Exclusive Use for The Entire Weekend
Holds ceremonies and receptions
The Dorrington Hotel is a rustic venue for weddings and other special events in Arnold, California. The expert staff will go above and beyond to ensure that your big day is a success. Surrounded by stunning mountain views and carefully manicured grounds, this is an ideal romantic setting to say 'I do.'
During your event, you will have exclusive use of the Dorrington Hotel and the property. Couples can use the historic bathhouse in the meadow for their ceremony, music, or anything else they might think of. Up to 10 guests can stay overnight in the hotel, which features 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen, and a spacious sitting area with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, a large dining table, and free WiFi. Overlooking the meadow sits the private cottage with a kitchenette, bathroom, and gas fireplace, ideal for newlyweds to relax and unwind after the festivities. The famous Lube Room Saloon is a few steps away and has games, delicious food, live music, and a back deck with stunning views of the grounds. The Big Tree Village Recreation Center is nearby, with tennis courts, 2 swimming pools, and picnic areas.
The team at the Dorrington Hotel has connections to local vendors, so they can assist you with planning your ideal day. In addition to weddings, they can help organize events like showers, engagement parties, corporate retreats, family reunions, and mystery dinners. To hear more about their available services or for information about pricing, reach out to the staff at the Dorrington Hotel.
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Backyard
Barn
Historic Venue
Hotel
Mountain
Restaurant
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Destination Wedding Planning
Food & Catering
Planning
Destination Wedding Planning
Wedding Design
Rentals & Equipment
Tents
Service Staff
Transportation
Shuttle Service
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Reviews
5.0
out of 5.04 reviews
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Hailey P
5.0
8/12/2025
Our wedding venue was absolutely beautiful, and working with Lori made the experience even better. She was so helpful and responsive throughout the entire planning process, always ...
bringing a positive and uplifting energy to every interaction. On our wedding day, she went above and beyond, even surprising us with a few thoughtful extras that made the day feel even more special. All of our guests raved about how gorgeous the venue was. We are so grateful to Lori and the entire team for helping make our wedding unforgettable!
Brandon J
5.0
12/25/2022
We had the pleasure of holding our wedding at The Dorrington Hotel (September 10th, 2022). We cannot say enough great things about this venue! The food, rooms, overall look/feel, e...
tc.; however, most importantly, the amazing team that gets you through your special day.
We thank everyone, but most of all, Lori - you were the rock to making our day so special!
Definitely reccommend this for a wedding, birthday, friends-getaway and the list goes on.
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Natalie M
5.0
10/05/2022
By far the most magical wedding venue I have ever been too. The landscape itself is such a beautiful backdrop. The whole weekend was so much fun having the bridal party stay at the...
hotel that has been maintained so perfectly keeping its charm but with modern amenities. Everyone did such an incredible job putting it all together. Right out of a fairytale 🕊
Haley C
5.0
1/23/2020
My husband and I were married at the Dorrington Hotel in September 2019. Our special day turned out to be everything we hoped for and more. We were blown away by the overall exper...
ience, we have no complaints what so ever. Lori was so helpful and creative, it was wonderful. The Dorrington Hotel is a perfect venue especially if you’re looking for that “rustic” vibe. For the weekend we had use of the entire hotel, cottage, barn and backyard. The barn was a wonderful addition to our wedding, and the property grounds were perfect for our photos. Lori and Tammy went above and beyond the whole weekend. Another thing to share, was that Lori and Tammy made our wedding party and family a delicious breakfast on our wedding day. Our day was perfect! We highly recommend this venue for a wedding or special event.
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