5 Best Venues for Photo Booth Hire in Remuera

Planning a party, wedding or corporate function in Remuera? The right venue sets the mood, but the right extras make the night memorable, and nothing gets guests laughing and mingling like a photo booth. If you are looking for photo booth hire in Remuera, the first step is choosing a space that has room for it.

At Kookaboo Photo Booth we set up in venues across Auckland, so we know what makes a space work. Below are five Remuera venues worth shortlisting, with notes on which of our booths suits each one: the Glam Cam Neo, the Classic Booth, the Giant Magic Mirror and the 360 Photo Booth.

Kookaboo is not affiliated with any venue below. Details come from public venue listings and can change, so always confirm availability, rates and rules directly with the venue.

What to check before you book a venue for a photo booth

Floor space. Our booths need at least 2m x 2m, and 3m x 2m is ideal. The 360 Photo Booth needs a minimum of 3m x 3m, so measure before you commit.

Supplier rules. Some venues have preferred supplier lists. Ask whether an outside photo booth company is allowed, and tell them early.

Access and power. Check the load-in route and where power is available near your booth spot.

Guest flow. Put the booth where people can queue without blocking the bar, the dance floor or the toilets.

1. Orakei Bay: best for a waterside celebration

Orakei Bay (231 Orakei Road) is a multi-level waterside function and conference centre. Its listing describes five event spaces that can be combined or configured to suit your event, including a Gallery with views over Orakei Basin and a Foyer with high vaulted ceilings and full-length windows.

Why it works with a photo booth: the flexible spaces make it easy to give the booth its own corner, so guests can drift in and out without interrupting the speeches or dancing.

Best booth match: We went there with the Giant Magic Mirror suits the elegant setting, and the 360 Photo Booth works well too if you can spare the 3m x 3m footprint.

Good to know: the venue is not BYO and works with preferred caterers and suppliers, so ask early about bringing in a photo booth. Availability on third-party listing sites can look limited, so check with the venue directly.

2. Remuera Golf Club: best for weddings, milestone birthdays and corporate events

Remuera Golf Club (120 Abbotts Way) offers private event spaces overlooking the 18th fairway, including the Tui Lounge, a light-filled function space that can be set up for different types of events. Its wedding information mentions room for up to 120 guests, equipment hire and customised room layouts.

Why it works with a photo booth: free parking and easy motorway access make arrival simple, and customisable layouts mean the booth can be placed exactly where you want it.

Best booth match: We did setup the Classic Booth, which is ideal for guests who love a printed keepsake, or the Glam Cam Neo to keep the party moving.

Good to know: the club also runs driving range events, which is a fun twist for corporate days.

3. St Luke’s Church and Community Centre: best for budget-friendly events

St Luke’s (130 Remuera Road) has a range of rooms for hire. At the time of writing, a listing shows the Courtyard Room (seats 50 to 60) from $37 per hour, the Lounge Room (seats 50 to 60) from $33 per hour, and the Lounge and Activities Rooms combined from $55 per hour. The church itself seats 250 to 300 for larger gatherings. The venue also appears in lists of BYO-friendly Auckland spaces.

Why it works with a photo booth: low hourly rates leave more budget for the entertainment, and the combined Lounge and Activities space gives a booth room to breathe.

Best booth match: the Classic Booth or Giant Magic Mirror for birthdays, engagement parties and community celebrations.

Good to know: rates and room rules can change, so confirm both when you enquire.

4. St Aidan’s Hall: best for kids’ parties and community celebrations

St Aidan’s (5 Ascot Avenue) is a church and community hall about a five-minute walk from Remuera village. It has a sprung wooden floor, a raised stage, a lighting and sound system and a kitchen with a service hatch into the hall.

Why it works with a photo booth: a traditional hall layout usually leaves open floor for a booth, and the stage and sound system suit a party with music and speeches. Measure the floor first if you want a 360 setup.

Best booth match: the Glam Cam Neo for roaming around the room, or the 360 Photo Booth for dance-floor videos.

Good to know: the hall allows a maximum of 50 children at a party, and a mandatory $50 cleaning fee applies to kids’ parties. Book enough time to set up and pack down.

5. Orakei Local: best for intimate gatherings with a neighbourhood feel

Orakei Local offers a flexible function space in the heart of Remuera, with an industrial-chic dining room and a relaxed local atmosphere. It suits everything from small get-togethers to livelier celebrations, and one recent reviewer mentioned hosting a function of 30 people.

Why it works with a photo booth: smaller venues mean guests are never far from the booth, which keeps the energy up.

Best booth match: the Glam Cam Neo or Classic Booth. Check the floor plan carefully before booking a 360 Photo Booth.

Good to know: because the space is more compact, confirm the booth footprint with the venue before you finalise your layout.