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Nestled in the beautiful Palos Verdes Peninsula, California, La Venta Inn is a charming and unforgettable wedding venue. Since 1923, this renovated Spanish villa has been hosting joyous couples and mesmerizing guests. Its close proximity to the coast offers breathtaking, panoramic views of the Pacific. The stunning Spanish-inspired architecture creates a unique, romantic, and luxurious atmosphere. Ocean views serve as the perfect backdrop for weddings, and exclusive access to the entire estate provides endless photo opportunities. The venue also boasts exceptional amenities, including exquisite dining options provided by Made by Meg Catering.

Facilities and Capacity

Easily accessible via the Pacific Coast Highway, La Venta Inn can comfortably accommodate up to 175 wedding guests. The venue offers a beautiful event space designed to bring your unique wedding vision to life. The elegant ballroom exudes luxury, featuring enticing decorative elements such as a grand fireplace. The intimate outdoor courtyard with a tiled fountain is ideal for post-ceremony drinks. The delightful ballroom is perfect for a night of dancing. The standard rental package includes exclusive use of the property, including the ceremony lawn, courtyard, ocean cottage, ballroom, reception garden rooms, hideaway suite, and more.

Services Offered

La Venta Inn provides a variety of invaluable services to ensure your wedding runs smoothly. The experienced event staff are on hand to assist with any needs, while custom menus can be curated by the in-house catering company, Made by Meg. This talented culinary team offers a wide range of dining options to satisfy all palates. Services include:

  • Setup and cleanup
  • Food tastings
  • Tables and chair rental
  • Hardwood dance floor
  • Patio heaters
  • Sound system with wireless microphones

History

The La Venta Inn is a venue steeped in rich history. The villa was the first structure to be completed on the peninsula, and it originally served as an inn, attracting notable visitors like Alfred Hitchcock, Charles Lindbergh, and Greta Garbo. Now a recognized California Point of Historical Interest, you and your partner can become part of its illustrious story.

Venue Usage

La Venta is available for both wedding ceremonies and receptions. If you are looking for a standalone outdoor ceremony venue, we also have packages available that include use of our grounds for photos and our iconic ocean view ceremony lawn and stone altar for a two-hour timeframe.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$30.50

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Specialty Beer

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

3

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

Whole space is rented as one

Describe your venue:

Garden
Historic Building
Mansion
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Pet Friendly

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
December

Reviews of La Venta Inn

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La Venta Inn is described as a stunning and romantic wedding venue with ocean views and Spanish-style architecture that added to the charm. The food from Made by Meg was not only beautiful but also delicious, leaving guests raving about it. Reviewers praised the professional yet warm service provided by the staff, particularly highlighting individuals like Savanna, Leslie, and the event planner, Kat from Made by Meg, for making the day seamless and unforgettable. The venue's beauty and flawless execution of the event received high praise, making it a dream location for weddings.

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La Venta Inn is described as a stunning and romantic wedding venue with ocean views and Spanish-style architecture that added to the charm. The food from Made by Meg was not only beautiful but also delicious, leaving guests raving about it. Reviewers praised the professional yet warm service provided by the staff, particularly highlighting individuals like Savanna, Leslie, and the event planner, Kat from Made by Meg, for making the day seamless and unforgettable. The venue's beauty and flawless execution of the event received high praise, making it a dream location for weddings.

Eve
Eve Sent on 03/19/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Wedding!

We had our wedding at La Venta Inn last summer & it was absolutely perfect. Aside from the incredibly gorgeous views, gardens, and vintage architecture, the team at La Venta made the whole process smooth & fun. They hooked us up with an amazing wedding planner, handled all things related to the catering, and had a great staff working on the day. It was our dream wedding & our guests were so impressed.
T
Talia Sent on 12/15/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing venue!

La Venta Inn is a truly special place. The historic charm, ocean views, and Spanish-style architecture made it feel romantic without trying too hard. As the day went on and the sun started to set, the venue somehow just kept getting better. So many of our guests commented on how beautiful it was and how smoothly everything flowed from one part of the night to the next.

Made by Meg was incredible. The food was beautiful, yes, but more importantly it was actually delicious. We’re still hearing from guests about how good the meal was, which isn’t something you always hear after a wedding. The service felt professional but warm, and everything ran seamlessly without us ever having to think about what was happening behind the scenes.
Lesya
Lesya Sent on 06/16/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect!!!

