The Maritime Room. The Viaduct’s most stunning and picturesque, waterfront venue for hire Auckland locals trust.
Whether you need an event venue for a corporate event, work function, entertaining clients, a cocktail party or a wedding – or you simply need a private meeting room with ocean views and exceptional cuisine. Don’t waste precious time searching for venue hire near me, our luxury Auckland event space is the perfect place for your guests.
Our story. Four event professionals searching for the ultimate location for Auckland’s best private events. They found it on Princes Wharf in Viaduct Harbour, within The NZ Maritime Museum.
A private marina in the Auckland City CBD. Stunning Waitemata views. Viaduct energy. The Maritime Room has transformed into a versatile luxury event space where four Directors work with their experienced team to create exceptional events and strive to be the best when it comes to venue hire Auckland wide.
Allan – ambitious to build a world-class events venture.
Ben – committed to flawless facilities and service.
Michael – passionate about sensational cuisine.
Melanie – your impeccable event planning partner.
All four, hands on.
Your experience will be enhanced by our long-term team of talented service staff. Almost all with us for nearly ten years. Absolutely dedicated to delighting you and your guests.
We are relentlessly driven by our passion to delight you and your guests with Auckland’s very best event-scale food and drink catered perfectly to your event or party.
Our cuisine and bar is what sets us apart from the rest when it comes to private event venues for hire in Auckland.
Contact us now and hire our unforgettable waterfront Auckland event space for your party, function, corporate event, or Oceanside wedding.
All our needs were more than met and the staff were lovely. I think it is easy to say that we’ll definitely be back to the venue again.
Aktive - April 2023
Hugo and your staff did an excellent job. They were very helpful and accommodating. We also had lots of really positive comments about the food. Thanks again to you and your staff for a great evening
Auckland Rowing – May 2023
Especially your professional organization and the great help from Ana and Lisa on the day. It was truly a pleasure to work with you all!
Alibaba Group (Australia and New Zealand) – March 2023
thank you, the venue was great as usual!
Specsavers– April 2023
You can relax and engage with your guests, as we excite and inspire you all with carefully crafted experiences, enhanced by a luxury event venue, professional planning, outstanding food and drinks, with extraordinary service from our event staff.
Right in the heart of Auckland City, The Maritime Room setting exudes success and prestige. Combined with technical AV mastery and flawless delivery, Our waterfront event venues in Auckland create a superb atmosphere for elevating business strategy.
Our private viaduct boardroom is the ideal space for corporate meetings, strategic sessions and workshops, where up to 20 guests will receive exceptional service that honours their status, in a beautiful and highly productive setting.
This incredibly versatile event venue gives you every freedom to design the most wonderful wedding event. From live music and mingling, to dining and dancing, with curtains sweeping open to reveal the next elegant aspect of your extraordinary wedding.
The Maritime Room is an Auckland events venue capable of hosting up to 400 guests simultaneously. Allowing us to smoothly host a range of events from traditional Indian weddings to intimate family celebrations.
The Maritime Room is tucked away on Princes Wharf in Auckland’s Viaduct Harbour, within the New Zealand Maritime Museum. You’re right in the CBD, but with a private marina outlook and sweeping views over the Waitematā Harbour. It feels like a waterfront escape, yet it’s still easy for guests to get to from anywhere in the city.
The Maritime Room is set up for almost any kind of event. We host corporate functions of all sizes, from meetings and conferences through to gala dinners, as well as cocktail parties, private celebrations and waterfront weddings. Whether you’re planning a work do, client entertainment, a product launch, a private party or a wedding reception, our flexible Auckland venue and experienced team are ready to make it special.
We can comfortably look after everything from a small gathering to a large reception. Our flexible, pillarless event venue can host up to 400 guests for a standing, cocktail-style event. For seated dinners or presentations, we can tailor the layout for anything from a few dozen to a few hundred people. Whether you’re inviting 20 guests or 400, we’ll configure the room and experience to suit.
Yes, we do. Food and drink are a big part of what we offer. Our in-house catering team designs menus to suit your event, whether that’s a formal seated dinner, generous canapés or relaxed grazing stations, and we can accommodate any dietary restrictions. We also provide a full bar service with a range of beverage packages, including signature cocktails and quality wines, so catering becomes one of the highlights of your event. No external caterers sorry.
