Claremont Club and Spa, A Fairmont Hotel 41 Tunnel Road • Berkeley • California 94705

The brilliant white, castle-like Claremont Club and Spa, A Fairmont Hotel has been a Bay Area landmark since 1915 when it debuted. Spread over 22 acres, the hotel is set high in the Berkeley Hills and commands one of the best views in the Bay Area. Along with its panoramic vista, the hotel's grand design, fragrant rose gardens and luxurious amenities have made it a perennial favorite for weddings.

Couples can host their entire event here, from a rehearsal dinner to a sublime honeymoon in a grand suite. The Lanai Room is a lovely indoor ceremony space and, when combined with the adjoining outdoor balcony, offers great photo opportunities. A variety of ballrooms—each with its own distinctive ambiance—accommodate groups of various sizes, so whether you're having an intimate gathering or a gala reception you'll find one that's ideal for your event.

The Claremont also boasts over 20,000 square feet of event space, plus three pools and 10 tennis courts. You'll definitely want to spend some time being pampered at the spa, where services include facials, hairstyling, manicures, pedicures and makeup application, ensuring that you'll be picture-perfect on your wedding day.

Planning your event here is stress-free, thanks to a team of wedding experts. And after the festivities wind down, you'll find an atmosphere of relaxation in the Claremont's guest rooms, which were renovated in 2015. All feature plush bathrobes, flat screen TVs, and WiFi. Many also provide exceptional views of San Francisco Bay.

Conceived as an English estate, this historic hotel and grounds have surrounded guests with elegance, sophistication and charm for nearly a century. So, whether you come here to get married in style or simply enjoy a delectable dinner for two, the Claremont is a peaceful and romantic retreat from the world.