No Passport Required: 50 Top Destination Wedding Venues in the U.S.A.

Location: At the base of Camelback Mountain in Scottsdale.

Style: Reminiscent of an elegant Spanish Colonial-style estate, this luxe resort offers al fresco celebrations in the garden courtyard beneath swaying palms, and indoor events in ornate salons, each with adjacent patios and lounges.

Accommodations: 119 guest rooms in a variety of styles, from stylish suites to charming casitas and luxury villas.

Location: Set on 63 secluded hilltop acres just above Temecula.

Style: This luxe, sun-soaked Mediterranean-style resort boasts breathtaking views of the surrounding vineyards and Palomar Mountains from each of their al fresco venues, from the rose arbor to the lush vintner’s garden to the “sunken” courtyard, and a spectacular Grand Ballroom outfitted with a soaring, open-beamed ceiling and French doors that swing out to reveal a bougainvillea-draped patio.

Accommodations: 132 luxurious guest rooms and private villas.

Location: Perched on a forested cliff overlooking the breathtaking Big Sur coastline in Carmel, just minutes from Monterey.

Style: Romantic luxury is the hallmark of this historic hotel, known for its impeccable service and world-class, sustainable dining. Weddings on the redwood deck seem to float above the surf, while dramatic panoramas and postcard sunsets enthrall your guests. Receptions unfold in your choice of stunning event spaces, each with views of the hillside gardens and the ocean beyond.

Accommodations: 48 guest rooms including 11 suites, 31 oceanview rooms and 3 garden view rooms, spread out among the wooded grounds.

Location: Nestled on an expansive beachfront property in Huntington.

Style: Relaxed, full-service resort presents an alluring choices of indoor and outdoor venues, from al fresco ceremonies with sweeping Pacific vistas to luxe reception ballrooms with classic columns and hand-blown glass chandeliers.

Accommodations: 517 spacious guest rooms and 57 plush suites.

Location: A few minutes east of Santa Rosa.

Style: Striking turn-of-the-century estate set on 40 acres of woodlands, vineyards, and heirloom rose fields, with ceremonies held among magical Old World-style ruins that boast hand-hewn stone walls and lush trellises, and warm receptions in the rustic barn.

Accommodations: Plenty of hotels, inns, and rental properties in nearby Santa Rosa.

Location: In the foothills of the Sierra Nevadas.

Style: Dreamy destination venue in the heart of California's Gold Country, with a spacious covered pavilion, cozy cabins for overnight lodging, and friendly farm animals, all surrounded by rolling hills, California Oaks, and peaceful ponds.

Accommodations: 10 cozy cabins with lodging for up to 50, plus RV parking.

Location: Nestled in the Rockies beside a sparkling lake in Colorado Springs.

Style: Luxurious resort with a sprawling private lake, pools, a signature Pete Dye 18-hole golf course, and acres of stunning grounds, offering ceremonies atop a striking mountain-view terrace or on the private beachfront and chic receptions in expansive ballrooms or bistro-lit courtyards, all boasting jaw-dropping views of Cheyenne Mountain and the surrounding landscape.

Accommodations: 316 plush guest rooms in 8 separate lodges.

Location: An hour south of Denver at the eastern foot of the Rocky Mountains.

Style: Extraordinary resort with window-lined ballrooms overlooking the majestic Rocky Mountains, Pikes Peak, and the iconic red rock formations of Garden of the Gods.

Accommodations: 56 club guest rooms and suites with striking views.

Location: An exquisite riverfront property 35 miles west of Denver.

Style: This Rockies hideaway boasts incredible mountain vistas and streamside paths, with multiple venue options for al fresco events, from the Shaker, an open-air platform tented with sailcloth, to the Highbanker Beach, a creekside lounge area perfect for cocktails and bonfires.

Accommodations: In addition to the cozy Claim Jumper Cabin (a perfect honeymoon suite), is the nearby Water & Stone Retreat, with 12 luxury stone riverfront cabins to host 30–50 guests.

