O.Henry Hotel Elopement Guide | Elegant Intimate Weddings in Greensboro, NC

Why O.Henry Hotel is the Perfect Venue for Your Elopement or Micro Wedding

For couples dreaming of an elevated, full-service elopement or micro wedding with a sweet dose of Southern charm, O.Henry Hotel in Greensboro, North Carolina, provides an idyllic setting. With its grand architecture, lush gardens, and attentive service, O.Henry Hotel transforms intimate weddings into unforgettable experiences.

O.Henry Hotel exudes a timeless appeal, offering a serene atmosphere that feels both luxurious and welcoming. The hotel’s dedication to gracious hospitality ensures that every detail of your elopement is handled with care and precision. It has excellent indoor and outdoor options so you don’t have to worry about a rainy wedding day plan.

What Makes O.Henry Hotel One of the Best Places to Elope in Greensboro?

Lavish suites that make your whole experience feel like a getaway

The Cloister Garden: a hidden gem for a private outdoor ceremony

Classic interiors with arched windows, cozy nooks, and luxurious textures that make for amazing photos

The Green Valley Grill and afternoon tea service — ideal for post-vow celebrations

Private Dining and Beautiful Ceremony Spaces at O.Henry Hotel for your Greensboro Elopement

The hotel features several versatile event spaces suitable for intimate gatherings:

Pavilion Room

This orangery-style room is bathed in natural light from windows on three sides, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for your celebration. Adjoining the Cloister Garden, the Pavilion Room allows for seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces, providing a picturesque backdrop for ceremonies and receptions. It can host up to 40 guests, offering a beautifully designed room with a garden vibe.

Cloister Garden

The Don Rives Cloister Garden offers a serene and intimate setting for elopements. Inspired by medieval and Renaissance cloister gardens, this peaceful oasis is surrounded by flowering trees and vines, creating a romantic atmosphere for exchanging vows. The garden features a central fountain and is adjacent to the hotel’s orangery-style Pavilion Room, allowing for seamless transitions between outdoor ceremonies and indoor receptions. The Cloister Garden is ideal for couples seeking a private and elegant celebration.

The Cloister Garden’s design provides a natural backdrop that requires minimal decoration, allowing the beauty of the surroundings to shine. Its proximity to the hotel’s Social Lobby and guest accommodations offers convenience for both the couple and their guests. Whether you’re planning a simple ceremony or a more elaborate event, the Cloister Garden at O.Henry Hotel provides a timeless and enchanting setting for your special day.surrounded by flowering trees and vines.

Palmer Room

The Palmer Room is an intimate and refined space ideal for elopements and small gatherings. Located on the hotel’s Terrace Level, this 350-square-foot room accommodates smaller groups, seating up to 16 guests. Its design draws inspiration from elegant boardrooms and features rich honeyed pine paneling, limestone floors, walnut tables, and leather Chippendale chairs, creating a warm and sophisticated atmosphere. The room is equipped with a 70-inch HD monitor, making it suitable for sharing a photo slideshow during your celebration.

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Learn more about the O.Henry Hotel Merchants and Manufacturers Room in Greensboro, NC

A unique space inspired by wine-tasting rooms, accommodating up to 12 guests. This would be the perfect place to host a bespoke dinner after your elopement at one of North Carolina’s beautiful vineyards. Raffaldini Vineyards and Round Peak Vineyards are each 1 hour and 15 minutes away. Stonefield Cellars Winery is only 25 minutes away in Stokesdale, and Gioia dell’Amore Cellars at Autumn Creek Vineyards is about 40 minutes away in Mayodan. Many of the vineyards do not have a restaurant on site, and the Merchants and Manufacturers Room is a perfect match if you are looking for a fine dining option for a small gathering of your closest friends and family after your vineyard elopement.

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Dining options

Adjacent to O.Henry Hotel, Green Valley Grill offers a menu inspired by old-world European culinary sensibilities and Mediterranean flavors. You can work with the wonderful event coordinator to create a custom dinner for your small gathering in one of the private event rooms or make reservations for your party in the restaurant if you prefer a public space. Signature dishes include:

• Parmesan Crusted Chicken, a long time favorite! lemon-garlic sauce,
  herb goat cheese, fried capers, mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetable.
• Wood-Fired rotisserie options and specials, including a marinated slow-roasted chicken and other specialty meats offered on a rotating schedule. Just ask!
• Menus that feature locally-grown foods that change with the seasons. Summer menus will feature local tomatoes and corn. In the fall when there is a chill in the air, you can look forward to more of the rustic flavors of Italy, Spain, Greece and France.

