The Ilikai Chapel

Perfect for your Hawaii Wedding Ceremony & Reception

The Ilikai Chapel - Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about hosting your special day at the Ilikai Chapel, celebrated as one of the best chapels in Hawaii. From details about our ceremony and reception packages to guidance on planning your destination wedding in Waikiki, our Frequently Asked Questions page is here to help. Whether you’re wondering about guest capacity, timelines, or add-on services, you’ll find helpful information to make planning your Hawaii wedding simple and stress-free.

Ceremony Questions

  • The ceremony takes around 15-20 minutes depending if you include personal vows.

  • A typical ceremony timeline includes the Welcome Statement, Personal Vows, Exchange of Rings, The Kiss, Recessional.

  • You will be given instructions prior to your wedding day and we will conduct a 30 minute rehearsal right before your ceremony.

Reservation Questions

  • 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.

A  Hawaiian wedding ceremony with the bride and groom celebrating in a room overlooking the ocean. Guests, including a woman taking a photo, are present, and a musician plays a ukulele.