If you’re thinking about getting married at a Napa Valley wedding venue, well, I envy you. Stunning setting, five-star food, and all the world-class wine you could want!
As a wedding photographer who’s photographed over 100 weddings, I’ve put together a list of the best wedding venues in Napa Valley (plus some in Sonoma and the Bay Area, too).
1. SSS Ranch Napa
If you’re looking for a serene setting and a completely custom wedding experience, check out Triple S Ranch. A stunning, historic estate set above Calistoga in the heart of Napa Valley. It blends rustic elegance with natural beauty in every detail.
This secluded destination is just four miles from the quaint village of Calistoga, yet its 20-acre perch on the tranquil hillside makes it the best Napa Valley wedding venue for those seeking both privacy and convenience.
Want things done “your way”? No problem. Triple S Ranch allows you to design and customize the wedding of your dreams, whether you want to choose from its list of preferred vendors, hire your own vendors, or even BYOB.
Your wedding package includes the use of the following for three days and two nights:
- Reception area in the Event Barn and stone patios
- Ceremony site under a sprawling 175-year-old walnut tree
- Tables and chairs for up to 150 people
- Pool area, infinity hot tub, and gym
- Full commercial kitchen
- Outdoor pizza oven, Argentine BBQ, and stone fireplace
- All 20 acres of private land
The exclusive property can sleep up to 60 guests in its chic cabins and newly renovated Victorian houses. The rest of your guests can enjoy glamping on-site or stay in downtown Calistoga. Wherever they stay, all your friends and family are sure to have a magical experience at your Triple S Ranch wedding!
What is SSS Ranch Napa?
SSS Ranch Napa, also known as Triple S Ranch, is a private, historic estate perched on a ridge above Calistoga—offering sweeping vineyards, sunset views, and unforgettable natural charm Triple S RanchHere Comes The Guide.
Its roots go back to an 1854 Spanish land grant and it has played host to notable visitors like Robert Louis Stevenson and Jack London. In 1958, it became a family resort, and since 2012, it’s been thoughtfully restored using reclaimed architectural salvage to maintain both heritage and authenticity.
2. Churchill Manor
A romantic, historic downtown Napa bed & breakfast with refined elegance- Churchill Manor.
A perfect choice for couples seeking a boutique, detail-rich wedding with built-in charm and convenience.
With indoor and outdoor accommodations for up to 150 wedding guests, Churchill Manor offers several ceremony options, including:
- The rose gardens by the fountain
- The spacious covered veranda
- Fireside amid interior old-growth redwood moldings and columns
All-inclusive packages make Churchill Manor weddings easy, with in-house wedding coordination, exceptional food prep, and even a three-course gourmet breakfast for overnight guests.
If you’re looking for a beautiful Napa Valley wedding venue with a historic yet relaxed vibe, look into Churchill Manor!
What is Churchill Manor
- Wedding Experience: Offers intimate weddings—inside and out—with ceremonies in the rose garden, veranda, or fireside among redwoods. All-inclusive packages include food, linens, coordination, and a gourmet breakfast for overnight guests. Churchill Manor
- Capacity:
- Buffet weddings: 20–150 guests
- Sit-down dinners: 20–60 guests
- Elopements available for up to 25 guests with exclusive use.
3. Culinary Institute of America
This venue is for couples who put epic food front and center—experience meets impeccable service and dramatic settings.
The Culinary Institute of America offers two stunning wedding venues in Napa Valley:
- The CIA at Greystone, St Helena: This landmark main building (and former monastery) dates back to 1888. Boasting cathedral ceilings and hand-cut stone walls, Greystone offers a classic, historic ambiance for the romantic at heart.
- The CIA at Copia, Napa: The modern building and grounds of Copia provide more venue options, from the light-filled atrium to the scenic outdoor amphitheater. Located in the heart of Napa’s vibrant downtown, Copia is a convenient choice for the contemporary couple.