Location: Across the street from Lafayette Square overlooking the White House.

Style: Historic home-turned-iconic hotel designed with period ceilings, working fireplaces, and warm wood tones and featuring panoramic rooftop views.

Accommodations: Luxurious 5-star accommodations with elegant furnishings.

Location: First of the fabulous Florida Key islands.

Style: A palm-lined drive leads to a tropical oasis boasting a secluded beach with white sand and sweeping ocean views, a lush tropical forest, and a luxe beach house.

Accommodations: Exclusive rental of Hidden Beach includes a beach house and guest house, with accommodations for 20–24.

Location: On the shores of St. Pete Beach, 30 miles west of Tampa.

Style: Glamorous Spanish-style treasure offering everything from beachside ceremonies to opulent oceanview ballrooms and terraces—plus Spa Oceana.
Accommodations: 277 guest rooms and suites.

Location: In the rolling hills of Lake County, just 30 minutes from Universal Studios and Walt Disney World.

Style: Tuscan-inspired event space with a grand ballroom, rustic cellar, and expansive Grand Lawn that overlooks Lake Siena... plus on-site restaurants, a championship golf course, and a full-service spa.

Accommodations: Beautifully equipped suites.

Location: Tucked on a beach on Paia Bay on Maui's famous North Shore.

Style: Gorgeous venues abound, from the tree-lined Temple Makai to the beachfront event lawn to the white sand shore itself. The food & beverage program is equally remarkable, with specialty menus fit to your taste and style.

Accommodations: Plenty of lodging options within a 10 minute drive.

Location: Nestled in a cove on the sunny (and dry!) Western side of the Big Island.

Style: Gorgeous toes-in-the-sand ceremonies are held on Coconut Grove under graceful palms or on the velvety oceanfront lawn at Turtle Pointe, followed by one-of-a-kind receptions lit with tiki torches and featuring delectable, innovative menus sourced from locally grown produce and sustainable seafood from nearby waters.

Accommodations: 540 guest rooms and suites with garden or ocean views.

Location: Set on Oahu’s beautiful North Shore.

Style: This exclusive oceanfront polo field offers spectacular backdrops for your celebration, ranging from the pristine ocean, lapping on the white sand shores, to a panorama of the majestic Waianae mountain range.

Accommodations: A handful of charming resorts and vacation rentals within a 10-minute drive.

Location: On the outskirts of He'eia State Park on Oahu, minutes from Honolulu.

Style: Lush, tropical garden setting with an open-air chapel and stunning views of the Ko'olau Mountains.

Accommodations: A variety of hotels and resorts in nearby Honolulu.

Location: Nestled on 1,500 lush acres along the lower Mississippi River.

Style: This picturesque, countryside venue boasts open space, beautiful vistas, and total privacy, with ceremonies set on a swath of lawn against a backdrop of oak trees followed by cocktails and a reception in the climate-controlled Pavilion or the Stable.

Accommodations: 6-bedroom Mansion and honeymoon cottage, plus glamping cabins and lodges along the property's Stella Lake.

Location: Right in the heart of the French Quarter.

Style: Beautifully restored historic home with elegant indoor event spaces, a Parterre Garden, and a lovely courtyard strung with market lights that's perfect for intimate celebrations.

Accommodations: A myriad of luxury hotels and cozy vacation rentals steps away.

Location: Nestled deep in the backwoods of the western mountains

Style: Charming mountain getaway with a laid-back vibe that offers al fresco ceremonies next to a tranquil pond, and rustic-chic receptions in their open-air pavilion that looks out over the forested landscape.
Accommodations: A variety of cozy log cabins surround the lush property.

Location: 11 miles east of Maine's capital city, Augusta.

Style: Wooded, waterfront venue featuring romantic lakeside ceremonies, receptions on the lawn or in the shabby-chic barn, and fun amenities like a fire pit and lawn game area.
Accommodations: Nearby hotels.

