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Last update: September 2025

The Harbour Hotel Sidmouth is a coastal wedding venue situated in Sidmouth, Devon, in the heart of England's South West. This large hotel overlooks breathtaking panoramic views of Lyme Bay and the Jurassic Coast, providing a truly spectacular backdrop for your wedding day. Here, amidst beautiful scenery, you can celebrate your love story destination-wedding style without having to leave the country.

Facilities and Capacity

The Harbour Hotel Sidmouth is home to several elegantly appointed event spaces for both intimate and grand occasions. During warm and mild months, you can exchange vows alfresco on The Terrace & Gardens, followed by drinks on the lawn overlooking the manicured gardens. The Connaught Suite is licensed for civil ceremonies and can host up to 100 loved ones. This flexible space is suitable for wedding receptions, complete with a dance floor, premium sound system, and a private bar for your entertainment needs. It is characterised by pristine white walls, accent lighting, and chandeliers that set the tone for refined revelry. The Harbour Suite is an alternative option at this hotel and has a capacity for 40 people, making it ideal for micro weddings. Polished wooden flooring, atmospheric lighting, and a red-carpet ceremony makes this a romantic spot for your nuptials. In between your ceremony and reception, guests can mingle on the private terrace that overlooks stunning coastal vistas. You and your love can capture lifelong memories on camera by the beach and water's edge before enjoying a night of dinner and dancing.

Services Offered

The dedicated staff at Harbour Hotel Sidmouth wishes to make your special day sparkle. In-house event coordinators will guide you through the planning process, from selecting menu choices to arranging decor, red-carpet arrivals, and complimentary arrival drinks for guests. You can choose from several nautical-themed wedding packages, with each one designed to meet the needs of each couple. The team schedules private tours and consultations with to-be-weds, so you can gain further insight into this venue's unique offerings.

Accommodation

There are 56 luxurious bedrooms at Harbour Hotel Sidmouth, so loved ones travelling to the Devon Coast can enjoy a splendid overnight stay. Rich fabrics. crisp linens, and stylish decor are just some of the plush highlights that await you. During your stay, why not treat yourself to an indulgent spa treated at the HarSPA. Experienced the serenity of the seaside and unwind by the pool, and soak in the sea views of this coastal retreat.

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Pub or restaurant
Coastal weddings
Large hotel
Outdoor license

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Wedding coordinator

Venue leisure facilities:

Swimming pool
Health suite
Fitness centre

Other features:

Accessible facilities
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Pet-friendly
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Reviews for Harbour Hotel Sidmouth

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Karl Sent on 22/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A fabulous wedding venue

We held our wedding at the Sidmouth Harbour Hotel on a Saturday in mid-September and cannot speak highly enough of the service and assistance we received from their events lead, Charlotte Allen, and the wider hotel staff team.
The hotel is beautifully set just inland from the beach, on the Sidmouth coast and a stone’s throw from the lovely Connaught Gardens. Its gardens and the outdoor terrace area have the coastline as a wonderful backdrop; indeed, it was the perfect setting for outdoor ceremony and we were fortunate to enjoy warm sunshine.
We jointly planned the day’s ceremony and subsequent celebration with Charlotte and our celebrant Lisa Craig lisa@ceremonieswithlisa.co.uk. They listened to our aspirations and ideas, but also provided helpful, timely advice and worked with us in the weeks and months leading up to the wedding to pull together the plan for our big day. Well organised and attentive, Charlotte and the hotel team were faultless in their preparation and simply exceptional on the day; no detail or concern was ignored or forgotten, nothing was too much trouble and the hotel team were actively finessing each detail throughout the day, having set the conditions in the day’s prior.
We and importantly our 90 or so guests, a number of whom choose to stay at the hotel for one or more nights, had a fantastic day celebrating our wedding and we are hugely grateful to the Sidmouth Harbour Hotel team for their hard work in setting the conditions for it being a most special and memorable weekend.
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Waugh Sent on 08/09/2025
4.4 out of 5 rating

Our wedding

We started our journey in 2024 and instantly fell in love with the harbour. It's position and beauty was perfect. Unfortunately our first wedding planner left but Charlotte was able to continue with our requirements. As the day got closer 28-06-25 Charlotte was very professional and helped us with our arrangements. The day was perfect, our room was perfect for getting ready, having our guests waiting on the veranda was sensation. The grounds were amazing for photos. The food was also fantastic with the waitresses being on point. I'd highly recommend getting married at the harbour.
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Kajsa Sent on 31/08/2025
4.8 out of 5 rating

An unforgettable wedding day at the Harbour

We couldn’t have even happier with our decision to select the Harbour Hotel Sidmouth as our wedding venue. The whole day was exactly as we’d envisaged. Charlotte and her team were professional, coordinated and everything went off without a hitch. The food was delicious, the meal, speeches and the changeover to reception carefully orchestrated, allowing our guests to enjoy the beautiful views from the Harbour terrace and mingle in comfort. We received a lot of compliments from guests for the choice of venue and service received. Would wholeheartedly recommend to anyone!
Chris
Chris Sent on 30/08/2025
4.8 out of 5 rating

Our Dream Wedding Day!

