Berkeley City Club

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Berkeley Wedding Venue
2315 Durant Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94704
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Contact: Events Department
Phone: 510/280-1532
berkeleycityclubhotel.com

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Why We Like This Place

The Berkeley City Club, located just one block from the UC Berkeley campus, is a sensational landmark building and a proud member of Historic Hotels of America®. Although it’s long been a private member social club, its hotel and event facilities welcome the public.

Designed in 1929 by famed architect Julia Morgan, the popular venue is like a miniature Hearst Castle. The Moorish Gothic-style building features landscaped inner courtyards and fountains, plus a wealth of graceful arches, domed ceilings, pillars, leaded-glass windows and doors, and art. Together they create a gorgeous backdrop for your wedding—and your photos!

The detailing and craftsmanship are impressive throughout. The Drawing Room and Members’ Lounge are large and gracious, with beamed ceilings, pianos, fireplaces, wall tapestries, tiled floors, Oriental carpets and sizable leaded-glass windows. The Ballroom, which has a stage, parquet floor, concert grand piano, and its own leaded-glass windows overlooking the courtyard, also has plenty of room for dancing along with your reception. For an outdoor affair, the sheltered, ivy-covered Terrace is a wonderful spot on a warm day or evening. Many of these event spaces are connected to one another, and can be used individually or in combination.

The Camelia Courtyard is perfect for an intimate ceremony or cocktail reception. Filled with greenery and framed by the building’s arches, it’s evocative of a Mediterranean garden. A smaller, lushly planted fountain courtyard on the opposite side of the club lends itself to a cozy luncheon or rehearsal dinner. Even if you don’t host an event in one of these courtyards, you’ll definitely want to take advantage of their photogenic qualities for your wedding album.

Many couples like to host both their ceremony and reception here: The club’s soaring architecture and private, contemplative areas provide a spiritual atmosphere for exchanging vows; at the same time, the versatile reception facilities and experienced staff ensure a flawless event.

Speaking of flawless, the club’s hair salon and esthetician services make it easy for you and your bridesmaids to look and feel your best for the wedding. Whether you arrive the day before or the day of, you’ll be able to relax while the on-site professionals take you from stressed to beautiful.

The Berkeley City Club is a tranquil oasis in this bustling college town. Family and friends who stay overnight will appreciate the newly renovated guest rooms, all of which offer outstanding views of the San Francisco Bay or Berkeley hills. Hotel guests also have special privileges: They can take a dip in the magnificent swimming pool, enjoy the Dining Room’s outstanding cuisine, and sample premier wines in the Venetian Room. From this conveniently located getaway, exploring Berkeley couldn’t be easier: Famed Telegraph Avenue, museums, restaurants, the Theater District and public transit are all close by.

Capacity

Ceremony

Reception/Special Events

Meetings

Max. Seated Indoors: 140
Max. Seated Outdoors: 180

Max. Seated Indoors: 260
Max. Seated Outdoors: 120
Max. Standing Indoors: 350
Max. Standing Outdoors: 200

Max. Seated: 280

CEREMONY, EVENT/RECEPTION CAPACITY: Event spaces hold 14–260 seated guests. The Venetian Ballrooom holds up to 350 standing guests.

MEETING CAPACITY: The Berkeley City Club has 5 meeting rooms that accommodate up to 280 seated theater-style or 125 seated classroom-style.

Fees & Deposits

A $1,200 nonrefundable rental deposit is required when the reservation is confirmed; the balance and a final guest count are due prior to the function. Rental fees range $500–3,000 depending on space or day selected. For a separate bar setup, a bartender fee will apply. On weekdays, luncheons begin at $28/person, and dinners at $45/person. Menus and event details can be arranged with the event coordinator. If your group would like to stay overnight, bed and breakfast rates will apply. Call for more information.

Availability

Year-round, Tuesday–Friday, 8am–11pm; Saturday–Sunday, 9am–11pm. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.

Catering

Provided

Alcohol

Provided

Location 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: yes
Bride’s Dressing Area: yes
Meeting Equipment: full range CBA
Parking: small lot, valet or prepaid CBA
Accommodations: 35 guest rooms
Telephone: pay and guest phones
Outdoor Night Lighting: yes
Outdoor Cooking Facilities: BBQ CBA
Cleanup: provided
View: indoor courtyards
Other: event coordinator, candelabras, fireplaces, pianos; complimentary amenities for overnight guests include a hot breakfast buffet

Amplified Music

Indoors
Outdoors
w/ Restrictions

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair Accessible

Site Views

Garden Patio/Courtyard
Ocean/Bay

Venue Type

Banquet Hall/Events Facility
Bed and Breakfast
Conference Center
Historic/Landmark Building
Private Club

Restrictions

Alcohol: provided, no BYO
Smoking: not allowed
Music: amplified OK until 11pm
Wheelchair Access: yes
Insurance: sometimes required
Other: security sometimes required

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