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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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Contact Hyatt Carmel Highlands and their preferred vendors
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Hyatt Carmel Highlands
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Danny Dong Photography
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Monterey Ceremonies by Zia
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Joshua Rose Photography
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Reviews of Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Review summary
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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