Bel-Air Bay Club Reviews
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4.8 out of 5 rating
63 Reviews
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Rachel Sent on 02/08/2024
A night to remember!
We had our wedding at the Bel Air Bay Club on February 4th and it was absolutely beautiful! Over the last year, our venue coordinator Kira was incredibly helpful with answering all of our questions and pivoting to a back up rain plan days before the event so we could move everything inside due to rain on our wedding day. We couldn't have dreamed of a more special day, and everything from the food to the service was impeccable. The staff here is absolutely amazing and we would like to give a shoutout to Steve the Director of Banquets, Maria Elena our bridal assistant (a true gem who literally treated us like king and queen), Jacob the sweetest waiter who handled our VIP tables, our day of coordinators Maddie and Ben, and the valet team who worked hard all night in the storm and ensured our guests stayed dry in the rain. Our guests also couldn't stop talking about how delicious the food and drinks were, how smooth the day went, and the true elegance the Bel-Air Bay Club evokes. The food presentation was absolutely beautiful. Even though we had to move everything inside due to the weather, the wedding resulted in an absolutely magical space and we wouldn't have changed a thing! We are incredibly happy that we got married here and highly recommend it for your wedding venue. Thank you to everyone at BABC you are amazing!!!! -
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Erinn O. Sent on 02/07/2024Amazing experience!! Absolutely recommend!
I cannot give the Bel-Air Bay Club team enough praise!!! We hired them as our venue (both ceremony and reception) for our wedding on 12/30/23. Throughout the entire process (almost 2 years from booking to wedding) they were incredibly communicative, kind, and helpful! They hopped on multiple email exchanges and calls to make sure we got what we wanted and that everything was organized and in order. They worked with all of our vendors and myself and my husband extremely well. The staff both prior to and day-of were friendly, professional, and awesome. The attention to detail was immaculate. And the space was the just stunning inside and out. We also loved that the pricing was extremely transparent from start to finish. It was truly the wedding of our dreams. To this day, the guests can't stop talking about it. Would recommend Bel-Air Bay Club over and over again!! -
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Stephanie R. Sent on 11/29/2023You must do your wedding here!
The Bel-Air Bay Club has a fabulous reputation, and after our wedding we know EXACTLY WHY! The club is the most special, wonderful event space / wedding venue you can possibly use in Southern California. Not only is the club and the views alone breathtaking, but every single person who works there is an absolute pleasure. I specifically worked with Jenny and Ashley - who are just unbelievable!!! Jenny helped me source my planner and truly helped guide me on my event when I knew nothing. And, Ashley was our partner throughout the entire process ensuring every detail was perfect. The club is just full of pros, and not to mention the INCREDIBLE FOOD!!!! This place is just top notch!!!! -
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Tony Sent on 12/02/2023The Wedding Of Our Dreams
My wife and I could not not have imagined our wedding be at any venue other than the Bel Air Bay Club. As you can see from their pictures, the entire property is gorgeous and well maintained. Every staff member there was not only courteous to us, but to all of our guests. Our events coordinating manager Ashley was on top of every detail. She was attentive to all of our needs and changes and she helped keep us on schedule and always followed up on our requests. We were in absolute great hands with her. From day one we knew that we had made the right decision. Amongst the many reasons why we enjoyed BABC, here are a few:
The venue photographs extremely well.
All of the vendors we used LOVE working there and have been there before.
The property is very versatile (and spacious) and can accommodate various types of setups.
They have most of the things you need on the wedding day, between dance floor to dinnerware to chairs, etc.
The option to stay in one of their rooms is a real bonus that we would highly recommend.
The food and catering is top notch. We were told by several of our guests that the buffet spread we had was the best wedding food they’ve ever had.
They do MANY weddings per year, so they know exactly what they are doing. They are like a well oiled machine.
And, of course, the view is perfect.
We can’t say enough nice things about this place. The only drawback is that so many other people feel this way that you will have to book well in advance.
