Top California Cocktail Party Venues

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Choosing your cocktail party venue will be one of the most important steps in the planning process. So much goes into finding the perfect venue in California. You’ll want to consider everything from the aesthetics of the space to any in-house amenities and services. Luckily, PartySlate makes it easy with our Find Venues page. Use the filters to narrow your search — taking into account everything from your guest count to specific catering preferences. Once you’ve set your filters, scroll down to search our curated list. Look for the “featured” tag for PartySlate’s top recommendations. With PartySlate, finding your ideal California venue has never been easier.

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    Blu Temple Wine and Cigar Lounge

    1786 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92113, USA

    Welcome to Blu Temple and Blu Cabana your Tropical Haven for Every Occassion! A refined tropical haven in the heart of the city, crafted for elevated experiences from sunrise to last call. 🌴✨ This island-inspired venue brings luxury to every hour of the day: bright, sun-washed mornings perfect for brunches and mimosas 🍊🥂, warm golden-hour glow that transforms the space into pure magic ✨🌅, and chic evening ambiance under soft lighting and tropical textures. With lush greenery, designer lounge seating, cabanas, and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow, Blu Cabana delivers a sophisticated backdrop for weddings, milestone celebrations, brand activations, and upscale social gatherings. Every corner is camera-ready, every moment feels elevated, and every experience stands out. 📸💫 It’s the destination for hosts who want luxury, versatility, and a setting that naturally steals the spotlight.

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    Everline Resort & Spa

    400 Olympic Vly Rd, Tahoe City, CA 96145, USA
    • Spaces for 200-800 Guests
    • 2 Ballrooms
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 3 Event Spaces

    Everline Resort & Spa is a mountain resort destination located in Olympic Valley near Tahoe City, California, offering a scenic setting surrounded by alpine landscapes and year-round outdoor recreation. The property features expansive indoor and outdoor event spaces, including open-air lawns, terraces, and elegant ballrooms designed for weddings, retreats, and group gatherings. Guests enjoy refined accommodations, destination dining, spa amenities, and convenient access to hiking trails and winter sports. With its balance of natural beauty and polished hospitality, Everline Resort & Spa provides an immersive backdrop for celebrations and events in the heart of the Sierra Nevada.

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    Hotel Zelos

    12 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
    • Spaces for 120 Guests

    Legendary locations are just the beginning. From chic suites in the city center to sumptuous villas on a secluded Caribbean beach, from poolside cocktails at dusk to two-hour massages in private cabanas, every setting is one of a kind. Viceroy reinterprets history, traditions, and modernity in innovative, uniquely timeless ways. Yet, within each individual environment, certain qualities are welcomingly consistent. Creativity, comfort, and service all make the signature Viceroy experience, where guest needs are always anticipated and graciously accommodated. Equally constant are the accolades earned by our distinctive hotels, including the pages of Conde Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, Departures, New York Times, and Vogue.

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    The East Angel

    670 S Anderson St, Los Angeles, CA 90023, USA

    Located in the vibrant Downtown Los Angeles, ​The East Angel is an industrial urban event space.

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    Asian Art Museum

    200 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
    • Spaces for 225 Guests
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    L.A. Banquets

    10635 Woodman Ave, Mission Hills, CA 91345, USA
    • Spaces for 725-1,000 Guests

    A Delight for the Senses. THE LANDMARK When you want to make a big impression, L.A. Banquet presents its newest and most extraordinary banquet hall, boasting the grandest, unparalleled, and most stunning ballroom in the greater Los Angeles area. The Landmark takes pride in showcasing an endless variety of state-of-the-art facilities and refined amenities, all housed within its captivating and distinctive space. OUTDOOR SPACE Our lush, meticulously manicured garden hosts the ideal settings for your dream outdoor ceremony. The abundant grounds harmonize with the Landmark's infinite versatility to accommodate a lavish array of experiences for your event. BRIDAL & GROOM SUITES Both the bridal party and groomsmen can relax and celebrate in the Landmark's suites, each with a luxe lounge area and a specialty lunch menu. The bridal suite boasts multiple illuminated vanities and a full-size bathroom with complete amenities. Inside the Landmark's bridal and groom suites, guests can cherish the big day with dedicated maître d' service that includes champagne and an abundance of fruit, pastries, coffee, and tea–– always available. TECHNOLOGY & AMENITIES The landmark's awe-inspiring ballroom boasts twenty-five foot ceilings, dazzling chandeliers, and state-of-the-art LED, at the cutting edge of technology and opulence. Among the myriad of memorable events, the venue accommodates gala-like weddings, stunning festivities, and large-scale actions and conventions seeking luxurious grandeur.

