Rain or Shine: 7 Indoor-Outdoor Wedding Venues That Let Love Win No Matter the Weather

Where to get married when the forecast can’t be trusted: the ultimate indoor-outdoor venues.

Yet, as if on cue, the skies cleared just before the ceremony began, allowing their outdoor vows to go ahead. 

RELATED: Against All Forecasts, Becca Bloom’s Lake Como Wedding Was Blessed by Clear Skies

Later, as night fell, rain returned but the setup was ready (including indoor spaces), and their celebration carried on. That moment underlines a truth: even the best-planned outdoor wedding deserves a gorgeous indoor alternative. 

Her story is a reminder: if you want peace of mind (and amazing photos), choosing a venue with both indoor and outdoor setups isn’t just smart,it’s essential. Below are seven venues around the world built to handle weather surprises without sacrificing style.

1. Villa Balbiano (Lake Como, Italy)

Outdoors: Gardens, lawns, lakeside terrace, private dock. Indoors: Frescoed salons, grand halls. Capacity for 100-200 guests depending on setup. If rain hits, the villa offers beautiful interiors that still feel expansive and romantic. 

2. The Vanderbilt Estate (Phuket, Thailand)

This elegant Georgian mansion comes with indoor salons and dining rooms for more formal parts of the day, plus themed gardens, outdoor lawns, a lake, and an amphitheatre. It gives you major flexibility.

3. Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc (Antibes, France)

Think Belle Époque interiors and the Iles de Lérins Ballroom for indoor elegance. Outdoors? Terraces, gardens, the Grande Allée, and pool decks with sweeping terraces make for gorgeous outdoor ceremonies. Great if you want French Riviera glamour plus shelter.

4. Mona Farm (Braidwood, NSW, Australia)

With a purpose-built reception hall plus manicured gardens, lakeside spaces, and open lawns, Mona Farm gives plenty of options to pivot indoors or outdoors depending on weather. A solid choice for couples who love rustic-meets-refined vibes.

5. Pullman Resort Ras Al Khaimah (UAE)

Indoor: elegant ballrooms and multiple formal halls. Outdoor: private beachfront areas, terraces with sea views. Offers a dramatic backdrop, especially if weather turns, beach outdoors, ballroom indoors.

6. Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts (Global)

They often combine iconic indoor spaces, ballrooms, salons, with outdoor options like rooftop terraces, gardens, or beachfront lawns depending on the property (They have several properties in Beverly Hills, Amsterdam, Dubai, and Bangkok). Great for those who want consistency and luxury everywhere.

7. Greyleigh (Kiama Hinterland, NSW, Australia)

Indoor: The Gables, a heritage reception hall with classic charm. Outdoor: lush lawns, a secret garden, orchards, a gazebo. If the forecast shifts, you’ve got spaces that feel just as special no matter which way you go.

How to Pick the Perfect Indoor-Outdoor Venue

• Before booking, think through these so your wedding stays magical even if the weather doesn’t cooperate:

• Check the indoor spaces for capacity, décor, and how connected they feel to outdoors (you want flow, not feeling trapped).

• Visit the venue in both sunny and less ideal weather to see firsthand how lighting, flooring, and acoustics work inside vs outside.

• Ask about marquee or glasshouse rental in case you need covered outdoor space too. Sometimes the best indoor option is a tent or pavilion that still gives you that garden feel.

• Ensure paths between indoor and outdoor areas are safe, dry, and pretty—guests shouldn’t be hopping over puddles or tripping in mud.

• Talk logistics: timing. How long does it take to move guests indoors if needed? What’s the staff’s experience with fast transitions?

When you book a venue that gives you both open-sky beauty and opulent interiors, you’re not just planning for beauty, you’re planning for peace of mind. Becca Bloom’s wedding showed us that even when storms threaten, the right venue lets you carry on with grace, beauty, and style.

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