Today we’re taking a look at one of my favorite wedding venues throughout the islands of Hawaii, Turtle Bay Resort on Oahu! This venue was the site of Keely and Kamu’s wedding day, which is a spectacular showcase of what makes Turtle Bay such a fantastic option for a wedding venue. Today though we’ll be taking a deeper dive into everything the venue offers, from the amenities, to the different spaces available, and more. Check out what makes the Turtle Bay Resort on Oahu a must consider venue for your wedding in Hawaii!
![Bride with beautiful dress and lei headpiece and Groom walk with the Turtle Bay hotel in the background.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/01_bride-and-groom-walk-in-front-of-turtle-bay-wedding-venue-in-oahu-1-683x1024.jpg)
![Bride and Groom sit on wicker thrones and raise their drinks in the air as they celebrate during their wedding reception at Turtle Bay in Oahu Hawaii.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/02_oahu-wedding-inspiration-for-couples-getting-married-in-hawaii-683x1024.jpg)
What Makes Turtle Bay Resort on Oahu Special
Throughout everything that Turtle Bay Resort does, both for their wedding couples and their general guests, there is a commitment to providing THE best possible all around experience. This is reflected through the different offerings available for couples looking to have their wedding here, the amazing experiences available for anyone staying at the resort, and the next level service provided by the incredible staff on site. There’s a great bit that sets the Turtle Bay Resort on Oahu apart from many of the other wedding venue options throughout the islands of Hawaii, so let’s get into the specifics of what makes it so special!
![Bride and Groom pour champagne on champagne tower under lit clear tent during wedding reception at Turtle Bay wedding venue in Oahu Hawaii](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/03_champagne-tower-at-oahu-wedding-venue-in-hawaii-1024x682.jpg)
![Bride in floral decal dress and Groom in white tux stand on Turtle Bay beach surrounded by trees in Oahu Hawaii.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/04_turtle-bay-venue-for-beautiful-oahu-hawaii-wedding-683x1024.jpg)
![Bride in floral decal dress and Groom in white tux kiss on Turtle Bay beach surrounded by trees in Oahu Hawaii.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/05_beach-wedding-portraits-in-oahu-hawaii-683x1024.jpg)
![Bride and Groom kiss in front of flower arch covered in white flowers and greenery with Turtle Bay Hotel in the background.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/06_tropical-flower-arch-inspiration-for-oahu-turtle-bay-wedding-venue-1024x682.jpg)
Multiple Spaces Available
The first area that Turtle Bay Resort on Oahu excels in as a wedding venue of Hawaii is that they offer an incredible variety of locations to choose from for your wedding day. The resort has a total of 8 spaces for couples to choose from, all of which you can use for your ceremony and/or reception! There are 7 outdoor locations and 1 indoor location:
- Secret Cove: A beautiful and secluded beach and lawn area with space for up to 250 seated guests.
- Stables Lawn: The largest location at Turtle Bay Resort, complete with beach access and a massive lawn able to fit 1,500 seated guests.
- Bay View Beach and Lawn: Stunning beach and lawn spaces that are closer to the resort with space for 250 seated guests.
- Kuilima Cove Lawn: Open lawn just outside of the resort, with endless ocean views and space for 200 seated guests.
- Kahuku Terrace: Lawn space just outside of the indoor ballroom with space for 250 seated guests.
- Kuilima Point: Large lawn space separated from the Kahuka Terrace by a pathway. Incredible ocean views and space for 600 seated guests make this a wonderful outdoor option.
- Sunset Pavilion: Semi Indoor space that is perfect for an intimate ceremony and reception, with space for 40 seated guests.
- Kuilima Ballroom : Indoor ballroom space with plenty of windows for natural light and ocean views. Perfect for an indoor reception for up to 600 seated guests.
