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Welcome to the Royal Maritime Hotel: A Stunning Wedding Venue in Portsmouth
If you’re dreaming of a wedding venue that combines rich maritime history with elegant style, the Royal Maritime Hotel in Portsmouth, Hampshire, is a perfect choice. This iconic hotel has been hosting unforgettable weddings for decades, offering a unique setting just minutes from the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Gunwharf Quays.
Ceremony and Reception Spaces Tailored to Your Celebration
Licensed for both marriage ceremonies and civil partnerships, the Royal Maritime Hotel lets you celebrate your entire wedding day in one beautiful location. Whether you’re planning a grand affair or an intimate gathering, there’s a space to match your vision:
- The Trafalgar Ballroom: Perfect for large weddings, this grand ballroom can host up to 400 guests for both ceremony and reception. It features full banqueting facilities and a spacious bar, ideal for a lively celebration.
- The Nelson Lounge: For smaller, more intimate weddings, this elegant room accommodates up to 100 guests, making it a great choice for ceremonies and family-focused receptions.
- Below Decks: Looking for a vibrant, unique space for your evening party? Below Decks offers a private bar and dance floor, comfortably hosting up to 100 guests.
Expert Planning and Flexible Wedding Packages
The Royal Maritime Hotel’s dedicated wedding planning team is here to guide you every step of the way. Choose from thoughtfully designed wedding packages or collaborate with the team to create a completely bespoke celebration that reflects your style and preferences. Their in-house coordinator brings expert knowledge and a trusted network of suppliers to ensure every detail is perfectly arranged.
Comfortable Accommodation and Memorable Guest Experience
With 90 comfortable rooms on-site, your guests can stay close to the celebration without any travel hassle. The couple can choose between two beautifully appointed bridal suites for their wedding night. As a special gift, the hotel invites newlyweds back for a complimentary stay to celebrate their first anniversary. Guests can also enjoy the on-site swimming pool and leisure facilities, and start the morning after the wedding with a complimentary full English breakfast in Horatio’s Restaurant.
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- PPeter Bateman26/09/2023Food was excellent.Food was excellent.Here for wedding reception. We stayed the night Friendly staff, helpful. Lovely large room. Food was excellent.Here for wedding reception. We stayed the night Friendly staff, helpful. Lovely large room. Food was excellent.
- GGraham Coles26/09/2023Our special day was amazing!Our special day was amazing!Had my wedding ceremony and reception here, can’t fault anything! The staff were amazing, the service fantastic and the food provided was outstanding! They did everything to ensure our special day was amazing! Can’t thank everyone enoughHad my wedding ceremony and reception here, can’t fault anything! The staff were amazing, the service fantastic and the food provided was outstanding! They did everything to ensure our special day was amazing! Can’t thank everyone enough
- JJennifer Harris26/09/2023Best venue everBest venue everBest venue ever, wedding, sit down meal , food fantastic, wonderful staff, dj and evening buffet the best , fresh and hot, lovely bars, decor brilliant, whole day was amazingBest venue ever, wedding, sit down meal , food fantastic, wonderful staff, dj and evening buffet the best , fresh and hot, lovely bars, decor brilliant, whole day was amazing
- CCharmain Holden26/09/2023The place was so lovely and the staff were so frieThe place was so lovely and the staff were so frieMe and my husband had our wedding venue here, the place was so lovely and the staff were so friendly and helpful. The honeymoon suite was amazing and we had a big bath tub with jets which we sat and enjoyed. Food & drinksThe food and drink were very nice. But the breakfast the next day was exceptional continental and cooked breakfast. Me and my husband still go back to the Royal Maritime club for breakfast sometimes.Me and my husband had our wedding venue here, the place was so lovely and the staff were so friendly and helpful. The honeymoon suite was amazing and we had a big bath tub with jets which we sat and enjoyed. Food & drinksThe food and drink were very nice. But the breakfast the next day was exceptional continental and cooked breakfast. Me and my husband still go back to the Royal Maritime club for breakfast sometimes.