Kat from MadeByMeg was phenomenal—hands-down my favorite vendor. She made wedding planning effortless and fun, navigating the chaos of venue and catering options with ease. Kat was incredibly responsive and always went above and beyond. Working with La Venta’s staff, especially Cameron and Savannah, was seamless. The venue is stunning, intimate, and perfect. On the wedding day, everything ran smoothly—I was amazed. Guests were so impressed they started taking photos in the parking lot!
Mahsa
Mahsa Sent on 02/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A Dream Wedding at La Venta Inn – Absolutely Perfect!

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I want to write a complain text message to a hairstylist that i found online and she suppossed to do my mom's updo for my wedding and she made a mess on her updo and her updo was so bad that after she got to our hotel she had to wash her hair completely and we redid her hair. i HAVE Proof of it since we got couple of pictures before and after. I got so stressed out and she was quit pised off and we absolutly disliked the servise and it gave us hard time at my wedding day! I called my bank and disputed the ransaction. just want to let them know and i would def write a bad rwview for them. write this text message for her
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Hi [Hairstylist's Name],

I wanted to reach out regarding the service you provided for my mom’s updo on my wedding day. Unfortunately, we were extremely disappointed. Her hairstyle was so poorly done that she had to wash her hair completely and redo it after arriving at our hotel. I have photos before and after as proof of how unacceptable the service was.

This caused a lot of unnecessary stress on such an important day, and we were truly dissatisfied with the experience. Given the circumstances,







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Hey [Hairstylist's Name],

I just wanted to let you know how unbelievably disappointed we were with the updo you did for my mom on my wedding day. It was a complete mess—so bad that she had to wash her hair the moment she got back to the hotel and we had to redo everything from scratch. I have photos before and after to prove how awful it was.

This added so much stress to an already hectic day, and honestly, we were beyond frustrated. I disputed the charge with my bank because there’s no way we’re paying for that kind of service. Just a heads-up—I’ll also be leaving a review so others don’t have to go through the same nightmare.

Absolutely unacceptable.







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AND SAY that they were 15 min late!
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Hey [Hairstylist's Name],

I just wanted to let you know how unbelievably disappointed we were with the updo you did for my mom on my wedding day. First off, you showed up 15 minutes late, which was already unprofessional and added unnecessary stress to an already busy morning. And then, the updo itself was a complete disaster—so bad that my mom had to wash her hair the moment she got back to the hotel and we had to redo everything from scratch. I have before-and-after photos to prove how awful it was.

This whole thing caused a huge headache on what was supposed to be a special day, and we were beyond frustrated. I disputed the charge with my bank because there’s no way we’re paying for this mess. Just so you know, I’ll also be leaving a review so others don’t have to deal with the same unprofessionalism and poor service.

Absolutely unacceptable.







You said:
change this for our florist: Hi Lindsey!

Just wanted to say a huge thank you for being such an amazing photographer! I was so stressed, but the moment you arrived, you made me feel so calm and relaxed. I seriously loved meeting you!

You were hands down our best wedding vendor, and we can’t wait to see the beautiful moments you captured. Also, please thank your sweet assistant for us!

You rock!

Best,
Mahsa and Gabe
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Hi [Florist's Name]!

I just wanted to send a huge thank you for the absolutely stunning florals! Everything turned out beyond beautiful, and we were so in love with the arrangements. You truly brought our vision to life, and we couldn’t be happier.

You were hands down one of our best wedding vendors, and we’re so grateful for your talent and hard work. Please also pass along our thanks to your team for helping make our day so special!

You rock!

Best,
Mahsa & Gabe







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informal
ChatGPT said:
Hey [Florist's Name]!

Just wanted to send a HUGE thank you for the gorgeous flowers! Everything looked absolutely stunning, and we were obsessed with how it all came together. You totally nailed it!

Seriously, you were one of our favorite vendors, and we’re so grateful for all your hard work. Please send our thanks to your team too—they did an amazing job!

You’re the best!

Mahsa & Gabe







You said:

write it better; Hi all,

Here the reviwers comments and the review version. I can help next week but am very busy this week.

Best,
Mahsa
ChatGPT said:
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Subject: Reviewer Comments and Revised Version

Hi all,

Attached are the reviewers' comments along with the revised version. I’m quite busy this week, but I’ll be available to help next week if needed.

