Proposals and weddings at Montauk Yacht Club
Montauk Yacht Club offers multiple on-site wedding venues — from intimate Lighthouse spaces and the Villa/Cottage Lawn to the Waterfront Ballroom, Great Lawn, Sunset Pier and Alba Spiaggia — with event capacities that cover small elopements up to larger receptions. The resort provides on-site catering options (Alba Spiaggia, The Pool Bar, Yachtys), bridal-suite space, rooms and cottages for wedding parties, and a dedicated events team; contact the hotel or BookResorts agents for reservations and current pricing.
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Venues and capacities
Montauk Yacht Club lists a wide range of indoor and outdoor event spaces, so you can plan everything from an intimate rehearsal dinner to a large reception on the Great Lawn. Capacities vary by space and setup; some rooms include outdoor terraces or private decks.
If you need an indoor ballroom with a terrace, the Waterfront Ballroom is a commonly used option. For waterfront ceremonies, the Sunset Pier offers a pier setting; the Villa Lawn and Cottage Lawn sit closer to the historic cottages for a courtyard-style event.
- Waterfront Ballroom: indoor/outdoor, terrace, up to 250 guests (cocktail capacity listed as 250).
- Great Lawn / Cottage Lawn: large open-air lawn, up to 1,000 standing (Great Lawn ranges cited for seated/standing setups).
- Villa Lawn (Cottage Lawn & Courtyard): private terrace enclave, capacity noted up to 300.
- Sunset Pier: pier venue, capacity up to 160 standing (1,024 sq ft) and smaller seated options.
| Venue | Typical max capacity (standing/seated) |
|---|---|
| Waterfront Ballroom | Up to 250 (cocktail); indoor with terrace |
| Great Lawn | Up to 1,000 standing (varies by setup) |
| Sunset Pier | Up to 160 standing / smaller seated options |
Ceremony logistics and timing
Ceremonies can be held on the Great Lawn, Villa/Cottage Lawn, Sunset Pier, or in indoor venues such as the Waterfront Ballroom. The hotel’s events team coordinates site logistics, set-up and the use of terraces or decks where applicable.
Montauk Yacht Club recommends coordinating details — arrival times, vendor load-in, power needs, and on-site parking/valet — with the events manager well in advance. The property enforces standard venue rules and capacities, and some outdoor spaces can be subject to weather-related restrictions.
- Ask the events team about availability for a rehearsal dinner and ceremony blocks to avoid scheduling conflicts.
- Confirm vendor load-in windows and any AV/wiring needs for live music or a DJ.
- For outdoor ceremonies, have a weather plan; indoor Ballroom space can serve as a backup.
| Item | What to confirm |
|---|---|
| Vendor load-in | Times, parking, access points |
| Seating & rentals | Chairs, staging, tenting if needed |
| Backup plan | Indoor Ballroom or alternate covered space |
Reception dining and catering options
Montauk Yacht Club operates on-site dining outlets that can be used for weddings or related events. Alba Spiaggia is the resort’s waterfront Italian restaurant and can be reserved for private events; The Pool Bar and Yachtys (the Great Lawn food-truck concept) offer more casual poolside and lawn options.
Alba Spiaggia is open seasonally and takes reservations through Resy; party time limits and outdoor seating availability are subject to restaurant policy. For private-event planning, work with the hotel’s events or catering contact to confirm menus, service style, timing and whether off-site caterers may be permitted.
- Alba Spiaggia: Italian waterfront dining; listed event capacity up to 220 and standard restaurant hours with seasonal closures.
- The Pool Bar: casual, poolside drinks and bites; good for cocktail hours or informal post-ceremony gatherings.
- Yachtys: food truck on the Great Lawn (Friday–Sunday), useful for casual pool-day receptions or welcome gatherings.
| Dining outlet | Typical use for weddings |
|---|---|
| Alba Spiaggia | Formal or semi-formal receptions; indoor/outdoor spaces; private events possible |
| The Pool Bar | Casual cocktail hours, poolside service |
| Yachtys | Casual lawn catering / late-afternoon fare (food-truck style) |
Rooms, suites and getting-ready spaces
Montauk Yacht Club provides a range of accommodations that event parties commonly use when booking a wedding block: Suite, Room, Room (Water View), Room (Waterview), Room (Bragg Estate), Room, Room, Room, Room, Room, and Room, Beachfront. The property also lists historic cottages and a bridal suite available for wedding parties.
Reserve a mix of room types for immediate family and the wedding party, and confirm early check-in or late check-out needs with the front desk. Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM; the hotel may accommodate early arrival or late departure based on availability.
- Request a bridal-suite or Lighthouse One/Lighthouse Two spaces for getting-ready photos and staging.
- Confirm rollaway/extra-bed fees and pet policies if guests bring dogs; rollaway fees are noted at roughly $75–$100 per night in some listings.
- Bridal parties often book a mix of Suite and Room (Waterview) or Room, Beachfront for water-facing photos and staging.
| Room name (book using exact name) | Typical bed configuration (as listed) |
|---|---|
| Suite | 1 King Bed |
| Room (Waterview) | 1 King Bed |
| Room, Beachfront | 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds |
Pools, spa and activities for wedding guests
The resort has three pools (two outdoor and one indoor) and a private beach, making it easy to plan poolside welcome parties or recovery-day gatherings. The Great Lawn Pool is family-friendly; the Ocean Club/Marina Pool is adults-only (18+) and overlooks the marina; the indoor pool sits next to the fitness center and is open to all ages.
The Cabana Spa operates from a floating wellness cabana behind the property and offers ELEMIS treatments for the 2026 season. Spa reservations are required — book treatments early for wedding-weekend blocks.
- Great Lawn Pool: family-friendly, near the historic cottages and padel/tennis courts.
- Ocean Club (Marina) Pool: restricted to guests 18 and older.
- Cabana Spa: floating spa with massages, facials and body treatments; hours and availability may vary and require reservations.
| Amenity | Notes |
|---|---|
| Indoor pool | Open to all ages; adjacent to fitness center |
| Private beach | Open daily; life vests provided and required for use |
| Cabana Spa | Floating wellness cabana; reservation required |
Planning checklist and on-the-day tips
Before signing a contract, confirm the venue’s permitted vendor list, audio/AV rules, catering minimums, deposit schedule, and cancellation terms. The hotel assesses a mandatory Water Club Fee that covers pool and fitness access, premium in-room Wi‑Fi and other inclusions — ask which guest-room inclusions apply to event room blocks.
On the wedding day, allow extra time for ferrying guests between nearby docks or arranging drop-off points; the property offers guest services and concierge assistance for transportation, as well as on-site parking and valet options.
- Confirm ceremony and reception start/end times and vendor load-in windows.
- Ask about the Water Club/resort fee and whether it applies to event guests or room blocks.
- Reserve spa slots and any fitness or activity programming for guest welcome-weekend plans.
- Provide guests with check-in/out times (check-in 4:00 PM, check-out 11:00 AM) and the resort address: 32 Star Island Rd, Montauk, NY 11954.
| Who to contact | Why |
|---|---|
| Hotel events or catering team | Venue availability, menus, ceremony logistics |
| Concierge / front desk | Room blocks, transportation, spa reservations |
| BookResorts agents (24/7) | +1 (888) 605-1350 for booking assistance |
