7 Affordable Wedding Venues in Monterey and Carmel
Affordable wedding venues in Monterey and Carmel? They really do exist! Whether you’re looking for a romantic chapel or a grand ballroom, here’s a selection of beautiful places that will help you stay on budget.
Fairview Laguna Seca
Monterey, CA
Fab Features: outdoor ceremonies framed by lush views of forested hillsides and rolling green fairways • newly expanded banquet room and patio capture those incredible vistas for a celebration with modern flair • budget-friendly, all-inclusive wedding packages give you more for less
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Old Whaling Station Historic Adobe and Gardens
Monterey, California
Fab Features: historic adobe next to gardens showcasing old-fashioned roses, brick walkways, and a lovely wooden arbor • brick-and-stone courtyard offers a sweet setting for outdoor celebrations • lots of DIY opportunities
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
Carmel Fields by Wedgewood Weddings
Carmel, California
Fab Features: Spanish Colonial-style banquet center set against forested hillsides • say "I do” beneath a garden gazebo or at nearby Monastery beach • a skylit ceiling and expansive picture windows flood the Fiesta Ballroom with natural light
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Hilton Garden Inn Monterey
Monterey, California
Fab Features: intimate ceremonies on a petite lawn • octagon-shaped ballroom with multiple windows framing treetops and a peek-a-boo bay view • open-air dining and cocktails on the Poolside Terrace
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Church of the Wayfarer Garden Weddings
Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
Fab Features: quaint historic chapel • garden backdrop for small ceremonies • 18th-century hand-carved walnut wainscoting and ornately carved altar add warmth to the sanctuary
Catering: BYOPrice: $
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Don't miss out on this beautifully restored historic hotel a short drive inland, just waiting to host your unique wedding getaway!
Hotel Mission de Oro
Santa Nella, CA
Fab Features: hidden gem hotel combines small-town charm with sophisticated style • photo-worthy Rose Garden outfitted with a splashing fountain, gazebo, and lofty bell tower • Mission-style details include lush courtyards, Spanish arches, handcrafted tile, and even a wine museum!
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Filed under Budget Wedding Ideas, Wedding Venues / Locations, Northern California, Monterey and Carmel
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