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Queen Kapiolani Hotel

 

Queen Kapiolani Hotel

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The Queen Kapi’olani Hotel is surrounded by a legacy of inspiration. From the Queen herself to a Golden Age of history, imagination, taste and fun living for all those who have experienced Waikiki at her finest throughout the years. Celebrate the most important day of your life in beautiful Waikiki at the foot of beautiful Diamond Head.
Located at 150 Kapahulu Ave. Honolulu, Hawaii 96815.

Ceremony designed for up to 150 guests. Reception designed for 150 guests.

Do you need 10 rooms or more, please contact jogata@queenkapiolani.com about our special Room Block rates.
*Limited valet parking only.

 
 
Queen Kapiolani Hotel Wedding Ceremony on the Lanai

Queen Kapiolani Hotel Ceremony Packages

CEREMONY ONLY PACKAGES
Our All-Inclusive Wedding Ceremony Packages are perfect for the couple looking for a beautiful ceremony that’s walking distance to the beach and gorgeous views with Diamond Head.

REHEARSAL
The rehearsal will be done during the first 30 minutes of the reservation time.

RESERVATION TIMES (2 Hours)
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Simplicity Package - $2,000

• 2 Hour Lanai reservation on wedding day.
• Up to 30 chiavari chairs for ceremony.
• Officiant & Romantic Marriage Ceremony Including:
- Vows - Traditional Or Customized.
- Children’s Ceremony (For Blended Families).
 - Blessing Of The Wedding Rings.
- Traditional Hawaiian Lei Exchange.
• Official Marriage License Processing (After Ceremony).
• On-Site Ceremony Specialist to assist you during your wedding.
• Beautiful “Married In Hawaii” Keepsake Certificate.
• Recommendations For After Your Ceremony.

Picture Perfect Package - $3,300

• 2 Hour Lanai reservation on wedding day.
• Up to 30 chiavari chairs for ceremony.
• Officiant & Romantic Marriage Ceremony Including:
- Vows - Traditional Or Customized.
- Children’s Ceremony (For Blended Families).
 - Blessing Of The Wedding Rings.
- Traditional Hawaiian Lei Exchange.
• Official Marriage License Processing (After Ceremony).
• On-Site Ceremony Specialist to assist you during your wedding.
• Beautiful “Married In Hawaii” Keepsake Certificate.
• Recommendations For After Your Ceremony.
• Certified Professional Photographer for 2 hours.
- Custom Online Photo Gallery to View and Share with Friends and Family.
- 120 Digital Images with Print Release.
• Ukulele Musician for Your Wedding Ceremony.

Forever Package - $4,800

• 2 Hour Lanai reservation on wedding day.
• Up to 30 chiavari chairs for ceremony.
• Officiant & Romantic Marriage Ceremony Including:
- Vows - Traditional Or Customized.
- Children’s Ceremony (For Blended Families).
 - Blessing Of The Wedding Rings.
- Traditional Hawaiian Lei Exchange.
• Official Marriage License Processing (After Ceremony).
• On-Site Ceremony Specialist to assist you during your wedding.
• Beautiful “Married In Hawaii” Keepsake Certificate.
• Recommendations For After Your Ceremony.
• Certified Professional Photographer for 2 hours.
- Custom Online Photo Gallery to View and Share with Friends and Family.
- 120 Digital Images with Print Release.
• Ukulele Musician for Your Wedding Ceremony.
• Certified Videographer for 2 hours.
- Downloadable 3-5 Minute Highlight Video.

Premium Package - $5,800

• 2 Hour Lanai reservation on wedding day.
• Up to 30 chiavari chairs for ceremony.
• Officiant & Romantic Marriage Ceremony Including:
- Vows - Traditional Or Customized.
- Children’s Ceremony (For Blended Families).
 - Blessing Of The Wedding Rings.
- Traditional Hawaiian Lei Exchange.
• Official Marriage License Processing (After Ceremony).
• On-Site Ceremony Specialist to assist you during your wedding.
• Beautiful “Married In Hawaii” Keepsake Certificate.
• Recommendations For After Your Ceremony.
• Certified Professional Photographer for 2 hours.
- Custom Online Photo Gallery to View and Share with Friends and Family.
- 120 Digital Images with Print Release.
- Digital Photos Sent in 7 Days.
• Ukulele Musician for Your Wedding Ceremony.
• Certified Videographer for 2 hours.
- Downloadable 3-5 Minute Highlight Video.
• White Orchid Bride Lei.
• Kukui Nut with Mock Orange Groom Lei.
• Bride Hair & Makeup.
• Flower Shower.

