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Imperial Hotel Gold Coast is a hotel destination wedding venue in Main Beach, Australia, hosting 220 at dinner and 450 at the ceremony. Best months: June, July, August, September.

Imperial Hotel Gold Coast

Main BeachQueensland, Australia

Imperial Hotel Gold Coast sits in Main Beach and hosts weddings across indoor and outdoor spaces, including a ballroom and banquet hall.

Guests
220 at dinner450 at the ceremony
Rooms
200 rooms
Season
Best weather Jun–SepAisle estimate
Getting there
OOL

About the venue

Imperial Hotel Gold Coast sits in Main Beach and hosts weddings across indoor and outdoor spaces, including a ballroom and banquet hall.

Ceremonies can seat up to 450 guests, seated dining is catered in-house for up to 220, and cocktail-style receptions hold 350 standing.

With 200 rooms ranging from Superior King rooms to three-bedroom rooftop condos sleeping six, an on-site coordinator, bar, pool and parking, the venue can accommodate guests travelling in through Gold Coast Airport (OOL).

Wet weather is covered by an indoor backup option, so outdoor plans always have an alternative.

  • Ceremonies seated for up to 450 guests
  • Seated dining for 220 or 350 standing for cocktail receptions
  • 200 rooms and suites, including three-bedroom condos sleeping up to 6
  • Indoor and outdoor reception spaces with an indoor wet-weather backup

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
220 guests
Standing reception
350 guests
Ceremony, seated
450 guests

Staying over

Rooms
200 rooms
Room types
17 listed

Services

Coordinator on the day
Yes

Best weather to marry

Aisle estimate
  1. January: good
  2. February: good
  3. March: good
  4. April: good
  5. May: good
  6. June: best
  7. July: best
  8. August: best
  9. September: best
  10. October: good
  11. November: good
  12. December: good
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Getting there

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Nearest airport
OOL
Parking
Yes
Phone
(07) 5509 8000
Answered by the venue in local hours.

Reviews of Imperial Hotel Gold Coast

“We stayed in this hotel with my husband to celebrate my 30th birthday after having to find alternative accommodation elsewhere, and it turned out to be a great choice, especially considering we booked at the last minute and got a really…”

L.M. BrownRead the whole review on Google

4.2out of 5, from 3,060 Google reviews

Questions about the venue

Where a number is our estimate, we say so.

How many guests can the venue hold?
The venue seats up to 450 for a ceremony, 220 for seated dining, and holds 350 guests standing for a cocktail-style reception.
Can guests stay on site?
Yes. The hotel has 200 rooms, with options including Superior King, Lagoon Suite, Broadwater Suite, Imperial Suite and two- and three-bedroom condos on the rooftop, pool and mid levels. Three-bedroom condos accommodate up to six guests.
Is catering provided by the venue?
Yes, catering is in-house and there is a bar on site.
What happens if it rains during an outdoor ceremony or reception?
The venue offers both indoor and outdoor reception spaces and has an indoor backup option available.
How do we enquire about wedding packages?
Email events@theimperialgc.com.au, call +61 7 5509 8000, or visit https://www.theimperialgc.com.au/weddings. Pricing is quoted in AUD and an on-site coordinator is available.

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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.

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Sources for individual venue facts

  • Seated dinner: 220 guests

    “Setting the scene for grandeur, La Medusa Ballroom can accommodate ceremonies for up to 450 guests and wedding receptions for up to 220 guests.”
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  • Standing reception: 350 guests

    “La Medusa Ballroom can accommodate 240 seated guests, plus bridal table or 350 cocktail style reception.”
    Read the source for standing reception

  • Ceremony, seated: 450 guests

    “Setting the scene for grandeur, La Medusa Ballroom can accommodate ceremonies for up to 450 guests and wedding receptions for up to 220 guests.”
    Read the source for ceremony, seated

  • Rooms: 200 rooms

    “Discover luxury accommodation at Imperial Hotel Gold Coast with 200 light-filled bedrooms and suites distinguished by signature amenities...”
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  • Room types: 17 listed

    “Two Bedroom Condo (Rooftop)”
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  • Indoor option if it rains: Yes

    “The La Medusa Lobby is a perfect all-weather solution featuring an intricate marble floor and wall of bright frosted windows, accommodating ceremonies for up to 120 guests.”
    Read the source for indoor option if it rains

  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Select from a range of dining concepts or work directly with our Chef to create a bespoke menu tailored to suit you.”
    Read the source for in-house catering

  • Bar on site: Yes

    “Linger longer and enjoy a drink to unwind in Le Jardin Bar.”
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  • Nearest airport: OOL

    “OOL”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “Private parking is possible on site for free.”
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  • Event spaces: Conference space, ballroom and banquet hall

    “Conference space”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Setting the scene for grandeur, La Medusa Ballroom can accommodate ceremonies for up to 450 guests and wedding receptions for up to 220 guests.”
    Read the source for reception indoors

  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “Set within the stunning Water Salon, the Terrace is an inspirational venue with a stunning vertical mosaic and smoothing water feature creating a Mediterranean atmosphere and a stunning backdrop for a seasonal cocktail style soiree or a splendorous sit down alfresco style for up to 120 guests.”
    Read the source for reception outdoors

  • Swimming pool: Yes

    “Enjoy our lagoon-style pool with cabanas and host your next event in our elegant ballrooms.”
    Read the source for swimming pool

  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “Focused on crafting deeply personal and unforgettable celebrations, our Venue Coordinator works seamlessly alongside your wedding planner and chosen suppliers to bring your vision to life.”
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