Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa 25135 Park Lantern • Dana Point • California 92629
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- This AAA Four Diamond luxury retreat sits atop iconic Dana Point, where it commands jaw-dropping views of the surrounding emerald-green parks, bustling marina, and the boundless blue water. The resort's fabulous amenities match its surroundings, boasting plush accommodations, an award-winning spa, and a dedicated team of wedding pros to help you bring your dream day to life.
- Sweeping panoramas of the "California Riviera"—mountains, sea, and white sandy shores—are the highlight of each of three al fresco venues. Lush greenery surrounding the Del Mar Lawn creates a feeling of seclusion, the Vue Lawn treats guests to a colorful parade of yachts and sailboats, and the Laguna Brick's intimate patio captures glorious panoramic seascapes. There's ample space for an entirely outdoor soiree, with the sparkling stars and city lights dancing alongside you.
- Cocktails might unfold poolside, with guests enjoying locally inspired nibbles and handcrafted drinks as the sun dips towards the sea. Indoor/outdoor pre-function spaces invite the celebration to flow seamlessly from al fresco mingling to dinner in the ballrooms, where a fresh, neutral palette and clean gold fixtures exude an elegant, coastal-chic appeal. Equally impressive is the award-winning catering that puts a new spin on California cuisine.
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DEALS: What discounts, special offers, or packages are available here?
Coming Soon: The Ocean Cliffs at Dana Point!
In 2027, the "landmark coastal resort will undergo a comprehensive reimagination featuring expanded event venues, a redesigned arrival experience, a signature restaurant concept, and enhanced resort amenities." Highlights include:
- An expanded event lawn, located adjacent to the Richard Henry Dana Ballroom
- New central pool with locally inspired food & beverage options
- Refreshed arrival spaces to showcase the property's bluff-meets-sea setting
- Indoor/outdoor pre-function areas
- And more!
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Ceremony Fee
- $6,250–8,750/event
The ceremony package includes white garden chairs, a water station, tables & a riser, two getting ready rooms, a mic/speaker package, a rehearsal, AND a couple’s spa massage at the Spa at Laguna Cliffs!
Package Prices
- $183–225/person
Reception packages include:
- 1-hour cocktail hour with deluxe hosted bar and tray-passed hors d'oeuvres
- Plated, buffet, or stations-style menu
- Tableside wine service with dinner
- Sparkling wine or cider toast
- Custom-designed wedding cake with cutting
- Tableside coffee & tea service
- Tables, gold Chiavari chairs, linens, votives, dance floor, and staging
- Complimentary oceanview guest room for the wedding couple
Outside catering packages range $45–100/person, which applies to your food & beverage minimum.
Food & Beverage Minimum
- $4,000–70,000/event
- Food & Beverage minimum varies depending on:
- Day of week
- Time of day
- Space reserved
F&B minimums vary depending on the venue selected, day of the week, and time of day.
Richard Henry Dana Ballroom
Half Ballroom | 220 guests | $22,000–40,000
Three Sections | 350 guests | $27,000–55,000
Full Ballroom | 600 guests | $30,000–70,000Intimate Indoor Venues
Capistrano Room | 40 guests | $4,000–8,000
Lantern Bay | 70 guests | $6,800–10,000Outdoor Venues
Vue Lawn | 600 guests | $18,000–40,000
Del Mar Lawn | 450 guests | $16,000–28,000
Laguna Brick | 150 guests | $14,000–25,000
Service Charge or Gratuity
- 25%
GUEST COUNT: How many people can we have here? What’s the max capacity?
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 600 | 600 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 900 | 900 |
| Reception | Seated | 600 | 600 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 1000. | ||
CEREMONY CAPACITY: Indoors, the hotel holds up to 600 seated indoors or outdoors on the lawn. Smaller spaces are also available.
EVENT/RECEPTION CAPACITY: Indoor spaces accommodate 30–600 seated, or 40–900 standing. Outdoors, the site holds up to 600 seated or 900 standing.
MEETING CAPACITY: Several rooms accommodate up to 1,000 guests seated theater-style.
Venue Info & FAQs
OPTIONS: What kinds of events can we have here?
- All-Inclusive
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- Outdoor Reception
- Small Wedding
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
- On-Site Accommodations
- Late Night
POLICIES: What are the food, alcohol, music, and other rules here?
Price
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Catering
In-house
Preferred list
Outside catering for cultural weddings is available with preferred caterers.
Alcohol
In-house
BYO with corkage fee
Outside wine allowed with corkage fee only, BYO liquor not permitted.
Amplified Music
Indoors
Outdoors
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair accessible
Availability
Year-round, daily, until midnight indoors and 10:00 PM outdoors
STYLE: What’s the style and overall vibe of this venue?
Buildings & other settings available:
- Ballroom
- Garden
- Hotel
- Resort / Spa
- Beach / Ocean
- Patio / Deck / Terrace
VIEWS: What kind of views does this place have?
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Forest / Woods
- Garden
- Landscaped Grounds
- Mountains
- Ocean / Bay
- Panoramic
- Park
- Pool Area
AMENITIES: What services and amenities are available here?
Feel like a VIP with these services and amenities:
Catering: in-house or BYO with approval
Kitchen Facilities: service area
Tables & Chairs: provided
Linens, Silver, etc.: provided
Restrooms: wheelchair accessible
Dance Floor: provided
Dressing Area: yes
AV/Meeting Equipment: AV equip. provided
Parking: valet
Accommodations: 371 guest rooms
Outdoor Night Lighting: yes, for an additional fee
Outdoor Cooking Facilities: BBQ and fire pits
Cleanup: provided
View: Pacific Ocean, Dana Point Harbor, mountains, coastline
RESTRICTIONS: What limitations or restrictions should we know about here?
Take note of the following limitations!
Alcohol: in-house, or BYO wine with corkage
Smoking: outdoors only
Music: amplified OK
Wheelchair Access: yes
Insurance: not required
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
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