The wedding at this venue was severely mishandled. The event was plagued by disorganization, poor communication, understaffing, and repeated service failures--from incorrect setup and unprofessional staff behavior to inadequate bar service, restroom issues, missing personal property, and lack of onsite management. Critical details were missed, guests were treated dismissively, and the overall experience fell far below expectations for a once-in-a-lifetime event. This was an unacceptable level of service, and I would not recommend this venue. I am unable to in words describe how stressful the day was and how you can get better value and service at other venues from speaking with several newlyweds and industry event coordinators. read more

Wow. This property is absolutely stunning. I came here for a wedding and they had a gorgeous venue where there was an indoor and outdoor section. They had a nice waterfall outside, clean and cute bathrooms, an outside patio on both sides, and a glass window looking out into the nature. The valet parking was efficient as well. It was a bit of a walk to the venue from the parking area but we had so much fun. The biggest surprise was the food. The appetizers were all amazing and the main dishes were good as well. I think this was one of the best foods I've had at a wedding. They also had a pho bar, to my surprise was also included in the venue. Now the pho itself...the broth was meh and noodles were thin rice noodles, but, the concept was genius for an Asian wedding. I loved the Korean fried chicken! Drinks were so delicious and bartenders/sergers/staff were all amazing. read more

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I got married here on 10/13/22 in the birchwood room and we had a great time! It was everything we dreamed of and the staff was attentive. I had a full time planner which I highly recommend. Thank you for a romantic night I will never ever forget! We now have a baby and moved our lives out of state! Thank you for such a romantic wedding. I grew up in this area so it was super meaningful to me. The food was fantastic! I'll attach some Photos from our tasting. P.S my photographers videographers coordinator and Dj had access to full bar and food just like the guests. They need sustenance too! Cheers! read more

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I just went to my son's wedding here and the place is beautiful- with trees and meadows and waterfalls-oh my!!!! The one thing I asked my son and bride to be was the importance of the food for the guests ( I didn't need to ask since they are both foodie connoisseurs ). But all our guests enjoyed the hors d'oeuervs, and complimented on the dinners. You get what you pay for and this was great. I can't say much about the service since their wedding planner coordinated everything, but the venue and the food is beautiful and good. The newlyweds stayed 3 nights there and it was luxurious! read more

Calamigos Ranch Events - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Malibu, California

Beautiful property, we have been at friends weddings here, so we like the venue. Very easy to find, they have good signage, classy decor, big place, very Californian in a good way with lots of nature and vegetation around, very green. We have been here in the winter as well, still nice and woodsy, great decorations during the holidays. Calamigos Ranch is a nice getaway, very close to the city! read more

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We had the pleasure of working with Mckenzie Haisley who was amazing in helping us with our son and future daughter-in-law's wedding at the Calamigos Ranch in Malibu. She was very patient with our son and his fiancé in all their indecisiveness and countless questions. She also gave us ideas that we hadn't thought of to make the wedding a dream come true. Thank you for going above and beyond at this happy time in our lives. read more

What a beautiful venue for events! This ranch is very classy, beautiful, and gives tranquility vibes! I'm happy I was invited here for my friends job picnic, it was a very good time for sure. Professional staff here soon as you arrive they tell you where to go and park. They had nice valet parking that was complementary for the event, and I was able to walk through the ranch to see all what they have to offer! They have a coffee shop, restaurant, and you can view the nice rooms as you walk through the venues. Just very beautiful and well kept up. I see why many people have weddings here because it's quite memorable, which great photos to capture. I would love to stay here but I would have to save up some coins because it's not cheap, but I see why you get what you pay for. It's very worth it! They even had the paddle boats available for us to use, and that was so much fun! This place was perfect for a picnic. I will love to come back and stay when I try the wineries in the area! I hope I get invited to someone's wedding here in the future :) read more

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Great place for family or day drinking. Areas to play or walk or sit and enjoy the sun. read more

