Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa
Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa occupies a hillside position in the San Francisco Bay Area foothills, with views across Mount Diablo Boulevard toward the surrounding Contra Costa County landscape.
Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa is a hotel destination wedding venue in CA, United States, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Oakland International Airport (OAK), 50 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, September.
About Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa
Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa occupies a hillside position in the San Francisco Bay Area foothills, with views across Mount Diablo Boulevard toward the surrounding Contra Costa County landscape.
The property's elevated setting provides natural sightlines and garden spaces that frame ceremony and reception areas.
As a full-service hotel with 139 rooms, it functions as both venue and accommodations for multi-day wedding celebrations.
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I’ve had the pleasure of photographing several weddings and an anniversary celebration at Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa, and it’s always a wonderful experience.
Karissa Wright Photography · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 220 guests
- Standing reception
- 220 guests
- Ceremony, seated
- 220 guests
Staying over
- Room types
- 14 listed
The ceremony
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
- Indoor option if it rains
- Yes
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- OAK, 50 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Event spaces
- Banquet room
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Urban, modern, elegantAisle estimate
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
Venue highlights
- 139 on-site guest rooms eliminate lodging logistics for destination wedding parties
- Spa facilities available for pre-wedding pampering and bridal party preparation
- Outdoor garden areas and landscaped grounds suitable for ceremonies and cocktail receptions
- Hotel restaurant and catering kitchen handle food service and bar operations
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
See the day-by-day outline+
Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 2:00 PMGuest arrival; check-in at hotel; welcome reception in lobby lounge
- 6:00 PMRehearsal in garden ceremony space
- 7:30 PMRehearsal dinner in hotel restaurant
- 9:00 AMBridal party spa services; hair and makeup
- 3:00 PMCeremony in garden
- 4:00 PMCocktail reception and photography
- 6:00 PMDinner reception in hotel ballroom
- 9:00 AMFarewell breakfast; guest checkout
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- OAK · about 50 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Oakland International Airport.
- Typical total
- $25,000-60,000Aisle estimate
See the full figure+
$25,000-60,000 for 75-100 guests with 2-night stay
- Ceremony fee
- $1,500-3,000Aisle estimate
- Reception
- $85-150 a headAisle estimate
See the full figure+
$85-150 (food and beverage)
- Room rate
- $150-250 a nightAisle estimate
See the full figure+
$150-250 per room (rates vary by date and room type)
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- (855) 382-8632
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Estimate based on venue rental, catering, and guest room blocks. Spa services, bar upgrades, and extended room nights will increase costs. Contact venue for precise quotes.
Questions about the venue
What is the guest room capacity for wedding parties?+
The hotel has 139 rooms available, allowing wedding guests to stay on-site. Room rates and block availability should be confirmed directly with the hotel.
Are outdoor ceremonies permitted?+
Yes, the property features outdoor garden spaces suitable for ceremonies. Specific locations, weather contingencies, and setup restrictions should be reviewed with the venue coordinator.
Does the hotel provide catering and bar service?+
The on-site restaurant and catering kitchen handle food and beverage service. Custom menus and beverage packages can be arranged through the hotel's events team.
What is the venue rental fee structure?+
Venue fees, catering minimums, and rental packages vary by date, guest count, and services selected. Contact the hotel directly at the website or phone for current pricing.
How far is the venue from major airports?+
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is approximately 50 miles and 60 minutes away. Oakland International (OAK) is roughly 40 miles and 50 minutes distant.
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Sources and booking notes
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.
Sources for individual venue facts
Seated dinner: 220 guests
“| Fountain Courtyard | - | - | - | 220 | 220 | - | - |”
Read the source for seated dinnerStanding reception: 220 guests
“| Fountain Courtyard | - | - | - | 220 | 220 | - | - |”
Read the source for standing receptionCeremony, seated: 220 guests
“| Independence Ballroom | 220 | 200 |”
Read the source for ceremony, seatedRoom types: 14 listed
“Deluxe King Bed”
Read the source for room typesOutdoor ceremony: Yes
“Our Fountain Courtyard is an idyllic setting that can host wedding ceremonies and receptions beneath the glorious California sunshine.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyIndoor option if it rains: Yes
“A breathtaking space for both ceremonies and receptions. From the silk drapes to the crystal chandeliers, there’s a timeless elegance and singular beauty to the Independence Ballroom.”
Read the source for indoor option if it rainsIn-house catering: Yes
“The menu will be crafted to your personal tastes by our executive chef, and our wedding ambassadors are on-hand to make your every wish a reality.”
Read the source for in-house cateringEvent spaces: Banquet room
“Meeting/banquet facilities”
Read the source for event spacesIndoors or out: Both
“From an intimate outdoor wedding ceremony in the Wishing Well Courtyard to a lavish celebration in our grand ballroom, we’ll pull out all the stops to make it perfect.”
Read the source for indoors or out