You get the best of both worlds with The Maritime Room: true waterfront views and a central city address. Guests look out over Viaduct Harbour and the Waitematā Harbour, which creates a beautiful maritime backdrop for any occasion. Being part of the Maritime Museum adds a touch of character, while the Viaduct precinct brings a lively, upmarket feel. Our venue is the kind of setting that impresses people as soon as they arrive.
The Maritime Room is set up with everything you need for a smooth event. We have modern audiovisual systems for music, speeches and presentations, plus reliable high-speed Wi-Fi. Lighting and staging can be tailored for anything from conferences to dance floors. Our pillarless rooms with high ceilings give clear sightlines and make theming easy. We supply banquet and cocktail furniture, climate control and on-site restrooms, and can help organise any extra equipment you need.
Yes. Even though we’re right in the city, guests usually find parking straightforward. The Viaduct Harbour area has plenty of parking options close by, with public car parks just a short walk from the venue. There’s also great access to public transport and nearby accommodation, which keeps logistics simple for everyone.
It’s best to get in touch as soon as you have a date or rough timeframe. The Maritime Room is a popular Auckland venue, so prime dates, especially weekends and holiday periods, can book out several months in advance. Many clients confirm 3–12 months ahead. If your timing is tighter, still reach out – we’ll check availability and do what we can. The earlier you enquire, the more options we’ll have for you.
Of course. We always encourage a visit before you lock anything in. Seeing the harbour views, layout options and styling in person makes it much easier to picture your event. Get in touch and we’ll arrange a personal tour, walk you through the venue and chat about what you have in mind. It’s a great chance to ask questions and make sure the venue feels right for you.
Yes. We’re here to help with more than just the venue. Our events team supports you from the first enquiry right through to the day itself, with advice on planning, layout, run-sheets and timings. We also offer packages for popular event types, such as weddings and corporate functions, which bundle venue hire, catering, staffing and standard AV. If you’d rather go fully bespoke, we’ll still help pull together all the details so nothing is missed.
Yes, when you book The Maritime Room it’s yours for the duration of your event. We’re a private function venue, so you won’t be sharing the space with anyone else. That means complete privacy, full control over the atmosphere and a team that’s focused entirely on you and your guests. It really does feel like having your own private waterfront venue for the day or night.
It’s nice and simple. You can reach us by filling in the enquiry form on our website, sending us an email or giving us a call. Let us know your preferred date, the type of event and an approximate guest count, and our event manager will come back to you with options and availability. We often follow up with a venue tour or planning chat. To secure your date, we’ll confirm a booking agreement and deposit, then work with you on all the details right through to the final guest heading home.
Yes, we ask for a deposit to lock in your event date. Usually this is the price of the quoted venue hire. Full payment is due a couple of weeks before the event. We’ll outline everything clearly in your booking agreement. If you have questions or need flexible options, our team is happy to chat through what works best for your planning timeline.
Definitely. We’re based on Princes Wharf, right next to the Hilton Auckland. There are plenty of hotels within walking distance, including M Social, The Hotel Britomart, and others in the Viaduct and CBD. Whether your guests want five-star luxury or affordable comfort, there are lots of great options nearby to suit different budgets and preferences.
Yes, we have a list of reliable suppliers for flowers, styling, and entertainment who know the venue well. You’re also welcome to bring your own vendors if you prefer. We just ask that you coordinate with us in advance so everything runs smoothly on the day, including access and setup times for outside suppliers.
We welcome live bands, DJs, and dancing. The venue is sound-friendly and follows standard Auckland Council noise rules. Most events finish by midnight or 1 AM, but we can stay open as late as 3 AM. We’ll help you manage volume levels and plan your schedule based on your event style and timeline.
If something changes, we’ll do our best to help. We can usually move your deposit to a new date, depending on availability. Cancellations are handled according to our booking terms, with refunds only possible when we can rebook the date. Reach out early and we’ll work with you on the fairest solution.
Yes, The Maritime Room is fully accessible. There’s lift access from Princes Wharf, no stairs inside, and everything is on one level. We have accessible bathrooms and flexible layouts for mobility needs. Nearby parking includes mobility spaces, and our team is always happy to help with special requirements.
This fantastic venue and the team’s incredible service will bring your event vision to life.
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The oceanside setting is sensational; the Viaduct is exciting; and the parking’s good too.
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