Event Space

Specializing in boutique sized La Jolla meetings, conferences and special events, the Grande Colonial offers unique indoor and outdoor event space for meeting planners looking for something beyond the usual business setting. Cutting-edge technology, sophisticated designs, and ocean views create a vibrant atmosphere for connecting and celebrating in La Jolla.

  • Grande-Colonial-Sun-Room a meeting room that will seat 12. There are ocean view windows and a television on the wall

Sun Room

Capacity: Crescent Rounds: 54 / Banquet: 60 / U-Shape: 34 / Theater: 80 / Conference: 34 / Classroom: 50 / Reception: 60

The Sun Room, overlooking the beautiful pool and ocean, was named for the natural light that floods the space.  The Southern California sunlight streams in through the windows creating an inviting atmosphere, enhanced with a fireplace, for executive meetings, dinners, receptions, and cocktail parties.  Two LCD televisions and a built-in screen are also featured.


  • Grande-Colonial-La-Jolla-Room A meeting room with a large rectangular table with seating for ten

La Jolla Room

Capacity: Crescent Rounds: 24 / Banquet: 40 / U-Shape: 28 / Theater: 48 / Conference: 28 / Classroom: 24 / Reception: 50

The La Jolla Room offers 13-foot ceilings and a location off the main lobby facing the vibrancy of Prospect Street. This elegant space is perfect for corporate meetings, team-building activities, small wedding receptions, banquets, and private dining events. The space also features its own sound system, chandeliers, and large windows that provide natural sunlight.


  • Grande-Colonial-Parlor-Room A meeting room with a rectangular table seating eight with a cabinet counter with a selection of cups and coffee carafes and light snacks.

Parlor Room

Capacity: Banquet: 20 / Conference: 16 / Reception: 20

With 13-foot ceilings, ornate crown moldings, and panoramic folding doors opening to our Grande Terrace, the Parlor Room is ideal for small meetings, executive retreats, board meetings, and private dinners for up to 20 guests. An LCD television screen is also featured.


  • Grande-Colonial-Grande-Terrace-Reception Three cocktail tables on a patio with a view of the ocean over the roofs of nearly buildings

Ocean-View Grande Terrace

Capacity: Banquet: 50 / Reception: 60

Overlooking the garden pool and Pacific Ocean, our outdoor Grande Terrace offers an idyllic al fresco atmosphere for an afternoon banquet or a sunset reception.


  • Garden Courtyard wedding

Garden Courtyard

Capacity: Banquet: 70 / Ceremonies: 100 / Reception: 100

Tucked between the Little Hotel by the Sea and Garden Terrace, the Garden Courtyard is an intimate and romantic setting for outdoor events. With a rose garden, terra cotta pavers, a colorful fountain, and a built-in pergola, the Garden Courtyard provides an idyllic venue for cocktail parties, or outdoor wedding ceremonies and receptions in the heart of La Jolla.


  • Grande-Colonial-Loft-Ocean-View-Rooftop-Deck A deck at sunset with three rectangular tables with the view of the ocean

Loft

Capacity: Banquet: 24 / Theater: 24 / Reception: 24

Set on the top floor of the Little Hotel by the Sea wing, the Loft features windows facing the Pacific Ocean and French doors leading out to a private, ocean-view rooftop deck overlooking the Children’s Pool Beach.