The Ritz-Carlton Charlotte is the city's only Forbes Five-Star hotel, a 146-room uptown landmark that sets the standard for luxury hospitality in the Carolinas. The Grand Ballroom, with crystal chandeliers, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a pre-function terrace overlooking the uptown skyline, accommodates seated receptions for up to 400 guests with white-glove Ritz-Carlton service. The award-winning RATES Bar, full-service restaurant, and spa ensure every moment of a wedding weekend is attended to with the brand's legendary care. The dedicated Catering and Events team brings decades of experience managing high-end Charlotte weddings, earning a reputation as the market's most meticulous planning resource. Steps from uptown's finest hotels, restaurants, and cultural venues.
Best seasons to marry here
Starts in 17h 5m
Sunset faces
West-facing terrace over uptown Charlotte
Capacity
Up to 400
Price
$$$$
Setting
Both
Airport
CLT · 10mi
Accessibility
ADA Accessible
Best for photos
Grand Ballroom crystal chandeliers, uptown skyline terrace, hotel lobby architecture, pre-…
Sunrise
10:29 AM
Solar Noon
5:20 PM
Sunset
12:10 AM
Amenities & Inclusions
Catering
In-house catering required
Bar / Alcohol
In-house full bar program
Music Curfew
Midnight
Rental Hours
8 hrs included
Vendors
Preferred vendor list
Rain Backup Plan
Fully indoor; multiple ballrooms and salons available
Hurricane Season Note
Fully indoor uptown venue; inland Charlotte location minimizes hurricane impact
Verify Before You Book
Confirm current Grand Ballroom capacity and preferred vendor list; pricing is top-tier — verify minimum spend requirements
Rob Craven
Lead Photographer · Prospect Photography
Sunset faces
West-facing terrace over uptown Charlotte
Shade coverage
N/A — primarily indoor; terrace exposed
Best shots & hidden gems
Grand Ballroom crystal chandeliers, uptown skyline terrace, hotel lobby architecture, pre-function spaces
201 E Trade St
Charlotte, Charlotte
Parking
Valet parking; nearby uptown decks
Nearest Airport
CLT · 10 mi
Guest Hotels
On-site 146-room hotel; Le Méridien Charlotte, Omni Charlotte Hotel within 2 blocks
