Affordable Wedding Venues in Monrovia, CA

Affordable Wedding Venues in Monrovia, CA

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9 Wedding Venues in Monrovia, CA

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CSULB Japanese Garden 

5.0

Long Beach, CA
  • Up to 150 guests
  • Raw space
  • Outdoor
  • Open house

The Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden at Cal State Long Beach is a naturally stunning and serene setting, perfect for celebrating your love. Nestled within lush landscapes and featuring a tranquil koi pond, our garden provides a breathtaking backdrop for your special day. Whether you're planning an intimate wedding or a heartfelt vow renewal, we offer a picturesque space for a private ceremony or a gathering with close family and friends. Let us bring your dream wedding to life in a setting of timeless beauty and elegance.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has onsite accommodations
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Provides catering services

Venue considerations

  • No dedicated areas for getting ready
  • Dance floor not included
  • Does not allow pets
The Japanese Garden is a beautiful, intimate, hidden gem on the campus of Cal State Long Beach. It was a lovely backdrop drop to our wedding day. Omar was easy to communicate with and was always prompt in getting back to us with answers to our questions and helped us with any concerns we had. He and his staff helped make our blessed day better than we could have ever imagined. The Grand catering was fantastic and many of our guest continue to comment on how delicious the food was. We highly recommend this majestic place for your special event.
Deborah H., 3 months ago
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Peace Cottage for beautiful backyard party 

5.0

Duarte, CA
  • Up to 100 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $2,500

Looking for a serene and picturesque setting for your wedding celebration? Our charming 3-bedroom peace cottage offers the perfect space for your special day. Nestled in a tranquil location, this beautiful home features a lush green lawn in the front, ideal for welcoming guests and capturing stunning outdoor photos. The spacious backyard garden is perfect for hosting up to 100 guests, creating an intimate and unforgettable atmosphere for your wedding ceremony, reception, or rehearsal dinner. This cozy cottage is not just a venue, but a home where families can gather, relax, and prepare for the wedding celebrations. With its warm, welcoming vibe, it provides an ideal space for bridal parties and loved ones to stay, ensuring a stress-free experience as you get ready for the big day. Whether you envision an elegant outdoor wedding in the garden or an intimate family gathering, our cottage offers flexibility and beauty for all types of celebrations.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Has onsite accommodations
  • Lush gardens

Venue considerations

  • Requires outside catering services
  • Does not provide event staff
  • Dance floor not included
Peace Cottage was the perfect venue for our backyard wedding celebration. From the very beginning, the team at Peace Cottage was incredibly responsive and proactive in their communication, making the planning process smooth and stress-free. The venue itself is simply beautiful - spacious, peaceful, and surrounded by lush greenery that provided a serene and intimate atmosphere for our special day. They were also very flexible with our schedule, accommodating our needs and ensuring everything ran seamlessly. We couldn't have asked for a better place to host our wedding, and we're so grateful to the team at Peace Cottage for helping to make our day so special.
Dil N., 8 months ago
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Pub Night Parties 

5.0

West Covina, CA
  • Up to 12 guests
  • Select services
  • Outdoor & indoor
  • Starts at $1,500

We offer two unique venues that are MOBILE - we deliver them to your preferred location in the LA and Orange County area. The Blackthorn & Thistle is our charming, authentic mobile Irish Pub, featuring a working fireplace and Guinness draught system. The Captain's Quarters is our fun, tropical, shipwreck-themed mobile tiki bar, featuring a working waterfall grotto and a boat bar! Check out the pictures and videos to get a sense of these fantastic spaces - or arrange a visit to our showroom for a teeny tiny pub crawl! And don't forget, the experience can be extended outside the pubs with themed decor and additional rentals!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has an intimate atmosphere
  • Rustic yet refined style
  • Provides event staff

Venue considerations

  • On-site parking not available
  • No in-house catering options
  • Does not have a dance floor
We wanted that perfect touch to make our event the best, and we found it. On time, easy to work with! Great experience
Christian W., a year ago
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Almansor Court Conference & Event Center 

5.0

Alhambra, CA
  • Up to 550 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $1,750