Whichever Napa venue you choose, you and your guests will be in great hands with the experienced on-site team at the Culinary Institute of America. (And just think of the compliments you’ll get on the meal!)
What is CIA
- Style & Atmosphere: Historic grandeur at Greystone (former monastery, cathedral ceilings, stone walls) and contemporary elegance at Copia (modern atrium, amphitheater). Food & Wine+1
- Capacities & Spaces:
- Copia: Ceremony in culinary gardens (up to 200), Atrium (240), amphitheater (240 seated/600 standing). WeddingWire
- Greystone: Vineyard backdrop ceremonies and historic barrel room (up to 350). WeddingWire
- Cuisine & Service: Farm-to-table menus, full in-house support—coordination, decor, equipment—and exceptional reviews focused on culinary excellence. WeddingWire+1 “The food was absolutely top‑notch… guests raved about how stunning the venue was.” WeddingWire.
4. Charles Krug Winery
Many people searching for Napa Valley wedding venues don’t realize that only five Napa wineries can legally host weddings. Charles Krug is one of them. This venue offers scale and versatility—from intimate ceremonies to grand celebrations—with historic Napa romance baked in.
Founded in 1861, this legendary estate is an elegant place to tie the knot. With your wedding package, you’ll enjoy use of the guest house as well as three ceremony venues:
- Carriage House: Built in 1881, this architectural gem features a renovated ballroom and dining room, cathedral ceiling, period chandeliers, and arched doorways overlooking the Great Lawn.
- Great Lawn: Surrounded by heritage oak trees and Charles Krug’s own vineyards, the Great Lawn is ideal for al fresco weddings both large and small.
- Redwood Cellar: Recently renovated and featured in Architectural Digest, this 1872 building showcasing the Family Reserve Barrel Room is excellent for an intimate rehearsal dinner or wedding reception.
Along with access to all this, you’ll benefit from state-of-the-art production capabilities, upscale food and drink options, and a team of professionals dedicated to making your day as perfect as possible.
What is Charles Krug
- Style & Atmosphere: A storied Napa Valley estate (founded in 1861) that blends vineyard vistas with historic elegance. One of the few wineries permitted to host weddings. Food & Wine+1Charles Krug
- Venue Options & Capacities:
- Great Lawn: Up to 800 seated, 1,200 reception
- Carriage House: Upstairs (300 seated), Downstairs (150)
- Redwood Cellar: Upstairs (110 seated), Downstairs (120)
- Pricing & Features: Rental from $10,000–$15,000 depending on season; includes rehearsal, catering, commercial kitchen, restrooms, market lighting. Wine discounts and guest house prep space available.
- Photogenic Appeal: A photographer’s dream—historic architecture, golden hour in vineyard light, elegant and timeless.
5. Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch
If your style is more “country” than “golf course,” you’ll likely appreciate the pastoral setting of Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch. This venue is great for authentic, food-centric weddings with rustic elegance and thoughtful local flavor.
Conveniently located in downtown St. Helena, this extensive farming and vineyard operation includes four properties ready to welcome up to 300 wedding guests.
Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch offers several rustic-chic ceremony locations:
- Apple Meadow
- Walnut Tree
- The Lawn
- The Barn
You can also use any of the other cool event spaces, such as the café, private covered patio, and Potting Shed, to take your wedding to the next level.
Add in the elevated farm-to-table cuisine (which can even be cooked over live fire!), and you’ll see why so many couples choose Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch as their wine country wedding venue.
What is Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch
- Style & Atmosphere: A working farm, vineyard, and restaurant offering rustic-chic charm in downtown St. Helena. Food & WineWordPress Wedding BlogLong Meadow Ranch
- Spaces & Capacities:
- Outdoor & garden sites like Lawn, Apple Meadow, Walnut Tree for ceremonies
- Barn and lawn for receptions—live fire cooking outdoors, rustic-meets-elegant dining
- Capacity up to 300 guests
- Food Focus: Farm-to-table meals prepared with ingredients from their own edible garden. Planning support for personalized events.