Location: Tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Style: Exchange vows in a natural woodland “cathedral” surrounded by towering pines, followed by cocktails served from a charming tipi and a delightful tented reception in the heart of the woods.

Accommodations: 14 tiny home-inspired cabins, each sleeping 2–4 people.

Location: 40 miles north from Boston.

Style: Romantic 1929 Art Deco, blufftop mansion with indoor and outdoor event venues that offer fantastic ocean and shoreline views.
Accommodations: 15 guest rooms.

Location: Nestled in Sussex County of Northern New Jersey and a 1-hour getaway from NYC

Style: Mountain beauty meets warm sophistication at this resort, which boasts a luxury lodge, chic hotel, two country clubs, and plenty of indoor and outdoor wedding venues from refined ballrooms to lush gardens to shabby-chic wood pavilions.
Accommodations: 250 guest rooms and suites in the Grand Cascades Lodge, plus 3 additional unique hotels

Location: Nestled between Manhattan and Philadelphia on 15 verdant acres

Style: Spectacular manor designed after a classic French countryside estate with a private chapel, manicured gardens, and an opulent 17th-century-inspired ballroom.

Accommodations: luxurious guest rooms at the oh-so-chic Chateau Grand Hotel

Location: Set at 9,300 feet in the stunning Sangre De Cristo range of the Rocky Mountains.

Style: Host an intimate mountaintop ceremony or a spectacular alpine affair surrounded by friends & family with a breathtaking backdrop of snowy peaks, or embraced by the lush greenery of summertime in the mountains.

Accommodations: Choose from 3 premier slopeside lodging options that offer world-class amenities with fabulous Southwestern-inspired interiors.

Location: At the edge of Big Indian Wilderness in the Catskills, about 2.5 hours from NYC.

Style: This turn-of-the-century retreat, set on 100 idyllic acres of forest, streams, meadows, and fields, specializes in weekend weddings, with versatile event spaces, style, and catering options, ranging from down-home country barbecues to formal gourmet dinners.

Accommodations: A full spectrum of on-site lodging include B&B-style guest rooms, deluxe suites, luxury cottages, and glamping tents.

Location: Lower Manhattan at the southern corner of Central Park.

Style: World-famous hotel known for its legendary opulence and glamour, with stunning details like Art Deco crystal chandeliers that replicate those found at the Palace of Versailles.

Accommodations: Ultra-luxurious legacy penthouse suites, and elegant guest rooms and multi-room suites.

Location: nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains overlooking Lake Glenville

Style: This rustic farmstead getaway offers picture-perfect event spaces, including a hilltop pergola and the Chimney Pond Meadow, surrounded by neat rows of Christmas trees, and a stylishly rustic reception barn highlighted by Tuscan lights and globe chandeliers.

Accommodations: The on-site Farmhouse sleeps 16–20 adults, and the nearby village of Cashiers offers hotels, B&Bs, and other lodging options.

Location: Walking distance from beautiful Blowing Rock, NC.

Style: Expansive resort tucked among serene woodlands, boasting indoor and outdoor event spaces that include lakefront tents, lush lawns, open hillside pastures, and elegant ballrooms, all with incredible Blue Ridge Mountain views.

Accommodations: Rustic-chic 42-room lodge, cozy and historic 8-room B&B, and plenty of standalone rental condos.

Location: In the Blue Ridge Mountains a little over an hour from Asheville.

Style: Striking 10,000-square-foot Scottish-inspired castle with three sprawling floors, multiple terraces and balconies, and an iconic tower, surrounded by verdant lawns and mountain vistas.

Accommodations: 33 vacation rental homes and condos five minutes away at Bear Lake Reserve, including one luxurious rental reserved exclusively for Castle Ladyhawke guests.

Location: 2 hours north of Asheville in the charming town of Highlands.

