1880 Union Hotel
All-inclusive venue
The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $11,000 for off-peak dates, and $16,000 for peak dates
Packages
Prices start at $2,500
Guest capacity
Up to 300 seated guests
Special Offers on remaining 2026 dates!
Don't miss out on incredible deals on our limited inventory of 2026 dates!
About this venue
The 1880 Union Hotel in Los Alamos, California, is a registered historic landmark and all-inclusive wedding venue where history, romance, and celebration meet. Built in 1880 and lovingly restored, the Union offers couples a one-of-a-kind destination experience with Old West charm and modern comfort. When you book the Union, you’ll enjoy exclusive access to the entire property, including nine unique guest rooms (with a romantic Bridal Suite and spacious Governor’s Suite), a ballroom, historic saloon, rose garden, gazebo, and brick terrace with outdoor bar and fireplace. With custom in-house food and beverage services, every detail is handled so you can focus on making memories. Whether you’re planning an intimate elopement or a grand celebration, the Union Hotel provides character, exclusivity, and a timeless setting for your wedding story.
Our event spaces
Union Lawn & Terrace
Romantic gardens and a timeless terrace for unforgettable celebrations.
The Union Lawn & Terrace offer two stunning outdoor settings at the 1880 Union Hotel. The lawn features a raised gazebo, rose gardens, and ivy-covered brick backdrop, perfect for ceremonies and photographs. The adjoining brick terrace includes an outdoor bar and wood-burning fireplace, ideal for cocktail hours, receptions, and late-night gatherings under the stars.
Guest capacity
Up to 300 Seated
Up to 400 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
- Rose gardens with fountains and guest seating - Elegant white platform gazebo - Ivy-lined brick walls - Lush green lawn with mature landscaping - Outdoor wet bar - Chair and table rentals - Expansive brick terrace - Romantic string lighting -Outdoor gas fireplace
Room cost
$3,500 - $8,000
1880 Union Saloon
A historic western saloon with games, music, and a secret entrance.
The Union Saloon is a historic Western bar hidden behind a secret entrance in the 1880 Union Hotel. With a pool table, piano, and shuffleboard, it’s the perfect spot for cocktail hours, after-parties, and late-night fun. Guests can step back in time, enjoy live music, and raise a glass in one of California’s most unique celebration spaces.
Guest capacity
Up to 30 Seated
Up to 49 Standing
Ideal for
Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Room cost
$2,000 - $4,000
Union Bar & Lobby
Victorian charm, crystal chandeliers, and a space made for celebration.
The Union Lobby & Bar is the heart of the 1880 Union Hotel, where historic charm meets timeless elegance. Featuring sweeping crystal chandeliers, antique Victorian furnishings, and a beautiful indoor bar, it creates a stunning backdrop for cocktail hours and guest gatherings. With three restrooms (two with outdoor access) and French doors leading to the garden, the space combines style, comfort, and convenience for your celebration.
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
- Three bathrooms for Guest Use - Historic Western Wet Bar - Sweeping Crystal Chandeliers - Gas Fireplace - Baby Grand Piano - Vintage Victorian Seating Areas and Artwork
Room cost
$3,500 - $8,000
Union Lawn & Terrace
Romantic gardens and a timeless terrace for unforgettable celebrations.
The Union Lawn & Terrace offer two stunning outdoor settings at the 1880 Union Hotel. The lawn features a raised gazebo, rose gardens, and ivy-covered brick backdrop, perfect for ceremonies and photographs. The adjoining brick terrace includes an outdoor bar and wood-burning fireplace, ideal for cocktail hours, receptions, and late-night gatherings under the stars.
Guest capacity
Up to 300 Seated
Up to 400 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
- Rose gardens with fountains and guest seating - Elegant white platform gazebo - Ivy-lined brick walls - Lush green lawn with mature landscaping - Outdoor wet bar - Chair and table rentals - Expansive brick terrace - Romantic string lighting -Outdoor gas fireplace
Room cost
$3,500 - $8,000
1880 Union Saloon
A historic western saloon with games, music, and a secret entrance.
