The Lakeview By Carmen's is a charming lakefront wedding venue set against the tranquil shores of Lake Ontario. Located in the heart of Confederation Park outside the city of Hamilton, the venue boasts an airy, second-floor ballroom that features vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, hardwood flooring, a private balcony, and an adjoined cocktail reception space. With all that, its intimate ambiance, and its prime beach location, The Lakeview is truly Hamilton’s hidden gem. 

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A One-of-a-Kind Location

Your dream destination wedding is closer than you think! Lakeview is set against the calming shores of Lake Ontario and is nestled in the heart of beautiful Confederation Park and the Hamilton Beach Trail.

The area features stunning vistas, sparkling waters, sandy beaches, and wooded oases. Lakeview offers ample opportunity to create gorgeous backdrops for your ceremony, reception, and of course, your wedding photographs. Best of all, Lakeview offers all of this at one easily-accessible location so your guests can comfortably enjoy all of your wedding festivities from start to finish at this beach wedding venue in Ontario [1].

Reception Spaces

The Ballroom

Capacity: 50 – 150 guests

The Ballroom at Lakeview is a spectacular wedding space. Have your first dance under the glistening lights in the private lakefront ballroom and share a romantic moment in the grand lighthouse-style viewing tower. Featuring soaring vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, glistening hardwood floors, and a waterfront balcony that overlooks the vistas of the Toronto skyline, the Lakeview is a truly exceptional wedding venue that will make an impact on both you and your guests.

The Lounge

Capacity: Unspecified. Standing only.

The ground-floor lounge at the Lakeview is an exclusive space that is perfect for cocktail hour. Whether it be before your ceremony, or while waiting for your reception, your guests can enjoy a personalized signature cocktail on the adjoining private patio that overlooks the waterfront of Lake Ontario.

Ceremony Options

Considering an on-site ceremony? Lakeview's on-site ceremonies are intimate, welcoming, and offer guests the ability to enjoy your ceremony, reception, and everything in between easily and safely at one beautiful location.

The Beach Ceremony

Imagine exchanging vows by the water without the complications or cost of a destination wedding! Well, now you can! The Beach Ceremony costs $1,850 + HST and includes a singing table, red carpet, white outdoor patio chairs, a backdrop arch, and complete setup & tear down.

The Chapel Ceremony

With the Chapel Ceremony option, The Ballroom is transformed into an exquisite chapel. Guests can watch you say your vows from theatre style Chiavari chairs facing beautiful Lake Ontario. The Chapel Ceremony can be booked for $1,250 + HST and includes a singing table, red carpet, a backdrop arch, and the cocktail lounge for after the vows.

Pricing & Packages

In addition to the Ceremony Options, the Lakeview offers three pricing packages to choose from for your reception.

Intimate: Starting at $100

Best for small gatherings of up to 50 guests, the Intimate Package includes a three-course menu, all-inclusive bar & honeymoon suite at the C Hotel. 

Infinity: STARTING AT $70

The Infinity package features a seated dinner and includes a cocktail reception, four-course menu, wedding cake, late-night buffet, host bar, full decor & honeymoon suite.

Eternity: STARTING AT $69

Dubbed the cocktail reception package, the Eternity includes passed hors d’oeuvres, live-action stations, late-night buffet, personalized wedding cake, host bar & full decor.

For more information or to book a venue tour visit: https://carmenslakeview.com/weddings/wedding-packages/