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BALEEN
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,012 Google reviews · Oceanfront wedding venue in Naples, Florida · On the waterfront
High-end dining with a modern, seafood-focused menu & views of the sand, sea & sunset.
Plan your tour
- Setting oceanfront venue, on the waterfront — verified by its distance to a real shoreline
- Private beach a private stretch of sand comes up here — no public permit, no onlookers wandering through your vows
- Catering in-house catering & bar — confirm the policy (and any fees) before you book your caterer
- Lodging on-site rooms come up in reviews and the venue's own info — a built-in room block for a destination beach wedding; ask what's included
- Phone (239) 598-5707
- Website laplayaresort.com — most venues book tours right on their site
On the property
“I originally came just to watch the sunset by one of their fire pits right on the sand—absolutely beautiful and the perfect setting to unwind.”
What couples highlight
“So unless they make big changes to the menu, be prepared to spend a lot of money on edible substances with a beautiful view and unbeatable service- so ask for Christopher and tip him well.”
“She went above and beyond, taking the time to go over the menu in detail, snapping beautiful photos of us with the sunset, and helping make my birthday truly memorable.”
“I originally came just to watch the sunset by one of their fire pits right on the sand—absolutely beautiful and the perfect setting to unwind.”
From the reviews
This restaurant deserves the high accolades it receives. The atmosphere and the views are impressive. However, it is the food and the service that make it elite. Our server, Ogi, was very attentive and endearingly personable.
I had the most unexpected and unforgettable evening at BALEEN. I originally came just to watch the sunset by one of their fire pits right on the sand—absolutely beautiful and the perfect setting to unwind. I had every intention of leaving after sunset, but fate had other plans.
We had such a great experience at Baleen in Naples! From the moment we arrived, everything felt welcoming and relaxed. Even the valet service set the tone—super smooth and friendly right from the start.
Stunning outdoor beachside views. Ogi was phenomenal - he and the bus team struck the perfect balance of being friendly, conversational and attentive but not overbearing. Ogi recommended the branzino special, it was the best dish we've had all week in Naples.
Getting married at BALEEN
Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see the ceremony spot at the exact time of day you'd say your vows — a west-facing beach glows at sunset but bakes at noon, and you'll want to feel the wind, watch where the sun sits, and walk the path your guests take across the sand. Second, bring your real questions: the weather backup (where does the ceremony move if it rains or the wind kicks up?), who pulls the beach permit, the sound-ordinance curfew, the catering and bar policy, and exactly what's included — chairs, setup, and teardown on sand are where quotes quietly diverge. Peak beach dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
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