Proposals and weddings: spaces, capacities and basics

Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club offers multiple wedding and proposal spaces beachfront and indoors, with capacities from small beach ceremonies (up to 60 guests) to reception-style events in the Golden Palms Ballroom and outdoor Cabana Pool Deck (up to about 150 guests). In-house venues include Bungalow Beach (private deck), Riviera and Golden Palms Ballroom; the hotel also supports proposal and romance packages and can coordinate catering, spa and room blocks.
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Event venues and capacities
Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club lists several named venues for proposals, ceremonies and receptions. Indoor and outdoor options let you choose a beachfront moment or a ballroom dinner-and-dance.
Key on-site venues and published capacities include the Golden Palms Ballroom, Riviera, Cabana Pool Deck, Bungalow Beach venue, and an Oceanfront Beach Ceremony space on the sand.
- Golden Palms Ballroom — banquet/reception capacities listed up to 150 (full) and smaller capacities when split; published banquet rounds 136 and reception 150 in some configurations.
- Riviera / Riviera Terrace — ocean-view meeting room with indoor and terrace options; banquet/rounds capacities reported around 48–73 depending on layout.
- Cabana Pool Deck — 3,772 sq ft outdoor terrace beside the pool; reception/cocktail capacities up to about 150.
- Bungalow Beach Venue — private oceanfront deck and beach-adjacent space with capacities cited around 100 for some event types.
- Oceanfront Beach Ceremony — beach ceremonies on the sand with a published capacity of 60 guests.
| Venue | Typical Max Capacity |
|---|---|
| Oceanfront Beach Ceremony | 60 guests |
| Golden Palms Ballroom (full) | up to 150 (reception) |
| Cabana Pool Deck / Outdoor Terrace | up to 150 (reception) |
| Bungalow Beach Venue | around 100 (deck events) |
| Riviera / Riviera Terrace | about 48–73 (banquet layouts vary) |

Beach and deck ceremonies
If you want a ceremony on sand or a deck steps from the water, the hotel lists an Oceanfront Beach Ceremony space and the Bungalow Beach private deck. The Oceanfront Beach Ceremony is noted with a capacity for up to 60 guests.
Beach and deck ceremonies are subject to available beach access and any local rules the hotel enforces; the property provides direct beach access from its Mid-Beach Collins Avenue location.
- Oceanfront Beach Ceremony: published capacity 60 guests.
- Bungalow Beach private deck: used for small-to-mid-size beach-adjacent ceremonies and receptions (listed event capacity ~100).
- Ask the hotel about set-up limitations on the sand (chairs, arches, music) and whether rentals or permits are required.
| Location | Best for |
|---|---|
| On the sand (Oceanfront Beach Ceremony) | Intimate ceremony up to 60 guests |
| Bungalow Beach private deck | Deck ceremony / small reception ~100 guests |
| Cabana Pool Deck (outdoor terrace) | Cocktail-style receptions up to about 150 |

Ballrooms, meeting rooms and indoor receptions
Golden Palms Ballroom is the primary indoor wedding space. The room measures 2,585 sq ft and can be split into smaller sections (Golden Palms North and South) for more intimate gatherings.
Riviera is another indoor ocean-view meeting room with an adjoining covered terrace that can expand ceremony or reception capacity. The hotel publishes multiple seating/layout options for both rooms.
- Golden Palms Ballroom — full room banquet rounds listed at 136 and reception capacity up to 150; can split into Golden Palms North and South with smaller capacities.
- Riviera — indoor ocean-view room with terrace; listed banquet/rounds capacities around 48–73 depending on layout.
- For precise floor plans, guest counts per layout, and AV support, request the hotel’s event spec sheet or planner.
| Room | Noted capacities (examples) |
|---|---|
| Golden Palms Ballroom (full) | Banquet Rounds 136; Reception 150 |
| Golden Palms North / South (split) | Smaller banquet/theatre capacities (see event guide) |
| Riviera | Banquet Rounds ~48–73 (layout dependent) |
Rooms and suites for proposals, photography and wedding nights
Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club has a range of room types and named suites that can be used for first-look photos, getting-ready spaces, or a post-ceremony night. Room types include Room, Room, Oceanfront, Room, Ocean View, and multiple Premium and Suite categories.
Suites provide extra living space useful for hair-and-makeup staging or small private gatherings before a ceremony. Exact availability and configurations should be confirmed with the hotel when booking a room block.
- Standard and oceanfront guest rooms: Room; Room, Oceanfront; Room, Ocean View — choose oceanfront or ocean-view for beach-facing photos.
- Suites: Suite, 1 Bedroom; Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront; Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony; Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront — these include living areas or balconies that help with staging.
- If accessibility is needed, the property lists accessible room options (for example Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr) and other mobility-accessible Premium Room types).
| Room/Suite name | Notable feature |
|---|---|
| Room, Oceanfront | Ocean views for photos |
| Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront | Living area + oceanfront balcony |
| Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront | Larger suite space; oceanfront |

Catering, vendor support and on-site services
On-site dining outlets available for weddings and events include Donna Mare Italian Chophouse (breakfast, lunch, dinner service) and Bungalow Beach Bar & Grill (beachside bar and small bites). The hotel’s event team coordinates food-and-beverage service for receptions and plated or buffet options — confirm menus and minimums with the catering manager.
The hotel also offers wedding-related services such as proposal and romance packages and can help with room blocks, spa treatments at K'Alma Spa, and arranging local vendors. Donna Mare is the property’s Italian restaurant and can be used for event dining; Bungalow Beach offers a private-deck option for beach-adjacent events.
- Donna Mare Italian Chophouse — full-service Italian restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner; reservations accepted through OpenTable or by phone.
- Bungalow Beach Bar & Grill — beach-level bar and grill used for casual or oceanfront events; hours vary seasonally and by day of week.
- K'Alma Spa — seven spa suites, hammam, sauna, and spa-to-room or poolside treatment options useful for wedding-day prep.
| Service | What to ask the hotel |
|---|---|
| Catering/menus | Menu options, dietary needs, plated vs. buffet, minimum spend |
| Spa treatments | Group booking availability and in-room options for wedding party |
| Vendors | Preferred vendors, outside vendor policies, load-in/load-out timing |
Logistics, fees and essential policies
Important practical details to factor into planning: Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club charges a mandatory resort fee and enforces standard hotel check-in/check-out times and age rules that affect reservations.
Confirm deposits, valet parking and any event-specific charges with the hotel event manager; some fees are published on the hotel site and booking pages.
- Check-in/check-out: standard check-in 4:00 PM and check-out 11:00 AM.
- Minimum age: guests must be 21 years or older to make a reservation or check in; families with children are welcome when booked under an adult reservation.
- Resort fee: a mandatory resort fee of $45 plus tax per room, per night is charged and includes Wi‑Fi, beach chairs and towels, two daily bottles of water, bicycle rental, and 24‑hour gym access.
- Valet parking only: guest valet reported at $49 per night plus tax; visitor valet and validation policies apply.
- Incidental deposit: an incidental/damage deposit of US$150 per accommodation is collected at arrival via credit card and is typically refunded at check-out.
| Item | Published detail |
|---|---|
| Resort fee | $45 plus tax per room, per night (includes Wi‑Fi, beach chairs/towels, bottled water, bike rental, gym access) |
| Valet parking | Guest valet $49/night plus tax (self-parking not available) |
| Incidental deposit | $150 held at arrival (typically refunded at check-out) |

