Wedding Venues
Enchanting Spaces to Say "I Do"
The Kahala Hotel & Resort offers a variety of distinct locations to perfectly suit your big day, from an intimate ceremony with oceanfront views to a lavish ballroom wedding.
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Waialae Ballroom
With an elegant waterfall feature outside and decadent interiors, this ballroom offers over 2,700 square feet of possibilities and can accommodate 40 to 120 people based on the function.
Kahala o Ke Kai
This prime oceanfront room offers unparalleled views of the Pacific with folding glass doors that open to a pristine lawn area. The 16’ x 48’ function space seats a maximum of 40 guests using four rounds of 10 or up to 30 guests at a large oval-shaped table. With its indoor/outdoor functionality, Kahala o Ke Kai is the ideal room for an intimate morning or evening event.
Plumeria Grove
This gorgeous oceanfront setting includes a pristine lawn and elegant gazebo ideal for a romantic outdoor ceremony. With breathtaking views of the Pacific, Plumeria Grove evokes the true meaning of wedding in paradise.
Photo courtesy of Watabe Wedding.
Photo courtesy of Watabe Wedding.
Maile Ballroom
The expansive ballroom, complete with gorgeous glass chandeliers and overlooking a private lagoon, can host up to 450 people across its 8,800 square feet.
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The Kahala Hotel & Resort offers picture-perfect surroundings and legendary service to bring your bridal dreams to life. Browse stunning decor, elegant table settings, breathtaking venues and more.
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Since its opening in 1964, The Kahala Hotel & Resort has continuously hosted world leaders and Hollywood icons. With its legendary service, enviable amenities and perfect location, see for yourself why The Kahala is the ideal venue for your next event.
Indoor Wedding Locations
The Maile Ballroom
One large ballroom that can accommodate up to 300 which can be subdivided into three sections: Maile Makai, Maile Koko Head and Maile Mauka
Airwall doors between ballroom and foyer area may be opened to create a larger airier space for guests.
Depending on set-up, about 300 within ballroom doors (entire room) or 100 per section (subject to change depending on dance floor, video, head table, etc.)
Maile Ballroom including Foyer
Cocktails may be served in foyer area directly in front of ballroom
Floor to ceiling glass window in prefunction (foyer)
Waialae Ballroom
Floor to ceiling glass window on one side of room overlooks waterfall garden
Spotlight on waterfall in the evening as well as tiki torches
Maximum of 100 without dance floor (better number is usually 80-90 for weddings due to dance floor, video, head table, etc.)
Cocktails may be served outside by waterfall (weather permitting)
Allow guests to mingle with cocktails in the ballroom while the bride and groom are with the photographer (we regret that cocktails may not be served in lower lobby as it is a common area)
Kahala o Ke Kai — Reception (using room only)
Prime Oceanfront room (16’ x 48’) with folding glass doors that open to lawn area
Maximum of 40 guests using four rounds of 10 (not one seat more) or oval shaped table up to 30 guests
Amplification is not allowed for evening events (microphone, sound system, etc.) due to nearby condominiums
events conclude by 10:00pm
View our wedding reception amenities brochure & visit the Hawaii state website for marriage license information.
