Castle Green

Event venue · Downtown ·

Castle Green

Event venue · Downtown ·

Historic landmark venue with timeless elegance and beautiful grounds

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99 S Raymond Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105 Get directions

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"In the late 1880’s, Pasadena became a popular winter resort for wealthy East-Coasters, and an enterprising hotelier began building a grand hotel that would eventually become known as the Hotel Green. It was designed from the beginning as a convenient, all-inclusive resort complex, with the builders going so far as construct the first Santa Fe Railroad depot just to the south, so travel-weary visitors had only to go half a block to find the comfort of the hotel’s luxurious lounges and rooms. As the hotel thrived in the 1890’s, it expanded across Raymond Avenue in the form of an eclectic 7-story building which mixed Spanish, Moorish, and Victorian styles together to arrive at something truly uncategorizable. This first annex to the hotel – now known as Castle Green - is all that remains of the lavish resort. It was connected to the main building by a pedestrian bridge which was demolished (except for the western portion) in the 1920’s. To the south were landscaped grounds, which are now Pasadena’s Central Park. The hotel succumbed to the changing tastes of travelers, the effects of the Great Depression, and the decline of railroads in the face of air travel. Castle Green clung on long enough for appreciation for historic buildings to come into vogue, and it has since been renovated and converted into an apartment building and special events center." - ATLAS_OBSCURA

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Castle Green

unlistedmuse17

Google

Castle Green is an absolutely stunning venue with timeless elegance. From the moment we saw it, we knew it was the perfect place for our wedding. The option to have the ceremony either indoors or outdoors was a huge plus, and the venue's natural beauty meant we didn’t need much extra decor. There are so many different rooms for the guest to explore and I loved the fact they only have one wedding per day. Tatiana (coordinator) was wonderful to work with—super helpful and made the entire planning process stress-free. I also recommend attending one of their open houses to meet their preferred vendors—it really helped us make great choices. Brides: definitely consider adding the bridal suite. The extra space made getting ready so much easier and more enjoyable! We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Castle Green. Highly recommend!

Caroline and Sean D.

Google

We had our wedding on 6/28/2025 at Castle Green, and we could not have been happier with the experience. From start to finish, the coordinator (Tatiana) was available to help us with anything and everything that popped up. One of the standout things about working with Castle Green was their attention to detail. Tatiana shared everything we needed to book the space in a clear and concise manner. We also went with many of their suggested vendors from a thoughtful but extensive list provided at booking. We were a little nervous that we were required to use their caterer, but we had a decent experience with the caterer and we loved our food day-of. On the wedding day, everything went smoothly. Guests raved about the beautiful exterior and interior spaces. We loved having our ceremony outdoors and our reception indoors. Tatiana truly made us feel cared for and that meant so much to us. Also, we loved how there were so many spaces to take photos in and for guests to relax throughout the night. We wholeheartedly recommend Castle Green as a wedding venue. We couldn’t imagine having had our big day anywhere else.

Ben S.

Google

Castle Green has an incredible presence — bold, exotic architecture with detailed front entrances and a design that really stands out. It’s one of Pasadena’s most iconic buildings and you can see why it was once such a showpiece. But up close, the building looks pretty run down. Paint is fading, some parts feel neglected, and it doesn’t have the cared-for energy you’d expect from a site with this much history. The area around it doesn’t help either — Central Park across the road felt unsafe when we visited, with a strong police presence and several people sleeping rough. It takes away from what could otherwise be a great little pocket of the city. Worth a quick look for the architecture, but not somewhere we felt like hanging around.

Katy B.

Google

Hosted a 20's themed fundraising event for a bit under 200 people a while back and it turned out AMAZING. Overall everything was great, the venue and caterer were awesome and easy to work with. Pretty much everything besides entertainment and décor were handled by venue and caterer which made things super easy and a low work load. Having access to the outdoor spaces and many indoor spaces is a huge plus allowing for different spaces to be used for different times during the party. Food was very tasty and the ambiance fit our theme perfectly. I will say the only thing I wish I would have known is that in the ballroom, speakers are defiantly needed in the very back if you have anything being said on a mic. We hosted a live auction and only had large speakers in the front thinking it would project to the back but with normal noise from chatter and people moving, you could not make out what was being said. Easy fix would have been to add a speaker or two to the back. I would definitely recommend the venue!

Katarina M.

Google

If you love historic places, gorgeous architecture, and have a flair for vintage, Castle Green absolutely has to be your first and only stop for wedding venues. For our vintage-inspired wedding in November 2024, Castle Green made the perfect backdrop. They were incredibly accommodating to host our 10-piece swing band and their in-house caterer made some of the best food our guests said they've ever seen at a wedding. Almost every single one of our guests complimented the food, atmosphere of the venue, and incredibly kind wait staff! The Director of Events Tatiana is absolutely amazing - from the moment you meet her, she is kind and thoughtful, offering ideas of how to make your wedding special and steering you away from things that haven't worked in the past. She let us stop by the venue as many times as we needed to either practice our wedding dance, show other vendors the space, and prepare for the big day. Castle Green's location, special history, and completely wonderful staff will no doubt make your wedding day unforgettable - I couldn't recommend it enough.