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Billy V. Sent on 06/09/2023
BABC - Do your wedding here!
From the start, the planning staff was well prepared and offered some really good information to help with the planning. There are a good number of options with selecting location, food, amenities, etc. The day of: We had a dedicated room for the bride's group to do hair/make-up and another room for the groomsmen to get dressed. The location of the altar was setup on the lawn with option of facing Santa Monica, the ocean, or Malibu (we did Malibu). BABC offers light food and your choice of beverages for getting ready. We selected the fireplace room to hold the reception with three long tables and we sat separately at a table at the head of the middle table. The place settings were gorgeous, the wait staff was efficient, helpful, friendly during the multicourse meal. We used the courtyard for both the self-service food stations and also two fully stocked bars. For 125 ppl we didn't have to wait for anything more than a minute or two. The views of the ocean from the dining room was spectacular. We highly recommend this venue over the other ten we visited - and we are so happy we did. Note 1 - We had the wedding on a Thursday as opposed to a weekend (a much better value if you're looking to save a little $$). Note 2 - For transportation, we had multiple 38 seat buses and one 56 seat bus. They say that larger buses can't maneuver up the narrow road and beneath the tree canopy. -
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Jasmine J. Sent on 12/06/2023A dream wedding and the best day ever!
We had a dream wedding at the BABC and would recommend it a 1000x over.
Pricing - When we first found BABC through Wedding Wire, the venue looked too gorgeous to be within our budget, but we are SO glad we reached out b/c we were pleasantly surprised to find that the price estimate on Wedding Wire was accurate (before tax/service)! Even though it was a little bit more than we were planning to spend on a venue, their prices are primarily food/beverage minimums and differ by season/day of the week. They also book out SUPER fast so start planning early! When we toured in May 2022, the first Sunday available was in Sept 2023 and the first Saturday available was in Nov 2023.
Venue - The venue is SO beautiful, just like the photos. My husband and I had toured 4 other venues in San Diego and they were all just as expensive but very underwhelming in person. When we toured the BABC, we IMMEDIATELY looked at each other and knew it was the one. The view from the steps down to the lawn is breathtaking, and we loved that we had the whole space to ourselves. We also love that the lawn overlooks the ocean, instead of being directly on a sandy beach, and that we are far enough from the highway that we can’t hear traffic or see random strangers.
Wedding Planning - BABC hosts a ton of weddings so they have a very standardized and streamlined process, complete with wedding planning workbooks, menus, recommended vendors, etc. that made it possible to plan our wedding without a wedding planner. Our event coordinators, Liz and Caroline, were AMAZING — we had sooo many questions which they answered with the utmost promptness, patience, thoroughness. We never had to worry about chasing them down (which we learned is easily the most stressful part of dealing with vendors). They also provided a day of coordinator, Madison, and a bridal attendant, Maria Elena, both of whom were amazing. Maria truly went above and beyond to help me with my dress and bouquet, and even took beautiful photos for us so we could see a sneak peak of the poses / angles our photographer had taken.
Food - BABC also has a monthly tasting, which was super fun. We loved BABC’s hor d'oeuvres, as did our guests. The only mini area of improvement would be their steak, which we did not like at the tasting. But we just avoided it by choosing short ribs and scallops as our entree options, and our guests raved about the scallops!