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WOW! Just wow at this place! We came to Calamigos ranch for a birthday dinner. This place is huge! It's over 200 acres and we got a bit lost at the beginning looking for the restaurant But i wasn't mad at it. It gave us a chance to take a look around. We came at night and the lighting/chandeliers in the trees made everything look like a fairytale place i swear! I can see why a lot of people choose to make this place their wedding venue. Nonetheless, the food at the Calamigos guest ranch and beach club restaurant was amazing! It was super intimate and the inside was just so warm and inviting. The staff was great and we basically ordered the whole menu. NOTHING we ordered left us disappointed. It was all very flavorful and I liked that it was like an asian fusion theme. We'll definitely return because from the moment we arrived to when we left we were left in "Awe" the staff was amazing as well and we loved our waiter. read more

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Staycation Dream! I have been coming to Calamigos for years and to witness the amazing transformation they have been going through is SO IMPRESSIVE. You feel like you have been transported to a magic tree house! My daughter and I went here for a staycation before she heads off to college and it was a truly special experience. From the staff, servers, valets to the front desk , everyone was extremely warm and at the ready to make our stay the most memorable. I especially want to point out the staff at the front desk and spa, they went ABOVE and BEYOND to make our visit special but especially The Beach Club guys who set us up on the beach and made the hike to and from the club to get us food and drinks. THANK YOU! THANK YOU! read more

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Absolutely beautiful ceremony and reception. Couldn't have envisioned a more perfect wedding for my close friends. Thanks Calamigos and team! read more

This venue is perfect for weddings of all sizes. There are plenty of rooms to choose from and each room has its own characteristics. The food is amazing! It is quite a drive from the San Gabriel Valley area for guests but it's still a good venue for celebrations. Not a fan of the flies and mosquitoes but it's part of the package due to the location in the mountain area. read more

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I attended a corporate event hosted at the barn at this venue. I was immediately impressed by the gorgeous grounds. The area nearby the barn was nestled in cozy beautiful trees and had a pretty man made waterfall perfect for group photos and ambient noise. The catering was excellent, both in quality and variety. All of the staff, from food service, to activity hosts were very friendly and professional. I really enjoyed the event hosted here and would gladly return again. read more

Yoooo this one of the best wedding spots ever. This the second time I been here. And now I see the there signature package because I saw similarities. Bubbles, they blown once folx say "you may kiss the bride" and the check in with instax camera. Those are hella cool. Love taking those Polaroid pictures. The space is so pretty and valet all so friendly. It's a huge space so I'm happy I was directed where to go. Feel super vip as a guest coming here I wonder if I'll be back here again for a future wedding. read more

The Calamigos Ranch is the luxury destination in Malibu that encompasses both a private ranch as well as an exclusive beachfront beach club. The private Cottages, Bungalows and Estate Rooms are thoughtfully designed to be cozy, intimate spaces to exist sustainably within the undisturbed nature, and the cabins have been created with the rural land. There's a pond inside the ranch area and it's good for pedal boat. read more

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Calamigos ranch is definitely one of our favorite stays! Thanks to Kurt and his exceptional service/communication I was able to plan a dream vacation and an awesome surprise proposal! Kurt went above and beyond when it came to planning and coordinating our trip/ proposal! We are definitely going to be back! Such a beautiful and relaxing stay! read more