Jason Perryman P.

Google

Castle Green is a stunning wedding venue located in the heart of Pasadena, California, and it's truly a magical place to tie the knot. The venue's historic architecture and charming features make it a popular choice for couples who are looking for a rustic, romantic, and luxury venue all in one. As a photographer, I had the pleasure of capturing the special moments of a wonderful couple on their wedding day at Castle Green. The venue's stunning architecture and beautiful surroundings provided the perfect backdrop for their big day. The wedding ceremony was held in the courtyard, which was adorned with beautiful flowers and greenery, adding to the overall romantic and elegant atmosphere. After the ceremony, we took some photos in the courtyard before heading up to the Terrace, where we captured some truly breathtaking sunset photos. The view of Pasadena's skyline from the Terrace was absolutely stunning, and the golden hour light added a warm and intimate glow to the photos. As the sun began to set, we moved back down to the courtyard, where the reception was held. The venue's rustic charm was on full display, with its exposed brick walls, vintage furniture, and elegant chandeliers. The overall effect was a beautiful mix of old-world charm and modern elegance. Overall, I absolutely loved photographing this wedding at Castle Green, and I would be thrilled to come back and photograph this venue again. Its combination of rustic charm, romantic atmosphere, and luxury amenities make it a top choice for couples looking for a one-of-a-kind wedding venue in Los Angeles.

Janna B.

Google

We just got married at Castle Green May 2024 and it was such a wonderful experience. First, the people make such a difference, and working with Tatiana made the process so easy and made us feel at home. The Castle itself is beautiful and interesting (we loved the history of it), my husband and I knew this was where we wanted to get married right away. It's always kept in beautiful condition and seems to run very smoothly. I loved that our guests could enjoy the different spaces - front lawn, front foyer, red rooms for cocktail hour, and dining room. It made the event flow really nicely. They have everything figured out and we liked that, it made everything easy. Can't imagine having our wedding anywhere else. Thank you Castle Green! photos by TeriB Photography

Alice S.

Google

We held our wedding at the Castle Green in February 2022, and could not have picked a more incredible venue. We fell in love with the stunning garden, amazing old tree, and beautiful architecture. From the beautiful lobby and salon rooms to the outdoor spaces to the rooftop, there were so many gorgeous places to take photos. Our guests were all amazed but the historical venue and how beautifully it had been preserved. Tatiana and her team at the Castle Green were so incredibly kind, helpful, and wonderful to work with before, during, and after the big day. Highly recommend!

Stewart L.

Yelp

Castle Green is a circa 1898 annex to the now demolished Hotel Green. It now houses privately owned condominiums, with its public rooms and grounds often hosting weddings, events and filming. Twice a year it is open for tours, including some of the private residences. We just enjoyed the Holiday 2025 tour. The public rooms on the ground floor are indeed grand, including an ornate staircase and cage elevator requiring an attendant. There's a ballroom also. There's a stately verandah that extends the length of the building, and peaceful gardens with a fountain. The bridge that extends from the building to Raymond Ave. used to go across Raymond to the Hotel Green. There are 7 floors with floors 2-6 housing private apartments. On the 7th floor is a rooftop patio and a privately owned penthouse. It was open for the tour--it's a large loft-like space with windows facing every direction. Several of the apartments on the lower levels were also on view; the individual owners were so kind to open their homes to strangers on these tour days. The apartments vary in size, with the larger units on the south side of the building where there are circular turrets. Even more varied were the way the owners decorated their units. The owners of most of the units were clearly interested in art and architecture. Styles seen included Asian, Mid-Century, Arts and Crafts. Some kitchens were petite, with smaller appliances. Downstairs is the headquarters for the Thomas Paine Society, an advocate in the 1770's for America's independence, considered America's first radical. For the tours, there were some light bites available, supplied by Little Lily's Kitchen catering, whose place in Altadena fell victim to the Eaton fire. There was a potato leek soup, Angel biscuits, vegan chorizo tacos and Thanksgiving-ish sliders with turkey, brie and cranberry, plus hot apple cider and cookies. Overall a lovely visit, worth repeating.

Franklin M.

Yelp

Old school since 1899. I love these historic buildings and we had a chance to tour the grounds and many of the residences living quarters. If you love old world anything and antique furnishings then make sure to look into visiting this historic gem on a future tour open house event. The antique elevator is not allowed to be used by visiting tour guests so you would have to climb many steps to get up to visit all six floors.

Tiffany B.

