TheQuail
Your guests arrive at a luxury golf resort in Carmel Valley where they'll spend days moving between refined accommodations, championship fairways, and elegant event spaces overlooking the Santa Lucia Mountains.
- Ceremony
- 20 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- MTY · 45-50 minutes
- Open season
- July – October
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.6 /5 · 858
The Quail is a hotel destination wedding venue in CA 93923, United States, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Monterey Regional Airport (MTY), 45-50 minutes. Best months: July, August, September, October.
The Quail in CA 93923, open July–October.
Your guests arrive at a luxury golf resort in Carmel Valley where they'll spend days moving between refined accommodations, championship fairways, and elegant event spaces overlooking the Santa Lucia Mountains.
The Quail Lodge delivers a self-contained destination where 150 guests can celebrate across multiple days without leaving the property.
From morning golf outings to sunset receptions in climate-controlled venues, attendees experience California's Monterey Peninsula at its most sophisticated.
Wonderful resort. Grounds are beautiful. We had a lovely stay. They offer amenities like putting course and s'mores. Facilities are very well maintained and the staff is very warm and friendly. We enjoyed every minute of our stay here. Would definitely come back.
4 notes, from the desk.
18-hole championship golf course designed by Robert Muirhead on 110 acres of manicured grounds
27,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor event space across multiple venues
100 on-site rooms ranging from standard to luxury suites, keeping all guests within walking distance
Private dining experiences from casual poolside dinners to formal seated galas for up to 150 guests
Best held in July, August, September.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at The Quail.
Check availability.
Choose a day from the calendar.
We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.
How the weekend usually runs.
Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- 3:00 PMGuest arrival; check-in and welcome reception at the lodge
- 7:00 PMWelcome dinner at Quail's fine dining restaurant or private room
- 8:00 AMOptional morning golf tournament for interested guests
- 4:00 PMCeremony in garden venue overlooking fairways
- 6:00 PMCocktail hour and reception in covered pavilion or ballroom
- 10:00 AMFarewell brunch by the pool
- 2:00 PMGuest checkout
Things worth knowing.
MTY · 45-50 minutes
Guests fly into Monterey Regional Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.
$45,000-85,000
Pricing does not include rooms, which are booked separately. Alcohol, florals, rentals, photography, and other services add significantly. Golf packages and spa treatments are additional. Request formal proposal for custom quotes.
$2,500-4,500
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
$150-250 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
$250-500 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
July – October
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Asked along the way.
Can we host multiple events across different days?+
Yes. The resort offers 27,000 square feet of customizable event space. Couples frequently host welcome dinners, ceremonies, receptions, and farewell brunches throughout their multi-day celebration.
What if some guests don't golf?+
The resort includes a spa, fine dining restaurants, hiking trails, and proximity to Carmel's galleries and shops. Non-golfing guests have abundant activities beyond the course.
Are rooms included in wedding packages?+
Room blocks are negotiated separately from event packages. Most couples arrange preferred guest rates rather than inclusive packages, allowing flexibility for varying budgets.
Can we bring our own caterer?+
The Quail Lodge operates with in-house catering. Outside catering is not permitted, but their culinary team provides extensive customization options.
What's the weather like in Carmel Valley during peak wedding season?+
Spring (April-May) and fall (September-October) offer 70-75°F temperatures with minimal rain. Summer peaks at 80°F; winter is mild at 55-60°F with occasional rain.
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Hold dates at The Quail.
A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.