He'eia State Park Reviews
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14 Reviews
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Lorissa H. Sent on 08/02/2023Such a great day
We loved the outdoor indoor options for the wedding ceremony to be down on the grounds, and the reception in the hall.
Everyone was so nice and helpful, it was a solid space and the vendors were very comfortable setting up and we had plenty of room for all of our guests. -
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Shayla-Mae P. Sent on 07/24/2019Site Visit
I had the privilege of working with Tina who was very flexible with setting up 2 site visits. She is passionate about her position and the company she is working for. She shared her knowledge about ceremony and reception ideas.
As for the state park it has been renovated with upgrades in the prep kitchen, it has a wonderful rustic interior, and the view of Kaneohe Bay is gorgeous.He'eia State Park's reply:
Mahalo nui loa, we are excited to host your wedding and anything you need help with just let me know, I am happy to help. Have fun at the Expo and get lots of good ideas to bring back!!
Tina :o) -
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Chloe P. Sent on 07/24/2019The wedding location of your dreams that you can actually afford
Tina the He'eia State Park Events Manager was so helpful. She goes out of her way to ensure your wedding day is perfect. Basically it's like having a wedding planner come with the venue. The venue is stunning and Tina is the cherry on the cake. You won't be disappointed with this stunning location!He'eia State Park's reply:
Chloe, we are going to be Best Buds by the time this is over! Love how everything is coming together already for your Special Day! Your attention to detail and my industry connections is an awesome combination. Let's do this!!! :o)
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Keani Sent on 11/12/2019
Beautiful location and great value for your money!
This venue allows you to create a dream wedding without breaking the bank. You have to have an open mind and a creative vision to turn the hall in to something amazing. Using reliable vendors like Black Book Hawaii and having a very organized coordinator (Sweet Memories) is a must. Book this place early because it fills up quick and communication can be difficult with the venue coordinators sometimes but they have to deal with so many clients so it’s understandable. (Pictures are by kpixhawaii)He'eia State Park's reply:
Mahalo Keani for your insight and kind words into what your wedding day could be like here at the park! We're so happy we could host your big day and we wish you all the best in your marriage :) Thank you for sharing some pictures from your day as well, as you know that is so very helpful for any prospective couple looking to book here. All the best :) -
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Elysia G. Sent on 09/27/2019Best event venue on the island!
He'eia State Park is a beautiful and well-maintained park with a rustic banquet hall located on the Windward side of Oahu. With the Ko'olau, the fishpond, Kaneohe Bay and the gardens filled with native plants, there are breathtaking views everywhere you look. I feel so lucky to have been able to hold my wedding here.
If you're looking for an affordable venue that can accommodate about 150-200 guests, I highly recommend He'eia. It's the best! Plus, Tina and her team are super friendly and helpful.He'eia State Park's reply:
Elysia, mahalo for your kind words. Your Wedding Day was one of the most vibrant and interesting events of my year, I learned so much, thoroughly enjoyed meeting and working with your parents and ohana that week. May you both be blessed for many years to come. I appreciate you sharing a peek of some of the pix, it truly was a beautiful day. Much Aloha, Tina -
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Heather Sent on 07/17/2019
Tina was awesome!
We were married on July 14 and I am so glad we chose He'eia State Park for our venue! The surroundings are breathtaking and the history is incredible. It was an absolutely beautiful day. Tina was spectacular! From the day I booked, almost a year in advance, to the day of (and even beyond) she has been very professional and willing to help in any way; answering all questions and interacting with me and others involved in the wedding planning with professionalism. Tina broke her foot and was out for a while and while she was gone I visited the park and was ignored on one occasion by a young worker. When Tina returned to work I met with her and it was so blatantly obvious that she truly loves what she does (and she's good at it) and that comes through in the way she interacts with the couple/their helpers. Seriously, Tina is the reason why getting at He'eia is an excellent decision because she is so invested in what she does! Thank you for helping make our special day so special!He'eia State Park's reply:
Heather,
Your Perfectly Purple Party was definitely one to remember! If I could add pix that I took from my phone on here I would just to share all of your great ideas. Love your surprise for Justin with Bagpipe procession!! Thank you again for choosing us and happy to be a part of your Special Day.
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James M. Sent on 07/11/2019
Ms Tina Scotty was amazing
My husband and I recently were married at the He’eia State Park Banquet Hall in Kaneohe, HI. The venue was spectacular. The views were breathtaking. I loved being Able to create the wedding of our dreams. I was able to have outside vendors come in which made it great since we got married in Hawaii and we currently reside in Las Vegas Nevada. Miss Tina Scotty was great to work with she answered all my emails she was always very responsive and since we had a destination wedding it was much easier to communicate with her, our needs and our questions and she was able to help point us in the right direction so when we got there we had no stress for our wedding. Everything went smoothly. I love being able to decorate how we had envisioned our wedding day to be like for our family and friendsHe'eia State Park's reply:
Many Mahaloz to you both for the kind words, it was my pleasure to help host your Beautiful Day. I wish you many happy years together, and hope to see you back on the islands for your Anniversary.
