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Updated Mar 06, 202513 Spectacular Newport Beach Wedding Venues to Suit Every Style
Say "I do" with a side of sparkling sea views.
There are dozens of gorgeous oceanfront wedding venues in California, and a few of our favorites can be found in the beautiful city of Newport Beach in Orange County. What's more, many of our top picks that make up the Newport Beach wedding venues offer serene ocean views and a handful of different event spaces to choose from, including lawns, gardens, terraces, rooftops, ballrooms and even the beach itself. This is especially important since it offers couples searching for their perfect wedding venue some flexibility depending on their individual preferences and budget. Of course, indoor spaces can also come in handy in the cooler months, when it may be too chilly to host an outdoor wedding.
Without further ado, keep scrolling to discover our favorite Newport Beach wedding venues. Bonus: Most of them can be found directly on The Knot Vendor Marketplace, which allows to-be-weds to search for, discover and connect with thousands of wedding vendors and venues so that they can arrange tours, ask important questions and ultimately book their dream venue.
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach in Newport Beach, California
This resort-style hotel and Newport Beach wedding venue, adjacent to the stunning Upper Newport Bay Nature Reserve, is set on 26 scenic acres of land dotted with swaying palms and lush succulents. The property boasts several on-site event spaces, including romantic open-air gardens, spectacular terraces and lavish ballrooms. Couples can also choose from an array of menu options and packages depending on their individual preferences and budget. With all this in mind, it's safe to say this property is one of the very best wedding venues in Newport Beach.
Rogue Collective in Newport Beach, California
Rogue Collective is one of our favorite Newport Beach wedding reception venues for its versatile event spaces. The largest room, The Hub, spans around 2,000 square feet and features colorful design elements. For smaller affairs— microweddings included—opt for The Blue Room or The Studio, both of which serve as blank canvases for you to decorate (perhaps you love a beach theme?). Last but not least is the outdoor space, aptly called The Yard, which features twinkling Nistor lighting, picnic-style sweating, and games like corn hole and bocce ball.
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VEA Newport Beach, A Marriott Resort & Spa in Newport Beach, California
This luxury resort actually pulls double duty as one of the best outdoor wedding venues in Newport Beach. Exchange vows or opt to host your reception out on one of the sprawling lawns, including the Seaview Terrace Ocean Lawn, a circular-shaped pavilion with sweeping ocean vistas that can accommodate up to 400. There are also ample expansive terraces and opulent ballrooms to choose from, along with the indoor-outdoor Marea Canvas.
Lido House, Autograph Collection in Newport Beach, California
With 15,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event spaces, the coastal-chic Lido House, Autograph Collection offers several different venues to choose from. The two serene lawn areas are ideal for al fresco ceremonies and cocktail receptions, while the 3,000-square-foot Boathouse Ballroom features a gorgeous contemporary aesthetic complete with light wood flooring, white brick accent walls, shiplap ceilings and metallic light fixtures. Those craving an outdoor wedding reception need not look further than the 3,000-square-foot Topside Roof Deck, which offers postcard-worthy views of the city and the water.
The Pacific Club in Newport Beach, California
As one of the best country club wedding venues in Newport Beach, CA, The Pacific Club offers an elegant ambiance, stunning spaces, top-notch service and mouthwatering catering options. The beautiful ballroom, which offers floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the lakeside ceremony venue, makes the perfect backdrop for any wedding celebration.
Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel
The Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel can accommodate weddings of any size, from intimate festivities to larger affairs featuring as many as 750 guests. While there is an abundance of event spaces to choose from at this resort, we're partial to the Bay Laurel Ballroom, which features a dazzling crystal chandelier and a bright white dance floor, and the lush courtyard outfitted with glimmering lights. The white gondola, where you can say "I do" surrounded by your nearest and dearest, deserves an honorable mention, too.
