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Chaminade Resort & Spa is a hotel wedding venue in Santa Cruz, California. The venue offers spectacular views of the iconic Monterey Bay and the Santa Cruz Mountains, making it a scenic locale for weddings. Situated just an hour from San Francisco International Airport and 30 minutes from the San Jose International Airport, the venue is convenient for guests traveling out of town.

Facilities and Capacity

This venue was completely transformed in the spring of 2020 and rests on a hilltop above Santa Cruz. It has two breathtaking ceremony locations, both overlooking the spectacular Monterey Bay. The Sunset Patio is perched on the hill's edge with views of lush green woodland and the ocean beyond. This space can accommodate ceremonies of up to 180 guests. The Spanish-inspired Courtyard Terrace boasts colorful flowers and an elegant stone fountain, with enough space for weddings of 200 attendees. Wedding festivities can be carried on in one of two reception areas. The Santa Cruz Ballroom can seat 200 guests and features beautiful views of Monterey Bay from its large windows and attached balcony. Our newest ballroom is our Seascape Ballroom which offers an incredible indoor/outdoor flow throughout the evening. This ballroom has an adjacent patio with an open-air fire pit where newlyweds and their guests can lounge between dances. This Ballroom can accomodate up to 180 guests.

Services Offered

The resort has all-inclusive packages available to take the stress out of wedding planning. The events team is happy to customize plans to fit each couple's reasonable budget and dreams. Each rental of the venue includes the services of a professional event planner who can offer expertise in coordinating the rehearsal and ceremony. They also cover catering, with either a plated or buffet meal, and offer bar services of your choice. The resort's luxurious spa caters to weddings with packages for couples, the wedding party, and guests.

Accommodation

Chaminade Resort & Spa has 156 guest rooms, including 44 suites. Guests who visit the area for the wedding can take advantage of the lavish rooms. Couples who wed here will receive a complimentary stay in one of the rooms for the wedding night. Those staying at the hotel can choose between a King, two Queen, or Family guest rooms.

Pricing information

Starting at $25,000
Couples usually spend $50,000
Reception
$5,000 starting price
Ceremony
$3,000 starting price
Bar service
$40 per person
These prices are available for the months of May through October.

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FAQ

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

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

5,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

3,000

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

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

3,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

3,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$40

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

Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Wine
Specialty Beer

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Historic Building
Hotel
Resort
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

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

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
December

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Reviews of Chaminade Resort & Spa

Weddingwire
4.7/5 37 reviews
Google
4.1/5 1699 reviews
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Michelle Sent on 04/26/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Lizzie & the chaminade made our wedding day perfect!

We got married at the Chaminade on 4/22 and we had the most amazing wedding thanks to Lizzie and the whole Chaminade team! As the bride I felt zero stress on the day of and was able to fully enjoy the day! The venue was gorgeous and the event flowed beautifully ! Our guests enjoyed the food, views & accommodations! I can’t recommend the chaminade & our planner Lizzie high enough!
Josue
Josue Sent on 09/17/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Friendly staff and stunning views

Lizzie and the entire Chaminade staff made our day so pleasant! We were the videographers here at this venue for a wedding this summer and loved it! We can't wait to go back! The grounds are well kept and the staff was all so friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend!
Alicia
Alicia Sent on 07/06/2010
5 out of 5 rating
We are so thrilled that we decided to have our wedding at the Chaminade. We live in Tampa, Florida and found the staff to be very accommodating and efficient in planning a wedding from so far away. You are assigned a wedding coordinator who takes care of everything on their end and walks you through every step of the process. We were lucky enough to have two people helping us out. Another great thing about the Chaminade is that after you choose the package for food and for beverages, they give you a price per person. That price includes EVERYTHING - food, beverages, cake (& cutting), tax, gratuity, etc. There are no hidden fees or charges later. That made budgeting for the wedding/reception so much easier for us. The food was INCREDIBLE. The service from every staff member, from the coordinators to the wait staff, was exemplary. We were treated like royalty the whole time that we stayed there. Finally, I would be remiss if I didn't mention Shannon and Angela specifically (the coordinators). My florist did not show up to my wedding. Needless to say I was devastated, and as I didn't know this until 5 minutes before the wedding (my husband was trying to keep me in the dark, hoping he would show up in time), I was a wreck as I was about to walk down the aisle. Shannon and Angela were absolutely incredible. They found flowers around the resort for my husband to wear and to put around the "altar" area. They got a hold of the florist and had him send up a bouquet from a friend of his. Obviously, it wasn't anything like I had planned over the nine months before the wedding, but they did a wonderful job of improvising at the last minute. And they calmed me down so that I could walk down the aisle and enjoy marrying my husband without focusing on the absence of flowers. The wedding was perfect. The day was perfect. And I would, without reservation, recommend the Chaminade for your wedding.
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Shannon & Brett
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Beth & Charlie
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Heather & Ryan
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Professional Network & Endorsements

David Royal Photography David Royal Photography Wedding Photographers

Chaminade Resort and Spa has great views and great service! A great place to photograph a wedding!

All Occasions Entertainment All Occasions Entertainment Wedding DJs

As a wedding professional since 1996, I have to say that one constant in our wedding venue rich town has been that Chaminade Resort is one of the top tier, and very few "all in one" locations in the area. I can refer clients with absolute certainty that Angela & Rebecca as well as the entire staff will perform flawlessly.

Tony Fitzgerald Photography Tony Fitzgerald Photography Wedding Photographers

We have photographed several weddings at Chaminade and it is always such a pleasure. The site is gorgeous with an incredible view, and the staff are so organized and attentive that the weddings are always perfect. Love this site.

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