Weddings in Palm Beach: The Complete Guide to Venues & Where to Stay
With spectacular beaches, Pittwater sunsets and some of Sydney's most beautiful coastal venues, Palm Beach and neighbouring Whale Beach have long been among Sydney's most sought-after wedding destinations.
Less than 50 kilometres from the Sydney CBD, Palm Beach feels a world away from the city. Couples can choose from waterfront restaurants, clifftop venues overlooking the Pacific Ocean and relaxed coastal settings, while guests can turn the occasion into a weekend away on Sydney's Northern Beaches.
If you're planning a Palm Beach wedding—or travelling to the area as a wedding guest—here's our guide to some of the best wedding venues in Palm Beach and Whale Beach, together with where to stay and how to make the most of a wedding weekend.
Why choose Palm Beach for a wedding?
Palm Beach occupies the northern tip of Sydney's Northern Beaches, with Pittwater on one side and the Pacific Ocean on the other.
That geography provides an unusually varied collection of wedding settings within a relatively small area: beachfront ceremonies, waterfront receptions, Pittwater sunsets and elevated venues with sweeping ocean views.
It also lends itself particularly well to a destination-style wedding weekend.
Rather than guests travelling across Sydney immediately after the reception, families and friends can stay locally, spend the following morning at the beach or over a long breakfast, and make a weekend of the celebration.
For couples with guests travelling from interstate or overseas, it's an opportunity to show them a very different side of Sydney.
Mobys, Whale Beach
Mobys at Whale Beach is one of the area's iconic coastal venues and has been reimagined as a waterfront Italian restaurant and wedding venue.
Set at Whale Beach, Mobys combines its spectacular coastal setting with a relaxed Italian-inspired approach to food and entertaining. Wedding menus feature dishes inspired by the restaurant's focus on handmade pasta, fresh seafood and grilled classics.
The waterfront location gives weddings at Mobys the relaxed sophistication that makes Whale Beach such a popular destination for celebrations. Couples can create an entire weekend around the occasion, with beaches, restaurants and accommodation all close by.
For wedding guests staying at Blue Salt, Mobys is particularly convenient because both properties are located between Whale Beach and Palm Beach, allowing guests to stay locally rather than travelling back across Sydney after the reception.
Mobys is also now open as a restaurant outside private events, making it worth visiting even if you're staying in the area for a wedding at another venue.
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Dunes Palm Beach
Set close to Palm Beach and surrounded by coastal greenery, Dunes Palm Beach is another of the area's best-known wedding venues.
Now operated alongside Mobys by Merci Group, Dunes offers a different style of coastal wedding. Its Mediterranean-inspired setting combines natural textures, open-air alfresco dining and a relaxed Palm Beach atmosphere.
Fresh seafood and seasonal produce feature prominently in its wedding menus, and the venue's location just steps from the sand makes it particularly attractive for couples wanting a wedding that feels distinctly Palm Beach rather than like a traditional city reception.
Dunes and Mobys together provide two quite different options: Mediterranean-inspired Palm Beach at Dunes and waterfront Italian at Whale Beach at Mobys.
For guests attending a wedding at Dunes, staying locally makes the logistics particularly easy and provides an opportunity to enjoy Palm Beach before and after the wedding.
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The Joey, Palm Beach
For a wedding right on Pittwater, The Joey at Barrenjoey Boatshed offers one of Palm Beach's most distinctive waterfront settings.
The historic boatshed has been renovated and reimagined as The Joey, with beautiful views across Pittwater and a relaxed coastal Australian feel.
The venue hosts weddings and private events, with its location beside Governor Phillip Park providing an opportunity to combine a ceremony in the Palm Beach area with a waterfront reception.
The Joey is particularly appealing for couples wanting their guests to experience the Pittwater side of Palm Beach—the boats, calm water and evening light create a very different atmosphere from the ocean side of the peninsula.
Jonah's, Whale Beach
Just south of Palm Beach, Jonah's at Whale Beach is one of Sydney's most iconic coastal wedding venues.
Perched above Whale Beach, Jonah's combines dramatic Pacific Ocean views with a clifftop garden, terrace and acclaimed restaurant.
Couples can hold their ceremony overlooking the ocean before moving into the restaurant for the reception. Jonah's caters for weddings of up to 122 seated guests..
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Where to stay for a Palm Beach or Whale Beach wedding
Choosing the venue is only part of planning a destination wedding. Finding somewhere for family and friends to stay nearby can be equally important—particularly when several generations or groups of friends are travelling together.
Blue Salt Palm Beach offers two accommodation options between Palm Beach and Whale Beach, making it particularly well placed for wedding guests staying in the area.
Whether the wedding is at Mobys, Dunes, The Joey or Jonah's, staying locally means guests can enjoy the entire weekend rather than spending part of it travelling to and from Sydney.
Blue Salt – the Main House
The recently renovated five-bedroom Blue Salt main house is designed for families and groups and enjoys sweeping views across Pittwater.
The house is approximately a five-minute walk from Whale Beach and a short drive from Palm Beach. Its location makes it particularly convenient for weddings across both Palm Beach and Whale Beach in particular Mobys which is walking distance, and Jonah's is a short drive..
The recent renovation has added a swimming pool, spa and outdoor cabana, along with a covered alfresco entertaining area and outdoor kitchen.
In addition to the main house, a private one-bedroom studio with a full bathroom is available to book at an additional cost. This provides extra space and privacy, making it ideal for wedding guests, bridal parties or family members seeking their own retreat.
