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Pricing information

Starting at $15,200 Starting at $11,200
Couples usually spend $30,000 Couples usually spend $18,000
Reception
$2,700 starting price
Ceremony
$2,000 starting price
Bar service
$24 per person
Reception
$2,000 starting price
Ceremony
$1,000 starting price
Bar service
$24 per person
These prices are available for the months of May through October. These prices are available for the months of November through April.

About

On WeddingWire since 2009

The Union Buff Hotel is an oceanfront wedding venue in York Beach, Maine. Since 1868, guests have been traveling from all over to stay at this hotel and enjoy the views of Short Sands Beach. The Union Buff Hotel is that perfect destination for friends and family to enjoy while also providing a breathtaking backdrop for your big day.

Facilities and Capacity
This classic venue has a beautiful ballroom with ocean views for couples to celebrate on their wedding day. For couple’s seeking a Maine outdoor wedding, the oceanfront lawn offers picturesque views. An a inside backup option incase of inclement weather is also offered. The Grand Ballroom can hold up to 200 guests and has an attached ocean-view patio for cocktail hour that includes a bar. For a more intimate gathering, the Breakwater Room can accommodate up to 80 of the couple’s closest friends and family with a dance floor. This room also has an available ocean-view patio for cocktail hour, and it also includes a bar.

Services Offered
The Union Buff Hotel is a place for lodging, eating, and celebrating; the perfect combination for a wedding venue. Providing a fun, relaxed and memorable experience, the staff at the Union Bluff ensure your every detail is seen to. This oceanfront retreat offers many amenities to help on the wedding day and even beyond that. These services include:

  • Event coordinator
  • On-site catering
  • Bar service
  • Hotel room accommodations
  • Vendor relationships
  • House Hurricane centerpiece option
  • Linens
  • Tableware and glassware
  • Pub and Restaurant
  • Beach Acesss
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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$2,700

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$2,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$2,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$24

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

50

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Beach
Hotel
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December
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Reviews of Union Bluff Hotel

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4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
118 reviews
98% recommend it
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    4.9 out of 5 rating
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    4.9 out of 5 rating
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The Union Bluff venue has received exceptional reviews from multiple couples who got married there. The staff, including wedding planners Darlene and Amy, are highly praised for their organization, helpfulness, and attention to detail throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. Guests have raved about the delicious food, picturesque setting, and seamless execution of events, making it a top choice for couples looking for a beautiful and stress-free wedding experience. The affordability and convenience of the venue have also received positive feedback, making it a highly recommended location for weddings.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

The Union Bluff venue has received exceptional reviews from multiple couples who got married there. The staff, including wedding planners Darlene and Amy, are highly praised for their organization, helpfulness, and attention to detail throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. Guests have raved about the delicious food, picturesque setting, and seamless execution of events, making it a top choice for couples looking for a beautiful and stress-free wedding experience. The affordability and convenience of the venue have also received positive feedback, making it a highly recommended location for weddings.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 118 reviews
Google
4.4/5 874 reviews
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Morgan R. Sent on 11/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Setting, Incredible Staff, Epic Environment

Darlene and Annie and the entire UB team were exceptional from start to finish. From our first visit to the Meeting House to check out the ceremony and reception space through the end of our reception and beyond, we can’t say enough about how organized, thoughtful, and thorough the team is, and how special they helped make our most important day. Working with Annie as our coordinator provided a seamless experience planning our wedding day. She kept us organized, communicated quickly and with timely and relevant information, and was doing a little bit of everything on wedding day to ensure everything was perfect. She answered questions very quickly leading up to our wedding day and was very helpful and thoughtful while guiding us through the planning process. Darlene took over the planning of our Rehearsal Dinner at the UB Grill and was extremely helpful in getting us on track, answering all of our questions, and ensuring that us and our guests had a great night.
The picturesque setting and the ability to arrive and spend the whole weekend in York is what drew us to the Union Bluff, but they delivered beyond measure. The entire staff was wonderful, helpful, and extremely kind to us and our guests. The food was exquisite, everything we ate all weekend was delicious. When choosing where to throw the biggest day of your life, the Union Bluff team is all in to make it easy and enjoyable for you and your guests, and we can’t recommend them enough.
Amanda
Amanda A. Sent on 07/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

You won't regret it!

BOOK YOUR WEDDING HERE - YOU WONT REGRET IT! The planning, the food, the drinks, the scenery.... and not obscenely overpriced like others on the water. Kelsey and her colleagues are nothing short of amazing at what they do, and with this venue, you have a truly magical combination. I'm not the girl that's been planning her wedding since she was four, and the engagement was a surprise - so it goes without saying we needed a lot of help. The support from Kelsey made all the difference in the world.- she's a model of professionalism, poise and experience, and we would be lost without her. We had just the most magical day ever, and that wouldn't have been possible if she and the team were less than perfect. I truly don't know how they do it.
Jacqueline
Jacqueline B. Sent on 09/20/2022
5 out of 5 rating

10/10 Experience at Union Bluff!

My husband and I fell in love with the Union Bluff several years ago when we went to a close friends wedding. We loved it so much that we decided to get married there this summer and wouldn't have changed a thing! The venue itself is absolutely beautiful, you can't beat the view. Our wedding planner, Darlene, was beyond helpful and organized. She thought of every last detail and our wedding went off without a hitch. I would recommend this venue to ANYONE - but especially to folks who have guests coming from out of town. Everything is so convenient for family and friends visiting the area. We got married on a Friday, and most of our guests stayed the whole weekend at the Hotel - so it felt like our wedding lasted 3 days! We had such a beautiful wedding here thanks to Darlene and her team at the Union Bluff.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner

Team

Darlene Yankura, Annie Dalton, Olivia Morrill
Darlene Yankura, Annie Dalton, Olivia Morrill
Coordinator

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Creative Edge Arts Creative Edge Arts Wedding Videographers

We've been working alongside Darlene and her staff at the Union Bluff Meeting House for the past two years now, and things run so smoothly here. Darlene and her staff are extremely helpful. The beach-views from their property are excellent. It's an all-around unforgettable experience. A perfect venue for your wedding.

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