The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
Located in San Francisco's Financial District at 600 Stockton St, this 336-room luxury hotel offers multiple event spaces with floor-to-ceiling views of the Bay and city skyline.
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco is a hotel destination wedding venue in CA, United States, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 25-45 minutes depending on traffic. Best months: May, June, July, August.
About The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
Located in San Francisco's Financial District at 600 Stockton St, this 336-room luxury hotel offers multiple event spaces with floor-to-ceiling views of the Bay and city skyline.
The venue's proximity to public transportation and established relationships with local vendors streamline logistics for out-of-town guests.
With on-site accommodations, rehearsal dinners, and ceremonies all possible under one roof, you'll reduce coordination complexity across multiple locations.
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Choose a day from the calendar.
Nothing is reserved until the venue confirms. A first note comes back within two business days.
I felt compelled to write a review for our stay at the Ritz solely because of the service. The front desk and guest relations department made our stay so special.
treyk24242424 · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 720 guests
- Standing reception
- 826 guests
Staying over
- Room types
- 32 listed
Money
- Price
- US$225 to US$425 per headAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- SFO, 45 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Event spaces
- Banquet room
- Setting
- Urban, historic, formal
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
Venue highlights
- 336 guest rooms available for wedding parties and guests within the hotel
- Multiple event spaces totaling over 15,000 sq ft of flexible indoor and outdoor venues
- Located directly on Stockton Street in the Financial District with BART station access within 2 blocks
- Google rating of 4.6/5 stars reflects consistent guest satisfaction
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.
- 6:00 PMWelcome cocktail reception in hotel lounge for arriving guests
- 10:00 AMCeremony in hotel ballroom or outdoor terrace
- 11:30 AMCocktail hour and photos in separate event space
- 1:00 PMReception dinner and dancing in main ballroom
- 10:00 AMFarewell brunch for departing guests
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- SFO · about 45 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into San Francisco International Airport.
- Typical total
- $35,000-75,000+Aisle estimate
See the full figure+
$35,000-75,000+ for 60 guests (ceremony, reception, and 2 nights accommodation)
- Ceremony fee
- $5,000-8,000Aisle estimate
- Reception
- $180-280 a headAisle estimate
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$180-280 depending on menu selections and service level
- Room rate
- $450-900 a nightAisle estimate
See the full figure+
$450-900 for standard rooms; suites available at higher rates
- Weather window
- May – August
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- (415) 296-7465
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Final pricing depends on guest count, date, selected menus, beverage package, and décor choices. Request formal proposal directly from venue. Package deals may apply for multi-day events with room blocks.
Questions about the venue
Can we have both ceremony and reception at this venue?+
Yes. The Ritz-Carlton offers multiple ballrooms and outdoor terraces that can accommodate ceremonies and receptions. Many couples utilize different spaces within the hotel for each event.
What is included in the venue rental fee?+
Contact the hotel directly for current pricing. Typically, setup/breakdown time, basic lighting and sound, and tables/chairs are included. Premium linens, specialized décor, and extended hours may incur additional charges.
How many guests can this venue accommodate?+
The hotel can host events from 20 to 150+ guests depending on which spaces you select and your preferred setup configuration.
Is there guest parking available?+
Yes, the hotel has on-site valet parking. Rates and capacity should be confirmed directly with the venue, as spaces can fill during peak event times.
Can we bring our own vendors (caterer, florist, DJ)?+
The Ritz-Carlton typically requires catering through their in-house team. Confirm policies on outside décor vendors and other services when you begin planning.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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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: 720 guests
“| The Ritz-Carlton Ballroom | 117.0x80.0x14.0 | 9360 | 750 | 475 | 100 826 | 720 |”
Read the source for seated dinnerStanding reception: 826 guests
“| The Ritz-Carlton Ballroom | 117.0x80.0x14.0 | 9360 | 750 | 475 | 100 826 | 720 |”
Read the source for standing receptionRoom types: 32 listed
“Deluxe King Room - Low Floor”
Read the source for room typesIn-house catering: Yes
“Planning a Ritz-Carlton wedding is a streamlined process — our wedding specialists, acclaimed chefs and mixologists, and destination experts minimize the need for external vendors, leaving you more time to focus on what really matters: making wedding memories with your family and friends to last a lifetime.”
Read the source for in-house cateringEvent spaces: Banquet room
“Meeting/banquet facilities”
Read the source for event spacesSetting: Urban, historic, formal
“600 Stockton Street, San Francisco, California 94108”
Read the source for setting


