Should the bride stay there the night before?

It’s a wonderful idea for the bride to stay at the venue the night before, as it helps create a calm and memorable start to the wedding day.

Staying on-site means no last-minute travel stress, more time to relax, and the convenience of having everything close by. Hair, makeup, and preparations can begin without delay, and you’ll have more time for beautiful “getting ready” photos in a stunning setting.

At Mineral Springs Hotel, we offer a gorgeous historical villa perfect for the bridal party. The villa features four en-suite bedrooms, a spacious living room, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen. We recommend couples book this villa, as the living room provides a private and elegant space for getting ready together. The generous layout allows the bridal party to spread out comfortably, and the natural light in the villa creates a perfect backdrop for photography.

Booking the villa also allows for:

• A relaxed evening before the wedding with close friends or family.
• Safe storage for dresses, suits, flowers, and personal items.
• The opportunity for suppliers (hair, makeup, florists, photographers) to work on-site without interruption.
• A seamless transition from morning preparations to the ceremony.

Just for a different perspective, there are actually some lovely benefits to getting ready at home (or your parents' home) if that’s an option for you.

• No last-minute packing or moving things – everything’s already where you need it, nothing is forgotten! 
• A relaxed vibe, with everything at hand 
• Sleep in your own bed and wake up feeling rested, you've got a big day ahead! 
• Easy access to anything you might need – whether it’s a printer, scissors, emails or calls
• Saves money if you're on a wedding budget! 
• Sentimental value – leaving from your childhood home can be a beautiful, symbolic moment for you and your family and makes for some truly special photos (including those shots with the family pets!) 
  
  

Of course, if you can stay somewhere the night before, go for it! But don’t feel pressure to do so – there are many perks to starting the day in a space that feels familiar, comfortable and full of meaning.

Our beautiful couples always love staying on-site the night before their wedding, especially with their bridal party.

When holding both Ceremony & Reception at Noosa Springs, couples receive their wedding night complimentary in one of our apartments, including breakfast for the 2 of them the following morning. With check-in time being 2pm and check-out is 10am, by booking the same apartment the night before, everyone wakes up feeling relaxed knowing they don't have to go anywhere and start their big day in our peaceful surrounds. It eliminates that rushing around feeling, long drives and potentially being caught in traffic, and takes the worry out of "I hope I’ve packed everything".

Guests also stay the night before so they can enjoy a treatment in our day spa, hit some golf balls at our driving range or play a round of golf before getting ready for the wedding. We can also arrange a casual get together the night before and breakfast the following morning, so couples can spend more quality time with their guests.

With Noosa Springs less than 5km's from Noosa Main Beach, Hastings Street and Noosa National Park, guests like to extend their stay so they can make the most of their time in Noosa.

Great question — and one we hear all the time!

There’s something truly magical about starting your wedding day already at the venue. No rushing, no travel stress — just a calm, relaxed morning surrounded by your favourite people as the excitement builds.

Of course, it really depends on the kind of experience you’re after! Some brides love a final night at home or a fun sleepover elsewhere before arriving fresh on the day. But there’s something extra special about being able to arrive the day before and truly settle in.

At our estate, we offer an all-inclusive wedding experience — including beautiful on-site accommodation — so you can unwind, enjoy the lead-up, and let everything flow naturally. No packing the car, no coordinating arrivals — just a seamless start to your celebration.

Bottom line: there’s no one-size-fits-all answer — it’s all about what feels right for you. But if you have the option to stay on-site, it’s definitely worth considering. ???

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

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.