Laguna Cliffs Resort and Spa, A Marriott Resort
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25135 Park Lantern
Dana Point, CA
Contact: Catering
Phone: 949/661-5000
www.lagunacliffs.com
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Why We Like This Place
Just south of Laguna Beach lies a picturesque curve of coastline with white sandy beaches and balmy breezes wafting in from the Pacific. At the tip of this idyllic cove is Dana Point, a historic headland named for 19th-century seafaring adventurer and author Richard Henry Dana, who dubbed it “California’s most romantic spot.”
If romantic celebrations are on your agenda, then you’ll love the Laguna Cliffs, a AAA Four Diamond luxury retreat. Perched on the wooded bluffs high above Dana Point, this upscale resort has just completed a $45 million renovation, and everything from banquet spaces to guestrooms has a fresh, clean look. The resort’s steeply pitched red-shingled roof and multipaned windows may whisper of Cape Cod, but the recent makeover has reinterpreted that New England classic with contemporary flair. Both public and private spaces are decked out with dark woods and textured finishes like mosaic tiling and polished granite, and the lobby boasts a lofty water wall. But the star of the scene is the dramatic panorama, encompassing acres of emerald green parks, a bustling marina, and the boundless blue sea.
The Laguna Cliffs takes full advantage of its breathtaking setting by offering three beautiful outdoor locations for wedding ceremonies. The secluded Del Mar Lawn embraces a layered view of mountains, sea, and a section of shore known as “the California Riviera.” The Vue Lawn treats guests to a colorful parade of yachts and sailboats against an ocean backdrop. A third enclave, the Laguna Brick, captures glorious sunsets unfurling across the watery horizon. The resort’s ceremony packages include the setup of full wedding regalia—arches, urns, and a rose-petal aisle.
Gala receptions are staged in one of two newly remodeled ballrooms, each illuminated by elegantly novel pendant fixtures. A color palette that calls to mind the sea and sun-kissed sand, gold Chiavari chairs, and the soft flickering of votive candles contribute to an ambiance of sophisticated coastal elegance. Equally impressive is the award-winning catering that puts a fresh spin on California cuisine.
The resort staff takes your event as seriously as you do. A dedicated team of Wedding Professionals, along with your Wedding Concierge, ensures that every detail is just the way you envision. Wedding packages come with upgrades such as cake cutting, a luxurious bridal suite, and a “Couple’s Spa Massage” to soothe any pre-wedding jitters. Speaking of spa, this one is a favorite in the O.C. and has earned a Spa Finder magazine Reader’s Choice Award. Your friends and family will appreciate a customized group spa experience, and brides, you’ll want to indulge in the “6-Week Countdown Package” that includes hair and makeup.
You and your guests will also appreciate the first-class accommodations, updated with the latest amenities. Thoughtful comforts like plush feathertop beds, duvets and spa robes encourage relaxation. With a host of diversions on site—croquet, lighted tennis courts and yoga classes—Laguna Cliffs is a fun place, too. For those courageous souls who want to try their hand at surfing, one of the resort’s Surf Butlers will help you hang ten!
The Director of Catering Sales told us, “We strive to accommodate the personalized needs of every couple with a high level of service.” We think you’ll agree that Laguna Cliffs is a most hospitable ambassador for the Southern California experience.
Capacity
Ceremony |
Reception/Special Events |
Meetings |
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Max. Seated Indoors: 500 Max. Seated Outdoors: 500 |
Max. Seated Indoors: 600 Max. Seated Outdoors: 500 Max. Standing Indoors: 900 Max. Standing Outdoors: 900 |
Max. Seated: 1000 |
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CEREMONY CAPACITY: Indoors, the hotel holds up to 500 seated; outdoors up to 500 seated on the lawn. Smaller spaces are also available. |
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Fees & Deposits
25% of the estimated event total is required to reserve your date; the remaining balance is paid in 3 additional equal installments between reservation and event date. Luncheon plated meals begin at $108/person, dinners at $118/person. This includes butler-passed hors d’oeuvres, 3-course meal, custom-designed wedding cake, wine service throughout meal, champagne toast, gold Chiavari chairs and complimentary oceanview guestroom for the bride and groom. Tax, alcohol and a 22% service charge are additional. The ceremony package includes an oceanview location, fresh floral arch or two pedestal arrangements, aisle runners or petals, rehearsal time, bride’s and groom’s dressing rooms, wedding concierge and a couple’s spa massage at Laguna Cliffs’ award-winning Spa.
Availability
Year-round, daily, until midnight indoors.
CateringProvidedBYO AlcoholProvidedBYO w/ Corkage Fee Sites UsesCeremoniesWedding Receptions Special Events, Parties Business Functions/Meetings Rehearsal Dinners On-Site Accommodations Services/AmenitiesCatering: provided or BYO with approvalKitchen Facilities: service area Tables & Chairs: provided Linens, Silver, etc.: provided Restrooms: wheelchair accessible Dance Floor: provided Bride's Dressing Area: yes Meeting Equipment: AV equipment Parking: garage Accommodations: 378 guestrooms Telephone: pay phones Outdoor Night Lighting: yes Outdoor Cooking Facilities: BBQ and firepits Cleanup: provided View: Pacific Ocean, Dana Point Harbor, mountains, coastline Other: on-site wedding concierge |
Amplified MusicIndoorsOutdoors Wheelchair AccessWheelchair AccessibleSite ViewsCoastlineLandscaped Grounds Mountains Ocean/Bay Panoramic Park Site TypeWaterfront/Beach LocationBanquet/Events Facility Hotel Resort/Spa Waterfront Facility RestrictionsAlcohol: provided, or BYO wine with corkageSmoking: outdoors only Music: amplified OK Wheelchair Access: yes Insurance: not required |
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