 

Queen Kapiolani Hotel Ceremony & Reception Packages

CEREMONY & RECEPTION PACKAGES
Our Wedding Ceremony & Reception Packages are perfect for the couple looking for a beautiful ceremony and reception at one location. Its walking distance to Waikiki beach and gorgeous views of Diamond Head make a picturesque backdrop.

RESERVATION TIMES
10:00 am - 2:00 pm (Lunch)
4:00 pm - 10:00 pm (Dinner)

FOOD & BEVERAGE MINIMUMS
30-50 Guests: $2,000 for lunch / $4,000 for dinner
50-75 Guests: $4,000 for lunch / $6,000 for dinner
75-100 Guests: $5,000 for lunch / $8,000 for dinner
100+ Guests: $6,000 for lunch / $10,000 for dinner

Ceremony & Lunch Reception - $3,800

• 4 hour property reservation on wedding day at Leahi Ballroom & Lanai: (10:00 am - 2:00 pm).
• Gorgeous outdoor ceremony on Lanai with Diamond Head as your background.
• Undecorated wooden arch.
• 30 chiavari chairs for ceremony.
• Officiant & Romantic Marriage Ceremony Including:
Vows - Traditional Or Customized.
Children’s Ceremony (For Blended Families).
 Blessing Of The Wedding Rings.
Traditional Hawaiian Lei Exchange.
• Official Marriage License Processing (After Ceremony).
• Beautiful “Married In Hawaii” Keepsake Certificate.
• (1) Satellite Bar
• (1) Bartender
• Up to 15 70 In Round Dinner Tables
• Up to 150 Chairs For Reception
• (1) 6’ Rectangle Sweetheart Table
• (3) Round Cocktail Tables
• (1) Small Round Cake Table
• (1) DJ Table & 2 Chairs
• (1) Photobooth Table
• (1) Sign In Table
• White Linen
• White Napkins
• Standard Plates, Glassware and Silverware

To be billed separately: Food & beverage minimum, 20% food & beverage service fee, 4.712% Hawaii state tax.

Ceremony & Dinner Reception - $4,700

• 6 hour property reservation on wedding day at Leahi Ballroom & Lanai: (4:00 pm - 10:00 pm).
• Gorgeous outdoor ceremony on Lanai with Diamond Head as your background.
• Undecorated wooden arch.
• 30 chiavari chairs for ceremony.
• Officiant & Romantic Marriage Ceremony Including:
Vows - Traditional Or Customized.
Children’s Ceremony (For Blended Families).
 Blessing Of The Wedding Rings.
Traditional Hawaiian Lei Exchange.
• Official Marriage License Processing (After Ceremony).
• Beautiful “Married In Hawaii” Keepsake Certificate.
• (1) Satellite Bar
• (1) Bartender
• Up to 15 70 In Round Dinner Tables
• Up to 150 Chairs For Reception
• (1) 6’ Rectangle Sweetheart Table
• (3) Round Cocktail Tables
• (1) Small Round Cake Table
• (1) DJ Table & 2 Chairs
• (1) Photobooth Table
• (1) Sign In Table
• White Linen
• White Napkins
• Standard Plates, Glassware and Silverware

To be billed separately: Food & beverage minimum, 20% food & beverage service fee, 4.712% Hawaii state tax.

Queen Kapiolani Hotel Reception Only Packages

RECEPTION ONLY
Our Wedding Reception Packages are perfect for the couple looking for a beautiful ceremony and reception right after. that’s walking distance to the beach and gorgeous views with Diamond Head as a backdrop.

RESERVATION TIMES
11:00 am - 2:00 pm (Lunch)
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (Dinner)

FOOD & BEVERAGE MINIMUMS
30-50 Guests: $2,000 for lunch / $4,000 for dinner
50-75 Guests: $4,000 for lunch / $6,000 for dinner
75-100 Guests: $5,000 for lunch / $8,000 for dinner
100+ Guests: $6,000 for lunch / $10,000 for dinner

Lunch Reception - $2,100

11:00 am - 2:00 pm.

• 3 hour property reservation on wedding day at Leahi Ballroom & Lanai: (11:00 am - 2:00 pm).
• Reception tables and chairs for up to 150 guests.
• (1) Satellite Bar
• (1) Bartender
• Up to 15 70 In Round Dinner Tables
• Up to 150 Chairs For Reception
• (1) 6’ Rectangle Sweetheart Table
• (3) Round Cocktail Tables
• (1) Small Round Cake Table
• (1) DJ Table & 2 Chairs
• (1) Photobooth Table
• (1) Sign In Table
• White Linen
• White Napkins
• Standard Plates, Glassware and Silverware

To be billed separately: Food & beverage minimum, 20% food & beverage service fee, 4.712% Hawaii state tax.

