Oh, do I have a treat for you today, boys and girls. I know that I often put teasing photos on my posts of places that only exist in our QCA imagination, but today, we have a bona fide luxury hotel property to show off that 1) IS in the Quad Cities, and 2) IS available for QCA brides!
Today on the blog, we are introducing the newly renovated Hotel Blackhawk which is simply a dreamy slice of posh sitting right smack dab in the middle of downtown Davenport. Nestled right next to the River Center, the Hotel Blackhawk is in the neighborhood of places such as the Figge Art Museum, the Bucktown Center for the Arts, and the riverfront area.
I recently had the priviledge to pick the brain of Tim Heim, the Director of Marketing and Sales for the Hotel Blackhawk who filled me in on just how this delightful place is going to be a much needed luxury property that will suit the needs of so many brides and grooms. Check out all the juicy details in our interview below…
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JB: When a bride and groom decide to book their reception with the HB, who will they be working with (also the person they should contact if interested in booking or a tour)?
TH: For the time being, the couples can contact me directly. With the opening of several hotels and the execution of QCA bridal shows, I have had extensive direct experience in the QCA bridal market. As the Director of Sales and Marketing, I can say that the Black Hawk Hotel is positioned really well. Our staff understands the bridal market and we are offering high end services and amenities. Our goal is to create fairy tale weddings to our QC brides and grooms.
We are soon bringing on an event coordinator who will be a great addition to our team. This person has worked at luxury properties in major tier cities and is very familiar with high end services and amenities in the bridal market. Together, we have over fifteen years of bridal experience.
JB: It sounds like the staff of the HB knows their weddings! How does the HB property tie in to the “fairy tale wedding”?
TH: You should come down and take a look! The HB is truly going to be a luxury style boutique hotel with an old meets new type of feel: high end furnishings and amenities. Our sleeping rooms have a modern feel and our atmosphere is similar to high end hotels in larger markets. The Hotel Blackhawk will be a very unique property to the QC area.
JB: With not all weddings being the same, what size of weddings can the HB accommodate?
TH: We can accommodate any size of party! On the larger side, we can hold up to 300 people for a reception, and we even have space on site for the wedding ceremony. We have a built in stage for a dance floor and a mezzanine area as an overflow area for cocktails and hand passed hors d’oeuvres. If a couple is looking to have a smaller wedding or if they are looking for a smaller space for a rehearsal dinner or other gathering, we can do that too! We have the Club Davenport room up on the 11th floor that can hold up to 60 people, and we have other break out rooms as well! We even have an 8 lane bowling alley that can be used.
JB: A bowling alley? That is so unique! I could see that being a really fun place for a bachelorette party!
TH: Yes, or even if the couple wanted a place where children can go hang out during the wedding.
JB: Great idea! So many of our couples are looking for something different in their reception catering. What kind of banquet is the HB equipped to host?
TH: We do all of our catering in house here at the HB. We can do anything from a plated dinner, buffet, action stations, heavy hors d’oeuvres, cocktail receptions, brunches, gift openings, you name it! If a couple would like to know more about our menu, they can send me an email, and I will send info along to them.
JB: It sounds like you guys can do anything! Beyond food, what services are included in a reservation and what services can be added?
TH: We have all the tables and chairs that a couple would require, and all of the tables will be covered in linens. All the china and glassware are also included with their booking of the catering services. We also include the cake cutting service in most of our bridal packages. We also have some audio/visual equipment that the couples can rent.
JB: If there is a service that the HB doesn’t provide, for example a DJ, do you make recommendations for the couples?
TH: Definitely! I have worked extensively in the QCA bridal market over nearly a decade, and depending on what a bride and groom needs, I can definitely steer them in the right direction. We have established relationships with many local vendors and will even help the bride and groom by making contact with the vendors when the wedding approaches to ensure that all details of the day are covered.
JB: What about services beyond a wedding? What information should brides and grooms know about reserving a block of rooms for their guests?
TH: We like to make the wedding guests happy too! A block of rooms can be reserved for a Friday or Saturday as needed. All rooms include wireless internet, shuttle service to the QC airport, and access to the pool and fitness room. We have valet parking available as well as concierge service to help our guests feel at home in the QCA.
JB: Well it looks like you’ve got all angles covered! If brides and grooms are reading this and are interested in more information on booking, how far in advance can they contact you?
TH: The couples should call as early as they like to see which days we have open that can accommodate their needs. We have our official opening this December, and we have already booked several wedding and events all the way through 2012! We can also show brides and grooms some sample storyboards with swatches to help them visualize their wedding ideas. We are still developing our website, but couples can have direct access to our services by calling me at 563.639.9124 or by accessing our Facebook page where we continually add information, pictures, and updates!
JB: Well what can I say? The HB property is gorgeous, the service available is superb, and I’m definitely going to have to come down and try out that bowling alley!
TH: Please do! We are so pleased to be able to offer our QCA brides and grooms a high end luxury property that can accommodate any gathering with impeccable attention to details and service!
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Talking to Tim was such a delight, and I can tell you that whoever decides to book their event with the Hotel Blackhawk is going to find themselves in very capable and stylish hands. Give Tim a call or stop in to the Hotel Blackhawk after its grand opening in December. Remember that you can book today, and with a property this hot, the dates won’t stay open for long! Happy Planning! J
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