Top 10 Venues for Small Weddings and Elopements

Intimate weddings and elopements are becoming more and more popular and couples are loving the idea of small weddings with no-frills. One of the advantages of having a small wedding is being able to get creative with the experience and being able to personalize even the little details for each guest.

Choosing the right wedding venue for your small wedding or elopement is still a big decision. Even if it’s a smaller affair, the location still sets the atmosphere for your celebration, which is why it’s important to choose the best wedding venue for your small wedding. Here are our top picks for small wedding venues in Hawaii:

1. Hawaii Vista Weddings - Pearl City, Oahu

Hawaii Vista Weddings is a gorgeous private space designed especially for small gatherings. Their stunning garden on the edge of a cliff is perfect for intimate weddings or elopements. They allow up to 20 guests including vendors. After your ceremony, you can also opt to have a sweet wedding picnic with your new spouse. The property also features several stunning spots for beautiful wedding photography.

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2. Kaimea Estate - Honolulu, Oahu

Kaimea Estate is a waterfront venue minutes away from Waikiki. The lawn is perfect for small wedding ceremonies. The property can host up to 50 guests. It’s a beautiful spot to have a ceremony overlooking the water, and then a quiet dinner on the lanai with your loved ones. It’s also easily accessible which makes it a great choice for destination couples.

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3. Ka Lai Aloha Estate - Kulioulou, Oahu

Ka Lai Aloha Estate is a waterfront private estate in Kulioulou. It's a beautiful private estate with a beautiful lawn, and a rustic style house. Couples can choose to have an intimate ceremony by the water and a small dinner in the house's dining room. The lawn and exteriors are gorgeous and is perfect for couples who want a wedding in a very secluded and quiet location.

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4. Male'ana Gardens - Kailua, Oahu

Male'ana Gardens is a beachfront wedding venue specializing in elopements and small weddings. They cater weddings of 22 guests or fewer. Male'ana Gardens also provides free consultations for couples who are considering a micro-wedding. Their beautiful property and their expertise in small weddings makes them a valuable choice for couples looking to plan an intimate wedding or elopement.

5. Nutridge Estate - Honolulu, Oahu

The Nutridge Estate is a flexible venue able to accommodate small to large weddings. Their capacity is 75-200 guests which is perfect for a wide range of wedding types. Their venue rentals also include use of the bridal suite and grand room in the Nutridge House. Their location is ideal for outdoor weddings and feature one of the most spectacular views of the island.

6. Bayer Estate - Honolulu, Oahu

The Bayer Estate is an oceanfront property in East Honolulu. Their seaside garden is perfect for an intimate outdoor wedding. They also offer indoor options. Their basic site fee includes plenty of amenities such as floral arrangements. Planning a wedding at the Bayer Estate allows you to have options in planning an outdoor or indoor function.

7. Cafe Julia - Honolulu, Oahu

Cafe Julia is a favorite wedding spot on Oahu. This location is a hidden gem in downtown Oahu. It's perfect for couples looking for quiet scenery in the middle of the hustle and bustle. Cafe Julia has 3 different event spaces. The outdoor courtyard, ballroom, and cafe are beautiful spaces for celebrations. The are can also be easily decorated as it features beautiful architecture.

8. The Modern Honolulu - Honolulu, Oahu

If you are looking for a sleek and luxe location for your intimate wedding, The Modern is a great choice. They have an upper deck perfect for intimate dinners and ceremonies. The Modern has spaces ideal for intimate celebrations.

9. Wahiawa Botanical Garden - Wahiawa, Oahu

The Wahiawa Botanical Garden is a gorgeous place for an intimate wedding. The garden features several pockets of space ideal for small weddings and elopements. It is also the most affordable wedding venue option in this list, as Wahiawa Botanical Garden does not charge a fee for ceremonies. However, you need to secure permit in advance.

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10. Prince Waikiki - Waikiki, Oahu

Prince Waikiki has vast ballrooms, but also provides options for small weddings. They have a beautiful airy pavilion in the upper floors perfect for a bright daytime wedding ceremony or reception. Hotel wedding venues also have several in-house wedding services to make the process easy. This makes Prince Waikiki a very convenient choice for small weddings as they have plenty of inclusions to make the process quick and easy.

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