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Last update: May 2026
The Connaught Hotel and Spa is a stylish coastal wedding venue in Bournemouth, Dorset, in the South West of England.
One of the things couples love most about weddings at The Connaught is the location. Many take a quiet stroll to the beach at sunset for unforgettable newlywed photographs beside the sea.
With indoor and outdoor ceremony options, a luxury spa, stylish accommodation, and dedicated reception spaces, The Connaught offers everything needed for a relaxed and memorable wedding by the coast.
Facilities and Capacity
The Connaught Hotel and Spa is licensed for indoor and outdoor ceremonies, allowing you to spend the whole day in one location.
You can choose from two beautiful suites for an indoor ceremony alongside 120 guests. During milder months, say "I do" in the scenic gardens that overlook palm trees and the venue’s signature baby blue beach hut.
Choose from two elegant suites to mark your wedding breakfast and evening reception, surrounded by 120 loved ones. The Connaught Brasserie is a bright, stylish space with high ceilings and sparkling chandeliers. It also features a bar with over 200 varieties of gin, dance floor, lounge and access to a picturesque courtyard garden.
Alternatively, The Franklyn Suite is located in The Connaught Lodge - a separate building away from the main hotel, giving you complete privacy for your big day and an "exclusively yours" feeling. It features a private entrance, private bar and lounge area, floor-to-ceiling windows and a spacious dance floor.
Outside, you will find beautiful terraced gardens for photo ops and mingling after your ceremony. The Connaught Lodge is available for exclusive hire, which comes with access to the main hotel facilities as well as 28 plush bedrooms.
Services Offered
Your wedding breakfast will be created by a talented team of chefs, using locally-sourced, fresh ingredients where possible and with each dish tailored to suit all dietary requirements.
You can choose from three all-inclusive wedding packages or design a bespoke package with the help of their experienced wedding team. From your first visit to your wedding day, you'll be in the safe hands of their wedding team, who have hosted hundreds of weddings. From a red-carpet arrival to a menu-tasting session, these experts have thought of every detail to ensure your day is unique and effortless.
Accommodation
Newlyweds can look forward to a complimentary stay on their wedding night. There are 81 stylishly designed bedrooms, so guests travelling from afar can enjoy a relaxing stay at a discounted rate. As a spa hotel, overnight guests also enjoy complimentary access to the luxury spa and swimming pool throughout their stay - perfect for unwinding before the wedding or easing into the morning after with a peaceful swim.
Packages start from £4,700 for 50 guests, including room hire, in-house catering, and a dedicated wedding coordinator to guide you through it all. Get in touch for more information and to book your personal tour.
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Join them for their wedding open day on Sunday 20th September from 12:30pm to 4:30pm for a guided tour of their romantic 19th century hotel.
You’ll enjoy complimentary bubbles and canapés, meet some of their recommended suppliers and chat with their experienced team about your ideas.
Entry is free, however, you must register your place as spaces are limited. Visit their website to register.
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