Explore
Laguna Beach Wedding Venue
Explore
Celebrate Your Love Amidst Timeless Elegance
Hotel Joaquin offers an intimate and dramatic setting for your destination wedding. Our wedding venue in Laguna Beach offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean as your backdrop, making your vows picturesque and unforgettable. With outdoor event space for up to 45 guests, Hotel Joaquin can host your special day from start to finish—from twilight cocktail hours and intimate rehearsal dinners to wedding and recovery brunches.
Explore
Destination Escape
Weddings at Hotel Joaquin are an escape with your closest friends and family. Greet the day with sun salutations and indulge in a full breakfast while soaking up the ocean breeze. Spend your afternoons relaxing poolside in our saltwater pool or lounge on our pool deck reading your favorite book. In the evening, catch the sunset at Shaws Cove, take a stroll to Heisler Park, or enjoy a cocktail at Saline while listening to the tunes of your favorite vinyl records.
What to Expect
Wedding Sample Itinerary
Day 1
4pm – Guest arrive and check in
5pm – Golden hour meet up at Saline bar
5pm – Sunset Tapas Station on Patio
7pm – Movie and Popcorn on the lawn for the kids
9pm – Vino and Vinyl in the living room for adults
Day 2
8am – Yoga at Shaw’s cove
9am – Breakfast at Saline
10am – Bride and Bridesmaid Hair & Make up
10am – Groom and Groomsmen Barber Shave & Trim on Deck
12pm – Lunch at Saline
2pm – Family photos at Shaw’s cove
4pm – Ceremony followed by cocktail reception at the pool
6pm – 10pm Dinner Reception
Day 3
8am – 10am – Breakfast at Saline
10am – Morning sound bath on deck
12pm – Guest check out and Depart
Courtyard
Whether you’re hosting a chic dinner party, a vibrant brand activation, a serene wellness event, or a dreamy wedding reception, this serene space offers versatility and beauty. With lush greenery, ambient lighting, and a relaxed atmosphere, the courtyard sets the perfect stage for any celebration.
Dimensions:
- 20′ x 25′ (in the center) 18′ x 25′ in the corners with the trees
Capacity
- Seated Dinner: 45 ppl. max.
- Cocktail reception: 45ppl. max. (comfortably 35-40ppl.)
- Presentation/Panel: 40-45ppl. (comfortably 35-40ppl.)
- Wellness (yoga, etc): 20ppl. max.
Pool
Our pool provides a stunning outdoor event space, where ocean views and Mediterranean-inspired design create a laid-back yet luxurious atmosphere. It’s an ideal setting for hosting stylish cocktail parties, intimate poolside dinners, or even yoga and wellness retreats by the water. With its peaceful ambiance and striking backdrop, the pool area transforms any event into a memorable coastal experience.
Dimensions:
- 24′ x 15′ (3 columns are spaced out every 7′ approx. 4′ in from the glass doors/wall side)
Capacity:
- Seated Dinner: 30ppl.
- Cocktail reception: 45ppl
- Breakout/Wellness Session: seated with our current furniture- 24ppl.
Living Room
Our living room and adjoining bar are casual meeting spaces that extend outdoors and feel like an airy, private beach estate. With its fireplace and ocean view, bar and outdoor deck, it’s the perfect space to host intimate talks and cocktail parties.
Dimensions:
- 24′ x 15′ (3 columns are spaced out every 7′ approx. 4′ in from the glass doors/wall side)
Capacity:
- Seated Dinner: 30ppl.
- Cocktail reception: 45ppl
- Breakout/Wellness Session: seated with our current furniture- 24ppl.
Deck
The pool deck affords our guests the ultimate in privacy with an ocean view, and can be used for cocktail receptions, or brand activations.
Dimensions:
- 24′ x 15′ (3 columns are spaced out every 7′ approx. 4′ in from the glass doors/wall side)
Capacity:
- Seated Dinner: 30ppl.
- Cocktail reception: 45ppl
- Breakout/Wellness Session: seated with our current furniture- 24ppl.
Explore
Celebrations, Amenities & Options
Catering
The Hotel Joaquin events team specializes in creating unforgettable culinary experiences. Our trusted culinary partners will work closely with you to customize a menu of unforgettable dishes and craft cocktails.
Receiving And Set Up
Our team works with a network of trusted events coordinators, furnishings companies and decorators. We’ll handle the logistics, receiving and setting up your perfect cocktail reception, seated dinners, and more.
On-Site Event Coordinator
We will collaborate closely with your wedding coordinator to ensure every detail of your special day is flawlessly executed. Our dedicated team is committed to making your wedding a perfect and an unforgettable experience.
Music And Entertainment
From acoustic musicians to vibey background sounds, we draw on our network of trusted local professionals to create the atmosphere you envision.
Welcome Amenities & VIP Gifts
Thoughtful welcome amenities, gifts for your guests to remember your beautiful day, VIP gifts: they’re all our specialties. Our coordinators can create your memorable takeaways.
Bespoke Itineraries
If you prefer a more structured weekend, we can customize unforgettable itineraries for you and your guests
For more information on how we can help you plan an unforgettable wedding experience, please download our Weddings Brochure and fill out our proposal request form by clicking the link below and one of our events teams specialists will reach out to set up a time to speak.
