Thank-you to 2012!

Thank-you to everyone for an amazing 2012!  We are looking forward to another great year and can't thank our clients enough for being so great!!  Here are some of your kind words from 2012:

I had an amazing experience working with the staff . When I first booked, they had only been open for one summer but it is gorgeous and was perfect for me and my husband because we wanted to have the ceremony and reception in one location. Almost all of our guests were from out of town so it was much easier to have it all at one place. I decided to rent all my center pieces from them and when I first met with them they only had a few option. When i went back in closer to the wedding they had SO many new awesome ideas for center pieces. I told them my budget for decor and center pieces and they made up a couple different samples to pick from, I was also able to add or take away elements of the center piece. Right before my wedding, they bought these great rhinestone wraps for the vases and added those in for free because they thought they would look great! I don't think many companies would do that! At the end of the night, I didn't have to do a thing! Since I rented everything, I left with all my guest and we headed downtown Iowa city for a little more partying! 

Communication with the Owners, Melissa and Lyndsie, was amazing. One of them was almost always at the Bella Sala so when I would call I got a hold of them. They always responded to emails very quickly. They were so helpful and friendly. I really didn't know what I was doing and since my family lives out of town I was taking care of most wedding stuff by myself. They referred me to businesses for catering, flowers and photographers. I was able to get ready in their bridal suite, get dressed in their bridal shop and they were even nice enough to steam my dress before I put it on! 

I thought the prices were great. Anywhere else in Iowa City is going to charge a ton for the location rental, bar, food and decor. The location was a straight fee which was nice because I was able to figure out if it would work with my budget from the beginning. The outdoor ceremony space was great and cost less than using a church! They set up all the chairs and made sure the space was clean and beautiful. The Bar prices were very reasonable. I have a lot of friends getting married right now and we have compared prices and by far, what I paid was much less than other venues.
-Sam

We loved having such a beautiful venue so close to everything in Coralville. We also loved the outdoor area and giving our guests that option for the evening. The service was very friendly and helpful! Everything in the planning process regarding bella sala was laid back and easy. We had tons of compliments on how beautiful the venue was.  Also, your staff was amazing to work with!
-Sara & Nick

It was so nice to be in one spot for the wedding and reception and not have to switch locations! Everything that day went well. If we had questions or concerns they were answered readily.
-Kelsey
 

It was great to have everything in one place — the dress, décor and reception needs— and it’s a beautiful facility. We will absolutely recommend bella sala and XOXO Bridal to our friends! We love the one stop shop, and everyone remembered us each time we came in.
-Emily & John

We had a very beautiful location for our ceremony, and it was nice to have the reception at the same location. bella sala is a beautiful facility. All of the staff members who helped at our event were great!
-Mikeala

I want to thank you and all your staff for the most awesome experience @ Sarah's wedding. Your staff was above and beyond! My husband is from a family of 12 and numerous nieces want to check into your facility. Thanks again for an experience beyond our wildest dreams!!
-Theresa

Thank you so much for your warm hospitality during Rick Santorum’s recent visit. You have a beautiful facility and are great people to work with.
Thank you so much!
-Jill

You guys did an amazing job with helping plan and decorate. I loved how your approach was laid back. It made a difference for us because everything went so smoothly! Everything looked beautiful, too.
-Nicole & Charlie

Having the wedding rehearsal at bella sala was the right choice. What a wonderful place you have there! It was beautiful and very relaxing.

When I walked in for the first time, I was so happy! To have my son’s wedding at Kinnick Stadium and then the room for us decorated with Hawkeye pictures — that’s when I knew bella sala was the right place!

Your staff was wonderful. They made us feel very welcomed. It was like they were part of the family, and they did such a wonderful job!

Thank you so much for your catering referral. They were nice to work with, and the food was the best! Everyone was still talking about it at the wedding.

I really don’t have anything to tell you to do better. You made my life so easy.

I would recommend bella sala to all my friends. Not only is it a beautiful place to hold events, but all of you are so wonderful to work with. Keep up the good work, and thanks again for everything!
-Maggie

bella sala’s location, environment, and staff were perfect for my graduation party. The bartender was absolutely fantastic. Assistance with planning and the ability to use the kitchen was priceless.
-Melissa

The staff at bella sala made everything much easier for me. I was living in Des Moines and helping plan a wedding in Iowa City. The communication was great! My phone calls and messages were always returned.  I never had to email you twice — I received a response every time.
-Debra

bella sala did all my centerpieces and décor. It made everything so easy! It was really organized which made me feel at ease.

bella sala has beautiful facilities and great staff!! We had a great experience.
-Sam & Nathan

Bella sala is beautiful!! The good management and smooth operation made the wedding and reception gorgeous, fun and so easy for us!
-Jessica & Jake


When we look at the pictures taken that day it’s so amazing.  It was so wonderful! Everything was great!
-Linda

Bella sala is a beautiful venue that made my dream wedding a reality. It was everything I imagined and then some! The staff was awesome, the bartender was great, and the entire planning process was skillfully managed.
 -Molly
 

I can't think of enough superlatives to compliment all that you did for our wedding reception. You were on top of everything, and I received many compliments about that from the guests. In addition, when I could feel myself getting a little stressed, I appreciated your calming nature.

You have a very well trained staff—they were all very professional and sweet. Nick was extremely impressed with how you handled the open bar, asking questions and keeping him updated as needed. He said he couldn't have asked for better. All of our guests were very impressed with the venue.

I know this is your job and business, but I can't express my gratitude enough. You really have found your calling. I will recommend bella sala to anyone considering a reception/wedding hall.
-Amy & Nick