Photo: Fiordland Lodge

Words cannot describe the magnificent Southland scenery, but wedding photos can capture it forever! Come and explore the best Southland wedding venues for yourself and we’re certain you’ll fall in love all over again.

The venues below are listed from North to South. To find out more about a venue just click on the venue’s name (in pink).


Fiordland Lodge

Te Anau, Southland

Resting on the edge of Lake Te Anau, on the border of Fiordland National Park, Fiordland Lodge offers a truly spectacular Southland wedding venue! If you fancy eloping here, you can! Or you could get married during the day in a private room by the restaurant. Or for something bigger, you can reserve the entire property and enjoy exclusive access for yourself and your guests. Endless photo opportunities surround the lodge or take a helicopter ride up to snow-capped mountains, waterfalls and hanging valleys to capture those stunning views. With outstanding food and beverage offerings, there is also limited accommodation available for the bridal party and select guests too.


Te Anau Club & Garden Bistro

Te Anau, Southland

Experience the welcoming hospitality of the Te Anau Club & Garden Bistro for your upcoming nuptials. Host both your ceremony and reception within the garden and function rooms, which overlook the Keppler & Murchison mountains. Ideal for both intimate and larger weddings, you have great catering options available, along with a team who will work to transform your wedding dreams into reality. There’s plenty of off-street parking for guests and a free courtesy shuttle throughout Te Anau to transport guests back to their nightly accommodation.


The Hideaway 201

Lochiel, Winton

With stunning gardens, The Hideaway 201 is no stranger to hosting glamourous weddings. Throw in the country charm of their rustic venue and bar, along with the wine bar and silk lined marquee, and you’ll find everything you need. Select one of their wedding packages, or work with the experienced team to customise your wedding day. Stunning catering, venue decorating and even a bridal treat basket is available. Come and visit this amazing Southland wedding venue for yourself; we know you’ll love it!


We invite you to explore some of the many other Southland wedding venues and vendors listed in our fabulous wedding directory too.