Top Seaside Venues

• Spaces for 120 Guests

The Martine Inn is an oceanfront boutique hotel and bed and breakfast set along Ocean View Boulevard in Pacific Grove, California, overlooking Monterey Bay. The property began as a private mansion built in the early 1900s for heirs of the Parke Family Pharmaceuticals, and was purchased by Don Martine in 1972 — at the time scheduled for demolition — and meticulously restored. Today it operates as a living museum, furnished with authentic period antiques ranging from 1800 to 1920 across its 25 individually appointed guest rooms. The inn is well suited for intimate gatherings and romantic celebrations, including weddings, drawing guests with its panoramic Pacific Ocean views, Victorian architecture, and personalized hospitality. Each room carries its own character, and the property's collection of vintage MG automobiles and automotive memorabilia adds a distinctive character found nowhere else on the Monterey Peninsula.

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 3 Resorts

Say “I do” at The Sanctuary Beach Resort, one of the most beautiful Monterey Bay wedding venues and “most instagrammable wedding locations“, with luxurious accommodations and an unbeatable seaside location. Set between a state park and the protected Marina Dunes Preserve, The Sanctuary Beach Resort welcomes guests to 19 acres of exclusive beachfront property. Onsite wedding-planners specialize in designing breathtaking waterfront ceremonies that range from casual beach weddings to luxurious affairs. Bookable room blocks in the 60 cottage guest rooms allow couples to share their special day with large parties. Or, for a more intimate celebration, guests can have a small sunset ceremony with just their closest friends and family. Brides and grooms can pamper themselves in this Monterey Beach wedding venue’s the Spa at Sanctuary Beach Resort, which offers a full range of massages and treatments. And just this year, The Sanctuary Beach Resort opened Salt Wood Kitchen & Oysterette Restaurant, our elegant California-fresh restaurant overlooking the Bay, and an ideal choice for rehearsal dinners or receptions.

• Spaces for 500 Guests

Corral de Tierra Country Club is a private, member-owned country club set in the foothills of the Santa Lucia Mountains, tucked between the Monterey Peninsula and Salinas Valley. With more than 60 years of history, the club occupies a farmhouse-style clubhouse — an old stone main building flanked by board-and-batten structures — and accommodates private events and parties for members and their guests. The club sits within what it describes as the sunniest, most comfortable year-round microclimate of any club in the region, giving outdoor functions a reliable advantage across all four seasons. The 18-hole championship course was designed by Bob E. Baldock and stretches nearly 7,000 yards from the back tees at par 72; it holds designation as a U.S. Open qualifier course. Corral de Tierra has earned Distinguished Club recognition from BoardRoom magazine and operates one of the strongest junior golf programs in Monterey County. In addition to golf and events, the club offers casual and fine dining, racquet sports, a fitness center, and swimming facilities, serving members across four generations of families.

The Santa Lucia Preserve is a renowned private neighborhood within a preserve in California. Just a few miles inland from Carmel-by-the-Sea, the Preserve is set on 20,000 acres of magnificent coastal California scenery. With a state-of-the-art Equestrian Center, a Tom Fazio-designed golf course, and a unique convergence of a laid-back ranch lifestyle and an immense natural world at your doorstep, the community of 297 houses and homesites is a haven from contemporary life. Escape to the Santa Lucia Mountains and take advantage of everything this 20,000-acre private nature preserve has to offer you and your guests. Come together at a historic Hacienda with roots in the Roaring Twenties. Exchange holy vows in a redwood cathedral that dates back even further. Enjoy a peaceful location surrounded by deer, turkeys, bobcats, and golden eagles. Enjoy farm-to-table cuisine and fine California wines. After the wedding, enjoy with your wedding guests in the 100-year-old barn, where rustic elegance meets modernity. On foot or by horseback, take in the breathtaking scenery of California. In your own small, rustic-glam tent beside Moore's Lake, or the honeymoon suite in the Hacienda, feel entranced by the mountain air at night. Santa Lucia Preserve members and their sponsored guests can have unforgettable weddings and other celebrations in a beautiful woodland retreat. If you're interested in having your wedding on The Preserve, please fill out the form on our website and a member of our events team will contact you as soon as possible. Contact us today to arrange the perfect venue for your next event!

