Chaminade Resort & Spa

Unclaimed venue

1 Chaminade Lane, Santa Cruz, CA

Venue

About this venue

300-acre resort with ocean and bay views, spa, guest rooms, and multiple event spaces.

Venue details

Capacity 200 people

Amenities & policies

Alcohol permitted Parking available

Capacity by layout

Planning estimate

Estimated capacity ranges based on standard layout densities and maximum occupancy. Actual capacity varies by staging, furniture, and production requirements.

Standing reception Est. max

200 guests

Cocktail parties, open mixers, gallery openings, and standing social events.

Full floor utilization

Theater style ~65–75%

130 – 150 guests

Forward-facing chair rows for presentations, talks, lectures, or acoustic shows.

Aisle & chair rows

Banquet / dining ~45–55%

90 – 110 guests

Round or banquet tables for seated dinners, galas, celebrations, and weddings.

Tables & service paths

Classroom setup ~30–40%

60 – 80 guests

Tables with chairs facing the front for workshops, seminars, and training sessions.

Desks & work surfaces

Planning guideline: Estimates are benchmark ranges based on standard event spacing and maximum occupancy (200 max). Usable capacity varies depending on staging, audio/visual setups, catering, and furniture. Contact the venue to confirm feasibility for your specific event setup.

House rules & policies

Important guidelines and building policies for event organizers

Sound & music

Standard ordinance Local noise curfew

Alcohol

Alcohol permitted Beer, wine, or bar service

Flames & fire

No open flames Fire performance strictly banned

Parking

On-site parking Designated lot / spaces

Features & amenities

Stage & Performance

Dance Floor

Kitchen & Catering

In-House Catering

Bar & Beverages

Full Bar

Furniture & Equipment

Tables Included Chairs Included Linens Included

Views & Ambiance

Ocean Views Bay Views Mountain Views

Parking & Transport

Free Parking

Accommodations

Guest Rooms Spa Gym/Fitness Center

Services

Event Coordinator

Ideal For

Weddings Receptions Corporate Events Conferences Galas

Photo gallery

2 photos

Available spaces (4)

Santa Cruz Ballroom

View details

200 capacity

Stage & Performance: Dance Floor

Outdoor Spaces: Balcony

Views & Ambiance: Ocean Views, Bay Views, Vaulted Ceilings...

Ideal For: Weddings, Receptions, Corporate Events...

Seascape Ballroom

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180 capacity

Stage & Performance: Dance Floor

Outdoor Spaces: Patio, Fire Pit

Views & Ambiance: Wood Beams, Natural Light

Ideal For: Weddings, Receptions, Corporate Events...

Courtyard Terrace

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180 capacity

Outdoor Spaces: Courtyard, Terrace

Views & Ambiance: Garden Views

Ideal For: Weddings, Receptions, Corporate Events...

Sunset Patio

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150 capacity

Outdoor Spaces: Terrace

Ideal For: Weddings, Receptions

Location & directions

Chaminade Resort & Spa

1 Chaminade Lane, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

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Starting from

$3,000

per package

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Rates & policies breakdown

Fees

Service Fee 25%

Quick info

Capacity: 200

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