PUBLISHED February 20th, 2024 02:00 pm | UPDATED July 25th, 2024 04:24 pm
You’re engaged and on cloud nine – congratulations! Now comes the fun part: planning your big bash! However, perhaps typical ballroom receptions aren’t really your style or you’d much rather prefer a unique space that reflects your personality. Luckily, Singapore offers a handful of unconventional wedding spots to commemorate your happiest day with flair. So step away from the chapel aisle and say “I do” at these alternative venues that will celebrate your love in all its nonconformist glory!
HAUS217
Beauty meets versatility at HAUS217, an intimate shophouse venue designed around the Japanese Wabi Sabi concept of appreciating natural imperfection. With a minimalist yet warm aesthetic, this space for up to 80 guests is a stunning blank canvas to customise for your perfect wedding. Take advantage of multiple rigging points that allow for fairy lights and simple floral arches for minimalist lovers, or lush botanical installations with floral hedge ceremony backdrops for maximalists – also available in selected wedding packages. Their cuisine is equally flexible with Buffet to Multi-Course Dining options catered by MannaPot and Amici, ranging from Eastern to Western flavours. An open bar featuring cocktails, wines, champagne and specialty coffee stands at the ready to toast the night with their in-house offerings. From vintage architecture to clean modern décor, HAUS217 integrates the beauty of old and new to craft an intimate, warm and endlessly customisable wedding experience.
HAUS217 is located at 217 Lavender Street, Singapore 338772. Rental of the venue space starts from S$3,000 excluding catering costs. For bookings and more information, please visit their website, or email hello@haus217.com.sg.
Vineyard At HortPark
Discover the enchantment of tying the knot amidst nature’s embrace at Vineyard at HortPark. This idyllic venue, nestled within the lush greenery of Singapore’s Southern Ridges, offers a picturesque backdrop for a splendid and distinctive wedding experience. Featuring a charming rustic interior and a team of expert chefs ready to delight you and your guests with a diverse range of cuisines, Vineyard at HortPark ensures a memorable celebration. Exchange vows on their Patio, framed by a stunning sunset and a reflective pool, or treat your guests to an exquisite dinner – from their Deluxe (S$129++ per pax) or Premium (S$155++ per pax) menus – on the Verandah paired with an extensive wine selection. Whether you envision an opulent affair or an intimate solemnisation, their team of professional wedding specialists is dedicated to tailoring every detail of your special day to perfection.
Vineyard at HortPark is located at 33 Hyderabad Road, #02-02 Hort Park, 119578. A minimum spend starting from S$7,500 is required for exclusive bookout of the restaurant. For bookings and more information, please visit their website, call + 65 6479 7977, or email vineyard@createries.com.
THE OUTSET
Nestled in the heart of Tai Seng, THE OUTSET seamlessly combines industrial charm with minimalist sophistication in its expansive 3,300-square-foot loft, offering a versatile space for up to 150 wedding guests. With exposed ceilings, polished concrete floors, and neutral white walls, THE OUTSET provides a canvas for your wedding vision as you choose from three enchanting wedding décor packages – Ruby, Citrine, and Pearl – to transform the space into a fairytale setting tailored to your dreams. Over on the food side, THE OUTSET’s halal-certified catering partners offer a delightful array of Asian fusion dishes, whether you opt for the Buffet (S$22++ per pax) or Seated Course Meal (S$58++ per pax). If you fancy a tipple, beer and wine options are also available. You can bring your own spirits to play mixologist for the night. The venue comes equipped with essential facilities, including a karaoke system, sound system, WiFi, and a bridal room, ensuring that all your needs are met effortlessly on your special day.
THE OUTSET is located at 39 MacTaggart Rd, Singapore 368084. Rental of the venue space starts from S$2,500 excluding catering costs. For bookings and more information, please visit their website, Whatsapp +65 8138 3003 or email hello@theoutset.sg.
Panamericana
Elevate your wedding to new heights at Panamericana, a farm-to-fire grill restaurant perched on a serene clifftop in Sentosa, with panoramic views of the breathtaking Singapore Straits. Offering an array of spaces, from the intimate indoor Asador to the open-air allure of The Verandah, Panamericana caters to weddings of all sizes. Their exclusive full buyout package (starting from S$20,000++) ensures a seamless celebration, including exclusive venue use, a communal set menu for up to 100 guests, 40 bottles of house wine, 20 bottles of house beer, and free-flow soft drinks. Begin your journey into wedded bliss surrounded by the beauty of this lush sanctuary, and let Panamericana turn your special day into an unforgettable memory.
Panamericana is located at 27 Bukit Manis Rd, Sentosa Golf Club, 099892. For bookings and more information, please visit their website, call +65 6253 8182 or email info@panamericana.sg.
Forest Lodge
Make your wedding dreams come true with a wildly unique experience at Forest Lodge, an enchanting natural venue within Singapore Zoo that can host up to 220 guests surrounded by the joyful company of exotic animals. Say your vows immersed in lush greenery before indulging guests with a sumptuous dining experience crafted by expert chefs, with your choice between a Four-Course Western or a Seven-Course Chinese cuisine (S$208++ per pax). Their wedding package also includes zoo admission for all, complimentary door gifts, complete floral banquet set up and more, with optional add-ons like their Wild Snaps Package (S$1088+) – a photography package which includes a private buggy tour and unforgettable up-close animal encounters for you and your beau. From vow exchange to reception, the Forest Lodge provides a vibrant, one-of-a-kind oasis right in the heart of Singapore Zoo, creating precious memories that will last a lifetime.
Forest Lodge is located at 80 Mandai Lake Rd, 729826. For bookings and more information, please visit their website, or email sales.enq@mandai.com.
Botanico At The Garage
Your wedding at Botanico At The Garage promises a truly unique experience, blending heritage charm, contemporary elegance, and the wonders of nature within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Singapore Botanic Gardens. Housed in a distinguished 1920s Art Deco building, this ethereal indoor-outdoor venue can host up to 150 guests, offering ample natural light and an al fresco courtyard, ideal for a garden solemnisation. With pillar-less halls, exposed beams, and panoramic glass windows providing breathtaking views of the lush outdoors, this visually stunning and sustainable venue seamlessly intertwines rich history with natural beauty. Botanico’s commitment to cherishing seasonal flavours is reflected in their customised menus, crafted with the freshest ingredients to delight all palates. Here, you can embrace your dream botanical wedding, surrounded by the tranquility of an Edenic paradise.
Botanico At The Garage is located at 50 Cluny Park Road Singapore Botanic Gardens Singapore 257488. For bookings and more information, please visit their website, call +65 9831 1106 or email enquiry@thegarage.sg.
S.E.A Aquarium
At the unparalleled Ocean Gallery in S.E.A World, celebrate your love against a mesmerising panorama of ocean life, visible through the world’s largest viewing panel. With a capacity of up to 260 guests, the four-tiered Ocean Gallery immerses your guests in a glittering underwater world, exuding grandeur and ocean mystique. Indulge them with a sumptuous Six-Course Wedding Menu (S$258++ per pax) featuring fresh ocean delights. Additionally, hosting your wedding in the Ocean Gallery entitles you to an unforgettable night’s stay in their Ocean Suites – a cosy two-story townhouse design complete with an outdoor patio and Jacuzzi, allowing you to be mesmerised by an underwater view of over 100,000 marine creatures right at the foot of your bed.
S.E.A Aquarium is located at 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269. For bookings and more information, please visit their website, or email enquiries@rwsentosa.com.
Top Image: Botanico At The Garage