Best,
Mahsa







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answer and say friday at 9 am or at 11 am works: Hello Mahsa,

Thank you for reaching out regarding the editing process for your film. I appreciate you bringing up the speech sections that need to be removed, and I agree it would be valuable to discuss these specifics before we begin the editing work.

I am available to connect either via phone call or Google Meet, whichever you prefer. We can schedule this at your earliest convenience to ensure we capture all your requirements accurately. Please let me know which time slots work best for you, and I will confirm our meeting promptly.

For quick reference, you can reach me directly at (347) 399 3944 for a call, or I can send a Google Meet link once we confirm a time.

I look forward to discussing your vision for the final edit and ensuring we deliver a product that exceeds your expectations.

Best regards,

Mo
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Subject: Re: Editing Process for My Film

Hi Mo,

Thanks for getting back to me! I appreciate your time. Friday at either 9 AM or 11 AM works for me—let me know which one you prefer, and we can finalize it.

Looking forward to our discussion!

Best,
Mahsa







You said:
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ChatGPT said:
Subject: Re: Editing Process for My Film

Hi Mo,

Thanks for your response! I appreciate your time and attention to this. I’m available on Friday at either 9 AM or 11 AM—let me know which time works best for you, and we can finalize the details.

Looking forward to our conversation!

Best,
Mahsa







You said:
we loved everything about La venta Inn venue for our wedding from food to service to location and everything now write a revivew for them
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Here’s a glowing review for La Venta Inn:

We couldn’t have chosen a better venue for our wedding than La Venta Inn! Everything about this place was absolutely perfect—from the breathtaking location to the exceptional service and incredible food.

From the very beginning, the team at La Venta Inn was professional, attentive, and made sure every detail was taken care of. The staff went above and beyond to make our day seamless, and we truly felt taken care of. Our guests couldn’t stop raving about the food—it was delicious and beautifully presented!

The venue itself is stunning, with its gorgeous ocean views and elegant, intimate atmosphere. It created the most magical backdrop for our wedding, and we couldn’t have asked for a more picturesque setting.

We are beyond grateful for the amazing experience La Venta Inn provided. If you’re looking for a wedding venue that delivers on every level, this is it! Highly recommend!
C
Carmen Sent on 12/17/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Wedding Location!

La Venta will forever be part of our lives. We got
Married here in 2006, when the gazebo was still up. It was definitely my dream wedding and they did not disappoint. The staff was very professional and accommodating. The food was excellent - we had sea-bass and it melted in your mouth, that’s how good it was! Our guests talked about our wedding in yesterday to come and the view… wow! It was a very surreal experience and it was worth every penny!
Justin
Justin Sent on 11/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

excellent venue for a fall wedding

La Venta was a wonderful venue for our October wedding. They handled so many of the complicated parts of our event, the price was very reasonable, the food was delicious, and of course the venue itself was stunning. La Venta even helped us find our amazing planner, Helen Vonghack (@eighteenplacecards), and our whole event went off without a hitch.

Photos attached by our amazing wedding photographer, @zoomtheory
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 11/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Dreamy September wedding

We got married at La Venta Inn in September 2024 and it was truly everything we could have asked for. The centerpiece here, and a large part of why we chose this venue, is the spectacular view overlooking the ocean which made for such beautiful pictures. Besides the natural beauty of the area, the building itself is a historic villa which felt cozy and intimate and yet comfortably accommodated our guest count of 100. Savannah was our contact person and was very responsive to emails, including some last minute seating changes we had in the weeks leading up to the wedding

La Venta works exclusively with Made by Meg for catering - Kat was our contact person and was fantastic to work with. Note that they do not allow outside food vendors, but they were able to accommodate some of our special requests such as requests to source a specific brand of ice cream so that we could make our wedding unique to us. We got so many compliments from our guests on how delicious the food was.

The other exclusive vendor that they are contracted with is Vox DJs. This is the only vendor that we had a less than stellar experience with. They performed their duties fine on the day of the wedding, with the exception of forgetting to set up the dance lights we had paid for, but the communication and planning leading up the wedding did not go as smoothly as I hoped, and I wish that we had the flexibility to go with a DJ company of our own choosing. However I understand the restrictions given that La Venta is a historic site.