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    Mendocino Grove

    9500 CA-1, Mendocino, CA 95460, USA
    • Spaces for 20-200 Guests
    • 2 Outdoor Spaces
    • 1 Event Space
    • 1 Meeting Space

    Mendocino Grove is a chic glamping venue for corporate offsites, retreats and weddings, spanning 36 acres overlooking the Pacific Ocean on Northern California’s picturesque Mendocino Coast. Combining the deep experience of being immersed in nature with the simple comforts of a dreamy bed, crisp cotton linens, hot showers, wonderful food and plenty of fresh air, Mendocino Grove allows groups to relax and truly enjoy the transformative experience of spending time in nature. Atop redwood decks with Adirondack chairs to take in the beautiful surroundings, Mendocino Grove's spacious Safari-style tents come fully-outfitted with heated beds, down comforters, crisp cotton linens, fluffy towels, reading lamps and lanterns. The bathhouses are beautifully appointed with EO products, fresh flowers, more fluffy towels and showers with plenty of hot water. Nearby, you will find the Camp Spa including a dry sauna, rooms for massage and yoga deck looking out onto the Mendocino Bay. Located on a forest bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Mendocino Grove is ideally situated beside the village of Mendocino, California, a picturesque destination with stunning ocean vistas, gorgeous beaches and rivers, unique boutiques and art galleries, interesting restaurants and cafes, and much more.

    Avg response time 4-6 hrs
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    The Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe

    13031 Ritz Carlton Highlands Ct, Truckee, CA 96161, USA
    • Spaces for 180-520 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 2 Outdoor Spaces
    • 3 Event Spaces

    Set in the mountains of Truckee, California, The Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe offers a luxury resort setting defined by alpine scenery and ski-in, ski-out access. The property features refined indoor and outdoor event spaces, including elegant ballrooms, firelit terraces, and mountain-view venues designed for weddings, retreats, and social gatherings. Guests enjoy sophisticated accommodations, destination dining, a full-service spa, and year-round outdoor experiences. With its impeccable service and dramatic natural surroundings, the resort provides a distinctive backdrop for celebrations that feel both intimate and unforgettable.

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    Costa Mesa Marriott

    500 Anton Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA
    • Spaces for 150-200 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 2 Total Spaces

    Located in the heart of Orange County’s business and arts district, Costa Mesa Marriott offers a modern hotel experience with polished design and versatile event capabilities. The property features contemporary guest rooms, a full-service restaurant, and expansive indoor meeting and ballroom spaces suited for weddings, conferences, and social gatherings. Just minutes from South Coast Plaza and cultural attractions, the hotel combines convenience, comfort, and professional hospitality, making it a reliable setting for both corporate events and milestone celebrations.

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    Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

    401 K St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
    • Spaces for 9-600 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant
    • 2 Hotels
    • 14 Total Spaces

    Perfectly located at the archway to San Diego’s entertainment hub, the Hilton Gaslamp Quarter combines the service of a luxury hotel with the sophistication of a smaller boutique property.

    Avg response time 2-4 hrs
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    The Estate Yountville

    6481 Washington St, Yountville, CA 94599, USA
    • Spaces for 130-700 Guests
    • 2 Outdoor Spaces
    • 1 Event Space

    Event space at The Estate Yountville includes eleven distinctly different locations offering over 55,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor function spaces at Vintage House, and at our sister property, Hotel Villagio. At Vintage House it is the perfect backdrop for smaller, high-level meetings or events in one of the most luxe spaces in the area. Against an inspiring backdrop, memorable meetings, weddings and private events at The Estate Yountville seamlessly unfold. The Estate Yountville offers a spacious event center and beautifully terraced lawns and gardens, with expert staff attending to every event detail. Choose your setting, tell The Estate Yountville team your vision, and they will take care of the rest. Your wedding or special celebration will receive unparalleled personalized attention from their planning and culinary team to ensure your event is unforgettable and flawless.

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    Petit Ermitage

    8822 Cynthia St, West Hollywood, CA 90069, USA
    • Spaces for 13-150 Guests
    • 4 Outdoor Spaces

    This cozy, eclectic West Hollywood escape is a gem you'll want to keep to yourself. Included by Travel & Leisure in their 2018 World's Best Awards as a Top 10 Hotel in Los Angeles, the Petit Ermitage will surpass your wildest dreams. From the second one steps foot into the Petit Ermitage, guests are transported to a bohemian paradise. With walls covered in the owner's personal art collection, to the magical leafy rooftop garden (that's recognized by the National Wildlife Federation as a butterfly and hummingbird sanctuary), the Petit Ermitage is the perfect space for your next unforgettable event. From birthdays to cocktail parties to baby showers and rehearsal dinners - our Private Rooftop is private and elegant (must be a registered hotel guest). The Lounge boasts 360 degree views of the Hollywood Hills and is proudly recognized as a Hummingbird and Butterfly Sanctuary by the National Wildlife Federation. The Garden is our main dining space on property.

