Ventura Beach Marriott Wedding Photography
Fully renovated in 2019 and set within 200 yards of Ventura Beach, the Ventura Beach Marriott pairs a full-service, 286-room hotel with direct access to the sand. Couples choosing this venue get the scale of a major ballroom alongside the option of a barefoot, beachside ceremony next to San Buenaventura State Beach.
Why Couples Love Ventura Beach Marriott
Couples love having the beach and a full-service hotel in the same address — a ceremony with toes in the sand, cocktail hour beside a waterfall in the tropical courtyard, and a reception in a ballroom built for 850, all without a single vendor transfer. With 286 rooms and 16 suites, it’s also an easy choice for out-of-town guests.
Getting Ready at Ventura Beach Marriott
With 286 rooms and 16 suites, wedding parties have plenty of options for getting ready on-site, many with ocean-adjacent views. Being within 200 yards of the beach means there’s no long drive between hair-and-makeup and the ceremony.
Couple’s Session
Portraits can move between two very different settings just steps apart — bare sand and open horizon at San Buenaventura State Beach, then the tropical courtyard’s waterfall and greenery for a completely different mood. Both are useful year-round given Ventura’s mild coastal climate.
Wedding Ceremony
Couples choose between a beachside ceremony, barefoot in the sand next to San Buenaventura State Beach, or the lush tropical courtyard, where a waterfall and fireplace set a warmer, more sheltered scene. Both options are a short walk from the hotel’s event spaces.
Wedding Reception
The San Buenaventura Ballroom offers 5,936 square feet and holds up to 850 guests reception-style, making it one of the larger ballroom options in Ventura. For a more intimate gathering, the tropical courtyard also works as an outdoor reception space around its waterfall and fireplace.
Sample Wedding Day Timeline
1:00 PM — Getting ready in a Marriott suite
2:00 PM — First look and portraits on the beach
2:45 PM — Wedding party photos in the tropical courtyard
3:30 PM — Ceremony on the sand
4:00 PM — Cocktail hour by the waterfall
5:00 PM — Reception in the San Buenaventura Ballroom
6:30 PM — Golden-hour portraits
8:00 PM — Dancing and send-off
Ventura Beach Marriott Wedding Galleries
Planning a Wedding at Ventura Beach Marriott?
The Ventura Beach Marriott is a beachfront hotel fully renovated in 2019, within 200 yards of Ventura Beach. Below are a few common planning questions, plus how to check our availability.
How many guests can Ventura Beach Marriott accommodate?
The San Buenaventura Ballroom holds up to 850 guests reception-style, making it one of the largest ballroom options in Ventura.
Can we have a beach ceremony?
Yes. Couples can choose a beachside ceremony, barefoot in the sand next to San Buenaventura State Beach, or the tropical courtyard with its waterfall and fireplace.
How many guest rooms does the hotel have?
The hotel has 286 rooms and 16 suites, all part of a 2019 renovation, making it easy to host out-of-town guests for the whole weekend.
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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