Dinner Reception - $3,600

5:00 pm - 10:00 pm.

• 5 hour property reservation on wedding day at Leahi Ballroom & Lanai: (5:00 pm - 10:00 pm).
• Reception tables and chairs for up to 150 guests.
• (1) Satellite Bar
• (1) Bartender
• Up to 15 70 In Round Dinner Tables
• Up to 150 Chairs For Reception
• (1) 6’ Rectangle Sweetheart Table
• (3) Round Cocktail Tables
• (1) Small Round Cake Table
• (1) DJ Table & 2 Chairs
• (1) Photobooth Table
• (1) Sign In Table
• White Linen
• White Napkins
• Standard Plates, Glassware and Silverware

To be billed separately: Food & beverage minimum, 20% food & beverage service fee, 4.712% Hawaii state tax.

Queen Kapiolani Hotel Wedding Menu

*Please note that our menu and prices are seasonal and subject to change without notice.

Available Ceremony Add-Ons

Travel fees may apply. *Drone based on availability and/or weather permitting.

Available Reception Add-Ons

SITE TOUR
15 minute venue tour / $50

ADDITIONAL TIME
1 hour / $1,000

DESIGN & COORDINATION SERVICES
Day of Event / $2,900
Partial Planning / $4,900
Full Service Planning / $9,000

HAIR & MAKEUP
Bride Hair and Makeup / $330
Bride Hair and Makeup Rehearsal / $275
Bride Hair or Makeup / $250
Bridesmaid Hair & Makeup / $275
Bridesmaid Hair or Makeup / $250

NON-DENOMINATIONAL OFFICIANT
Ceremony / $275

RENTALS
Additional Chiavari Chairs / $5 each

CEREMONY ENTERTAINMENT
Harp / $385
Ukulele or Guitar / $300
Hula Dancer and Ukulele / $450

FLOWERS
Purple Orchid Guest Lei / $30
White Orchid Bride Lei / $35
Kukui Nut Mock Orange Male Lei / $35
Ti Leaf Maile Groom Lei / $125
Boutonniere / $30
White Orchid Flower Crown / $125
Bridal Bouquet / $330
Flower Shower / $200

CEREMONY PHOTOGRAPHY (2 hours)
Photographer (2 hours) / $900
Additional Hour / $450
Digital photos sent in 7 days / $200

CEREMONY VIDEOGRAPHY (2 hours)
3-5 minute highlight video / $1,400
*Drone Footage Add On / $400

RECEPTION PHOTOGRAPHY (5 Hours)
Photographer (5 hour coverage) / $2,200
Additional Hour / $450
Digital photos sent in 7 Days / $200

RECEPTION VIDEOGRAPHY (5 Hours)
3-5 minute highlight video (5 hour coverage) / $4,500
*Drone Footage Add On / $550

COCKTAIL HOUR ENTERTAINMENT
Cocktail Hour with Ukulele or Guitar / $400
Cocktail Hour with Hula Dancer and Ukulele / $600
Cocktail Hour with Harp / $385

RECEPTION ENTERTAINMENT & LIGHTING
Photo Booth (3 Hours) / $1,100
Reception DJ (5 Hours) / $1,600
Half Room Uplighting / $600
Full Room Uplighting / $1,200

Queen Kapiolani Hotel Wedding Gallery

Frequently Asked Wedding Questions for Queen Kapiolani Hotel

Ceremony Questions

  • Yes, $5 for an additional chair.

  • We can fit up to 100 chairs outside.

  • Height is 83in, Width is 65in, Depth is 13in.

  • Dogs are permitted on the Leahi Lanai as long as they remain on leash and do not cause a disturbance. $125/pet (for up to two pets)
    $500/event (for more than 2 pets)

Reception Questions

  • White table linens, white napkins, silverware, glassware, and plates are included.

  • Two hours before your event.If vendors arrive prior to that time, there will be a fee.

  • Your onsite coordinator.

  • The Queen Kapiolani Event Manager.

  • Round tables are 70” in diameter or Long tables (6ft).

  • We recommend 8 guests per round table. We can accommodate up to 10 guests per table with a place setting restrictions.

  • Rectangle tables are 6ft:”72.00" x 29.75" x 29.13" (L/W/H).

  • Round tables are 30” diameter, 30” height (low table), 42” height (high table).

  • Yes, we offer a commercial Bluetooth speaker set for rental to play your own music, or please consider hiring a DJ.

  • Dancing / DJ music is allowed inside the ballroom with the doors closed after dinner. No loud music can be amplified on the lanai. Ceremony music, and “first dance” music is allowed on the lanai.