The Union Saloon is a historic Western bar hidden behind a secret entrance in the 1880 Union Hotel. With a pool table, piano, and shuffleboard, it’s the perfect spot for cocktail hours, after-parties, and late-night fun. Guests can step back in time, enjoy live music, and raise a glass in one of California’s most unique celebration spaces.
Guest capacity
Up to 30 Seated
Up to 49 Standing
Ideal for
Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Room cost
$2,000 - $4,000
Union Bar & Lobby
Victorian charm, crystal chandeliers, and a space made for celebration.
The Union Lobby & Bar is the heart of the 1880 Union Hotel, where historic charm meets timeless elegance. Featuring sweeping crystal chandeliers, antique Victorian furnishings, and a beautiful indoor bar, it creates a stunning backdrop for cocktail hours and guest gatherings. With three restrooms (two with outdoor access) and French doors leading to the garden, the space combines style, comfort, and convenience for your celebration.
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
- Three bathrooms for Guest Use - Historic Western Wet Bar - Sweeping Crystal Chandeliers - Gas Fireplace - Baby Grand Piano - Vintage Victorian Seating Areas and Artwork
Room cost
$3,500 - $8,000
1880 Union Hotel packages
Weekend Buyout (PEAK April - December)
150 guests
Peak pricing $60,000-80,000
Off-peak pricing $45,000-65,000
Step in to history with our exclusive weekend buyout package.
- Exclusive, Private Access to Entire Venue
- Overnight Accommodations for Up to 20 Guests
- Late-Night Afterparty or up to 150 People
- 5-Hour Bar Package with Three Bartenders
- Trey Passed Hors d’Oeuvres Food (3 Selections)
- Family Style Dinner
- Late Night Snacks
- Welcome Champagne
- Tables, Chairs, Tableware, Glassware & Silverware
- Set-up & Strike
- Event Insurance
Weekday Buyout (PEAK April - December)
5-300 guests
Peak pricing $5,000-30,000
Off-peak pricing $2,500-30,000
Step in to history with our exclusive weekday package.
- Exclusive-Use of entire property
Available services that can be provided by 1880 Union Hotel
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Liability insurance
- Lighting/Sound
- On-site accommodations
- Pet friendly
- Service staff
- Set up
- Wedding cake services
- Wifi
Reviews
Write a review5.0 out of 5
3 reviews
ONE OF A KIND Guest Experience to Remember
The 1880 Union Hotel is a truly exceptional wedding venue. Their communication style is personable, tailored, and efficient - they make you feel welcomed and valued throughout the entire process. The quality of their work and the value they provide is simply exquisite. They have a unique and beautiful approach, always going above and beyond to customize the experience for each couple. For example, they accommodated our request to have the rental load-in at 8am the day before, even though it was outside their normal schedule. There were also no unexpected fees, and the chef even came in early to monitor the process. This team clearly prioritizes ease and reducing stress for the couple, which is not the case everywhere. In another case, when the linens weren't picked up from the rental company and I, as the planner, was already home from the wedding, being days later -- they handled before I even know, but they took these large linen duffel bags into UPS without hesitation. The team as a whole understands hospitality and how important it is to keep things calm, cool, and collected - they've mastered that. Additionally, the customization of the menu was fantastic. During our tasting, we had one-on-one time with the chef to discuss our preferences, dislikes, and dream wishes for the cuisine - and they made it all happen seamlessly. We highly recommend the 1880 Union Hotel for their personable service, exquisite quality, and commitment to making your wedding day truly special.
Historic Charm Meets Incredible Team
The 1880 Union Hotel is one of those rare venues that truly has it all—beauty, history, and an incredible team behind it. Every wedding we’ve been part of there has been flawlessly executed and full of magic.
The Perfect Venue in Santa Barbara Wine Country
The 1880 Union Hotel was a fantastic wedding venue that exceeded our expectations. Their team was incredibly responsive and helpful throughout the entire planning process, making sure everything ran smoothly and orderly on our special day. The historic and beautifully maintained property provided the perfect backdrop for our wedding, and the value they offered was unmatched. We cannot recommend the 1880 Union Hotel enough to any couple searching for a truly special and memorable wedding venue.
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