Almansor Court has been hosting weddings and receptions for almost three decades right on the golf course and lake in Alhambra; a unique and memorable location for both you and your guests. With a scenic view and bright, cheerful banquet rooms seating up to 500 guests, Almansor Court provides an ideal location for your ceremony or reception. Our uniquely themed rooms vary from a traditional ballroom setting with large chandeliers, to a contemporary themed room with accompanying terrace, and a naturally lit greenhouse room overlooking the golf course. The decor adds energy to any event without detracting from supplementary decorations.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides catering services
  • Provides setup and cleanup
  • Multiple event spaces

Venue considerations

  • No in-house lighting and sound packages available
  • On-site parking not available
  • Not wheelchair accessible
Almansor Court was the perfect venue for our July 4th wedding. The staff went above and beyond with their communication throughout the planning process, ensuring every detail was taken care of so we could relax and enjoy our big day. The quality and value were exceptional - the ballroom looked gorgeous with the decor and the view of the fireworks show from the outdoor patio really added that special touch to celebrate Independence Day. We couldn't have picked a better place to host our wedding and publicly declare our love for each other. Almansor Court made our wedding a dream come true!
Petra F., a year ago
The Maxwell House 

5.0

Pasadena, CA
  • Up to 120 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $4,500

The Maxwell House is an Historic Landmark & Special Event Space located in the heart of Old-Town Pasadena. Full of unique, historic charm, it is a venue built for making memories! We offer a variety of wedding and special event packages, perfect for any of life’s celebrations! Event rentals include access to the entire first floor, including the main ballroom, grand staircase, sweeping foyer, large dining room, library, full kitchen, and two outdoor patios, in addition to the upstairs mezzanines and wedding suite. Included in our packages is the use of our inhouse equipment such as tables and chairs, artisan crafted wooden wedding arch, dance floor, sound system, bar, outdoor string lighting, complimentary parking, and more!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a dance floor for celebration
  • Lush gardens
  • Dressing room available

Venue considerations

  • No all-inclusive dining options
  • No on-premises lodging options
  • Does not allow pets
From our first look at pictures of this venue, we fell in love. The architecture and the history of this venue stand out compared to other venues we looked at, and the chance to support a non-profit with our wedding was an extra bonus. All the staff that helped us with everything from planning to the day of were wonderful and really helped the day go perfectly. Even with the threat of rain, we knew we had options for an indoor or a outdoor/indoor wedding. We also have to shout out their Preferred Vendors list as a great place to start building the rest of our wedding vendors.
Kelly S., 3 years ago
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Madeline Garden 
Pasadena, CA
  • Up to 200 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $2,000

Madeline Garden offers a unique and whimsical dining experience, perfect for creating lasting memories. Serving brunch, high tea, French-Italian cuisine, small tapas, and Isakaya, this venue blends modern European flair with Eastern Old Culture. Enjoy wine pairings and fun spirits while talented artists perform. With seven charming large rooms, Madeline Garden is ideal for celebrating birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, graduations, and more.

Why you'll love this venue

  • All-inclusive venue packages
  • Provides catering services
  • Pets can join the celebration

Venue considerations

  • On-site parking not available
  • No on-site guest accommodations
  • Not wheelchair accessible
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The Arbour 
Pasadena, CA
  • Up to 100 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $3,000

A true farm to table restaurant housed in the historic city of Pasadena, focusing on local ingredients, exceptional service and a California ambiance. Fulfilling their lifelong dream, Chef Ian Gresik and his wife Nancy opened The Arbour in the beautiful and historic city of Pasadena—an elegant farm-to-table restaurant perfect for wedding celebrations. Known for its seasonal menus featuring locally sourced ingredients, The Arbour provides a refined dining experience ideal for rehearsal dinners, intimate receptions, or post-wedding brunches.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Flexible event spaces
  • Provides catering services

Venue considerations

  • Couple must handle cleanup and setup
  • No on-site bridal suite
  • Does not have a dance floor
The Westin Pasadena 
Pasadena, CA
  • Up to 350 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $109

The Westin Pasadena is a wellness hotel and wedding venue in Pasadena, California. This boutique hotel features a luxury spa, beautiful ballrooms, and a dedicated event staff to make your wedding weekend absolutely fantastic. Whether you’re planning a luxury elopement or an event with hundreds of guests, The Westin Pasadena ensures every couple receives five-star service throughout their stay. You’ll have access to beautiful indoor and outdoor venues, and will receive a custom catering menu made for you and your guests’ enjoyment. The Westin Pasadena’s convenient central location gives you and your guests easy access to some of Pasadena’s most popular tourist destinations. If you’re looking for a luxury wedding venue at an affordable price, visit The Westin Pasadena.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Pets can join the celebration
  • Has a dance floor for celebration
  • Handles all cleanup logistics

