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Last update: June 2025

Overview

Ocean Beach Hotel and Spa is a Coastal, 3 star wedding venue located in Bournemouth, Dorset. The Venue, a boutique inspired full service hotel located on Bournemouth prestigious east cliff, is the perfect setting for couples looking for excellent service and modern décor.

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Planning your day

Your in-house wedding coordinator will be on hand every step of the way to make sure every dot is dotted and every cross is crossed. We will be there to get answers to the questions that matter most to you and give additional details based on our experience. We make it our business to make your planning fun and stress free.

Once everything is planned and the details are confirmed, we will make sure the operational teams have all the details they need to deliver your perfect day. We will also be there on the day to check over everything, meaning you can relax and enjoy your day, knowing it is in good hands.

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Wedding Menus and Drinks Packages

Ocean Beach Hotel and Spa offers customizable food and drink packages, allowing you to create your menu with ease, and offer drinks throughout the day in your way. The team carefully sources the freshest ingredients from conscious suppliers to offer you the very best in traditional dishes and modern favourites. Once you have selected your wedding menu, we will invite you to attend a menu tasting with our culinary team to enjoy the items to be served on your special day.

When pairing wines, Ocean Beach Hotel and Spa offers both old-world wines and contemporary classics. The full list of wines served can be found on our website, or you can request a copy of our list by emailing sales@oceanahotels.co.uk.

Through our experience planning and host weddings over the years, we have put together drinks packages to cover all the traditional moments. With one set price per person, you can offer welcome drinks, table wines and a glass of bubbles to toast. To see all the drinks packages available, please request a brochure.

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Services Offered

  • Dedicated In-house Wedding Coordinator
  • Venue hire (Ceremony, Drinks Reception, Wedding Breakfast, Wedding Reception)
  • Drinks Packages
  • 3 Course Wedding Breakfast with Coffee and Mints
  • Menu Tasting
  • Cake Table, Stand and Knife
  • Chair Covers and Sashes
  • Disco Booking
  • Evening Reception Buffets
  • Private Bar Facilities
  • Seating Plans, Place Cards Easel use and Boards
  • Toast Master Services
  • Discounted Room Rates for Guests

(Some items are not included in our standard packages and will inure and additional charge)

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Capacity and Function Suites

Ocean Beach Hotel and Spa can accommodated weddings of up to 100 guests, with bespoke offerings being available upon request. Depending on your expected guest numbers, one of our beautiful, Minimal function suites will be yours for the day. You will also have use of a private cocktail reception suite and hotel bar.

Once the celebrations have drawn to a close, you will also be able to make your way to your complementary honeymoon suite with a sea view (terms and conditions apply).

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SPECIAL ALL INCLUSIVE Autumn Winter Inclusive Packages

(October to April Only)

Priced for 50 persons minimum with extra added value

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WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR GALA WEDDING DAY

Dedicated use of the main venue and cocktail reception room, Wedding Co-ordinator, Three course Wedding Breakfast plus coffee and mints, Silver Drinks Package including drink on arrival, two glasses of wine with the meal and toasting drink, cake table, knife and stand, white linen napkins, black table cloths, seating plan, easel, printed table plan, menu tasting with culinary team for the bride and groom, toastmaster, private evening bar facility, sea view honeymoon room, limited special room rates for family and friends, large round tables, Classic Evening Finger buffet, Free disco & DJ and white chair covers with coloured sash.

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2025

Sunday to Thursday – Price £3570.00 – Extra Guests at £63.00 per person

Fridays – Price £4205.00 – Extra Guests at £65.00 per person

Saturday – Price £4462.00 – Extra Guests at £67.00 per person

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2026

Sunday to Thursday – Price £3750.00 – Extra Guests at £65.00 per person

Fridays – Price £4405.00 – Extra Guests at £67.00 per person

Saturday – Price £4675.00 – Extra Guests at £69.00 per person

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PETIT WEDDINGS

Includes Silver drinks package, off season 3 course Wedding Menu and Evening buffet. Package available Sun – Thurs from £62 per person (min 30 persons) (excludes disco) – available at a supplement price

Extra chair covers charged at £3.00

For bespoke quotes – please contact the team

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

Coastal weddings
In the city
Large hotel

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Corkage option
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:

Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator

Venue leisure facilities:

Swimming pool
Health suite
Fitness centre

Other features:

Car parking
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Reviews for The Ocean Beach Hotel

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Jake Sent on 01/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Karla & Jake Somers.

