White Elephant Hotel
Hotel in Nantucket, MA. Wedding venue pricing, packages and fees.
- Estimated cost: $40k–$46k est. total for 120 guests
- Services: Dinner
Originally constructed in the 1920s as a series of rustic cottages, the waterfront White Elephant Hotel sits directly along Nantucket Harbor. Outdoor wedding ceremonies and receptions take place on the Harborview Lawn, which overlooks the water, and the Harborview Terrace, an awning-covered heated patio. Indoor events are held within the Brant Point Grill or the Ballroom & Conference Center. On-site lodging consists of guest rooms, suites, multi-bedroom garden cottages, and two three-bedroom lofts located in town. Wedding packages include planning services, preferential guest room rates, a sparkling wine toast, and a multi-course meal with vegetarian and gluten-free options.
Food
Packages include four passed hors d'oeuvres, a choice of first course, a choice of two entrées, and wedding cake. Optional reception enhancements like raw bars, cheese/charcuterie displays, sushi platters, dessert buffets, and late-night bites are available at additional per-person or flat fees. Some premium first course and entrée selections incur additional per-person charges.
Packages
- Dinner: $235-$265 — based on package tier (Brant Point/Sankaty)
Includes: Detailed planning with wedding experts, Preferential guest room rates, Onsite waterfront wedding ceremonies & rehearsals, White garden chairs, china, flatware, glassware, tables, floor-length white linens, Personalized menu cards, votive candles, Complimentary sparkling wine for toast, Restaurant-style culinary presentation & service, Vegetarian and gluten-free options available
Taxes and fees
- Raw Bar Attendant Fee: $250
- Specialty Coffee Barista Fee: $250
- Ice Cream Sundae Bar Attendant Fee: $250
- Bartender Set-up Fee: $250
Good to know
- Wedding cake is provided by an outside vendor.
- Advance counts are required for entrée course selections.
- Some first course and entrée options, including King Crab Cocktail, Kuro A5 Wagyu, and specific Surf & Turf Duo Plates, incur additional per-person fees ($20-$35).
- A $500 minimum spend applies to any bar package.
- A $250 bartender set-up fee applies per bartender for bar packages.
Common questions
How much does a wedding at White Elephant Hotel cost?
Based on White Elephant Hotel's published pricing, a dinner reception for 120 guests comes to about $40,000–$45,500 in total, including the venue's own service charges, fees and tax. Your actual quote will depend on date, season, menu and final guest count.
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