Welcome to Rancho Valencia, where lush citrus and olive groves meet sunset skies dotted with hot air balloons. The only Relais & Chateaux resort in Southern California!
The stunning, airy, and wildly romantic Rancho Valencia Resort provides the perfect natural canvas on which to create your perfect celebration. Hosting from an intimate event for 10 to a grand celebration for 350. The lush, floral Rancho Valencia property creates an extraordinarily stunning setting for an unforgettable celebration any time of year.
Combined with exceptional 5-star service and delicious coastal ranch cuisine, Rancho Valencia is the perfect backdrop for your celebration. The cuisine is intentionally crafted using seasonal produce sourced directly from California’s family farms, fishermen, and ranchers.
It all adds up to an exceptional dining experience that is far from the ordinary and simply perfect. Our resort offers intimate courtyards privately tucked away, trickling fountains, pristine lawns, dramatic views, and award-winning cuisine that set the stage for the perfect celebration.
As your celebration comes to a close, you and your guests are just steps to your private, luxury resort casitas and residences.
Not Required
$350
No
$899 - $1,499
Open Year Round
Wedding Spaces and Capacities
- The Sunrise Patio: 220 (ceremony), 150 (reception), 100 (banquet)
- The Croquet Lawn: 350 (ceremony), 500 (reception), 350 (banquet)
- The Rose Garden: 80 (ceremony)
- The Valencia Lawn: 350 (ceremony)
- The Terrace Ballroom: 200 (reception), 120 (banquet)
- The Wine Cave: 22 (banquet)
- The Hacienda: 80 (ceremony), 150 (reception), 120 (banquet)
In-House Wedding Services
- Alcohol provided for an additional fee
- Catering on-site
- Decor - some restrictions apply
- Event can be moved for late-night partying
- Event space floor plans/diagrams provided
- For ceremonies in The Rose Garden: 2 surrounding guest rooms must be reserved.
- For ceremonies on The Valencia Lawn: 6 surrounding guest rooms must be reserved
- For receptions on The Croquet Lawn: 4 surrounding guest rooms must be reserved
- Included in the venue space: belly bar tables
- Included in the venue space: cocktail tables
- Included in the venue space: farm tables
- Included in the venue space: flatware
- Included in the venue space: floor-length ivory linen
- Included in the venue space: glassware
- Included in the venue space: ivory charger
- Included in the venue space: white linen napkin
- Included in the venue space: willow-back chairs
- Lighting - can be rented
- Music cut-off time: 10:00 pm
- Required to use venue's alcohol
- Valet parking for events: $10 per car
- Vendor referrals provided
- Venue space fee: please inquire for details
- Wedding planner required
Wedaways Special Amenity
- Complimentary upgrade at check-in.
- Early check-in (if available).
- Breakfast for 2 daily.
- $100 resort credit.
- Guaranteed late check-out at 2:00 p.m.
- Wedding night turndown amenity
What We Love
Luxurious spa treatments
Private casitas
Gourmet dining
Stunning location
Restaurants
The Pony Room
Apart from offering a diverse range of locally crafted beers and an extensive tequila menu with over 100 options, the bar also boasts an exceptional assortment of premium wines and unique, handcrafted signature cocktails, making it one of the area's top destinations for connoisseurs.
The Paddock
Enjoy a poolside experience where you can sip your drinks and dine while relaxing on your personal lounger or in a private cabana.
Rein
Stay refreshed with a delightful array of Rosé wines and indulge in the delectable Coastal Ranch Cuisine offerings at the adults-only poolside oasis.
Rooms
55
246
Room Categories
- Agave Suite 2 Queen
- Agave Suite King
- Eucalyptus Suite 2 Queen ADA
- Eucalyptus Suite King ADA
- Olive Grove Suite 2 Queen ADA
- Olive Grove Suite King
- Palm One Bedroom Suite King
- Valencia One Bedroom Suite King
- Hacienda (3-bedroom house)
- Spa House (4-bedroom house)
- Casa Valencia (5-bedroom house)
In your room
- Bathrobe
- Bottled water
- Canvas tote bag
- Hairdryer
- Refillable water bottle
- Turndown service
Amenities
- Adults-only pool
- Banquet facilities
- Bar/cocktail lounge
- Bicycles on property
- Free guest parking
- Handicap access
- Outdoor dining
- Outdoor pool
- Poolside dining
- Refillable water stations
- Spa & spa services
- Tennis & Pickleball
- Walking trails
Services
- 24-hour in room dining
- 24-hour room service
- Bentley experience
- Boat tours
- Cooking classes
- Daily breakfast
- Daily housekeeping
- Hot air balloon rides
- IV infusions
- Laundry/dry-cleaning
- Limo services
- Pet-friendly
- Private tours
- Wellness therapies
Map
Nearby Airports
- 25.5 miles / 41 km / 35-40 min drive from San Diego International Airport (SAN)
- 19.7 miles / 31.7 km / 30 min drive from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Highlights of the area
Boat tour
Beaches
Shopping
Hiking
