Event Venue
A VENUE AS UNIQUE AS YOUR EVENT
Looking for a unique spot to host an event? Whether planning a business lunch, private dinner, cocktail party, or wedding banquet, you’ve come to the right place.
AMENITIES
And this is just for starters…
- Audio/visual equipment
- Free on-site parking
- Catering services
- Indoor & outdoor venue options: Merino Loft, Carding Studio, outdoor space suitable for tents, and picnic areas
- Two private preparation rooms with natural light, private bathrooms, and available beverage service. Perfect for bridal parties to get dressed and relax before the ceremony or pre-event staging.
- Experienced on-site venue manager
- Room staging support
FROM QUAINT TO COPIOUS
OR CASUAL TO BLACK TIE,
WE’VE GOT A SPACE THAT FITS YOUR NEEDS.
THE MERINO LOFT
Rustic, unique, & totally hip
Located on the second floor of our historic weaving building, the Merino Loft offers a one-of-a-kind setting. Ample natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows, stunning exposed brick, and historic architecture create an atmosphere of energy and inspiration. With over seven thousand square feet of versatile event space and accommodations for up to 225 guests, it’s the ideal setting for your special event.
- Located in the historic weaving building
- Floor-to-ceiling windows
- Ample natural light
- Striking exposed brick
- Historic architecture
- Flexible Space
- Audio/visual equipment
- Creative and customizable catering services available
- Over 7,000 square feet
- Accommodations for up to 225 guests
THE CARDING STUDIO
Private & versatile with eclectic charm
Located in the original millwright workshop, this unique space holds up to 50 people with tables and chairs. On-site, but just steps away from the main hotel, the Studio offers a private space perfect for any gathering. Make the space your own, plan a private dinner, or customize a happy hour.
- Located in the original millwright workshop
- Private building just steps away from the main hotel
- Ample natural light
- Easily customized
- Historic architecture
- Creative and customizable catering services available
- Accommodations for up to 50 guests
Electric Thread
Quaint, cool, & whiskey for days
- Craft beer selections
- Bourbon flight experience featuring local distillers
- Nibbles & bites to share
- Beer garden patio overlooking the Millrace stream
- Occasional live music and events
- Available for private parties
THE INDIGO ROOM
Simple, elegant, unpretentious food & drink
Our dining room is a perfect location for a private dinner, social hour, or group breakfast. Located in the hotel, the Indigo Room can be your central hub to gather before your meeting or exploring the Amana Colonies.
YOU’LL FIND US NESTLED ALONG SIDE THE MILLRACE IN AMANA, A MERE 30 MINUTES FROM BOTH IOWA CITY AND CEDAR RAPIDS, SURROUNDED BY FUN SHOPS, UNIQUE RESTAURANTS, AND ENDLESS ENTERTAINMENT OPPORTUNITIES.
