Beach and Waterfront Wedding Venues in El Portal, CA

Beach and Waterfront Wedding Venues in El Portal, CA

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The Pines Resort 

5.0

Bass Lake, CA
  • Up to 275 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $3,000

Let the shimmering waters and fragrant pines create memories of a lifetime. We have accommodations for all types of wedding ceremonies and receptions. You can have a scenic outdoor wedding at our beautiful lakefront Garden Gazebo or have a more traditional setting in one of our many event spaces. Our experienced team will make sure you will have the wedding of your dreams. Please send your email in inquiry to receive package information.

Awarded Best of Zola
We absolutely loved having our wedding at The Pines Resort! Their communication style was clear, quick, and left lots of room for us to get creative in the planning process. The venue itself is gorgeous and all-inclusive, with beautiful minimalist decor that created the perfect backdrop without added stress. Brittany, their phenomenal on-site wedding planner, made everything so easy by connecting us with vendors they frequently work with who understand the venue and their approach. We felt empowered to get creative with alternatives when we wanted to make the day our own. With the venue and planning taken care of, we could focus on each other and our love. The Pines Resort receives 100/100 stars from us and we cannot recommend them highly enough for your special day!
Catherine W., 18 days ago
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The Lighthouse, LLC 

5.0

Vallejo, CA
  • Up to 150 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $9,000

Welcome to the Lighthouse - a serene waterfront oasis and event property for weddings, special celebrations, corporate events, and more. Nestled in Glen Cove among rolling hills and a majestic waterfront—this historic building, originally built in 1910 and moved from another location, is rich in local history and has been renovated to include a combination of modern-day conveniences and historic charm. Your Celebration Awaits at The Lighthouse at Glen Cove Marina. A one-of-a-kind destination for once-in-a-lifetime affairs. Please note: The Lighthouse is not an all-inclusive venue. As such, clients must hire licensed and insured vendors, including food and beverage, for their Lighthouse event. Please refer to the Preferred Partners page on our website for a list of pre-approved vendors to choose from. The Lighthouse proudly serves and celebrates all races, ethnicities, orientations, identities, and religions.

We were looking for a beautiful low key venue for our wedding. The Lighthouse was by far even better than we imagined! We primarily worked with Maggie who was fantastic! She was very realistic when it came to helping us stay within our budget and gave us some excellent vendor recommendations accordingly. We had a few meetings with her along the way and she listened to what we wanted and helped us stay on task getting everything sorted out. She was super flexible and accommodating with us on the day of the wedding. Maggie and Alma were both there the day of the wedding and they were both busy making sure everything was running smoothly! In addition to how wonderful they are, this venue is the most beautiful! We used the outside and inside area. We heard from several of our guests that it was the most beautiful venue (and wedding ;) ) they had attended! We have the absolute best memories from this day and wouldn’t change a thing!
Rachel D., 2 years ago
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Mavericks House 

5.0

Half Moon Bay, CA
  • Up to 140 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor

Couples seeking a stunning oceanfront setting for their big day will fall in love with Mavericks House. With indoor and outdoor celebration space above a beautiful, protected cove, this venue is the perfect spot for a romantic wedding by the sea. Embraced by a grove of trees and overlooking the Pacific, our ceremony garden can accommodate seating for up to 140 guests with views of the ocean, sailboats and marine life. Our spacious ballroom, lined with windows facing the sea, leads to an outdoor deck offering a picturesque backdrop for all your wedding memories. Our experienced event team is dedicated to making sure your big day turns out exactly as you've dreamed.

Our experience with Mavericks House was exceptional from start to finish. Communication was effortless, with easy contact via email and their event portal. Brittani, our main contact, was incredibly responsive and helpful throughout the entire process, ensuring that we were always up-to-date on deadlines, payments, and required documentation/forms. The venue's payment schedule and pricing structure were transparent and easy to understand, and the payment portal made transactions simple and convenient. The portal also let us refer to current and past documents at any time, making planning much easier. One of the highlights of our experience was the delicious food and drinks provided by the venue. The menu we chose offered a variety of options, including 3 cocktail hour appetizers, starter salad, 3 different mains, 2 sides, a churro bar, wine list, beer list, and His/Hers signature cocktails. The tasting process to choose our menu and drink list was not only enjoyable but also helped us customize our selections to our preferences. During the tasting, we also chose tablecloth/napkin colors, table configurations, and many other details for our wedding. They also took into consideration our guests with sensitive food allergies. We needed accommodations for gluten free, nut free, and shellfish free guests. Our guests with these allergies said the staff were very helpful and provided food they could enjoy. One thing that truly set this venue apart was their accommodation for guests who didn't drink. They allowed us to have two His/Hers signature cocktails and a mocktail, ensuring that everyone had a special drink option. Additionally, they provided Martinelli sparkling cider in addition to champagne for our toast, catering to our non-drinking guests. Throughout our wedding day, the staff provided full support and assistance when necessary, including helping us set up our DIY decor/centerpieces. Whenever we wanted to get more drinks from the bar, a staff member made us feel special by getting our drinks quickly, making us feel like the VIPs of our event! Since we were busy taking photos during our cocktail hour, at dinner, the staff provided us with a sampler plate of the appetizers we missed during cocktail hour, which was very thoughtful! At the end of the night, clean up was a breeze as the staff quickly and efficiently helped us clean up well before our 11pm cut-off time. Overall, our experience with Mavericks House was wonderful, and we highly recommend them to anyone looking for a picturesque venue that offers great food, drinks, and exceptional service.
Zachary R., 5 months ago
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa 

