Our Venue

Duke of Marlborough Hotel

Our Bay of Islands Wedding Venue

Your All-Inclusive Venue Hire Includes

Exclusive use of the Ballroom from 10am, and the Veranda & Garden from 3:30pm–1am.
Unlimited meetings and communication with our experienced wedding coordinators.
Professional food and beverage staff dedicated to your day.
Set-up of tables with white tablecloths, napkins, cutlery, crockery, glassware, and chairs.
Outdoor furniture and bar on the deck for welcome drinks & canapés.
Full pre- and post-wedding cleaning service.
Bespoke Wedding Details Sheet and timeline for your day.
Recommendations for trusted local suppliers.
Bluetooth sound system for background music during canapés and dinner.

Exclusive Seasonal Rate

Exclusive use of the Duke of Marlborough Garden, Ballroom, and
Veranda locations:

Summer (19 December to 31 March) – $3,500
Autumn and Spring (April & Sept 1 to Dec 19) – $2,800
Winter (May 1 to August 31) – $1,000

A minimum spend applied year-round, as we close part of our restaurant for your celebration. Our minimum spend varies per month, and day of the week.

Table plan template and floor plan for seating arrangements
Wooden easel and canvas for your seating plan
White bentwood chairs for your garden ceremony
Printed menus
Clothed gift table
Clothed cake table and knife
Access to stunning photography locations
Please note: Due to noise restrictions, bands/DJs must finish by 12am. Our liquor licence runs until 1am.

Your All-Inclusive Venue Hire Includes

Exclusive use of the Ballroom from 10am, and the Veranda & Garden from 3:30pm–1am.
Unlimited meetings and communication with our experienced wedding coordinators.
Professional food and beverage staff dedicated to your day.
Set-up of tables with white tablecloths, napkins, cutlery, crockery, glassware, and chairs.
Outdoor furniture and bar on the deck for welcome drinks & canapés.
Full pre- and post-wedding cleaning service.
Bespoke Wedding Details Sheet and timeline for your day.
Recommendations for trusted local suppliers.
Bluetooth sound system for background music during canapés and dinner.
Table plan template and floor plan for seating arrangements
Wooden easel and canvas for your seating plan
White bentwood chairs for your garden ceremony
Printed menus
Clothed gift table
Clothed cake table and knife
Access to stunning photography locations
Please note: Due to noise restrictions, bands/DJs must finish by 12am. Our liquor licence runs until 1am.

Exclusive Seasonal Rate

Exclusive use of the Duke of Marlborough Garden, Ballroom, and
Veranda locations:

Summer (19 December to 31 March) – $3,500
Autumn and Spring (April & Sept 1 to Dec 19) – $2,800
Winter (May 1 to August 31) – $1,000

A minimum spend applied year-round, as we close part of our restaurant for your celebration. Our minimum spend varies per month, and day of the week.

Ceremony, Reception & Stay in One Place

Our all-inclusive venue allows you to celebrate the whole day with your guests in one place.

Say ‘I do’ in our hand-planted garden overlooking the bay, mingle with guests on the veranda, then dine and dance in our timeless ballroom. When the night winds down, simply head upstairs to rest after a perfect day.

Happy Couple Testimonials

Planning was smoother than I could have imagined....

"Beth was so organised and responsive and just so experienced. We had to organise from London, and working with the Duke made it easy. They were accommodating of tricky time zones and the communication was excellent. The staff on the day were all phenomenal and itreally made us feel so relaxed and special."

I loved having so many of our guests stay at the Duke...

"it turned the wedding into a whole weekend event. Getting ready in the waterfront rooms with beautiful balconies, the fabulous meal provided by the Duke, the many beautiful places for photos, and getting to spend the evening surrounded by our closest family and friends."