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Spicers Balfour Brisbane is a hotel destination wedding venue in New Farm, Australia, hosting 40 at dinner and 70 standing. Best months: April, June, July, August.

Spicers Balfour Brisbane

New FarmQueensland, Australia

Spicers Balfour Brisbane is a 17-room hotel set in a historic building in New Farm, with gardens for an outdoor ceremony and indoor and outdoor reception options.

Guests
40 at dinner70 standing
Rooms
17 rooms
Cost
A$190 to A$280a head
Ceremony
Outdoor ceremonies
Season
Best weather Jun–AugAisle estimate
Getting there
BNE

About the venue

Spicers Balfour Brisbane is a 17-room hotel set in a historic building in New Farm, with gardens for an outdoor ceremony and indoor and outdoor reception options.

Intimate weddings suit the space best: up to 32 guests seated for a ceremony, 40 seated for dining, and 70 standing for a cocktail-style reception.

In-house catering and an on-site bar support packages from AUD 190 to AUD 280 per head, with catering and drinks included, and an on-site coordinator works through the details with you.

Full venue buyout is available, parking is on site, pets are welcome, and an indoor backup covers wet weather.

  • Historic building with gardens and an outdoor ceremony option, plus indoor backup
  • Capacity for 32 seated at a ceremony, 40 seated for dining, or 70 standing
  • 17 guest rooms, including accessible suites and queen rooms (max 2 guests each)
  • Packages from AUD 190 to AUD 280 per head, including catering and drinks

Short answers

How much does a wedding at Spicers Balfour Brisbane cost?
The venue quotes a$190 to A$280 a head.
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How many guests does Spicers Balfour Brisbane hold?
Spicers Balfour Brisbane holds 40 at dinner and 70 standing.
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Can guests stay at Spicers Balfour Brisbane?
Yes. 17 rooms.
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When is the best time for a wedding at Spicers Balfour Brisbane?
Best weather: June – August.
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How do guests get to Spicers Balfour Brisbane?
Fly into BNE.
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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
40 guests
Standing reception
70 guests
Ceremony, seated
32 guests

Staying over

Rooms
17 rooms
Room types
7 listed
Whole property to yourselves
Yes

House rules

Music until
22:00
Pets
Yes

Best weather to marry

Aisle estimate
  1. January: good
  2. February: good
  3. March: good
  4. April: best
  5. May: good
  6. June: best
  7. July: best
  8. August: best
  9. September: good
  10. October: good
  11. November: good
  12. December: good
Best weatherGoodWeather does not tell you whether a date is free.

Getting there

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Nearest airport
BNE
Parking
Yes

Questions about the venue

Where a number is our estimate, we say so.

How many guests can the venue hold?
Up to 32 guests seated for a ceremony, 40 seated for dining, and 70 standing for a cocktail-style reception.
What is included in the per-head price?
Pricing runs from AUD 190 to AUD 280 per head and includes catering and drinks, prepared in-house.
Can we hold the ceremony outside?
Yes. There are gardens for an outdoor ceremony, and reception can be held indoors or outdoors. An indoor backup space is available if the weather turns.
Is there a noise curfew?
Yes, music and noise must wind down by 22:00.
Can guests stay on site, and are pets allowed?
The hotel has 17 rooms, including Executive Queen and King rooms, the Balfour Suite and accessible options, each sleeping up to 2 guests. Pets are allowed and parking is available on site.

The venue is one part of the budget. Budget a wedding in Australia with Aisle’s calculator: it starts from modelled estimates for food and drink, bedrooms, a welcome dinner and suppliers in Australia, and you can replace each one with a quote.

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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: 40 guests

    “The hotel provides three options for weddings under 40 guests.”
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  • Standing reception: 70 guests

    “The cocktail reception package for 70 guests includes:”
    Read the source for standing reception

  • Ceremony, seated: 32 guests

    “Surrounded by vibrant greenery complemented by the moody black tones of the building, our garden courtyard offers a peaceful outdoor setting for an intimate ceremony with a capacity of 32 guests.”
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  • Rooms: 17 rooms

    “With 17 stylish art deco rooms, 3 chic event spaces, a rooftop bar with stunning views of the Story Bridge and the Brisbane City skyline, and an onsite restaurant & wine bar, the hotel offers warm hospitality in a fashionable location.”
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  • Room types: 7 listed

    “Accessible Suite”
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  • Whole property to yourselves: Yes

    “Tailored wedding packages are available, including exclusive use of the property.”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “Surrounded by vibrant greenery complemented by the moody black tones of the building, our garden courtyard offers a peaceful outdoor setting for an intimate ceremony with a capacity of 32 guests.”
    Read the source for outdoor ceremony

  • Indoor option if it rains: Yes

    “If you envision an elegant indoor ceremony, the Balfour Room is the perfect choice.”
    Read the source for indoor option if it rains

  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Our dedicated culinary team will ensure your special day is accompanied by beautifully crafted menus to savour with your guests.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “With 17 stylish art deco rooms, 3 chic event spaces, a rooftop bar with stunning views of the Story Bridge and the Brisbane City skyline, and an onsite restaurant & wine bar, the hotel offers warm hospitality in a fashionable location.”
    Read the source for bar on site

  • Price: A$190 to A$280 per head

    “Spicers Balfour packages, New Farm A$190 to A$280”
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  • Included: Catering and drinks

    “The first one, The Balfour Eternity features pre-dinner canapés and a delicious 3-course wedding menu with cakeage and a 3-hour beverage package.”
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  • Music until: 22:00

    “Time restrictions: 10:30 PM; music must end by 10:00 PM”
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  • Pets: Yes

    “Welcoming couples, guests, and even furry friends, Spicers Balfour offers an elegant and intimate stay for your special day.”
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  • Nearest airport: BNE

    “BNE”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “Complimentary on-site parking is available for guests of Spicers Balfour Brisbane.”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Located in the heritage-listed Simla building, the Simla Room has an open plan with floor-to-ceiling windows and partitioning walls, perfect for small to medium-sized events with a capacity of 40 guests.”
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  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “Guests of Balfour can choose to dine inside, alfresco on the breezy verandah, or in the leafy courtyard, enjoying the chic, cosy atmosphere with old-school jazz vibes.”
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  • Gardens: Yes

    “Surrounded by vibrant greenery complemented by the moody black tones of the building, our garden courtyard offers a peaceful outdoor setting for an intimate ceremony with a capacity of 32 guests.”
    Read the source for gardens

  • Historic building: Yes

    “Located in the heritage-listed Simla building, the Simla Room has an open plan with floor-to-ceiling windows and partitioning walls, perfect for small to medium-sized events with a capacity of 40 guests.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “In addition to ceremony, reception and accommodation, Spicers Balfour Hotel delivers a range of services including: - Professional event coordination”
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A$190 to A$280a head

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