The 14 Best Wedding Reception Venues of Adelaide

Looking for the perfect Adelaide Wedding Venue to celebrate your marriage?

We have 14 of the top spots for you to choose from, judged as the best Reception Venues by Adelaide couples!

Photo: Donato Reception Centre

For most engaged couples, choosing a venue is one of the most important decisions to make when it comes to planning your wedding, and with so many Wedding Venues out there including function centres, restaurants, club houses, hotels and resorts, it’s no easy task finding the one that’s perfect for your unique wedding celebrations.

Whether you want a wedding that’s traditional, modern, formal, informal, indoor, outdoor, big or small (and the list goes on!), it’s ideal to go with a venue that matches your envisioned theme for your day. Visit your preferred venues to get a feel for the space and environment, and take the opportunity to ask the vendor lots of questions.

A reputable venue will listen to your vision and preferences, be attentive to your needs and concerns, be transparent in their package offerings, and make you feel completely confident in their organisation skills and ability to deliver a stress-free and memorable wedding experience.

Each year, ABIA invites newly wedded couples all over Australia with the opportunity to rate and review their favourite vendors based on quality of service, product, value for money and attitude of staff. At the 19th South Australian ABIA Wedding Industry Awards, thousands of verified Married Couples cast their votes and let us know who made their wedding perfect. Here are the nominees and winners of Adelaide’s best Reception Venues of 2019!

 

#1 - Sneaky’s

#2 - Donato Reception Centre

Adelaide

Winner: Best Reception Venue
ABIA Award Rating: 99.96%

Reception Venue winner of the SA ABIA Awards 7 times including 2019!

The multi-award-winning Donato Reception Centre will help to create your perfect wedding by giving you a space and service that is world class and driven for perfection.

Their beautifully designed function rooms provide endless options with design and function – such as their show-stopping Ballroom with large sunken dance floor! The professional team will cover all aspects of your wedding and ensure your evening runs smoothly so that you can sit back, relax and enjoy their exceptional food and service.

Read all the amazing reviews for Donato Reception Centre.
 

#3 - Adelaide Pavilion

Adelaide

Runner-Up: Best Reception Venue
ABIA Award Rating: 99.85%

SA’s 4-time Reception Venue winner and Function Coordinator winner in 2018

The wonderful team at Adelaide Pavilion is here to help you every step of the way and make your wedding as enjoyable and stress-free as possible!

This elegant function centre features a unique roof design and floor-to-ceiling, 360-degree views of their lush, European-inspired gardens. You and your guests will be served with wonderful French and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, and the team will make certain your wedding feast is an experience that will be a cherished memory to last a lifetime.

View more information for Adelaide Pavilion on their ABIA Profile.
 

#4 - Glenelg Golf Club

Adelaide

Winner: Best Club Reception
ABIA Award Rating: 99.79%

SA’s #1 Club Reception since 2014 and Australia’s #1 since 2017

Glenelg Golf Club is an isolated oasis boasting breathtaking views, modern facilities and outstanding service, providing the ultimate setting for your wedding.

Their stunning dining room exudes a wonderful balance of modern style and traditional elegance, with panoramic views over the golf course stretching to the Adelaide foothills. The team knows that every wedding is personal and different, and are more than happy to work through their range of outstanding catering options to craft the perfect menu for your personal taste and style.

Get in touch with Glenelg Golf Club.
 

#5 - Marybank Weddings & Functions

Adelaide

3rd Place: Best Reception Venue
ABIA Award Rating: 99.78%

3-time ABIA SA winner for Best Ceremony Venue and 1st Night Honeymoon SA winner in 2018

Marybank offers you a relaxed and intimate wedding experience like no other. Their convenient and private location, rustic spaces, amazing countryside backdrop and delectable food makes Marybank the memorable wedding experience you're looking for.

The cosy Barn oozes rustic chic and offers sit-down and cocktail-style options for your relaxed reception. All catering is by their local chef who has over 25 years’ experience and specialises in Mediterranean and tapas-style cuisine. You can also retreat to the B&B above the barn after your wedding and wake up to breakfast on the balcony!

See more photos of Marybank Weddings & Functions.
 

Photography by Valentina Perez Imaging
 

#6 - Tea Tree Gully Golf Club

Adelaide

Runner-Up: Best Club Reception
ABIA Award Rating: 99.40%

Club Reception and Function Coordinator SA winner in 2006

Enjoy a relaxed wedding at The Tea Tree Gully Golf Club with its comfortable atmosphere and superb views, and witness the romantic views from their elevated dining room and balcony as the surrounding hills and fairways illuminate at dusk.

The Tea Tree Gully Golf Club has been catering for wedding receptions since 1968 and they will assist you with every detail to create your magical day. Your wedding package is filled with inclusions such as table and chair decorations, DJ entertainment, centrepieces, fresh flowers, printed specialty menus, and a complimentary hotel honeymoon night.

Arrange a visit to the Tea Tree Gully Golf Club.
 

#7 - Mount Lofty House MGallery by Sofitel

Adelaide

Winner: Best Hotel Reception
ABIA Award Rating: 99.03%

SA’s 3-time Hotel Reception winner, #1 1st Night Honeymoon in 2019 and #1 Ceremony Venue in 2009

Mount Lofty House is known for its spectacular views across Piccadilly Valley, exceptional service and world-class food that will guarantee to make your most special day truly memorable.