Yelp

Castle Green is an absolutely stunning venue with timeless elegance. From the moment we saw it, we knew it was the perfect place for our wedding. The option to have the ceremony either indoors or outdoors was a huge plus, and the venue's natural beauty meant we didn't need much extra decor. There are so many different rooms for the guest to explore and I loved the fact they only have one wedding per day. Tatiana (coordinator) was wonderful to work with--super helpful and made the entire planning process stress-free. I also recommend attending one of their open houses to meet their preferred vendors--it really helped us make great choices. Brides: definitely consider adding the bridal suite. The extra space made getting ready so much easier and more enjoyable! We couldn't be happier with our experience at Castle Green. Highly recommend!

Christine L.

Yelp

Castle Green is such a magical place and we loved it even more after having our wedding there. The different areas were fantastic and beautifully decorated, creating natural segmentation in each area our guests. Not to mention so many iconic shows and movies filmed there, really makes the experience special. Tatiana was also lovely to work with, every so patient and communicative!

Kathleen M.

Yelp

Everyone was so great. The Castle is truly a special place and we are honored to have had our wedding there. From the ceremony under the Magnolia tree, to the cocktail hour in the lounge, pictures on the rooftop and then the reception in the ballroom everything is magical. We could not be happier with our choice of this venue. We felt very supported by all the staff at Castle Green during the planning process and on the day. Tatiana was really great making sure that everything was ready to go!

Janna B.

Yelp

Katarina M.

Yelp

If you love historic places, gorgeous architecture, and have a flair for vintage, Castle Green absolutely has to be your first and only stop for wedding venues. For our vintage-inspired wedding in November 2024, Castle Green made the perfect backdrop. They were incredibly accommodating to host our 10-piece swing band and their in-house caterer made some of the best food for our guests I've ever seen at a wedding. Almost every single one of our guests complimented the food, atmosphere of the venue, and incredibly kind wait staff! The Director of Events Tatiana is absolutely amazing - from the moment you meet her, she is kind and thoughtful, offering ideas of how to make your wedding special and steering you away from things that haven't worked in the past. She let us stop by the venue as many times as we needed to either practice our wedding dance, show other vendors the space, and prepare for the big day. Castle Green's location, special history, and completely wonderful staff will no doubt make your wedding day unforgettable - I couldn't recommend it enough.

Rachel E.

Yelp

We had the most magical wedding at Castle Green! Tatiana was wonderful to work with and made sure we had everything we needed for the day. Going into it, we knew that the setting and the venue were absolutely stunning. What we did not know was how the venue and vendors all worked together effortlessly like a family, and we simply cannot think of a better way of starting our new family than a wedding at Castle Green!

Katherine R.

Yelp

What a bust! We drove there and paid to park, only to find it's a private residence and is NOT open to the public to visit. Very dissapointing

Caroline And Sean D.

Yelp

Katie M.

Yelp

We got married here in July 2022 and had the best experience from beginning to end. Tatiana (Director of Events) was fantastic as she led us through the process, the Castle is absolutely stunning and we had no hiccups! There are tons of gorgeous places for photos, amazing history, and all of their preferred vendors were a delight to work with. I really appreciated Tatiana's calm attitude, booking with Castle Green was one of the least stressful parts of planning the wedding! Would recommend 10/10 and would book again in a HEART BEAT!

Brandon M.

Yelp

Castle Green is a fantastic location for a wedding! It's in the heart of downtown Pasadena. It's a historic hotel that has been renovated into apartment buildings upstairs and a wedding venue downstairs. We had access to all the salon rooms, outdoor spaces, and bridge (bride, groom, and photographers for pictures only). We spent a long time looking for venues all over the country and we got lucky when we found this venue right in our neighborhood. We wanted a classic, vintage, castle vibe and even though it's not a true castle, it really exceeded our expectations in decor, elegance, and ambience. It felt so regal and royal. I was so impressed each time we visited, attended an Open House, and spoke with our venue coordinator, Tatiana. The wedding day went off without a hitch. We had a great time. It was decorated beautifully and the event ran so smoothly. Their prices are very reasonable. They offered a list of preferred vendors that we could choose from to work with. I would definitely recommend this venue to anyone looking for a wedding venue!

Doug G.

Yelp

Tatiana helped provide us a most amazing wedding at the wonderful Castle Green! She was, throughout the entire process, so easy to work with, so helpful, so bright and cheery... Honestly, we were so lucky to have her and Castle Green as our venue for our son's wedding. The comments from our guests were all positive. The feeling, the uniqueness of the location, and the execution of the event were just five stars all around. We could not have been more happy and we thank Castle Green and Tatiana for making our day wonderful!

Linda Y.

