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If you’re planning a wedding and expecting out-of-town guests, you’ve probably heard of “wedding room blocks.” But do wedding room blocks save guests money? The short answer is yes! When done right, they absolutely can.
Here’s everything you need to know.
What is a Wedding Room Block?
A wedding room block is a group of hotel rooms reserved in advance for your wedding guests. Hotels typically set aside a specific number of rooms at a negotiated rate, which your guests can book under your name or a custom booking link.
Types of Wedding Room Blocks:
There are two main types:
- Courtesy Block: These blocks have no financial commitment from you. Rooms are held until a cut-off date, then released, if they were not booked by your guests.
- Guaranteed (or Contracted) Block: In this case, you would sign an agreement with the hotel that you will fill a minimum number of rooms. If you do not fill the rooms, you may have to pay for those unused rooms (aka attrition fees).
Do Wedding Room Blocks Save Guests Money?
Yes, wedding room blocks can save you and your guests money. This is typically done through a discounted hotel room rate. Hotels often offer a lower price for blocks than their standard daily rate. This can be specially helpful during peak travel seasons. Guests avoid price spikes and booking stress, knowing they’re getting a locked-in rate.
But it’s worth mentioning not every hotel offers a discounted rate, so it’s best to have a service like Where Will They Stay, who can research your options and negotiate rates on your behalf (for free!).
More Benefits of Wedding Room Blocks
- Convenience: Room blocks keep guests in one place, close to your venue.
- Perks: Some hotels offer extras like a free suite or welcome bags.
- Planning Made Easier: A centralized hotel block makes it easier to coordinate logistics, such as transportation.
Booking a room block early—ideally 6 to 9 months in advance—helps ensure availability and better rates. Use a room block service (like ours!) to navigate contracts and negotiations with ease.
Still wondering do wedding room blocks save guests money? They do—and they also create a better experience for everyone attending your big day.
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