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The Knot Best of Weddings: Three Years Running

February 17th, 2023

Hotel Walloon Awarded ‘The Knot’ Best of Weddings 2023

Earning the Title for the Third Consecutive Year

17th Annual Best of Weddings Awards Honor the Top Wedding Professionals Across America

The Knot Best of Weddings 2023

Hotel Walloon is pleased to announce that our dedicated team and beautiful property have been selected as a 2023 ­­winner of The Knot Best of Weddings, an accolade representing the highest- and most-rated wedding professionals as reviewed by real couples on The Knot, a leading wedding planning authority and vendor marketplace. This is the third year Hotel Walloon has been named a winner of The Knot Best of Weddings awards.

In it’s seventeenth annual year of The Knot Best of Weddings, five percent of hundreds of thousands of local wedding professionals listed on The Knot received this distinguished award. This is the third year Hotel Walloon has been named a winner of The Knot Best of Weddings award.

 

What Our Couples Are Saying

“The absolute best place to get married! We did a hotel buyout for our wedding weekend using Walloon Lake Inn for our rehearsal dinner, the hotel patio for a welcome party, and The Talcott for our reception. The staff and customer service is 5-star and many of our guests said the service is the best they’ve ever experienced. I simply could not think of a better place to get married in Michigan,” says Daina H., 2022 Bride.

To determine the winners, The Knot analyzed its millions of user reviews across various vendor categories—including venues, musicians, florists, photographers, caterers and more—to find the highest rated vendors of the year. These winners represent the best of the best wedding professionals that engaged couples should consider booking for their own unique weddings.

 

What Makes Walloon Lake Unique

The Village of Walloon lake offers intimate and luxurious wedding locations that are unmatched.  The service that goes along with the entities is truly unparalleled.  There is no other location in Michigan that can provide the location, amenities, and service that Hotel Walloon offers.

“The Village is a truly unique experience for a once in a lifetime day. Our couples can create a wedding weekend getaway for their guests, and all on the crystal-clear shores of Walloon. We are so proud of our staff and delighted to be awarded with The Knot Best of Weddings 2022,” added Emily Jensen, Sales & Marketing Manager.

The Knot has inspired over 25 million couples to plan a wedding that’s uniquely theirs – from finding inspiration and local vendors to creating and managing all guest experiences. The Knot Best of Weddings award gives couples the confidence to book the best vendors to bring their wedding visions to life.

 

Best of Weddings: Walloon Venues

The Talcott

Select from five unique waterfront wedding venues on Walloon Lake. The Talcott, our largest venue, was previously a master’s boat building school and was newly renovated in 2016. This historic venue with high lattice wood ceilings acts a simple and elegant canvas to create a one-of-a-kind look and feel for your special day.

Hotel Walloon

Constructed in 2015, Hotel Walloon is the perfect destination venue for creating an exclusive wedding day experience. Treat your guests to a wedding weekend away and begin your new life together with unforgettable memories for you and your guests.

Village Green Park

Say your ‘I do’s’ at Village Green Park, a luscious green circle park located in the heart of Walloon Lake Village. hare your vows surrounded by loved ones as the sunsets over Walloon Lake at this premier outdoor lakeside ceremony and reception venue.

Walloon Lake Inn

Celebrate with an intimate affair at the historic Walloon Lake Inn. Set against the backdrop of Walloon Lake’s glistening waters, this historical venue, recently renovated in 2016, is coupled with enchanting chandeliers and a touch of vintage elegance.

 

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