Yelp

Exquisite! A charming historic building!! I felt as though I stepped back in time - in a silent era film!!! I was fortunate to secure Spring Annual Tour tickets. Please note, there are 50 owned units and the owners were gracious and welcomed us into their home! I was very honored to take a peek and amazed at the interiors, furnishings and art!!! We were treated with a harpist!!! The fire mantels and Tiffany lamps are divine!! The stair flooring is marble and the first floor in either hardwood or brightly colored carpet. The details in every item - a gem! Thank you for making this the most memorable historic tour!

Bev Z.

Yelp

Amazing venue for a beautiful wedding. Gorgeous grounds, koi pond and setting in a very old building/residence

Michelle C.

Yelp

Castle Green was an absolute dream to get married at. It's beautiful both inside and outside. I instantly fell in love with it the first time I went to visit. You don't need much decor if you don't want because it already has all the glam you need. We originally booked the venue back at the end of 2019 to have our wedding in 2020. Obviously that didn't happen, but during that time they were so accommodating as we postponed our wedding twice. Tatiana, the coordinator, let me go visit the venue multiple times and bring my family and friends who were helping me plan. I used Romanesque catering, which is connected to Castle Green. Because they work together all the time, the wedding went so seamlessly. Everyone commented and how wonderful, fun and efficient our wedding was because of how great the staff were. I am so pleased with how everything went and hope to one day be able to attend a wedding there myself as my husband and I didn't get to enjoy our favorite part of the venue (the cocktail hour rooms!) since we went up to do rooftop photos during that hour.

Mark M.

Yelp

We just got married at Castle Green, and the experience was as beautiful as it looks. We were enamored with the classic, historical look with both its aesthetic views outside and its intimate environment outside. The setup allowed for a wonderful ceremony on the courtyard, cocktail hour inside amid comfortable furniture and the dinner reception in its elegant ball room. The venue isn't just wonderful because of its amenities. Tatiana and her team deserve plenty of praise for how they oversee the venue. Tatiana is very transparent and thorough with both details on the venue and pricing. She was always helpful with offering help on the numerous logistics leading into the wedding. And she always did so with so much poise and joy. Castle Green has our highest recommendation for a wedding both because of the venue and because of Tatiana. -Mark and Valerie Medina

Jen L.

Yelp

The Castle is absolutely beautiful. We had our wedding here and they were incredibly supportive staff with amazing vendors who really made our event feel special and personalized. Tatiana is an amazing events manager who is really on top of her game and willing to help however we needed.

Mazen A.

Yelp

Castle Green looks so rustic and beautiful, inside and out. It's over 100 years old and is a historical landmark. FYI, book it early as they do fill up fast and they pretty much are booked EVERY Saturday. Plus the venue is nice enough to do bridal party pictures, ceremony, AND reception in one place. Upstairs are apartments in which tenants live...so they do have some restrictions in loud music, how late you can stay, appointments to visit venue, etc...But good thing about them, you can have the ENTIRE first floor, including the lobby, ballroom, turkish/moorish room, sunroom, patios, foye, and large yard. This is great if you have a lot of people and kids . The staff here were so accommodating for us, But be warned, they do have things due a month before, a week before, etc...which is a long checklist of things to do or show to the venue. So stay on top of things and do things EARLY. Team are super friendly and helpful and extremely approachable. In summary, this is a GREAT place for a wedding or event. It's a hidden gem in old town Pasadena, close to everything, especially the bars and food! They treat you extremely well and walk you through everything. They do get behind in emails sometimes, so I recommend calling if you need something ASAP. PS, I recommend you using their valet, catering vendors

Katerina V.

Yelp

Having our wedding at Castle Green was a dream! We had our wedding right at the end of the Covid vaccine/testing requirements. This was a challenge because it required all vendors to be vaccinated at the time, so we lost vendors two weeks before the wedding. But that didn't change the fact that everything worked out and was beautiful and Tatiana worked with us to make sure everything went smoothly. I only wish I could have been a guest at my own wedding to truly take in the beauty and ambience of Castle Green.

Alana Z.

Yelp

We had our wedding at Castle Green back in March and I have nothing but amazing things to say about our whole experience. The venue itself is absolutely beautiful, so naturally decorative that you don't have to add too much decor (huge money saver there!). Tatiana was so helpful in navigating us through the process and was always available to answer any questions we may have had. The venue itself is grand and elegant, and definitely gives you the upscale feeling you want for your wedding. What I loved most about it is the living room makes a great space for the cocktail hour, but also gives your guests a place to go during the reception if they don't want to be in the middle of the music and dancing in the ballroom later on in the night. Also, you can't get any better than the pictures you'll get at this venue. Every room is absolutely stunning, our wedding photos came out absolutely beautiful! You won't find another venue as unique and grand as this one in LA!

Laura L.