There’s a reason why two of our friends, and two of our friends’ friends, also had or are having their weddings at the BABC. It’s truly a beautiful venue, with the best staff, at a reasonable price point. Thank you BABC for making our wedding the BEST day ever!!! -
Carson Sent on 08/10/2023
Best Wedding Venue in LA
My now-husband and I explored close to 75 wedding venues across Los Angeles, Palm Springs, and Puerto Vallarta and hands down the Bel-Air Bay Club was the best. The staff was immediately professional, friendly, and excited to work with us and venue spaces were exquisite. It was an easy decision to select the BABC as our wedding venue. From day one, they were a breeze to work with and made sure our wedding day was perfect. A special shout out to Jenny Martin, Liz Phan for all of their amazing coordination and help leading up to the wedding and to Banquet Captain Anthony, Operations Director Steve, and Day Of Coordinator Katrina for making the day spectacular and 100% stress-free. All of our guests are still raving about the wedding, especially the BABC's views, spaces, bartending staff, catering staff, food, and experience! -
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Grace A. Sent on 04/09/2023Wedding of Our Dreams
Literally our wedding day dreams come true. BABC and their staff were absolutely amazing and helped guide us throughout the process from beginning to end. I especially would like to thank Liz Phan, our coordinator who helped us out with everything. Liz you are absolutely amazing, thank you so much for everything! It’s all thanks to her that this stressful wedding planning went smoothly and helped our big day be that much more memorable. Liz helped our beautiful dream wedding day come to life. Planning a wedding is very stressful, but Liz was there every step of the way. She would give us advice and guidance and always looked out for us. She was always available when I had questions. Thanks to her, our special day was absolutely perfect. In the midst of world breaking SoCal rainfalls and storms, we are beyond thankful the sun decided to make an appearance that one day of the week and allowed us to enjoy the beautiful ocean views during our ceremony which is one of the main reasons we chose this venue. The views are breathtaking, the staff is very friendly, and the venue offered many things like a ceremony arch, wooden dance floor, wooden chairs, and other wedding reception items that were included in our overall pricing. We had researched and visited a number of venues until we found BABC and I knew this was the place I wanted to get married at the minute I saw the stunning views and met the staff. I would also like to thank Maria Elena, my bridal assistant for that day. She was just amazing and the absolute best! She really is BABC’s best hidden secret! She was like my fairy godmother the entire time - from the beginning till the end of our night. Anything I needed or my husband needed, she was always there to help. We are so grateful for BABC’s amazing staff and service and beautiful venue. Literally our wedding dreams come true.
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Daniel W. Sent on 02/28/2023A day we'll never forget!
We had a truly incredible experience having our wedding here. From the food tasting all the way through to the wedding day itself, our coordinator Ashley was there for us every step of the way and was incredibly kind, communicative and transparent through out the process. While planning a wedding can be stressful, we always knew that we were in great hands.
And when the day came, that couldn't have been more true. Ashley and Katrina were there for us from the morning of the wedding all the way 'til the end of the night to make sure that things ran smoothly. And that they did!
On top of staffing a day-of-coordinator, there was also the bridal attendant, Maria Elena, who is the absolute best!
And also a thank you to Jenny who gave us the initial tour and helped us get set up with our date before being assigned to Ashley!
It truly was a day neither of us will ever forget.
Beautiful views. Great food. Kind and wonderful staff. A personalized experience. We couldn't recommend this place more! -
Gabriela B. Sent on 07/19/2022
No words to describe how amazing this venue is. Worth every penny!
Thank you so much for an amazing event. I'm truly amazed how smoothly the day went. I worked with Liz Pham and she is so amazing. I was planning my wedding while balancing work and nursing school and she made it happen. She helped me through it all and didn’t mind my crazy schedule. She’s flexible and on point! Im glad I decided to go for it and get married at this venue. No regrets whatsoever. Thanks to Liz, my wedding coordinator, and BABC my family was able to enjoy the wedding and have an amazing time. Thank you so so much! -
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Kelly J. Sent on 01/29/2022An absolute dream.
Bel Air Bay Club is fully worth it; if you are able to afford and reserve a date with them, do it!
Because of the outstanding level of service this venue provides, we did not need to hire Day-of Coordinator. They will not fill the role of a full wedding planner (hiring external vendors, creating color schemes, event design, etc), but you just let them guide you to create a timeline, layout, and menu, hand them your list of vendor contact information, and they will handle all vendors and coordination on the day-of. Our wonderful Special Events Coordinators Gabriella and Esmeralda fully handled and recorded every weird request we had and helped guide us through the process up until the day-of, and the onsite coordinator Sophie + her assistant worked with us and our external vendors on the day-of.
