Estate

The Private Garden Aloha Ke Akua

Name: The Private Garden Aloha Ke Akua
Address: 47-507 Kamehameha Highway, Kaneohe, Hawaii, 96744, US
Telephone: (808) 478-4052
Price range: $$$
Rating: 4.5

HI 96744, USA, United States20–150 guests$$$4.5(56)

Type:Estate

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Honolulu International Airport (Daniel K. Inouye International Airport) (HNL), 30-40 minutes depending on traffic

Best months:January, February, November, December

Built in the 1970s as a private family estate, The Private Garden Aloha Ke Akua has been meticulously restored to showcase its lush tropical grounds and elegant architecture. Located on Kamehameha Highway in Kaneohe, this 47-acre property offers an authentic Hawaiian venue experience with manicured gardens, ocean views, and authentic island character. The estate combines vintage Hawaiian hospitality with modern event infrastructure, hosting up to 150 guests across multiple garden spaces.

Highlights

47-acre private estate originally built in 1970s with complete restoration
Capacity ranges from 20 to 150 guests with multiple ceremony and reception spaces
Authentic Hawaiian botanical gardens with native and tropical plantings throughout grounds
Ocean views of Kane'ohe Bay and Kailua windward coast from select garden areas
Licensed venue partner with Saison des Brides Hawaii for full wedding coordination

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeEstate

Price range$$$

LocationUnited States

Nearest airportHNL

Phone(808) 478-4052

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Best time to get married at The Private Garden Aloha Ke Akua

The ideal months for a wedding at The Private Garden Aloha Ke Akua in HI 96744, United States are January, February, November, and December. These months balance warm daytime temperatures, low rainfall, and the highest sunshine hours of the year — the best window for outdoor ceremonies and reception dining. Expect daytime highs around 78°F (25°C) during the peak season.

Plan your wedding at The Private Garden Aloha Ke Akua

Getting there

Honolulu International Airport (Daniel K. Inouye International Airport) (HNL)

30-40 minutes depending on traffic to venue

Rental car

$50-80/day rental; parking included at venue

30-40 minutes from HNL · Self-drive via HI-83 North to Kamehameha Highway, scenic coastal route

Ride-share (Uber/Lyft)

$45-70 per trip from airport

35-45 minutes · Available from airport directly to 47-507 Kamehameha Hwy

Private car service

$80-150 per vehicle

30-40 minutes · Recommended for wedding parties; available through Saison des Brides Hawaii

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

$1,200-2,000 (venue rental for ceremony space)

Reception (per guest)

$85-150 (with approved external caterer)

Accommodation (per night)

$150-350 (nearby hotels/vacation rentals in Kaneohe; not on-site)

Estimated total

$8,500-25,000+ (100-guest wedding including venue, catering, coordination services)

Pricing varies by guest count, day of week, and season. Saison des Brides Hawaii offers full-service wedding planning packages. Estimate does not include florals, photography, music, or bar service.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday (2 days before)

4:00 PMRehearsal and welcome dinner in garden pavilion

Saturday (Wedding day)

10:00 AMGuest arrival; breakfast and coffee in reception garden

Saturday

2:00 PMCeremony in primary garden space

3:30 PMCocktail hour with ocean views; garden photography

5:00 PMReception dinner and dancing under string lights

10:00 PMEvent conclusion and guest departure

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Weather

April

Temperature

77°F

Low: 69°F

Rainfall

29 days

259mm total

Sunshine

10.9 hrs

per day avg

Best months for outdoor weddings: January, February, November, December

4.5

56 Google reviews

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Jaron Jones

Beautiful venue for a reception. Very scenic with the sunset and mountains in the back ground.

7 months ago

Pono Guerrero

This was a beautiful property well maintained and taken care of.

3 years ago

Went to a wedding here. The owners did a fantastic job very nice and personable. The scenery was breath taking

9 months ago

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Frequently asked questions

What time of year is best for a wedding at this venue?

November through March offers the most consistent weather on Oahu's windward side, though the estate is operational year-round. Summer months (May-September) can experience afternoon showers typical to the Kaneohe area.

Is there lodging available on the property?

The estate itself is primarily a day-use venue. However, Kaneohe and nearby Kailua offer numerous vacation rentals and hotels within 5-15 minutes of the property.

Can we have both ceremony and reception here?

Yes, the 47-acre grounds accommodate multiple ceremony locations in the gardens and separate reception spaces, allowing for a complete event flow on one property.

What catering options are available?

The venue works with approved external caterers. Saison des Brides Hawaii can recommend vendors experienced with estate weddings and Hawaiian-inspired menus.

Is the venue accessible by car?

Yes, ample parking is available on the estate grounds. The address is 47-507 Kamehameha Highway, Kaneohe, approximately 30 minutes from Honolulu International Airport.