We had our wedding reception at ocean beach last weekend and it was absolute perfect! Ed & the team were great on the day and in the build up helping with all our little question's and nothing was too much trouble. The room was everything we wanted and all of our guests commented on how amazing it looked. BBQ for our wedding breakfast went down a treat as did the evening buffet which our guests couldn’t get enough of. All the bar staff were amazing and kept us going all night! The outside balcony is such a nice space to sit and look over the pool as it’s getting dark and we stayed out there into the early hours with our loved ones just soaking the whole day in. Neither us or one of our 70 guests faulted a single thing. The absolute perfect venue for the perfect day. Thanks again Ed & the team at ocean beach.

Karla & Jake.
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 12/05/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent wedding Day

Got married at The ocean beach two weeks ago and it was the best day ever. The team were fantastic. All the way through the process. I felt like a princess!!! The room for ceremony and breakfast was truly stunning and so much natural light. Good value for money … highly recommend… x
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Deals

Your events

28 Sep
Open Door

Come and see our truly unique and stunning venue beautifully set up for our amazing weddings. Enjoy a complimentary glass of fizz or a bottle of lager. All weddings offer incredible food, unrivalled service and tailor-made packages to suit all budgets. Meet our friendly wedding planners and discuss your dream day. Free entry, free goody bag, deals on the day.

In conjunction with Tiger Lily Occasions, Groove Booth Photo Booth, Southern Entertainment Services, Bambrey Bliss.

For more information please call or email us.

Date: From 28/09/2025 to 28/09/2025 Schedule 11:30 - 15:30
Place: East Overcliff Drive, Bournemouth, Dorset

Meet the team

Dominic Morrant
Dominic Morrant
Sales and Events Coordinator

Hi, I’m Dom, and I’m proud to be the Sales & Events Coordinator across the beautiful Oceana Hotels here in Bournemouth — The Cumberland, The Suncliff & Ocean Beach Hotel & Spa.

My journey into hospitality started behind the bar, where I quickly found a love for the buzz of working with people. While studying for my degree in Business and Management, I took an event management unit — and that’s where everything clicked. I realised how much I enjoyed the creativity, the organisation, and most of all, being part of such important, joyful moments in people’s lives.

Since then, I’ve worked my way up through different roles in the hotel, from bartender to Assistant Manager, and eventually into weddings and events — where I’ve really found my passion. Over the years, I’ve helped plan and deliver weddings of all shapes and sizes, from intimate dinners to elegant ballroom receptions.

I believe planning a wedding should feel exciting, not stressful. I’m here to guide each couple through the process, keep things running smoothly, and make sure their day feels truly personal and memorable. Every wedding is different, and I love getting to know each couple and bringing their vision to life.

Each of our hotels offers something unique, and I’m always happy to help find the perfect fit and bring together all the little details that make a day unforgettable.

Edward Pickering
Edward Pickering
Sales and Events Coordinator

Hi there, my name is Edward, and I’ve been the Sales & Events Coordinator for the Oceana Collection for two years now. Why should you book a wedding with me coordinating, you may ask? Well, I thrive on bringing people together and creating memorable experiences. With a genuine love for what I do, I aim to turn ideas into unforgettable moments—always with a smile and a whole lot of heart.

With a flair for flawless planning and a true passion for creating unforgettable experiences, I like to think I jumped into the world of events and hit the ground running—booking and organizing my very first wedding within just three months of starting the role. Whether it’s a dreamy "I do" or a big corporate bash, my goal is to bring creativity, calm, and a can-do attitude to every event. For me, it’s not just a job—it’s something I genuinely love, and that joy shines through in every detail.

Lisa Dowdall-Sousa
Lisa Dowdall-Sousa
Sales Manager

I'm Lisa the Sales Manager for the three seafront hotels at Oceana Hotels and I have worked with the group for many years now. My passion has always been hospitality with my first part time job in a hotel when I was still at school and then going on to study Hospitality and Catering at Bournemouth & Poole College. I worked in most positions within different hotels/golf club and have gained years of experience that I brought to my current role. I really love my job and are lucky to meet so many wonderful guests. I pride myself on my friendly personality, great helpful organisation skills and my attention to detail. I build a relationship with all clients from our first enquiry/meeting and over the years many have become friends. Every event I organise is done with true enthusiasm and professionalism, I especially love weddings as each one is special and unique, I can’t wait to help you plan your dream wedding.

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East Overcliff Drive BH1 3AQ Bournemouth (Dorset)
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