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Popular cocktail party venues
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Sycamore Den
Mid-City, San Diego, CA5.0 (19)
100 guests
Sycamore Den. Sycamore Den in Normal Heights is a cozy, retro‑inspired cocktail bar that feels like stepping into your dad’s ’70s man cave – complete with wood paneling, yellow‑tinted lighting, lava‑stone accents, vintage barware, banjos, acoustic guitars, even shotgun decor – all framed in that groovy, nostalgic vibe
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$35
/hr
2 hr min
El After Social Club
Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego, CA250 guests
El After Social Club. Step into a vibrant downtown lounge designed for unforgettable nights out. The space features an energetic main area with a dance floor and stage for live music performances, making it perfect for dancing, socializing, or enjoying a night of entertainment. Cozy seating areas and high top
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$175
/hr
4 hr min
Granger Hotel
Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego, CA35 guests
Granger Hotel. The Parlor Room is an elegant, intimate space designed for gatherings that balance sophistication with comfort. With a warm, inviting atmosphere, the room features tasteful décor, plush seating, and refined architectural details that create a welcoming environment for both social and professional events. Ideal for cocktail
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$375
/hr
4 hr min
Beach + Tent + Game Area
Stockton, San Diego, CA200 guests
Beach + Tent + Game Area. Looking for the ultimate event setup? We’ve combined three of our most loved spaces into one unforgettable venue — perfect for weddings, birthdays, corporate parties, and everything in between!
🌴 BEACH BOARDWALK
Step onto our private beach inspired boardwalk area, perfect for golden hour photos, relaxed mingling, or
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$295
/hr
4 hr min
Good Life Resorts
Stockton, San Diego, CA5.0 (3)
50 guests
Good Life Resorts. Love the listing? Add it to your favorites or share it with someone planning a special event! Every booking comes with a free surprise. Your support keeps our family business thriving and helps us maintain the award winning quality that earned us #1 Outdoor Event Space
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$95
/hr
5 hr min
TapRoom
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA5.0 (36)
100 guests
TapRoom. Our beer garden is perfect for birthday parties, social meetups, corporate events, and any of gathering or event. Private bar is available as well as a dedicated serving staff eager to accommodate your needs. Large outdoor project and tv's are great for event viewings, presentations, etc.
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$50
/hr
1 hr min
Cork & Stem
Hillcrest, San Diego, CA5.0 (1)
85 guests
Cork & Stem. We are a wine bar and flower shop in the heart of Hillcrest, San Diego. We offer wine, beer, non alcoholic beverages and food on site, but you are welcome to bring in desserts and other food options upon approval. A food, beverage, and floral minimum
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$95
/hr
2 hr min
Amazing Lounge with Kitchenette
Bankers Hill, San Diego, CA5.0 (1)
30 guests
Located in San Diego, our lounge offers the ideal space for gatherings, parties, holiday parties, celebrations, brand activations, launch events, team events, and more. Versatile enough to host groups up to 30 people.
INCLUDED IN YOUR BOOKING:
Seating for up to 15
TV
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$70
/hr
2 hr min
Longball Cocktail Club
Mission Hills, San Diego, CA85 guests
Longball Cocktail Club. Longball Cocktail Club is a versatile venue in Mission Hills, perfect for private parties, corporate events, birthday celebrations, networking mixers, and interactive experiences like fantasy drafts, golf tournaments, or sports watch parties.
Pricing starts at $150/hr for venue rental only.
Please note: Bar service is a separate charge
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$165
/hr
2 hr min
Books & Records Banker’s Hill
Bankers Hill, San Diego, CA5.0 (2)
125 guests
Books & Records Banker’s Hill. Suitable for most activities. There are two distinct spaces due to the offset levels but we have high ceilings and modular furniture. We are set up daily as an upscale restaurant and event space but we are flexible and have a team that can assist with
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$100
/hr
2 hr min
Hardihood
North Park, San Diego, CA5.0 (43)
25 guests
Hardihood. Welcome to our dynamic, multipurpose event space nestled in the heart of San Diego, CA. Boasting a unique blend of versatility, practicality, and charm, this space serves as an ideal setting for professional and social gatherings alike.
Event Possibilities:
Within the sizable 800 square feet, your creativity
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$110
/hr
2 hr min
Colorful and Charming al fresco dining
North Park, San Diego, CA5.0 (3)
65 guests
Nestled in the heart of North Park, our venue offers charming al fresco dining perfect for any occasion! The stylish outdoor space features contemporary decor, lush greenery, and ambient lighting, creating an inviting atmosphere for both intimate gatherings and large celebrations. With versatile seating arrangements and
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$75
/hr
3 hr min
Retro-Styled Bar and Outdoor Event Space in the heart of the City
North Park, San Diego, CA200 guests
The venue is a long standing icon of nightlife in San Diego. A recently added outdoor event space expands the number of guests we are to host to 200.
