My FI's family is primarily in Central Connecticut and my family is in Eastern Massachusetts, so we chose a location close to Springfield, Massachusetts to make it more central. Because everyone is traveling a little bit to get to our wedding, some people will be staying in hotels. Is it necessary for us to reserve blocks? If so, what is the average cost/how do we go about doing this?
EDIT--Just realized I posted this in Ceremony and Vow ideas instead of Etiquette... sorry, early morning fog! Could I please have this moved to the Etiquette board?
Re: When are hotel blocks necessary?
If you want to reserve blocks, find several hotels near your venue within a reasonable price range for your guests. Call the front desk and tell them you'd like to ask about reserving a block. Speak with the manager or event sales person, ask any questions you have and request a copy of their contract. Decide which hotel is best (maybe even choose two in different price ranges) and send in the signed contract.
ETA: This probably doesn't apply to you, but if there's some reason hotels in the area are likely to be fully booked on the weekend of your wedding (sporting event, convention, graduation at a nearby college, etc.) then you should block some rooms to ensure that your guests can get one.