The Decoy Paddle Steamer
Restored paddle steamer venue offering scenic river cruises and a licensed bar for private events.
Price guide
$17,450
Capacity
45 to 185
About
The Decoy Paddle Steamer is an iconic 24.9m vessel and wedding venue on the Swan River in Perth, Western Australia, featuring a 1905 twin-cylinder steam engine. Built in Fremantle in 1986 as a replica of an 1870s paddle steamer, the vessel underwent a significant refurbishment in 2024. It is berthed at the Mends Street Jetty in South Perth and can also utilize jetties in Perth CBD, Nedlands, Bicton, and Fremantle.
Key features and policies for events include: - A total capacity for up to 180 guests, with space for 100 seated or 160 standing.
- Multiple decks including an enclosed open-plan lounge on the upper main deck, an undercover bow with city views, and a lower-deck licensed bar and dinner-style saloon.
- Amenities such as a galley kitchen, three toilets, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, a PA system, a projector, and a flatscreen TV.
- Exclusive catering provided by Ultimo, with a licensed bar serving locally brewed beers and wines.
- Availability for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and cruises with a wedding license and an alcohol license until 12:00 am.
- Hire fees starting from $3,950 per session.
- Restricted accessibility, with no designated wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, or toilets.
Features
Ceremony & Reception
Outdoor
Indoor
Catering Supplied
External Vendors
Exclusive Use
No Noise Curfew
Common questions
- How many guests can The Decoy Paddle Steamer hold?
- The Decoy Paddle Steamer suits weddings from 45 to 185 guests.
- How much does a wedding at The Decoy Paddle Steamer cost?
- The price guide for The Decoy Paddle Steamer is around $17,450. That is a benchmark for a typical wedding, not a quote, and the final cost depends on your guest count and what you include.
- Can you hold the ceremony and reception at The Decoy Paddle Steamer?
- Yes. The Decoy Paddle Steamer can host both the ceremony and the reception on site.
- Does The Decoy Paddle Steamer provide catering?
- Yes, catering is supplied in house at The Decoy Paddle Steamer.
- Can we bring our own vendors to The Decoy Paddle Steamer?
- Yes. The Decoy Paddle Steamer allows external vendors, so you can bring your own suppliers.
- Can we bring our own alcohol to The Decoy Paddle Steamer?
- No, The Decoy Paddle Steamer does not allow BYO alcohol. Drinks are supplied by the venue.
- Is there accommodation at The Decoy Paddle Steamer?
- The Decoy Paddle Steamer does not have accommodation on site.
- Is there a noise curfew at The Decoy Paddle Steamer?
- No, The Decoy Paddle Steamer has no noise curfew, so the celebration is not cut short by a volume limit.
- Do we get exclusive use of The Decoy Paddle Steamer?
- Yes. The Decoy Paddle Steamer hosts one wedding at a time, so the venue is yours for the day.
- Is there parking at The Decoy Paddle Steamer?
- There is no on-site parking, so guests would park nearby or arrange transport.
- Is The Decoy Paddle Steamer wheelchair accessible?
- The Decoy Paddle Steamer is not listed as having wheelchair access. Check with the venue about your guests' needs.
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