Signature Cocktails

The vibrant bar at Green Valley Grill features a selection of craft cocktails (new ones every 4-6 weeks), over 500 selections of wine, and a full range of bar options. Here are a few of the current featured cocktails:

• Lilac Breeze: Combines St-Germain Elderflower, Lunetta Prosecco, lavender syrup, and lemon.
• Singing with Passion: A mix of Tito’s Vodka, pomegranate juice, fresh lime, and passion fruit syrup.
• Strawberry Sparkler: Features Don Julio Reposado, strawberry rosemary shrub, lemon, and San Pellegrino Essenza.

Afternoon Tea and Jazz Evenings

Taking tea in O.Henry’s Social Lobby has become a Greensboro tradition. Savor house-made afternoon tea treats including traditional vanilla scones with seasonal curd. Savory bites include a cucumber & dill cream cheese sandwich, smoked salmon mini crumpet, ham, brie and fig croissant, chicken salad phyllo tart and spicy cheddar wafers along with a mini quiche.  Sweet treats include French vanilla macarons, seasonal delights such as mini tarts, cookies and Australian lamingtons. 

Guests can enjoy live jazz performances and cocktails every Thursday evening from 6-9pm and some select Saturdays, adding a touch of sophistication to their stay.

Accommodations and Amenities

The hotel offers 130 dreamy guest rooms, including 10 suites, each adorned with custom furnishings and original art. Order room service the day after your elopement and enjoy breakfast in bed. They even have a Romance Advisor to help make your stay super sexy and romantic, and they can curate a special elopement evening for you and your partner. How FUN is that!? I am definitely thinking me and my husband should check this out for a date night just so I can report back and let you all know what they have up their sleeves. I am intrigued! There are special rate for group room blocks, so be sure to ask about this if your guests will also be staying.

Planning Your Elopement

Whether you envision a garden ceremony followed by an elegant dinner or a cozy indoor celebratory brunch or dinner with close friends and family, O.Henry Hotel provides the perfect setting. With its array of event spaces, exceptional dining, and luxurious accommodations, your elopement will be a cherished and memorable experience.

Imagine This…

Your morning begins with quiet moments in your suite — coffee, croissants, and writing your vows with your partner. You go for a walk at the Tanger Family Bicentennial Gardens before you begin getting ready for your elopement in your suite and have your hair and makeup artist meet you. You meet in the Cloister Garden, surrounded by ivy and flowers, to have your first look before you say your vows in an intimate ceremony with a wonderful officiant. We capture artistic portraits and video around the hotel and in the golden evening light outside. You can smell the smokey flavors of the O. Henry rotisserie chicken from the parking lot. Then it’s delicious dinner, champagne, dessert and your first dance in a place that feels like a page from your favorite novel.

You can keep it simple or go all out — Golden Hour Elopements partners with the amazing staff at O.Henry Hotel to offer fully curated elopement packages that cover the details so you can focus on what brings you joy. Don’t worry about finding an officiant, photographer, flowers, cake, etc. We take the time to understand your vision and bring all the pieces together for you and work only with the best of the best experienced professionals who share our passion for helping our couples have a seamless, stress-free, elevated elopement experience. All you have to do is show up and enjoy!

What is there to do in Greensboro?

Greensboro, North Carolina is a vibrant city with a rich blend of culture, history, and Southern hospitality, making it a charming place to elope and stay awhile. As the third-largest city in North Carolina, Greensboro offers the perfect balance of urban convenience and laid-back charm. Known for its lush green spaces, thriving arts scene, and civil rights history, it’s a place where stories are honored and new memories are made. Couples can explore the Greensboro Botanical Gardens, catch a show at the Tanger Center, or stroll through the eclectic shops and restaurants of downtown. With a variety of locally loved restaurants, and plenty of hidden gems for beautiful photos, Greensboro offers an elevated yet approachable setting for a romantic and meaningful elopement experience. Here are some great ideas for what to do in Greensboro. If you are up for exploring a bit, check out a few of the hundreds of nearby NC vineyards with Uncorked Touring Company or hike to nearby waterfalls at Hanging Rock State Park.

Ready to Elope at O.Henry?

If you love timeless details, vintage romance, and European charm, you’re going to fall in love with O.Henry Hotel. This Greensboro favorite is known for its graceful architecture and warm Southern hospitality — and it’s one of the most romantic elopement venues in North Carolina. Eloping at O.Henry Hotel offers a blend of timeless elegance, personalized service, and romantic ambiance.

If a romantic, elegant elopement in Greensboro speaks to your heart, I’d love to help you plan your day at the O.Henry Hotel. From photography to florals and everything in between, I’ve got you covered. Let’s connect and start dreaming. We love working with O.Henry to help make your elopement or micro wedding something truly special and unique. My name is Jenny, and it is my passion helping couples plan out their elopements.

If you’re seeking a venue that captures the essence of classic romance, and you want amazing wedding photos without getting your dress dirty and a beautiful place for your guests to enjoy, O.Henry Hotel in Greensboro is the ideal choice for your intimate wedding celebration.