Seaside Splendor: 29 Dreamy Coastal Wedding Venues in the USA

From the sun-kissed shores of California to the charming seaside towns of New England, the United States boasts a stunning array of breathtaking coastal wedding venues. Imagine exchanging vows with the gentle lapping of waves as your backdrop, or celebrating your love under a canopy of stars by the ocean's edge. From the Pacific Ocean's dramatic cliffs to the Atlantic Ocean's serene beaches, dive into this curated list of whimsical waterfront destinations and discover the perfect venue to bring your dream wedding to life.


EAST COAST


Spruce Point Inn Resort and Spa

Boothbay Harbor, ME

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Charm

Oceanfront Ceremonies

Cozy Cottages

Fab Features: a classic Maine coast resort with 21st century amenities • ceremonies on the oceanfront deck followed by receptions inside the impressive Pemaquid Hall with a peaked pine ceiling accented by locally crafted cast iron chandeliers • your guests will love the upscale lodging, paired with a warm, attentive staff

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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The Beachmere Inn

Ogunquit, ME

Venue Superpowers:

Panoramic Ocean Views

Romantic Elopements

Affordable

Fab Features: family-run Inn nested on the rocky coastline of the Marginal Way • enjoy cocktail hour around a fire pit in the unique Rotunda illuminated by bistro lighting • spectacular ocean views whether your celebrating inside the Marginal Way Salon or on the Victorian Side Lawn

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Madison Beach Hotel

Madison, Connecticut

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Breathtaking Views

Luxurious Accommodations

Fab Features: luxury resort with private beach • say “I do” on the sand or from a raised porch with stunning water vistas • guests can indulge in activities like golf, kayaking, and spa treatments

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Inn at Mystic

Mystic, CT

Venue Superpowers:

Gorgeous Bay Views

All-Inclusive

On-Site Accommodations

Fab Features: gracious bayfront Inn that can accommodate everything from intimate garden elopements to grand oceanside receptions • snap photos beside the stately mansion and throughout the 14 acres of landscaped grounds, formal gardens, and rocky shores • mingle with cocktails on the heated, tented Terrace for exquisite views and a fresh saltwater breeze

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Duxbury Bay Maritime School

Duxbury, MA

Venue Superpowers:

Waterfront

Affordable Elegance

Intimate Events

Fab Features: waterfront school nestled within historic Duxbury • variety of event spaces from the covered porch to the stunning hall with floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the bay to the waterfront lawn • add-ons include day-of planning or use of a boat with a driver!

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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Wychmere Beach Club

Harwich Port, Massachusetts

Venue Superpowers:

Understated Luxury

Private Beach

Culinary Artistry

Fab Features: gorgeous resort and club blending classic Americana style with exceptional service and elegant design • exchange vows on the private beach or on a spectacular rooftop terrace, surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty • follow your ceremony with a reception in the wood-accented Harbor Room or the stylish two-story Dune Room, both of which boast panoramic bay views from walls of windows

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Mallard Island Yacht Club

Manahawkin, New Jersey

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive 

Lush Gardens

Overnight Accommodations

Fab Features: elegant club surrounded on three sides by sparkling Barnegat Bay • the grounds boast a collage of gardens, white picket fences, window boxes overflowing with lush plantings, and manicured landscaping • the elegant ballroom makes a statement with its Tiffany-blue coffered ceiling, romantic chandelier lighting, and detailed woodwork 

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Navy Beach

Montauk, NY

Venue Superpowers:

Private Beach

Seasonal Menus

Spectacular Sunsets

Fab Features: laid back family-friendly restaurant with fabulous water views • the 200-foot private beach is perfect for ceremonies or tented receptions • internationally-influenced seasonal menus made up of locally-sourced produce

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Whalehead in Historic Corolla

Corolla, NC

Venue Superpowers:

