panoramic views, a casual luncheon or an elaborate banquet in our ballroom with crystal chandeliers, you’ll find exactly what you are looking for at Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay. Our 35 acre waterfront hotel gives you an array of settings including a beach, an outdoor deck, a ballroom and our newest venue Skylark with stunning views and an outdoor terrace.
Please see our special Honeymoon offer: https://meetings.hyatt.com/en/event-offers/wedding-honeymoon.html
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Ballroom
Beach
Waterfront
Hotel
Restaurant
Rooftop
Tented
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Cupcakes
Other Desserts
Food & Catering
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Katie, Abi, Olivia and Taylor
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Katie, Abi, Olivia and Taylor all have years of experience planning and executing events. The team loves to collaborate and create unforgettable experiences for you and your guests. They cannot wait to help make your event GRAND!
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Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay features an elegant Skylark ballroom with bay views, a rooftop balcony, and convenient hotel rooms for out‑of‑town guests. Staff and on‑site coordinators were praised as responsive, flexible, and made events run seamlessly—even after cancellations or storms. Food, bar service, and overall execution were excellent, earning strong recommendations.Review photos
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Sary K
4.0
Very nice place to have your event and you can have very nice photo for Bride and groom since it is by the Gulf , it is clean and the staff is very cooperative, the only thing I di...
d not give it 5 stars that we had issues with food at men side sine we had separate ballrooms formen and women , at women side everything was perfect but at men side they misinterpreted the food code and they did not solve the problem at the same time , they promised to composate , but nothing showed at my account till now , still waiting . But I still recommend it for your event .
Zachary B
5.0
The Hyatt was our dream reception venue, it is classy, beautiful and worth it in so many ways. Everyone on site day of made the wedding SEAMLESS, we had no issue. Katie & Olivia we...
re absolutely incredible to work with as on site coordinators, they answered whatever questions we had, explained everything over, answered quickly, and made the process so easy. No complaints about the Hyatt and their team. The rooms are beautiful, the staff is kind & even on a weekend with 4 weddings they make each individual couple feel special
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Casey B
5.0
The Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay was the perfect venue for our wedding! Katie was THE BEST on-site coordinator and was very accommodating to our requests. She was very quick to answer ema...
ils and guide us through the process. We were planning the wedding from out of state so helped us out by sending pictures and allowing us to come stop by when we were in town/bring our decor in a little early. Having the venue at the hotel was so easy to set up the room block and add our welcome party and rehearsal dinner at Oystercatchers/Oystercatchers pool. Also my getting ready suite was included in the package. There were no hidden or unexpected hidden costs for the entire weekend.
We fell in love with our venue room the second we saw it. The Skylark ballroom on the 14th floor has indoor/outdoor options, has AMAZING views of Tampa Bay and the water, downtown Tampa, and planes flying in from the Airport. All of the serving staff and bartenders were on the ball and attentive. The food was great and the passed horderves and espresso martinis were a hit!
The balcony/rooftop with Skylark can have a bar and tables outside and this was really a hit with all of our guests as we had beautiful weather.
They are very familiar with having weddings here so the team worked seamlessly with my month of coordinator and other vendors. There are also ample rooms and spaces if needed for weather backup options.
Being able to take the elevator up to the room at the end of the night and not have to worry about coordinating transportation was definitely a plus. We had all of our guests join us for a pool day on Sunday. Its a quiet location tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the city. It truly was a perfect weekend and venue!
Tulsi P
5.0
We visited 27 venues in 5 days across Florida - this was the first one we saw and it was love at first sight. That is, 26 other venues did not compare for what Grand Hyatt Tampa Ba...
y could offer in terms of quality AND value. Katie is incredible - she's the nicest, most understanding salesperson ever. She was a true rock during our entire planning process. She responds very quickly, is super available, and gets things done. She helped us find creative ways to stay within our budget as well and delivered over the top during our wedding weekend! We had a multi day, multi event blended faith wedding and she and the Grand Hyatt team delivered above and beyond. Hotel is excellent for out of town guests and right next to the airport and beach. Rooms were the cleanest and nicest of all the venues we visited. 10/10 HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Louis B
5.0
Originally was supposed to have my wedding reception at the rusty pelican, which fell through 12 weeks before my wedding. That ended up being a blessing because the Grand Hyatt too...
k over and made our wedding an absolute dream, Katie went above and beyond in accommodating every need. I can not recommend them enough!
