Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Pop the question, “Will you marry me?” on our Gazebo Deck above the vast ocean, breathing in the fresh air. Create a memorable story at Carmel Highlands Inn, and celebrate your special moment surrounded by a truly picturesque setting.

Perched high above the rocky cliffs of the Big Sur coast, and the Pacific Ocean as a backdrop, the Gazebo Deck is the perfect setting to pop the question. The spacious redwood deck is surrounded by lush gardens and cool ocean breezes. With this breathtaking spot, your soon to be fiancé(e) will be talking about the proposal for years to come.

We take pride in handling the details so you can spend time on what’s most important – creating memories in a magnificent and romantic environment. We love making every couple’s special day unique in its own way. Therefore, we have also partnered with our finest vendors to offer the best of service to help bring your dream to life!

The Highlands Inn would be honored to host your proposal!

Proposal Package

• Use of the Gazebo Deck in private for 1 Hour
• Bouquet of Flowers + petals sprinkled on the Gazebo Deck
• Photogrpaher to capture the moments
• Background music to set the mood

This Package is $1,500 Monday-Thursdays | Weekends $2,000
Service charge & tax are not included. Our Proposal Package is available to book within 15 days of popping the question.

Add On’s:

• Sunset Suite: $800 nightly rate
• Rose Petals in Hotel Suite: $50 per room

Please call the Events Department to plan the special day at 831-622-5461. For any further questions or inquiries, please contact Jessica Schmidt, the Sales & Catering Manager.

Envision saying your vows above the vast ocean, breathing in the fresh air, as you say “I do” on our seaside Gazebo Deck. Create a memorable elopement at Hyatt Carmel Highlands Inn, and celebrate your special moment surrounded by a truly picturesque setting.

Perched high above the rocky cliffs of the Big Sur coast with an expansive view of the Pacific Ocean as a backdrop, the Gazebo Deck is the perfect setting for your intimate elopement ceremony. The Gazebo’s spacious redwood deck is surrounded by lush gardens and cool ocean breezes. With this breathtaking spot, your guests will be talking about their memories of your elopement for years to come.

We take pride in handling the details so you can spend time on what’s most important – creating memories in a magnificent and romantic environment. We love making every couple’s special day unique in its own way. Therefore, we have also partnered with our finest vendors to offer the best of service to help bring your dream to life! The Highlands Inn would be honored to host your special day and be with you on the start of your happily ever after.

Our Elopement Packages are available to book within 90 days of saying “I DO” on Thursdays - Sundays only.

Elopement Package:

• Designed for 2-20 people
• Use of the Gazebo Deck for 1.5 hours
• Limited Day-of Coordination to assist with the implementation of event
• White Folding Chairs & Cocktail Tables with House Linens for your ceremony

Site Fee begins at $3,000. Service charge & tax are not included.

Add On:
Officiant: $375 for Elopement Ceremonies
Photographer: $700 for 1 hour / $1,350 for 2 hours
Florals: $500 Package: you choose bouquet, boutonniere or other floral decorations

Virtual or In-Person Tours are available by appointment only. Please call to schedule your tour with our Events Department at 831-622-5461. For any further questions or inquiries, please contact Jessica Schmidt, the Sales & Catering Manager.