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The Mattara Hotel weddings: a photographer’s guide

Kotara South · Newcastle

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About the Mattara

The Mattara Hotel is a pub at Kotara South with six private function rooms, suited to relaxed, smaller weddings.

Receptions

The Sandbar is the largest room, for about 110, and can be combined with the Lagoon. Smaller rooms (the Island, Lagoon, Atlantis and Cove) take from about 20 to 50. There are packages for weddings of under 30.

Photo spots to look for

Pair the reception with portraits at the beaches or Blackbutt Reserve nearby.

The Mattara Hotel wedding FAQs

How many guests can the Mattara hold?

About 110 in the Sandbar.

Venue details from bridebook.com, venuenow.com, checked October 2026. Always confirm with the venue.

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