Jenny guided us through their pricing structure, and there were no hidden fees whatsoever, everything was upfront. They provide extensive documentation to clarify what they do and don't do, any options you'd like to add on, and they are also very responsive to any questions.
They were extremely flexible, even when we had last-minute requests due to Covid (changing the whole layout, seating arrangements, even switched out a guest who cancelled with another guest who asked last minute if she could come). Everything went off without a hitch, we were totally relaxed without a worry on our special day and the staff handled everything.
They even provided a wonderful bridal attendant Maria who helped so much, carrying my veil and train so they didn't get messed up for photos, bringing me drinks, and taking tons and tons of photos throughout the day which was a wonderful supplement to what our photographers were able to capture. She's an absolute gem.
The venue is so beautiful that (in my opinion) it does not need much decoration if you would like to be budget conscious in that regard. Just something on the ceremony arch and some centerpieces are all that's necessary.
The wait staff were extremely efficient and made sure everyone got their meals in a timely manner. All the food was delicious, nothing was disappointing. It was served at the perfect temperature, it was all very flavorful, and none of the steak or fish was overcooked (very impressive, I've never been to a large event where everything was cooked perfectly). We chose to serve raw oysters during appetizers and they were extremely fresh and delicious. The cocktails were perfect as well. My now-husband and I are pretty critical of how food is cooked usually and it fully exceeded our expectations in a delightful way.
Guests made so many comments on how amazing the food and drinks were, how insanely beautiful the view & venue were, how "you guys really know how to throw a party". Our families were simply blown away, they'd never been to a wedding where the family could just sit and relax, especially with that kind of view.
It was truly the best wedding we'd ever been to. We are realists; we weren't necessarily looking to create a "dream wedding;" we just wanted to put together an event that we ourselves would remember and enjoy attending as guests; but an absolute 100% DREAM WEDDING is what we experienced with the guidance and support from the wonderful staff. -
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Jen K. Sent on 12/18/2021Incredible venue and kind staff
Where to begin! The Bel Air Bay Club is an absolutely gorgeous venue inside and out and our friends are still raving about the view weeks later. We had the most amazing team to work with including Esmeralda, Jenny and Sophie. They were very responsive to questions and kept us on track throughout the planning process. For the day of, Sophie did and incredible job coordinating and making our vision come true! The night went so smoothly and we are so thankful for everyone’s help throughout this process!! Also our day of bridal attendant Maria Elena was so kind and helpful!! Thank you Bel Air Bay Club for the wedding of my dreams! -
Giselle E. Sent on 07/23/2021
Incredible experience from beginning to end!
So my husband and I are from Northern California and we had several relatives in the Southern California area so we searched online to find a venue that would meet in the middle and that would overlook the ocean. We did the walkthrough video on youtube and booked it. Crossed our fingers and when we went in person we were blown away with how gorgeous this place is! The pictures or videos don't do it justice!
Sure the place is gorgeous but, what made it such a wonderful experience was the staff. On the wedding day everyone was working to make our day about us. They made us feel welcomed and acknowledged us all throughout the day.
I especially want to highlight our coordinator Jenny Martin for her work ethic, patience, and professionalism.
Since we were doing our planning during the pandemic there were so many additional details involved in the wedding planning process that we didn't realize but, Jenny Martin walked us through every thing step by step to make sure we were happy with all of our selections in the planning process. Due to LA county mandates we also needed to postpone our wedding date from April 29th, 2021 to July 8th, 2021. But, Jenny was professional and gave us the options we needed to make sure that our wedding day was everything that we envisioned. She was a dream to work with. From the start she was truly kept us as her priority and this showed through how quickly she responded to our emails and calls. She even referred us to vendors (florist, photography, etc.) that also contributed to making our day as dreamy as it was. Although we had to travel back and forth to plan our wedding day we felt that it was totally worth it because we were in great hands with Jenny. She is exceptional, hardworking, and knows what she's doing! You will not be disappointed! :)
Photo cred: Jenny Smith & Co
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Sarah R. Sent on 07/08/2019Amazing Experience!
