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New Zealand Wedding Venues

Church, Hotel, Lodge, Resort

I have picked out some New Zealand Wedding Venues that have special appeal. It may be for their location or architecture and overall ambiance. Some are historic buildings with beautiful woodwork and architecture, while others have features that set them apart.

I have looked for romance where you can enjoy a huge fire in winter or celebrate within beautiful surroundings. Lakes , rivers, overlooking the sea, views to the mountains....each has something that makes it stand out as a romantic New Zealand wedding venue.

Be sure to click the links to the suggestions on the other pages....I have not repeated the choices.

Special Church Venues

Old St Mary’s Convent –Marlborough

A beautiful historic wooden church set in gorgeous gardens surrounded by vineyards with a rural outlook. What a lovely wedding venue this is. Choose a church or garden wedding.

Church of the Good Shepherd - Lake Tekapo

You could not find a more stunning location for your wedding in the tiny stone church sited right on the lake edge overlooking this amazing lake. With unique turquoise water… and featuring snow clad the mountains as a back drop.

Chapel By the Lake – Queenstown

Another stunning stone church by Lake Hayes in Queenstown. This beautiful venue looks across the lake to the mountains...and is only 15 minutes from Queenstown.

Beautiful Hotels for Your Reception

There are any number of lovely hotels around the country just perfect for a memorable wedding. Here are a few suggestions...

The Duke of Marlborough – Russell – Bay of Islands

A beautiful historic hotel overlooking the beach and harbour….."the Duke" was a finalist in the Hotel Club Best Places to get Hitched for 2011

Portage Resort Hotel – Marlborough Sounds

Have your outdoor wedding on the water’s edge with stunning views of the Marlborough Sounds and toasted with drinks on board a boat.

Heritage Hotel – Queenstown

Whether you go for the Lake edge convention room or the rooftop you will have magnificent lake and mountain views.

Lodges for Romantic Ambiance

Kauri Cliffs Lodge near Matauri Bay Northland

Total luxury overlooking the Pacific Ocean and complete privacy on 6,000 clifftop acres. With 3 private beaches, native bush and 11 guest cottages .......it is all here.

Eagles Nest Lodge – Bay of Islands

This award winning lodge set above Russell affords magnificent views over the Bay of Islands. With a private beach and close to Russell Village you can honeymoon around the Bay of Islands after your big day on site.

Villa Toscana Lodge – Whitianga or Coromandel

Another romantic lodge looking over rural bush and farmland out to the ocean. You can enjoy your special day with the luxury of a chateau feel interior and magnificent views.

Huka Falls Wedding - Taupo

You can have a beautiful wedding on the rivers edge in front of Huka Falls and/or helicopter into Huka Lodge where you have several choices for your exchange of wedding vows. Then enjoy your wedding reception and honeymoon at the Lodge. One of New Zealand’s most internationally reknowned lodges with a long list of famous guests.

Forsyth Island Marlborough Sounds - Paruparu Lodge

Whether you helicopter in from Wellington or take a boat from Havelock( the mussel capital of NZ) you can have this small island to yourselves for your special New Zealand wedding venue overlooking Marlborough Sounds.

Stoneridge Estate Lodge - Queenstown

Inside in front of a roaring fire or out in the gardens this amazing stone venue will allow you expansive views of the Southern Alps and Lake Hayes, as your wedding ceremony and reception take place all in the one venue.

Resorts - Spa and Golf!

Queenstown, Millbrook Resort, Queenstown

With an on site wedding co ordinator, Millbrook Resort which has a world class golf course and spa facility is a lovely venue for a wedding. With 500 acres, luxury cottages and rooms, restaurants and easy access to all that Queenstown has to offer.

Peppers on the Point, Rotorua

Once a 1930’s mansion this lovely resort overlooking Lake Rotorua is a wonderful New Zealand wedding venue. The setting and the wider Rotorua area make it a great honeymoon destination with thermal pools and activity, adrenaline adventure fun, Maori cultural sghts and concerts etc