This elegant wedding venue provides a range of historic and modern options to suit your wedding, such as the Piccadilly and Tiered Lawns overlooking a rose garden for your cocktail reception, the indoor Piccadilly Panorama with 360-degree valley views, and 19th century Coach House with private lawn area and stunning views across the valley and vineyard. They also offer 31 luxurious 5-star hotel rooms to host you and your wedding guests at the end of your night.

View Mount Lofty House MGallery by Sofitel’s ABIA Profile for more details.
 

Photo by Bentinmarcs Photography  

#8 - St Francis Winery Resort

Adelaide

Runner-Up: Runner-Up:
ABIA Award Rating: 98.71%

SA Resort Reception winner at the 2016 ABIA Awards and 1st Night Honeymoon winner in 2015

Situated on 5 acres and built around the 1850s winery building, St Francis Winery is the ideal venue for you to start your happily ever after.

Its event space offers an abundance of character and charm, set amongst willow trees, a lake, elegant rose gardens and manicured lawns. Whether you choose to wine and dine with your guests in the rustic Main Vines room, Pergola, historical Governor Phillip Hall or picturesque Marquee on the lawn under the stars, a wedding at St Francis is guaranteed to be an unforgettable experience. You and your guests can also retreat to one of their 41 accommodation suites with in-room spas.

Come and take a closer look at St Francis Winery Resort.
 

Photo by Little Car Photography
 

Photo by Little Car Photography
 

#9 - The Lakes Resort Hotel

Adelaide

3rd Place: Best Resort Reception
ABIA Award Rating: 98.63%

26-time ABIA Award winner in SA and Australia for Best Resort Reception, 1st Night Honeymoon, Function Coordinator and Ceremony Venue!

At the Lakes Hotel, they’re passionate about making your wedding uniquely you, and their professional and experienced team ensures your only requirement is to sit back, relax and enjoy the day!

Their impressive Lakeside Function Centre with high ceilings and private terrace caters to larger weddings, while their elegant Lakefront Banquet room with floor-to-ceiling panoramic views provides an intimate setting. Both spaces offer picturesque waterfront views that can be enjoyed all year around regardless of the season or weather. The Lakes has teamed up with wedding stylists Hygge Studio to offer optional, affordable styling packages for your dream wedding – simply choose from their Fairytale, Rustic or Modern looks. Your guests can also stay in one of their 72 suites, each with private balconies overlooking the lake, while you can indulge in their exclusive Honeymoon Suite.

See all the impressive awards won by The Lakes Resort Hotel.
 

#10 - The Grange Golf Club

#11 - JDF Receptions

Adelaide

3rd Place: Reception Venue
ABIA Award Rating: 97.07%

JDF Receptions provides spectacular function spaces to cater for weddings of any size, offering an experience you and your guests will never forget.

Immerse yourself in the impressive ambience of the grand Alto Room, or the versatile and equally stunning Maria Pia Room ideal for small to medium weddings. Their Balcony Bar also offers an intimate atmosphere for intimate weddings or pre-reception drinks. With over 30 years’ experience in international cuisine, they are renowned for their authentic Argentinian flavours and perfectly matched wines. The team will go above and beyond to make sure your wedding is executed with professionalism, care and attention to detail, giving you the ultimate celebration you deserve!

Enquire with JDF Receptions for your wedding celebration.
 

Photo by Scott Goh Photography
 

#12 - Cruising Yacht Club of SA

Adelaide

Club Reception
ABIA Award Rating: 96.90%

Located along the pristine coastline of North Haven, the Cruising Yacht Club of SA offers stunning indoor and outdoor facilities complete with panoramic marina views. They understand the preparation required to deliver the wedding of your dreams and will help you every step of the way to ensure you and your guests are well looked after.

Have your wedding at the stylish Horizons function space combining high floor-to-ceiling windows and beautiful marina views, the warm and intimate Mariners Restaurant adjacent to the Admiral Bar, or the expansive Captains Lawn amongst blue skies and yachts.
 

#13 - Mawson Lakes Hotel & Function Centre

Adelaide

Hotel Reception
ABIA Award Rating: 96.40%

Turn the wedding of your dreams into reality at the Mawson Lakes Hotel & Function Centre, with all-inclusive packages designed to take the stress out of planning your wedding.

Choose from three flexible spaces or enjoy exclusive use of the entire function centre, select your package, menu, and colour scheme, and they will take care of the rest while you relax and enjoy the company of your family and friends on your special day. As Bride and Groom, you are treated to a complimentary stay in their executive honeymoon spa suite on your wedding night.
 

#14 - Kooyonga Golf Club

Adelaide

Club Reception
ABIA Award Rating: 96.26%

Kooyonga Golf Club offers a convenient and stunning environment for your wedding reception. Enjoy the benefit of worry-free planning, with this team of dedicated experts committed to looking after you from venue setup to providing delectable cuisine.

The lovely Sitting Room has a special ambience, set in an intimate environment with a private balcony. Catering to larger weddings, the picturesque and airy HL Rymill Room features raked, timber-lined ceilings and bi-fold doors leading onto the terrace with magnificent views of the fairway.
 

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