OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort
Guests arrive directly onto Waikiki Beach's golden sand, where the OUTRIGGER Reef positions your ceremony steps from the Pacific and your reception within sight of Diamond Head.
OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort is a hotel destination wedding venue in HI, United States, hosting 20 to 800 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) (HNL), 20-30 minutes. Best months: March, September, October, December.
About OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort
Guests arrive directly onto Waikiki Beach's golden sand, where the OUTRIGGER Reef positions your ceremony steps from the Pacific and your reception within sight of Diamond Head.
With 804 guest rooms on property, your entire wedding party wakes to ocean views and sunset cocktails become a natural extension of celebration.
The resort's beachfront location means memorable arrivals by outrigger canoe or traditional Hawaiian welcome experiences that set the tone before anyone takes a seat.
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Outstanding Stay – 6 Nights / 7 Days of Pure Enjoyment We recently enjoyed an exceptional 6-night, 7-day stay at this wonderful hotel, and the experience exceeded all expectations.
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The ceremony
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- HNL, 30 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Coastal, modern, elegantAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 804 rooms on-site accommodate 100+ overnight guests with direct beach access
- Beachfront ceremony locations with unobstructed Diamond Head and Waikiki coastline views
- Multiple indoor and outdoor reception spaces ranging from 50 to 800+ guests
- On-property luau and Hawaiian cultural activities available for welcome events
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- Guest arrivals; check-in and welcome reception at resort bar overlooking beach
- Welcome dinner at beachfront restaurant or private dining space
- Ceremony setup; hair/makeup services in bridal suite
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- HNL · about 30 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL).
- Typical total
- $35,000-75,000Aisle estimate
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$35,000-75,000 (50-75 guests with accommodations, 3-night stay)
- Ceremony fee
- $2,500-5,000Aisle estimate
- Reception
- $150-250 a headAisle estimate
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$150-250 (food and beverage)
- Room rate
- $250-600 a nightAisle estimate
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$250-600 (guest room rates, 804 available)
- Weather window
- September – October
The months the weather is kindest, with March and December mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- (808) 923-3111
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Estimates exclude florals, photography, entertainment, and miscellaneous rentals. Wedding coordinator fees typically $1,500-3,000. Beach permits ($50-100) required separately.
Questions about the venue
Can we get married directly on the beach?+
Yes. The resort offers beachfront ceremony spaces with ocean backdrops. Beach ceremonies require permits through the City & County of Honolulu; the resort's wedding team manages the coordination.
What's the latest we can have an outdoor reception?+
Sunset receptions typically conclude by 9 PM due to beach park regulations. Indoor venues allow later events with no time restrictions.
Are there vegetarian and dietary accommodation options?+
Yes. The resort's culinary team works with all dietary needs including vegan, gluten-free, and cultural preferences. Discuss specifics during catering consultations.
Do guests need a car to get around?+
No. The resort sits in central Waikiki within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and attractions. Rideshare services operate throughout the neighborhood.
What time of year is best for a beach wedding here?+
April through October offers calmer ocean conditions and lower rainfall.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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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.
Sources for individual venue facts
Outdoor ceremony: Yes
“Open-air yet intimate, our Ae Kai Courtyard is a romantic setting in the heart of our resort—perfect for saying 'I do.'”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyIndoors or out: Both
“From intimate wedding ceremonies, receptions, and beachfront Hawaiian vow renewals, OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort features more than 12,500 square feet of indoor and outdoor venues.”
Read the source for indoors or out