Have you been dreaming of a coastal Florida wedding celebration? If so, you are in luck! The city of Naples (often considered the “Golf Capital of the World”), is home to an array of incredible event spaces ripe for transformation, each with their own luxurious amenities and one-of-a-kind oceanside views. Whether you’re looking for a venue to host your rehearsal dinner, welcome party, wedding ceremony, or even your farewell brunch, Hunter Ryan Photo has you covered.
To learn more about our personal favorite venues here in Naples — including some of the city’s most popular rehearsal dinner spots! — read on.
Naples Beachfront Wedding Venues
The Ritz Carlton, Naples
Renowned for their highly-personalized 5-star service, the Ritz Carlton resort in Naples is by far one of the city’s most-frequented venues for special events. Their team of seasoned wedding specialists will not only help plan every detail of your big day, but also coordinate any day-of logistics to help ensure you stay in the moment and enjoy yourself. And, don’t underestimate their variety of on-site event spaces, each with a different capacity and overall feel. You may opt for an extravagant black-tie affair in the grand ballroom, a charming celebration in the fountain courtyard, or even an intimate vow exchange at the beach house — at the Ritz, the world is truly your oyster.
Don’t forget to check out the Sunset Lounge, a luxury bridal suite perfect for snapping some “getting ready” shots!
As a quick note — though couples most often choose the aforementioned Ritz Carlton hotel for their wedding festivities, Naples is also home to the Ritz Carlton Tiburón. The Tiburón is best-known for hosting corporate events and golf tournaments, but is also a wonderful venue for weddings, rehearsal dinners, and welcome parties.
La Playa Beach and Golf Resort
Another premier beachfront wedding venue in Naples, La Playa Beach and Golf Resort boasts miles of private white sand beaches and a dedicated wedding services team who will stop at nothing to bring your vision to life. Plus, in addition to their coveted oceanside ceremony location, La Playa also has two elegant indoor ballroom spaces, a massive lawn, and a covered terrace facing Naples Bay — perfect for a last-minute ceremony location pivot in case of bad weather! And, to top it all off, the resort’s standard wedding package includes special reduced room rates for all of your guests.
The Four Seasons, Naples
Brand new to Naples, the Four Seasons Beach Club is already one of the area’s hottest venues. And when it comes to event spaces, The Four Seasons definitely doesn’t disappoint; whether you choose the beachfront terrace, palm lawn, event lawn, Camellia Court terrace, or even one of the resort’s massive sunlit indoor ballrooms (named the Palm Ballroom and Poinciana Ballroom, respectively), you’ll experience the same luxury comforts and exceptional attention to detail. Best of all, The Four Seasons’ overall capacity of 240 guests makes it perfect for larger wedding celebrations.
Naples Waterfront Wedding Venues
Naples Yacht Club
We arrive next at the Naples Yacht Club (N.Y.C.); talk about nautical chic! From its private floating marina and variety of al fresco dining options to its romantic waterfront views and refined atmosphere, this venue brings an Old World elegance to the table that you just won’t find anywhere else. Keep in mind that you may need to become a member of the club (or be sponsored by a member) in order for your event to be held at the N.Y.C. A bonus fun fact: Established in 1947, the N.Y.C. is also the oldest private social organization in the city’s history!
Naples Country Clubs & Private Clubs
An important reminder about country club weddings — like the Naples Yacht Club, you will almost always need to be sponsored by a member of the club (or become a member yourself) in order to rent out their space for a private event. With specific questions about club sponsorship for any of the following venues, we recommend directly contacting their event coordinator.
Grey Oaks Country Club
The Grey Oaks Country Club, an incredible luxury venue nestled right in the center of Naples, is best known for its expertly-trained culinary staff, on-site sommelier, and intimate East Clubhouse + West Clubhouse properties. Most often, though, couples choose to host their ceremonies on the club’s dazzling grand lawn overlooking the course’s pond.