Art Nouveau Estate

Waterfront Charm

Historic Site 

Fab Features: idyllic 1920s-era estate situated among century-old oaks and sweeping lawns • the Art Nouveau-style home boasts impressive Tiffany fixtures, a restored Steinway piano, cork floors, and a gracious Breezeway with water views • exchange vows on the lovely North Lawn, shaded by oaks and backed by the iconic Currituck Beach Lighthouse, boat basin, and a picturesque foot bridge

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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GULF COAST


Faro Blanco Resort and Yacht Club

Marathon, FL

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Inspired Menus

Overnight Accommodations

Fab Features: gorgeous setting on one of the Keys' only private beaches, with a bevy of local attractions nearby • walk down an aisle of white sand with waves lapping gently in the background • dance the night away at your beachfront reception under a beautiful lighted tent

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Sandpearl Resort

Clearwater, FL

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Destination Weddings

White Sand Beach

Fab Features: exquisite full-service resort set on a private beachfront at Clearwater's most coveted address • recite your vows barefoot on the sugary white sand beach while watching the sun sink below the horizon • host your elegant evening in one of three elegant ballrooms or on a velvety event lawn steps from the Gulf

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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DoubleTree Beach Resort by Hilton

North Redington Beach, FL

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Panoramic Views

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: tropical oasis nestled between St. Pete’s Beach and Clearwater Beach • exchange vows on the semi-private white sand beach or atop the elevated patio, both with a spectacular backdrop of the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico • then, head into the airy reception space, where broad windows frame fabulous views of the setting sun

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Isla del Sol Yacht and Country Club

St. Petersburg, FL

Venue Superpowers:

Toes-in-the-Sand Ceremonies

All-Inclusive

Waterfront Panoramas

Fab Features: private country club with panoramic views of the sun-kissed sea and waterfront• tie the knot on the white sand beach with a backdrop of yachts floating on the harbor • dance the night away in the window-lined ballroom featuring an oversized dance floor and wraparound bar

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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WEST COAST


Surfsand Resort

Cannon Beach, OR

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Beach Ceremonies

Incredible Menus

Fab Features: exchange vows on the sand with panoramic ocean views that encompass striking Haystack Rock • light-filled receptions in the expansive, Northwest-inspired Tide Pool Ballroom • delectable menus from Wayfarer Resturant feature fresh, local seafood, grass-fed steaks, and their famous clam chowder

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Capella by the Sea

Brookings, OR

Venue Superpowers:

Panoramic Views

Elopements

Lush Grounds

Fab Features: a unique venue located in beautiful Azalea Park • exchange vows in the romantically intimate setting • celebrate amongst scenic views of the Port of Brookings-Harbor, Chetco River, and Pacific Ocean

Catering: BYO
Price: $
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Salishan Coastal Lodge

Gleneden Beach, OR

Venue Superpowers:

Luxe Coastal Resort

Wooded Ceremonies

Contemporary Styling

Fab Features: stunning resort nestled among old-growth forests along the coastline • receptions in the cozy Wine Cellar, intimate boardroom, or expansive, contemporary ballroom • gorgeous, luxe guest rooms with private beach access, a dreamy spa, and more

Catering: In-house
Price: $$$
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Crook Point

Gold Beach, OR

Venue Superpowers:

Secluded Setting

Breathtaking Views

Upscale Accommodations

Fab Features: peaceful, secluded resort perched on a 60-foot bluff overlooking the Pacific • wed on one of three private beaches • on-site vacation homes offer splendid ocean vistas, hot tubs, private decks, and beach access

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Pelican Inn

Muir Beach, California

Venue Superpowers:

English-Inspired Style

Intimate Celebrations

Nearby Muir Beach

Fab Features: whimsical Tudor-style inn steps away from Muir • rent out the inn's seven rooms and celebrate in the light-flooded conservatory, a glass-walled space with abundant vines and flowers • lawn ceremonies are set against rolling, chaparral-covered hills, or opt to say "I do" on nearby Muir Beach

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Spring Ranch

Little River, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Oceanside Bluff

Exclusive Use

Fab Mendocino Location

Fab Features: historic ranch set on the coast near Mendocino • exchange vows the oceanside bluff or beneath towering eucalyptus trees • enjoy exclusive use of the property with lavish accommodations for up to 23 guests in the Grand Victorian and chic barn loft

