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Pricing information

Reception
$6,000 starting price
Ceremony
$3,000 starting price
Bar service
$75 per person
Reception
$6,000 starting price
Ceremony
$3,000 starting price
Bar service
$75 per person

About

On WeddingWire since 2012

Hyatt Carmel Highlands Inn is a historic, coastal hotel located four miles from downtown Carmel, California. We are located on a cliff overlooking the breathtaking Bur Sur Coastline, with an award-winning restaurant, the Pacific’s Edge. We pride ourselves on making couples’ dreams come true for the last 103 years. Hyatt Carmel Highlands Inn promises impeccable service, world-class cuisine, modern amenities with epic ocean views.

Facilities and Capacity
Couples can accommodate up to 150 guests at this unique property. For your ceremony, you can exchange your vows on our romantic, seaside Wedding Deck in open-air. Your guests will take in panoramic Pacific Ocean views and lush gardens at this unique venue surrounded by glass. For your reception, you can dance the night away in our Yankee Point Room, Surf Room or our Oceanside Ballroom. Our rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows of the Carmel Highlands rocky, ocean cliffs.

Services Offered
We are here to help design, coordinate, and bring your unique vision to life:

  • Event Time includes up to 5.5 hours (beginning at your ceremony)
  • Includes Set Up & Tear Down of the Event Site
  • Tables, Chairs, Linens & Napkins, Flatware, Glassware and China are provided
  • White Ceremony Folding Chair
  • Choice of a Reception Chair (4 styles to choose from)
  • Complimentary Ceremony Rehearsal the day before
  • Two Outdoor Heaters offered on the Wedding Deck
  • Complimentary Newlyweds Hotel stay, night of wedding (with a $10,000 catering minimum)
  • Additional Pre-Approved Event Time available at $1,500 per hour, evening functions must conclude by 11pm and outdoor events must conclude by 9pm.

Wedding Planner
We want every couple to have their dream vision come true and a stress-free day. Therefore, we require of a Day of Coordinator for all events with a guest count over 40+ guests, an event with over 5 vendors, or plan on a DIY wedding. On the day of your event, they will be responsible for your personal décor, menus, place cards, seating chart, signage, wedding favors, guestbook, toasting glasses, point of contact for your vendors, executing your timeline and get you down the aisle! They are required to stay until the end of the event for teardown and gather all your personal belongings.

Cuisine
Couples can choose from a welcome reception, cocktail hour, food stations, or a plated meal. Our experienced culinary team specializes in fresh and sustainably local cuisine, which will create a custom menu just for you. We also offer scrumptious hors d'oeuvres and delicious desserts!

Room Blocks
We have you covered! Our property can accommodate Room Blocks of 5-25 rooms on our luxury property. As a category 7 Hotel, the finest items await you in our Ocean View King rooms the night before and night of the big day!

Groom & Bridal Changing Rooms
Make up, hair spray, bobby pins, ties, cufflinks, boutonnieres - bring it all! Our changing suite is perfect for the Bridal Party to get ready for the big day! Want to add on a Bridal Brunch with a Champagne Bar or a Groom's Lunch with a Beer/Bloody Mary Bar? Again, we have options for you!

Other Services
In addition to hosting your wedding, we'd be more than happy to host your rehearsal dinner in our restaurant, the Pacific’s Edge (40 people maximum). This exciting venue features a 870-square-foot deck, a louvered roof and glass-paneled walls with dramatic views of the Pacific Ocean and the Big Sur Coast. Other events we would love to host include:

  • Engagement Party
  • Bridal Shower
  • Anniversary Party
  • Birthday Celebrations
  • Post-Wedding Brunch
  • Welcome Receptions
  • Engagement Photoshoot
  • Proposals
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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$6,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$6,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$3,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$3,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$75

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Historic Building
Hotel
Resort
Restaurant
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
December
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Reviews of Hyatt Carmel Highlands