5.0

Monterey, CA
  • Up to 300 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor

Fall in love with timeless beauty of the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa. Our historic oceanfront retreat on Cannery Row is a picture-perfect backdrop for weddings and bridal events. Offering sweeping oceanfront views in every direction and warm, personalized service, our classic coastal hotel will captivate your guests with its turn-of-the-century romance and irresistible setting. Let your imagination take flight. From first visit to last dance, allow our professional wedding planners to custom curate your perfect celebration, tapping a trusted team of premier vendors, including photographers, florists, musicians and wedding officiants. We also stand ready to delight your guests with unique-to-Monterey experiences, including wine tasting tours in Carmel Valley, and bike trips along scenic Monterey Bay.

Awarded Best of Zola
Our wedding company, Weddings in Monterey, has been a part of weddings as an officiant and photographer for the past twelve years. The Monterey Plaza is one of those venues that makes you feel very comfortable from the moment you start working with them. As a vendor, we are greeted, introduced to the team/other vendors, and given clear direction. There is no shortage of staff and ceremony areas are set up well in advance (no last-minute setting up of chairs/staging/sound system). They have always been true professionals and that is very helpful on a day that can be somewhat stressful.
Brian Borgia, 4 years ago
The Willow Ballroom & Event Center 

5.0

Hood, CA
  • Up to 500 guests
  • Raw space
  • Indoor & outdoor

The Willow Ballroom is the premier destination for your next event! Whether you are planning a wedding, gala, private or corporate gathering, we provide the perfect blank canvas for your event. Our unique and urban warehouse space exudes character, originality and old world charm. Adorned with 20+ eclectic chandeliers and bistro lighting, The Willow Ballroom is sure to take your breath away! We include tables and chairs to accommodate up to 300 guests, gorgeous vintage furnishings and a fully furnished back patio. Additionally, we offer complimentary valet parking for all events onsite. Located in the heart of the beautiful picturesque Sacramento Delta, the setting is unparalleled. Easily divided into a cocktail, reception, and ceremony space, the options for design and creativity are endless! We include the exterior grounds of a local private estate with lush gardens and vineyards for additional endless photo ops! www.thewillowballroom.com

Where to begin...I absolutely LOVED working with Angelica & The Willow Ballroom. She made it so easy throughout the entire wedding planning process, and she truly cared about us having the best day possible. Her attention to detail, expertise, industry knowledge, suggestions, and caring demeanor did not go unnoticed. We toured several spots around the greater Sacramento area for our wedding, and we had the best experience with The Willow Ballroom. It was such a beautiful and unique space, and we didn't have to worry about a ton of decor because the space speaks for itself (which saved us money!). Highly recommend working with The Willow Ballroom for not only weddings, events, reunions, the list goes on, it really can do it all!
Claire S., a month ago

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About wedding venues in El Portal, CA

How much do wedding venues typically cost in El Portal, CA?

The cost of a wedding venue varies widely by location, number of guests, and many other details of the wedding package. El Portal, CA offers a range of options that can fit most budgets. All-inclusive packages start at $2,500 and average $2,500.

What types of venues can I find in El Portal, CA?

El Portal offers a wide range of venues, including Ballroom, Urban and Hotel and resort.

What are some of the best wedding and reception venues available in El Portal, CA?

Some of the most popular venues in this area include Pageo Lavender Farm, Great Wolf Lodge Northern California and AutoCamp Yosemite. But just like finding "the one," finding the perfect wedding venue takes time and a little bit of magic. Start by envisioning your dream wedding - the ambiance, style, and location. Then, explore our extensive collection of carefully curated wedding venues. Our marketplace provides detailed information, stunning photos, and real couples' reviews to help you make an informed decision. Trust your instincts, and when you find that venue that gives you butterflies, you'll know it's the one.

What questions should I ask when booking a venue in El Portal, CA?

It all depends on what you're looking for, but you may want to consider things like whether the venue has an on-site bridal suite (25% in El Portal do) or whether the venue provides an event coordinator (38% in El Portal do!).

Additionally, some venues work with certain caterers and require a minimum food and beverage spend in addition to the space rentals. Others might have a recommended list of preferred caterers that they'd like you to work with.

Can the venues in El Portal, CA accommodate both small and large weddings?

Of course! Small wedding venues in El Portal, CA can host intimate parties while large venues can accommodate up to 300. The average venue in El Portal can seat 225 guests.

What amenities do the reception venues in El Portal, CA offer?

The venues in El Portal, CA are known for the exceptional suite of services and amenities offered to couples and their wedding parties. The most common services provided are Wi-Fi, Wheelchair accessible and Bar services. Some venues even offer Lighting/Sound!

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