We excel in parties of all types & business networking events
We welcome outside catering and other vendors you'd
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$135
/hr
3 hr min
Little Bird Brewing
North Park, San Diego, CA100 guests
Little Bird Brewing. This 1200 sq/ft private space is located in the back portion of the brewery adjacent to our brew system and fermenters. We have a variety of seating for 80 people. We have multiple padded booth areas. We have a 14 foot live edge bar top that
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$150
/hr
2 hr min
Vibrant & Versatile Creative Outdoor Space
Morena, San Diego, CA4.7 (16)
175 guests
Bar And Bat Mitzvah, Sweet 16, Anniversary party, Family Gathering/ BBQ, Bridal Shower, Baby Shower, Graduation Party, Engagement Party, Happy Hour, Cocktail Party, Reunion
Movie Screening (as us about our date night movie experience event option!)
Club Meetings or Training Events
Meet ups
Corporate or Company
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$175
/hr
4 hr min
Downtown Modern Bar
Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego, CA300 guests
Perfect Space for Parties, Live Music, and Events! 🎉🎶
Our venue is designed for versatile events, from birthdays and parties to live concerts and stand up shows. Whether you're celebrating a special day or organizing an intimate concert, our space provides an ideal atmosphere.
Layout & Flexibility
The space
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$500
/hr
8 hr min
Deck 655 - Modern Downtown Event Venue with Skyline View
Downtown San Diego, CA5.0 (2)
350 guests
This 8,500 sq. ft. luxurious haven delivers a memorable experience, braced by its unique indoor outdoor structural design and breath taking views stretching from Point Loma to Coronado.
Venue Rental Time:
Minimum Booking time: 4 hours
Complimentary 1 hour for set up & 1 hour to take down. Any
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$1,200
/hr
4 hr min
Stylish Lounge w/ Kitchen in East Village
East Village, San Diego, CA4.8 (25)
40 guests
Our beautiful lounge is perfect for any social gathering, celebration or meeting (retreat). Flexible seating allows for casual mingling and dining.
Space Features:
WiFi
Kitchen: refrigerator, mini fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher, sink, large island, barstools
2 50" HD TVs
Conference room: large table,
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$100
/hr
2 hr min
Art Gallery Speakeasy located in the heart of the historic Gaslamp
Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego, CA130 guests
We have two options:
Our retail art gallery with a beautiful back patio! Includes 2 bars and fire pit with lounge furnishings. Capacity 130 people with 2500 sq ft. one bathroom.
We do not book the gallery space on Friday or Saturdays.
Art Speakeasy: Perfect for
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$1,000
/hr
5 hr min
Brewery Tasting Room Loft - Industrial and Urban Chic
Midway District, San Diego, CA5.0 (1)
75 guests
California Wild Ales brewery/tasting room.
Two level loft space.
20 foot movie screen.
Sound system.
Roll up door to let tons of light in (or block it out... if that's your thing).
27 foot ceiling.
20 beers on tap.
Arcade
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$250
/hr
3 hr min
Trendy Rooftop Lounge in East Village
East Village, San Diego, CA4.5 (11)
25 guests
Our beautiful rooftop lounge is perfect for any social gathering, celebration or meeting (retreat). Flexible seating allows for casual mingling and dining. Enjoy grilling and soaking up some rays or stargazing by the fireplace!
Space Features:
WiFi
Casual seating arrangements: couch, club chairs, tables
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$150
/hr
3 hr min
Posh Club Room w/ Kitchen in East Village
East Village, San Diego, CA4.7 (20)
32 guests
Our beautiful club room is perfect for any social gathering, celebration or meeting (retreat). Flexible seating allows for casual mingling and dining. A kitchen makes this space ideal for small cooking demonstrations or catering!
Space Features:
WiFi
Casual seating arrangements: couches, club chairs, tables
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$125
/hr
2 hr min
Dorothy's Wine Bar
Marina, San Diego, CA5.0 (1)
40 guests
Dorothy's Wine Bar. We have a warm, inviting haven nestled in the heart of downtown San Diego’s vibrant Seaport District. Located inside the beautifully repurposed Headquarters building, this space carries a rich history; once the home of the San Diego Police Department, the building has been transformed into a
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$100
/hr
1 hr min
Good Life Vacation Rental Resort
Stockton, San Diego, CA4.9 (60)
100 guests
Good Life Vacation Rental Resort. 3209 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. Please note this is not an actual beach; highest quality silica sand was added
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$95
/hr
5 hr min
Amazing Spacious Lounge Ready for your Next Event, Party or Workshop!
