PRESS RELEASE: The Windsor Hotel for Weddings and Anniversaries

CONTACT: Christiane Grune

229-924-1555, Ext 109

windsor@bellsouth.net 

The Windsor Hotel was established in 1892 as a destination for northern hunters and vacationers escaping the cold winters. The castle-like Victorian style structure represents an eclectic mix of architectural elements, and it is a true gem of the American history. Originally a 100-room, five story Victorian hotel complete with turrets, balconies, and a three story open atrium lobby, the Windsor was the site of numerous balls and celebrations. Countless illustrious guests graced the Windsor’s halls, such as former U.S. presidents, writers and businesspeople. Over the course of decades, many important decisions, meetings and speeches took place at the Windsor, therefore giving the hotel a unique spot in the American history.

Among the many interesting facts that shape the history of the hotel, the rumor that John Dillinger or Al Capone spent the night in the Bridal Suite with an armed bodyguard posted at the foot of the stairs is perhaps the most appealing one. Other illustrious guests that spent the night at the Windsor are 39^th U.S. president Jimmy Carter and first lady Rosalynn. The hotel’s Presidential Suite was named in honor of President Carter. Also, the Roosevelt Boardroom is called the "Lucky Room" because it was the headquarters for many successful local political campaigns. Franklin D. Roosevelt made a speech to the Chamber of Commerce from the adjoining balcony when he was Governor of New York in February 1928. It has also been used for sequestered juries and ball teams too, such as the old Georgia/Florida baseball league. To learn more about the history of the Windsor, visit the hotel’s website www.windsor-americus.com.

Today, the Windsor has 53 rooms and occupies an entire city block. Because it so splendidly represents the history of the United States, the Windsor is one of the main attractions to thousands of visitors that come to southwest Georgia every year. The Windsor is not only a hotel but also a landmark of the olden times.

The Windsor is also a perfect place for Weddings and anniversaries. The hotel’s three-tier atrium lobby made of polished golden oak and marble offers a wonderful set for weddings ceremonies. The Windsor also has four different banquet rooms in different sizes that can hold total of 300 people. The banquet rooms are used for weddings, anniversaries, rehearsal dinners and other celebrations. All of the banquet rooms are decorated in Victorian style, from the wallpaper to the carpets and ceilings. A modern day amenity present in every banquet room is high speed internet service.   

The Windsor Grand Dining Room is also a great place for weddings and receptions. It offers the splendor of the olden times with its original marble floor and reproduction period furnishings. During wedding ceremonies, guests can delight in the light streaming in from the bay windows and the sound of music from the Grand Piano. The beautiful Windsor verandah offers an opportunity to sit in wicker rockers and remember a time long past.

But perhaps is the Bridal Suite the most appealing place to celebrate anniversaries, honeymoons and romantic getaways. A private staircase leads to the Bridal Suite, which features a custom made demi-canopied king bed, as well as furniture, furnishings, linens and wall coverings that are reproductions based on color and patterns from the Victorian era. The room is also equipped with modern amenities: sprinkler system, television with premium channels, coffee maker and high speed internet service. The suite has accommodated various famous and infamous guests. Rumor has it that John Dillinger or Al Capone spent the night in the Suite with an armed bodyguard posted at the foot of the stairs

To make a special occasion in the Bridal Suite even more unique, the Windsor offers optional special touches such as a rose petal path up the stairs and to the bed, goblets and a bottle of champagne. The Hotel also offers the Romantic Getaway Package, which is a very popular package among couples celebrating anniversaries, and includes 1 night in the Bridal Suite or any of the Windsor rooms, dinner for two in the award-winning Grand Dining Room, a bottle of champagne and roses.    

In addition to the Bridal Suite, the Windsor has a presidential suite and 51 other period rooms and suites, each of them different in style and layout, authentically restored with period wall paper, colors and fabrics. All guestrooms are equipped with high speed internet service, and so are the banquet rooms and Floyd’s Pub.

The Windsor has had several different weddings ceremonies and anniversaries celebrated in its premises over the years. Oftentimes, marriage proposals are made at the Windsor, and couples return years later to the place where everything started, to celebrate their anniversary. The Windsor Verandah has been the site of romantic private dinners, and a place where several marriage proposals were made – and some accepted.  Upon request, the Windsor dining room manager sets up candelabras, soft music and creates a romantic and relaxing ambiance for couples proposing or renewing their vows.

The Windsor has just started its second restoration process under the management of the Patel Family. We hope to keep the Windsor open for many years or centuries to come, so that the hotel can still be a place of special memories for the next generations.