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Hilton Los Angeles / Universal City is a premier hotel and wedding venue located in Universal City, California. Ideally situated just north of downtown Los Angeles, the hotel is a stone's throw away from the main city action whilst still providing a calm and relaxing environment for couples and guests to enjoy celebrations in a private and tranquil setting.

Facilities and Capacity

The hotel offers an array of indoor and outdoor event spaces, all providing their own unique atmosphere and style. For the most luxurious and glamorous of wedding celebrations, the Grand Sierra Ballroom is ideal for ceremonies and receptions for all friends and family. Featuring stunning crystal starburst chandeliers that illuminate the 24-foot high ceilings, the ballroom baths in a rich and warm ambiance. The ballroom can be configured in a variety of ways to best suit each couple's special event and can accommodate 1,400 dinner guests or up to 2,000 for reception-style celebrations. For couples seeking to make the most of the Californian sunshine, the hotel also provides a number of outdoor wedding spaces in an idyllic natural setting. The breathtaking gazebo and enchanted courtyard area are amazing open-air event spaces surrounded by glorious flowerbeds, tropical trees, and lush green grass. Under large swaying palm trees, couples can feel the air flowing through their hair as they commit the rest of their lives together in the most picture-perfect of atmospheres. For more information regarding private event services, couples can contact the hotel's friendly staff directly through their official website or email. Additional facilities provided include an outdoor swimming pool, fitness and exercise suite, on-site valet parking, meeting rooms, accommodations, and more.

Accommodations

All of the hotel's beautiful guest rooms and suites have been renovated and designed with comfort and convenience in mind, offering living spaces to unwind and get a good night's sleep. The guest rooms provide all modern-day amenities and truly stunning views of Universal Studios Hollywood, CityWalk LA, and the Hollywood Hills. Ideal for newlyweds, the hotel's executive rooms are richly appointed with top-of-the-range furniture, a full marble bathroom, and all the views included in the guest rooms.

Services Offered

Hilton Los Angeles / Universal City provides every couple with a host of event services and rental items to make their planning process run as smoothly and stress-free as possible. In collaboration with the hotel's experienced event planners, couples can ensure that every aspect of their event is covered with no small detail overlooked. Additional event services and rental items include but are not limited to:

  • Bar and catering services
  • Dressing rooms
  • Lighting and audio equipment
  • Pet-friendly
  • Tables and chairs
  • Dance floor
  • Wheelchair accessibility

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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?

$15,000

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

$12,000

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?

$3,500

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

$2,500

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

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

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$21

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

Bartender(s)
Limited Bar
Premium Liquor

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

150

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Hotel

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
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly

What catering services do you offer?

Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
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
Outside Alcohol
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Drapery
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
September
October

Reviews of Hilton Los Angeles / Universal City

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Hilton Universal is praised as a stunning, versatile wedding venue with beautiful gardens and elegant ballrooms. Reviewers highlighted an exceptionally responsive, organized coordination team that made planning smooth, flexible, and stress-free. Staff accommodated large guest counts and customized details, resulting in flawless events. Many highly recommend the venue.

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Hilton Universal is praised as a stunning, versatile wedding venue with beautiful gardens and elegant ballrooms. Reviewers highlighted an exceptionally responsive, organized coordination team that made planning smooth, flexible, and stress-free. Staff accommodated large guest counts and customized details, resulting in flawless events. Many highly recommend the venue.

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Josh Sent on 04/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding April 2024

My fiancé and I were very pleased with our total experience working with Claudia the senior catering/events manager at the Hotel and her team for our wedding day. This included everything from picking a date to securing preferred vendors to Reserving our wedding suites and other accommodations. She was very responsive to email and phone calls, and all of our questions were answered along the way in a very timely manner. There was always a clear plan of action Communicated and She was very willing and able to work with us to make our big day so very special. Now on the other side of the event, we are so glad that we decided to host our wedding at the Hilton Universal Hotel and would keep it in mind for future events of a similar scale As well as recommend it to our friends and family members. We had around 250 or so guests. Additionally, we should add that our wedding planner found a day to be seamless, partly due to all of the attention and forethought Claudia and her team had paid to our event in the months leading up.

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Edgar Sent on 05/18/2026
5 out of 5 rating

May 16 Wedding At Hilton

The hotel team was absolutely incredible. Maayan and Anthony were extremely helpful, accommodating and caring. The whole process was smooth and easy, so it didn’t even feel like a big production wedding. Thank you Hilton Universal Team for the epic night!
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Jessica Sent on 05/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Anthony Sitthisom is the man!!

