Wedding venues in California, United States

• From US$105 a head

Vinarosa Resort & Spa sits in a vineyard setting in Santa Rosa, California, with outdoor ceremony space, in-house catering and a meeting and banquet room for the reception. Accommodation spans 22 room types, from the Toscana King and Sonoma Premium King through to the Courtyard Suite, which sleeps up to six guests, so wedding parties of mixed sizes can stay on site. The nearest airport is SFO, and we estimate a transfer time of around 10 minutes from the closest arrival point to the resort. Catering pricing is typically quoted per head in USD (estimate); contact the venue on +1 707-575-7350 to confirm details for your date.

Set in a vineyard landscape in Occidental, California, the Inn at Occidental offers weddings and receptions on site, with the property declaring dedicated wedding services. Guest accommodation spans 34 individually styled rooms, from the Deluxe King and Traditional Queen Rooms to named rooms such as the Tiffany Room, the Quilt Room and the Sonoma Cottage, plus a Two-Bedroom House sleeping up to six. A meeting and banquet space handles the reception, and while exclusive use is not required, a full buyout is available for couples who want the whole inn. Rates are estimated at around USD 275 to 595 per night, and the nearest airport is Oakland (OAK), an estimated 40 minutes of transfer time away.

Built in 1910 as a private mansion, El Encanto was restored and reimagined as a luxury hotel while preserving its Spanish Colonial architecture and hillside gardens overlooking the Pacific. Perched on 6 acres in the foothills above Santa Barbara, this historic property offers couples a sophisticated venue with century-old character and modern hospitality. The estate's terraced grounds, original stonework, and coastal vistas create an elegant backdrop for ceremonies and receptions.

Casa Valerio is a 1920s Spanish Colonial Revival mansion originally built as a private residence in downtown Santa Barbara. The property underwent meticulous restoration to preserve its authentic architectural details, hand-painted tiles, exposed wooden beams, and period fountains, while modernizing amenities for contemporary events. This historic hotel now is an intimate destination venue where early California elegance meets refined hospitality.

Holly Farm offers couples a rare advantage: a working estate on California's Central Coast where you can actually maximize guest comfort with indoor and outdoor options across 9200 Carmel Valley Rd. The 4.9-star rated property provides flexible space configurations, so your ceremony layout doesn't dictate your reception setup. With Monterey Peninsula just minutes away, guests arrive refreshed rather than exhausted from a destination trek.

Seven Gables Inn stands apart as the only Kirkwood Collection property directly perched on the Pacific Grove coastline, offering dramatic ocean views that serve as a natural backdrop without requiring additional décor investment. This 1889 Victorian mansion combines intimate luxury with modern event infrastructure, hosting ceremonies on its private oceanfront grounds and receptions in elegantly appointed indoor spaces overlooking Monterey Bay.

Guests arrive at this 1920s-era inn on Dolores Street and step into a historic Carmel landmark where 39 individually designed rooms set the intimate tone for the weekend. The property's brick courtyard and garden spaces offer ceremony and reception areas within walking distance of Carmel-by-the-Sea's downtown galleries and beaches. Hosts can expect their party to experience the venue's signature blend of vintage California charm and modern hospitality across a self-contained property.

• From US$150 a head est.

Guests arrive at this iconic Carmel hotel perched on a hillside overlooking the Pacific, stepping into a Mediterranean-inspired courtyard where bougainvillea and cypress trees frame the ceremony space. The venue offers ocean views, on-site accommodations for 84 rooms, and indoor-outdoor flexibility across multiple event spaces. Couples and their guests experience genuine California coastal hospitality in a setting that feels both intimate and sophisticated.

• From US$250 a head est.

• Seats 200

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.

Built in 1889, the Centrella Hotel is one of Pacific Grove's most storied properties, originally constructed as a Victorian mansion before its conversion into a luxury hotel. This meticulously restored Kirkwood Collection property retains its period charm while offering modern wedding amenities, positioned directly on Central Avenue with ocean views and proximity to Monterey Bay's dramatic coastline.

El Capitan Canyon stretches across 600 acres of coastal chaparral in the Santa Ynez Mountains, with sweeping views toward the Pacific and native oak woodlands surrounding the property. The venue features a working ranch landscape where ceremony sites overlook canyon vistas and reception spaces integrate indoor-outdoor design. Guests stay on-site in luxury glamping accommodations, creating a multi-day destination experience rather than a day-trip event.

• From US$150 a head est.

• From US$300 a head est.

The Camp at Carmel Valley operates as a full-service hotel venue, meaning you can house 100+ guests on-site and eliminate the logistics headache of coordinating multiple accommodations. Spread across Carmel Valley's oak-studded landscape at 33200 E Carmel Valley Rd, the property offers flexible indoor and outdoor spaces with direct control over setup, catering, and guest flow. With a 4.7/5 Google rating, it's proven reliable for couples managing both ceremony and multi-day celebration logistics.

Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas is a modern resort in Indian Wells, California, with declared wedding services and four types of event space: a ballroom, a banquet hall, conference space and a dedicated conference center. Accommodation runs from a standard 1 King Bed room for two through to Two Bedroom Villas sleeping up to 8 guests, with 27 room types in total, including Penthouse Suites, a Presidential Villa and several accessible options with roll-in showers or tubs. The setting is desert, with pool views and pool-access rooms available, and we estimate a drive of around 20 minutes from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP). Nightly rates are estimated at roughly USD 229 to 599 per night. To discuss dates, call +1 760-776-1234.

Mill Valley Inn sits on a tree-lined street in the heart of Marin County, surrounded by redwood forests and rolling hills that frame the North Bay landscape. The 1898 building anchors a charming downtown location with easy access to outdoor venues and scenic vistas. On-site accommodations allow guests to stay steps from celebration spaces, with 25 guest rooms overlooking gardens and surrounding neighborhoods.

WorldMark Marina Dunes opened in the 1970s as a timeshare resort community and has evolved into a premier destination wedding venue on California's Central Coast. This beachside property offers direct access to Marina's pristine dunes and sandy shores, providing couples with authentic coastal scenery and on-site accommodation for their guests. The venue combines flexible indoor and outdoor spaces with the convenience of a full-service hotel property.

L'Auberge Carmel sits steps from Carmel's white-sand beaches and upscale shops, meaning your guests can maximize their time exploring rather than traveling between venues and accommodations. This 54-room hotel pairs intimate ceremony spaces with flexible reception areas, allowing you to host everything under one roof. The on-site restaurant and wine bar streamline catering logistics while maintaining Californian coastal sophistication.

The Battery offers a significant advantage for destination weddings: guests can sleep where they celebrate, eliminating transportation logistics across San Francisco. This Financial District hotel provides on-site accommodations with 144 rooms, allowing you to control the entire guest experience from ceremony through morning-after brunch. Historic architecture meets modern event spaces, with waterfront views of the Bay and Ferry Building.

Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa is a hotel wedding venue in Carlsbad, California, with declared wedding services and three types of event space: a ballroom, conference space and a conference center. Guest accommodation spans 17 room configurations, from Traditional Rooms with 1 King Bed to Studio Suites and a Deluxe Suite with multiple beds, with several sleeping up to 4 people and a wide range of mobility and hearing accessible options including roll-in showers. The nearest airport is San Diego International (SAN), which we estimate at around 40 minutes by road. The setting is coastal and modern in style, with a pool on site, and the planning team can be reached directly on +1 760-827-2400.