The Cocoanut Grove features two main rooms, the Grand Ballroom and the Sun Room. The Grand Ballroom also contains the Bay View Room and Lounge.

Yes. The Sun Room has a bank of windows facing the Monterey Bay. Incorporated in the Grand Ballroom, the Bay View Room and Lounge offer views of the entire Monterey Bay.

The Sun Room can comfortably accommodate up to 225 for a reception and 175 for reception with ceremony.

The Grand Ballroom has the capability of accommodating 400+ for a reception and 300 for a reception with ceremony.

Yes. An event manager will be present to ensure the perfect flow of your event.

The standard room rental includes tables, chairs, tablecloths (white or ivory), and a selection of napkin colors, tableware and glassware; set up and clean up. Staffing includes bar, wait, facility, and event planning assistance.

You are in charge of arranging for the officiant (if you have your ceremony here), cake, music, flowers and the photographer. We do have a referral list of vendors. You do not have to select vendors from our list, but these vendors are familiar with our facility and have proven success at past events. Other vendors may be required to provide proof of licensing and insurance.

You can work with an outside vendor if you wish to rent specialty linens or other décor to enhance our beautiful rooms. Due to the historic nature of our building there are some restrictions and guidelines as to how décor can be hung; taping, nailing, pinning or stapling of any items to our walls is prohibited. Your Event Planner will guide you on what is acceptable. 


The room rental includes five hours of facility use. In addition, you may access the rooms up to 90 minutes prior to your event to accommodate deliveries and décor. If you need additional time this can be discussed with your Event Planner, and may be available for a fee.

All food must be catered through our facility. We have a large-scale commercial kitchen staffed with an executive chef and food service professionals who provide quality, gourmet meals. Our ABC license does not allow for any outside liquor to be brought in, but we have a fully stocked bar that is available for your reception. Wine or champagne may be brought in with the payment of a corkage fee.

We do not have lodging facilities on site, though we have two highly recommended motels within walking distance, the Sea & Sand Inn and the Carousel Motel. We would also be happy to provide you with a list of accommodations in the area.

Contact our sales and planning office at (831) 423-2053 for more information.