The Ranch at Laguna Beach
The Ranch at Laguna Beach is a coastal resort on the California shore, with a relaxed feel and a restored character (we estimate) across its canyon and creekside grounds.
The Ranch at Laguna Beach is a resort destination wedding venue in Laguna Beach, United States, hosting 200 at dinner and 250 standing, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$43,000 (our estimate).
About The Ranch at Laguna Beach
The Ranch at Laguna Beach is a coastal resort on the California shore, with a relaxed feel and a restored character (we estimate) across its canyon and creekside grounds.
Couples can marry outdoors with seated ceremony space for up to 150 guests, then move to a seated dinner for as many as 200 or a standing reception for 250.
Both indoor and outdoor settings are available, catering is handled in-house, and accommodation ranges from a Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Canyon) for two up to Two-Bedroom Suites and Cottage Superior Suites sleeping six.
The nearest airport is SNA, an estimated 25-minute transfer away.
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We absolutely loved this hotel. Stayed in the 1400s and I thought the room was fantastic. The beds were very comfy. The grounds were relaxed and beautiful. Service was on point and staff was flexible with requests.
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Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 200 guests
- Standing reception
- 250 guests
- Ceremony, seated
- 150 guests
Staying over
- Rooms
- 97 rooms
- Room types
- 8 listed
- Whole property to yourselves
- Yes
The ceremony
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
Money
- A wedding for 80 guests
- About US$43,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
- Price
- US$175 to US$275 per headAisle estimate
- Minimum spend
- US$45,000
- Venue fee
- US$12,000
House rules
- Music until
- 22:00
- Pets
- No
- Children
- Yes
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- SNA, 25 min by carAisle estimate
- Parking
- Yes
- Guest transport
- Yes
The spaces
- Event spaces
- Banquet room
- Reception indoors
- Yes
- Reception outdoors
- Yes
- Space for dancing
- Yes
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Coastal, restored, relaxed
The place
- Swimming pool
- Yes
- Beach on foot
- Yes
- Gardens
- Yes
Services
- Suppliers from the venue's list
- No
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
- Outside caterers allowed
- No
- Bring your own wine
- No
- Bar on site
- Yes
Venue highlights
- Outdoor ceremonies seated for up to 150 guests
- Seated dining for 200 or standing receptions for 250
- In-house catering, with both indoor and outdoor event spaces
- Meeting and banquet space on site
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- SNA · about 25 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into SNA.
- Direct line
- (949) 499-2271
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
How many guests can the venue hold?+
Seated ceremonies accommodate up to 150 guests, seated dinners up to 200, and standing receptions up to 250.
Can we hold the ceremony outside?+
Yes. Outdoor ceremonies are offered, and the resort has both indoor and outdoor spaces.
Is catering provided by the resort?+
Yes, catering is in-house.
What accommodation is available for our guests?+
Room types include Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Canyon) and King Room (both for two), Junior Studio and Luxury Suites with king and sofa bed (Creekside), Studio Suite with King and Sofa Bed, One-Bedroom King Suite with Sofa Bed (all sleeping four), plus Superior Suite, Multiple Beds (Cottage) and Two-Bedroom Suite for up to six.
What should we budget?+
We estimate around USD 175 to 325 per head. For current pricing, contact the resort on +1 949-499-2271 or see theranchlb.com/weddings.
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Sources and booking notes
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Sources for individual venue facts
Seated dinner: 200 guests
“Accommodate up to 200 seated in banquet rounds or 250 reception style.”
Read the source for seated dinnerStanding reception: 250 guests
“Accommodate up to 200 seated in banquet rounds or 250 reception style.”
Read the source for standing receptionCeremony, seated: 150 guests
“Accommodates up to 150 for a ceremony, 100 for cocktail receptions, 80 for seated meals.”
Read the source for ceremony, seatedRooms: 97 rooms
“The Ranch at Laguna Beach has 97 guest rooms and suites designed with a cottage-inspired aesthetic that reflects the surrounding canyon landscape.”
Read the source for roomsRoom types: 8 listed
“One-Bedroom King Suite with Sofa Bed”
Read the source for room typesWhole property to yourselves: Yes
“There is also an option to have a full buy out of the venue as well if you would like to.”
Read the source for whole property to yourselvesOutdoor ceremony: Yes
“Extending out from the ballroom, Sage Patio is a 3,000 square foot terrace surrounded in natural beauty.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyIn-house catering: Yes
“Our customized food and beverage service, impeccably orchestrated by our Executive Chef, allows you to craft a menu tailored to your theme or guests’ tastes.”
Read the source for in-house cateringOutside caterers allowed: No
“Outside catering and alcohol are not permitted.”
Read the source for outside caterers allowedBring your own wine: No
“Outside catering and alcohol are not permitted.”
Read the source for bring your own wineBar on site: Yes
“A large heated outdoor pool with poolside bar offering drinks and snacks”
Read the source for bar on siteMinimum spend: US$45,000
“Yes. The Ranch has food and beverage minimum and that is $45,000.”
Read the source for minimum spendVenue fee: US$12,000
“Venue rental fee is $12,000 plus 26% surcharge and 7.75% sales tax.”
Read the source for venue feeMusic until: 22:00
“All amplified music and events must conclude by 10:00 PM, per Laguna Beach noise ordinances.”
Read the source for music untilPets: No
“Pet Policy: Pet-free except for ADA service animals”
Read the source for petsChildren: Yes
“Yes, The Ranch at Laguna Beach is family friendly and offers spacious accommodations, adjoining room options, outdoor activities, and family-friendly dining experiences.”
Read the source for childrenParking: Yes
“Valet parking is available for guests at the resort.”
Read the source for parkingGuest transport: Yes
“Guests can walk to the beach in about 8 minutes or use the resort’s complimentary shuttle service.”
Read the source for guest transportEvent spaces: Banquet room
“Meeting/banquet facilities”
Read the source for event spacesReception indoors: Yes
“The Ranch at Laguna Beach features ample indoor and outdoor meeting and event spaces:”
Read the source for reception indoorsReception outdoors: Yes
“Extending out from the banquet hall, the 3,000-square-foot Sage Patio is a private event venue amid nature’s beauty.”
Read the source for reception outdoorsSpace for dancing: Yes
“All outdoor music must stay at 60 decibels or less, and dancing must take place inside the ballroom.”
Read the source for space for dancingIndoors or out: Both
“The Ranch at Laguna Beach features ample indoor and outdoor meeting and event spaces:”
Read the source for indoors or outSetting: Coastal, restored, relaxed
“Tucked between a coastal canyon and the Pacific Ocean, The Ranch at Laguna Beach offers a quieter way to experience California.”
Read the source for settingSwimming pool: Yes
“A large heated outdoor pool with poolside bar offering drinks and snacks”
Read the source for swimming poolBeach on foot: Yes
“The Ranch at Laguna Beach is located approximately 800 yards from Aliso Beach. Guests can walk to the beach in about 8 minutes or use the resort’s complimentary shuttle service.”
Read the source for beach on footGardens: Yes
“Photo opportunities abound to keep the memories alive long after your big day, whether it's golf fairways and our lush putting green or romantic bridges and abundant gardens.”
Read the source for gardensSuppliers from the venue's list: No
“Outside vendors are welcome, but they must provide proof of insurance and sign a vendor agreement.”
Read the source for suppliers from the venue's list