The Astorian — Attraction in Houston

Title: A Stellar Experience at The Astorian

I recently had the pleasure of attending an event at The Astorian, a breathtaking venue nestled in the heart of Houston’s Heights area. To say that I was impressed would be a significant understatement. The Astorian surpassed my expectations in every conceivable way, from its prime location to its modern construction, immaculate decor, and world-class staff.

First and foremost, the location is absolutely phenomenal. Strategically positioned in a landmark building recognized by The Houston Historical Society, The Astorian manages to combine the rich history and vibrant culture of Houston with a modern, industrial-chic aesthetic. Its convenience can't be overstated; being in the Heights offers easy accessibility from any part of the city. The stunning views of downtown Houston from The Astorian's floor-to-ceiling windows are genuinely awe-inspiring, making the location alone a noteworthy aspect of this venue.

The building itself is a marvel of modern construction, a grand 14,000 square foot loft space that oozes class and sophistication. The design, inspired by New York City’s revered Grand Central Station, is a captivating blend of 1920s glamour and Art Deco design. The multi-level facility with 14-foot ceilings, a gourmet kitchen, and a bar is nothing short of spectacular. The mix of wood paneling and soft lighting with modern elements like stained concrete floors, rusted steel, brushed aluminum, brass, and copper detailing is both innovative and tastefully done. It's evident that every aspect of the design, from the vast, open spaces to the minute details, has been meticulously crafted by Andria Design to create an immersive, visually stunning experience.

The decor is equally impressive, seamlessly blending elegance and sophistication with a distinct, contemporary flair. The attention to detail is simply immaculate, and the ambience created by the mix of warm wood and modern metals is nothing short of enchanting. The use of state-of-the-art technology and multi-functional fixtures further adds to the venue's flexibility and charm, allowing for various configurations to tailor the space to any event's exact specifications.

However, it's not just the physical attributes that make The Astorian a cut above the rest. The staff, the true heart and soul of the venue, are of top-tier quality. From the moment I entered until the moment I left, I was treated with the utmost respect, professionalism, and warmth. Each staff member went above and beyond to ensure a seamless, enjoyable experience, displaying a level of attentiveness and dedication that was genuinely...

Our experience at The Astorian was nothing short of phenomenal; from our venue tour to the wedding night, our jaws never left the floor.

First and foremost, the beauty of The Astorian speaks for itself. As soon as we stepped off the third-floor elevator we knew we simply couldn’t, and wouldn’t, be married anywhere else. The bar is set far too high!! We joked that we wouldn’t even need flowers or décor; the empty venue was more beautiful than any décor-filled event space we’d ever stepped foot in. We were tired of touring white barns and faux-luxury, open-concept spaces. We wanted to be married somewhere with a timeless and sophisticated, yet sultry vibe. The Astorian truly nails this understated elegance. We had so many guests tell us that the entire evening felt like, “effortless luxury." However, what was so incredible to us, is that despite the grandness of The Astorian, the vastness of the space, and 175 guests being present, we still felt like every aspect of our wedding (ceremony, dinner, and dancing) was unbelievably intimate. The staff shepherds it, the floorplan encourages it, and the speakeasy atmosphere demands intimacy.

But most noteworthy, our Sales & Events Manager, Courtney McCormack, was single-handedly the best vendor we worked with throughout our entire wedding season. Her value was immeasurable. She consistently went above and beyond, made a point to build a relationship with us, always reassured and reaffirmed us, and was wildly patient with our hundreds of questions. Communication with The Astorian was easy and accessible; we never waited more than 24 hours for an email response, no matter the question or request. Their prioritization of the guest experience is evident, and nearly tangible. As first-time wedding planners with no prior knowledge of the industry, Courtney led us patiently and eagerly through the process. With Courtney on our team, we knew our wedding night would be nothing short of extraordinary; she simply wouldn’t have allowed it.

We will legitimately be oohing and ahhing over our wedding day for the rest of our lives. At least a dozen of our guests confessed to us that it was the best wedding they’d ever been to. And we are keenly aware that The Astorian venue and team played a HUGE part in that success. The Astorian truly hosted us the wedding of our...

The Astorian is hands down the most beautiful venue in Houston proper. The building, the fixtures and the acoustics were clearly very well thought out. Once you walk in, it is hard not to exclaim "wow." Further, its location is great and close to many of Houston's restaurants and things to do for out of town guests. This is what made us first fall in love with the venue and feel so lucky to have our wedding there. However, the real gems are the people who work there. Deborah is extremely well organized, responsive and is happy to make your vision a reality. On a personal level, I found her very easy to get along with and straight forward. She also thought of things we did not nor did our planner. Her anticipation of our needs was priceless. Also, Daniel, the bar manager, was very accommodating and even allowed us to come in for a wine tasting a few months ahead of time. He was very knowledgeable and passionate about their program. They were both calming wedding cherubs that made the process really enjoyable. The Astorian may seem like a place where you would have a lot of stick in the mud or inflexible lines you have to color in, but that was not the case. We were really able to customize everything to our needs without any issues. Another plus - it was a cold, rainy day (thanks Houston) when we were married and having the wedding party suites inside of the venue was a life (hair and makeup) saver. Deborah and Daniel made sure they were stocked with everything we needed for the big day. I cannot express in writing how easy they made the wedding planning process and how perfect our wedding day was with their help. And yes, The Astorian can be on the high end of wedding venues but - you get what you pay for. Moreover, since the space is already so stunning (we literally had guests come up to us with their mouths agape to exclaim this to us) we were able to save money by using less decorations. If the Astorian is within your price point, look no further. It is the best venue in...