Thanks to the Sidmouth Harbour Hotel our wedding day was everything that we ever wished for. This is a beautiful venue and the outside area with decking and lawn boasts stunning views of the coastline and sea, making the perfect backdrop for some wedding photos. Their wedding co-ordinator Charlotte is super friendly and helpful. She made sure that our reception flowed smoothly and the staff gave truly exceptional service, we can't thank them enough. They all worked so hard to keep up with our 85 guests. We were able to make our food choices from their wedding menu and go along for tastings. The quality on the day was top notch and our guests were very happy. The Connaught Suite is a beautiful room with air conditioning, and also included was the Harbour Room where we set up games and a Photobooth. Prior to booking we had viewed two other venues and we have to say that this hotel's prices were competitive and very good value for what a quality venue this is. They offer three different types of package to cater for different budgets and they were flexible to our needs. We hope to visit this hotel many more times in the future and we would highly recommend this as a venue for your wedding. It was simply the best and a beautiful wedding day for us that most of our guests asked if we couple repeat it all again!
Sophie
Sophie Sent on 28/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful wedding

We had the most special memorable wedding day. The location and grounds are just beautiful and fantastic for photos. It offers fantastic facilities from the hotel, restaurant, spa and luxury rooms.
Every member of staff went above and beyond to make sure every single detail was perfect and every part of the day went to plan.
The food from canapés to wedding breakfast was fantastic nearly every guest commented on how tasty and well presented the food was and no one went away hungry.
We believe this venue to be such great value for money but doesn’t take away from any of the magic or perfection you would want from your special day.
I’ve tried but I honestly don’t have enough good words to say about the hotel, staff and the day as a whole.
We will be forever grateful and enjoy our fantastic memories.
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 19/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Venue July 24

We stayed with the Sidmouth Harbour Hotel for the week of our wedding July 24 and could not recommend the team or the hotel more if you are planning and event or a weekend get away!

Working with the Harbour Hotel team was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. Charlotte the events coordinator was incredibly organised and kept us on track throughout the planning process.
On the day of the wedding, everything went flawlessly thanks to Charlotte and her team. They managed all the details, allowing us to relax and enjoy our day.

The view from the lawn was spectacular and exactly what we was looking for when choosing a venue, plus with access to the spa and top deck restaurant we knew we would be in for a treat for the week that we stayed with them. Sidmouth is a gorgeous and we can't wait to return!

Overall, the Sidmouth Harbour Hotel provided a magical setting for our wedding. I would recommend this venue to anyone looking for a beautiful place to celebrate their special day! Thank you again to the team
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Caroline Sent on 20/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Such a special wedding venue

Having a wedding at Sidmouth Harbour Hotel is very special. It worked so well with all the family staying there and everything on site. The wedding day was actually sunny weather but had it rained it wouldn't have mattered. All the guests commented on the great food and how well organised it was. The Wedding Event Manager Leonie was outstanding. So helpful with suggestions, understanding and planning. We visited the Hotel many times and all staff were extremely friendly.
The hotel is near Connaught Gardens and Jacobs Ladder where you can have stunning photos taken. Highly recommend.
Rachel
Rachel Sent on 24/02/2022
4.6 out of 5 rating

Fabulous Wedding

The staff at the hotel were accommodating, friendly and professional. On the day of the wedding everything was taken care of and we did not have to lift a single finger. The whole day ran very smoothly.
Paul
Paul Sent on 19/02/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Mr Paul Marshall

Great venue and service Milly our wedding coordinator was very professional. We had a lovely wedding.
J
Joanne Sent on 24/10/2017
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Wedding

My husband and I had our wedding reception at the Sidmouth Harbour Hotel in September this year, and I have nothing but excellent things to say about it. I could write for hours about all the positives. 18 months of planning went so quickly but the support and help received from Cassie (wedding coordinator) made the whole process stress free and enjoyable. Nothing was too much trouble and Cassie was incredible. The whole team on the day were excellent, shout out to Millie and Paul who, with Cassie, helped everything look perfect, and kept everything running smoothly. Food was delicious, all staff were friendly and efficient. Highly recommended wedding venue! Rooms were also incredible, and breakfast was yummy too!! Thank you all so much.
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Lucy Sent on 30/07/2017
5 out of 5 rating

Great venue

Great wedding venue with stunning views and a stone's throw from the sea. The food was incredible and the staff very attentive and friendly. The wedding coordinator Cassie was brilliant ensuring a stress-free planning experience! Everything was organised with very little fuss and we had a lovely day with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Highly recommended.
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Lydia Sent on 18/07/2017
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Venue in Devon!

Sidmouth Harbour Hotel is the best wedding venue in Devon!

From the moment we looked at Sidmouth Harbour Hotel as a possible wedding venue, we knew it was something special. The stunning coastal location, tasteful décor, ambient atmosphere, welcoming staff, and proactive, helpful wedding coordinator were unique selling points that could only be found at the Sidmouth Harbour Hotel.

At all times in the lead up to our wedding, the wedding co-ordinator, Cassie Middleton was helpful, supportive, accommodating, proactive and easily contactable. There is no doubt that Cassie is brilliant and made the wedding planning process as smooth as it possibly can be. Through regular communication, I always felt I could contact Cassie knowing she would be there to answer any questions I had and to offer as much flexibility as possible.

Our wedding day was everything we wished for and completely exceeded our expectations. We were impressed by the attentiveness and professionalism of all of the team at the Sidmouth Harbour Hotel to ensure that our needs were attended to. The food was delicious, the weather was perfect, and the view provided the most spectacular backdrop for our photos. We wouldn't have changed a thing about our day!

One particularly attractive feature of the venue is the private section of balcony which has the stunning view across Sidmouth, and was the perfect space for guests to relax and soak up the outstanding view.

I would highly recommend this spectacular venue to other couples getting married in Devon, and I cannot thank Cassie and the hotel staff enough for creating such a wonderful wedding day.
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Ellice Sent on 31/05/2017
5 out of 5 rating

April Wedding 2017

Sidmouth Harbour Hotel is in an idyllic setting! Every one of the guests at my wedding commented on how perfect the location was. The venue itself is gorgeous and decorated in a seaside theme which fit perfectly with the seaside theme of my wedding. The staff were so helpful, especially the wedding planner who went above and beyond to cater for things we asked for and helped so much on the day. I could not recommend this venue more. Amazing!
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