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Hotel Bethlehem Wedding Photos | Bethlehem, PA (2026)

Weddings/Elopements

November 26, 2021

I’m going to start this post differently. Usually, I talk about the architecture of Hotel Bethlehem or the history of the “Christmas City,” but for Hugo and Paige’s wedding, the best way to describe the day is through the review Paige left me. She said:

“I’m not going to lie, I worried about how I would look on my wedding day. I wanted to look thin, beautiful, angelic and make sure I posed perfectly for every shot. When I received Marshall’s photos I realized he hadn’t taken any photographs of what I looked like, instead, he captured who I am. It was real and it was beautiful. Being able to capture the essence of another human is such an extraordinary gift and rarity these days. Marshall has a gift I believe many photographers wish they had.

When I read the quote below, I immediately thought of him. Thank you, again, for capturing the real me on my wedding day. I am forever grateful.

“There is one thing the photograph must contain, the humanity of the moment.”— Robert Frank”

Why Authenticity Wins at Hotel Bethlehem

Hotel Bethlehem is an iconic, grand venue, but it’s easy to get lost in the “stiffness” of a ballroom. My goal for every wedding here is to break through that and find the raw, unscripted moments. Whether it’s the quiet nerves in the suite or the chaos of the dance floor, I want you to look back at your photos and see who you are, not just what you looked like.

3 Tips for Your [venue name] Wedding

Invest in the Extra Large Suite for Getting Ready

The lighting and space in the larger suites at Hotel Bethlehem are a game-changer for documentary photography. It gives us room to breathe and capture those candid “getting ready” moments without feeling cramped. Plus, the classic decor serves as a timeless backdrop for those first few hours of the day.

Use the “Hidden” Ivy Path for Your First Look

If you’re planning a first look, you don’t have to stay right on Main Street. There is a beautiful ivy-covered path located right behind the hotel. It’s private, quiet, and offers a lush, organic contrast to the stone and brick of the city. It’s the perfect spot to have a private moment before the day kicks into high gear.

Head Downtown for an Urban Portrait Mix

One of the best parts of a Hotel Bethlehem wedding is being right in the heart of the Christmas City. I love taking my couples for a quick walk downtown. We can get a great mix of urban architecture, historic brickwork, and that classic “Main Street” vibe. It adds a bit of edge and variety to your gallery that balances out the elegance of the ballroom.

Hotel Bethlehem Wedding Vendors

This day would have never come together the way it did for these two if it weren’t for the awesome team behind all the details! Here is a list of the vendors who took part of the day, and a link to their website if you want to go check them out!

Looking for more Lehigh Valley Wedding Venues?

Hotel Bethlehem is a classic, but the Lehigh Valley has so much more to offer. Check out my Ultimate 2026 Guide to Lehigh Valley Wedding Venues to see how it compares to other top-tier spots!

Wedding stationery and details featuring green and gold accents.
Group photo at a wedding reception in Hotel Bethlehem
Documentary wedding reception photo of guests dancing at Hotel Bethlehem.
Candid moment of an older couple hugging during a wedding reception.
Emotional first dance for Hugo and Paige under the grand chandeliers at Hotel Bethlehem.
Exterior night shot of Hotel Bethlehem with the marquee lights glowing.
Creative night portrait of a bride and groom embracing outside on Main Street, Bethlehem.
Group photo of the groom with his parents during the reception.
Candid photo of guests dancing and laughing on the ballroom floor.
A multigenerational family photo featuring the bride, groom, and grandparents.
Intimate portrait of a bride and groom standing in a window-lit hallway.
Wide shot of the wedding ceremony setup in the mural room at Hotel Bethlehem.
Hugo and Paige walking hand-in-hand down the center of Main Street in Bethlehem, PA.
Classic exterior shot of the bride and groom next to a vintage white getaway car.
Black and white street-style wedding portrait in downtown Bethlehem.
Close-up romantic portrait of a groom kissing the bride’s forehead.
Dreamy black and white photo of a bride and groom seen through a wedding veil.
Intimate black and white profile of a couple embracing outdoors.
Close-up romantic portrait of Hugo and Paige at sunset.
Formal family portrait with the bride, groom, and parents inside the church.
Full group wedding party photo standing in front of the altar.
Black and white candid of the bride and groom celebrating after their ceremony.
Joyful moment of the couple walking up the aisle as husband and wife.
Candid documentary photo from the back of the church during the ceremony.
Wide shot of the bride walking down the aisle with her father.
Dramatic wide shot from the balcony showing the full church ceremony.
Emotional ceremony photo of the bride and groom at the altar.
Wide angle view of the church interior during a traditional Catholic wedding ceremony.
The bride and her father walking down the aisle at the start of the wedding.
Artistic black and white photo looking down the aisle toward the altar.
Portrait of the groom and his best man waiting at the front of the church.
The bride sitting in the backseat of a vintage white wedding car.
A quiet moment of the bride looking out the window while sitting in her wedding dress.
The bride posing in her gown by a window in a Hotel Bethlehem suite.
Mother of the bride helping the bride put on her wedding shoes.
The bride finishing her final getting ready details on the bed in the hotel suite.
Black and white reflection in a mirror of the bride getting her hair done.
Close-up candid of the bride laughing as she gets her dress zipped up.
Dramatic black and white silhouette of the groom adjusting his bowtie.
The groom looking out the window of his suite while putting on his jacket.
The groom posing for a classic portrait in the hallway of Hotel Bethlehem.
Close-up shot of the groom adjusting his suit jacket.
Candid photo of the groom and his father sharing a laugh.
The groom getting help with his cufflinks from a family member.
The bride looking in the mirror during her hair and makeup session.
The wedding dress hanging from the architecture in a Hotel Bethlehem suite.
Flat lay photo of Hugo and Paige's wedding invitations and details.

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