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Blue Salt Cottage
For couples or smaller families, Blue Salt Cottage is a restored two-bedroom sandstone cottage overlooking Pittwater.
Originally built in the 1940s, the cottage has been completely renovated while retaining its original Palm Beach character. It sleeps up to five guests and includes a deck overlooking Pittwater, BBQ area and wood-burning fireplace.
It can be booked independently or, subject to availability, alongside the main house—giving larger family groups the flexibility of having two separate properties close together.
Turn the wedding into a Palm Beach weekend
One of the advantages of attending a wedding in Palm Beach or Whale Beach is that there's no need for the weekend to revolve solely around the reception.
If you're travelling to the area, we'd recommend allowing at least two nights—and ideally making a full weekend of it.
Friday: Arrive and settle into Palm Beach
Arrive in the afternoon, unpack and head down to Palm Beach or Whale Beach.
For groups staying at Blue Salt, sunset drinks overlooking Pittwater are an easy way to start the weekend before heading out for dinner or enjoying a relaxed meal at the house.
If your wedding is elsewhere, the newly reopened Mobys also provides another nearby option for an Italian dinner or long lunch during the weekend.
Saturday: Wedding day
Start with breakfast locally or a walk along the beach before getting ready for the wedding.
Depending on the venue, your ceremony and reception might overlook Pittwater, sit alongside Palm Beach or take place above or beside Whale Beach.
If you're travelling as a group, organising taxis or private transport in advance means everyone can enjoy the evening without worrying about driving.
Sunday: Recovery, beach and brunch
Don't rush back to Sydney.
Have a slow breakfast, swim at Palm Beach or Whale Beach, relax by the pool, or walk up to Barrenjoey Lighthouse for one of the best views on the Northern Beaches.
A Sunday lunch overlooking the water is a fitting end to a Palm Beach wedding weekend.
Accommodation for families attending a Palm Beach wedding
Wedding accommodation can become complicated when parents, grandparents, siblings and children are all attending the same event.
A larger holiday house offers a different option from booking numerous individual hotel rooms.
At Blue Salt, the main house is particularly suited to families and multi-generational groups, with five bedrooms, multiple living areas and extensive outdoor spaces.
The pool, spa and recreation areas are also useful when children are part of the wedding party—the wedding might occupy one afternoon and evening, but families still need somewhere enjoyable to spend the rest of the weekend.
For even larger groups, booking the main house and cottage together, when both are available, can provide additional flexibility while allowing everyone to stay on the same property.
Getting around Palm Beach during a wedding weekend
Palm Beach and Whale Beach are relatively compact, but transport is worth organising before the wedding—particularly for larger groups.
If you're drinking at the reception, don't plan on driving. Arrange taxis, rideshare or private transfers ahead of time, and ask your wedding venue whether dedicated guest transport is being organised.
Guests staying locally have a significant advantage over those travelling back to central Sydney after the reception.
For Blue Salt guests, both Palm Beach and Whale Beach are nearby, while Whale Beach itself is around a five-minute walk from the main house.
When should wedding guests book Palm Beach accommodation?
Palm Beach and Whale Beach are popular throughout the year, but accommodation becomes particularly sought after during spring and summer, school holidays and long weekends.
If you're attending a wedding between September and April, we'd recommend organising accommodation as soon as the wedding date is confirmed—particularly if you need a larger property that can accommodate a family or group together.
The same applies if several members of the wedding party want to stay close to one another.
Frequently asked questions about Palm Beach weddings
What are the main wedding venues in Palm Beach and Whale Beach?
Popular wedding venues in the immediate area include Mobys Whale Beach, Dunes Palm Beach, The Joey Palm Beach and Jonah's Whale Beach. Each offers a different interpretation of a Sydney coastal wedding, from waterfront Italian dining at Mobys to Pittwater views at The Joey and the elevated ocean outlook from Jonah's.
Is Mobys Whale Beach open for weddings?
Yes. Mobys has reopened at Whale Beach as a waterfront Italian restaurant and wedding and events venue operated by Merci Group. Mobys offers wedding packages and private events as well as regular restaurant dining.
Where can wedding guests stay in Palm Beach?
Palm Beach and Whale Beach have a mix of boutique accommodation and private holiday houses. Larger houses can be particularly useful for families and groups wanting to stay together. Blue Salt offers a five-bedroom main house and separate two-bedroom cottage between Palm Beach and Whale Beach.
Can a large family stay together for a Palm Beach wedding?
Yes. Blue Salt's main house has five bedrooms and is designed for family and group stays. Subject to availability, the neighbouring two-bedroom Blue Salt Cottage can also be booked, providing another option for larger family groups.
Is Palm Beach suitable for a destination wedding?
Absolutely. Although Palm Beach is still within Sydney, its beaches, Pittwater setting and distance from the city give it the feel of a coastal destination. Staying locally for two or three nights allows guests to turn the wedding into a weekend away.
Stay at Blue Salt for your Palm Beach wedding weekend
Whether you're travelling to the area for a wedding at Mobys Whale Beach, Dunes Palm Beach, The Joey or Jonah's, staying locally allows you to enjoy much more than the wedding itself.
Blue Salt is positioned between Palm Beach and Whale Beach and offers accommodation ranging from our intimate two-bedroom sandstone cottage to our recently renovated five-bedroom family home with pool, spa, cabana and Pittwater views.
Come for the wedding. Stay for the weekend.
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