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Top Waterfront Wedding Venues in San Diego, CA
Imagine tying the knot with a stunning waterfront view in San Diego. If you dream of a picture-perfect wedding venue that overlooks the glistening waters of San Diego Bay or the serene Mission Bay, look no further. This city offers a variety of breathtaking waterfront wedding venues that will leave you and your guests in awe. With Tagvenue's vast collection of spaces, you will easily find the perfect space for your special day. So dive into our listings, discover and book your ideal waterfront wedding venue in San Diego and make your wedding day one to remember.
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![Brickyard Terrace at TERI Campus of Life in Near San Diego, CA]()
from $3000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityBrickyard Terrace
200 guestsTERI Campus of LifeNear San Diego, CAPlanning a wedding? We have wedding packages that can include our Sunrise Suite and Founder’s Room for your wedding parties. -
![Ripassi Rooftop at Porto Vista Hotel & Suites in Little Italy, San Diego, CA]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRipassi Rooftop
200 guestsPorto Vista Hotel & SuitesLittle Italy, San Diego, CAPorto Vista Hotel & Suites Ripassi Rooftop, with a capacity of 300 for reception-style events and 200 for seated gatherings, is a versatile venue that suits a wide range of events and celebrations. -
![Beach Boardwalk at Good Life Resorts in Stockton, San Diego, CA]()
from $250
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBeach Boardwalk
100 guestsGood Life ResortsStockton, San Diego, CA3209 Market St, San Diego CA. Located 14 blocks east of Downtown San Diego, the Beach Boardwalk event space is outdoors and located within our Good Life Vacation Rental Resort. -
![Bella Luna Yacht at Bella Luna Yacht in Harbor Island, San Diego, CA]()
from $1050
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBella Luna Yacht
40 guestsBella Luna YachtHarbor Island, San Diego, CAYou will board the Bella Luna at the Harbor Island Sheraton Hotel & Marina and be taken on an enjoyable San Diego Bay cruise featuring photographic points of interest such as the San Diego City Skyline; Maritime Museum ships -
![Sunrise Suite at TERI Campus of Life in Near San Diego, CA]()
from $800
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilitySunrise Suite
30 guestsTERI Campus of LifeNear San Diego, CAA second-floor space for intimate gatherings. There's indoor access to a 180-degree view and wrap-around patio. It includes a full kitchen, bathroom, private dressing room, and outdoor stairs. -
![Mountain View Deck and Suite at TERI Campus of Life in Near San Diego, CA]()
from $1550
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityMountain View Deck and Suite
120 guestsTERI Campus of LifeNear San Diego, CAFeaturing a mountain and sunset view, this indoor-to-outdoor concept includes our Cornfeather Suite. This space features a cement and paver mix-use patio featuring covered pergolas and market lights. -
![Gud Times at Gud Times in Near San Diego, CA]()
from $200
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityGud Times
100 guestsGud TimesNear San Diego, CALocated in East County, San Diego, this versatile venue offers a bright, open space that can suit everything from birthday parties and baby showers to weddings and workshops. -
![The Sanctuary at Good Life Resorts in Stockton, San Diego, CA]()
from $390
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Sanctuary
100 guestsGood Life ResortsStockton, San Diego, CALocated near Downtown San Diego, the Sanctuary is an indoor & outdoor event space located on our Good Life Vacation Rental Hotel Property. Note: There is a 5 hour minimum on this event space. -
![Nolita House at Nolita Hall in Little Italy, San Diego, CA]()
from $3771
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityNolita House
26 guestsNolita HallLittle Italy, San Diego, CAOur fully private event space, Nolita House accommodates up to 50 guests in a cocktail reception format with dining table seating for up to 26 and mixed lounge seating and belly-up bar tables to accommodate an additional -
![Large, Downtown Loft Space at Large, Downtown Loft : Studio Casually in East Village, San Diego, CA]()
from $195
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityLarge, Downtown Loft Space
130 guestsLarge, Downtown Loft : Studio CasuallyEast Village, San Diego, CAOur 2900 sq ft daylight studio is really a one of a kind right in the heart of San Diego! The space features 25 foot heigh ceilings, two lofted areas, three skylights, a full kitchen, bathroom and wall full of east facing -
![Event Tents 1&2 at Tiny House Event Tents in Stockton, San Diego, CA]()
from $220
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEvent Tents 1&2
125 guestsTiny House Event TentsStockton, San Diego, CALocated near Downtown San Diego, the Tiny House Event Tents are an outdoor event space located on our Good Life Vacation Rental Hotel Property. Note: There is a 5 hour minimum on this event space. -
![Entire Venue at Downtown Loft Studio with Natural Light in East Village, San Diego, CA]()
from $175
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
150 guestsDowntown Loft Studio with Natural LightEast Village, San Diego, CAWelcome to our 3300 sq ft natural light studio in the heart of Downtown San Diego’s East Village. Designed with flexibility in mind, this creative space is ideal for a wide range of events.