Style: European-style resort with multiple dreamy event venues, including an all-white wedding garden, an apple orchard, a rustic trout pond with fountain and bridal bridge, and the Orchard House, which boasts soaring pine wood ceilings and massive glass doors that open to lush English-style gardens.

Accommodations: Historic inn with 93 plush guest rooms and suites, along with stand-alone lodges, cottages, and estate homes—all less than 10 minutes from the event venue.

Location: South of the Great Smoky Mountains and Nantahala National Forest.

Style: Serene, private village situated on 54 acres, with romantic ceremonies in an arbor or a garden, on a covered bridge, beside a creek, or in an open-air pavilion.

Accommodations: Lodging for 90 between the main house, studio, and cottages.

Location: Between Gold Beach and Brookings on a 60-foot bluff overlooking the Pacific.

Style: Wed on one of three private beaches at this peaceful, secluded resort, which boasts on-site vacation homes with splendid ocean vistas, hot tubs, private decks, and beach access.

Accommodations: Charming on-site vacation homes can accommodate up to 45 guests

Location: Situated on the scenic Powell Buttes just outside of Bend

Style: Award-winning resort set on 1,800 acres that seamlessly blends rustic-chic elements with high desert style, picturesque landscapes and vistas, luxurious amenities, and fabulous year-round activities.

Accommodations: choose from the Ranch House suites and guestrooms to family (and dog!) friendly cabins.

Location: In the heart of the Willamette Valley in Newberg, OR.

Style: Exquisite full-service hotel set on 35 pristine hillside acres, with event spaces ranging from lush outdoor gardens to thoughtfully designed indoor spaces that open onto sprawling al fresco terraces overlooking grapevines.

Accommodations: 77 guest rooms and 8 plush suites.

Location: set in an alpine tree-lined canyon among the magnificent Siskiyoun Mountains.

Style: After saying "I do" on a spacious lawn, backed by a sparkling waterfall, toast with your loved ones on the al fresco dining deck, or in one of the rustic-chic event spaces.

Accommodations: 19 rooms, some of which include jacuzzi tubs, fireplaces, and patios!

Location: Situated on over 135 acres of the lushly wooded Pocono Mountains.

Style: Serene, all-inclusive Inn and Clubhouse nestled on the banks of a private lake, offering exquisite al fresco events on the rolling lawns, romantic receptions in the sun-drenched dining rooms, and delectable menus highlighted by locally sourced specialties.

Accommodations: 58 pristine guest rooms and suites in the Lodge are joined by multiple spacious rental homes with four to six bedrooms each. Most have the option of an included meal plan.

Location: Along the white sand shores of Myrtle Beach

Style: Romantic oceanfront getaway perfect for events of all sizes and styles, from an intimate toes-in-the-sand ceremony to a breezy cocktail hour on the lawn to a grand reception with spectacular ocean views in the expansive Seaside Vista Ballroom.

Accommodations: 387 guest rooms and suites.

Location: In the heart of North Myrtle Beach.

Style: Lovely outdoor ceremonies—either held in the stunning courtyard with its dramatic water features or right on the sandy beach—are followed by dinner catered by seasoned pros who specialize in comforting classics with an upscale twist and dancing under the ballroom's soaring ceiling.

Accommodations: 5 minutes from multiple beachfront resorts and vacation rentals.

Location: Just a short drive from historic Charleston.

Style: Luxurious resort with versatile event spaces that cover everything from casual beachfront celebrations to elegant and formal receptions.

Accommodations: On-site rooms and suites, private condos, and beach house rentals.

Location: 15 minutes north of Traveler's Rest perched on a hilltop surrounded by vineyards

Fab Features: modern, European-inspired hotel • the interior impresses with Old-world materials like hand-hewn beams and iron are paired with luxurious designer upholstery, textiles and accessories • al fresco celebrations in the manicured gardens overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains

Accommodations: 13 plush guest rooms and suites, with amenities like an outdoor saltwater pool, golf courses, and an in-house restaurant.