    Avg response time 4-6 hrs
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    DoubleTree by Hilton San Pedro-Port of Los Angeles

    2800 Via Cabrillo-Marina, San Pedro, CA 90731, USA

    DoubleTree by Hilton San Pedro-Port of Los Angeles offers event spaces for your next celebration in Los Angeles, California.

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    Scarlett West Hollywood

    8715 Beverly Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90048, USA
    • Spaces for 12-250 Guests
    • 3 Restaurants
    • 3 Bars
    • 3 Total Spaces

    Scarlett offers a unique dining experience that merges Italian passion with Californian soul. Our restaurant and lounge provide a seductive atmosphere, perfect for intimate evenings or lively gatherings. With a carefully curated menu featuring fresh ingredients and bold flavors, Scarlett is designed to delight the senses and create memorable moments.

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    Rosewood Event

    Petaluma, CA, USA
    • Spaces for 200 Guests

    Rosewood, every bride's dream location, is an elegant, private country estate. Lovely flower gardens, extraordinary ridge-top views, a magical first look pergola, lavender and daisy fields, river-beds, bridges, split-rail walk ways, willow trees, grape vines, redwood groves and 360 degree views all await you at Rosewood! Our private venue boasts a beautiful, grand tent for a covered reception for up to 200, and a covered, lighted gazebo for cocktails with a fabulous games area. Your ceremony can be under redwoods or a giant willow tree or against a backdrop of rolling hills and blue skies. You can choose cocktails on the lawn, in the garden or under the redwoods. The choice is yours for your dream wedding. We are minutes to downtown Petaluma, Novato, Pt. Reyes and Marshall. No matter the style of wedding you are dreaming of, Rosewood has something for everyone.

    Avg response time 12-24 hrs
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    Hotel Figueroa

    939 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015, USA
    • Spaces for 24-200 Guests
    • 3 Hotels
    • 3 Ballrooms
    • 1 Outdoor

    At Hotel Figueroa, architectural gems, unexpected finds, and culinary offerings are reimagined within our 10,000 square feet of atmospheric meetings & events space. From spacious rooms steeped in character and history to charming outdoor spaces backed by the L.A. skyline to sleek secret hideaways, Hotel Figueroa has just the venue to ensure your next Downtown Los Angeles event is one your guests won't forget.

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    Laguna Design Center

    23811 Aliso Creek Rd, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677, USA
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    insideOUT

    1642 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
    • Spaces for 180-300 Guests

    insideOUT is San Diego's premier LGBTQ-owned restaurant and only urban oasis! We are an 18+ venue. Situated in Hillcrest, within the eye-catching Eitol (red) Towers, insideOUT is an elevated restaurant and lounge where you walk inside to be out. The venue includes a main dining room that leads to an open-air atrium with seating nooks and a striking water feature for guests to experience San Diego's only urban oasis. . Throughout the year, insideOUT is known for its elevated experiences where guests immerse themselves with our spectacular installations. We provide customized private event planning with venue buy-out options.

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    Sandbourne Santa Monica

    1740 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA
    • Spaces for 15-300 Guests
    • 3 Restaurants
    • 1 Bar
    • 10 Total Spaces

    Just steps from the Pacific Ocean, Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection offers a coastal setting for weddings, meetings, conferences, and social celebrations. The hotel features more than 9,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor event space across 10 venues, including elegant ballrooms, open-air courtyards, and terrace spaces designed to capture the energy and beauty of Santa Monica. Natural light, ocean breezes, and contemporary design create an inviting backdrop for gatherings of every scale, from intimate receptions to large corporate events. With 175 guest rooms and suites, customized catering, dedicated event services, and easy access to the Santa Monica Pier, beaches, and local attractions, the hotel delivers a seamless event experience that blends relaxed California style with elevated hospitality.

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    Pageo Lavender Farm

    11573 Golf Link Rd, Turlock, CA 95380, USA
    • Spaces for 300 Guests

    Couples instantly fall in love with Pageo Lavender Farm's vintage charm, but we offer so much more to make your day even more special. From the first meeting to the final send-off, our professional staff is committed to create your event of a lifetime. Pageo has an outstanding reputation for service and strives to make each event perfect with full-service coordination so you can focus on enjoying your day. Pageo Lavender Farm is available year-round for events such as weddings, receptions, showers, and fundraisers.