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Switzer Farm

Westport, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Lush Landscape

Historic Details

Picturesque

Fab Features: 1884 Victorian farmhouse perched on a striking bluff overlooking the Pacific • the 22 private acres provide unfettered ocean and headland views, a private meadow, a garden cottage, historic barn, and garden • the rental includes 3 nights lodging for up to 27 guests in plush yet cozy accommodations

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Slide Ranch

Muir Beach, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Cliffside Ceremonies

Panoramic Views

Glamping

Fab Features: breathtaking ceremonies on a grassy bluff overlooking Muir Beach • glamping and late-night celebrations on the adjoining campground • intimate, laid-back receptions in the Yurt, a circular canvas structure with a clear skylight, wooden floor, and wood-burning stove

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Oceano Hotel and Spa

Half Moon Bay, CA

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Beachfront Setting

Coastal Chic

Fab Features: luxurious hotel boasting magnificent views of the coast and lavish accommodations • variety of event spaces from the chic ballroom to the light and airy Gate House to the seaside garden • professional staff and on-site wedding planners create curated events tailored to match your vision

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Seymour Marine Discovery Center

Santa Cruz, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Unobstructed Ocean Views

Native Coastal Landscaping

Interactive Exhibits

Fab Features: perched on a bluff overlooking the Santa Cruz coast and Monterey Bay • ceremonies surrounded by coastal prairie, wetlands, and wildlife like birds, sea lions, and whales • unique cocktail hour with interactive exhibits and access to the aquarium

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Monterey Beach Station

Monterey, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Waterfront Setting

All-Inclusive

Customizable Menus

Fab Features: historic bungalow with deck right on the beach • celebrations indoors or on the sand—bonfire optional! • customized décor, cuisine, and services

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Seascape Beach Resort

Aptos, California

Venue Superpowers:

Epic Ocean Vistas

Destination Weddings

Al Fresco Affairs

Fab Features: bluff-top resort with sweeping ocean vistas • lawn ceremonies and beachfront receptions against a bay backdrop • luxe accommodations offer decks, patios, fireplaces, and ocean or forest views

Catering: In-house
Price: $$
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Surf and Sand Resort

Laguna Beach, California

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Oceanfront

Luxurious Accommodations

Fab Features: beachfront, full-service resort with cozy guest rooms and an indulgent spa • ceremonies set on the sandy beach itself, or on the large, open-air terraces • indoor reception areas boast beautiful ocean views

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Hotel del Coronado

Coronado, CA

Venue Superpowers:

National Historic Landmark

Panoramic Ocean Views

Elegant Accommodations

Fab Features: striking Victorian landmark on 28 oceanfront acres • ceremonies set on the landscaped Windsor Lawn, the Garden Patio’s gazebo, or right on the sand! • magnificent Crown Room boasts a 33-foot-high rib-vaulted ceiling, unique crown-shaped chandeliers, and dreamy vintage décor

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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The Neighborhood Church

Palos Verdes Estates, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Breathtaking Views

Historic Details

Romantic Elopements

Fab Features: perched atop the cliffs of Palos Verdes overlooking the Santa Monica Bay, the Neighborhood Church has hosted Wedding ceremonies for nearly 75 years • exchange vows amongst panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean from Redondo Beach to Malibu • celebrate in the historic seaside mansion featuring intricate ceiling murals and ocean views

Price: $ • $$
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L'Auberge Del Mar

Del Mar - San Diego, California

Venue Superpowers:

Sweeping Ocean Views

Rooftop Patio

Luxe On-Site Spa

Fab Features: stunning views of the sea from the Pacific Terrace, an expansive rooftop patio, or Seagrove Park, a grassy knoll on the water's edge • French doors in the plush Platinum Ballroom open onto a lovely patio with a waterfall wall • luxurious Spa L'Auberge offers a full menu of soothing indulgences, plus a private couple's garden on the spa's lush grounds

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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