A hui hou, Tina -
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Emma Sent on 06/27/2019
Get married here for a WOW factor!
We absolutely fell in love with the venue when we went to look around. And then on our wedding day it was even more beautiful than we could've imagined. The hula mound sits along the water, surrounded by palm trees and you cannot ask for a better setting. We rented the cottage and main hall which worked out because the groomsmen showered and got ready there. Everyone at the venue was incredibly easy to work with in answering our questions, making sure things were taken care of, and helping us pick vendors. We had a lot of out of town guests and they could not believe a place like this exists.He'eia State Park's reply:
Mahalo for the kind words, we were so happy to have shared your Big Day. All the best to you & Justin for many years to come! Alo)(a -
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Jana T. Sent on 06/07/2019Beautiful views in a relaxed atmosphere
Great place for any occasion. Our wedding was beautiful, rustic, fun. Tina, the manager, was super helpful. She also has a storeroom full of wedding and table décor. So before you hire someone to rent anything, be sure to go to the park and check out what she has. We used votive holders, bar tables, metal lanterns, an easel with glass to write your names/date. They have tons of tables and chairs. The chairs are plastic, not fancy. They have a stage that can be reconfigured. There aren't a lot of outlets for plugging in lights. They have 2 huge fans to cool the room, but the ocean breeze may be enough. We loved this venue!He'eia State Park's reply:
Mahalo nui loa for sharing your Big Day with us, it was beautiful and so glad everything worked out. Happy to make it a little easier for you when it is a destination wedding. Blessings to you both! T -
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Kaylene Sent on 02/23/2019
Amazing views and cheaper than hotels!
Some might not like having to set up your own venue, but I’m a control freak so I loved it. They have a lot of tables and chairs, and a large kitchen with freezer, refrigerator, and food warmer for your use. They provide the trash liners and even a ladder you can use to set up. The best part is that you do not have to clean up and put away the tables and chairs as long as you pay for the cleaning package (which is totally worth it). You can also rent some other equipment they have (projector, screen, arches, etc.). The only thing is that you have to expect that it is still a State Park that hosts tours during the day and has a gift shop. So there may be people coming to the venue that you didn’t invite. There is no way to prevent that. There are pros and cons to this venue, so it just depends on what you want.He'eia State Park's reply:
Aloha Kaylene!
So happy to hear that you enjoyed having your wedding here at He'eia State Park! :) We really appreciate you taking the time to inform other potential brides and grooms about what renting our venue entails, that definitely helps some of our renters decide to rent with us or not. With that said, we are glad that you decided to have your wedding here and that you enjoyed getting to control every aspect of your set up! He'eia seems like it was the perfect match for your wedding and we hope it was everything you wanted and more :) Mahalo nui loa for the lovely review and best wishes on your new marriage! :) -
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Janeen Sent on 02/19/2016Wow! This place is a hidden gem. I've lived in Hawaii all my life and had no idea this place was here. After my original ceremony and reception venue was cancelled, my fiance and I scrambled to find some place that had the a date open in June. We only had a small window of dates to work with as our family on the mainland had already booked tickets. We lucked out and got a weekend date! But they do book up really far in advance for Friday and Saturday dates. Kai was so helpful in explaining rental costs and what is included. It's a state park, so smoking is a no no. (Otherwise you lose your $500 security deposit ). They have tables and chairs available and you can pretty much set it up however you want. No using tacks or nailing anything to the walls. The grounds are beautiful and the building itself has gorgeous dark wood exposed beams. There is a small feral cat community that resides in the parking lot, but they are friendly and seem to be well taken care of. (Cat lover here). It is wise to check out the amenities as the ceiling fans were broken the day of our event and some of the table legs were broken. We made due, but had to put round table cloths on the rectangular tables and use the giant loud fans to help cool our guests down. Some of the chairs are little worse for wear, so be sure to check each one you use. Overall, it is still a beautiful venue and you can't beat the views. Someone is always there, so if you have any questions you can get answers right away. -
User2662866 Sent on 06/26/2016If you are up to decorating the place yourself, then this is the venue for you. All tables and chairs are provided! Some tables were broken so be sure to check in with the office a few weeks before your event. Other than that, the ocean view is beautiful and the hall is very spacious!He'eia State Park's reply:
Thank you so much for having your event at Heeia! 100% of your donation goes to upkeep of this gorgeous state park and to our non-profit childcare organization!!! Awesome review come back and visit us anytime!
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