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
  • On-site parking not available
  • Best for events with big guest lists
The Courtyard Monterey Park 
Monterey Park, CA
  • Up to 300 guests
  • Select services
  • Outdoor & indoor

The Courtyard Monterey Park is the newest contemporary hotel wedding venue set in Los Angeles, California. With over 15,000sq ft of modern banquet and meeting spaces, this luxury hotel can host weddings and events of all sizes. Boasting elegant function suites, mouthwatering catering, and luxurious accommodation, at The Courtyard Monterey Park, you can celebrate the all-inclusive celebration of your dreams. The Courtyard Monterey Park can cater to events ranging from intimate gatherings of 10 guests to extravagant celebrations of up to 400 attendees. You and your guests can begin the special day with a beautiful ceremony on our outdoor patio. After exchanging your vows, the festivities can start in the elegant Crystal Ballroom which can accommodate 350 of your loved ones for a lavish occasion or can also be transformed into the perfect contemporary ceremony space. Once the evening festivities have concluded, you and your guests can unwind in one of our 288 rooms for a relaxing stay.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Private area for the wedding party
  • Flexible event spaces
  • Has a dance floor for celebration

Venue considerations

  • Does not allow pets
  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional

About wedding venues in Monrovia, CA

Monrovia wedding venues blend architectural diversity with the stunning San Gabriel Mountains backdrop. You'll discover Spanish colonial heritage sites, botanical gardens and historic landmarks throughout the area, giving you distinctive settings with authentic Southern California character at prices more affordable than Los Angeles options.

What Makes Monrovia Wedding Venues Special?

Historical significance meets modern amenities in Monrovia's venue options. The Griffith House offers wheelchair-accessible Spanish-style grounds with a private ceremony lawn that's perfect for traditional ceremonies. You'll love the Mitten Building's character too; this former citrus packing house showcases gorgeous exposed brick walls and wood details throughout. Its multi-level Main Room connects to a basement Speakeasy Bar and garden patio so you can move smoothly between your ceremony and reception without missing a beat.

How Much Do Monrovia Wedding Venues Cost?

Wedding venues in Monrovia typically cost around $10,238, which represents about 18% of your total wedding budget and falls right within the national range of $6,500-$12,000. Your total Monrovia wedding might cost:

  • 50 guests (small wedding): $25,155
  • 100 guests: $41,969
  • 150 guests: $57,772
  • 200 guests: $71,890
  • 250 guests: $86,009
  • 300 guests (large wedding): $100,127

Which Venue Types Can You Choose From in Monrovia?

Hotel venues in Monrovia offer impressive flexibility for your big day. The Courtyard by Marriott features nearly 7,800 square feet of event space including a Grand Ballroom that seats up to 400 guests. You'll benefit from their full-service event planning and in-house catering with options ranging from elegant plated dinners to casual buffet and family-style dining. DoubleTree by Hilton Monrovia Pasadena gives you 9,000 square feet of event space that accommodates up to 220 guests for seated dinners. Your guests will appreciate the outdoor ceremony areas surrounded by lush trees before moving into elegant ballrooms for your reception celebrations.

What Should You Budget for Other Wedding Services in Monrovia?

ServiceAverage Cost% of Total Budget (150 guests)
Venue$10,23818%
Florists$7,50813%
Catering$8,19014%
Bar Services$6,55211%
Photographers$4,5738%
Planners$4,6418%
Videographers$4,1367%
Bands and DJs$1,6323%
Hair & Makeup$5761%
Cakes and desserts$7841%

Where Can You Find Accessible Wedding Venues in Monrovia?

The DoubleTree by Hilton offers complete wheelchair accessibility throughout the property with dedicated preparation areas and bridal suites for your convenience. You'll appreciate how their outdoor ceremony area flows into an elegant ballroom with on-site catering and event coordination. They also provide barrier-free self-parking facilities for guests with mobility needs. Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles Pasadena/Monrovia delivers wheelchair accessibility alongside nearly 7,800 square feet of flexible event space. You can enjoy luxury blended with practicality while your guests take in the beautiful San Gabriel Mountains scenery.

Which Monrovia Venues Offer Outstanding Food?