My fiancé and I knew that our dream wedding would be at Bel Air Bay from the minute we first saw it. Carrie and all the staff are amazing to work with and we can't wait for our wedding there! We are wedding planning from Spain where we live and they have been so helpful in answering any and all questions we have had as well as guiding us through the process. I would highly recommend this venue and can't wait until we tie the knot there!! -
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Rose M. Sent on 11/30/2022Bel-Air Bay Club Staff are ALL-STARS
My wife, Rose Mary and I had our wedding at Bel-Air Bay Club (BABC) on July 15, 2022. Our wedding was pushed back twice from June 7, 2020 and again from July 25, 2021 due to the pandemic. We thank BABC so much for being understanding and flexible with the rescheduling. After 3.5 years of waiting, we arrived on July 15, 2022 and had the most spectacular day of our lives. This was re-echoed by many of our guests saying the "best wedding" and/or "most beautiful venue" ever. The BABC staff was 110% supportive and on their A-game guiding us throughout the day. You can certainly save your money on a "day of" wedding planner, because the BABC Wedding Coordinator Ashley ran things so effectively during our rehearsal, pre-wedding, and during the wedding. They were also very very attentive to my wife Rose Mary in the bridal room, especially during our private moment, helping with her dress, any concerns, and checking in on our mental well-being with everything going on (LOL). Also, the staff from the bartenders, servers, chefs, cooks, the security guard, and front office people... just world-class service all around. We are forever thankful for the experience we had at BABC and we fully recommend them to the moon to have your wedding at their venue. -
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Rebekah Sent on 03/16/2020
Easily the best venue in LA
World-class. Professional. Breathtaking. Easily the best venue in LA.
My husband and I just had our ceremony and reception here and we could fill the pacific ocean with compliments to this staff. Jenny Martin and Cheraya Williams were such wonderful people in helping us plan. They were patient, prompt and flexible in a time of great uncertainty and stress. We will never forget their kindness and how unbelievably GREAT everyone is at their jobs there. That sentiment extends to everyone who staffs the venue. Our guests said over and over how it was the most beautiful, most delicious, most fun wedding they've ever been to.
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Ellen I. Sent on 02/23/2022Best Wedding Venue EVER!!
This is a GORGEOUS old Spanish-style villa in a fabulous setting overlooking the ocean. If you're looking for a warm, welcoming and elegant atmosphere for your event, this is the place. Esmeralda was our staff person for our son's wedding, and she organized an array of services and staffing for our event that ran like clockwork. During the planning phase, she answered every question promptly. worked with our son and his bride on details, and had a list of local vendors from which they could choose (florists, hair/makeup artists, photographer/videographer, etc.) who had worked at the venue before. The attention to detail, and the staff and team members’ care for the bridal party and guests were extraordinary. Everything from having refreshments in the bridesmaids' and groomsmen' dressing rooms to lint brushing of the men's suits were such thoughtful touches. I needed to change into sneakers partway through the event, and staff ran to make sure the dressing room was open so I could make the shoe switch. The set up for the ceremony was seamless, the cocktail and food service was perfect. It was worth the price point to have such a professionally run venue and such great staff. Highly recommend this venue. -
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Lori Sent on 12/02/2019BABC is what wedding dreams are made of!