- GGilli Moss26/09/2023The team were fantasticThe team were fantasticBooked the Nelson Lounge for my wedding venue. Dana, Debbie and the team were fantastic in all the arrangements for our initimate wedding reception. The room was decorated perfectly, the food was excellent - we couldnt have wished for more. Debbie answered all the questions we had in the run up to the big day. Everyone really helpful and friendly. Nothing was too much trouble. Thank you once again for making the day memorableBooked the Nelson Lounge for my wedding venue. Dana, Debbie and the team were fantastic in all the arrangements for our initimate wedding reception. The room was decorated perfectly, the food was excellent - we couldnt have wished for more. Debbie answered all the questions we had in the run up to the big day. Everyone really helpful and friendly. Nothing was too much trouble. Thank you once again for making the day memorable
- KKate Keane16/08/2023The whole day was brilliantThe whole day was brilliantGot married there 6 happy years ago! It was amazing! We quite often pop back for drinks! The whole day was brilliant xx Got married there 6 happy years ago! It was amazing! We quite often pop back for drinks! The whole day was brilliant xx
- KKerry Harvey on Facebook09/08/2023Staff outstanding and food amazingStaff outstanding and food amazingWe highly recommend this venue held our wedding reception here and it was an excellent day, staff outstanding and food amazing xWe highly recommend this venue held our wedding reception here and it was an excellent day, staff outstanding and food amazing x
- TTeresa Mclean on Facebook08/08/2023The best day possibleThe best day possibleI had my wedding reception there when it was the royal sailors home club 18 years ago in September and even then the staff and food was amazing and they made our day the best day possible x x I had my wedding reception there when it was the royal sailors home club 18 years ago in September and even then the staff and food was amazing and they made our day the best day possible x x
- HHannah Burnham - Fahey on Facebook08/08/2023The best day everThe best day everThank you so much 💚💗 it was the best day ever! Venue and staff, food.... everything was absolutely amazing! Xx Thank you so much 💚💗 it was the best day ever! Venue and staff, food.... everything was absolutely amazing! Xx
- CClaire Caunt03/08/2023A brilliant day, and a fantastic team A brilliant day, and a fantastic teamHad our wedding there in October 2021, a brilliant day, and a fantastic team who looked after us so well, lots of happy memories x Had our wedding there in October 2021, a brilliant day, and a fantastic team who looked after us so well, lots of happy memories x
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What types of wedding ceremonies are licensed at the Royal Maritime Hotel?
The Royal Maritime Hotel is licensed for both marriage ceremonies and civil partnerships, allowing you to celebrate your union with a legal ceremony in a beautiful setting.
What wedding spaces are available at the Royal Maritime Hotel for different sized celebrations?
The hotel offers three main wedding spaces:
- The Trafalgar Ballroom: Accommodates up to 400 guests, ideal for large weddings with full banqueting facilities and a spacious bar.
- The Nelson Lounge: Suitable for smaller, intimate weddings with up to 100 guests.
- Below Decks: A vibrant evening party space with private bar and dance floor, also welcoming up to 100 guests.
Does the Royal Maritime Hotel offer wedding planning assistance?
Yes, their dedicated wedding planning team provides expert guidance to help you every step of the way. You can select from thoughtfully designed wedding packages or work with the team to create a completely bespoke celebration tailored to your preferences.
Are accommodation options available for wedding guests at the Royal Maritime Hotel?
The hotel features 90 comfortable rooms onsite, allowing guests to stay close to the celebrations. Additionally, the couple can choose from two beautifully appointed bridal suites for their wedding night.
Is there any special offer for newlyweds at the Royal Maritime Hotel?
Yes, as a special gift, the Royal Maritime Hotel invites newlyweds back for a complimentary stay to celebrate their first wedding anniversary.
Can guests enjoy leisure facilities during their stay at the Royal Maritime Hotel?
Guests have access to the on-site swimming pool and leisure facilities, providing relaxation and enjoyment during their visit.
What dining options are available at the Royal Maritime Hotel for wedding guests?
The hotel offers Horatio’s Restaurant where guests can enjoy a complimentary full English breakfast the morning after the wedding, enhancing their stay experience.
Is the Royal Maritime Hotel conveniently located for wedding guests?
Yes, the hotel is located in Portsmouth, Hampshire, just minutes from the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Gunwharf Quays, making it an accessible and scenic venue for wedding celebrations.
Can the Royal Maritime Hotel accommodate both ceremonies and receptions in the same venue?
Absolutely, the Royal Maritime Hotel offers spaces licensed for ceremonies and reception venues on-site, allowing the entire wedding day to be celebrated in one elegant location.
What makes the Royal Maritime Hotel a unique choice for weddings in Portsmouth?
The Royal Maritime Hotel combines rich maritime history with elegant style, providing a stunning and iconic setting. Its range of flexible event spaces, expert planning support, comfortable accommodation, and special guest amenities make it a memorable venue for weddings.
