Descanso Gardens is an enchanting wedding venue in Los Angeles, California. Nestled among towering oaks and blooming flowers, this property provides a botanical escape from downtown LA. Here, you can choose to host your big day surrounded by natural beauty or inside the historic Boddy House.

Facilities and Capacity

Descanso Gardens offers various ceremony and reception areas throughout their stunning property. During spring and summer, the Rose Garden is the perfect romantic backdrop for weddings. Imagine a lush ceremony surrounded by your loved ones and blossoming flowers. Then, host a magical reception under a light wood pavilion. For indoor celebrations, the Boddy House offers a Hollywood Regency-style venue. This 12,000-square-foot mansion was designed by prominent Los Angeles architect James E. Dolena and features panoramic views of the San Gabriel Mountains. The house offers various rooms to host your big day and an outdoor terrace looking over the property. This venue can accommodate different size weddings with a total capacity of up to 170 guests.

Services Offered

When you choose to host your wedding at Descanso Gardens, you can rest assured that your big day will be memorable. The Special Events Office will meet with you to understand your vision and help bring it to life. At this venue, you and your guests will delight in fresh, on-site catering through Flora Events. Lead Chef Jose Rodriguez's custom menus brilliantly complement the venue's natural beauty. Beyond mouth-watering dishes, Flora Events will immerse you in elegance with thoughtfully arranged seating arrangements and high-quality linens. Professional servers will attend to your guests to create an impeccable experience. Blending beautiful backdrops with unparalleled service, Descanso Gardens will help you craft the wedding of your dreams.