Planning a wedding can take a lot of effort from your end, in spite of getting the concerned people on course. You have to worry about the caterer, the decor, the flowers and your in-laws. On top of that, finding a perfect wedding venue adds to the pain that cannot be relieved even with four glasses of cocktails. Tauranga is home to some fantastic wedding venues with tailored packages to suit your specific requirements. Remember to book bus hire in Tauranga if you are looking for a convenient commute of your guests to one of these selected venues.
Trinity Wharf Tauranga
Capturing the very essence of New Zealand hospitality and the ever-changing waters of the Tauranga Harbour, the Trinity Wharf Tauranga is a truly unique setting, which exudes a welcoming and relaxed ambiance. Surrounded by an eclectic range of entertainment and leisure activities, some of the key features include 24-hour reception, room service, waterfront restaurant and bar and 6 versatile event venues.
Designed architecturally across 3 central piers, the Trinity Wharf Suite and the Premium Water View Spa Guestrooms offer spectacular harbour views, offering lavish spa baths ideal for a special leisure escape. The 6 versatile event venues offer excellent options for wedding events. The Trinity Rooms have a capacity to hold up to 350 guests having direct access to the hotel pontoon, enabling guests to make their way to an awaiting helicopter or a boat transfer. If you are looking for an intimate gathering, the Pool House Rooms with a capacity of 80 guests is an ideal choice with refreshing harbour views. The roomy Exhibition Hall is a favourite for gala dinners.
The Olive Tree Cottage
This beautiful wedding venue is positioned in a peaceful country garden setting, with spectacular views of the rolling farmland and the Mount. With a separate lounge bar, grand formal dining room and a large marquee, we provide all-weather options. Hardly a 15-minute drive from Tauranga, this venue is surrounded by tranquil farmland. With a highly experienced team of customer staff and fantastic amenities, we offer everything you need to make sure your special day goes without a glitch. Our customized packages include plenty of different budget options, from increasingly popular brunch and winter weddings to a fully catered formal service, we have taken into account everything.
Eagle Ridge
For a romantic wedding ceremony, you need a perfect backdrop. At Eagle Ridge in Tauranga, you get to witness stunning panoramic views, also with a wide range of charming bucolic outdoor and indoor settings. It is an ultimate wedding destination to rejoice this special occasion with your friends and family. A great attention to detail has been given, which is quite evident from table centrepieces, immaculate landscaped gardens and the wrought iron gate entry. The expert event managers will take care of all your specific requirements, making sure that the event is successfully delivered.
Be it any season, Eagle Ridge is a picture-perfect wedding venue in Tauranga. From the bright vibrant colours of summer to beautiful floral spring blooms, the amazing scenery transcends into magenta, yellow and orange hues in autumn. The amazing indoor fireplaces set the tone for warm weddings in winter.
Charlemagne Lodge
Sitting peacefully in the Bay of Plenty’s country estate gardens, the Charlemagne Lodge in Tauranga offers an ideal setting for a romantic wedding event, along with outstanding Victorian luxury accommodation. We ensure a warm welcome and personal attention to your requirements. The Victorian features outlining the house offer an ideal backdrop for wedding photography.
The spacious and attractive function room is within the manicured grounds adjacent to a pond and large patio providing a perfect setting for a special occasion of up to 120 guests. Bustling with fine dining and bars, this elegant building is located on State Highway 2, just 10 minutes from Tauranga’s centre. It also forms a perfect base of touring, as this paradise of tranquillity is only a couple of hours away from Auckland.
Fountain Gardens
With a stroke of tradition and culture, this magnificent wedding venue is set within 3 acres of stunning native flora. There are more than 30 unique garden art, fountains and water features, along with a variety of bridges, streams and ponds; there’s plenty to be seen and discovered at Fountain Gardens. A series of paths link the gardens, winding their way through the stunning native gully, through the rose garden area and around the pond. Imagine the wedding atmosphere in the lap of nature with huge trees and pongas towering above, and the native flora and fauna taking you away from the world of reality.
The guests can take a relaxing stroll around the gardens, while having fun playing with 7 dwarfs fountain crafted by Shirley Sparks. What adds to the beauty are the 4 natural springs that feed the waterways, with the waterfall directing the flow around the main wedding ceremonial deck. There is sufficient space to accommodate over 120 guests in a tranquil setting.
L’Orangerie
Inspired by the romance and elegance of the French countryside, L’Orangerie is an amazing wedding venue that embraces the whimsical magic, delightful antiquity and warmth of rural France. It leads you down to a forested, meandering lane to a field with impressive views across rolling meadow, over appealing hedgerows, the ocean and on to the lights of Tauranga. Surrounded by magnificent staircases and stone walls and nestled among plantings of sweetly scented orange trees, this peaceful venue is ideal for a unique celebration.
Magical celebrations are held here at the unique old-fashioned French Barn, weaving together vintage plates, heavy silver cutlery, glassware, old school chairs, historic church pew and rustic tables to luxuriously style your wedding. Amid the beauty of Barn, your fairytale wedding becomes a reality. We have an expert team of professional artisans who deliver creativity in music, photography, wedding dresses, gowns, divine cakes and catering.
Hiring a bus makes it easier to transport your guests from your residence to the wedding hall, thus lowering the costs, while also offering the fun of travelling together.