Casa del Mar
Santa Monica Wedding Location1910 Ocean Way
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Phone: 310/581-5533
www.hotelcasadelmar.com
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Description
During the Roaring ’20s Santa Monica was the heart of California’s Gold Coast,’ the stylish stretch of beach that became the personal playground of L.A.‘s elite. Of the many lavish beach clubs that were built during this era, Club Casa Del Mar was the uncontested Grande Dame. The building’s Renaissance Revival architecture fed designers’ imaginations. Hand-painted ceilings, bronze statuary, and the poshest of furnishings gave the Club an unrivaled elegance. The lively social scene, led by Hollywood celebrities and business magnates, tempted everyone who was anyone to take part in the excitement. Illegal liquor (prohibition, remember?) helped the wild times flow, and extravagant gambling, skinny-dipping in the indoor pool, and all-night Charleston contests fueled the Club’s sensational reputation.
First off, notice the brick-and-sandstone façade, decorative sculpted accents and the Mediterranean flair of a red-tile roof and iron balconies. The beautiful hotel is separated from the sand by palm trees and a promenade, but you enter streetside through an exquisite two-story door made of ornate stained glass. The foyer is a grand rotunda dominated by a wrought-iron chandelier and twin sweeping staircases inlaid with mosaic tiles. As you make your way up to the lobby, you hear the faint strains of a ragtime piano from a distant past as you’re swept up in the magical ambiance. Your eyes take in the gorgeous rugs, intriguing Art Nouveau-inspired lighting fixtures and gold-inlaid ceilings before resting on the scintillating seascape visible through the tall windows lining the far wall. Design details throughout are an artful mix of the casual and the refined, ranging from Miami-style furnishings in the seaside restaurant to plush chairs and velvet sofas in the lobby living room. Warm fruitwood paneling and the soothing tones of peach, marine blue, and sage predominate. Comfort, a top priority here, is easy to come by: enjoy a cocktail while lounging on the oceanside veranda, unwind in the full-service spa, or curl up by one of the many fireplaces.
Or, if it’s partying you want, let the good times roll in the Casa’s stunning ballroom, the Colonnade. Two-tiered Venetian glass chandeliers suspended from sculpted ceilings, inlaid with broad stripes of peach and shell pink, gently illuminate the pale walls. It’s almost a shame to cover the sumptuous plum carpeting with a dance floor. Silk draperies in celadon and gold frame a wall of windows that reveal breathtaking Pacific sunsets. Open the French doors, step out onto the loggia, and let a refreshing ocean breeze caress your cheek. The Colonnade easily divides to suit the size of your event, and several other well-appointed spaces are available for intimate dinners, business meetings, or conferences.
The entire restoration blends quality craftsmanship with nostalgic elegance. For a special event as original as the setting, experience the romantic ambiance of Hotel Casa Del Mar.
Capacity
Ceremony |
Reception/Special Events |
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Max. Seated Indoors: 300 Max. Seated Outdoors: |
Max. Seated Indoors: 300 Max. Seated Outdoors: Max. Standing Indoors: 400 Max. Standing Outdoors: |
Max. Seated: 300 |
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CEREMONY & EVENT/RECEPTION CAPACITY: The Oceanview Colonnade holds 300 seated (with dance floor) or 400 standing guests. |
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Fees & Deposits
For weddings, a $6,000 nonrefundable deposit is required to reserve your date. Half of the anticipated event total is due 30 days prior to the event; the remaining 50% is due 10 working days prior. Luncheons range $110–140/person, and dinners range $180–250/person; alcohol, tax and a 20% service charge are included. A $2,200 ceremony setup fee is extra.
For meetings or business functions, room rental fees vary depending on room and/or services selected, and may be waived with food and beverage minimums or overnight accommodation minimums. A conference coordinator and business center are available.
Availability
Year-round, daily, anytime until 1am.
CateringProvidedAlcoholProvidedSites UsesCeremoniesWedding Receptions Special Events, Parties Business Functions/Meetings Rehearsal Dinners On-Site Accommodations Services/AmenitiesCatering: provided, no BYOKitchen Facilities: n/a Tables & Chairs: provided Linens, Silver, etc.: provided Restrooms: wheelchair accessible Dance Floor: provided, wood floor Bride's & Groom's Dressing Area: no Parking: on-site valet, extra charge Accommodations: 129 guestrooms Telephone: pay phone, internal phones Outdoor Night Lighting: yes Outdoor Cooking Facilities: no Cleanup: provided View: Pacific Ocean, from Palos Verdes to Malibu Meeting Equipment: full AV, additional charge |
MusicIndoorsWheelchair AccessWheelchair AccessibleSite ViewsCoastlineGarden Patio/Courtyard Ocean/Bay Panoramic RestrictionsAlcohol: provided, no BYOSmoking: non-smoking hotel Music: amplified OK indoors only Wheelchair Access: yes Insurance: hold harmless waiver required Other: no rice |
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