Gather

Come together.

At the crossroads of four counties, Cuyama Buckhorn is a natural gathering place for groups of all sizes. From an intimate celebration to a full-blown bash, a gathering here means the food and drinks are flowing, our welcoming team makes you feel at home, and our enchanting valley provides a backdrop unlike any other.

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Host Your Event

An outdoor wedding ceremony: a couple at a white arch facing open grassland, guests standing either side of a rug-lined aisle.

Weddings

Your special day deserves the extraordinary — escape to California’s high desert for the celebration of a lifetime.

Tie the knot

Guests raising champagne glasses in a toast at a candlelit long table

Events & Celebrations

Birthdays, anniversaries, reunions, or just because — there’s always a reason to celebrate.

Get together

An outdoor reception table set beneath a Kailo sign and string lights

Meetings & Retreats

Get out of the office and into the Cuyama Valley. Our intimate property provides the perfect backdrop for meetings and corporate retreats.

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All Weekend With room to spread out, the Buckhorn can host any and all of your events across our different spaces. Photo by Mandee Johnson.

Our Spaces

Whether it’s a wedding, birthday gathering, team retreat, family reunion, or anything else you can dream up, our indoor and outdoor spaces invite you to settle in for a weekend of revelry.

Antler chandeliers and woven baskets over a wood-paneled dining room

Hudson’s Dining Room

Indoor dining room with bar access

SEATED CAPACITY: 39
STANDING CAPACITY: 39

A long banquet table set with candles and small vases under antler chandeliers

The Addition

Indoor dining room with patio access

SEATED CAPACITY: 43
STANDING CAPACITY: 75

Adirondack chairs around a lit fire pit outside at night

The Lobby Patio

Patio off of The Addition & Lamar’s Lobby

SEATED CAPACITY: 40
STANDING CAPACITY: 60

A long picnic table strung with lights beside the motel courtyard

The Backyard

Outdoor space including bocce ball court, 40’ x 6’ Ranch Table, open air cocktail bar, outdoor lounge space, table tennis, and The Lawn

SEATED CAPACITY: 40 at the Ranch Table
STANDING CAPACITY: 75

Olive trees flanking a plain wall along a bright green lawn

The Lawn

Part of The Backyard with outdoor projector screen and multi-use astroturf lawn

SEATED CAPACITY: N/A
STANDING CAPACITY: 75

A rustic dining table with green leather chairs against floral wallpaper

The Tea Room

Meeting room with a long table to work together, hold a meeting, or socialize over hand-crafted tea blends

SEATED CAPACITY: 20
STANDING CAPACITY: N/A

Scalloped white umbrellas over a yellow-stooled bar facing the desert

The Caliente Deck

Deck off of the diner that overlooks the Caliente Mountains and opens into The Garden

SEATED CAPACITY: 48
STANDING CAPACITY: 48

Bistro tables and chairs scattered under a shade tree beside a greenhouse

The Garden

Outdoor dining space with raised garden beds and The Greenhouse

SEATED CAPACITY: 72
STANDING CAPACITY: 75

A table set under a glass greenhouse roof hung with a terracotta pot garland

The Greenhouse

Functioning greenhouse with a table for intimate dining experiences

SEATED CAPACITY: 8-12
STANDING CAPACITY: N/A

Silhouetted trees and posts reflected in the pool at sunset

The Vista

Just beyond the pool deck and overlooking The Desertscape, popular for wedding ceremonies

SEATED CAPACITY: 72
STANDING CAPACITY: 75

Wedding ceremony set up in the open high-desert valley with mountains behind

The Desertscape

Large open lot with expansive views

SEATED CAPACITY: 75
STANDING CAPACITY: 3,000

A softly lit bar with. a row of chairs and an array of bottles on the counter

The Bar

Large open lot with expansive views

SEATED CAPACITY: 75
STANDING CAPACITY: 3,000

A cozy, decorated room with a fireplace and mounted buck head

Lamar’s Lobby*

Just beyond the pool deck and overlooking The Desertscape, popular for wedding ceremonies

*Available for buy-outs only

Photo by Kristin Ellis

SEATED CAPACITY: 75
STANDING CAPACITY: 3,000

“We got married at The Buckhorn and rented out the hotel for the entire weekend and it was the absolute best weekend of our lives!

The Buckhorn is truly magical, and I could not imagine getting married anywhere else. The staff at The Buckhorn are amazing. We had their biggest wedding yet with 130 guests and they were SO on top of everything from serving, cleaning, to making sure everyone was having a good time. The staff truly made our wedding that much better and we feel so lucky to have had the opportunity to work with them! The Buckhorn also catered all of the food for our wedding weekend and it was all FANTASTIC!! The quantity of food they needed to make did not at all impact the quality and every single meal and appetizer was phenomenal. The rooms are also incredible. They have done such an fantastic job making each part of the hotel feel luxurious while still feeling incredibly cozy. I could not recommend The Buckhorn more for a weekend getaway, a wedding, or any other event!”

Katie

Wedding

“We got married at The Buckhorn and rented out the hotel for the entire weekend and it was the absolute best weekend of our lives!

The Buckhorn is truly magical, and I could not imagine getting married anywhere else. The staff at The Buckhorn are amazing. We had their biggest wedding yet with 130 guests and they were SO on top of everything from serving, cleaning, to making sure everyone was having a good time. The staff truly made our wedding that much better and we feel so lucky to have had the opportunity to work with them! The Buckhorn also catered all of the food for our wedding weekend and it was all FANTASTIC!! The quantity of food they needed to make did not at all impact the quality and every single meal and appetizer was phenomenal. The rooms are also incredible. They have done such an fantastic job making each part of the hotel feel luxurious while still feeling incredibly cozy. I could not recommend The Buckhorn more for a weekend getaway, a wedding, or any other event!”

Katie

Wedding

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Our Offerings

Our four-acre property features 21 guest rooms, a restaurant, a bar, a coffee shop, and an abundance of on-property amenities for you to enjoy during your stay. We’ll happily work with you to create custom menus and itineraries tailored to your group so you can make the most of your escape.

Hand reaching for rosé beside a cheese and bread board on a wood plank

Custom Menus

Our team is at your service to curate custom breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus tailored to your group’s preferences.

Man on horseback drawing a bow at an archery demonstration with two onlookers

Local Activities

From local farm tours, guided hikes, and wine tastings, there are plenty of experiences in the Cuyama Valley for everyone to enjoy.

Long table dinner under woven pendant lights beneath a mounted deer skull

Private Dining

Choose the perfect setting that suits your occasion — embrace the cozy ambiance of indoor dining or surround yourself with mountain views outdoors.

Two friends chatting at the pool's edge beside striped umbrellas

Pool, Jacuzzi, and Barrel Sauna

Enjoy an unhurried afternoon at the Buckhorn Swim Club, lounging under an umbrella, taking a dip in the pool, or relaxing in the heat of the sauna or jacuzzi.

Make Yourself At Home

After a long day of celebrating, our 21 guest rooms are ready to welcome you for a night of well-earned rest. From single rooms with king or queen beds, double rooms for up to four people, and our Enchanted Suite complete with a living room, we offer a variety of configurations to meet your group’s needs, available at a discounted rate for room blocks.

Explore room types

A guest room with a made bed and western-style decor. — Settle in Infused with spirit of the American West, our cozy rooms are your private retreat to catch up on some R&R.

Let’s Start Planning

To learn more about hosting your event at Cuyama Buckhorn, please fill out the form below or email us at events@cuyamabuckhorn.com.