Bay Breezes and Boardwalk Views: 17 Jersey Shore Waterfront Wedding Venues
The Jersey Shore, with its long history as the East Coast's favorite playground, is home to a wealth of fantastic places to celebrate...especially if you're looking to wed on the waterfront. Choices include both quaint, historic spots that highlight the area's serene natural landscapes, and modern spaces that tap the Shore's vibrant culture and nightlife. Here's a selection of some of the region’s best venues.
Wave Resort - High Crest
Long Branch, NJ
Venue Superpowers:
All-Inclusive
Panoramic Ocean Views
Chic Rooftop
Fab Features: gorgeous oceanfront resort • al fresco events on the chic rooftop • fabulous amenities make for an unforgettable weekend wedding like fire pits, a children's playroom, a pool with a swim-up bar, and a luxe, full-service spa and salon
Catering: In-housePrice: $$
The Breakers on the Ocean
Spring Lake, NJ
Venue Superpowers:
Historic Details
Breathtaking Ocean Views
Luxe Accommodations
Fab Features: 1880s waterfront treasure • ceremonies on the Ocean Terrace provide sweeping views of the Atlantic • guests will love the modern and luxurious accommodations with ocean views, and fabulous amenities like gas fireplaces and oversized whirlpool baths
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Clarks Landing Yacht Club, Point Pleasant
Point Pleasant, NJ
Venue Superpowers:
Glass-Enclosed Event Space
White Glove Service
All-Inclusive
Fab Features: elegant seaside mansion boasting impeccable white glove service • say "I do" from a stunning glass-enclosed space overlooking the waterfront and marina, followed by cocktails in the cozy, library-inspired Riverview Room • dramatic ballroom with a circular hardwood dance floor, tiered Italian crystal chandeliers, and a wall of windows
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
The Mill Lakeside Manor
Spring Lake Heights, NJ
Venue Superpowers:
Private Estate
Custom-Crafted Cuisine
Lush Gardens
Fab Features: say ‘I do’ in the Lakeside Garden ceremony site surrounded by bountiful flowers, a quaint water mill trickling into a sparkling lake, a private dock, and graceful resident swans • enjoy cocktail hour in the Grand Lobby, where you can watch chefs prepare hors d’oeuvres in the open kitchen • treat your guests to amazing cuisine with your customized menu
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
The Deauville Inn
Strathmere, NJ
Venue Superpowers:
Historic Inn
Beach Ceremonies
In-House Design Services
Fab Features: charming historic inn tucked on the shores of Strathmore Bay • toes-in-the-sand ceremonies are followed by breeze tented receptions on the lawn • generous packages include complimentary in-house Wedding Design and Planning Services
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
The Oyster Point Hotel
Red Bank, NJ
Venue Superpowers:
Boutique Hotel
Customizable Packages
Upscale New American Cuisine
Fab Features: chic riverfront hotel with luxe, modern guest rooms and a unique art exhibition program • sip cocktails and mingle over the banks of the Navesink River, followed by dining & dancing in the waterfront ballroom • delectable, creative menus are truly inclusive and customizable—add-ons include carved ice sculptures, an ice cream & waffle bar, and late night snacks
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
McLoone's Pier House
Long Branch, NJ
Venue Superpowers:
Charming Village Setting
Modern Coastal Vibes
Fun Package Add-Ons
Fab Features: oceanfront restaurant and events venue at the heart of Pier Village • ceremonies on the sand followed by receptions in the stunning Atlantic Room, where floor-to-ceiling windows wrap the entire space • flexible packages can be customized with fun enhancements like a pretzel bar, wing station, or ice cream sundae station
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Tim McLoone's Supper Club
Asbury Park, NJ
Venue Superpowers:
Iconic Asbury Park Boardwalk
Beach Ceremonies
Vintage Vibes
Fab Features: a stylish, contemporary space on the iconic Asbury Park boardwalk • the mid-century modern inspired space is designed with floor-ceiling windows offering views of the Atlantic and of the boardwalk’s historic buildings • their generous packages can be customized with fun enhancements like a pretzel bar, wing station, or ice cream pop station
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Molly Pitcher Inn
Red Bank, New Jersey
Venue Superpowers:
Vintage-Meets-Boutique Hotel
Water-View Ballrooms
Curated Cuisine