Yelp

We absolutely loved this venue for our September wedding! The entire team was so helpful and pleasant to work with- we mostly worked with Tatiana and we also had Bella there for our wedding day. The entire property is so stunning and allowed for the perfect flow of our day. We had 120 adults and 9 kids at our wedding, and the space felt perfect for that size group. We opted to add the bridal suite, which really helped us have a nice place to hang during the event as well. The location was also perfect for us to walk to our after party at Barney's Beanery on Colorado and plenty of guests could stay at hotels within walking distance. So many of our guests have been gushing about how awesome Castle Green was, and it truly was the perfect wedding venue for us!!

Allyson F.

Yelp

Came here for the special Holiday Tour. Loved seeing the history of the building. Had a self guided tour of the grounds and even got to sneak a peek at the residential homes upstairs that were so beautifully decorated! It's a very lovely venue with lots of history. Gives off a very old romantic feel. I can see why it's such a popular venue for weddings.

Trevor S.

Yelp

We got married at Castle Green on Sep 4th, 2022...the hottest day of the year. Despite our concerns for the immense heatwave that was to come, the Castle Green team did a great job at accommodating our guests and making our special day one to remember. A special shoutout to Tatiana for helping with the planning of our wedding. Despite the fact that she wasn't able to be there on our wedding day, she did everything in her power to make sure things went smoothly. Duane from Romanesque catering was amazing at making sure all of our many vendors and the endless number of additions were in the right place and looked beautiful on the day of. Bella, the assistant on our day was absolutely amazing and helpful with our photographer to create stunning photos and make sure that our guests were well taken care of. This was also one of the few vendors that allowed outside catering/food and gave us the opportunity to provide an epic 10-course meal to our guests. The venue itself is stunning. We got SO MANY compliments about how beautiful and elegant the environment was. We couldn't be happier with Castle Green.

Carlos C.

Yelp

Castle Green, quite frankly, was the first choice we made when we were planning our wedding, and what an excellent choice at that. It was the first venue we saw, and after seeing three others, we couldn't stop comparing them to Castle Green. We immediately had to go back and lock it down. A historical landmark of Pasadena, you really feel you are transported to the past, and that was the experience that we wanted for our guests! They have a curated vendor list that really helped make planning our wedding a flawless experience. Tatiana is the Director of Events there, and she too was a major help from beginning to end. Castle Green comes highly recommended!

Jenn M.

Yelp

For our wedding we looked for a venue with character and personality where we could hold both the ceremony and reception in the same location. Castle Green was the perfect spot with an old school, gothic feel and a unique charm that all our guests also enjoyed. Tatiana was a large reason why we felt comfortable moving forward with TCG as our wedding venue. Her communication and attention to detail was impeccable. Most of our other vendors were recommended from Castle Green and all were great partners for our event. On the wedding day, Bella, the event supervisor, saved the day. My wedding dress was altered to be too tight and Bella had a creative idea to adjust the dress in a way that no one even noticed a difference and the dress fit better. With both Bella and Tatiana managing the venue side, we knew that we were in good hands during the whole process. We loved working with them and our day was everything we wanted.

Ceci F.

Yelp

I had my wedding reception here and it was absolutely beautiful. Everyone was very helpful and accommodating. Would recommend 100%.

Brandin S.

Yelp

I just got married at Castle Green on October 14, 2022, and it was absolutely perfect! I knew this was the venue for us as soon as I walked in. I didn't even need to bring any extra decor outside of my flowers, because the Castle is already so beautiful. Tatiana was such a pleasure to work with, and she has a special gift of being able to match couples with the right vendors! She is always available for any last minute questions, and gave us all the information we needed about complying with the building's regulations up front, and guided us through everything. All my vendors were on the Castle's preferred vendor list, and I am 100% convinced that that is why my wedding was so perfect. They are all such professionals and so good at what they do! If you are looking for a historic wedding venue in the Los angeles area, you absolutely need to book Castle Green!

Alice C.

Yelp

Rosanna M.

Yelp

Castle Green is a landmark place in the heart of downtown Pasadena. We went to a wedding here a couple of weeks ago. The set up is very nice. There is a large lawn and giant wrap around porch in the front. The architecture is beautiful. Built originally in the 1890s, this place was an addition to a hotel. It looks as if it may have been updated again in the 20s, as some art deco shines through. My bf said there were a lot of touches that looked Russian. Anyhow, this place is actually residences, with a large area that is rented out for weddings and events. I'm not sure I would ever live there knowing that parties were almost every weekend downstairs, but to each his own! The living room and foyer were giant, a great place to wait for the reception hall to be prepped and ready. For this particular wedding, we waited a pretty long time. It seemed as if the people/servers setting up were behind. I am unsure if the catering company is provided by Castle Green or if you can bring in your own. I have read in other reviews that if you have your event here, you can provide your own alcohol. I think a roaring 20s theme would be awesome here. I'm thinking great Gatsby.... There is a parking garage across the street for guests. I think it was about $6.

Brianna K.

Yelp

Beautiful venue and incredibly friendly and helpful staff! All our guests were impressed!

Nathan E.

