Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Captain's Inn sits directly on Monterey Bay's working harbor, where salt air meets the gentle rhythm of fishing boats and sea otters.
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing is a hotel destination wedding venue in CA, United States, hosting up to 150 guests (Aisle estimate), where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$26,000 (our estimate), reached from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY), 25–30 minutes.
About Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Captain's Inn sits directly on Monterey Bay's working harbor, where salt air meets the gentle rhythm of fishing boats and sea otters.
Floor-to-ceiling windows frame unobstructed water views and the Santa Lucia Mountains beyond, while the venue's maritime character, exposed wood beams, nautical details, and weathered charm, reflects its authentic harbor-town location.
The property offers 29 guest rooms on-site, making it a rare destination wedding venue with full hotel accommodations integrated into the experience.
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We stayed in the Boat House, the Sail Away room. The place was gorgeous, the room had a bed that was propped up (safely and securely) on an old boat, and from the bed you have a great view of the Salinas River.
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Money
- A wedding for 80 guests
- About US$26,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
- Price
- US$3,000 to US$9,000 venue feeAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- MRY, 30 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 29 guest rooms available for overnight stays at the venue itself
- Direct waterfront location on Monterey Bay with unobstructed ocean views
- On-site restaurant and bar serving fresh local seafood
- Google rating of 4.6/5 stars from verified guests
A sample wedding weekend
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- 5:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in at Captain's Inn; welcome cocktail in the harbor-view lounge
- 10:00 AMBridal party preparation in guest suites; photography begins
- 2:00 PMCeremony on the bay-view lawn or in the waterfront hall
- 3:30 PMCocktail hour on the harbor deck with Monterey Bay views
- 5:00 PMReception dinner and dancing in the main hall with full-length water views
- 9:00 AMFarewell breakfast; guest checkout
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- MRY · about 30 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Monterey Regional Airport.
- Direct line
- (831) 889-0815
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Questions about the venue
What is the ceremony capacity at Captain's Inn?+
The venue accommodates ceremonies and receptions for 20–150 guests, with flexible indoor and outdoor spaces.
Are accommodations included with a wedding booking?+
The 29 on-site guest rooms are available for booking separately. Many couples negotiate room blocks as part of their wedding package.
What is the setting like for photography?+
The Moss Landing harbor provides authentic working-waterfront backdrops, plus views of the Santa Lucia Mountains and nearby Elkhorn Slough wetlands for diverse shoot locations.
Does the venue have catering on-site?+
Yes. Captain's Inn operates its own restaurant and bar, allowing coordinated food and beverage service without external catering requirements.
What is the weather like in Moss Landing?+
Coastal conditions are cool and often misty; average temperatures range from 50–65°F year-round. Spring and early fall tend to offer calmer, clearer conditions.
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Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.