Most Affordable Wedding Venues on Oahu

The wedding venue is the first item you need to check off your list to get started on wedding planning and actually have a wedding date to work with. When planning a wedding on Oahu (or anywhere else, for that matter) the cost is always a factor and when choosing a Hawaii wedding venue, it’s important to take your wedding theme into consideration and tailor your choice of a location to the mood and atmosphere you would like to achieve while still considering your projected expenses. The good news is finding an affordable wedding venue on Oahu and having an elegant celebration isn’t an impossible dream.

Below is our list of the most affordable wedding venues on Oahu:

1. Wahiawa Botanical Garden - Wahiawa, Oahu

Wahiawa Botanical Garden is a beautiful public garden with scenic trails. It contains several different tropical flora and trees, making it a beautiful place to hold an intimate garden wedding Holding a wedding ceremony in Wahiawa Botanical Garden is completely free. Secure a permit for your Hawaii wedding ceremony in advance and you're good to go!

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2. Cafe Julia Hawaii - Honolulu, Oahu

Cafe Julia, in downtown Honolulu, has 3 different event spaces. Their $2,500 rental fee includes 6 hours use of one of their event spaces for your celebration. This, however, does not include setup and cleanup time. It’s a refreshing and secluded location right in the heart of Honolulu, and is a great escape from the busy-ness of the Honolulu area. The location also features beautiful architecture, making it an affordable yet gorgeous place to hold a celebration.

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3. Hale Koa Hotel - Honolulu, Oahu

Hale Koa has a selection of beautiful outdoor and indoor event spaces for wedding ceremonies and receptions. They also have other amenities available such as catering and event design. Couples looking to get married at Hale Koa must be in the military or have a military sponsor. They have very affordable rates for wedding receptions at an average of $50 per guest. Wedding ceremonies at their gardens are a $750 deposit.

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4. Hale Ikena - Honolulu, Oahu

Hale Ikena is another military venue with ballrooms which can be used for wedding ceremonies, receptions and other celebrations. It's located in Fort Shafter, a military base on Oahu. They do not charge a venue rental fee. Couples only need to pay for the food and beverages per guest to be able to use their ballroom.

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5. Haiku Gardens - Kaneohe, Oahu

Haiku Gardens is private garden venue with a private pond and beautiful lawns and a covered pavilion for ceremonies. This provides couples with a selection of a wedding ceremony under shelter, or one right on the grass in one of the gardens. It also has stunning views of the Waianae mountain range. Their rental fee for a wedding ceremony starts at $2,000 and includes a wedding planner.

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6. Ko'olau Ballrooms - Kaneohe, Oahu

The Ko'olau Ballrooms features 2 ballrooms and several ceremony sites. Their glass ballroom provides a panoramic view of the beautiful golf course and the Ko’olau Mountain Range. Their ceremony sites start at $2,500. They also give $1,000 off for couples who choose to have their ceremony and reception at Ko'olau. Their wedding receptions start at $71 per head, including the ballroom use.

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7. Prince Waikiki - Waikiki Beach, Oahu

This hotel is perfect for couples dreaming about a beautiful Waikiki wedding. Prince Waikiki has several indoor ballrooms able to accommodate different numbers of guests. Styling and catering are also available. Prince Waikiki's wedding ceremony packages are reasonable, starting at $1,750.

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8. He'eia State Park - Kaneohe, Oahu

He'eia State Park is an oceanside venue with an indoor and outdoor event space. Their outdoor venue is lined with beautiful palm trees and a gorgeous view of the water, and an indoor reception area is available. Their wedding packages are quite affordable, starting at $2,075. The prices vary depending on inclusions and the day of the week the event is to happen.

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