Hilton Universal was genuinely a dream to work with, especially because of Anthony Sitthisom!!! He portrayed perfect customer service in every aspect. He was very attentive, flexible, and genuinely caring. Planning a wedding is beyond stressful but Anthony was so accommodating and helpful; he went above and beyond to ensure our most important day went smoothly. Any problems we had, he had a list of solutions and ready to help at a moment’s notice. We are so thankful. Thank you again Hilton Universal and Anthony Sitthisom!!
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Daniel Sent on 02/21/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding review

From beginning to end, Anthony was great to work with. Planning a wedding can be very stressful but Anthony was amazing every step of the way and helped us have our dream wedding. Definitely recommend Hilton and the team.
Ricki
Ricki Sent on 02/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

One of the best hotels I have ever worked at

As a traveling wedding planner, I have worked at venues, resorts, and hotels all over the country. I can say without a doubt that Hilton Universal City is one of the best hotels I have ever worked at. Their staff is unmatched and so organized. Anthony, the venue coordinator, is exceptional at his job. Truly one the best in the game. Any couple would be lucky to have him on their vendor team. I hope I get the chance to work with the Hilton Universal staff again in the future!
Payam
Payam Sent on 01/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Edna and Payam wedding on 2/25/24

Me and my wife had an excellent experience and we really enjoyed working with Claudia. Claudia was very professional, friendly, flexible and accessible. She really helped us to have a beautiful wedding at Hilton hotel. We highly recommend Hilton hotel at universal studios and Claudia to our friends and family and everyone. Again, we were extremely happy with Claudia’s service and her professionalism. We are very thankful for having our wedding there and working with Claudia. Thank you sooo much 😊😊😊
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Daniel Sent on 07/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Fabulous wedding venue!

Claudia and her team were professional, responsive, and willing to work with us to customize the event to our needs. We would highly recommend the Universal Hilton hotel for your special day. Beautiful sunset views in the summer for your ceremony! Excellent value as well for the number of guests that we had. Claudia is a rockstar! Highly highly recommend this venue, you will not be disappointed :)
Josh
Josh Sent on 08/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Most Stress Free and Beautiiful Wedding Venue

If you’re dreaming of a wedding that’s nothing short of magical, Universal Hilton is the venue you’ve been searching for! From the moment we set foot in this stunning location, we knew it was the perfect place to celebrate our special day.

The venue itself is breathtaking. The elegant decor created an atmosphere of pure romance. Whether it was the beautiful gardens for our outdoor ceremony or the chic ballroom for our reception, Universal Hilton exceeded our expectations in every way.

But what truly set Universal Hilton apart was their exceptional coordination team. Working with them was an absolute pleasure, and I have to give a special shoutout to Claudia Garcia, the lead coordinator. Claudia was an absolute gem throughout the entire planning process. Her attention to detail, organization, and genuine passion for making our day perfect were evident from start to finish.

Claudia’s expertise was invaluable. She guided us through every step, from designing the layout to managing the timeline, ensuring that everything flowed seamlessly. Her calm and reassuring presence on the big day was a true comfort, and she managed to handle every last-minute hiccup with grace and efficiency.

Thanks to Claudia and the rest of the coordination team at Universal Hilton, our wedding was flawless and exceeded all our dreams. We cannot recommend this venue highly enough. If you’re looking for a venue that offers not only a stunning location but also a team that will make your wedding day unforgettable, Universal Hilton is the place to be.
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Romina Sent on 02/20/2024
5 out of 5 rating

THE Best venue

HILTON UNIVERSAL is such a beautiful venue, perfect for our wedding. The staff were easy to work with, always available, and happy to walk us through any detail, no matter how small. They were able to accommodate so many of our needs .and Claudia is the great manager ,nice and always avalaible to help us ..I highly recommend this place for who ever wants to have nice place for wedding and peace of mind .


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Gail Sent on 10/21/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We recently had our wedding here. We needed a hotel that has a chinese family style banquet. I wasn't able to taste any of the food beforehand just because we thought the wedding food tasting was a little but pricey. I would still recommend trying the food so you have an idea of what you will be getting. Guests loved the food.. even the cocktail hour snacks.. we had some stuffed mushrooms and skewers.. Elbe was the one helping us with the wedding and was very accomodating. I only had 140 guests and 1 ballroom was perfect. The ceremony area is nice too.. unless you want a long aisle to walk at.. then this area I had was a little short.. but enough seats for my guest... The only complain I had was during my ceremony.. we were saying vows.. when a loud buzzer was heard.. i think it was from the parking structure.. all in all it was a perfect day and a happy wedding.
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Awards

26

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
The D Jay Company The D Jay Company Wedding DJs

The wedding and events coordinators make the day run smoothly and seamlessly. We really enjoy working with the staff at this location. Thank you! Jay at The D'Jay Company.

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Hilton Los Angeles / Universal City frequently asked questions

Hilton Los Angeles / Universal City includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Hilton Los Angeles / Universal City includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Hilton Los Angeles / Universal City includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Limited Bar
  • Premium Liquor
The space offered by Hilton Los Angeles / Universal City for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Hotel
Hilton Los Angeles / Universal City offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Hilton Los Angeles / Universal City offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Hilton Los Angeles / Universal City offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
Hilton Los Angeles / Universal City offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Drapery
  • Tables
Hilton Los Angeles / Universal City is recommended by 90% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.5 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.6 in quality of service, 4.5 in average response time, 4.5 in professionalism, 4.4 in flexibility and 4.4 in value.
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