Gardiner House · Newport, RI
Gardiner House Wedding Photography & Videography
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Gardiner House is a new kind of Newport wedding: a boutique hotel on the water, full of art and color, steps from Thames Street. Move Mountains Co. has photographed and filmed 5+ weddings at Gardiner House.
A boutique hotel on the water
Completed in 2023 and inspired by its namesake family's 1860s Newport home, the 21-room hotel sits on Lee's Wharf. The Gardiner Ballroom, with water views and mural-like wall coverings, seats up to 220, and the Harbor Lawn between the hotel and Newport Harbor hosts ceremonies and receptions and can be tented for up to 220.
The Gardiner House team runs a wedding like a weekend at a friend's house on the water, and our couples feel right at home.
Move Mountains Co. has photographed and filmed weddings across Newport, Boston and beyond for 10 years. We're a preferred vendor at 100+ New England venues, a ten-time The Knot Best of Weddings winner and a member of The Knot Hall of Fame.
Best photo spots at Gardiner House
The ballroom
Big windows and mural-like walls make bright, colorful reception photos. Austin + Nicole had their first dance here, and Nicole's arms went straight up the moment the party started.
The dance floor
With the ballroom right on the water, the dance floor fills fast and stays warm and lively.
The mural staircase
Hand-painted walls and a curving stair give portraits an artful, painterly look.
The white staircase
Crisp white railings and steps outside the hotel make a classic Newport frame for a kiss.
The Harbor Lawn
A private lawn on Newport Harbor for an outdoor ceremony or a tented reception.
Thames Street
Newport's shops and wharves are steps away for a walk before the party.
Planning your Gardiner House wedding timeline
- 1
Getting ready
With 21 rooms on site, couples and their families can get ready at the hotel.
- 2
Ceremony
Marry on the Harbor Lawn or at a church in town, as Austin + Nicole did, then head to the wharf.
- 3
Portraits
The staircases inside and out make portraits quick and close to the party.
- 4
Cocktail hour
The Harbor Lawn keeps guests outside by the water in good weather.
- 5
Reception
The Gardiner Ballroom seats up to 220; larger lawn receptions need a tent.
Real Gardiner House weddings
Start with Austin + Nicole's photos and film.
Gardiner House on the blog
- Austin + NicoleAug 2024, film
Thank you to the Gardiner House team for being such gracious hosts.
All photos by Move Mountains Co.Gardiner House wedding FAQ
How many weddings has Move Mountains Co. photographed at Gardiner House?
Move Mountains Co. has photographed and filmed 5+ weddings at Gardiner House.
Where are the best photo spots at Gardiner House?
The best photo spots at Gardiner House are the ballroom, the dance floor, the mural staircase, the white staircase outside, the Harbor Lawn and nearby Thames Street.
How many guests can Gardiner House hold?
Gardiner House lists up to 220 seated guests in the Gardiner Ballroom, and the Harbor Lawn can be tented for up to 220. Check with the venue for current terms.
How much does a Gardiner House wedding photographer cost?
Move Mountains Co. offers tiered photo, video and combined collections, so you can choose the coverage that fits your day. Reach out for current pricing. Travel within 120 round-trip miles of our Providence studio is included; beyond that, travel is $0.75 per mile.
Can Move Mountains Co. provide both photography and video at Gardiner House?
Yes. Move Mountains Co. photographs and films weddings at Gardiner House, and we also offer the Luxe Booth photo booth. Your photographer and filmmaker work side by side as one crew. Wedding films are delivered 16–20 weeks after the wedding, and MMC offers tiered photo, video and combined collections; reach out for current pricing.
Check your Gardiner House date
We'd love to hear about your Gardiner House plans. MMC offers tiered photo, video and combined collections; reach out for current pricing.