Yelp

We had our wedding here in 2023, and from the moment we set foot in the front door, we knew it would be amazing. The venue coordinator, Tatiana Joyet, was fantastic to work with. She was always responsive and helped us in the final month to ensure our vendors were in order. When the big day came, everything went perfectly. The dining hall was beautiful, and the space accommodated our guests and band just right. People continue to tell us what a wonderful event it was, and it was all thanks to Castle Green, Tatiana, and the rest of our team. I can't recommend this place enough!

Zak R.

Yelp

Loved having our wedding at Castle Green! It was a gorgeous venue and had everything we were looking for. An outdoor ceremony on the lawn by a beautiful tree, a cocktail hour indoors and outdoors with fun lawn games, and a great ballroom space indoors for the reception. Tatiana made us feel comfortable and stress free through the entire planning process and Bella was amazing during our wedding day! They were thorough and provided everything we needed and answered any question we had at any point! Our sneak peak pictures are already amazing and that's thanks in part to the beautiful venue! A perfect wedding location in the heart of Old Pasadena!

Chanel S.

Yelp

Tatiana and Bella were phenomenal. We booked our venue almost 18 months before our wedding and they never stopped being top tier. The day of my wedding, Tatiana came even though it was her day off. Bella took control because our coordinator was overwhelmed. She executed flawlessly. Not only is the venue beautiful but the staff is amazing. For the event space, it was affordable and worth every penny. I could not give a higher recommendation.

Katherine F.

Yelp

We just had our wedding at the Castle and it was PERFECT. Tatiana is the absolute best - kind, thoughtful and quick to answer an email! I had my heart SET on a different venue, but after touring the Castle and meeting Tatiana, my fiancee and I both knew it was the right choice for us. Our guests were so impressed and had the best time. It's also in a great location for out of town guests. There are several hotels in Old Pasadena and it's a fun area for friends and family to enjoy. Oh also the day of event staff was amazing and thoughtful as well. It's been such a joy working with everyone at the Castle and our wedding was such a beautiful good time. It's really the perfect venue!

Samantha S.

Yelp

We had our dream wedding at Castle Green 10/14/24, and could not have had a better experience. It was really the first venue we saw -- and decided that day to pursue. Tatiana was amazing to work with when touring and booking, and made the process so easy! I really appreciated that they had a preferred list of vendors to work with which also made things easier. I especially appreciated their new bridal suite -- it made hanging out in between photos before the ceremony and before the reception much more comfortable. We are eagerly awaiting our sunset photos, as we get to be up on the roof for photos! That view was amazing, and also a nice way to take a bit of a break from a hectic day. The building itself has so much history and personality, it was easy to make wedding choices from there. We were thrilled with our wedding here -- between the team, preferred vendors, and the beautiful building itself, you can not go wrong.

Theresa S.

Yelp

Went for the Christmas Holiday Tour, which is a yearly open house event, and it was sooo worth it. If you get a chance, take part in this on Dec. 6th. It's a great way to kick off the holiday season. People open up their apartments and really show them off with holiday flare. You get to go from apartment to apartment, sampling the treats people have out for you, and you get to have a totally voyeuristic peek at people's homes. Some of them are gorgeous, some strange, all wonderful to see. The lobby and environs are also all decked out for the holidays, complete with roaring fire, and it really gets you in the mood. Sign up for it now!

Adriana K.

Yelp

Gorgeous historical landmark. This is one of the last remnants we have of the great turn of the century hotels for which the Rose Parade was created (as an advertisement to freezing east coasters to come to Pasadena). The Castle Green is the closest thing that we have to a castle in the San Gabriel Valley (Hollywood has the Magic Castle lol), with its round turret like edges and impressive distinct structure. It's often used for weddings and the like, but is closed to the general public as it is all condo properties and stopped being a hotel long ago. A couple times a year, they will open the Castle Green for public tours, so get on their mailing list or check their website (usually in June/Dec). I attended their holiday tour last weekend, and the place is spectacularly beautiful when decorated. I can only imagine what it is like to live there all the time. Many of the tenants opened up their homes so we could peek in and see how the owner's unique character and style brought the room to life. Those who choose to live there seem to have a common eclectic artsy but wealthy common denominator. It's not cheap to live there... perhaps $3k+ to rent or $300-$400k to buy... and places are typically small considering they used to be hotel rooms. But these tenants use the space well. It's so charming. Each room looked like something that should have been in a magazine. This is a photographer's dream come true. I probably took around 300 photos since the whole place from the expansive lobby, ballroom, basement, to all of the 6 floors. The elevator is something special, but not provided to the general public during tours (unless handicapped). Tours also bring in like 700+ people, so expect to wait in line to get in. Street parking and lot parking (on Green) is available. If you have the opportunity, means, and inclination to live or tour there, you should definitely check it out.

Rebecca J.