Balboa Bay Resort in Newport Beach, California
SItuated along the coast, Balboa Bay Resort is a classic California wedding venue where couples can take their pick of six distinct spaces, some of which are waterfront. The 7,000-square-foot Grand Ballroom, which can accommodate up to 450, exudes elegance, while the indoor-outdoor, sun-drenched Lighthouse (max: 130 guests) features a prime waterfront locale, an attached small lounge and private patio equipped with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit. Outdoor ceremonies take place on Bayfront Lawn, which, you guessed it, offers picture-perfect bay views plus seating for up to 300. Smaller weddings can be held in the cozy Library (max: 50 guests), equipped with a fireplace, built-in bookcases, direct patio access, plenty of natural light and sweeping harbor views. The waterfront Bay View Room, meanwhile, can hold up to 120 people and offers crisp white walls, a private lobby area and a spacious private terrace. Last but not least is the Commodore room, which offers just over 2,000 square feet of space, including an outdoor terrace, to accommodate up to 100 guests.
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Balboa Inn in Newport Beach, California
A Newport Beach wedding doesn't have to cost a small fortune—that is, if you choose the right venue. Enter Balboa Inn, which, with packages starting at $2,500, is among the most affordable options in town. Just steps away from the sea, the venue offers a tranquil oceanview terrace that's perfect for ceremonies. Before or after the ceremony, guests can mingle in the Mediterranean-inspired courtyard, which exudes romance with its gorgeous tilework, potted psalm and adobe walls. Finally, it's off to the Siena Ballroom or Siena Grand Dining Room to keep the party going for hours on end.
Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort in Newport Beach, California
A beach wedding venue doesn't have to break the bank or feel super-fancy or stuffy: Just take Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort, which offers beautiful albeit casual beach weddings for up to 350 guests total—that is, at a wallet-friendly price. While couples may choose to exchange vows directly on the sand, they can also tie the knot under the gazebo or the lawn. Other equally incredible options include the Black Bay Bistro room (which offers elegant interiors and an outdoor terrace with breathtaking bay views), the grassy Marina Terrace or one of three picture-perfect pavilions.
Newport Beach Marriott Bayview in Newport Beach, California
At the Newport Beach Marriott Bayview, couples can choose from almost 4,000 square feet of event space to utilize for their special day. Overlooking the Newport Beach Back Ba, the palm-fringed outdoor garden and lawn areas serve as a perfect backdrop for exchanging vows. In between drinking and dancing in one of the ballrooms, you—and your guests—will enjoy SoCal-inspired cuisine.
Pendry Newport Beach in Newport Beach, California
This newly opened Newport Beach hotspot—which debuted in September 2023—will surely delight with its stunning event spaces, which are ideal for saying "I do." The three natural light-filled private salon areas, each equipped with outdoor terraces, are well-suited for cocktail hours or pre-ceremony mingling. The Gallery offers additional pre-event space—3,900 square feet of it, to be exact. There's also the 4,800-square-foot Event Lawn for al fresco ceremonies and the 8,700-square-foot Grand Ballroom (which includes the aforementioned salons) for formal receptions.
Paséa Hotel & Spa in Huntington Beach, California
This chic oceanfront hotel in beautiful Huntington Beach—an easy 10-minute drive from Newport Beach—offers four gorgeous on-site wedding venues for couples to choose from. The Ocean Lawn & Terrace spans 14,600 square feet to accommodate up to 800 guests, and the panoramic ocean views and al fresco fire pits are just the icing on the cake. There's also the 8,400-square-foot, ultra-elegant Sapphire Ballroom (max: 550 guests), which offers beautiful vaulted ceilings and a pre-function space opening up to the outdoors. The 3,450-square-foot Blue Room & Terrace can host up to 150 guests and features hardwood floors and floor-to-ceiling convertible window panels. It's also worth noting that the Paséa team has expensive experience planning and organizing South Asian weddings.
The Waterfront Beach Resort, a Hilton Hotel in Huntington Beach, California
The Waterfront Beach Resort, A Hilton Hotel in Huntington Beach, is, hands-down, one of our favorite beach wedding venues thanks to its jaw-dropping ocean views from pretty much any angle. Those looking to have a beach wedding will love this expansive property, which offers a whopping 50,000 square feet of event space, including the massive Breakwater Ballroom (max: 650 people), with its airy white aesthetic complete with a sparkling chandelier—note there are also smaller ballrooms available depending on the size of your party—several lush lawns, a terrace and a courtyard.
