The Highlands Inn, A Hyatt Hotel

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Carmel Wedding Location
120 Highlands Drive
Carmel, CA 93923
Contact: Catering Department
Phone: 831/622-5457
www.highlandsinn.hyatt.com
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Why We Like This Place

Built in 1916 in the Carmel Highlands just south of Carmel, the Highlands Inn, A Hyatt Hotel is one of the most sought-after event locations in California. Noted for its panoramic views and extraordinary cliffside setting, the inn provides an idyllic environment for a special celebration.

After its multi-million-dollar award-winning renovation, this venue is more stunning than ever. Commanding one of the world’s most spectacular vistas, with exploding waves crashing 200 feet below, the inn offers a variety of first-class facilities for either business functions or weddings. For outdoor ceremonies, a redwood deck complete with contemporary gazebo is perched just above the rocky cliffs overlooking the Pacific.

After the ceremony guests are escorted into a variety of reception areas—each is elegant, with comfortable furnishings and outstanding views. The inn’s chefs are renowned for culinary excellence, and the extensive wine and champagne list frequently garners the Grand Award from Wine Spectator. The staff can organize a traditional party or a more creative event for the adventuresome. If you are looking for a very special place for one of life’s great moments, the incomparable Highlands Inn should be high on your list.

Capacity

Ceremony

Reception/Special Events

Meetings

Max. Seated Indoors: 190
Max. Seated Outdoors: 100

Max. Seated Indoors: 120
Max. Seated Outdoors: 100
Max. Standing Indoors: 300
Max. Standing Outdoors: 150

Max. Seated: 120

CEREMONY CAPACITY: The outdoor gazebo accommodates 100 seated guests. If the weather is uncooperative, the Fireside Room can be used.

EVENT/RECEPTION CAPACITY: The inn can accommodate 12–120 seated guests indoors. The Gazebo and Deck hold up to 100 seated outdoors.

Fees & Deposits

Site fees range $1,000–5,000. Luncheons start at $85/person, dinners at $105/person; alcohol, tax and an 18% service charge are additional. Half the estimated total is due 4 weeks prior to the event, and the balance is due 10 working days prior. A final confirmed guest count is required 3 working days in advance of the event.

Availability

Year-round, daily, anytime.

Catering

Provided

Alcohol

Provided

Site Uses

Ceremonies
Wedding Receptions
Special Events, Parties
Business Functions/Meetings
Rehearsal Dinners
On-Site Accommodations

Services/Amenities

Catering: provided, no BYO
Kitchen Facilities: n/a
Tables & Chairs: provided
Linens, Silver, etc.: provided
Restrooms: wheelchair accessible
Dance Floor: CBA, extra charge
Bride’s Dressing Area: CBA
Meeting Equipment: full range CBA, extra fee
Parking: complimentary valet
Accommodations: 48 guestrooms, including 10 spa suites
Telephone: house, guestroom or pay phone
Outdoor Night Lighting: limited
Outdoor Cooking Facilities: n/a
Cleanup: provided
View: coastline panorama at the gateway to Big Sur
Other: off-premise catering also available

Amplified Music

Indoors
Outdoors
w/ Restrictions

Wheelchair Access

Access Limited

Site Views

Coastline
Ocean/Bay
Panoramic

Site Type

Waterfront/Beach Location
Inn/Lodge
Restaurant
Waterfront Facility
Retreat
Banquet Hall/Events Facility

Restrictions

Alcohol: provided
Smoking: outdoors only
Music: amplified restricted
Wheelchair Access: limited
Insurance: may be required

Contact: Catering Department
831/622-5457
www.highlandsinn.hyatt.com
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