Terry A
5.0
I would love to thank Katie Gonzalez for her amazing support and help in our wedding.
Honestly we had a great wedding and the whole staff was sooo nice and helpful , I really appre...
ciate each one of the team who made our night.
Andrea C
5.0
We cannot thank The staff at The Grand Hyatt enough for making our wedding day absolutely perfect. After Hurricane Milton devastated our original venue just two months before our b...
ig day, we were in a panic trying to find a replacement. From the moment we contacted The Grand Hyatt, the staff was incredibly accommodating and reassuring, making the entire process seamless.
The team went above and beyond to make us feel special. Every staff member we interacted with had a smile on their face and maintained a level of professionalism that was truly impressive. I am gluten free and they did everything to make sure I had delicious things to eat. Guests drinks were filled and empty plates were collected within minutes. I really have never seen a better group of staff work a wedding. People couldn’t stop complimenting the service, especially the bartender who remembered guests drinks and even surprised people with drinks they hadn’t had! They handled every detail with care, ensuring that everything went off without a hitch.
We got married on the 14th floor in the Skylark ballroom. The space itself was stunning—elegant, spacious, gorgeous bay views and thoughtfully designed, providing the perfect backdrop for both our ceremony and reception. Our guests couldn’t stop raving about how beautiful everything was and how smoothly the day unfolded.
Thanks to Taylor Blankenship, the event coordinator at The Grand Hyatt, what started as a stressful situation turned into the wedding of our dreams. We are forever grateful for their flexibility, kindness, and exceptional service. They accommodated every request we had. If you’re looking for a wedding venue that truly cares, book this venue, you will not be disappointed!
Olivia B
5.0
My wedding at The Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay was absolute perfection. I originally had my wedding on Clearwater Beach, but unfortunately a hurricane hit the week before and the venue wa...
s not usable. My coordinator, Lizzie, quickly worked to rebook our wedding and we landed at The Grand Hyatt.. and it was nothing less than perfect.
We worked with Katie and her team. From the moment we booked, she reached out and picked up right where Lizzie and I left off as far as planning, details, and scheduling time for us to view the space. She went above and beyond my expectations. The food was amazing, the space facing the bay was stunning, and every detail of my timeline and decor was executed perfectly. She cared about every detail and was there the whole night of my wedding.
The entire staff was welcoming and friendly and all our needs were anticipated and exceeded. My guests had a great time and I would do it all again! Thank you to Lizzie, Katie, and the Hyatt team for the most perfect day!
Alex S
5.0
Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay was our dream spot for our wedding!! My husband and I, along with our families and friends are all from out of town, which made our wedding a whole weekend ev...
ent! The staff at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay was the absolute best!! Tamara and Colin from the front desk went above and beyond for us the entire time we were there. Along with the amazing bellman who helped us move spaces and all our decor several times!! The catering mangers and the bar tenders were excellent and all our guest raved about the food and drinks! Would highly recommend for any wedding!
Gabriella M
5.0
My daughter had her wedding reception at the Hyatt. It was one of the best decisions we made for her wedding.
Many of our guests traveled from out of state and were very impres...
sed with the property. The location was very convenient for the airport and nightlife. The resort itself provided a wonderful Florida experience, showcasing the water & sunsets. Everyone enjoyed the pools and outdoor amenities.
The reception was wow … wow … wow!! Caitlin, our Event Manger, was fantastic to work with from our initial meeting until the last guest left. She made the process very easy. She was very attentive, communicated well, was very knowledgeable, and pleasant to work with. Caitlin and her team worked hard to make sure that every vision my daughter had was obtainable. Caitlin had a good chemistry with our planner which made the entire event run seamlessly.
