Asia was incredibly helpful and we loved the venue. She organised AC due to heatwave and so much more!
lack of lift for suppliers
Submitted 3 months ago
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Asia was incredibly helpful and we loved the venue. She organised AC due to heatwave and so much more!
lack of lift for suppliers
Submitted 3 months ago
It was the Viceroy and Regency suite actually because during our discussion Windsor got booked up and I wasnt told about it until it was too late. What I liked about V&R: Pretty ceilings, dimer lights (didnt work too well on the day tho), Tapestry. Balcony access. What I liked about Asia: Kind, answered my questions and concerns, she’s calm and gentle, she helped with last minute problems; such as the decorator forgetting to give a coffee table so she scavenged one for us and steamed the cloth on it. Bless her, that was so nice. She even provided a step stool when I mentioned the platform was too big. She let us keep the cake, sword and easel in her office. Dealt with vendors for some time as well. Worked with me on solutions to problems that I brought up. She did come around and check in when before the ceremony, talked to the vendors and sort stuff out. Offered me a drink while I was getting ready as well (wish I said yes!) and is overall a lovely person!
V&R: Wooden floors had gaps so you couldn’t wear stilettos which I was told after the booking process (money paid) while signing contract. The broken mirror is drilled in the wall so couldn’t be taken out. Bump in floor was difficult to manoeuvre while walking between the two rooms. Lights didnt go as dim as I’d hoped on the day. Partial use of kitchen is £500, full is £1000, most caterers require it so keep that in mind. ASIA: Several Miscommunications. Went on Christmas break at the most crucial time of planning. Didn’t understand a few things that I was saying. Said she’d be there like a personal assistant on the day and then was no where to be found for most of it. The stage was TOO TALL, and she never mentioned that I’d need a step to climb it, somehow I’m expected to do that with a wedding dress and heels. Real classy! I wish she took more initiative. The plinth she provided for the guest book was too high, so no one could even see it properly, let alone sign it. 95% of the she said she’d do, I had to do because deadlines didn’t wait for the festive period. She also said venue would provide linens, few days before the event, turns out they dont. I told her stage was for people to come up to take photos + the ceremony, there was barely enough room for that. The easel was not taken out on time, so the decorator (never using ezra again!!) stuck it to the mirror at the worst possible location, absolutely wasted the mirror and the welcome sign!) I wish that was overlooked by Asia since I was busy getting make up done. I only got access to her phone number towards the end, so it got quite difficult to get a hold of her during the crucial time. She promised a lot but didnt deliver much, which is why I’m disappointed. It wasn’t all bad, I’ve mentioned good things above, but it wasn’t all good either. She’s still a lovely person, but keep these things in mind.
Submitted 8 months ago
The venue is wonderful and made our event a million times better. Everyone is still talking about how beautiful it was weeks later! The support from the team was also great and Asia, the events manager, is amazing at supporting and providing everything needed. She made the whole process and set up a lot easier and smooth-going.
The only small thing was that we had a lot of trash after the event and they don't have bins or any assistance to take them out. So you either have to take 10 massive trash bags back home or pay per bag for the trash to be picked up, which wasn't a cost we had previously calculated or counted on.
Submitted 10 months ago
We had our wedding reception at the Columbia. From the moment we came to see the venue to the day itself, Asia supported us to make our vision a reality! She is professional, enthusiastic, responsive and creative, guided us with our planning to help us stay on track and communicated with all the vendors to ensure everything and everyone arrived on time and was as expected. The venue itself is absolutely gorgeous and ideal for around 100-120 guests, with spaces for everyone: those who want to dance, relax or be outdoors on warmer days. We had our reception in the Viceroy & Regency, dinner at the Windsor suite and dancing at the V&R, and definitely recommend hiring both rooms. The staff set up the rooms just as we expected and everything looked beautiful. We knew it was the perfect venue as soon as we saw it and the price point is very reasonable for the rooms, balcony, staff and location! Highly recommended. Thank you so much for a perfect day!
Nothing. It was perfect!!
Submitted 1 year ago
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The Columbia is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.
The Columbia is a family-run hotel in adjoining Victorian townhouses that preserves period architecture while retaining distinctive 1960s interior details.
Venue highlights: The hotel provides several private lounges and a wood-panelled bar that work well for private receptions and evening drinks. The venue operates in-house catering with an extensive vegan and vegetarian menu and can run promoted or ticketed events. The building has a lift to all floors and on-site accommodation for guests.
Best for: Private dinners, small receptions and overnight corporate stays.
Location: Lancaster Gate sits opposite Hyde Park. The park provides convenient outdoor space for event photography and short walks for guests after an event.
What guests say: The service is attentive and responsive during stays and group bookings. The bedrooms are consistently clean and furnished with comfortable beds, and front-facing rooms offer a surprisingly quiet stay.
No. The hotel does not allow events featuring partial or full nudity because it is a family-friendly hotel and its policy prohibits events of this nature.
Yes, the venue offers full dry hire, does not require set supplier lists or charge corkage fees, and also offers the option to hire the kitchen.
Yes. One of the on-site hotel bedrooms can be booked as a space to get ready in.
At The Columbia, the following catering options are available:
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The Columbia is located at 95-99 Lancaster Gate, in Bayswater, London. The nearest metro station is Lancaster Gate Station.
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