Hotel Casa del Mar Wedding Photography
Hotel Casa del Mar has stood at 1910 Ocean Way since 1926, an Italian Renaissance Revival landmark and one of only two hotels in Los Angeles County built directly on the sand. Couples have their choice of The Conservatory, the al fresco Palm Terrace, and the beachside Colonnade Ballroom, with the option of a full hotel buyout for a truly private celebration.
Why Couples Love Hotel Casa del Mar
Few Santa Monica venues offer this level of scale and privacy at once. The Colonnade Ballroom holds up to 450 guests, making it one of the most extravagant reception spaces on the coast, and couples who want the whole property to themselves can arrange a full hotel buyout for the weekend.
Getting Ready at Hotel Casa del Mar
The ocean-view bridal suite sets the tone from the first moment of the day, with natural light and Pacific views for getting-ready portraits. The hotel’s 1926 Italian Renaissance Revival details — arched windows, warm stucco, wrought iron — carry through every corner used for preparation.
Couple’s Session
Portraits move easily between The Conservatory’s garden-like interior, the al fresco Palm Terrace, and the sand just beyond the property line. Being one of only two beachfront hotels in LA County means couples can go from manicured architecture to open ocean in the same short walk.
Wedding Ceremony
Ceremonies at the Palm Terrace take place al fresco, with the ocean air and palm-lined setting as a backdrop. Couples who want sand underfoot can also exchange vows beachside, just steps from the Colonnade Ballroom.
Wedding Reception
The Colonnade Ballroom is Hotel Casa del Mar’s largest and most extravagant reception space, accommodating up to 450 guests just steps from the beach. For couples who want the entire property, a full hotel buyout turns Casa del Mar into a private venue for the whole celebration.
Sample Wedding Day Timeline
1:00 PM — Getting ready in the ocean-view bridal suite
2:00 PM — First look and portraits in The Conservatory
2:45 PM — Wedding party photos on the Palm Terrace
3:30 PM — Ceremony on the Palm Terrace
4:00 PM — Cocktail hour along the beach
5:00 PM — Reception begins in the Colonnade Ballroom
6:30 PM — Golden-hour portraits on the sand
8:00 PM — Dancing and send-off
Hotel Casa del Mar Wedding Galleries
Planning a Wedding at Hotel Casa del Mar?
Hotel Casa del Mar is a 1926 Italian Renaissance Revival landmark at 1910 Ocean Way, one of only two hotels in Los Angeles County built directly on the sand. Below are a few common planning questions, plus how to check our availability.
How many guests can Hotel Casa del Mar accommodate?
The beachside Colonnade Ballroom, the venue’s largest and most extravagant space, holds up to 450 guests for a reception.
Can we book the entire hotel for our wedding?
Yes. A full hotel buyout is available for couples who want Hotel Casa del Mar exclusively for their private celebration, from ceremony through send-off.
Where do couples get ready on the property?
The ocean-view bridal suite is a favorite starting point, with natural light and Pacific views that make for relaxed, easy getting-ready portraits.
How do we check your availability?
Inquire availability or schedule a call — we respond within minutes. You can also review rates and collections.
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