The food served during the cocktail hour and dinner was great, all our guests complimented it because it did not taste like “wedding food” but more restaurant quality (thank you Chef). The portions were good, no one was left hungry.
Thank you Caitlin and crew
Zoe R
5.0
The Grand Hyatt was absolutely amazing. From the moment we met with Caitlin we knew that’s where we were going to have the wedding . We had our daughters wedding at the Grand Hyat...
t and even though we were in the midst of a pandemic the Hyatt made sure that nothing was going to ruin her special day. They made our daughters special day far better than we could have ever imagined we couldn’t have asked for a better experience.. Everything was perfect. From beginning to end they worked with us and made sure that we were happy with every selection. The staff, the tasting and the food at the wedding were amazing. We still get compliments on how good everything tasted, how pretty the food was displayed. It was an absolute amazing experience. If your on the fence and looking elsewhere DON’T I promise you the Grand Hyatt won’t let you down. First class all the way!!!!
Response from Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
Zoe thank you so much for this kind message!! We loved working with you and you and your e...
ntire family is the absolute BEST!! I'm so glad you enjoyed the food, and working with everyone here. Let's do it again soon? =)
-The Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay Team (Caitlin)
Stephanie D
5.0
I had my three day Indian Catholic/Pakistani Muslim fusion wedding at the Hyatt. I would do it again in a heartbeat. The venue itself is spacious and pretty. It is easy to access f...
rom the airport, with a free shuttle for out of town guests. They allow outside catering. The wedding coordinator Caitlin was responsive, organized, flexible, and very pleasant to work with. They went above and beyond in their level of service, whether it was instructing their team to practice the specific napkin fold I wanted at the reception, to modifying their brunch package to include turkey sausage instead of pork. Everything went super smoothly on the weekend of because of their experience and professionalism. There were certain things about the price which I wished were different, such as each soda we served costing $6, or parking in the garage having a daily/overnight charge. However, with large luxurious venues, such things are probably to be expected. I would highly recommend purchasing a Sunday brunch package as a nice way for guests to unwind from the wedding weekend festivities and say goodbye, as brunch is hosted at Armani's and the view of the bay is spectacular. Another perk of having my wedding here was getting four free nights at any Hyatt in the world to use for my honeymoon!
Jaclyn M
5.0
The Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay was the perfect place for our intimate wedding ceremony. We were treated so well and everything was perfect. The grounds are amazing for the best photo op...
ps and the staff did everything they could to make the day an unforgettable memory. The Gazebo was the best location for a small ceremony overlooking the bay. Cailtin was amazing and helped us every step of the way! We highly recommend having your special event here and cant wait to come back!
Kimber L
5.0
The Grand Hyatt hosted the wedding of our dreams. Their entire staff was welcoming and accommodating to all guests. Amy Otte, the wedding planner of the Hyatt, was amazing and went...
above and beyond to make sure our wedding was everything we wanted and dreamed of. She was amazing! The food was unique and one of a kind and everyone commented how delicious it was! We highly highly recommend this resort for any wedding or event!
Vanna R
5.0
We can not say enough good things about this venue and the team. Our guest and ourselves could not stop talking about how beautiful everything turned out. From the ceremony on the ...
roof top of Armanis, the reception in Armanis restaurants, and our stay in the casita suite. Amy Otte is amazing! She made our stress level almost non existent. Amy helped us plan and put together a flawless wedding! Every penny was worth it. I can not imagine having had our wedding anywhere else!
Anonymous
5.0
The most beautiful property in the heart of Tampa. It was a beautiful setting for a most unforgettable day. The nicest hotel in Tampa that sits on top of the bay. Huge property, ex...
pert staff, happy times. I don't think you could do better in the area. I highly recommend it.
