Rent a wedding reception venue in Santa Monica, CA

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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 wedding reception venue cost to rent in Santa Monica?

Wedding reception venues in Santa Monica average $276 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 $172, whereas larger venues run about $386 per hour.

What's the best day to rent a wedding reception venue in Santa Monica?

Saturdays are the most popular day for booking wedding reception venues in Santa Monica.

How popular are wedding reception venues in Santa Monica?

Our local hosts have welcomed 14313 people into their wedding reception venues with reviews averaging 4.99 stars. 100% of guests said they'd book again.

How long do people rent wedding reception venues in Santa Monica?

Most wedding reception venues are scheduled for 5 hours, with 72 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Wedding Receptions starting between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM.

Reviews for wedding reception venues

Luther G.
Groovy 70's Hollywood 420 Friendly Hideout/Karaoke room- Free Parking - Security
We hosted my wife’s birthday at Kevin’s amazing place. Everything was as pictured. He was very hospitable and was overall a great host. I highly recommend him for your next event. We would most definitely book here again. ...
Kflom I.
Renovated DTLA Warehouse Event Space
Great venue and kind staff that were easy to work with but plan on additional costs for extras like security, furniture cleaning, av and lighting. ...
Dominique H.
BFree Studios DTLA | 1 hr Min | 14 Furnished Sets | AC | 2 Strobe Lights included | In Unit Restroom | Ceiling Lights
The Host was super nice and communicated well! The venue is spectacular. There are endless looks one can achieve at this venue! HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Thank you, Brian and Kimberly!...
Sally A.
Earthy Mid Century Modern Showroom
I had a very pleasant experience from start to finish. Booking was smooth. Shari was very helpful and impressed with her professionalism and customer service. I was offered with their catering service which was awesome. The venue was an A++, ambiance is welcoming. Love the...
Lloyd M.
Large Beverly Hills/Carthay Circle Café Space with Outdoor Seating
Josh’s venue was the perfect location for our daughter’s 7th birthday party. We loved the indoor/outdoor space and the staff was super helpful during both setup and cleanup at the end. We would definitely book this venue again in the future! ...
Nick B.
Modern pinkish cafe in Orange
It was a pleasant experience; the venue was perfect for our baby shower event. We had about 50 guests and there was plenty of room! The hosts were super accommodating and communicated well on getting the event set up. Highly recommend it if you're looking to...
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. ...
Edith H.
💥All-Inclusive💥 Event space w/ FREE on-site Parking + FREE Amenities
Hosted my daughter’s first birthday party here and everyone loved it. Place is very spacious with lots of parking spots. Walter was great and accommodating, also he responded quick and allowed us to check the venue before booking. He also came through with a list of...
Michelle V.
Moroccan Style Cozy Studio in Beverly Hills
Such a beautiful location! We had a lovely event. Jenia was very responsive and accommodating. Highly recommend!
Monique S.
Party and Film Space
We had a gender reveal party for my daughter and son in law and we had a great time! The space was perfect for our 30 guests and Gina was super accommodating and she was there for our every need every step of the way! I...
Elna S.
Beachfront Salon/Flex Space That Can Be Used For Almost Anything
I booked this space for my Bridal Shower this past weekend and it was everything I expected and so much more! They left behind what we requested and it added to my event perfectly. I loved the space because it’s already beautiful as is and I...
Jon A.
Gorgeous Rooftop Lounge w/ LA Skyline View
This space was absolutely perfect for the ~50-person wedding proposal/surprise engagement party I had planned! What a gorgeous view and the space was just the right amount of space for us. I have no complains about my experience! What made this even better was how accommodating and...
Suzy M.
The Famous Bar
I would give this place 100 stars if I could!! I booked my event 2 months before my event. I asked Artur a million questions in that time. He was very quick to respond and such a joy to work with. He called me before to...
Thomas B.
Stunning Valley Views & Great Backyard!
The pictures do not do it justice! Carolyn's space is perfect for any event up to 95 people. We had more than enough space for dancing, tables, chairs, food, the works. Carolyn has a huge list of vendors she has worked with and is...
Jahlaina W.
Top Level Event Space
This is a wonderful space that doesn't need much extra decor to come to life! We had a party of 170 & everyone fit comfortably. We had multiple outside vendors and they were able to use the freight elevator for big items. The hosts were difficult...
Samuel L.
Enchanting Wine Garden Located in Downtown West Covina
Breanna and the Team were great! Always super friendly and willing to go above and beyond to answer any of our questions. We hosted a baby shower here and everything was PERFECT! Would definitely recommend booking with them....
Paula H.
HOLIDAY SPECIAL: Massive NYC style corner loft with stunning views and natural light
Tyler was great and always available for anything I needed . The space is gorgeous and my bridal shower was a complete success. we used the space for a tea party and it was perfect the views are incredible....
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...
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....

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