Overall, our wedding at La Venta was memorable, beautiful, and we would recommend them to anyone looking for a gorgeous venue with spectacular ceremony views. With a venue like this, you really only need a good florist (we used Flowernoon Shop) and a talented photographer (June Choi Photography) to bring out the natural beauty of the venue - you really don't need a lot of other rentals, draping, etc. We are so happy we had our wedding here!
Rebecca
Rebecca Sent on 12/03/2019
5 out of 5 rating

such a beautiful location

we came to tour La Venta as a possible venue. We were so in love, however, our guest count couldn't make it at this spot, or we would have chosen it so fast! looking back, I wish we cut our guest list in order to use this venue. The location is so beautiful and private. A dream!
B
Brittani Sent on 12/06/2018
5 out of 5 rating

AMAZING VENUE, with an even more amazing price!

We recently had our wedding reception at La Venta Inn, and it was absolutely a dream come true. The La Venta wedding codrinator went above and beyond to make sure that everything ran smoothly, and we can honestly say that the wedding turned out even better than expected. Our guests keep telling us that the food at La Venta was the best wedding food that they ever had, and that the views were some of the most beautiful that they have ever seen. We highly recommend La Venta for weddings/events, the entire package for what the cost was is truly an amazing deal (about $20k less than a hotel wedding, plus at La Venta you have the entire place to yourselves). It really makes the whole wedding process easier given that La Venta provides all the tables, linens, cutlery, and food and cake, and even assigns you a wedding coordinator so it is not necessary to hire an outside wedding planner. They also give a lot of flexibility in the decorations you can bring in, but honestly you barely need any given how stunning the ocean and LA skyline views are. As an added bonus, we had our ceremony at the Neighborhood Church, which is only 5 mins away, and is also one of the most stunning seaside churches I have ever seen.
L
Lauren Sent on 01/31/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We could not have asked for a more magical venue. Our wedding celebration will go down in history as a Fairytale ending. The La Venta Inn was not only beautiful but the entire staff were incredible to work with; especially since we live out of state. They coordinated with our parents and together created one of the best days of our lives. We highly recommend the La Venta Inn for any event - especially your wedding.
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Professional Network & Endorsements

8 Endorsements
Hey Mister DJ Hey Mister DJ Wedding DJs

We love working at La Venta. The staff are always on point and insure the event goes smoothly from beginning to the very end. Guests love the view and ability to roam around the property which you can't get in a normal venue. Highly recommended!

Jason Michaels Special Event Entertainment Jason Michaels Special Event Entertainment Wedding DJs

As a wedding professional (having had my wedding at La Venta) I was happy most especially with the staff’s (Tim Kennedy, Kathy, Lori, and even Chef Rick Campos) ability to team their knowledge allowing expeditious response to our ever-growing list of questions in the weeks & days prior to our date. I’d like to mention Tim’s endurance with several meetings offsite including our private tasting in El Segundo & challenging décor issues with Classic Rentals. Chef Campos kept his promise to oversee our event despite a re-assignment within the company. More-over, our Wedding Consultant Stephanie Lairson expressed a similar experience with the staff, their promptness, and attention to detail. When asked what aspect of the experience we appreciated the most, my wife & I concluded that La Venta was a ‘total experience’ since there was several aspects of our special day that were exclusive to the property, the catering, and the service. The result, of course, was a well managed, elegant, & intimate celebration that all our guests continue to talk about six years later. As we see it, the only drawback was having to end our party prematurely at 11pm (which I understand is a policy enforced due to noise issues within the residential community. We are very satisfied with the special memory we have…thank you! If my entertainment business can be of any assistance to you and your staff in providing professional & polished special event entertainers please do not hesitate in contacting my office…I owe you Louise!!

DJs At Your Service DJs At Your Service Wedding DJs

Run by New York Food Company, La Venta Inn is the most fantastic location in the Los Angeles, South Bay area. By far the best food, service and setting. I love working a La Venta Inn. They are very professional.

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La Venta Inn frequently asked questions

La Venta Inn includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
La Venta Inn includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at La Venta Inn includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Specialty Beer
The space offered by La Venta Inn for wedding events is known for:
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Mansion
  • Waterfront
La Venta Inn offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
La Venta Inn offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
La Venta Inn offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Pet Friendly
La Venta Inn offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
La Venta Inn is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.8 in average response time, 4.8 in professionalism, 4.7 in flexibility and 4.7 in value.

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