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Jonathan Club

4.5 ★★★★★ 460 Google reviews · Beachfront wedding venue in Santa Monica, California · 0.4 mi to the sand

Plan your tour

  • Setting beachfront venue, 0.4 mi to the sand — verified by its distance to a real shoreline
  • Phone (310) 393-9245
  • Website jc.org — most venues book tours right on their site

At a glance

850 Palisades Beach Rd, Santa Monica, CA 90403

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What couples highlight

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 460 Google reviews — in their own words, and only about the wedding and the setting.

🏝️ breathtaking beach setting 9 mentions

“Whether it's hiking along the beautiful trails, relaxing by the peaceful streams, or simply soaking in the stunning views, I always feel rejuvenated after my visits.”

🤝 staff who go above & beyond 2 mentions

“We had a corporate event here and the staff was extremely helpful.”

From the reviews

Solid beach club/venue. Seemingly the best in the area. Fine place to host an event with stunning views as well as tennis and pickleball courts.

★★★★☆ — M, Jun 2022

No words. Private party, amazing place to be. Bar overlooking ocean, would definitely recommend joining this club

★★★★★ — Dan, Mar 2024

This place holds a special significance for me. The atmosphere is incredibly inviting and serene, making it the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. I truly enjoy spending my weekends here, surrounded by nature.

★★★★★ — Paul, Nov 2024

Delightful. Private Club but we came as guests of our son. Valet parking as well as Overflow parking that is at no cost. Food is very good with indoor and outdoor beach side setting. Well maintained and helpful staff. Chairs and umbrellas provided.

★★★★★ — Carol, Feb 2018

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about the wedding and the setting. Read all 460 reviews →

Getting married at Jonathan Club

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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Listing verified July 2026 from public business records and couples' reviews. Something out of date? Report a correction. Own this venue? Claim your listing — it's free.