Whimsical Mountain Weddings
Chey Thomson
EVENTS DIRECTOR
Desolation Hotel Hope Valley is a wedding venue located right outside of South Lake Tahoe, CA, nestled in the heart of Hope Valleys picturesque landscape. While the hotel boasts an inviting and cozy atmosphere the surroundings feature bohemian whimsy with wildflowers, an abundance of streams, and aspen trees, which helps act as every couple's natural ceremony backdrop. Guests will have an array of locations to choose from in this pastoral setting, each one brimming with attractive views and flourishing land.
As a boutique hotel committed to delivering a unique and luxurious wedding experience for couples seeking celebrations, we offer a maximum lodging capacity of 120 and a maximum event space of 150. For an enchanting and personalized setting where weddings can embody elegance and intimacy.
We are committed to helping couples that have been planning their wedding for months or years. Couples are partnered with a wedding planner to iron out every detail of their day. They will make it a priority to get to know couples on a personal level, developing a genuine understanding of their individual preferences. The in-house caterer at Desolation Hotel Hope Valley provides food and drink for each big day, including a custom banquet meal or a variety of hors d’oeuvres and buffet meal options. Couples will also have the opportunity to enjoy their day without the worry of setup or cleanup making sure they can focus on spending time with their loved ones.
The result here is always tailored to our guests needs, making use of the fabulous natural environment that surrounds the venue. There are plenty of photo opportunities to take advantage of, including magical sunsets and manicured gardens. With these scenic vistas, couples are sure to have the opportunity to snap up some lifelong memories. Whether it is a large or an intimate gathering, the event team is happy to accommodate. Since the property was opened in 1926 we have taken great pride in providing a one-of-a-kind experience for all guests.
Pricing details
Starting prices
Reception
$15,000
Reception
$15,000
Ceremony
$15,000
Bar services
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Catering
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- Couples usually spend $80,000
- Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees.
- Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices.
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Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 150
Settings
Garden
Historic Venue
Hotel
Mountain
Restaurant
Tented
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Bar Rental
Destination Weddings
Food & Catering
Planning
Rentals & Equipment
Tents
Service Staff
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Meet the team
Chey Thomson
Events Director
My name is Chey, and I am the Events and Marketing Lead here at Desolation Hotel Hope Valley. I'd love to chat about how we can make your dream wedding come true! Message me for more information and a virtual or in-person tour!
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out of 5.05 reviews
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Rachel F
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4.0
11/14/2022
Ivy was an absolute joy to work with and the venue was stunning with the Fall leaves changing!!
Katherine L
1.0
10/22/2023
I have been trying to get in contact with their wedding coordinators or team since March. Finally got ahold of someone in June and they don’t take any inquiries until August. It is October and I still haven’t heard back and get get ahold of anyone in the office.
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Lauren C
5.0
11/07/2022
We had the most amazing experience working with Wylder. From the moment we arrived for the weekend, we felt taken care of. Several of our rooms and our guests rooms had champagne in them when we arrived, which was a sweet touch. Ivy is a true professional and made sure that everything was set in place on the day of the wedding. I could not speak more highly of Wylder and Ivy!!
Ben L
5.0
10/10/2022
I came here for a wedding and was blown away. This place is magical and amazing and the food is incredible. I'd love a good excuse to come back again.
Jessica V
5.0
10/07/2022
Wylder is an incredible venue with top notch staff. Due to weeks of wildfires in Tahoe and many road closures, our original venue was not accessible anymore. I called Wylder in a panic hoping we could use their space as a venue. They accommodated all of our needs in less than 20 days out from our wedding day without any hesitation or hardship. It’s important to mention that it was an LGBTQ+ wedding in which everyone on the staff was accepting and supportive of our love and pronouns. Every person on the staff bent over backwards to make sure it was the wedding of our dreams and that’s exactly what it turned out to be. We loved everyone so much that they became a huge part of our day- dancing and celebrating with us as they were family and friends all along. Did we pay top dollar for the location, cabins and staff? Yes we did. But was it 100% worth every penny? Absolutely- and I wouldn’t change a thing. Thank you Wylder for making the wedding of our dreams possible, you all are truly amazing.
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Desolation Hotel Hope Valley
Chey Thomson
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