Big Island wedding locations

Nestled in a small bay between Mauna Kea Beach and Spencer Beach, Mau'umae Beach is protected from the wind. This quiet beach is beautiful and just about irresistible with its white sands.

If you are looking for a beach wedding on the Big Island of Hawaii, complete with a catered dinner, food truck or luxury beach picnic, look no further than the Kona Sea Salt Farm.

Renowned Mauna Kea Beach is best noted for its powdery white sand and turquoise-blue waters. This sprawling beach adjoins the luxurious Mauna Kea Beach Hotel.

Kikaua Point Beach Park is one of our favorite locations because it truly has it all – a white sandy beach with beautiful fine white sand, exquisite lava rock formations, palm trees, a grassy area where we can set up chairs, shade, sun, and turquoise waters.

The secluded white sand beach at Coconut Grove is a five minute walk from the Fairmont, and feels completely private once you arrive. The name refers to the beautiful palm trees that provide cool shade on all sides, allowing for weddings at any time of day.

This remote beach lies to the north of the more popular and crowded beaches on the Big Island, while still being convenient to the Fairmont Orchid. The white sand is punctuated by black lava flows near the water’s edge and framed by dense brush at the top.

Haleakalā National Park is a stunning, out of this world location on the island of Maui.

For a large romantic wedding on the Big Island, look no further than Ohana Retreat. This historic Hawaiian estate features tennis courts, vast amenities, and a splendid lawn that can accommodate up to 75 chairs for your ceremony.

For the couple who wants to marry far off the beaten path, there isn’t a better location than our Secret Waterfall. Accessible only by helicopter, this beautiful waterfall pours into a valley surrounded by 1200 ft cliffs that rise above the expansive, lush greenery sprawling across the hills.

For the adventurous couple hoping to wed on a natural white sand beach, look no further than Kekaha Kai State Park (formerly Kona Coast State Park). The trek is well worth the effort as this beach offers some of the most scenic views in all of Hawaii.

When you imagine a Hawaiian beach wedding, you are likely thinking of the splendid Kohanaiki Beach just 10 minutes north of Kailua Kona. Kohanaiki offers the iconic white sand and turquoise water we’ve come to expect from Hawaii’s pristine beaches, and it is easily accessible.

Having the distinction of being one of only four green sand beaches in the world, the secluded Papakōlea Green Sand Beach is the perfect wedding venue for an adventurous couple. Easily one of the most picturesque beaches in Hawaii, Papakōlea features jagged green cliffs rising from the sparkling sand.

Couples looking for a busier, active venue for their nuptials need to look no further than Anaeho'omalu Bay. Known as A-Bay to locals, this classic white sand beach located on the South Kohala coast is a popular destination for travelers and locals alike due to its excellent swimming and snorkeling and its proximity to multiple resorts.

One of the most photographed beaches in Hawaii is the Punalu'u Black Sand Beach. For those who desire the iconic views of black sand meeting crystal blue water, the rustic and rare black sand beach is the perfect venue.

Often overlooked as a wedding location, the Old Kona Airport is a thrilling venue for history buffs and those expecting a dramatic view for their wedding photos. Beyond the old terminal building that is now a public pavilion, the white sand beach features an idyllic shaded palm grove with a spectacular view of the ocean.

Known for its majestic herds of green sea turtles, Kukio Beach & Kukio Overlook provide a truly unique wedding experience for nature lovers. Kukio’s white sandy beach, crystal turquoise water, and panoramic black lava overlook are easily accessible and form the perfect backdrop for romantic photos after your ceremony.