Jillian S
5.0
I just had our wedding at the Grand Hyatt on 11/15/15, and the best way to sum it up, everything I had envisioned for the past year and a half came to life. I originally had anothe...
r coordinator I had been working with for a while, but she ended up taking a new position almost in the middle of the year, I did not meet Kristi Cowling until July of this year. With the short time of knowing her, and filling her in on everything the other coordinator knew, she pulled off one of the most beautiful nights I have ever witnessed. Thank you Kristi for dealing with my millions of questions and little details! The entire staff did above and beyond of what they were asked to do! All of our guests have continued to tell us how amazing the food was and what a great time they all had. The views are spectacular, you can't beat this place!
Response from Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
Thank you so much for the wonderful comments! I love working with you and your family!! I...
'm so glad you were so pleased with everything!! It was such a beautiful night!!
-Kristi
Sarah S
4.0
Our guests and ourselves all loved the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay to host our block of rooms for our wedding. The hotel and grounds are beautiful. I wish that the bellmen were a little ...
more flexible with our hired shuttle service. Everything else was great and the value of the hotel is definitely worth booking here.
Kristy R
5.0
We had our wedding there this past weekend and it was simply amazing. The staff, Kristi Crowing, and hotel were out of this world. Thank you for making our day so special.
Melissa G
5.0
I had my wedding at the Grand Hyatt November 9, 2014. It was perfect! The ceremony was on the Oyster Catch Deck and the reception was in Armani's Restaurant, both are very picture...
sque. The coordinator for the hotel, Marianna, was wonderful to work with. She is very organized and helped keep me on schedule as well. The tasting held for our menu was very professional and reassured us our food would be perfect for the wedding. Marianna also helped coordinate a rehersal and was onsite the day of the wedding to ensure all the vendors and wedding party knew where to go and what time. Basically if you book at the Hyatt you do not need a wedding coordinator!! Armani's was great alternative to a ballroom, it provides bay views and downtown skyline of Tampa. There is a great patio area guest can float in between there and the restaurant. The only downside is only available on Sundays. All of our guests truely enjoyed their stay at the hotel as well, just make sure to reserve enough rooms because the hotel sold out quickly and some of my guests had to stay at nearby hotels. If I had to start all over and replan a wedding I would select the Grand Hyatt no questions asked!
JoAnn T
5.0
Mariana was absolutely amazing to work with! The entire experience at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay more than exceeded my expectations. Not only is the property an absolutely beautif...
ul venue for a wedding reception, but the service was exceptional. The food and drinks were amazing, the rooms were excellent and the guests were so happy with the service the entire weekend. The staff treated us so well the entire weekend, not just the night of the wedding reception. They went above and beyond at this venue. We highly recommend this hotel for any similar events and can't wait to return to the hotel.
Alyssa M
5.0
We just had our wedding at this venue on August 2. We worked with Mariana Miranda, who was amazing! She was incredibly attentive, helpful, and always had a smile on her face. She g...
enuinely cared about our wedding day and wanted me to have my vision of the day. She went out of her way to make sure that we were completely satisfied. All of the staff was helpful as well. The venue was gorgeous and the food was actually the best wedding/banquet food I've had! I had many guests rave about the venue and even one guest say they wanted to host their anniversary party there. I highly recommend this venue. Thanks for making it the day of my dreams!
Heidi F
4.0
We stayed in a Casita and it was quiet, romantic, and tranquil. It was a great way to start our Honeymoon. Would recommend it. Room service wasn't as good as I wanted it to be but ...
still better then leaving the room:)
Brigitte B
5.0
I got married on the terrace of Armani's on the 14th floor of the grand Hyatt. It was absolutely GORGEOUS!! We made all plans through their catering manager, Marianna, and she was...
so sweet and so helpful and super accommodating! My guests said their hotel experience was wonderful and that the staff was so nice. Wouldn't change a thing!
Kathleen M
5.0
We chose to have our wedding at Armani's restaurant on the top floor of the Grand Hyatt. There are some limitations to this as opposed to the normal ballroom style room; Armani's i...
t only available for use on Sundays because the restaurant is open the rest of the week. And there's only space for about 100 guests max.
