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The historic Club del Monte has three amazing spots to spread out and enjoy your special day:

  • Both Peacock Lawn and the waterfront Crocker’s Cove host outdoor ceremonies and receptions.
  • Or bring the party indoors to the huge 10,000sf ballroom, where 250 guests can dine at a reasonable distance—and dance on the 900sf dance floor, too!

***EXCITING NEW PRICELESS BEACH WEDDING CEREMONY AND RECEPTION LOCATION ADDED TO CLUB DEL MONTE'S VENUES***

Club Del Monte is now offering a new beach ceremony and reception site located at "Crocker's Cove" at the Naval Postgraduate's private bluff overlooking Monterey Bay. One of a kind location on Monterey Bay!

Club Del Monte a delightful wedding venue located in Monterey, California. Couples and their guests will be able to enjoy 25 acres of beautiful land that boasts oak, cypress, and pine trees. The original Hotel Del Monte, built in 1880, was destroyed by fire on two occasions. The rebuilt establishment now features a Spanish-Moorish aesthetic, an ode to its 1926 restoration. In 1951 it was rebranded from a hotel into a Naval postgraduate school. When couples and their guests set foot on this property, they are able to immerse themselves in traditions that span back through many decades. Notable guests of the club include presidents, military personnel, and noble members of society. The staff at this hotel are dedicated to making events special and unique for all. Hugh Butler, their executive chef, carefully curates each meal to make sure that it meets even the highest standards.

Facilities and Capacity

Club Del Monte has a selection of event spaces that may be used for a variety of celebrations. Couples are able to choose to make use of intimate patios or the grand Barbara McNitt Ballroom and now a private bluff overlooking Monterey Bay.

Crocker's Cove is a new addition to the Club's one of a kind event venues located directly above the beach overlooking Monterey Bay. Host a ceremony with your toes in the sand and ceremony under the stars. This exclusive private bluff is a location like no other in the world.

The Barbara McNitt Ballroom has a capacity of 1,000 for a standing occasion and 600 for a seated one. The ceiling boasts ornate sculptures as well as wrought-iron chandeliers. There is a fountain that creates a feature wall in the space, framed beautifully by floor-to-ceiling windows.

Booked in conjunction with the Barbara McNitt Ballroom, The Peacock Lawn has a spectacular view of Club Del Monte's European-style rose gardens that a couple's guests can admire as nuptials take place.

The El Prado Dining Room offers couples a historic event space. Here, 150 guests will be able to dance the night away on the cherrywood dance floor.

The La Novia Room allows couples to celebrate with 90 of their loved ones. Alternatively, the Roman Plunge Reflecting Pool provides a sunny spot for a ceremony, accommodating up to 100 individuals.

Services Offered

Club Del Monte offers their clients premier services that include exclusive catering benefits. Their menus are tailored to suit a variety of budgets and tastes. Event planning, setup, and cleanup services are all available as well.

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Frequently asked questions

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?

$800

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

$800

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?

$1,000

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

$1,000

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

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
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?

$15

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

Bartender(s)

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Beach
Government Building
Historic Building

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?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up

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
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April

Reviews of Club Del Monte

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Andrea Sent on 04/15/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The best venue!!!

We absolutely loved Club del Monte as our reception venue! We were in absolute awe during our tour. It’s such a beautiful venue. Our main contact was Melanie and she was truly a pleasure to work with. She was easy to communicate with and was always available for a chat. She worked with us to ensure our day was the best and it definitely was. Even with our million questions, she went above and beyond to talk to us about each one. We could not have asked for a better place to have our wedding reception. Thank you Melanie and team at Club del Monte!
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Jennifer Sent on 07/03/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Jenny Hutchison

