Hilton Santa Cruz / Scotts Valley

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6001 La Madrona Drive, Scotts Valley, CA

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Hilton Santa Cruz / Scotts Valley

About this venue

Full-service Scotts Valley hotel with six meeting rooms (9,567 sq ft of total event space, including the 3,315 sq ft Forest Ballroom) for weddings, meetings and banquets up to 300.

Venue details

Capacity 300 people

Square footage 9,567 sq ft

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

300 guests

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

Full floor utilization

Theater style ~65–75%

195 – 225 guests

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

Aisle & chair rows

Banquet / dining ~45–55%

135 – 165 guests

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

Tables & service paths

Classroom setup ~30–40%

90 – 120 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 (300 max). Usable capacity varies depending on staging, audio/visual setups, catering, and furniture. Contact the venue to confirm feasibility for your specific event setup.