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Host Your Dream Wedding in One of Our Best Halls
from $12000
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Royal Hall
290
300
Royal Banquet Hall & Conference Center
Miramar, San Diego, CA
At Royal Banquet Hall, we understand the importance of tying the knot in royal style. Our venue offers the perfect setting for your wedding ceremony, followed by a reception in our spacious and sophisticated hall.
from $1000
hire fee / per session
hire fee / per session
Event Space
450
460
Adat Shalom Banquet Hall
Near San Diego, CA
Introducing the Adat Shalom Banquet Hall Event Space, a spacious and open-concept area with the capacity to accommodate up to 270 people in a dining layout.
from $38
per person / per day
per person / per day
Entire Venue
300
500
Blue Night Banquet Hall
Near San Diego, CA
The ‘Paradise Ballroom’ is our exclusive and premier wedding ballroom. At Blue Night Banquet Hall, we strive to provide the highest measure of service through meticulous attention to detail.
from $7000
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hire fee / per session
Entire Venue
250
280
Nova33 Event Center
Mountain View, San Diego, CA
Enter our traditional-style indoor event hall located in Southcrest. The venue features high black ceilings, greenery draping from the chandeliers, and mirrored walls, and be amazed by the splendor and enchanting aura.
from $3750
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The Grand Ballroom
350
375
United Portuguese S.E.S Inc.
La Playa, San Diego, CA
An exceptional space that can be personalized for any event. Parties, weddings, business functions, conferences and everything in-between. Delivered with perfection.
from $4200
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BRICK
220
300
BRICK
Midway District, San Diego, CA
The venue features original exposed brick, vaulted ceilings, open beams, and concrete floors, providing a versatile backdrop for various events. Whether it's a corporate event, wedding ceremony, birthday party, or photoshoot,
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from $500
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Commodore Room
38
50
Bay Club Hotel
Point Loma, San Diego, CA
Commodore Room in Bay Club Hotel is an exquisite function hall to accommodate up to 50 persons, suited both for business purposes as well as unique occasions.
from $1500
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Costa Del Sol
60
100
Porto Vista Hotel & Suites
Little Italy, San Diego, CA
Costa Del Sol at Porto Vista Hotel & Suites, with a capacity of 100 for receptions and 60 for seated events, is a stunning venue illuminated by floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light, offering exquisite
from $2000
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Sunset Terrace
73
96
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort - Carlsba
Near San Diego, CA
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort is an oceanside hotel. On the premise there are guest rooms, meeting and event spaces, a fitness center, and a courtyard with ocean views.
from $2500
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Upper East Bar Terrace
290
300
Margaritaville Hotel
East Village, San Diego, CA
It doesn’t get much more convenient than this. Margaritaville Hotel sits at the edge of Petco Park and Gaslamp District, just blocks from the San Diego Convention Center.
from $2400
per event
per event
Mindful Minimalist Micro Hotel
20
50
Twelve Senses Retreat
Near San Diego, CA
Inspired by Balinese and Japanese architecture, the hotel is the product of multiple architects hailing from Canada, Zimbabwe, and Brazil. Intended to harmonize the twelve human senses according to Rudolf Steiner’s theory,
from $188
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Event Room
30
50
Abpopa Hillcrest
Hillcrest, San Diego, CA
This is an intimate, multi-use urban event space located in the solarium of Abpòpa Hillcrest. Perched atop the hotel, it’s a venue with an extraordinary view for weddings, receptions, corporate meetings, entertainment, art
FAQs about Top Waterfront Wedding Venues in San Diego, CA
In San Diego, prices of waterfront wedding venues average $250 hire fee per hour. The cost varies based on the venue's size and additional services such as catering, floral arrangements, or bridal suites. It may also be influenced by the number and type of event spaces available in the venue, for example, separate areas for the ceremony, reception, and photo sessions. Spaces offering all-inclusive packages are a budget-friendly option for couples seeking a fuss-free experience. Check out typical price ranges in San Diego, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From $175 | to $539 | hire fee per hour |
| From $2500 | to $6000 | hire fee per event |
| From $1500 | to $7000 | minimum spend per event |
You'll find waterfront wedding venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in San Diego, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small waterfront wedding venues | up to 85 guests | prices average $200 hire fee per hour |
| Medium waterfront wedding venues | between 100 and 175 guests | prices average $200 hire fee per hour |
| Large waterfront wedding venues | over 250 guests | prices average $5000 hire fee per event |
Certainly! Here's a list of things to consider when planning a waterfront wedding in San Diego:
- Tide Timings: Check the tidal schedule to ensure the beach is accessible during your ceremony.
- Location: Ensure the venue is easily reachable for your guests, especially if it has boat access.
- Weather: San Diego is mostly sunny, but always check the forecast and consider the season.
- Backup Plan: Always have a Plan B, especially if the weather decides not to cooperate.
- Permits: Some waterfront locations might require special permits for events.
- Venue Facilities: Check if the venue provides essentials like seating, lighting, and restroom facilities.
- View Options: Consider venues with special features like a sunset view for an added romantic touch.
- Parking: Ensure there are ample parking or transportation options for guests.
- Wildlife: Waterfront venues might have birds or other wildlife. Plan accordingly.
- Accommodations: If guests are traveling for your event, look for venues close to hotels or lodging.
- Budget: Waterfront venues can vary in price, so have a clear budget in mind.
- Photography: Ensure the location offers a good backdrop for your wedding photos.
Planning a waterfront wedding is like setting the stage for a dream, and San Diego offers the perfect canvas!
San Diego boasts several neighborhoods that are a dream for waterfront weddings. Each offers its own unique flair:
- La Jolla: Renowned for its elite vibe and panoramic ocean views.
- Coronado: Famous for its pristine beaches and romantic ambiance.
- Harbor Island: Ideal for those who dream of nautical weddings, with venues right next to the marina.
- Point Loma: Offers a serene and secluded vibe with its scenic coastlines.
These districts stand out not just for their scenic beauty but also for their top-notch amenities, accessibility, and the diversity of waterfront venues available, ensuring that every couple finds their dream backdrop.
