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125 years in business

We speak English and Spanish

Small team (2-10 members)

With its breathtaking Spanish Mission architecture and European charm, The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa becomes a grand stage for creating unforgettable memories as you celebrate your new life together.

Our history becomes a part of your fairytale, infusing every beautiful memory of your wedding celebration with the opulence and romance of a luxurious bygone era.

Just about every Riverside native has a cherished memory of a Mission Inn wedding. Since hosting our first wedding over a century ago, The Inn has been the standard bearer for signature occasions. Generations of families have shared their special day with us, gathering with friends and loved ones in a setting that will forever remain special.

Often referred to as the “Crown Jewel” of Inland Southern California, The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa offers dozens of enchanting reception sites in the Riverside, California area, including the region’s only hotel chapel — the exquisite St. Francis of Assisi. Throughout the grounds, you'll find secluded gardens and patios, grand staircases, soaring domes and towers, a world-class art collection, and an opulent décor that provides the perfect setting for celebrating the most important day of your life.

The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa is the one place to perfectly serve all of your needs, from the rehearsal and ceremony to the reception and accommodations. Dedicated to perfection, our staff of wedding professionals attends to every request, creating a truly magical wedding experience for you and your guests.

Only California’s most legendary hotel, a historic gem with a tradition for impeccable celebrations, can detail your wedding with the elegance it deserves.

The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa is a sublime wedding venue nestled in Riverside, California.

FAQ

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

Yes

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

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

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

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

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

9

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Ballroom
Historic Building
Hotel
Religious
Resort

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services

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 Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

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Reviews of The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa

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The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa in California is hailed as a stunning, castle-like wedding venue surrounded by picturesque palm trees and hills, earning praise as a hidden gem. While initial difficulties in communication and contract signing caused some nervousness, reviewers ultimately highly recommend this venue for its unique charm, excellent amenities like the Alhambra Suite, varied dining options, spa services, and seamless wedding planning process once details were ironed out. Staff members Melissa Chavira and Joseph Orozco are specifically mentioned as exceptional in ensuring a memorable wedding day experience.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa in California is hailed as a stunning, castle-like wedding venue surrounded by picturesque palm trees and hills, earning praise as a hidden gem. While initial difficulties in communication and contract signing caused some nervousness, reviewers ultimately highly recommend this venue for its unique charm, excellent amenities like the Alhambra Suite, varied dining options, spa services, and seamless wedding planning process once details were ironed out. Staff members Melissa Chavira and Joseph Orozco are specifically mentioned as exceptional in ensuring a memorable wedding day experience.

Weddingwire
4.3/5 81 reviews
Google
4.5/5 10663 reviews
Marina
Marina Sent on 10/07/2023
4.6 out of 5 rating

Absolutely the most stunning wedding venue!

The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa is ABSOLUTELY THE MOST STUNNING WEDDING VENUE there is in California! It feels like a castle in Europe but with palm trees and rolling hills all around the venue. It’s truly A HIDDEN GEM. My now husband and I wanted to book the venue immediately after seeing it and truth be told, it was a tough process initially to get through to someone in the Sales Office, as well as get a contract in front of us. This made us nervous for a few weeks, early in the process, but after getting through the initial hurdle of obtaining and signing the vendor agreement – the process got much smoother. While there was back and forth prior to getting all the details right, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this venue for weddings. It truly has everything you could ever want and then some! A BEAUTIFUL VENUE, unique hotel rooms (the BEST one being the Alhambra Suite – where Ronald Reagon honeymooned, fun fact) great food, ample restaurant options, 5-star spa and everything in one location to make it exceptionally easy for both bride and groom and your guests. I also recommend working with Melissa Chavira and Joseph Orozco in the Sales Office. They were THE BEST and made our wedding day on September 16th, 2023 truly a day we will remember forever!
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Angela Sent on 09/18/2008
5 out of 5 rating
The Mission Inn was fantastic!! It was beautiful and the pictures are great. The staff was very easy to work with and kept on top of the every detail. Thanks!!
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Johanna Sent on 07/03/2012
5 out of 5 rating
The place is just simply beautifully historic. You need minimal decor in this place, as at the very core the place is perfect. I recommend it. The staff was amazing. The food was delicious! And the coordinators worked very hard to make it a smooth occasion!
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Crystal Sent on 02/20/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Julie was very informative & patient,gave us two separate tours before booking. She was very flexible w/our budget and creatively worked out a plan to make our dream wedding a reality ! We can't wait until November to experience it all !!!
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Daniel Sent on 04/27/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Thank you so much Mission Inn. We have been coming here for getaways for years and finally had our wedding here. Everyone here made it so easy--the dj (Main Event Productions), florist (International Flower Loft) and photographer (T.K. Photography) they suggested were all fantastic and did their jobs without causing us stress. The wedding planners Amber and Anderson handled everything extremely well. The baker made an absolutely beautiful (and delicious) cake and the food and service at the ceremony and reception were exceptional. The technical people made the Spanish Gallery as beautiful as we wanted it to be. The best part was introducing this great place to all of our friends from all over the country. Everyone was blown away and some, even locals, had never been there before. Also, special mention to Kristien the concierge who handled all our guests and their plans with great energy--as always.
Romi
Romi Sent on 02/27/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding venue The Mission Inn Hotel and Spa: The Santa Barbara Room and St Francis of Assisi Chapel

Beautiful! The staff was so lovely and accommodating! Kristi Pierce, who is the coordinator at The Mission Inn, was always so responsive and professional. She always had a smile on our face and was ready to help whenever we had a question or request. She made our day perfect. The location is reminiscent of old European architecture. My guests were in awe of the aesthetics as well as the picturesque chapel where we had our ceremony. Two of my guests who are engaged want to get married there as well. It was a day we will never forget.
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Peter Sent on 12/22/2010
5 out of 5 rating
Mission inn staff very helpful. Great bang for the buck.
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Amber Sent on 05/13/2014
5 out of 5 rating
I am so happy with my wedding at the Mission Inn. The only thing I wish was that I had gone over timing of the ceremony better, but that was my fault. I tried not to get stressed as it was pouring rain that weekend, but the expert staff quickly moved awnings in and out of the way as needed. Which is no small task. We had a great day. It went by SO fast. Our pictures were fantastic. How could they not be with such an amazing back drop? We keep getting compliments on how good the food was. Everyone expected typical wedding food and were blown away with how great everything tasted. With all the excitement, I was unable to eat much at the wedding, so our lovely caterer gave us dinners to go to eat after the wedding. That was great and so relaxing. If we had to do it all over again, we would still choose Mission Inn.
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Lupe Sent on 10/14/2017
5 out of 5 rating
so much of an amazing experience here. everything was about as perfect as can be. loved every moment.
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Leticia Sent on 04/27/2012
5 out of 5 rating
The Mission Inn is not only a beautiful locale, but the staff is outstanding as well. Everyone treated us and our families like royalty and we felt very spoiled. The hotel is really a 'one stop shopping' experience as we had it all under one roof: the rooms, the rehearsal dinner, the ceremony and reception. The catering staff and wedding consultants know their stuff and were there for us the whole way through. One of our guests commented on the wait staff "Now these are professional waiters and waitresses!"
We made many visits to The Mission Inn prior to our wedding ceremony and will continue to enjoy the many events they host throught the year. This magical place will always hold a place in our hearts.
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