The Best Hotel & Resort Wedding Venues in Gardena, CA

The Best Hotel & Resort Wedding Venues in Gardena, CA

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The Portofino Hotel & Marina 

4.7

Redondo Beach, CA
  • Up to 250 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $16,000
  • Offer

Nestled on a tranquil peninsula in L.A.’s South Bay, The Portofino Hotel & Marina is the ultimate wedding destination, offering breathtaking oceanfront views and an unforgettable setting for your special day. With over 60 years of rich history, including its connection to the legendary Cannonball Run, this iconic hotel is a beloved local landmark. Our multiple waterfront venues provide a stunning backdrop for rehearsal dinners or intimate gatherings, serving innovative market-to-table cuisine alongside beautiful marina views. For your wedding celebration, our conference center offers unparalleled waterfront vistas, making it the perfect venue for a ceremony, reception, or any memorable event.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Versatile for various event styles
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Bridal suite on site

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • On-site parking not available
  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
Had the best wedding the portofino. It was beautiful and so easy and fun for our out of town guests. The venue was beautiful and the staff was so helpful, from planning through to the day off. Chris and Rain were great! Loved the getting ready rooms. Loved the reception on the lawn. Loved the views. Loved the food! We got lots of comments on the food being great and the bartenders being lightening fast. We’d choose portofino again if we could do it all over.
Morgan B., 2 years ago
Doubletree by Hilton Torrance/South Bay 

1.0

Torrance, CA
  • Up to 400 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $1,500

With over 18,000-square-feet of event space and 11 event rooms, couples will be spoiled for choice. Your event will integrate seamlessly into this destination, owing to its flexible yet luxurious nature. With an atmosphere of old-world glamour evident throughout the hotel, you are sure to be transported during your nuptials. Their magnificent Crystal Ballroom can host up to 400 guests, and features clean architecture and a glimmering chandelier. The space will serve as a perfect backdrop for any decor. For something slightly more intimate, enjoy a fine-dining experience in the Penthouse with 150 of your closest friends and family. You can even have your furry friends there on the day. When the night is over, guests can retire to the hotel's well-equipped rooms to recuperate after all the celebration and joy.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has onsite accommodations
  • Has a dance floor for celebration
  • Provides catering services

Venue considerations

  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Does not allow pets
Courtyard By Marriott Culver City Los Angeles 

5.0

Culver City, CA
  • Up to 200 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $2,500

Located in Culver City, our hotel offers 13,000 square feet of meeting space, including an indoor/outdoor space perfect for weddings. Bride and Groom ready rooms are available, as are suites and guest rooms for your out of town guests. Plenty of parking and an easy jaunt to LAX, only 4 miles from our doors.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Both indoor and outdoor options
  • Multiple event spaces
  • Caters to out-of-town guests

Venue considerations

  • Does not provide event staff
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Does not allow pets
We had the most wonderful wedding experience at the Courtyard by Marriott LA Westside. Our Catering Manager, Alex Cantu was so helpful, caring, and professional. We had a short timeline from planning to our big day and all was handled with care and ease. The Palisades patio was the perfect backdrop for our wedding. Indoor and outdoor, with space for our dance floor and DJ and photo booth. I want to thank the team for making it a memorable day and making it easy all the way through process.
Kadie and R., a year ago
Hilton Culver City 

5.0

Culver City, CA
  • Up to 400 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $8,500

Hilton Hotel Los Angeles - Culver City is a hotel wedding venue on the westside of Los Angeles, in historic Culver City, California. With stunning sunset views, eloquent design elements and decor, this beautiful setting is perfect for weddings providing a seamless flow of wedding events throughout the night. Our space also accommodates intimate gatherings and elaborate celebrations. The dedicated staff works closely with couples to help them plan the event of their dreams. In addition to ceremonies and receptions, the hotel also hosts pre-wedding showers and engagement parties. Its convenient location lies within minutes of Los Angeles International Airport, making it easily accessible to guests traveling from afar. This is a centralized location close enough to the action of the city however, your friends and family are still able to enjoy a tranquil and refreshing stay.