• Spaces for 60 Guests

L'Auberge Carmel is a historic boutique hotel and Relais & Châteaux property set in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. Built in 1929 by Allen Knight and designed by architect Albert Farr in a Bohemian style inspired by the romantic architecture of Prague, the property has been thoughtfully restored to preserve its historic character while introducing modern comforts. Its 20 individually designed guest rooms reflect European-style elegance and a philosophy of highly personalized hospitality. At the center of the property is Aubergine, a two-Michelin-star, five-Forbes-star restaurant that anchors the hotel's reputation for culinary distinction. Special events at Aubergine bring together the restaurant's acclaimed cuisine with an intimate setting that has earned recognition among the finest dining experiences on the Monterey Peninsula. The hotel is located just blocks from Carmel Beach, placing guests within easy reach of the village's galleries, shops, and coastline.

• Spaces for 26-80 Guests
• 2 Restaurants

Rio Grill has been a Carmel dining landmark since 1983, situated at the corner of Highway 1 and Rio Road in The Crossroads shopping center. The restaurant serves bold California Fusion cuisine built around fresh, locally sourced ingredients, prepared from scratch with a wood-fired grill and smoker at the heart of the kitchen. Classic California hospitality anchors the experience in an elegant yet relaxed dining room and lively lounge. For private events, Rio Grill offers two dedicated dining rooms. The Santa Fe Room accommodates up to 45 guests seated or 80 for cocktail receptions in a bright, 681-square-foot space with a cantina-style bar. The more intimate Barrel Room hosts up to 26 seated or 45 for standing events, suited to smaller gatherings of family and friends. Both rooms draw on the restaurant's 190-label wine list and customizable menus developed by the culinary team. Rio Grill is part of the Coastal Roots Hospitality family, alongside sister restaurants Tarpy's and Montrio.

• Spaces for 184-250 Guests

Weddings are memorable... at the Ranch there will only be one wedding each day, to ensure that your special day will be perfect! You could not ask for a better ceremony site with Point Lobos, Carmel River Beach and the ocean as a backdrop to all your photos. Ceremonies can take place on a lush green lawn, with a dramatic entrance for the bride as she crosses over the picturesque bridge and pond, or on our more intimate brick patio. The wedding reception and meal service are held inside the historic barns, creating an out -of –the ordinary place to celebrate. Our experienced and professional staff will be on hand to help with every detail. The Ranch is also a unique place for a Rehearsal Dinner...idyllic, truly distinctive and a great prelude to any wedding. The wall of glass doors on one side of the Patio Barn opens out onto the brick patio with spectacular views of the meadow with grazing sheep, Point Lobos and breathtaking whitecaps. The Patio Barn also offers a built-in stage and dance floor, and can provide your guests with a full cocktail service at its copper topped bar. The Large Barn, with its three-story high ceiling is spacious and creates a warm atmosphere for dining, larger cocktail parties, corporate parties, or other creative events.

• Spaces for 10-200 Guests
• 5 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 5 Total Spaces

Bernardus Lodge & Spa is a boutique luxury resort tucked among 28 acres of rolling vineyards, orchards, and gardens in Carmel Valley, California. Situated against the Santa Lucia Mountains on the Monterey Peninsula, the lodge offers a wine country retreat defined by ranch-chic accommodations and a relaxed, sophisticated approach to hospitality. The lodge hosts weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations across more than 4,300 square feet of flexible indoor space and 20,000 square feet of beautifully landscaped outdoor grounds — including an estate vineyard. Event spaces range from the 2,160-square-foot Meritage Ballroom, with 22-foot vaulted ceilings and views of the surrounding gardens, to the open-air Wedding Garden framed by majestic oak trees, over 100 varieties of roses, and panoramic valley views. Gatherings from 10 to 200 guests can be accommodated across the various spaces. Catering for all events is provided by the culinary team at Lucia Restaurant & Bar, under the direction of Chef Cal Stamenov. The team crafts handcrafted menus drawing on local wines and seasonal ingredients from the lodge's own organic vegetable garden.

