5 of the Top Luxury Wedding Venues on Kauai, Hawaii
The islands of Hawaii each have their own distinct style, setting, and appeal that sets them apart from the others. Every island provides a unique experience, and the island of Kauai is no exception. This smaller island features the perfect mixture of high-end experiences with natural wonders at your fingertips. From scenic landscapes like the stunning mountains of the Na Pali Coast, to the luxury resorts and wedding venues we’ll be looking at today, Kauai truly has it all.
Kauai’s 5 Best Luxury Wedding Venues
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay: 5520 Ka Haku Rd, Princeville, HI 96722
The first luxury wedding venue on my list unsurprisingly is the incredible 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay. I say unsurprisingly as this venue was actually featured in my article about the 8 best luxury wedding venues in ALL of Hawaii. Found on the north shore of the island, 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay features an array of venue options to choose from, all inclusive package options, stellar service, the breathtaking setting of Hanalei Bay itself, and SO much more.
Notes and Amenities at a Glance
13 Distinct Event Spaces
Guest Capacity Ranging from 16 to 750
2 All-Inclusive Wedding Package Options
In-House Catering with Seasonal Menus Made from Fresh, Local Ingredients
Wedding Coordinator
Additional Add-On Experiences Available
Sustainable Practices and Amenities
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Princeville Makai Golf Club: 4080 Lei O Papa Rd, Princeville, HI 96722
Also on Kauai’s northern end is the next luxury wedding venue on my list, Princeville Makai Golf Club. This breathtaking golf course offers couples a serene setting for their wedding while also allowing you full freedom when it comes to the vendors for your celebration. The Princeville Makai Golf club is proudly featured in National Geographic Traveler Magazine’s “Top 5 Most Scenic Golf Course Setting in the World”. It truly is a remarkable venue for a wedding that is bathed in natural beauty and refined luxury.
Notes and Amenities at a Glance
Outdoor Ceremony and Reception Options (Tented Events Available with Venue Buyout)
Guest Capacity of 300
Freedom of Vendor Choices
Clean Up Assistance
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Waimea Plantation Cottages: 9400 Kaumualii Hwy, Waimea, HI 96796
Voted as the #1 Wedding Venue of Kauai by Hawaii Magazine’s readers for multiple years, Waimea Plantation Cottages is a space that effortlessly blends history and luxury. The plantation era buildings rest on the island’s southwestern shore, and feature a ton of incredible amenities. The area is also strikingly gorgeous with oceanfront access, spacious lawns for hosting your reception, and the magnificent Banyan Tree that acts as the venue’s premiere ceremony space.
Notes and Amenities at a Glance
Outdoor Event Spaces Including Signature Banyan Tree Ceremony Space
Guest Capacity of 500
List of Wedding Planners Provided
Highly Customizable
5 Bedroom Historic Cottage Available for Rent
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Sheraton Kauai Resort: 2440 Hoonani Rd, Poipu, HI 96756
The next two luxury wedding venues on my list are also on the island’s south shore, the first of which being the amazing Sheraton Kauai Resort. This stunning resort offers couples stellar service and planning assistance to ensure that each wedding comes together exactly how the couple envisioned. With a ton of spaces available to choose from, package options to best serve each individual couple, and a commitment to providing an experience as wonderful as the setting surrounding the resort, Sheraton Kauai is a must consider wedding venue for anyone thinking of celebrating their love on this special island!
Notes and Amenities at a Glance
Multiple Lavish Indoor and Outdoor Spaces to Choose From
Guest Capacity Ranging from 90 to 860
Planning Assistance Included
Inclusive Package Options Available
Fantastic In-House Catering
2 Night Complimentary Stay In Deluxe Oceanfront Rooms
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Beach House Restaurant: 5022 Lawai Rd, Koloa, HI 96756
The fifth and final venue on my list is the lavish Beach House Restaurant. This elegant oceanside restaurant offers an amazing setting for a Kauai Wedding. Breathtaking ocean views, phenomenal cuisine, coordination assistance, and so much more all make this venue a fantastic option for couples looking to celebrate their wedding day here in Hawaii.
Notes and Amenities at a Glance
Outdoor Event Space with Covered Tent Option
Guest Capacity Ranging from 2 to 120
Coordination Assistance
Set Up and Tear Down Assistance
Tables, Chairs, and Tableware
In-House Catering with Customizable Menu
All Inclusive Package Options
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Those are 5 of Kauai’s best and most luxurious wedding venues throughout the island. This is such a special island, and these venues are a huge part in what makes it such an amazing option for couples looking to celebrate their love here in paradise. For more wedding planning tips check out some of my other articles, and if you’d like to have me document your wedding be sure to send me an inquiry through my contact page.