6. Hotel Villagio
Hotel Villagio (part of The Estate Yountville in Napa Valley) is a boutique-style wedding destination blending contemporary glamour with the lush elegance of wine country.
Combining personalized planning with extra little touches (like a wine tasting reception or hot air balloon tour over Napa Valley), Hotel Villagio is a dynamic venue in beautiful Yountville.
You’ll have no shortage of ceremony options among the 55,899 square feet of event space:
- The Barrel Room: Featuring vintage wrought-iron chandeliers, exposed brick, and modern lighting, this ballroom-style space is stunning for ceremonies and receptions alike.
- The Vineyard: Follow a secluded pathway to this intimate event lawn with quintessential wine country vibes.
- The Grove: With two light-filled rooms, the Cypress Room and the Olive Room, the Grove opens onto the Grove Patio, an ideal spot for outdoor dinners and receptions.
- The Social: Comprising both a tall, Napa-chic farmhouse and a private courtyard with water and fire features, the Social offers almost 6,600 square feet of indoor and outdoor space.
- The Pavilion: Dazzle your guests in this huge ceremony space, complete with classic California terraced gardens and gazebo-style stage areas.
Wherever you say “I do” (and toast your marriage afterward), you’ll get the romantic wedding you’ve been dreaming of at Hotel Villagio.
What is Hotel Villagio
✨ Style & Ambience
- A modern, vibrant counterpart to the serene Vintage House, with a “naughty-meets-nice” spirit—ideal for both chic, formal ceremonies and lively cocktail-style celebrations EventectiveThe Venue Report.
- Set across 22 acres of terraced gardens, fountains, vineyards, and rustic-chic architecture—think stone walkways, arbors, water features, and vine-covered walls The Venue ReportThe Vendry.
Venue Options & Capacities
- The Pavilion – ~9,300 ft² indoor/outdoor space framed by gardens and fountains; seats up to ~420 The Vendry.
- The Social – ~11,000 ft² combining farmhouse-style indoor space with courtyard and lawns; seats ~276, opens fully to outdoor lounges, fireplaces, and water features The Vendry.
- The Barrel Room – ~2,700 ft² historic winery ambiance with high ceilings, wrought-iron chandeliers; seats ~180, perfect for intimate receptions or indoor ceremonies The Vendry.
- The Vineyard and The Grove as charming smaller, garden-based options EventectiveThe Venue Report.
- Overall capacity up to ~400 seated / ~700 standing depending on configuration The Venue ReportEventective.
Services & Amenities
- Full-service venue: Onsite catering, wedding planner, bar services, valet & parking, spa access, Wi-Fi, A/V equipment, bridal suite—everything handled by staff The Venue ReportNapa Valley.
- Luxury accommodations: 112 rooms + 22 suites at Hotel Villagio, plus a multi-bedroom villa; amenities include in-room minibars, balconies, oversized tubs, plus pool, spa, fitness center, and wine-tasting coordination U.S. News TravelThe Estate Yountville Resortetraveltrips.com.
- Farm-to-table dining onsite (Chef Michael Chiarello’s restaurants, Bottega, Perry Lang’s BBQ) and walking distance to French Laundry & Bouchon Bakery The Venue ReportThe Estate Yountville Resort.
Experience & Pricing
- A stylish wine-country retreat with relaxed luxury and no pretension. Spacious guestrooms with neutral, elegant décor set the tone U.S. News TravelThe Estate Yountville Resort.
- Pricing for weddings typically runs $500–750 per person (for 50–250 guests) with service fees and tax added (~23% service fee + 7.75% tax) EventectiveThe Venue Report. Curfew around 1 AM The Venue Report.
In Summary
Hotel Villagio offers couples a seamless blend of romantic wine-country charm, sophisticated modern design, and comprehensive service. With beautiful indoor and outdoor venues, luxury rooms for guests, on-site spa & dining, and expert event coordination, it’s well-suited for everything from intimate vow renewals to full-scale destination weddings with hundreds of guests.
