Hulbert House is a hotel destination wedding venue in Queenstown, New Zealand, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 20-25 minutes. Best months: January, February, November, December.
Hulbert House
Hulbert House operates as a boutique hotel with on-site wedding capacity, meaning your guests sleep where they celebrate, eliminating the need for shuttle logistics on your wedding day.
About Hulbert House
Hulbert House operates as a boutique hotel with on-site wedding capacity, meaning your guests sleep where they celebrate, eliminating the need for shuttle logistics on your wedding day.
This award-winning Queenstown lodge sits on Ballarat Street with direct access to the region's adventure activities and town amenities.
The 5-star rated venue offers flexible indoor and outdoor spaces suited to intimate gatherings or larger celebrations.
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Hands down, one of the best boutique lodges my wife and I have ever had the pleasure of staying at.
Marek Trzeciak · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- ZQN, 25 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 5-star Google rating with proven track record hosting destination weddings
- Boutique hotel format allows up to 150 guests to stay on-site or nearby
- Located at 68 Ballarat Street, central to Queenstown's dining and activity scene
- Award-winning venue status recognizes consistent excellence in hospitality
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 4:00 PM onwardsGuest arrival and check-in at Hulbert House; welcome reception
- 10:00 AMWedding rehearsal (optional)
- 4:00 PMGuest arrival complete; spa/activity time for early arrivals
- 2:00 PMCeremony begins
- 3:30 PMCocktail hour and photographs
- 5:00 PMReception dinner and entertainment
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- ZQN · 20-25 minutes
Guests fly into Queenstown Airport.
- Typical total
- $25,000-80,000+Aisle estimate
Final pricing depends on guest count, season (peak/off-season), menu selections, and specific venue packages. Multi-night stays offer better per-room rates. Request detailed quote directly from venue.
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NZ$25,000-80,000+ for 50-100 guests including accommodation, ceremony, and reception
- Ceremony fee
- Contact venue for pricingAisle estimate
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
- Reception
- $150-300+ / headAisle estimate
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
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NZ$150-300+ depending on menu and season
- Room rate
- $300-600+ / nightAisle estimate
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
See the full figure+
NZ$300-600+ per room depending on season and room type
- Weather window
- November – February
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 03 442 8767
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
Can guests stay at the venue?+
Yes. Hulbert House is a luxury boutique lodge, so accommodation is available on-site for your guests, reducing travel logistics and extending celebration time.
What's the maximum guest capacity?+
The venue accommodates up to 150 guests across its ceremony and reception spaces.
Are outdoor ceremonies possible?+
Hulbert House offers both indoor and outdoor event spaces. Availability depends on season and weather; confirm specific options when enquiring.
What's included in wedding packages?+
Contact the venue directly via https://www.hulberthouse.co.nz/ for detailed package information, as offerings vary by season and guest count.
Is the venue accessible from Queenstown Airport?+
Yes. Located on Ballarat Street in central Queenstown, it's approximately 20-25 minutes from Queenstown Airport by car or arranged transfer.
Could this be your venue?
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.