  • Yes.

  • 15 minutes before scheduled end time.

Bar Questions

  • When planning an event, the bar setup significantly shapes the guest experience. Understanding the distinctions between an open bar, partially open bar, and cash bar is crucial for making the right choice.

    Open Bar: Ultimate Hospitality

    An open bar is a generous offering where all drinks are complimentary, covered entirely by the host. It creates a relaxed atmosphere but requires careful oversight to ensure responsible drinking.

    Partially Open Bar: Balancing Generosity and Budget

    This option provides a middle ground, offering some complimentary drinks or covering a limited time frame. It balances hospitality with cost control, allowing hosts to manage expenses while still providing a degree of free service.

    Cash Bar: Guest-Paid Beverages

    In a cash bar setup, guests pay for their drinks. While it might seem less hospitable, it’s practical for budget-conscious events and gives guests more control over their choices.

  • No, the satellite bar set-up and bartender is included in the package.

  • No, the bar is a separate business and drinks from the restaurant cannot be brought into the Leahi Room & Lanai.

Reservation Questions

  • Our site tours are done Monday - Saturday from 11::00 am - 4:00 pm. Site Tour Reservations are required.

  • We start booking 18 months before your wedding date.

  • After you have selected one of our venues, wedding date and time of ceremony, one of our reservation agents will email you a proposal/contract. Due to our high interest in our properties, dates and venues are not officially held or confirmed until a 50% non-refundable deposit and signed contract is received. Once the signed contract and deposit is received, you will receive a confirmation 24-48 hours officially confirming your booking.

  • We do not hold dates due to our high interest in our properties. Dates and venues are not officially held or confirmed until a 50% non-refundable deposit and singed contract is received.

  • After we’ve received your signed contract and 50% non-refundable deposit, one of our on-site ceremony specialists will contact you via email to start the exciting process.

  • The damage deposit check will not be cashed unless needed. If not needed we will destroy the check.

Food & Beverage Questions

  • The Queen Kapiolani Event Manager.

  • Your Food & Beverage minimum based on your guest count is due 30 days prior to the Function

  • LUNCH
    30-50 Guests: $2,000
    50-75 Guests: $4,000
    75-100 Guests: $5,000
    100+ Guests: $6,000

    DINNER
    30-50 Guests: $4,000
    50-75 Guests: $6,000
    75-100 Guests: $8,000
    100+ Guests: $10,000

  • Yes, we have white linen and napkins, round white plate (10.5 inches in diameter) silverware, and glassware.

  • We will take the dietary request two weeks prior to the event.

  • Inside on the East side of the room

  • Leftovers from a buffet will not be removable due to State of Hawaii Health Regulations.

  • No.

  • Yes. We require wedding cakes that will be served to be produced in a commercial bakery that has liability insurance.

Parking Questions

  • There is limited valet parking upon availability which is $10.00 with validation. Additional public parking is available directly across the street at The Honolulu Zoo which is $1.50 per hour.

Queen Kapiolani Hotel Reservation Form

Important Disclosures

RESERVATIONS
To reserve your wedding date, a 50% non-refundable booking fee is required. This allows us to begin the planning process for your event and secure your date and time. Start by filling out our online reservation form and we will email you a contract where you will be able to sign and pay your deposit online. Your non-refundable deposit will be applied towards the total cost of your wedding.

Once we receive your contract, along with your deposit, we will contact you by email with your wedding confirmation. In your confirmation e-mail, you will find instructions with the next steps of the planning process.

PHOTOGRAPHY
Our photographers are highly trained to capture the excitement and emotion of the day; your wedding day photos will be treasures for a lifetime. Our 30 minute photo shoot includes 15 ceremony images, 5 family images, 10 couple images. Additional photo time may be required for groups over 30. You may order additional photography by the half hour if you wish to have more photographs taken.

4-6 weeks after the event you will receive an email link providing access to your personalized photo gallery. The gallery will provide you access to download the hi-resolution digital images from the event. All images must be downloaded within 30 days as images will no longer be available after this date. The high-resolution digital images come with a non-commercial print release.

VIDEOGRAPHY
Our videographers use the latest, state-of-the-art equipment and fully edited. Our 3-5 minute video captures highlights of your event. Family & friends who were unable to attend will experience the amazing day. A treasure you will cherish all of your lives.

6-8 weeks after the event, we will email you a link to your edited video. All files need to be downloaded within 30 days as videos will no longer be available after this date. Due to the extremely large files related to the video, any changes or customizations needs to be submitted in writing no later than four weeks after your service as video files are no longer available after this point.