Arbat Banquet Hall has been serving the Monrovia area for over 20 years with beautiful venue spaces and delicious catering for up to 450 guests. You'll find Angeleno Banquet Hall offers recently renovated ballrooms that accommodate 328 guests with experienced culinary teams ready to create custom wedding menus that match your vision. The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Monrovia stands out for quality catering services and customizable menus that perfectly suit weddings with 201-250 guests. Your guests will rave about the food long after your celebration ends.

When Should You Book Your Monrovia Wedding Venue?

Most couples secure their Monrovia venues about 15 months (454 days) before their wedding date. September sees the highest number of venue inquiries so you'll face more competition during this period. Planning ahead gives you the best chance at securing your dream venue without unnecessary stress.

Monrovia wedding venues blend architectural diversity with the stunning San Gabriel Mountains backdrop. You'll discover Spanish colonial heritage sites, botanical gardens and historic landmarks throughout the area, giving you distinctive settings with authentic Southern California character at prices more affordable than Los Angeles options.

What Makes Monrovia Wedding Venues Special?

Historical significance meets modern amenities in Monrovia's venue options. The Griffith House offers wheelchair-accessible Spanish-style grounds with a private ceremony lawn that's perfect for traditional ceremonies. You'll love the Mitten Building's character too; this former citrus packing house showcases gorgeous exposed brick walls and wood details throughout. Its multi-level Main Room connects to a basement Speakeasy Bar and garden patio so you can move smoothly between your ceremony and reception without missing a beat.

How Much Do Monrovia Wedding Venues Cost?

Wedding venues in Monrovia typically cost around $10,238, which represents about 18% of your total wedding budget and falls right within the national range of $6,500-$12,000. Your total Monrovia wedding might cost:

  • 50 guests (small wedding): $25,155
  • 100 guests: $41,969
  • 150 guests: $57,772
  • 200 guests: $71,890
  • 250 guests: $86,009
  • 300 guests (large wedding): $100,127

Which Venue Types Can You Choose From in Monrovia?

Hotel venues in Monrovia offer impressive flexibility for your big day. The Courtyard by Marriott features nearly 7,800 square feet of event space including a Grand Ballroom that seats up to 400 guests. You'll benefit from their full-service event planning and in-house catering with options ranging from elegant plated dinners to casual buffet and family-style dining. DoubleTree by Hilton Monrovia Pasadena gives you 9,000 square feet of event space that accommodates up to 220 guests for seated dinners. Your guests will appreciate the outdoor ceremony areas surrounded by lush trees before moving into elegant ballrooms for your reception celebrations.

What Should You Budget for Other Wedding Services in Monrovia?

ServiceAverage Cost% of Total Budget (150 guests)
Venue$10,23818%
Florists$7,50813%
Catering$8,19014%
Bar Services$6,55211%
Photographers$4,5738%
Planners$4,6418%
Videographers$4,1367%
Bands and DJs$1,6323%
Hair & Makeup$5761%
Cakes and desserts$7841%

Where Can You Find Accessible Wedding Venues in Monrovia?

The DoubleTree by Hilton offers complete wheelchair accessibility throughout the property with dedicated preparation areas and bridal suites for your convenience. You'll appreciate how their outdoor ceremony area flows into an elegant ballroom with on-site catering and event coordination. They also provide barrier-free self-parking facilities for guests with mobility needs. Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles Pasadena/Monrovia delivers wheelchair accessibility alongside nearly 7,800 square feet of flexible event space. You can enjoy luxury blended with practicality while your guests take in the beautiful San Gabriel Mountains scenery.

Which Monrovia Venues Offer Outstanding Food?

Arbat Banquet Hall has been serving the Monrovia area for over 20 years with beautiful venue spaces and delicious catering for up to 450 guests. You'll find Angeleno Banquet Hall offers recently renovated ballrooms that accommodate 328 guests with experienced culinary teams ready to create custom wedding menus that match your vision. The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Monrovia stands out for quality catering services and customizable menus that perfectly suit weddings with 201-250 guests. Your guests will rave about the food long after your celebration ends.

When Should You Book Your Monrovia Wedding Venue?

Most couples secure their Monrovia venues about 15 months (454 days) before their wedding date. September sees the highest number of venue inquiries so you'll face more competition during this period. Planning ahead gives you the best chance at securing your dream venue without unnecessary stress.

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