![Groom in white tux dips bride for a kiss on the beach overlooking ocean in Oahu Hawaii.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/07_turtle-bay-oahu-wedding-portrait-inspiration-for-hawaii-1024x682.jpg)
![Bride and groom dance on dance floor under clear tent with chandeliers hanging during reception at Turtle Bay wedding venue.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/08_Oahu-wedding-venue-ceremony-for-gorgeous-tropical-hawaii-wedding-683x1024.jpg)
![Clear tent with chandeliers hanging from the ceiling for reception venue in Oahu, Hawaii.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/09_chandeliers-hanging-from-beautiful-tent-at-turtle-bay-wedding-venue-in-oahu-683x1024.jpg)
![A scenic shot of Turtle Bay wedding venue overlooking the ocean in Oahu Hawaii.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/10_beautiful-ocean-view-turtle-bay-wedding-venue-for-oahu-wedding-1024x682.jpg)
Their Approach to Wedding Packages
With so many different spaces to choose from, Turtle Bay Resort has a unique approach to their wedding packages. Depending on the space(s) you book they create a package for each specific couple to best fit their vision for their wedding day. They work closely with their couples from the moment they inquire to understand the vision and what the couple wants from the day. Then from there they’ll discuss the different location options with you, and come up with a plan to bring your dream wedding day to life. It’s just one of the many areas where Turtle Bay Resort’s service level makes them a must consider when looking for wedding venues in Hawaii!
![Bride in floral dress is surrounded with bridesmaids and blush dresses all carrying white parasol umbrellas with the ocean in the background in Oahu Hawaii.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/11_bridesmaids-hold-parisols-for-beautiful-turtle-bay-wedding-venue-portraits-1024x682.jpg)
![Shot from above, chairs are lined up for the ceremony with white flowers lining the aisle and a flower arch and the end of the aisle. The set-up is surrounded by palm trees near the beach at Turtle Bay in Oahu, Hawaii.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/12_turtle-bay-venue-for-beautiful-tropical-ceremony-in-oahu-hawaii-1024x577.jpg)
![Bride in a white robe is surrounded by bridesmaids in pink robes while they all sit on a canopy bed. They are posing while getting ready for wedding ceremony at Turtle Bay wedding venue.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/13_bridesmaids-get-ready-with-bride-at-turtle-bay-wedding-venue-in-oahu-hawaii-683x1024.jpg)
![Bride in a lace white robe and fluffy white slippers raises champagne in the air while getting ready for wedding ceremony in Oahu, Hawaii.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/14_bride-gets-ready-for-wedding-ceremony-in-oahu-hawaii-683x1024.jpg)
Pre Wedding Add-Ons
Turtle Bay Resort understands that your wedding day is meant to be THE best day ever, and they take that goal very seriously! One of their offerings that I love are their pre-wedding day add-on packages. Many of these are focused around their wonderful spa, including things like massages, facials, hair and makeup trials, and more for the days leading up to your wedding. For the wedding day itself they offer an in-house hair and makeup service if you don’t want to worry about finding your own vendor, as well as a 20 minute pre-wedding consultation to ensure that their stylist knows exactly what you want for your wedding day! These services must be booked in advance of your wedding day, and easily bring your wedding experience to the next level.
![Bride in flower dress dances with Groom in white tux underneath clear tent with chandeliers hanging from the ceiling during wedding reception at Turtle Bay Wedding venue.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/15_bride-and-groom-first-dance-at-turtle-bay-in-oahu-hawaii-683x1024.jpg)
![Bride in flower dress dances with Groom in white tux underneath clear tent with chandeliers hanging from the ceiling during wedding reception at Turtle Bay Wedding venue.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/16_oahu-hawaii-wedding-dress-inspiration-683x1024.jpg)
![Clear Tent is lit up with dark clouds in the sky surrounded by palm trees.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/17_clear-tent-at-turtle-bay-venue-in-oahu-hawaii-1024x682.jpg)
![Bride in flower dress and groom in white tux walk along beach with their backs towards the camera and the ocean in the background at Turtle Bay in Oahu Hawaii.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/18_Kawela-bay-in-oahu-hawaii-for-wedding-portraits-683x1024.jpg)
![Clear tent with chandeliers hanging from the ceiling and beautiful classic tables sitting underneath for reception on Turtle Bay in Oahu Hawaii.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/19_turtle-bay-wedding-venue-in-clear-tent-with-chandeliers-683x1024.jpg)
The Location Itself
Turtle Bay Resort is on the very north shore of Oahu, Hawaii, a prime location for this wedding venue. Even being on the north shore of the island, the drive from the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu is only around an hour long. The north shore of the island is stunningly beautiful, and has everything you and your guests would need. This means that once you make the drive you are then set for the entirety of your trip, something we’ll cover in depth in the following sections! The north shore itself offers a wide array of beaches to enjoy, hiking trails to explore, and charming small towns for you and your guests to experience after the wedding itself. If you aren’t too busy enjoying the resort that is!
