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Updated Mar 06, 202510 Luxury Wedding Venues in California That Will Impress Your Guests
From museums to country clubs, say “I do” in one of these lavish Golden State venues.
Although luxury wedding venues in California are not hard to find, the tricky part is discovering the one that meets your wedding vision—that's where we come in. We researched some luxury California wedding venues so you don't have to.
If you plan on exchanging vows or celebrating the next chapter of your love story at one of these opulent venues, there are a few factors you should consider. Luckily, the weather in California tends to be nice year-round, but it is important to note that it can get quite hot in the summer and quite cold during the winter (especially at Northern California wedding venues) with an average low of about 48°F. That said, opting for indoor or outdoor venues can be suitable for most celebrations, although we recommend hybrid for versatility and to achieve optimal comfort levels for your guests who may have different tolerance levels to heat and cool weather.
In addition to using The Knot Vendor Marketplace to find additional information about venues in California, you can use it to find luxury wedding venues across the US to say "I do" in style wherever you tie the knot. Simply enter your marrying location and filter to see selections within the "luxury" category. Ready to start thinking about how to get married in California at a lavish California wedding venue? Read on for some luxury picks from sunny Southern California wedding venues to retreats with mountain views.
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Sherwood Country Club in Thousand Oaks, California
Exchange vows at the Sherwood Country Club. When you host your wedding at this country club, you'll have access to a Georgian-style historic clubhouse featuring luscious golf course views and those of the Santa Monica mountains. If you wish to take your festivities outdoors, this venue offers several open-air spaces for celebrating including the Croquet Lawn. The venue's team is dedicated to helping couples host personalized weddings in collaboration with premium reputable vendors.
- Price: Inquire for pricing.
- Guest Capacity: More than 300
- Reviews: "This is an incredibly beautiful venue that was exactly what we were looking for. It offered plenty of space, privacy for our party and stunning views and ballroom."
L'Auberge Del Mar in Del Mar, California
Celebrate your love at the L'Auberge Del Mar in Del Mar. This high-end hotel is home to four event venues made for celebrating including Seagrove Park (which can accommodate up to 200), Pacific Terrace (which accommodates up to 200), Sunset Terrace (up to 120 guests) and Ocean Terrace (which can accommodate up to 20). Regardless of which one (or more) of these San Diego celebrating spaces you choose, you'll be met with beach views of the Pacific Ocean and crafted menu options brought to life by the hotel's catering team.
- Price: Inquire for pricing
- Guest Capacity: Up to 200
- Reviews: "It doesn't get much better than an oceanside sunset view during your wedding, but what sets L'Auberge apart is the quality of their staff. From the sales manager to the event service manager and banquet staff, everyone is extremely professional and genuinely friendly."
Silver Creek Valley Country Club in San Jose, California
As far as luxury wedding venues in Northern California go, Silver Creek Valley Country Club offers couples looking to host weddings with up to 300 guests a space to do so. As the name suggests, this venue boasts sweeping water views and even includes an on-site cascading waterfall. With floor-to-ceiling windows and overlooking rolling hills, you'll feel as though you walked into a storybook from the moment you step onto the property until the moment you leave. The team at this venue nestled in Evergreen Valley is dedicated to making your wedding a special one whether you're looking to host a micro-wedding or a large one.
- Price: $178–$354 per person
- Guest Capacity: 50–300
- Reviews: "Aside from the beautiful and gorgeous venue that it is, the staff is amazing. All of our guests continue to comment how amazing the staff was and how they never felt like a burden when asking for something from them."
Montecito Club in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Baraba is home to Montecito Club which is filled with glamorous venues designed with saying "I do" in mind. The Club's Great Room houses a wood beam ceiling and twelve Baccarat crystal chandeliers. As if that wasn't enough to impress, the Great Lawn expands across 20,000 square feet and extends ocean views. Once you reserve your wedding date, you can count on being the center of attention that day as the venue does not allow for simultaneous celebrations.
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- Price: Inquire for pricing
- Guest Capacity: Up to 200
- Reviews: "We looked at dozens of places, but as soon as we walked the upper lawn (for ceremony and cocktail hour), we knew it was right and we were blown away by the breathtaking views. It fit the beachy, timeless elegance vibe we were envisioning for our wedding."
The St. Regis San Francisco in San Francisco, California
Although San Francisco may be known for its beautiful bridges, it's also home to some beautiful (and luxurious) wedding venues, including The St. Regis San Francisco. This hotel is equipped to handle those smaller and medium-sized weddings. With an outdoor terrace, multiple ballrooms and fine dining options, you can rest assured that you and your guests will be treated like royalty.