Yelp

We had an absolutely beautiful wedding here recently. The venue was incredible and Tatiana was wonderful to work with setting everything up. Highly recommend checking this place out, you won't regret it!

Tiffany W.

Yelp

As a wedding photographer, this has been one of my bucket list venues. I didn't realize that it was in the heart of old town until one of my couples booked a wedding here. This has been one of my favorite venues to shoot at! The architecture is beautiful, and there are so many options to take photos. Not much is needed in terms of decoration since the venue speaks for itself. I would highly recommend it to my other couples!

Ed L.

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A fantastic venue with great charm and character. And the staff was incredibly helpful and supportive. Highly recommended for that special occasion.

Amy B.

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The venue is beautiful and unique and our main point person, Tatiana, was fantastic. Very professional and responsive. They are strict about certain things because it is a historical venue but all of those things are transparent and laid out to you from the get-go so you are not caught off guard. For how special the venue is, I thought the price was reasonable.

Geoffrey B.

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Rat alert!!!!! Month old dead rat at Castle Green. Called them multiple times. Shame on Castle Green. I am a resident of the Old town Pasadena area.

Matt P.

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Everybody says the same thing: "oh, it's too pricey." Here's the thing, though. It's worth it! Every single dime. My wife and I were married here on July 27th. We booked the venue back in EARLY 2018 and from day one, Dior and Alexis were incredibly attentive and genuine with our needs. Each time we got to speak with them, we felt more and more at ease. The decor is gorgeous. There's no need for decoration, if you don't want it. The history of this place creates an elegant ambiance that's both casual and sophisticated. The over-hundred year old furniture is refurbished to really make you feel like you're approaching the turn of the century, and the Rose Parade can wait because you're having an excellent time. The Castle becomes a person of its own, that you DON'T have to struggle to get an RSVP from. You're limited with whom you can use as a vendor. But that doesn't matter, because you're going to fall in love with a lot of their choices (We went with Romanesque Catering. Truly, nobody better). We are not wealthy people, by any stretch of the imagination. But that did not stop the staff at the Castle from treating us like pureborn royalty. If you're considering this venue for a wedding or an event, Dior and her team are going to have your back the whole way at the Castle Green.

Margrit D.

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After visiting numerous wedding venues, my daughter selected Castle Green for her wedding in May of 2019. The coordinator, Dior, was very easy to work with. We were able to attend their vendor open house event and ended up selecting our caterer (Castle Catering), our florist (Flowers by Sharen), our DJ (VOX DJs) and our day of coordinator (La Bella Dia) from their preferred vendors. A few Yelp reviews mention that there are a number of rules as this is a historic venue. The rules are in place, but not at all difficult to work with as you are aware of them up front. I will mention that Samantha (La Bella Dia) was on the spot to keep us within the parameters and we did not have any issues at all. The ability to bring in your own alcohol to this venue saves a ton of money. The venue itself is visually stunning and a beautiful backdrop for your event. No regrets and delighted we selected Castle Green. Check it out - it may be perfect for you!

Jamie C.

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We visited many different venues around Los Angeles, Glendale, Arcadia, and Pasadena for our wedding ceremony and reception. We ended up choosing Castle Green, not just because of the historical architecture and mesmerizing view, but because of the customer service. Dior, the Event Manager at Castle Green, was such a pleasure to work with. She was always smiling and so fun to be around with. We also met and worked with Alexis. She was so friendly and helpful. We loved working with them both. The venue was definitely one of the pricier expenses for the wedding but it was seriously worth every time. You get the venue for the entire day. We maximized our time there with our first look, tea ceremony, wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. The venue fit our amount of guests of a little over 100 very comfortably. Everyone raved about the venue. My now-husband's mom even said it was the perfect venue. We were so excited to host our wedding here because it was no-like any other wedding venues that we've been to. From the set-up, the capacity of the multiple rooms, the layout, to the many, many, many places to take photos within Caste Green, I have no regrets choosing Castle Green for my wedding. We even got to go on the manual elevator to the rooftop for photos -- definitely a must-do if you decide to book with Castle Green.

Sheley L.

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I attended a wedding here recently and found Castle Green to have a lot of charm and character. It was a lovely and excellent choice to have a wedding basically adjacent to Old Town Pasadena. The venue had a number of distinct areas for the ceremony, the cocktails, reception, cake and desserts, dancing and photo booths for small to medium sized weddings (up to 75-100 people?). The different spaces allowed guests to be moved from one area to another. At the same time, it allowed staff to set up between different parts of the wedding. One unfortunate shortcoming was the audible (and sometimes loud) traffic sounds of the busy street outside during the ceremony. You can't hear any street noise once you are inside the venue. Be sure to allow extra time to park in the public parking lots nearby (as a couple of lots we went to were filled up by 4 pm) and then you need time to walk up to a few blocks over. Or save the hassle and just Uber/Lyft. I have to admit, I never knew such a quaint and cute place existed despite having been a SoCal resident since I was 7.

