Your dream wedding begins here at DoubleTree by Hilton Berkeley Marina. Discover more than 30,000 square feet of venue space — including a striking round ballroom and an open-air marina terrace — offering a blank canvas for cultural weddings, celebrations and ceremonies to come to life against the San Francisco Bay. Let us turn your vision into a breathtaking reality where every detail carefully reflects your unique love story.
Celebrate your South Asian wedding in a setting as vibrant and rich as your traditions. From a spirited Sangeet that sets the tone for a weekend of celebration to the final Shaadi marking the union of two families into one, our expert team embraces each couple's traditions with respect, honor and a deep sense of care — supported by trusted South Asian catering and décor partners across the Bay Area.
At DoubleTree by Hilton Berkeley Marina, we create timeless weddings guests will remember long after you walk down the aisle. Whether your ceremony is steeped in tradition or a non-denominational celebration of love, discover the perfect Berkeley setting to say "I Do" with the San Francisco skyline as your backdrop.
11,000 sq. ft. | Outdoor | Up to 500 guests reception-style / 350 seated
Say "I Do" outdoors on our expansive marina-front patio, where sailboats drift by and the San Francisco skyline stretches out behind your ceremony backdrop. With 11,000 square feet of open-air space, this is Berkeley's largest waterfront setting for a ceremony, cocktail hour, or reception under the sky — room enough for your full guest list without ever losing that intimate, right-on-the-water feel.
5,088 sq. ft. | Indoor | Up to 850 guests reception-style / 380 seated
Our largest indoor venue, the Islands Ballroom is built for grand receptions. Divisible and flexible, it easily transforms from an elegant seated dinner for 380 to a lively reception for up to 850, with plenty of room for a dance floor, band, and all the details that make your reception unforgettable.
2,704 sq. ft. | Indoor | Up to 400 guests reception-style / 180 seated
A Berkeley favorite for a reason: this round, barn-style ballroom is wrapped in floor-to-ceiling windows and anchored by a statement chandelier, filling the room with natural light and marina views. Intimate enough for a warm, personal celebration yet spacious enough for up to 400 guests, the Bayview Ballroom is where romance meets the Bay.
3,500 sq. ft. | Up to 250 guests seated
Give your rehearsal dinner, welcome party, or reception a waterfront restaurant setting at the Berkeley Boathouse. With bay views and a relaxed, coastal atmosphere, it's the perfect place to gather your closest family and friends before — or after — the big day.