Why you'll love this venue

  • All-inclusive venue packages
  • Private area for the wedding party
  • Space for a large guest list

Venue considerations

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No free parking
  • No built-in audiovisual options
Our wedding was incredible, our friends and family had such an amazing time. My contact at the hotel was very organized and let me know in advance any deadlines she needed. The process was so smooth. Our guests were impressed, the ballroom was GORGEOUS!!!
Sandar, a year ago
Shade Hotel Redondo Beach 
Redondo Beach, CA
  • Up to 300 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $5,500

Shade Hotel Redondo Beach is a waterfront, hotel wedding venue located in Redondo Beach, California. This coastal oasis is at one of California’s premier beach communities, which creates a great place for couples to celebrate their love and commitment to each other. With an abundance of natural light and extraordinary ocean views, this venue provides a lively yet gentle environment to host the wedding of your dreams. Shade Hotel Redondo Beach is situated right on the marina with spectacular views of the Pacific coastline, form Palos Verdes to Malibu. This exquisite backdrop is great for the quintessential Southern California wedding ceremony and reception. Couples can hosts wedding ceremonies and receptions as well as engagement parties, bridal showers, and rehearsal dinners. This venue offers scenic and beautiful indoor and outdoor event spaces, with a guest capacity of up to 300 wedding guests.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Allows pets
  • Full catering menu to choose from

Venue considerations

  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
  • No free parking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
Hilton Los Angeles Airport 
Los Angeles, CA
  • Up to 600 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $5,000

Hilton Los Angeles Airport offers a variety of spacious ballrooms that together compose over 55,000 square feet of space and can accommodate over 1,500 guests. The International Ballroom features crystal chandeliers, 16-inch ceilings, and over 11,000 square feet of event space with the smaller Pacific Ballroom just across the way for the perfect cocktail hour. The more intimate Los Angeles, Carmel, and La Jolla Ballrooms offer mirrored walls and chandeliers and can pair up for events of up to 150 guests. Three outdoor patio spaces are also available on the third floor that can be used as ceremony or cocktail reception venues. For unique engagement session and wedding photo opportunities, the airport hotel also offers a helipad overlooking the runways of LAX and western sunsets.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Bridal suite on site
  • Pets can join the celebration
  • Has a dance floor for celebration

Venue considerations

  • No in-house lighting and sound packages available
  • No on-site guest accommodations
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
Los Angeles Airport Marriott 
Los Angeles, CA
  • Up to 900 guests
  • Select services
  • Outdoor

Mere moments from LAX, Los Angeles Airport Marriott is a haven of modern comfort for couples and wedding guests alike. Recently transformed, this LA hotel features indoor and outdoor spaces and unique, on-site venue options for the perfect wedding affair. From a poolside ceremony under the palms to a lofty celebration on the 18th floor with bright runway views, couples can host an unforgettable event in more than 55,000 square feet of space with custom catering and expert planners. In addition to stunning event spaces, our LAX hotel offers renovated guest rooms and suites, resort style outdoor pool oasis, three distinctive restaurants, full Starbucks, hair salon and complimentary airport shuttle. Our hotel wedding venue sets the stage for a comfortable and convenient visit to Los Angeles.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has onsite accommodations
  • Provides catering services
  • Provides lighting and sound

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
  • Not wheelchair accessible
Renaissance Los Angeles Airport Hotel 
Los Angeles, CA
  • Up to 700 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $4,000

Let our reception venues provide an elegant backdrop for your wedding or party in Los Angeles, CA. Collaborate with our event planner and culinary team to craft your ideal wedding experience. Dream weddings don't just happen, they're planned. Marriott Certified Wedding Planners are trained to help. After completing demanding coursework, each Marriott Certified Wedding Planner is qualified to coordinate weddings of all types, including ethnic and military weddings. Relying on experience, training, tradition and old-fashioned intuition, Marriott Certified Wedding Planners can help you determine an overall vision for your wedding and help you execute each detail. That includes setting an event budget; deciding on a menu; arranging table settings; and finding florists, photographers, a band and other entertainment for the big day.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides a dedicated team on-site
  • Full catering menu to choose from
  • Has a fun and festive vibe

Venue considerations

  • On-site parking not available
  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
  • Does not allow pets
Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles Westside 
Culver City, CA
  • Up to 170 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor

Make yourself at home at Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles Westside. Our modern Culver City hotel is located 3 miles from LAX and features comfortable amenities, relaxing accommodations, and productive work spaces. Choose from 196 guest rooms, all provided with free Wi-Fi, soundproof windows, reading lights, and eco-friendly bathroom amenities. Stay satisfied with breakfast, dinner, and over 20 beers, ales, and premium liquors from our Lobby Restaurant and local restaurants near our LA hotel. When business calls, grab a hot coffee and packed sandwich to go. Explore Culver City with Venice Beach, Howard Hughes Center, and more LA attractions just a few miles away. Book your next business meeting or special occasion in one of our flexible event venues, with customizable catering menus available. Get everything you need at Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles Westside. Show More

Why you'll love this venue

  • Offers convenient lodging options
  • Both indoor and outdoor options
  • All-inclusive venue packages

Venue considerations

  • No dedicated areas for getting ready
  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • Does not allow pets

About wedding venues in Gardena, CA

California offers an incredible 840 miles of coastline, 3,000+ wineries and ancient redwoods for your wedding day. When you choose the Golden State, you're getting exceptional natural lighting for your ceremony across diverse settings from Mediterranean coastal zones to alpine mountain backdrops. Each region has its own distinctive character that can perfectly match your vision.

What Makes California Wedding Venues So Special?

Northern California's Napa Valley welcomes you with rolling vineyards and Spanish colonial architecture where intimate wine cave ceremonies create unforgettable moments. Head to Southern California and you'll find oceanfront venues like Duke's Malibu where you can exchange vows with the Pacific stretching out behind you while enjoying fresh coastal-inspired cuisine. Palm Springs offers dramatic desert venues with mountain backdrops and striking midcentury modern architecture that photographs beautifully.

How Much Do Wedding Venues in California Cost?

Wedding venues in California typically run between $9,600 and $11,700 which aligns nicely with the national range of $6,500-$12,000. This represents about 18% of your total wedding budget. Your overall costs will vary based on guest count:

  • 50 guests: $26,190
  • 100 guests: $43,692
  • 150 guests: $60,141
  • 200 guests: $74,836
  • 250 guests: $89,530
  • 300 guests: $104,224

Which California Venues Are Fully Accessible?

The Griffith House features wheelchair-accessible pathways throughout its Spanish-style grounds including the private ceremony lawn and separate preparation spaces for couples. You might also consider Holman Ranch Sunstone Winery and Villa del Sol d'Oro though you'll want to directly confirm their specific accessibility features when you visit. Accessibility options have improved greatly across California venues in recent years.

When Should You Book Your California Wedding Venue?

October leads venue inquiries in California with couples typically booking venues about 13 months (400 days) before their wedding date. If you're dreaming of a Northern California wine country wedding during peak season you'll want to book up to 18 months in advance. Southern California venues offer more flexibility especially during winter months when you can still enjoy beautiful weather while potentially securing better rates.

Where Can You Find Exceptional Culinary Experiences in California?

La Valencia Hotel in La Jolla delivers impeccable service with menu options from lobster bisque to perfectly prepared steak. You'll love Vibiana in Los Angeles with its chef-driven menus served in a stunning restored cathedral setting. Rosewood Sand Hill in Menlo Park offers Michelin-star fine dining while Bali Hai Restaurant serves authentic Polynesian cuisine with breathtaking views overlooking San Diego Bay. California's culinary scene truly elevates the wedding experience.

How Do California Wedding Costs Break Down?

VendorAverage Cost% of Total (150 guests)
Venue$10,66518%
Catering$8,53214%
Florists$7,82113%
Bar Services$6,82611%
Photography$4,7648%
Wedding Planners$4,8358%
Videography$4,3097%
Hair & Makeup$6001%
Cake & Desserts$8181%

Which California Venues Offer Enhanced Remote Participation?

Parq Event Center in San Diego features state-of-the-art sound LED screens and projection walls that support advanced streaming capabilities for guests who can't attend in person. You'll find Exchange LA and Wing Tip in San Francisco offer flexible spaces that adapt beautifully for innovative tech integration. These can include virtual reality experiences interactive live streaming and 360-degree cameras that make remote guests feel like they're right there with you. Technology has transformed how we can include loved ones from anywhere in the world.

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