Royal Poinciana Golf Club
Next up is the Royal Poinciana Golf Club, located just a short distance from Grey Oaks. The vast Royal Poinciana grounds are surrounded on all sides by a nature preserve filled with lush greenery and towering palm trees, providing a uniquely intimate outdoor setting for your big day. But if you’d prefer an indoor space, don’t fret! The grand Poinciana ballroom has an incomparably opulent feel, a built-in stage and dance floor area, huge bay windows, and the capacity to accommodate your full guest list.
Club Pelican Bay
Pelican Bay Country Club, situated on 240 sprawling acres, offers a similar versatility. Whether you opt to host your ceremony in the modern two-story Clubhouse space or out on the club’s meticulously-maintained 27-hole golf course, you’re sure to experience Pelican Bay’s characteristic charm. Don’t forget to check out their spectacular outdoor patio, perfect for hosting your cocktail hour!
The Club at Mediterra
This one is an all-time favorite of our’s, best known for its incredible Mediterranean-inspired architecture and verdant grounds. For private events, The Club at Mediterra offers a variety of
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Trinity by the Cove Episcopal Church
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Naples’ Hidden Gems
The Escalante
This luxury boutique hotel, located in the heart of downtown Naples, is one of the city’s best-kept secrets. Perfect for intimate, dinner-party style wedding celebrations, The Escalante’s exclusive venue buyout offers unparalleled privacy and a distinctly Palm Springs feel. Tucked away just off of 5th Avenue on a gorgeous brick-lined road with a circular drive, this venue’s large poolside courtyard is what makes it a true standout.
The Club at The Strand
Our next venue, The Club at The Strand, has a large outdoor terrace and grand staircase that are excellent for both outdoor ceremonies and photo sessions. Plus, the Strand’s newly refurbished clubhouse boasts a neutral ballroom space perfect for a weather contingency plan — or some late-night dancing! Last but not least, the Club’s staff is committed to working closely with each couple to curate their dream wedding day experience, offering support with everything from your reception dinner menu selections to your ceremony lighting.
Rehearsal Dinner Spots in Naples
In addition to these nine incredible venues, we want to highlight a few rehearsal dinner spots here in Naples. One note — The Ritz Carlton beach house, La Playa Resort, and the Escalante are all wonderful for rehearsal dinners, especially if you are already hosting your wedding with them!
- Renowned for their innovative Italian cuisine.
- Offers both indoor and outdoor private dining areas.
- Live music nightly in the exclusive Club Room.
Tigress Restaurant & Rooftop Bar at Perry Hotel
- Located on the seventh floor of the luxury waterfront Perry Hotel.
- Offers panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico.
- Unique menu inspired by chef Dale Talde’s Filipino roots.
- Offers an outdoor patio space with a covered terrace + the open-air “Rosé All Day” lounge.
- Known for their private party beverage packages featuring carafes of craft cocktails.
- 60″ television perfect for slideshow viewings and games.
- A luxury yacht offering private charters, perfect for a dinner on the water.
- Recently renovated and extremely experienced with hosting special events.
- Offers one of the safest cruise experiences in the region.
- Maximum capacity of 240 guests with full buyout.
- Located in a converted waterfront bungalow and operating since 1976.
- Dock seating directly overlooking Naples Bay.
- Upstairs terrace overlooking the Venetian Bay + private indoor dining rooms downstairs.
- Offers customizable menus for both seated dinners and cocktail hours.
- Well-versed in collaborating with event planners and vendors.
- Located in historic Old Town Naples.
- Features an open-air garden and terrace along with a private indoor dining room.
- Offers a menu of locally-sourced seafood dishes with a hint of classic French flair.
Of course, this list is by no means exhaustive; Naples is brimming with other unique event spaces for you to explore! What matters most is that you select the venue best suited to you and your partner’s proposed order of events, guest list, and desired aesthetic.
Looking for more information on Naples? Be sure to check out The Scout Guide, a dedicated digital guidebook with the inside scoop on all that Naples’ local businesses have to offer. We are deeply grateful and proud to be Scouted Members (check out our featured issue here!) and encourage all 2026 and 2027 brides to check out this incredible resource on all things Naples.
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