- Price: Inquire for pricing
- Guest Capacity: Up to 250
- Reviews: "It was a great wedding, the service was amazing, the staff was very helpful and the wedding coordinator Gena was amazing and helped with every detail. My wedding was a true dream come true and St. Regis helped make it happen."
San Jose Marriott in San Jose, California
For a luxury California wedding venue with an elegant feel, head to San Jose Marriott. With several celebrating spaces including the San Jose Ballroom (which accommodates up to 500 guests) and the Concierge Lounge and Patio (with room for up to 75 guests), you can rest assured that you'll have both indoor and outdoor options to choose from when booking. In addition to its in-house catering team, the property also has an officiant and certified wedding planner on staff to utilize for your special day so you can spend more time enjoying and less time planning.
- Price: $90–$170 per person
- Guest Capacity: 50–600
- Reviews: "My husband and I decided to host our wedding with the San Jose Marriott, not only for their layout but also for the competence and kindness of their entire staff. During our search for a venue, we came to realize that the quality we were looking for was not only determined for the beauty of a space but the team which would help assemble our wedding day."
Fairmont Grand Del Mar in San Diego, California
Fairmont Grand Del Mar is one of the luxury wedding venues in Southern California offering more than 20,000 square feet of event space for up to 600 guests. In addition to the coastal canyon feel that you'll receive when you book this venue for your wedding, you can expect to see stained-glass windows and tapestries at every turn. Regardless of whether you choose to celebrate at the Grand Social, Canyon Terrace, Capella, Aria Lawn, Manchester Salon and Terrace, Reflection Courtyard, the Grand Ballroom or inside one of the hotel's wine rooms, extravagance is guaranteed.
- Price: Inquire for pricing
- Guest Capacity: Up to 600
- Reviews: "The Fairmont Grand Del Mar did an excellent job! They were helpful and courteous to our guests the whole week and did a great job serving at the reception. They were attentive to our guests and everything went smoothly! It is a beautiful location and there are many activities available to guests."
Palace Hotel in San Francisco, California
If you're looking for luxury wedding venues in San Francisco, consider the Palace Hotel. With almost 44,000 square feet of event space, you'll find a spot tol match your wedding preferences at this historic hotel. If you opt to celebrate from the comfort of the hotel's Ralson Ballroom, you can expect to see some swinging chandeliers and intricately patterned carpeting. The 5,000-square-foot Sunset Court (ballroom), on the other hand, has a spherical feel allowing lots of natural light to pass through via the glass-windowed ceiling. As far as your wedding cuisine goes, the hotel's culinary team is happy to work with you to create a personalized menu containing your preferred dishes and flavor palettes.
- Price: $24,000 (starting price)
- Guest Capacity: Up to 1,000
- Reviews: "From the moment we arrived, we truly felt like royalty. The Palace Hotel's opulent surroundings took our breath away. The Sunset Court, with its panoramic glass ceiling, provided a stunning backdrop for our ceremony."
Greengate Ranch & Vineyard in San Luis Obispo, California
Greengate Ranch & Vineyard sits across more than 140 acres in the heart of California's Central Coast. In addition to the Wood Barn, Courtyard and grand lawns, this private ranch is home to four vacation homes designed to serve as a home for you and your wedding party throughout your festivities for two or three nights. You can't forget to utilize the venue's wine offerings during your celebration—it is a vineyard after all.
- Price: Inquire for pricing
- Guest Capacity: More than 300
- Reviews: "Greengate is downright gorgeous. Jena was very professional and made our wedding weekend very comfortable [as] she knows exactly what she's doing with the property."
Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa in Rancho Santa Fe, California
Tie the knot at Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa in Santa Fe. Spanning 45 acres, this elegant resort offers enough space to make your dream wedding (with up to 500 guests) come to life. Don't worry about having to do it all yourself, as you will be provided with a wedding specialist to arrange the details or work with your wedding planner to ensure everything takes place according to plan. After you celebrate, you and your loved ones can head back to relax in one of the property's casitas—we think that sounds pretty nice.
- Price: Inquire for pricing
- Guest Capacity: Up to 500
- Reviews: "The venue itself is stunning! Beautiful grounds, glorious accommodations, amazing food and drinks and the kindest team members. Riley, in particular, was great! She took our vision and made it into a reality!"