![Guests in bright floral Hawaiian shirts and floral dresses stand outside of Turtle Bay Wedding venue socializing during cocktail hour.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/20_hawaii-wedding-venue-inspiration-for-oahu-wedding-683x1024.jpg)
![Bride in floral dress and Groom in white tux enter reception where guests in bright floral patterns are holding white umbrellas.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/21_umbrellas-during-wedding-reception-at-beautiful-turtle-bay-wedding-venue-in-oahu-hawaii-683x1024.jpg)
![Bride and Groom sit on wicker thrones and smile at their guests as they celebrate during their wedding reception at Turtle Bay in Oahu Hawaii.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/22_bride-and-groom-sit-in-beautiful-hawaiian-thrones-at-turtle-bay-wedding-venue-in-oahu-hawaii-1024x683.jpg)
![Bride and Groom raise their fists in the air in celebration under clear tent at their wedding reception at Turtle Bay in Oahu, Hawaii.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/23_bride-and-groom-cheer-at-reception-oahu-wedding-683x1024.jpg)
![White wine being poured into crystal wine glass on reception table in Oahu Hawaii.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/24_wine-is-poured-during-wedding-reception-at-turtle-bay-venue-in-oahu-hawaii-683x1024.jpg)
The Resort Experience
Turtle Bay Resort, much like many of the other resorts found throughout the islands of Hawaii, offers a lot for couples to enjoy outside of the fantastic wedding venue experience. Delicious food from the on site restaurants, a seemingly endless amount of activities, and rooms that are both luxurious and comfortable are just some of the things that make staying at the resort ideal for both you and the guests of your wedding. Another added bonus is the resort offers a discount for guest rooms when booking 10 or more rooms for 2 nights (except during holidays and between 12/18-1/15). For more information on what you can do while at the resort outside of your wedding celebrations, check out this article of mine that features Turtle Bay Resort!
![Bride in floral dress holds up espresso martini outside of wedding reception near the beach at Turtle Bay Wedding Venue in Oahu, Hawaii.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/25_bride-poses-for-wedding-portraits-in-beautiful-turtle-bay-in-oahu-hawaii-683x1024.jpg)
![Man holds a plate of delicious cocktail food including sliders and wraps sitting on tropical leaves during cocktail hour at Turtle Bay in Oahu, Hawaii.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/26_cocktail-food-at-turtle-bay-venue-for-oahu-wedding-reception-683x1024.jpg)
By now it should be clear why I love Turtle Bay Resort and why it’s one of my favorite wedding venues, not just on Oahu but throughout the islands of Hawaii in general! There are of course other venues that I adore on the island, some of which I’ve covered in previous venue features like Male’ana Gardens Kailua, The Four Seasons Resort at Ko Olina, and Lanikuhonua. Be sure to check some of these out as well if Turtle Bay isn’t quite your cup of tea, also if you’re ready to book me as your Hawaii wedding photographer be sure to send over an inquiry through my contact page to book your date today!
![Woman with pregnant belly holds hands with her partner while walking along the beach with ocean in the background in Oahu, Hawaii.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/27_kawela-bay-venue-for-couple-portraits-in-oahu-hawaii-683x1024.jpg)
![Couple celebrates pregnancy with couple portraits on the beach at Turtle Bay in Oahu, Hawaii.](https://mersadiolson.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10998/2024/07/28_oahu-couple-portraits-at-kawela-bay-in-hawaii-683x1024.jpg)
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