Should the bride stay there the night before?
Question Asked: 31/07/2025
Wedding Date: 9/08/2018
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Yes, I would recommend staying the night before. Your wedding night accomodation in either spa suite or Broadwater view room is complimentary when you book a wedding package with us. You also get a 20% discount code off the rack rate for you guests and yourselves to book accomodation online at Sea World Resort.
There is no accomodation facility within the park. However, there are some options within a 5 min drive from the venue
Most definatley! All our lovely couples (and often their guests) stay the night before the wedding so they can get up early in their rooms and start getting ready. It makes for a relaxed day and means your guests can chill out around the resort until game time! Resort check in is 2pm.
Where possible we suggest that it is always a better option for the Bride and bridesmaids (and possibly other family members) to stay the night before, especially if you need to travel a bit beforehand. This fitrst night allows every one to settle in and enjoy time togerher before the next busy day. Its also ideal if you intend to do hair and makeup on site as these often start around 7 am and this will make logistic and planning easier.
Sadly we don't have accomodation on site at our venue- but there are plenty of choices in region depending on style, comfort level and budget
Brides and guests are more than welcome to stay the night before! We offer a discount for weddings so please get in touch with the hotel directly on 6237 2999 or speak with our Events Coordinator on 6237 2930.
100% yes as this reduces the amount of stress and things the bride needs to do the moring of the wedding.
When staying at the wedding venue the bride is able to get everything she needs preped the night before, she is able to have more of a sleep in as she doesn't need to wake up earlier to get all of the things she needs and go to the venue. All she needs to do is wake up, have a coffee then wait for her girls and suppliers to show up
We would always recommend to have the Bride stay the night before and utilise the morning to get ready prior to the ceremony. Alternatibely, nearby or local accommodation is also an option.
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Yes—we highly recommend that the bride (and the bridal party) stay the night before the wedding.
There are several reasons why this makes the day run more smoothly and feel more relaxed:
• A peaceful start to the day – Waking up onsite means there’s no rushing, no long drives, and no chance of getting stuck in traffic. You can enjoy a slow, calm morning in the beautiful surroundings, easing into your special day with intention and presence.
• Seamless access for hair and makeup teams – Your stylists can come to you, without needing to coordinate timing and travel between multiple locations.
• Time to connect – Staying the night before allows space for connection with your bridal party or close family. Whether it’s sharing dinner, going over the timeline, or just enjoying a quiet moment together—it all adds to the magic.
• More time for setup – If you're planning a DIY or partially DIY wedding, arriving the night before gives you time to check in with suppliers, style the space, and tie up any final details.
• Better sleep – You’ll have a comfortable bed, fresh air, and the reassurance of being in the right place. No need to pack up and rush around on the morning of the wedding—everything you need is already with you