• Spaces for 50-300 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 4 Total Spaces

Perched on a hillside in the Carmel Highlands with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, Highlands Inn combines true Carmel luxury with an approachable and sophisticated spirit. A haven for artists and discerning travelers since its opening in 1917, Highlands Inn features 48 luxuriously renovated guest rooms, including 11 suites, 32 ocean view rooms, and five garden view rooms.

• Spaces for 150-300 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Estate
• 1 Ranch

Gardener Ranch is a 24-acre private retreat nestled along the banks of the Carmel River in Carmel Valley, California, within walking distance of Carmel Valley Village. The property unfolds across majestic oak groves and lush meadows, offering an exclusively private setting for weddings, corporate retreats, family reunions, and special events. The ranch has a storied history of hosting presidents, dignitaries, and film stars drawn to its secluded, rustic character. The property accommodates gatherings of all sizes across a collection of indoor and outdoor event spaces, including The Clubhouse — a versatile indoor venue with dining rooms, an expansive outdoor patio, and a pool and lounge area — along with five distinct outdoor lawn and ceremony sites. Overnight accommodations in five recently renovated houses sleep up to 51 guests, making multi-day event weekends a natural fit. When booked for a wedding or retreat, Gardener Ranch is available for exclusive use, giving groups the run of the entire property. The venue provides on-site bar service for all events and offers optional enhancements including guided hikes, spa services, wine tours, and fitness programming.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Outdoor

Holman Ranch is the ideal location for any event. Holman Ranch is stylish and sophisticated, yet quaint and cozy, with understated elegance throughout, making it the ideal Northern California wedding or event site. Holman Ranch is known for its magnificently restored 1928 Carmel stone hacienda, a wonderful house tucked in the Carmel Valley hillside with spectacular 360-degree vistas of the Santa Lucia Mountains. Our 400 acre private estate offers numerous indoor outdoor spaces for your event or wedding, allowing you the option of selecting the perfect location for your party. A few of our exquisite Carmel Valley event and wedding spaces include: - The Rose Patio - The Ceremony Lawn - The Stone Terrace - The Wine Cave - The Carriage House - The Conference Room - The Hacienda Depending on the purpose of your event, whether you’re holding the wedding of your dreams or a meeting of the board, our event spaces allow you to enjoy the beauty of Carmel Valley while accomplishing everything on your to-do list. Nothing beats a fun team-building activity, but why settle for the usual suspects like an escape room or happy hour? With your business team, take happy hour to the next level with an overnight or weekend event! Holman Ranch provides overnight accommodations, ensuring that your company's executives never have to worry about drinking and driving. Our event planning staff can assist you in putting together the perfect schedule for a memorable and productive team-building event. Do not forget about your business holiday parties - Holman Ranch is unlike any other holiday party venue, and we are here to help you make yours a success year after year. Look no further than Holman Ranch's wonderful array of unforgettable spaces if you are looking for the perfect wedding site. Our historic ranch can accommodate groups of 1 to 500 people, so you will not have to worry about not having enough room for your loved ones to celebrate your important day. For your special day, you will also find gorgeous scenery for photos, abundance of animals, incredible prep rooms, and more.

The Club at Pasadera offers event spaces for your next celebration in Monterey, California.

• Spaces for 125 Guests

The Old Whaling Station Historic Adobe & Gardens is a nationally registered historic landmark situated in Monterey's Heritage Harbor, steps from Fisherman's Wharf and Monterey Bay. Built in 1847 by Scottish adventurer David Wight as a family residence, the two-story adobe later served as headquarters for the Old Monterey Whaling Company in the 1850s — giving the property its enduring name. Since 1980, the Junior League of Monterey County has leased the adobe from the California State Department of Parks and Recreation, operating it as a historic house museum and event venue. The property offers both indoor and outdoor settings for weddings, receptions, parties, corporate gatherings, and other private events. Interior spaces include a formal dining room, a living room with fireplace, and a sunroom decorated with antique furnishings. The surrounding gardens feature old-fashioned roses, brick walkways, and a wooden arbor, and can accommodate up to 125 guests for outdoor celebrations. The venue's whalebone sidewalk — one of the last remaining in the country — adds a singular piece of California coastal history to any event held here.

• Spaces for 500 Guests

• Spaces for 120 Guests