Location: In the foothills of the Smoky Mountains outside Gatlinburg.

Style: Charming Victorian-style inn set on 60 acres of rolling hills, where you can celebrate al fresco with exquisite Smoky Mountain panoramas or move inside the Inn to the inviting dining room, where picture windows offer plentiful alpine views.

Accommodations: 12 guest rooms and 5 cottages sleep up to 42 people.

Location: Minutes outside of downtown Nashville.

Style: 1920s Georgian-style mansion set on 55 acres with an array of cultural—and horticultural—splendors ranging from the Japanese gardens to a museum full of rare artifacts to a sparkling reflecting pool.

Accommodations: Plenty of options in nearby Nashville.

Location: Set atop a 150-foot cliff overlooking the Brazos River.

Style: This one-of-a-kind 14-acre private ranch boasts six unique and breathtaking event spaces, each offering invigorating views, lush landscaping, and natural backdrops for an unforgettable wedding weekend.

Accommodations: 36 individual rooms and suites in cabins and a lodge, accommodating 86 overnight guests.

Location: Along the Brazos River 30 minutes from Waco.

Style: Romance reigns at this tranquil, 550-acre retreat, where you can celebrate your first kiss in a picture-perfect historic chapel, toast your nuptials with beachy vibes on the tranquil, sandy banks of the River, and dine & dance among the palm tree-framed ponds.

Accommodations: Quirky, cozy lodgings for up to 100 guests throughout the estate, ranging from the luxe, 16-bedroom Main Lodge to sweet cabins to a secluded Boat House perched above the river.

Location: Situated on 20 creekside acres halfway between Houston and San Antonio.

Style: Wide-open spaces offer a perfect al fresco backdrop for oak-shaded ceremonies and sunset cocktail hours, while indoors, the airy modern barn boasts breathtaking chandeliers, and beautifully appointed dressing suites create a luxurious vibe.

Accommodations: 8 private King Cottages, a honeymoon suite, and plenty of RV hookups.

Location: Perched on 2,500 acres overlooking the classic New England Village of Stowe.

Style: Austrian-inspired mountain lodge with exquisite spaces that range from the outdoor concert stage to the elegant post-and-beam Mozart Room, fantastic on-site eateries, and endless outdoor activities.

Accommodations: 96 rooms and suites in the Main Lodge, 18 luxurious Villas, and 100 Guest House chalets.

Location: 30 minutes east of Seattle.

Style: Forest venue along the Raging River providing picturesque events with a backdrop of towering trees, lush plantings, a cedar-lined Pond Room, and a tentable deck.

Accommodations: 6 iconic treehouses and a central Lodge.

Location: Set at the foot of the Colonel Bob Wilderness Area near the Olympic National Park.

Style: A working ranch with a rustic-chic barn for indoor celebrations and acres of sprawling meadows and a sparkling lake with a gorgeous mountain backdrop.

Accommodations: The cozy ranch-style cedar rambler house can sleep up to 14 guests.

Location: 45 minutes from Portland, Oregon.

Style: Luxurious lodge set on 175 wooded acres where you can exchange vows on a spacious stone pedestal against a panoramic mountain backdrop or inside the open-air pavilion with its natural maple wood beams, indoor and outdoor fireplaces, and café lighting.

Accommodations: Forest view rooms, chic suites, or opt to stay in one of their fabulous treehouses.

Distinct Locations holds the keys to the most exclusive destination wedding venues in California's Napa and Sonoma Wine Country. From estates and ranches to wineries with incredible vineyard views, their venues are intimate and private—yet conveniently accessible for your guests. Knowing your preferences, Distinct Locations will not only help you find the ideal location for your wedding, but also introduce you to their network of local vendors. When the big day finally arrives, all aspects of the property will be in perfect harmony—and you'll know you are in the perfect place.

Venue: Calamigos Ranch Malibu