Westin Carlsbad Resort and Spa 5480 Grand Pacific Drive • Carlsbad • CA 92008
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- Blessed with cool ocean breezes and even cooler ocean views, this luxury resort is perched on a verdant seaside bluff minutes from a particularly lovely stretch of the California coast. It's the ideal setting for a relaxing wedding weekend: enjoy well-deserved pampering at their Ocean Pearl Spa, sip a cocktail at 20/Twenty, their casually chic restaurant, or just chill on the beach.
- A dramatic staircase leads to the secluded Ocean Blue Lawn, where you can l say "I do" against a panorama of the shimmering sea. Or, opt for the expansive, palm-shaded Pacific Lawn, which unrolls towards a circular patio adorned with a magnificent magnolia tree—its spreading branches create a stunning natural backdrop for exchanging vows.
- Elegant receptions take place in the Sunset and Grand Pacific Ballrooms, each outfitted with light-filled foyers and sweeping, columned terraces that afford sunset and starlit vistas. The Palm Courtyard, which overlooks the garden and pool, is a wonderful al fresco option. Either way, you'll be treated to expert, creative cuisine prepared with the freshest ingredients.
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Deals
Extend your wedding celebration through the weekend with a brunch buffet! Pricing is $135/person and includes:
- Champagne toast
- Coffee station
- Fresh pressed juices
- Assortment of local fruit and berries
- Selection of pastries and cheeses
- Smoked salmon display, Crab Benedict, roasted flank steak
- And more!
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Ceremony Fee
- $1,500–3,000/event
Ceremony packages vary depending on space reserved and include:
- 1-hour rehearsal and 2-hour use of the ceremony space
- Use of dressing rooms
- Chair setup
- Gift and guest book table
- Fruit infused water
- Microphone and speaker for the officiant
- Complimentary parking
Package Prices
- $145–195/person
All packages include:
- Butler-passed hors d'oeuvres
- 1-hour premium well hosted bar
- Plated or buffet-style dinner
- Sparkling wine or cider toast
- Wedding cake cutting and service
Service Charge or Gratuity
- 25%
Capacity
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 900 | 900 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 1000 | 1000 |
| Reception | Seated | 600 | 600 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 900. | ||
CEREMONY & MEETING CAPACITY: The site holds 900 seated guests indoors and outdoors.
EVENT/RECEPTION CAPACITY: The facility can accommodate 600 seated or 1,000 standing indoors or outdoors.
Venue Details
Site Uses
- Ceremony
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- Outdoor Reception
- All-Inclusive
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
- On-Site Accommodations
- Late Night
Essential Info
Price
$ • $$ • $$$
Catering
In-house
Alcohol
In-house
Amplified Music
Indoors
Outdoors
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair accessible
Availability
Year-round, daily, 6am–midnight.
Venue Type
Buildings & other settings available:
- Ballroom
- Beach Wedding Ceremony
- Conference Center
- Hotel
- Patio / Deck / Terrace
- Resort / Spa
- Retreat
- Beach / Ocean
- Golf / Country Club
- Restaurant
- Banquet Hall / Events Facility
Venue Views
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Canyon
- Garden
- Hills
- Landscaped Grounds
- Mountains
- Ocean / Bay
- Panoramic
- Pool Area
- Valley
Services & Amenities
Feel like a VIP with these services and amenities:
Catering: in-house
Kitchen Facilities: n/a
Tables & Chairs: provided
Linens, Silver, etc.: provided
Restrooms: wheelchair accessible
Dance Floor: portable provided
Bride’s Dressing Area: yes
AV/Meeting Equipment: some provided, more CBA
Parking: large lot, valet available
Accommodations: 208 guest rooms
Outdoor Night Lighting: yes
Outdoor Cooking Facilities: no
Cleanup: provided
View: panoramic coastal views from Carlsbad’s highest point
Restrictions
But take note of the following limitations!
Alcohol: in-house
Smoking: non-smoking
Music: amplified OK
Wheelchair Access: yes
Insurance: liability required
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Alternate Info: Sheraton Carlsbad Resort Hotel & Spa