Wedding Gallery at DoubleTree San Pedro | Chelsey & Lorenzo
Photos by Lulan
Wedding Photography at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Pedro - Port of Los Angeles
A Waterfront Wedding at the Port of Los Angeles
Located along the scenic Los Angeles Harbor, the DoubleTree by Hilton San Pedro – Port of Los Angeles offers couples a beautiful waterfront setting for weddings in Southern California. With views of Cabrillo Marina, flexible indoor ballrooms, and outdoor terraces overlooking the harbor, the venue provides a unique blend of coastal charm and classic hotel elegance.
This wedding gallery highlights a celebration at the DoubleTree San Pedro, capturing moments from the ceremony, portraits by the marina, and a lively reception inside one of the venue’s elegant ballrooms.
A Wedding Day by the Harbor
One of the defining features of a wedding at the DoubleTree San Pedro is its waterfront atmosphere. The venue sits directly along Cabrillo Marina, giving couples easy access to harbor views, sailboats, and coastal light that creates a beautiful backdrop for portraits throughout the day.
The hotel itself offers multiple ceremony and reception locations, allowing couples to design a wedding timeline that flows naturally from outdoor moments to indoor celebration.
Ceremony by the Water
Outdoor ceremonies here often take place on terraces or patios that overlook the marina. These spaces create a relaxed Southern California vibe, combining ocean air with expansive harbor views.
Harbor Portraits
After the ceremony, couples can step just a few minutes from the venue to capture portraits along the waterfront. The docks, sailboats, and open sky create a setting that feels cinematic and coastal—perfect for editorial-style wedding photography.
Ballroom Reception
Inside the hotel, receptions typically take place in one of the event ballrooms. The Madeo Ballroom, one of the venue’s largest spaces, features elegant décor and panoramic views of the water, making it ideal for dinner, speeches, and dancing.
Why Couples Choose DoubleTree San Pedro for Weddings
The DoubleTree San Pedro is one of the larger wedding venues in the San Pedro and Long Beach area. Its combination of waterfront scenery and hotel amenities makes it particularly convenient for destination weddings or large guest lists.
Large Event Capacity
The venue offers more than 16,000 square feet of event space and can host weddings with hundreds of guests, depending on the room configuration.
Outdoor ceremonies can accommodate large celebrations, while indoor ballrooms can host receptions with extensive dining and dance floor layouts.
Multiple Event Spaces
The hotel includes numerous event rooms and terraces that allow couples to host everything from rehearsal dinners to next-day brunches in one location.
Convenient Guest Accommodations
With more than 200 guest rooms on site, the hotel allows wedding guests to stay at the same location as the celebration, simplifying logistics for out-of-town attendees.
What Couples Say About the Venue
Couples who host weddings at DoubleTree San Pedro frequently highlight three things:
Beautiful harbor views
Many reviews mention the unique marina setting, where event spaces overlook boats docked along the harbor.
Helpful staff and coordination
Guests often describe the event team as responsive and supportive in organizing the wedding day.
Convenience for guests
Room blocks, hotel amenities, and nearby attractions make it easy for family and friends to enjoy the entire weekend celebration.
Venue Details
Venue: DoubleTree by Hilton San Pedro – Port of Los Angeles
Address: 2800 Via Cabrillo Marina, San Pedro, CA 90731
Location Highlights
Waterfront views of Cabrillo Marina
Close to Long Beach and Palos Verdes
About 30 minutes from downtown Los Angeles
Event Features
Over 16,000 sq ft of event space
Indoor ballrooms and outdoor terraces
Capacity for large weddings and receptions
Why this venue photographs so well
This property sits along the marina/harbor area, which means you get clean waterfront backgrounds, open sky, and reflective light that stays flattering later into the afternoon than many inland venues. Many guest rooms and event spaces look out toward the harbor, which helps with both getting-ready photos and sunset portraits. (WeddingWire)
From an event-design standpoint, it’s also built for weddings: the hotel advertises substantial total event space and a large ballroom option (commonly referenced as the Madeo Ballroom), making it workable for medium-to-large guest counts. (Hilton)
The best photo locations on-site
1) Marina-facing exteriors
Use these for wide establishing shots and couple portraits with boats/water behind you. Aim for late afternoon when the light softens.
2) Courtyard / open-air walkways
Great for ceremony coverage and clean editorial portraits (especially if you’re going for bright, minimal, magazine-like frames). (The venue is often shown with a courtyard-style ceremony setup.) (Here Comes The Guide)
3) Lobby + transitional spaces
These are ideal for quick “in-between” storytelling moments: hugs, first looks, and candid family interactions—especially if the timeline is tight or weather changes.
4) Ballroom reception images (night look)
Ballrooms photograph best when you lean into contrast: candles, uplighting, and intentional pockets of light. If you’re investing in florals, ask for a few statement pieces that read well from across the room (suspended elements, tall centerpieces, or a strong sweetheart-table install). (Hilton)
Nearby portrait spots if you want variety
If you have 20–40 minutes for off-site portraits (and transportation is simple), these locations add strong “San Pedro” character:
Korean Bell of Friendship – coastal overlook + dramatic lines
Cabrillo Beach – relaxed shoreline portraits
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium – quick, family-friendly stop with nearby coastal backgrounds
Angels Gate Park – greenery + ocean-facing views
Point Fermin Park – cliffs + coastal paths
Sample 8-hour wedding photography timeline
Adjust the start time based on your ceremony, but this structure is reliable:
1:30 Details + getting ready
2:30 First look (optional)
3:00 Wedding party + immediate family
division
4:00 Touch-ups + hideaway
4:30 Ceremony
5:00 Congratulations + group photos
5:30 Cocktail hour candids + room detail photos
6:10 Sunset couple portraits (10–20 min)
6:30 Grand entrance + first dances
7:00 Dinner + toasts
8:00 Open dance floor + night portraits
9:30 Exit / final moments
Vendors
Photography & Videography by Lulan Studio
Venue: DoubleTree San Pedro
Coordinator: Maddie Smith
