Most Haunted Wedding Venues In The USA

Whether you're planning a spooky Halloween wedding or are just searching for an out-of-this-world spot to tie the knot, give your guests the thrill of a lifetime at one of these extraordinary venues.

The Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, CO

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Stephen King was inspired to write The Shining while staying in room 217. It's haunted by F.O. Stanley, the hotel’s original owner, and his wife, Flora — Mr. Stanley plays piano in the hotel’s music room, and his wife is often spotted in the billiards room and lobby.

The MacGregor Ballroom offers exquisite mountaintop views and rich wood décor for up to 200 guests. If you're looking for a more intimate affair, the Library Room is a cozy setting complete with a private veranda overlooking Lake Estes. For truly haunting nuptials, Stanley’s Music Room features gorgeous Palladian windows, breathtaking Rocky Mountain views, and a grand stage (stanleyhotel.com).

The Myrtles Plantation in St. Francisville, LA

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This 215-year-old Southern plantation is one of Time Magazine's Top 10 Most Haunted Places in the World. Legend has it that an enslaved woman named Chloe, who lost an ear for eavesdropping on her master, haunts the plantation. Chloe got revenge by poisoning her master's two daughters with a birthday cake — and they also haunt the grounds.

The Myrtles Plantation has both ceremony and reception facilities, along with a restaurant that offers wedding catering. Couples can wed in the Enchanted Courtyard or have a tent-style wedding on the plantation grounds (myrtlesplantation.com).

Don Vicente De Ybor Inn in Tampa, FL

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This former hospital was nicknamed “Hotel Hell” by the hosts of The Travel Channel’s Dead Files. Research conducted by the show found the building may have been the site of mafia activity and a deranged doctor who performed experiments on bodies he tried to bring back to life. The show’s medium sensed the spirit of a nurse and dozens of other apparitions.

Despite the frightening history, hundreds of couples have had dream weddings within the walls of this creepy hotel. The charming antique furniture and grand staircase are details that make this venue picture-perfect (donvicenteinn.com).

Lizzie Borden Bed & Breakfast in Fall River, MA

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Lizzie Borden, the infamous woman who brutally murdered her father and stepmother, lived here... and many think she and her family still do. Guests have reported seeing a woman's ghost and hearing crying, footsteps, and voices.

If you're brave enough, weddings for up to 20 guests can be hosted for about $1,500 (lizzie-borden.com).

Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington D.C.

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Since 1930, this hotel has hosted presidents, world leaders, and inaugural balls — and it’s no secret the Omni Shoreham is haunted. One of the presidential suites is even named “The Ghost Suite” because of its unexplained occurrences. The space used to be the apartment for former owner, Henry Doherty, and his family. While the Dohertys lived there, the family experienced three unexpected deaths — Mr. Doherty’s daughter, wife, and live-in housekeeper.

The Omni Shoreham boasts seven different ballrooms, including the 17,000 square-foot Regency Ballroom, all which make beautiful wedding venues (omnihotels.com).

The Eldridge Hotel in Lawrence, KS

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The hotel has a dramatic history dating back to the Civil War, when it was burnt to the ground — twice, along with the rest of the city the second time — by pro-slavery guerrilla troops. Colonel Eldridge rebuilt the hotel, and it now serves as a symbol of the Lawrence citizens’ fight for the rights of individuals everywhere. The Colonel is now thought to be haunting the hotel, protecting it from beyond the grave.

The hotel has reception spaces for both traditional and modern brides. The Crystal Ballroom is an elegant space with classic décor, and the Big 6 Room’s exposed brick and grand fireplace is ideal for a contemporary affair (eldridgehotel.com).

Hotel Del Coronado in Coronado, CA

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A gorgeous seaside venue built in 1888, the hotel is said to be haunted by the ghost of Kate Morgan, who was found dead on the beach stairs from a mysterious gunshot wound to her head. Drapes move, screens fall off the windows, and light can be seen coming from unoccupied rooms. Employees, workers, and guests have observed odd noises, spirited breezes, and a ghostly figure of a woman wearing a black lace dress.

Hotel del Coronado was named one of the top wedding destinations in America by the Travel Channel. From its breathtaking beachfront and majestic garden ceremonies to its grand ballroom receptions, this venue perfectly suits any bride’s needs (hoteldel.com).

The Queen Mary in Long Beach, CA

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The once-luxurious ocean liner is now a permanently docked hotel and California landmark. Ghosts of three travelers and two crewmen (one of whom was crushed in an automatic door) are said to haunt the ship.

Whether you and your groom want a traditional ceremony in the Royal Wedding Chapel or to say your vows on the bow at sunset, the Queen Mary is an amazing place to tie the knot. Wedding packages start at $59 per person and include a one-hour reception, beer and wine bar, and a three-course meal, in addition to many other amenities (queenmary.com).

The Carolina Inn in Chapel Hill, NC

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Constructed in 1913 by the Knights of Pythias, this regal venue has been home to everyone from orphans to soldiers. Today, it is not uncommon to hear male or female voices, bump into an unseen mass, hear doors shutting, or see boxes being moved when seemingly no one is there. Orbs have been detected in several areas of the building along with temperature changes, and many paranormal images have been caught on camera.

Despite all of the activity from the afterlife, weddings at the inn are lively occasions in intimate parlors, secluded courtyards, and grandiose ballrooms (carolinainn.com).

The Driskill Hotel in Austin, TX

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Colonel Driskill himself is said to wander through the original side of the hotel. His ghost is marked by the smell of cigar smoke and a fascination with bathroom lights. And in 1887, while the Texas Senate was in session, the daughter of a Senator fell to her death while chasing a ball down the grand staircase. Her death was the first at the hotel. Within a week, her spirit returned and can be seen running around and playing with her ball throughout the first floor lobby, the ladies' bathroom and the stairs leading to the mezzanine.

This popular wedding venue has stunning architecture both inside and out. The Driskill has a reputation for the most majestic rooms and dedicated staff in all of Texas (driskillhotel.com).