• Outdoor Event Space in El Capitan Hotel
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GATHER IN CALIFORNIA'S HEARTLAND

  • El Capitan is an excellent venue for local and destination weddings, corporate meetings, and special celebrations. We offer six sophisticated yet relaxed meeting spaces that are perfect for fostering teamwork or gathering with loved ones. Our property is purposefully designed and features 3,328 square feet of flexible indoor and scenic outdoor spaces that are rivaled only by exemplary staff service. Located in downtown Merced, California, El Capitan is centrally located and within steps of the town's vibrant cultural scene, historical sites, and attractions.

Some items and props shown in our photos are for illustration only and are not included in our standard offerings. Additional options may be available at extra cost.

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MAINZER THEATRE

  • Our versatile private theater comes complete with a full stage, sound system, lighting, and a large screen. With flexible room configurations, it's perfect for weddings, social events, and corporate gatherings.
  • Capacity: 150
  • Ideal for: Weddings, social, and corporate events.
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MAINZER CINEMA

  • Our full movie cinema features comfortably stuffed leather couches, chairs, walnut wood side tables, and presentation capabilities on the movie screen.
  • Capacity: 54
  • Ideal for: Weddings, social, and corporate events.
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SENTINEL

    • Inspired by nature's colors, the Sentinel boasts a modern design with elegant wall mirrors and versatile seating arrangements, creating a sophisticated ambiance for private events and meetings.
    • Capacity: 50
    • Ideal for: Weddings, social, corporate.
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DRAWING ROOM

  • Our Drawing Room is an intimate studio space with floor-to-ceiling windows and direct access to our outdoor courtyard.

    • Capacity: Seated: 25 | Standing: 40

      • Ideal for: Intimate dinners, small meetings, and group gatherings.
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JOE'S BOARDROOM

  • An art deco style space punctuated by local art and a fully- equipped audiovisual system.

    • Capacity: Seated: 12 | Standing: 20

      • Ideal for: Intimate dinners, small meetings, and group gatherings.
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COURTYARD

  • With its natural and versatile California backdrop, our Courtyard is the perfect choice for any gathering, whether it's a wedding, social event, or corporate occasion.
  • Capacity: Seated: 75 | Standing: 150
  • Ideal for: Weddings, social, corporate.
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