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA4.8 (29)
50 guests
Located just minutes from downtown with easy freeway access to the 5 and 8, our lounge offers the ideal space for meetings, team events, parties, and presentations. Versatile enough to host groups up to 50 people.
INCLUDED IN YOUR BOOKING:
Seating for up
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$90
/hr
3 hr min
Mission Bay Cafe with Comfy Lounge Area
Mission Beach, San Diego, CA4.5 (2)
40 guests
Great space for baby showers, bridal showers, birthday parties, work events, and so much more! The cafe is steps away from the bay and beach. We have a huge Connect 4 and board games your guests can enjoy. The cafe has a beautiful large bar area
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$95
/hr
3 hr min
Central San Diego Event Space
Kearny Mesa, San Diego, CA5.0 (5)
100 guests
Welcome to our 1,000 sq ft venue, equipped with 3 TVs, surround sound audio, microphone, and flexible desk setups. Accommodating up to 65+ guests standing, with options for theatre or classroom style arrangements, it's ideal for workshops, trainings, open networking, or events.
Additionally, enjoy the convenience of
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$125
/hr
1 hr min
Large Private Beachside and Palms Space
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA4.3 (3)
250 guests
Party
Holiday Party
Outdoor Party
Outdoor Event
Fire Pit
Community Center
Gathering
Brewery
Dance Party
Engagement Party
Bridal Shower
New Year's Eve Party
Food Tasting
Event
Retirement Party
Reunion
Grill
Reception
Karaoke Bar
Wedding Reception
Halloween Party
Beer And Wine Tasting
Penthouse
Christmas Party
Palace
Bowling Alley
Cocktail Party
Bar
Bachelor Party
Swimming Lessons
Film Shoot
Green Screen
Filming
Workout Video
Sound Stage
Hospital
Garden
Kickstarter Video
Lounge
Music Video
TV Series Shoot
Production
Library
Diner
Garage
Hot Tub
Bank
Junkyard
Prison
Lake House
Cafe
Documentary Shoot
Content House
House
Film Studio
Video Studio
Movie Theater
Filmed Interview
Web Series Shoot
Recording Studio
Daylight Studio
Video Shoot
Backyard
Promotional
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$450
/hr
4 hr min
Chic Boho Event Space in Pacific Beach
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA5.0 (29)
45 guests
This is a chic boho style tropical oasis located in the heart of Pacific Beach. It provides the perfect blank canvas for your event needs. It is an ideal space for pop up art galleries, social get togethers, workshops and more!
The Cafe has comfy lounge seating
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$199
/hr
2 hr min
Outdoor Oasis with a wine bar, coffee bar and boutique
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA5.0 (1)
113 guests
Step into enchantment at our Oasis, where multiple rental options cater to your every need. Our beautiful floral wine deck offers an intimate setting with seating for up to 56 guests—perfect for smaller gatherings while still providing the privacy to enjoy the entire space, even as
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$100
/hr
2 hr min
Little Beach House
La Jolla, San Diego, CA23 guests
This quintessential 1951 beach cottage is perfect for small gatherings, wellness retreats, creative workshops, or photo shoots. The relaxing atmosphere, coupled with the ocean breeze, makes it ideal for intimate events, yoga sessions, or a cozy get together.
The layout follows a "shotgun house" design. As you
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$300
/hr
4 hr min
Mid-Century Event Space Sanctuary
La Jolla, San Diego, CA5.0 (13)
25 guests
Situated in the heart of La Jolla, this one of a kind wellness destination is the perfect space for:
• Wellness events
• Conscious workshops
• Team building events
• Small wedding reception (max 30)
This healing center typically has classes/sessions booked, but can be available for use of 1,400
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$200
/hr
3 hr min
Intimate space with ambience of a manor lord's gathering hall
Miramar, San Diego, CA50 guests
Ideally suited for events of up to 70 people: private parties, corporate meetings, weddings, artistic performances, exhibitions, fundraisers, etc. in a unique environment with controlled access. Specific features include:
bar setup, stage, grand piano, full video and audio equipment (incl. large projection screen and TV) remote controlled
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$150
/hr
5 hr min
Party Areas/BIRTHDAY PARTIES, BABY SHOWERS, ANNIVERSARIES, BACHELORETTE AND MEETING EVENTS; HOLIDAY SEASON EVENTS
San Ysidro, San Diego, CA5.0 (2)
60 guests
Welcome to our BACKYARD PARTY HOME event space, where we offer the perfect outdoor location for your special occasions. Whether you're planning a birthday party, baby shower, team building event, wedding, family BBQ, social hour with friends or any other celebration with up to 60 guests,
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$150
/hr
6 hr min
Backyard Party w/Pool
San Ysidro, San Diego, CA5.0 (3)
60 guests
Birthday parties, Holiday parties, Bachelorette, Anniversaries, Pool parties, Engagement parties, Graduation parties, Retirement parties and Baby Showers
The backyard is big and has different areas where you can have your guests sit, relax, and enjoy your events!