My husband and I just had our wedding reception at the Bel Air Bay Club about 3 weeks ago and it was seriously such a DREAM! We initially spoke with Carrie to book the event and she was super friendly and professional, and she went above and beyond to make sure everything was clear and all our questions were answered. I was so amazed not just by the beauty of the venue (overlooking the Pacific Ocean at sunset? Hello, gorgeous!) but at how much was included. Everything from the dinner ware and chargers to the linens and even the extra candles... and that’s not to mention the FOOD! A tasting is included and it was divine, just like on the wedding day. As the day got closer, I primarily worked with Jenny, who has become one of my favorite people to chat with. Seriously, she’s hilarious. She made sure all loose ends were tied and that we were able to pull off the wedding of our dreams. I didn’t know this at the time, but I even got a bridal attendant the day of the wedding! She was fabulous, like some sort of ninja who snuck up on me at the exact moment I needed something and had it ready for me before I said anything (including shoes, my dress bustled, extra champagne, food — literally anything I needed!). Everything from booking to the day after the wedding checking out in the morning was so fun and so easy. I’ve also gotten so many compliments from our guests over the past few weeks, all saying ours was the best wedding they ever attended. I’m so grateful to the BABC for that. I almost wish I could throw a follow up wedding just so I could relive it ask over again! -
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Stephanie Sent on 09/05/2019The best decision we made for our wedding!
We knew from the moment we walked into this venue, that this was it. The price, the setting, the staff, the views- were all amazing and sold it to us. This is true California wedding vibes in a classy setting and the staff are amazing. Our wedding ran so smoothly thanks to the incredible staff on site who helped from the beginning of planning and on the day of. My bridal attendant was like my fairy godmother and I would not have survived the day without her! Krissy Allegra is amazing and so helpful with all of the planning and logistics, she also gives great advice. I would recommend this venue without a doubt and hope to attend a wedding here as a guest in the future! -
Jennifer W. Sent on 06/01/2020
AWESOME venue!! Thank you, BABC!
We feel incredibly lucky to have had our wedding here. It took us several months to find a venue, as we looked across a few different counties along the So Cali coastline. BABC miraculously satisfied all of the criteria that we were seeking: coastal, historic, private/intimate, a variety of outdoor and indoor spaces, and ideal size for various guest counts. It also offers incredible food, the best staff, and a decent value proposition compared to some other venues. Further details below - but, in sum, we loved our experience with BABC, which was the perfect venue for our special day. Our guests raved about it, from the spectacular views to the superb food and drinks. If you’re considering it, book ASAP because dates fill up quickly!
Setting - Beautiful venue with breathtaking ocean views and impeccably-manicured grounds. The building and interiors convey some old world charm yet are very timeless. There are a number of different spaces (both in and out) for your guests to move about. Spacious and lovely rooms for the bride and groom to get ready in.
Food - We loved the tasting event beforehand when we got to sample several food options and wine. Nearly everything was so delicious that it was difficult to finalize a menu. The chef definitely delivered the day-of... I just wish I had more time to eat!
Staff - The entire staff is incredibly attentive, responsive, and professional, which made planning less stressful and the day-of more enjoyable. We especially appreciate Krissy (our main contact), Jenny (our day-of coordinator), and Christine (who handled our rehearsal), all of whom were such a pleasure to work with. One of the fears I had before touring this venue was that a private club may be too stuffy or elitist. However, the staff is extremely personable and down-to-earth, and BABC is very flexible and accommodating (they allowed us to bring in donuts and accommodated some menu requests).
Value - There's a hefty price tag, but the pricing is comparable to or even less expensive than some resorts/hotels. You get more for your money, as many things are included (arch ceremony structure(s), aisle runner, easels, cake stand, linens, tables, chairs, chargers, small candles, etc). Plus, I saved by not hiring a day-of coordinator since the venue provided one (and a very sweet bridal attendant!). I was worried I had a lot of decor and personal items to set up, but Jenny handled all of it seamlessly and perfectly. -
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Kelly B. Sent on 06/21/2019Unbelievable venue!
I got married here in May and could not imagine a better venue! They worked with us and our planner to ensure the entire day was perfect. Everything went seamlessly, the food was amazing, and the setting is breathtaking. I highly recommend getting married at Bel-Air Bay Club! -
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