No matter what your favorite Staten Island venue is, you can rest assured that nearly every venue has a special package deal. Whether it has a free site fee or a free bar with an unlimited number of guests, these deals are designed to provide you with the best service available. They also come with complimentary wine and champagne cocktails to toast during your ceremony, whether it be on-site or in-home. This article lists the 15 best Staten Island wedding venues for beautiful, unique, and memorable nuptials.
1. Todt Hill Manor
2241 Hylan Blvd. Staten Island, NY 10306
718-980-8039
Todt Hill Manor is a Victorian-style mansion that has been preserved to maintain its traditional beauty. Set in a small neighborhood on the South Shore of Staten Island, this venue offers a classic landscape to display your ceremony amidst rows of flowers and overlooking lawns and ponds. The gardens can be used for your ceremony or reception, with both elegant and casual design options. The main house has the Grand Ballroom, but smaller rooms can host your wedding party. The grounds are open for guests to enjoy in the summertime.
2. Ocean View Golf Club
2180 Arthur Kill Rd. Staten Island, NY 10309
718-667-0600
Ocean View Golf Club is an elegant venue that rests on 18 golf course holes. While this property can accommodate up to 300 guests, the view of the Arthur Kill strait and the classic architecture is sure to impress. The banquet rooms are located inside, but enjoy your cocktail hour on the patio, where you’ll see views of the sunset over the water. There are plenty of options for decor here as well, with access to a bridal suite available. You can even have your wedding here after your reception.
3. The Andover Hotel
420 Forest Ave. Staten Island, NY 10302
718-418-7200
This casual hotel is located near the Staten Island Mall. It has a marble foyer and a lobby that can be decorated with fresh flowers or a lovely tall vase arrangement. The banquet facilities include the Great Room, Butlers’ Pantry, two intermediate rooms, and three smaller rooms. Butlers’ Pantry offers a premium catering menu along with wait staff to help you plan out your wedding as well as beverages as needed.
4. St. George Theatre
265 Stuyvesant Place Staten Island, NY 10301
718-442-3247
This historic landmark has been restored to its former glory. It opened in 1922 as a movie theatre but was converted into a live performance venue in 2003. St. George has hosted major acts, including The Killers, Wale, and Willie Nelson, at its 2,500-seat venue and can provide you with an elegant and classic reception space. There is a separate wedding entrance and ceremony space and an outside patio for cocktail hours. The event coordinator can also help arrange transportation for your guests as well as chair hire and catering.
5. Chelsea Garment District
300 West 22nd Street New York, NY 10023
(212) 805-3666
ChelseaGarmentDistrict is a historic neighborhood that’s been around for over a century. Living quarters include loft apartments, lofts with river views, and a handful of luxury four-star hotels. This is a great place to choose if you want to be near many wedding venues and within walking distance to Manhattan.
6. The Coliseum at Queens Center
300 Veterans Memorial Hwy. Staten Island, NY 10314
718-368-2440
The Coliseum at Queens Center is a multi-purpose arena that hosts sporting events, concerts, and other entertainment areas. The building itself has an impressive history. The Coliseum was constructed in 1969 after being used as a shipping port for over 100 years. The arena was renovated into its current state in 2011 and offered a spacious space for any event.
7. Glen Cove Mansion
2 Glen Cove Rd. Staten Island, NY 10302
718-853-1000
This mansion is an elegant venue located near the Saint George neighborhood on Roosevelt Island. The mansion can accommodate anywhere from 125 to 250 guests for your wedding ceremony and reception. There are plenty of outdoor areas for dining and dancing, as well as four meeting rooms for your meetings throughout the day.
8. Clove Lakes Golf Club
2190 Richmond Rd. Staten Island, NY 10314
718-667-7000
Clove Lakes Golf Club is a public links course located in the heart of Staten Island. The golf course features mature trees and a wide array of plants which add to the landscape’s beauty. This venue offers outdoor space for your ceremony and a banquet room decorated with oval tables and ceiling mirrors. You can also have your reception outdoors or by renting out one of their party rooms.
9. Whitehall Hotel
200 South St. New York, NY 10004
212-571-6300
The Whitehall Hotel provides each guest with a luxurious, cozy room with high-quality service. This hotel features an Italian restaurant and lounge area for your guests to relax after your ceremony or reception. You can also host your wedding here after your reception, whether it’s in the main ballroom or the terrace.
10. New York City Fire Museum
278 Spring St. New York, NY 10013
212-226-6800
This museum offers a unique venue that pays tribute to the heroes of NYC. The site uses many artifacts from the FDNY and even has an open memorial for guests to view. As a museum, there are regular hours that you can schedule your reception with the event coordinator.
11. Bradley International Airport
61 Van Wyck Expressway Staten Island, NY 10301
(718) 986-8000
Bradley International Airport has a modern setup and offers many amenities for guests and wedding parties. There’s an on-site catering kitchen and banquet services as well as handicap-accessible spaces for all attendants to enjoy your day. You can also have your ceremony and party at a nearby dock which is a great outdoor venue.
12. Castle Clinton National Monument
Battery Park City New York, NY 10004
646-206-8110
This beautiful National Monument offers fantastic views of the Statue of Liberty as well as the skyline of New York City. It features two different wedding ceremony locations and a bride and groom’s room to help you feel comfortable during your special day. You also have access to two guest rooms, a high-quality catering kitchen, and a great hall for your reception.
13. Hilton Garden Inn
234 Front St. Staten Island, NY 10302
718-667-7300
Hilton Garden Inn offers a room for you and your husband to stay in on the night before your wedding. There is also a business center with a printer/fax machine available for use during your stay. This hotel also has a wedding attendant that will help you schedule your ceremony and reception as well as make other arrangements for your guests.
14. Staten Island Mall
100 Mall Dr. Staten Island, NY 10301
718-854-5800
Staten Island Mall is a great venue for those who don’t want to spend the entire day on-site or those wanting to be close to transportation. The Mall has a large venue you can rent out for your reception and ceremony. The event coordinator will be able to provide you with catering and other services as well as help make transportation arrangements for your guests.
15. Staten Island Yankees Stadium
Richmond Terrace at Stuyvesant Place New York, NY 10301
(718) 817-8444
New York Yankees Stadium is located across the street from Clove Lakes Golf Course. You can enjoy your wedding ceremony and reception with USCG, catering services, handicap-accessible space, and a full bar. The Yankees are one of the most popular sporting teams in New York City, with plenty of fans traveling from worldwide to attend games.
Conclusion
Wedding planning can be a time of both excitements as well as stress for those planning to get married. However, choosing one of the above Staten Island wedding venues that’s appropriate for the feel and style of your wedding will ensure you have a fantastic day. Choosing a venue with amenities such as restrooms, music space, chairs and tables, and housekeeping will help your guests have a great time as well.