Pool area
Lounge areas
Private bathroom
5 tables available
CATERING
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$150
/hr
4 hr min
Frequently Asked Questions
Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary data from bookings made on Peerspace from 2016-2026.
How much does a cocktail party venue cost to rent in San Diego?
Cocktail party venues in San Diego average $122 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for. For a space on the smaller side, expect to spend closer to $154, whereas larger venues run about $419 per hour.
cocktail party venues Pricing Range in San Diego, CA
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for cocktail party venues venues in San Diego, ranging between $154.21 and $418.57.
$122/hr average
What's the best day to rent a cocktail party venue in San Diego?
Saturdays are the most popular day for booking cocktail party venues in San Diego. For those seeking a deal, consider booking Monday and Friday as these days are 4% cheaper on average.
How popular are cocktail party venues in San Diego?
Our local hosts have welcomed 4647 people into their cocktail party venues with reviews averaging 4.72 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 85%.
How long do people rent cocktail party venues in San Diego?
Most cocktail party venues are scheduled for 4 hours, with 53 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Cocktail Parties starting between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM.
cocktail party venues Booking Times in San Diego, CA
Image representing average rental time for cocktail party venues in San Diego, emphasizing most start between 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
11:00 AM6:00 PM
Reviews for cocktail party venues
Peter L.
Hollywood Oasis
We held a party here and the place overall was actually nicer than we expected! You never know based on the pictures online.
Pros:
- extremely spacious living room
- cute backyard with pool and lights
- fridge/freezer are large
- large glass windows and back wall + light (during daytime)
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Shubha R.
Small Cozy Cafe for Events in Old Town Pasadena
Preeya was incredibly helpful when we booked Boba Cha Cha as a venue for our last-minute New Year's Eve queer community open mic. She was very responsive when we were booking the event, and on the day of the event, even helped us set up and...
Clara L.
Intimate and Elegant Lounge Perfect for Special Celebrations and Photo Shoots
My boyfriend held his birthday party here and it was a complete blast. It’s a cool speakeasy with a freezer door leading to the back. We invited 70 people but there were plenty of space for everyone. You can park directly underneath at the garage and...
Vincent W.
The Famous Bar
Great for hosting a party. I had my wife's 30th birthday party and we were able to reserve the entire back section. The staff was very nice and attentive and the owner was very communicative. ...
Dashuay D.
Urban Studio with Lots of Natural Lighting & Nature Theme
The party turned out great. Space was good! Only complaint was the elevator not being in service made it hard for vendors to deliver things. ...
Peter M.
Coachella Festival Estate -Luxury Private Outdoor Space w/ Pool and Spacious Grounds
The host was responsive and easy to work with. The space was spacious as advertised. The photos were great of his property. Our party was complete success
We hosted 65 guests in his spacious backyard.
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Colleen Z.
The Renovated Church — Party Venue Creative Space Fully Furnished
Great space - very spacious and versatile! Held a surprise party here and had around 30-35 people attend and it was the perfect size. Fay was easy to reach and accommodating to our needs. The process was very smooth and we had a great time. Hope...
Ivy C.
Celebrities Modern Mansion in WeHo
Perfect space for hosting party, and very responsive host - we had a great time there, and will come back for future parties:)
Zachary S.
The Famous Bar
My party had a great time. There were accommodations for everything we needed. The hosts were patient and understanding during the whole process. Great venue, would love to do it again! ...
Jason R.
Stunning Santa Monica Indoor/Outdoor Loft w/ Luxe Amenities & Outstanding Service
Great space for an event. Just had a baby shower there for just under 60 people including small kids and the space never felt cramped. Multiple levels offered different vibes which was great. The rooftop patio is great for fresh air and a view. The venue...
Nicholas F.
Impressive Downtown Cocktail Lounge with full bar & kitchen staff, stage, audio/video package
Classic Jewel blew away our expectations. We held a private wedding reception and our host Sherri made it really simple and easy. We had full access to the PA system and microphones. Sherri even made sure we had vegan options when we were deciding on food....
Andrew L.
Celebrities Modern Mansion in WeHo
This place is cool, a central location. Very spacious, luxurious and modern. It worked out great for my dinner and after party. Host was excellent and accomodative....
Natalia K.
Bright, Modern estate close to the Vegas strip
It was a great experience for our networking party! The host was very friendly and nice, and the place was beautiful. Definitely recommend to visit!...
Richard O.
Refined Club Room in Rancho Cucamonga
This is a great place for a small to medium event. Has all the amenities from two private bathroom to TVs and mini fridge with sink. Place is centrally located in the City of Rancho Cucamonga so it's easy for guest to get to. I...