The staff was friendly and attentive throughout the event. The food was great and the venue size fit perfectly for our needs.
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Sasan Sent on 01/16/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Everything was great. For future reference, just make sure the venue has your reception beverages in tact. Our guests weren't supposed to be charged for beverages but a few of our guests were. The food was absolutely delicious & the cocktail hour, from what I hear, was very impressive. The Ball Room was incredible & very nice.
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Gretchen Sent on 06/13/2011
5 out of 5 rating
Excellent Service and very helpful. Melanie was great. Beautiful Reception Venue!
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Cecilia Sent on 11/20/2008
5 out of 5 rating
We had our reception in the Barbara McNitt Ballroom and it was an amazing, historic venue. I could not have imagined our wedding anywhere else. The location or gorgeous - elegant and old fashioned. We visited other venues that felt cramped with no windows that made you feel like you were in a cave. The ballroom has tall windows overlooking a courtyard. It was reasonably priced back in 2004 compared to many other venues in the area.
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Tranada Sent on 01/09/2013
4.8 out of 5 rating
Melanie and the entire Naval Post Graduate team did an amazing job! The location is breath taking and you never have to leave the venue. The hotel on grounds was even better than I had imagined. The food was delicious and exactly what we had taste tested. The "Grand Ballroom" was exquisite and was easily able to fit my 200+ guests. The Naval Post Graduate truly made my wedding day the fairy tale I had always dreamed of all my life.
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Sarah Sent on 01/06/2011
4.8 out of 5 rating
Loved Melanie! She was easy to work with and provided a stress free environment.
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Kristin Sent on 07/18/2011
4.7 out of 5 rating
I had the most beautiful wedding at NPS! The pictures speak for themselves. I found Melanie and the staff to be very professional and easy to work with. The only negative I can say is related to being on a military base. A large mobile trailer was placed on the grounds as a temporary office during renovations. This came in a few months prior to the wedding and was near and or on ceremony site. Melanie and the team worked with me to make a price adjustment on the rental of ceremony site and to find other options. This wasn't something Melanie could help and did her best to make right. If it weren't for this hiccup it would have been a perfect venue. If given the choice I would absolutely have the wedding there again!

Kristin & Eric Marsh
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Abby Sent on 07/18/2014
4.6 out of 5 rating
We had a wonderful wedding reception at Club Del Monte in the El Prado Room. It's such a classy place at a great price for the area. The staff did an amazing job and every detail in the room was perfect. Melanie and Christina were both pleasant to work with especially in person.

It took us around a month to get an appointment to see the place and it had to be during the week, but once we were booked they were much more responsive. Some details were a little hard to understand like how they priced/served their alcohol and the setup. I had to ask a number of times to understand it and when we were done it was still different than my understanding, but overall close enough.

They could be a little more willing to volunteer information in that regard, but there are a lot of details when it comes to this kind of event so I can understand it being a little difficult. Another example being there was no air conditioning and when you add 100 people it gets very warm in there even with them having a fan.

In spite of some of the small confusion we had during planning, we had complete confidence in them leading into the day.

We looked at nearly 30 venues before booking here and we actually didn't give the taste of the food consideration when booking, but later when we had a tasting the food was really good! We got a lot of compliments from people on the food especially the raviolis. I was pleased to see they had a little flexibility in their menus as well for people with dietary needs.

Being on a military property, you'll have more security for you and your guests to deal with than most venues and it is an inconvenience. You can't just show up to see the place without an appointment and guests need to provide at a minimum their legal names in advance to have access.

If you feel that you and your guests can agree to their security rules, I would very much recommend Club Del Monte as a reception site. We had a wonderful time and it was very beautiful there.
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Ashley Sent on 03/29/2017
4.2 out of 5 rating
The staff here is wonderful. It is an extremely busy facility and you may have to wait for a response but your end product will be fantastic.
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Awards

13

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Your Maitre d' Limousine Your Maitre d' Limousine Wedding Limos

We love military weddings and know this local very well. To our troops, we salute you.

Every Last Detail Wedding & Event Coordination Every Last Detail Wedding & Event Coordination Wedding Planners

We absolutely LOVE doing events at Club Del Monte at the Naval Postgraduate School. There is no finer ballroom on the peninsula with so much history and I just love sharing the history of the venue whenever introducing my couples to the site. Melanie and the rest of the staff at NPS are an absolute pleasure to work with and really understand the TEAM concept of creating an dream event for civilians and dignitaries alike. The food is beyond what most would expect from a military installment with Cordon Bleu trained Chef Hugh Butler at the helm. Overall, one of out favorite places to be on a Saturday night! Patty Speirs, Owner, Every Last Detail Wedding & Event Coordination www.eldweddings.com

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Club Del Monte frequently asked questions

Club Del Monte includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Club Del Monte includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Club Del Monte includes:
  • Bartender(s)
The space offered by Club Del Monte for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Beach
  • Government Building
  • Historic Building
Club Del Monte offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Club Del Monte offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Club Del Monte offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
Club Del Monte offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
Club Del Monte is recommended by 88% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.4 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.7 in value, 4.5 in professionalism, 4.4 in quality of service, 4.3 in average response time and 4.1 in flexibility.

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