Hyatt Carmel Highlands 120 Highlands Drive • Carmel • California 93923
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- Perched on a cliff overlooking the breathtaking Big Sur coastline, this historic property has been making couples’ dreams come true for the last 100 years—and today it’s still an epic wedding destination that takes pride in their impeccable service, world-class cuisine, and dramatic ocean views. Your guests will love the plush lodgings, which feature garden or ocean views and exceptional contemporary comforts—like a private balcony, fireplace, and Jacuzzi tub.
- Imagine exchanging vows on a romantic, open-air redwood deck, bounded by glass railings for unobstructed views of the sea. As the waves crash on the rocky bluff below, your guests take in the stunning panorama of the blue Pacific, edged with lush hillside gardens. Receptions may be held in your choice of elegant spaces, each with floor-to-ceiling windows facing the ocean cliffs (and sunsets and starscapes!).
- The views are only rivaled by the extraordinary fresh and sustainable local fare served up by the hotel’s experienced culinary team. They’ll create a custom menu just for you (including delicious desserts!) and also help you choose your service style, such as a cocktail + hors d'oeuvres reception, food stations, or plated meals. Plus, their award-winning on-site restaurant, Pacific's Edge, is a fabulous option for your rehearsal dinner or welcome party!
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Highlands Elopement & Proposal Packages
Proposal or Vow Renewal Package
Designed to pop the question or renew your love on the romantic ocean view Wedding Deck, this package includes:
- One-hour use of the Wedding Deck overlooking the Big Sur coast
- Floral Bouquet + petals sprinkled
- Background music
Monday–Thursday proposals are $1,000, and weekend proposals are $1,500, excluding service charge and tax. The package is available to book within 30 days of the proposal or vow renewal. Enhancement options includes rose petals in your hotel suite.
Elopement Package
Designed for 2–20 people, couples exchange vows on a romantic Wedding Deck overlooking the Pacific Ocean. This package includes:
- Limited day-of coordination to assist with the implementation of the event
- Wedding changing room for makeup, hair, and first look
- White folding chairs & cocktail tables with house linens
Elopements are available Thursday–Sunday. The site fee starts at $3,500, is limited to 1.5 hours of event time, and may be booked only within 90 days of saying "I Do."
Available add-ons include officiant, photographer, florals, hors d'oeuvres, and more!
Virtual or In-Person Tours available by appointment. Please call to schedule your tour with their Events Department at 831-622-5461. For other inquiries, please contact Emily Plascencia, Emily.Plascencia@vacationclub.com
Hyatt Carmel Highlands Welcomes LGBTQ+ Weddings:
The iconic Hyatt Carmel Highlands overlooking the Big Sur coastline invites LGBTQ+ couples to take advantage of the hotel’s extraordinary setting and services. Professional wedding specialists will guide you through the planning process, whether you envision an intimate gathering of close friends and family, or a lavish gala.
Please contact the Hyatt Carmel Highlands catering department, and let them customize your celebration, 831-622-5461, Emily.Plascencia@vacationclub.com
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Rental Fee
- $3,500–19,000/event
- Rental fee varies depending on:
- Space reserved
- Package chosen
The rental fee includes:
- 5.5 hours of event time
- Wedding changing room for hair & make-up prep starting at 9am
- Tables, linens, napkins, flatware, glassware, china
- Ceremony chairs and choice of reception chairs (four style options)
- Rehearsal the day before
- Setup and teardown of the event site
- Hotel stay for the newlyweds on the wedding night (with $20,000 catering minimum)
Meals (when priced separately)
- $165/person and up
Plated, buffet, and family-style menus are available, and include a starter, house baked rolls and butter, entrées, and sides. Hors d'oeuvres, dessert, and cake cutting are additional.
Beverage packages range $110–130/person for 5-hour service. open bar throughout your event.
Service Charge or Gratuity
- 22%
Additional Info
Guest Minimums vary based on the season and day of the week. Ceremony-only rentals can be booked within 90 days of your event.
A day-of coordinator is required for all events with a guest count over 20, an event with over 5 vendors, or for a DIY wedding. This ensures that every couple has a stress-free day.
Capacity
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 150 | 150 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 150 | 150 |
| Reception | Seated | 150 | 30 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 120. | ||
CEREMONY CAPACITY: The outdoor Wedding Deck accommodates 150 seated guests. In case of inclement weather, your wedding coordinator can offer options.
EVENT/RECEPTION & MEETING CAPACITY: The property can accommodate 10–150 seated guests indoors. The Wedding Deck hold up to 150 seated outdoors.
Venue Details
Site Uses
- All-Inclusive
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- Outdoor Reception
- LGBTQ+ Friendly
- Elopement Packages
- Small Wedding
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
- On-Site Accommodations
- Late Night
Essential Info
Price
$$ • $$$
Catering
In-house
Alcohol
In-house
BYO with corkage fee
Amplified Music
Indoors
Outdoors
Some restrictions
Wheelchair Access
Access limited
Availability
Year-round, daily, anytime. The outside music curfew is 9pm and the event curfew is 11pm.
Venue Type
Buildings & other settings available:
- Banquet Hall / Events Facility
- Inn / Lodge
- Patio / Deck / Terrace
- Restaurant
- Retreat
- Beach / Ocean
- Hotel
Venue Views
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Forest / Woods
- Garden
- Hills
- Landscaped Grounds
- Ocean / Bay
- Panoramic
Services & Amenities
Feel like a VIP with these services and amenities:
Catering: in-house, no BYO
Kitchen Facilities: n/a
Tables & Chairs: provided
Linens, Silver, etc.: provided
Restrooms: wheelchair accessible
Dance Floor: provided
Dressing Area: provided
AV/Meeting Equipment: full range CBA, extra fee
Parking: self-parking, valet CBA, extra fee
Accommodations: 48 guest rooms
Outdoor Night Lighting: limited
Outdoor Cooking Facilities: n/a
Cleanup: provided
View: ocean, coastline panorama at the gateway to Big Sur
Restrictions
But take note of the following limitations!
Alcohol: in-house
Smoking: non-smoking
Music: amplified restricted
Wheelchair Access: limited
Insurance: required
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Hyatt Carmel Highlands
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