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Calamigos Ranch is synonymous with elegant, SoCal weddings. Albeit a wedding factory, Calamigos is somehow able to make every wedding feel special, unique, and bespoke. My wife and I's wedding was no exception. From the moment we arrived on our tour, to the moment we left on our big day, most everything was spectacular and our friends and family remarked at how beautiful the venue was. Some of the venue highlights included: +A gorgeous, tree-filled woodland backdrop for the ceremony +A spectacular, twinkle-light studded reception +Attentive and courteous waitstaff +Free use of not only our ceremony location, but also the surrounding gardens and lots +Zero visibility into or cross-contamination with other weddings occurring that day However, there are a few setbacks (and warnings) that prevent me from giving Calamigos a five star review: +The sales office staff were somewhat haughty (and fussed over a small refund they owed me the day before my wedding) +A wedding planner or coordinator was an absolute must (and a month of coordinator is required by Calamigos)--you will not feel very secure navigating all the choices, paperwork, and dates without one +The parking "lot" is ample in size but has no pavement, thus guests complained that it scuffed up shoes and dresses (don't let the bride walk here!) +The signage and instructions to get to the venue are adequate at best and frustrating at worst, leaving some folks scurrying they day off read more

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Bella Vita Events had the honor of producing events over the last 10 years at the Calamigos Ranch. The venue has been expanding and is always trying to stay up to date, in order to provide the exceptional experiences to our clients. It is a pleasure to work there, and you have the choice in-between several rooms for your event. The Team is flexible and always willing to go the extra mile. If you are looking for a great Venue in the Malibu Mountains, you got it! - THE BELLA VITA EVENTS TEAM read more

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Calamigos Ranch is just a great place for a wedding or a special event. We attended our Nephew's Wedding and the whole event was top notch.

I had the pleasure of planning a wedding at Calamigos Ranch this past month and was blown away by the level of professionalism and care that went into helping my client and I. As a wedding planner, it can be a challenge to find venues that provide quality service and care from the start to completion of the planning process, but Calamigos and their team went above and beyond! Lauren has been extremely helpful - from answering all our questions, sending check-in messages, being prompt and available for calls, and assisting with load-in the day of the wedding. Not to mention the last minute tweaks to details that she handled with ease. She also has amazing an amazing sense of style which I'm sure comes in handy when assisting couples envision their big day. Jenna, our banquet captain, was also exceptional and stayed on top of every single detail. Weddings always come with its fair share of minor adjustments, but Jenna and the team didn't even bat an eyelash. And beyond simply getting the job done, she really took the time to check in with all the vendors and ensured we were well taken care of throughout the event. Beautiful event spaces, stunning natural features, incredible food, and the sweetest staff - I'm not sure you could ask for a better venue than Calamigos Ranch! Alana Godoy Godoy Events read more

Wow. Wow. Wow. What an impressive place! The service was top notch as every staff member went above and beyond - from free bottles of water at the pool to a staff member bringing us large bottles of water at the pickle ball courts mid game. There is fresh juice in the lobby at all times. Breakfast at The Ranch was incredible, tho expensive. The French toast was a delicious bread pudding with berry coulis. Lunch at the pool was also great, especially the chicken wrap! Uber had a difficult time finding the ranch multiple times. Ask the valet for a specific address to put in the app. The Valet driver drove up to find our Uber driver and guide him back to pick us up. Pools were nice with very comfortable lounge chairs. Every hour the waitress walked around with a special amenity (chipwich, frozen grapes, face mist). Gym was well equipped- only missing a foam roller, but had all the cardio equipment and weights needed. Cottages were comfy with outdoor showers. Don't make the mistake of sleeping with the heat on in the cottages. It blows on your face and dries you out. Grounds were beautiful, hiking nearby and just an all around a cozy retreat. Can't wait to return! read more

Calamigos Ranch Events - Pool - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Malibu, California

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I had the best birthday surprise gift from my husband, we loved Calamigos. Both my husband and sister also loved the property. It felt great taking a break from LA. We enjoyed the nature and the stunning property. The food by the pool was very delicious, I hardly ever eat a burger but their burger was amazing. During our stay some inconveniences occurred, but the way it was held by the property manager Connor I no longer even want to mention it nor get into details. Connors approach was beyond professional and his kindness towards the situation and how he solved everything was just wonderful. With this review I wanted to share how beautiful the property is but more importantly I want to take the opportunity and share my gratitude towards Connor and how attentive he was. To sum it up Calamigos is truly lucky to have you Conor. We will all return back for more visits. Until next time. read more