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4.9 out of 5 rating
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
4.9 out of 5 rating
77 reviews
98% recommend it
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    4.9 out of 5 rating
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    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.9 out of 5 rating
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The Hyatt Carmel Highlands Inn offers a breathtaking venue with stunning views, notably the beautiful ballroom, ceremony deck, and outdoor gazebo deck. Guests raved about the food, particularly the Argentinian skirt steak and ahi poke appetizer. Event coordinators Emily, Caroline, and Clara were praised for their professionalism and seamless organization, ensuring a stress-free and magical wedding day. The staff, including Jessica, Lauren, and Emily, were highly commended for their responsiveness, assistance in planning, and support throughout the event, making it a memorable and flawless experience. The venue offers a picturesque setting for weddings, with exceptional service and a team dedicated to creating a dream wedding.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

The Hyatt Carmel Highlands Inn offers a breathtaking venue with stunning views, notably the beautiful ballroom, ceremony deck, and outdoor gazebo deck. Guests raved about the food, particularly the Argentinian skirt steak and ahi poke appetizer. Event coordinators Emily, Caroline, and Clara were praised for their professionalism and seamless organization, ensuring a stress-free and magical wedding day. The staff, including Jessica, Lauren, and Emily, were highly commended for their responsiveness, assistance in planning, and support throughout the event, making it a memorable and flawless experience. The venue offers a picturesque setting for weddings, with exceptional service and a team dedicated to creating a dream wedding.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 77 reviews
Google
4.4/5 1268 reviews
Tess
Tess S. Sent on 10/19/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing!

I had set my eyes early on for hosting my wedding at the Hyatt Highlands Inn and when I viewed it in person, I knew it was the one! We literally didn't even go tour the other venues, I was that sure. It had everything we wanted, amazing property and views, outside ceremony, inside reception, what more could you ask for?! :)

Meeting Jessica, Emily, Lauren and Caroline has been an absolute pleasure and they were all so easy to work with and made sure leading up to and on the day of that my wedding was perfect! Thank you for making our wedding day so special and memorable! We definitely could not have done it without you all and we will forever cherish this day!

Love,
The Sheard's
#readytosheardourlivestogether
#cheerstothesheards
Emily
Emily K. Sent on 11/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best Event Planning Team Ever!

One thing I really love about this venue is how much the location and building design speak for themselves. Many other venues have your reception in a large room that really is just a conference space. The ballroom at the Hyatt is beautiful with two huge fireplaces and a stunning view. You really don't need to worry too much about decor in a venue this gorgeous. The ceremony deck and its view are absolutely breathtaking. The bridal suite fit my bridal party of 8 and the makeup team perfectly. The only big issue with the venue is the amount of stairs. There is really no way to fully avoid stairs to the ceremony site and the rooms since the hotel was built in the early 1900s. They do have golf carts available for guest use but if you have folks in wheelchairs attending your wedding they may have some difficulty navigating the space.

Our guests really enjoyed the food at the venue. We had the Argentinian skirt steak as one of our appetizers and multiple guests came up to me during the wedding to tell us that it was one of the best things they had eaten in a while. Others also really enjoyed the ahi poke appetizer.

We truly had the most perfect wedding possible and it was largely in part to the two Emilys at the Hyatt Carmel Highlands Inn. They are absolute rockstars and I would 100% work with them again if I could.
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Anastasia B. Sent on 09/23/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Wedding!

I can’t thank Emily and Emily enough for the incredible job they did as our wedding coordinators at the Highlands Inn! From the very beginning, they were incredibly responsive, making the planning process feel seamless.

On the day of the wedding, their organization was outstanding. They kept everyone on schedule, ensuring that everything ran perfectly without a single issue. The servers, banquet team, and bartenders were all exceptional, providing top-notch service that made our guests feel pampered and well taken care of.

The venue itself was absolutely stunning! We used the outdoor gazebo deck for our ceremony, which provided a beautiful backdrop, and the wine room for our reception was simply enchanting. It created the perfect atmosphere for a magical evening.

With Emily and Emily's seamless coordination and the amazing team at Highlands Inn, we didn’t have to lift a finger—we were able to fully enjoy our special day without any stress. If you’re looking for coordinators who are not only skilled but also genuinely care about making your day perfect, I can’t recommend Emily and Emily highly enough! They truly made our wedding unforgettable. Thank you all for everything!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner

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Team

Caroline Malandri-Emmons
Caroline Malandri-Emmons
Coordinator
Emily Plascencia
Emily Plascencia
Events & Sales Manager

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