Fab Features: charming 1928 hotel with refreshingly modern amenities and style • the expansive Grand Ballroom boasts vintage touches, like carved plaster ceilings, glittering chandeliers, and antique wallpaper, with unbeatable views of the river • delectable, creative menus are truly inclusive and customizable—add-ons include carved ice sculptures, an ice cream & waffle bar, and late night snacks
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Bonnet Island Estate
Manahawkin, New Jersey
Venue Superpowers:
Nantucket Vibes
Luxurious Overnight Lodging
Boathouse Chapel
Fab Features: traditional Nantucket-style estate set on the water's edge • exchange vows in the Boathouse Chapel, a timber-framed beauty that features barn-style doors on three sides that swing wide open to let in the breeze and the views • charming accommodations in one of the 12 private suites, which feature fireplaces, balconies, and Jacuzzi tubs
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Mallard Island Yacht Club
Manahawkin, New Jersey
Venue Superpowers:
Bayfront Club
Colorful Gardens
Grand Ballroom
Fab Features: elegant club surrounded on three sides by sparkling Barnegat Bay • the grounds boast a collage of gardens, white picket fences, window boxes overflowing with lush plantings, and manicured landscaping • the elegant ballroom makes a statement with its Tiffany-blue coffered ceiling, romantic chandelier lighting, and detailed woodwork
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Ocean City Yacht Club
Ocean City, NJ
Venue Superpowers:
Waterfront Deck
Historic Club
Creative Coastal Cuisine
Fab Features: historic beach club set on the picturesque Green Egg Harbor Bay • ceremonies on a dreamy waterfront deck and receptions in a spacious dining room with gleaming hardwood floors and grand bay windows • charming coastal vibes and delectable, fresh cuisine to match
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
ICONA Windrift
Avalon, NJ
Venue Superpowers:
Welcoming, Beachy Vibes
Weekend Weddings
Beach Ceremonies
Fab Features: casually elegant beachfront hotel surrounded by tons of alluring diversions for wedding weekend fun • follow your ceremony in the sand with a reception in the ballroom with its soaring coffered ceiling, dazzling lighting fixtures, and two-story views of the ocean • awesome accommodations boast luxe furnishings and top-of-the-line amenities
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
ICONA Avalon
Avalon, NJ
Venue Superpowers:
Modern Nautical Style
Beach Ceremonies
On-Site Salon
Fab Features: stunning beachfront venue with classic coastal-inspired architecture and décor • toes-in-the-sand ceremonies followed by lavish receptions in the stunning Seaglass Ballroom, with its attached veranda and endless views of the sweeping sand dunes and sparkling ocean • guests enjoy luxurious accommodations (all the rooms have balconies!) and access to all the plush amenities
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
ICONA Diamond Beach
Wildwood Crest, NJ
Venue Superpowers:
Private Beach
Oceanview Ballroom
Luxe Accommodations
Fab Features: full-service resort on one of New Jersey's only private beaches • celebrate al fresco with ceremonies on the sand and beachside receptions Grand Tent or Pavilion with sweeping sea views • the 3rd-floor Oceanview Ballroom boasts a built-in marble bar, modern chandeliers, and a wraparound patio with spectacular views of Diamond Beach and the sparkling Atlantic
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
The Grand Hotel of Cape May
Cape May, New Jersey
Venue Superpowers:
Luxe Details
Ocean-View Lawn Ceremonies
Pristine Beach
Fab Features: ceremonies on the oceanfront Wedding Veranda • the 5th-floor ballrooms provide panoramic views of the beach, Atlantic Ocean, and Cape May • luxurious accommodations with fab amenities
Price: $ • $$
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We just couldn't leave this relaxed, welcoming space that offers a refreshingly affordable alternative to beachfront spots and is just a short drive east from the Jersey Shore.
Atlantis Ballroom at the Days Hotel Toms River Jersey Shore
Toms River, NJ
Venue Superpowers:
Beach-Chic Vibes
White Glove Service
Extensive Menu Options
Fab Features: relaxed welcoming space just east of the Jersey Shore • the spacious ballroom has an elegant “beach chic” vibe with fun accents like tiered crystal chandeliers and colored mood lighting • creative menus with delectable displays, amuse bouches, a premium open bar, and much more!
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
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