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Why Choose Rancho Bernardo Inn?

Your wedding ceremony is carefully thought out to reflect who you and your betrothed are; let us help you create a reception equally as unique in cuisine, venue and décor. At Rancho Bernardo Inn, our dedication to culinary arts results in creative menus that let you express your individuality. Our exquisite cuisine is served in distinctive venues complemented by décor that envelops your guests in a private world.

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Testimonials

“Had a great time at this hotel for a friend’s wedding. Highly recommended for a destination. The Events Director Jenn Is fantastic to work with!”

Ben Hopkins
“Recently went to a very special wedding and reception at this majestic place. Its views are absolutely majestic. The Bride was breathtakingly beautiful. The food melted in our mouths. Definitely put this place on your list.”

Michelle Nelson Yanik
“What a wonderful spot to get married! Gorgeous scenery, tons of options for ceremony and reception locations. Even though it’s a popular hotel, the wedding felt so private and intimate.”

Taylor Ashley Photography

A Timeless Setting

Manicured gardens. Sun-splashed terraces. Spacious and inviting ballrooms. Elegant resort ambiance. Rancho Bernardo Inn combines these with personalized assistance to create the finest wedding location in San Diego for your big day. Discover how 265 acres of lush landscaping and Mediterranean architecture architecture can transform your wedding day into an everlasting memory.

ARAGON LAWN
500 GUESTS
The elegant and sun-graced Aragon Lawn, adjacent to the Aragon Ballroom, is the picture-perfect venue for a private garden wedding. White garden roses and rustic benches surround the lawn area, grapevine trellises provide ceremonial backdrops, and picturesque, manicured greens are all around.

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PROMENADE
300 GUESTS
With an expansive terrace and a panoramic golf course view, the Promenade is the ideal backdrop for your ceremony.

HIGHLIGHTS
- Scenic 180-degree golf course view
- Expansive paved courtyard
- Olive trees dotted with rustic lanterns for charm and evening glow
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NORTH LAWN
200 Guests
An intimate setting surrounded by the Inn’s lush gardens.

HIGHLIGHTS
- Secluded garden setting
- Provides privacy
- White garden roses throughout
- Manicured lawn area
- Iron arbor for a ceremonial backdrop
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SANTIAGO COURTYARD
150 GUESTS
This event space is not only private but provides the backdrop of a beautiful Mediterranean backyard with lanterns draped from the trees, a custom Italian fountain, and lush landscape and benches.

HIGHLIGHTS
- Waterfall and Italian fountain backdrop
- Twinkle-lit trees with hanging lanterns
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FIRST TEE
250 GUESTS
Our scenic golf course setting on the first tee of the championship golf course.

HIGHLIGHTS
- Dramatic entrance for the bride
- Quaint wooden bridge in the background
- Stunning view of 18th hole water feature
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VALENCIA LAWN
180 GUESTS
Guests are surrounded by Historic Trees with a view of the mountains.

HIGHLIGHTS
- Romantic, tree-lined location
- Wishing well fountain
- Dramatic staircase for the bride’s entrance
- Gorgeous stone backdrop
- Surrounded by greenery
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Sneak Peek

Be inspired by beautiful moments we’ve created for couples embarking on happily ever after.

The Venues The Grounds Real Weddings Food

outdoor dining table with floral centerpiece

pool and lounge chairs surrounded by trees and shrubs

couple sitting at the sweetheart table on santiago courtyard

bride and groom first look photos outside

BEYOND YOUR VOWS

Caring Professional Service

At Rancho Bernardo Inn, your wedding means as much to us as it does to you. Our wedding professionals have earned AAA’s Four Diamond rating for over 30 consecutive years. Our dedication to weddings is endless, as it will be to yours. We are here to assist you every step of the way. In our capable hands, the biggest day of your life will also be one of the easiest.

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OUR VOW TO YOU

Rehearsal Dinners

In addition to our banquet space, Rancho Bernardo Inn’s restaurants offer two distinctive settings for your wedding eve celebration.

AVANT draws on the best of wine country dining – inspired culinary exploration, leisurely socializing, and the freshest of seasonal ingredients – and moves it forward with a contemporary California mindset. The restaurant serves up vibrant, creative dishes and artisan libations that embrace items foraged, farmed, hunted, or fished. You and your loved ones will enjoy AVANT’s indoor-outdoor design, dynamic spaces, and warm social setting.

Veranda Fireside Lounge and Restaurant offers its own unique charm, serving bistro fare both indoors and out, with an expansive patio featuring a stunning panoramic view of our championship golf course. In addition to rehearsal dinners, Veranda is an ideal spot for a bridal party lunch before or after your party visits The Spa.

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Wedding Amenities

Wedding Brunch

Extend your guests’ celebration with brunch the next day. Rancho Bernardo Inn’s numerous terraces and lawns provide lovely settings for your friends and family, and our talented culinary team offers delicious menus to suit any appetite.

The Spa

Whether escaping for a little wedding party fun or relaxing pre-ceremony in solitude, let The Spa be your oasis of tranquility before your wedding.

Rehearsal Dinners

In addition to our banquet space, Rancho Bernardo Inn’s restaurants, AVANT and Veranda Fireside Lounge and Restaurant, offer two distinctive settings for your wedding eve celebration.

Golf Outings

If the spa isn’t your thing, don’t worry, we have activities for you, too. The Resort Course is a perfect place for the whole group to enjoy an afternoon round of golf.

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Wedding Brochure

From an assortment of appetizers and beverages to a one-of-a-kind resort, Rancho Bernardo Inn can customize the wedding of your dreams.

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Cuisine

Our team of culinary experts will work with you to create a custom menu just for you and your wedding reception in San Diego so that every course reflects your personal taste. Or you can choose from one of our popular packages.

Your selections of creative seaside cuisine will showcase the freshest seasonal and regional ingredients, while innovative wine pairings offer yet another tribute to the perfect dining experience.