Est. 1880 · Los Alamos, California · Santa Barbara Wine Country

Where celebration & history meet

A 145-year-old California landmark reimagined for weddings, gatherings, and unforgettable experiences in the heart of wine country.

British Vogue

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4.7 ★

234 Google reviews

2am

Late-night curfew

9 Rooms

Onsite lodging

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What brings you to the Union?

One historic property. Endless possibilities.

Weddings

Full-property buyouts, 9 guest rooms, late-night saloon celebrations until 2am. From intimate elopements to 300-guest weekends.

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Corporate Events

Executive retreats, team offsites, product launches, and brand activations in the heart of Santa Barbara Wine Country.

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Celebrations

Birthdays, baby showers, bar & bat mitzvahs, anniversaries, family reunions, and celebrations of life.

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The Saloon

A true Old West landmark. Craft cocktails, chef-driven bar bites, and live music. Open Wednesdays & Thursdays, 4–9pm.

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Love letters from our couples

Featured in British Vogue, Natalia & Tyler's November 2023 Wedding at 1880 Union Hotel was one to remember. The bride and groom stand outside the historic hotel and all-inclusive wedding venue with lodging in Los Alamos, California. Click photo for f

Reviews for 1880 Union Hotel on Instagram from family of the bride saying "[the 1880 union hotel] is amazing! This weekend was perfect [heart hands]"

Exquisite catering by Executive Chef Noban Shahid for Vicky & Tom's April 2024 Wedding. 1880 Union Hotel has full in-house catering and staffing services for weddings allowing couples to curate custom menus that fit their unique style and taste.

Bride Natalia & Groom Tyler walking through the Lobby of 1880 Union Hotel an al-inclusive , historic wedding venue with onsite accommodations in Santa Barbara Wine Country. Located just 2.5 hours outside of Los Angeles, it is one of California's prem

Instagram review for 1880 Union Hotel from bride Rebecca Sauter saying" Best Venue Ever"

Union Garden Lawn decorated in florals for Bride Natalia & Groom Tyler's November 11, 2023 featured in British Vogue. The Union Garden features a fairytale wedding gazebo and ivy-lined brick walls that will have you feeling like you are at an Italian

Bride Natalia looking over the Union Terrace from the onsite Bridal Suite at 1880 Union Hotel before her wedding day. 1880 Union Hotel features a premier bridal suite with private dressing room and three stunning balconies making it the perfect place

Bride and groom posing on couch in upstairs lounge area with beautiful 1970s wallpaper at 1880 Union Hotel the premier wedding venue in Santa Barbara wine country.

Review of 1880 Union Hotel from bride Cate saying "The most incredible day (and weekend!) of our lives! Everything was perfection thank you @1880union"

Front of 1880 Union Hotel in Los Alamos California with ivy turning red for fall. Premier fall destination wedding venue located only 2.5 hours from Los Angeles in the heart of Santa Barbara Wine Country.

Grooms men playing poker in private grooms suite at 1880 Union Hotel the premier destination wedding venue with onsite lodging in Califonia.

Pool table at The Saloon at 1880 Union Hotel, the best wedding venue with late-night after party hours. Keep the wedding going till 2am in the onsite saloon with pool, shuffle board and private bar.

A warmly lit wedding table decorated with floral centerpieces and candles at an elegant evening event at 1880 Union Hotel's brick terrace where we hold outdoor wedding ceremonies and receptions with in-house catering and staffing.

Review of 1880 Union Hotel from Bride Rachel saying "The best venue in the world!! Couldn't recommend anything more."

Bride and Groom having a romantic in the saloon at the late-night wedding after party at 1880 Union Hotel. The best wedding venue in California with late night after-party offerings and onsite accomodations.

Review of 1880 Union Hotel from real bride Anelisse saying "The wedding of my dreams (Heart eye emoji) Will remember this [wedding] venue forever!"

Bride & Groom dressed in the lush romantic rose garden of 1880 Union Hotel the best all-inclusive destination wedding venue with onsite accommodations in California.

A bride and groom having a romantic moment together in a field of tall golden grass during sunset outside 1880 Union Hotel, California's best Wedding venue with onsite accommodations in Los Alamos, CA

A newlywed couple sharing a toast on a balcony at an outdoor wedding reception in the evening. The bride has a floral crown and a white dress, and the groom is in a dark suit. They are smiling and holding a microphone and a glass of champagne, with s

Bride and groom share romantic moment under the ivy lined trellis after wedding ceremony in 1880 Union Hotels rose garden.

Historical black and white photograph of the Union Hotel, a two-story wooden building with a balcony and several people standing on the porch and balcony. Horses and carriages are in front of the hotel. The image is framed with an ornate border.

Where legends have gathered since 1880

From stagecoach travelers and Gold Rush dreamers to Paul McCartney, Michael Jackson, and a feature in British Vogue — the Union Hotel has been the backdrop for extraordinary moments for nearly 150 years. Now it's your turn.

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Where legends have gathered since 1880

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