7. Hiddenbrooke Golf Club
If you’re looking for a Napa Valley wedding venue that’s a bit off the beaten path, check out Hiddenbrooke Golf Club. This hidden gem is nestled in the rolling hills of East Bay in American Canyon, making it a convenient venue that somehow feels worlds away.
What is Hiddenbrooke
Hiddenbrooke Hills by Wedgewood Weddings, located in Vallejo just minutes from Napa Valley, is a scenic and elegantly styled wedding venue that blends rustic charm with modern sophistication.
🌿 Setting & Scenery
- Nestled in rolling hills overlooking an 18-hole Arnold Palmer golf course, Hiddenbrooke offers sweeping valley views as the backdrop for outdoor ceremonies Wedgewood Weddingsweddingmapper.comEventective.
- Event spaces include:
- Fairways Ceremony Lawn with a light wood arbor and manicured lawns.
- Garden Ceremony Site surrounded by lavender, greenery, and panoramic vistas Wedgewood Weddingszola.com.
- A newly unveiled Garden Courtyard near the pool offers an intimate outdoor option for up to ~75 guests The Golf Wire.
🏰 Indoor Venues & Aesthetics
- Clubhouse: Cozy and sophisticated with rich wood accents, a stone fireplace, and panoramic views of the course—ideal for cocktail hours or smaller gatherings Wedgewood Weddingsweddingmapper.comHIDDENBROOKE GOLF CLUB.
- Garden Pavilion: A stunning solarium-style reception hall with cathedral ceilings, brass chandeliers, polished concrete floors, drapery, and a built-in dance floor. Floor-to-ceiling windows showcase sunset views Wedgewood Weddingswedgewoodevents.comzola.com.
- Grand Hall/Garden Room: Rustic-farmhouse details with barn doors, wrought-iron chandeliers, romantic courtyard with bistro lights—great for larger receptions or indoor ceremonies regardless of weather Wedgewood Weddingswedgewoodevents.comzola.com.
💼 Packages & Planning
- As part of Wedgewood Weddings, they offer all-inclusive packages (rental, catering, décor, coordination) with personalization options—from “Build Your Own” to upscale “Elite” tiers
- Pricing typically ranges from $7,300–$9,300 for a full wedding at peak times, with capacity up to ~200 guests. Off-peak may be lower
- Catering is in-house, with menus covering diverse cuisines and dietary needs; pricing ranges roughly from $78–$146 per person depending on package
👍 Why Couples Love It
- Great value for the Bay Area—beautiful views and elegance without Napa Valley’s typical price tag. One Reddit bride noted total cost under $25K for ~80 guests and appreciated the convenience of the all-inclusive package but wondered about tasting options.
- Professional, friendly staff: Many couples highlight attentive planning, helpful coordination, and smooth-day execution, making the experience low-stress and enjoyable
Bonus: Best Sonoma Wedding Venues
Looking for the best wedding venues in Sonoma? Here are a few top picks in the Sonoma area:
- Viansa Sonoma
- Seven Branches Venue & Inn
- Cornerstone Sonoma
- Vintners Resort Sonoma
- Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa
Bonus: Best Bay Area Wedding Venues
Is San Francisco more your style? Check out the best Bay Area wedding venues here:
- The Mountain Terrace
- The Lighthouse at Glen Cove Marina
- Rengstorff House
- San Francisco Ferry Building
- Slide Ranch
Looking for a Photographer for Your Napa Valley Wedding Venue?
Now that you’ve found the perfect Napa Valley wedding venue, it’s time to find the perfect Napa Valley wedding photographer!
As a luxury wedding photographer with 15+ years of experience, I adore working with couples getting married in northern California and beyond. Yes, I live in Telluride, Colorado, but I love traveling to wedding destinations — especially in gorgeous Napa Valley.
Contact me today to see if my signature light, airy, and timeless style would be a good fit for your wedding (and to see if I have your date available)!