That being said it was like a dream. We had our ceremony on the newly revamped balcony, then guests spent cocktail hour in the bar/lounge area and dinner was served in the main dining area. The raised middle portion of the restaurant was converted into a dance floor. We added minimal decorations because the restaurant itself is already beautifully and elegantly decorated, not to mention the view of the sunset over the bay from the 14th floor is breath taking.
The staff and service were excellent. Our coordinator Mariana was so sweet and just extremely good at what she does. She made organizing everything seem effortless. When we went to taste our menu the chef came out to tell us about every dish and how it was prepared like we were on an episode of Top Chef (and the food was SO GOOD). And one of the servers who helped us at the tasting was so nice we joked that she should work the wedding too. I was so happy when she not only actually came to work at the wedding but looked after me and my bridal party specifically and seemed really happy to be there.
We had looked at a lot of other venues and this was the best value to us for the quality and completeness of service for the cost.
Kathia R
5.0
It was a beautiful day at the Grand Hyatt of Tampa Bay. The staff and service there was truely amazing.
Barbie T
3.0
The location of the Grand Hyatt is gorgeous!
The food was EXCEPTIONAL ! The ballroom is so beautiful !
However, the staff forgot my champagne toast. Which was a huge disappoin...
tment.
They were also slow to respond to emails and requests.
My cake was through the Hyatt and was also incorrect.
Lauren O
5.0
Mariana, the wedding coordinator, is fabulous. She mad sure everything ran smoothly on my wedding day and even spent all morning setting up my decor and centerpieces for me! The wa...
it staff during dinner was very courteous and polite. The same staff who also did the rehearsal were very helpful and attentive to all of our guests needs. We had a kosher wedding and the food was delicious! We recieved so many compliments! We had the ceremony outside on the Oystercatchers deck and it made for beautiful scenery and AMAZING pictures. Honestly, the gorgeous views and pictures we got from the dock, nature walk and gazebo are priceless. Our pictures are beautiful.
Ashley R
5.0
I had my wedding here and it was beautiful. Alexis the coordinator is great and so helpful. They were completely willing to work with our budget and easily made any changes we need...
ed. They are very concerned with making sure everything is the way you want. The service and food is outstanding and we got so many compliments. This is a 4 diamond hotel and it shows.
Anjuli A
5.0
The staff at The Grand Hyatt did a superb job with handling all our wedding needs and wants. Alexis, along with the serving staff, in catering was fantastic at her job and made sur...
e every detail was looked after. The venue is beautiful and slightly secluded from the other hotels while still getting the "off the water" effect. I highly recommend this venue to others.
Melissa P
5.0
Even though we only spent a little more than the minimum for the event room, we experienced the best customer service! We had a lot of people coming from out of town, and it was ve...
ry convienent staying there. They treated the entire bridal party like celebrities the whole weekend. The only bad thing about the rooms is that a standard room has no refrigerator. We did our ceremony on the waterfront by Oystercatchers and it was beautiful. We did the reception inside in one of the ballrooms. They have a shuttle service that can drive everyone back and forth. Everyone LOVED the food too. There tons of places on the grounds to take beautiful wedding pictures. Alexis, their events coordinator, is a delight to work with. Everyone at the reception was talking about how great the wait staff was. We had an amazing day, and I am so glad we chose the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay as our wedding site!!
Sarah S
5.0
Everything about the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay was incredible. The wedding coordinator was amazing and the service was beyond impeccable. I will ALWAYS recommend this location to ANYON...
E!
Gloria B
5.0
The Grand Hyatt was so incredible, from the scenery and spectacular views, to the food and impeccable service.
AMANDA W
5.0
The catering manager and staff were amazing and extremely helpful and attentive very willing to go above and beyond to please (special dinner options for just bride & groom ...
someone was there to help me fix my dress and place a napkin on my lap each time I stood up and sat back down) Food was delicious... overall beautiful hotel
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