Laura S.

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Venue Search #2 I was looking for mansions/museums/barns for a antique feel to it. I looked at various websites and as a avid yelper, I looked among yelp as well as Here Comes the Guide, The Wedding Channel/The Knot, and other wedding websites. This placed looked beautiful in photos. I scheduled a visit in the afternoon with Shannon. I walk by Castle Green all the time (since I work in Pasadena) and never noticed it. I came to the gate and was buzzed in. When you enter, the lawn is pretty taken care of. They have a fountain and it was pretty. I came in and put my stuff down and filled out information for Shannon. She came down and started giving me the tour (she also gave me a packet with information on catering and such). The cocktail hour setting (indoors) was gorgeous. Very antique and historic. I loved the structure and furniture... then we walked to the ballroom... I was kinda disappointed... it was able to fit 200 guests but it looked pretty tight especially if you wanted a dance floor. Also, the walkway was straight through the ballroom so it kinda separated the sections. I wasn't a big fan of that because then waiters and just people can walk back and forth in the hallway. It just felt separated. They would provide the tables, chairs, linens and such, which is standard. They also had their own caterers but you could also have a outside caterer for additional fee of $10/per person and to be approved by Castle Green. Totally fine. For the ceremony, you need to provide your own chairs and decor. So you bring your own arch and such. This part of Pasadena can get noisy because it's Old Town Pasadena. She said it would be quiet during the 3-6 period and that's when the ceremony should be. It's gated all around so that is nice. I wasn't really impressed with the exterior of the Castle. The interior looked nice (that cocktail room) but other than that... it was alright. PARKING: Valet $22 per car Parking garages - $6 max (first 90 min free) She didn't give me the option to buy validated parking from her for the parking garage. Also, I thought about the girls in heels walking from the parking garage to the castle and felt bad. They didn't even offer parking for the bride/groom. PERSONALITY: I felt like I didn't click with the coordinator. She was so nice but I really felt like I wasn't really welcomed or wanted. I don't know. I just didn't feel comfortable talking or expressing my questions or thoughts to her. And you always want to feel comfortable talking to the coordinator. Overall, the place is nice and historic, but it just didn't move me the way I wanted it to. VIDEOS OF TOUR: Ballroom: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MruxwkUOOJc Cocktail Room: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gy8uqukDVJI Outside Area: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bTC8cyKc0Is Entrance: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=289DYsj5090

Charles C.

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Castle Green has had us do events in the past and are lovely to work with. We love the staff, the venue and clients.. What a beautiful building and grounds... Makes me want to get married again Thank you Pipedreamevents.com Los Angeles

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Castle Green is an absolutely stunning venue with timeless elegance. From the moment we saw it, we knew it was the perfect place for our wedding. The option to have the ceremony either indoors or outdoors was a huge plus, and the venue's natural beauty meant we didn't need much extra decor. There are so many different rooms for the guest to explore and I loved the fact they only have one wedding per day. Tatiana (coordinator) was wonderful to work with--super helpful and made the entire planning process stress-free. I also recommend attending one of their open houses to meet their preferred vendors--it really helped us make great choices. Brides: definitely consider adding the bridal suite. The extra space made getting ready so much easier and more enjoyable! We couldn't be happier with our experience at Castle Green. Highly recommend!

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If you love historic places, gorgeous architecture, and have a flair for vintage, Castle Green absolutely has to be your first and only stop for wedding venues. For our vintage-inspired wedding in November 2024, Castle Green made the perfect backdrop. They were incredibly accommodating to host our 10-piece swing band and their in-house caterer made some of the best food for our guests I've ever seen at a wedding. Almost every single one of our guests complimented the food, atmosphere of the venue, and incredibly kind wait staff! The Director of Events Tatiana is absolutely amazing - from the moment you meet her, she is kind and thoughtful, offering ideas of how to make your wedding special and steering you away from things that haven't worked in the past. She let us stop by the venue as many times as we needed to either practice our wedding dance, show other vendors the space, and prepare for the big day. Castle Green's location, special history, and completely wonderful staff will no doubt make your wedding day unforgettable - I couldn't recommend it enough.

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What a bust! We drove there and paid to park, only to find it's a private residence and is NOT open to the public to visit. Very dissapointing

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Amazing venue for a beautiful wedding. Gorgeous grounds, koi pond and setting in a very old building/residence

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I had my wedding reception here and it was absolutely beautiful. Everyone was very helpful and accommodating. Would recommend 100%.

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Beautiful venue and incredibly friendly and helpful staff! All our guests were impressed!

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A fantastic venue with great charm and character. And the staff was incredibly helpful and supportive. Highly recommended for that special occasion.

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Rat alert!!!!! Month old dead rat at Castle Green. Called them multiple times. Shame on Castle Green. I am a resident of the Old town Pasadena area.

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