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HOTEL FUN FACTS & PIECES OF INTEREST
- The 400-year-old lobby fireplace was found in a chateau that was being torn down in the French Loire Valley, in France. each piece was numbered, chiseled apart, and flown here along with the workers, to reassemble it to maintain its authenticity. It was originally used as an outdoor fireplace for the workers and livestock to warm themselves by when coming up from the vineyards and fields.
- The Venetian Plaster was treatments in the Biblioteca and the Private Dining Room, as well as throughout the lobby, use a practice invented by specialized craftsman. This technique uses a minimum of 3 and up to 6 coats to create the glazing effect that you can see. The plaster finish originated in ancient Rome and has been used throughout the centuries to modern times. The term "Venetian plaster" derives from the use of this finish in the palaces of 15Th century Venice. Fortunately, achieving the effect of Venitian plaster is now much simple. Venetian plaster can be put on all flat surfaces, including ceilings.
- The Biblioteca has a wonderful old European book collection on the shelves. There are many Italian Renaissance sculptures throughout the hotel. Notice the copy of The Three Graces by Antonio Canova at the end of the main hallway near the elevator vestibule. One of the original is in the Musee de Louvre in Paris.
- The 3 large sculptures on the 2nd-floor veranda were so heavy when they arrived that they had to hire a helicopter with a crane to lower them into place, as no one could lift them. This delayed the hotel opening!
- Our Lobby piece is a late 17th-century tapestry depicting Louis XIV, as Caesar, triumphantly entering Rome. The 4 females surrounding him depict the 4 parts of the world- American, Europe, Asia, and Africa. It's woven in woods, silk,s, and metals, and many of them were stolen by looters in the day to melt them down for the gold spun into them. A collection of 4 from this series can be seen at the MET in New York City. The front desk had to be redesigned to accommodate the tapestry size when it was found and the hotel was still under construction.
- The Hotel is adorned with a collection of original Russian Impressionist fine art. Originally loaned to the hotel by a local gallery, the artist's family has since allowed the Ayres to purchase many of the pieces you can see in the main hallway off the lobby, and in the restaurant. All of the artwork throughout the hotel are original pieces.
- The door outside the Othello room (Private Dining Room) comes from central Europe-note the carvings, the gryphon and the intricate details.
- antiques from around the world are throughout-armoires, trunks, chairs and more.
- The fabric in the guestrooms are all imported. If you are in a room with sage, green and gold, these materials came from Belgium. the rust and gold fabrics came from Italy.
- The 4 olive trees in the courtyard represent Doug Ayres 4 children.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?
Yes
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?
$1,200
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?
$800
Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?
Yes
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?
$1,800
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?
$1,200
Which of the following are included in starting site fee?
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables
Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?
Dessert
Server(s)
What is the starting price per person for bar service?
$15
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine
What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?
20
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
3
Describe your venue:
Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Garden
Hotel
Restaurant
What kind of settings are available?
Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor
Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?
Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner
What event services do you offer?
Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Pet Friendly
Wifi
What catering services do you offer?
Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings
What bar services do you provide?
Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine
What event items are available?
Aisle Markers
Aisle Runners
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
What food and beverage items are available?
Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
What transportation and access is available?
Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access
What months are included in your peak season?
February
May
July
August
September
October
December
What months are included in your off-peak season?
January
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Polanco Banquets and Events at The Ayres Hotel frequently asked questions
Polanco Banquets and Events at The Ayres Hotel includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
- Chairs
- China
- Clean Up
- Glassware
- Linens
- Set Up
- Tables
Polanco Banquets and Events at The Ayres Hotel includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
- Dessert
- Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Polanco Banquets and Events at The Ayres Hotel includes:
- Bartender(s)
- House Beer
- House Wine
The space offered by Polanco Banquets and Events at The Ayres Hotel for wedding events is known for:
- Ballroom
- Banquet Hall
- Garden
- Hotel
- Restaurant
Polanco Banquets and Events at The Ayres Hotel offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
- Indoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
Polanco Banquets and Events at The Ayres Hotel offers the following types of wedding events:
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Bridal Shower
- Engagement Party
- Elopements
- Rehearsal Dinner
Polanco Banquets and Events at The Ayres Hotel offers the following services for wedding events:
- Accommodations
- Bar Services
- Catering Services
- Clean Up
- Event Planner
- Event Rentals
- Get Ready Rooms
- Liability Insurance
- Pet Friendly
- Wifi
Polanco Banquets and Events at The Ayres Hotel offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
- Aisle Markers
- Aisle Runners
- Audio Equipment
- Centerpieces
- Chairs
- Chair Covers
- Dance Floor
- Decor
- Furniture
- Lighting
- Tables