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THE NICI Bournemouth is a hotel destination wedding venue in Bournemouth, United Kingdom, hosting 150 at dinner and 175 standing.

THE NICI Bournemouth

BournemouthEngland, United Kingdom

THE NICI Bournemouth is a 91-room hotel on the Dorset coast with sea views, gardens, a pool and direct beach access.

Guests
150 at dinner175 standing
Rooms
91 rooms
Cost
£65 to £205a head
Ceremony
Legal ceremony on site
Getting there
BOHabout 12 min by car

About the venue

THE NICI Bournemouth is a 91-room hotel on the Dorset coast with sea views, gardens, a pool and direct beach access.

Couples can hold a legal ceremony on site, move outdoors or indoors for the reception, and seat up to 150 guests for dinner or host 175 standing, with a minimum of 20.

Catering is handled in house, there is a bar on site and a dedicated dance space, and packages run from GBP 65 to GBP 205 per head covering reception space, catering, drinks, furniture and a coordinator.

Rooms range from Cozy Doubles and Standard Doubles to Sea View Suites and a Family Room for four, and both children and pets are welcome.

  • Legal ceremonies on site, plus outdoor ceremony and both indoor and outdoor reception options
  • Seats 150 for dinner or 175 standing, with a 20-guest minimum
  • Packages from GBP 65 to GBP 205 per head, including reception space, catering, drinks, furniture and a coordinator
  • 91 rooms including Suites with Sea View, Garden Suite and a Family Room sleeping four

Short answers

How much does a wedding at THE NICI Bournemouth cost?
The venue quotes £65 to £205 a head.
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How many guests does THE NICI Bournemouth hold?
THE NICI Bournemouth holds 150 at dinner and 175 standing.
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Can guests stay at THE NICI Bournemouth?
Yes. 91 rooms.
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How do guests get to THE NICI Bournemouth?
Fly into BOH, about 12 min by car.
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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
150 guests
Standing reception
175 guests
Smallest party taken
20 guests

Staying over

Rooms
91 rooms
Room types
9 listed
Whole property must be taken with the wedding
No

House rules

Exclusive use required
No
Pets
Yes
Children
Yes

Getting there

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Nearest airport
BOH, 12 min by car

Questions about the venue

Where a number is our estimate, we say so.

Can we legally marry at the venue?
Yes. Legal ceremonies can be held on site, and outdoor ceremonies are also possible.
How many guests can you accommodate?
Up to 150 seated for dining or 175 standing, with a minimum of 20 guests.
What do the wedding packages cost and what is included?
Packages range from GBP 65 to GBP 205 per head, with an off-season rate from GBP 105 per head. They include reception space, catering, drinks, furniture and a coordinator. Full details are at thenici.com/bournemouth/weddings/packages-offers/.
Do we need to book the whole hotel?
No. Neither a full buyout nor exclusive use is required.
Are children and pets welcome?
Yes, both children and pets are allowed. A Family Room sleeping four is available, and the hotel has 91 rooms in total.

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Sources and booking notes

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  • Seated dinner: 150 guests

    “Host up to 150 guests for a seated wedding breakfast or up to 175 for an evening reception.”
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  • Standing reception: 175 guests

    “Host up to 150 guests for a seated wedding breakfast or up to 175 for an evening reception.”
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  • Smallest party taken: 20 guests

    “Minimum Numbers- 20 guests Maximum Numbers- 40 guests”
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  • Rooms: 91 rooms

    “91 Stylishly refurbished guest rooms and suites, ranging from Cosy Doubles to Family Rooms and incredible Sea View Suites, with modern yet tranquil interiors and all the little luxuries you’d expect from a boutique Bournemouth hotel.”
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  • Room types: 9 listed

    “Suite with Balcony”
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  • Whole property must be taken with the wedding: No

    “Guests can opt to stay in our luxurious rooms and elegant suites for the night before your wedding and on the day of your wedding.”
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  • Legal ceremony on site: Yes

    “Whether you envision an indoor or outdoor civil ceremony, THE NICI Bournemouth offers a variety of elegant and stylish settings with stunning views of the coast.”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “Whether you envision an indoor or outdoor civil ceremony, THE NICI Bournemouth offers a variety of elegant and stylish settings with stunning views of the coast.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Our expert chefs craft exquisite menus from the finest fresh ingredients, ensuring a wedding feast that you and your guests will remember for years to come.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “Little Havana is an elegant and inviting space for your wedding celebrations, perfectly positioned between the hotel reception, the bar, and our South Beach restaurant.”
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  • Price: £65 to £205 per head

    “Sunday-Thursday £65pp Friday & Saturday £75pp”
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  • Off-season price: From £105 per head

    “Oct 2026 – Mar 2028 £105pp”
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  • Included: Reception space, catering, drinks, a coordinator and furniture

    “Includes: – Room hire – Ocean Drive – Two glasses of Midas prosecco and four canapés per person for drinks reception – Three-course wedding breakfast – Half a bottle of wine per person – Prosecco toast (one glass per person) – Pampas table centre pieces – In-house stationary including place cards, table menus and table plan – Sea view suite and terrace for your wedding night – Menu tasting – Tables dressed with napkin, crockery, cutlery and glassware – Dedicated Wedding Co-ordinator to help plan your day – Operations Team Member to help guide you through the day itself – Preferential room rates for your wedding party”
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  • Exclusive use required: No

    “Guests can opt to stay in our luxurious rooms and elegant suites for the night before your wedding and on the day of your wedding.”
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  • Pets: Yes

    “At THE NICI we promise the paw-fect stay for both you and your four-legged friend.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “This is the place for all the family from the tots to the teens.”
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  • Nearest airport: BOH, 12 min by car

    “Bournemouth Airport: 12 minute drive”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Celebrate your wedding breakfast in our grand Ballroom before dancing the night away with your closest friends and family.”
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  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “With sweeping views across the ocean and our outdoor pool, plus a private terrace perfect for al fresco ceremonies, drinks receptions, or intimate celebrations, it offers a truly unforgettable setting.”
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  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “Celebrate your wedding breakfast in our grand Ballroom before dancing the night away with your closest friends and family.”
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  • Swimming pool: Yes

    “With a luxury spa, 30m outdoor pool and cabana area, fire pits and so much more, THE NICI is redefining the definition of luxury travel on the south coast.”
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  • Sea view: Yes

    “With panoramic ocean views, refined reception spaces, and a private garden terrace, every detail sets the stage for a truly unforgettable day.”
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  • Beach on foot: Yes

    “Beachfront”
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  • Gardens: Yes

    “With panoramic ocean views, refined reception spaces, and a private garden terrace, every detail sets the stage for a truly unforgettable day.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “Your dedicated wedding coordinator will tailor every detail of your day, from your grand entrance to your fond farewells.”
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£65 to £205a head

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