Planning a wedding in Brisbane and looking for the perfect wedding venue? No worries, we’ve got you covered with the best venues in and around the city’s environs (not as far as the gold coast through). It’s impossible to romanticise how arduous of a task wedding planning is. A mate once told me that planning his big day got him so tired that the actual wedding celebration seemed blurry to him! Now, you may be one among the few who are enjoying planning for their special day, and my hat goes off to you. However, if you are in a similar situation as that mate, this article is for you.
We understand that you want a perfect wedding. We also know that that mindset will have to scour every possible location that can host a wedding in Brisbane, just to make sure that what you choose is the best. It is in understanding this, and also in knowing that there’s no perfect wedding that we’ve deliberately limited your choices to the ten below.
Likewise, we also understand that though you don’t want to admit it, you’re keen to impress your wedding guests (even that uncle/ aunt you digested)! That is why we’ve taken our time to do the dirty work for you. Rest assured that all ten of the wedding venues below are tried and tested. And they won’t disappoint.
Lastly, the cost! It’s easy to name the most exquisite wedding venues in our city. It’s hard to name the most cost-friendly, yet equally elegant venues. We took the challenge, and have done just that. Within the maze of venues below, you’ll find budget gems, that will be just as good – if not better!
Relax, and take a look.
1. Hillstone St Lucia
Some say that this is Brisbane’s most loved wedding venue. Others say that it is the city’s most premium venue. Depending on your judging criteria, you may be bound to agree with both parties. Ever since the establishment hosted its first wedding thirty years ago, it has been a sought after wedding/reception venue.
Located in a lush golf course, the unique wedding venue has access to more than four hundred meters squared worth of space. With this much space, think flexibility, and easy logistics, all in one. Besides more than ample space, being a seasoned veteran in the wedding hosting biz, Hillstone has wedding packages to suit your taste and pocket. Visit their website to find out more about this.
Address: Carawa St, St Lucia QLD 4067
Phone Number: (07) 3870 3433
Website: hillstonestlucia.com.au
2. Customs House
Wouldn’t it be amazing to tie the knot in an important historical building? Customs house gives you that opportunity. The venue is rich in history! That, and the fact that it is one of the most decorated Brisbane wedding venue site n the business.
Custom’s House is part of the larger University of Queensland infrastructure, so if you’re into ancient greek infrastructure, this is for you! Its architecture is most definitely picturesque. For your wedding ceremony, you may opt for the sites famous waterfront facility overlooking Brisbane river, capable of hosting up to two hundred people.
For your wedding reception, have your pick of the facilities six private function rooms. Even better, let the Customs House do the heavy lifting for you. You can choose from several wedding packages they offer. Learn more about all this and more, at their website.
Address: 399 Queen Street. Brisbane QLD 4000
Phone Number: (07) 3365 8999
Website: customshouse.com.au
3. Ocean View Estates Winery & Restaurant
A wedding day is remembered through photos. If that is true, then Ocean View has one of the best locations to host your wedding. The hillside views hear are simply stunning. Not to mention the vineyard and small lake. Located an hour away from Brisbane city, this location is just far enough to feel special, but close enough not be a logistical nightmare.
The venue sits a maximum of two hundred and fifty people, with the cost ranging from eighty to a hundred and fifty per person. Being an all-inclusive facility, you may opt to have both your ceremony and reception at their facility. Contact the facility’s staff for more information, or better, visit the location.
Address: 2557 Mt Mee Rd, Ocean View, Queensland
Phone Number: (07) 3425 3900
Website: oceanviewestates.com.au
4. Villa Botanica
The 2018 Wedding Desires- Editors Choice Awards Winner, Villa Botanica is yet another great wedding venue.
A beautiful wedding location with a history to match, Villa Botanica is one of the most beautiful and exquisite wedding locations in all of Queensland. Overlooking the ocean, this facility evokes a mood of endless possibility- a mood fitting such a lifechanging occasion.
The private five-acre expanse of pure luxury features palm forests, a deck overlooking the sea, a renowned Cactarium (perfect for your after ceremony photos, and the crown jewel- the Villa Botanica itself. The facility hosts only one wedding per day. That means that with this option, you have 5 acres worth of space, all to yourself.
Address: Botanica Drive, Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia
Phone Number: (07) 4948 3025
Website: villabotanica.com.au
5. Transcontinental Hotel Weddings
Having been renovated just six years ago, Transcontinental Hotel continues to be one of the most sought out hotel venues in Brisbane CBD. The establishment never disappoints, a fact that is evident from the feedback we received in our fact-finding mission. Visit the hotel’s website to learn more about their packages.
Address: 482 George Street, Brisbane Queensland 4000
Phone Number: (04) 90 449 169
Website: transhotel.net.au
6. Walkabout Creek
This green paradise offers a wedding location unlike any other. Located just thirty minutes away from Brisbane’s CBD, it’s unbelievable that such panoramic views of nature as those found in the creek can be so conveniently located. Everywhere you look, you’re surrounded by lush evergreen rainforest- a symbol of your eternal love.
Walkabout Creek offers several wedding packages that include two-course meals, cocktail parties and brunch. Visit their website to learn more. It’s the perfect location for you if a stunning backdrop of green is your idea of a dream wedding location.
Address: 60 Mount Nebo Rd. The Gap, Brisbane QLD 4061
Phone Number: (07) 3300 2558
Website: walkaboutcreek.com.au
7. The Brisbane Club
If you’re more of an indoor person, but you still don’t want to sacrifice on class, Brisbane Club is your go-to location. Forget South bank and Fortitude Valley, located near the GPO, you’re guaranteed iconic city views. This establishment exudes exclusivity. It’s easy to see why though. When it’s not hosting weddings Brisbane Club is one of the most exclusive women and men’s club in the area.
Address: 241 Adelaide St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia
Phone Number: (07) 3222 8700
Website: brisbaneclub.com.au
8. Grand Windsor Ballroom
Grand Windsor is a stunning location and easily one of Brisbane’s best wedding venues. Their wedding service will help you handle everything in time for your wedding date. They offer a coordinator to take you through all the details of your big day. They even offer complimentary accommodation for you and the bride! To learn more about the facility visit its website linked above.
Address: Corner Ann & Roma Streets Brisbane QLD 4000
Phone Number: (07) 3229 9111
Website: pullmanbrisbanekgs.com.au
9. Ovolo Inchcolm
A perfect location for small to medium-sized weddings. Visit its website to learn more about the hotel’s packages.
Address: 73 Wickham Terrace, Spring Hill QLD 4000
Phone Number: (07) 3226 8888
Website: ovolohotels.com
10. Victoria Park Venue
Some of the best and most accommodative function rooms in the city. Some function spaces will even allow up to a thousand guests, standing.
Address: 261 Herston Rd, Herston QLD 4006, Australia
Phone Number: (07) 3253 2525
Website: victoriapark.com.au
Honourable Mentions
Bundaleer Rainforest Gardens
Glengariff Historic Estate
Boulevard Gardens
White Chapel Kalbar
Conclusion
We hope that you’ve found at least one listing from the list above, that is suitable for your purposes. Cheers!