Amazing in all aspects! Don't know where to start! Where to start with I went there because was the wedding of one of my best friends who moved to Australia last year to be with his love. I know my friend has excellent taste, so could not expect a better location for the wedding to the love of his life. Everything was SO beautiful, the venue, with so much sense of privacy, the trees, the enchanting chandeliers, the million flowers (I guess that goes apart but anyway someone from inside has to put them there in that way right? so kuddos because there were like million roses there). I liked the sense of intimate, cozyness yet formal feeling. There was valet parking and everyone working there was so professional and accomodating. This ranch is located in a very nice scenary area on the way to Malibu. Needless to say we all had a great time and what happened in Calamigos stays on Yelp:) read more

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Really fantastic wedding. We attended one in The Birchwood Room. Beautiful location for the ceremony, & absolutely gorgeous deck where we were seated. Crystals and chandeliers hung from trees, was a cold November night but there were lots or warmers all around. So many staff were around to help, replenish food, valet service..... was a pleasure to be there. Would definitely love to attend another wedding there or host one for my kids. A really well run operation, and beautiful location too. read more

Luke at the outdoor bar was so hospitable to us while my girlfriend and I stayed here for the weekend. We had an amazing time, and the service was above and beyond. Especially from Luke. We will definitely be back! read more

Calamigos Ranch Events - Outdoor bar - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Malibu, California

The timeless Pavilion, ferris wheel and twinkly lights are really popular with couples who want to get away in the Malibu mountains with so many surrounding things to do before and after the wedding. You can easily keep everything really close by for portraits and guests. Timing of the ceremony to retain the string lights will be the hour that the whole day is designed around. read more

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Recently attended an event here and it was such a Lovely place and venue. Cant wait to try their restaurant on site next time! read more

Beautiful hidden treasure of a place. Came here for my aunts 70th birthday. Detours was a bit frustrating but arrived to the venue after confusion of the signage all over the place. The most helpful valet people ever! 10$ Valet and shuttle bus to different areas such as Malibu Cafe. Chandeliers in the trees, water fall back drops and cute rustic aura.... For the price to have a private party, they really put on a great service. They know how to make guests feel welcomed. Beautiful location read more

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Our recent stay at Calamigos was very disappointing. Definitely not worth the price. We stayed there with high expectations as the place came recommended. The service was consistently poor and severely delayed with staff members appearing inattentive and displaying a noticeable lack of care towards guests. It's disheartening when a basic expectation of attentiveness is not met. Moreover, the amenities in the room were shockingly under-furnished. The lack of essential items or their poor quality detracted significantly from the overall experience. It's regrettable that the hotel falls short in providing the level of comfort and service one anticipates. My stay was far from enjoyable, and I would strongly caution others considering this establishment. A notable exception was the Saloon Cafe. Ari there was awesome! Food at the Ranch Club/M Cafe was very good. But service again was sloppy. read more

So good to be back! Calamigos ranch always has a special place in my heart, and I'm thrilled to know our best friend's wedding was held at Calamigos! The weather was just perfect in late March, but note to self, if the reception is outdoors, it can be a bit chilly during the evening. Everything was so dreamy and intimate, the entire ranch is just beautiful. Calamigos is for sure one of the best venues around LA! We enjoy every visit to this magical place! read more

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The Redwood Room at Calamigos Ranch is breathtakingly beautiful! When we first came to Calamigos Ranch and saw this room, it felt like we had been transported to another world with endless possibilities and magic, and we knew we had found where we wanted to celebrate our wedding. The staff helped us navigate through the room being renovated between when we booked our reception and our actual date a year later. We know we didn't always make it easy on them as we had high expectations having both worked in the events world ourselves. Their recommended vendor list was immensely helpful and we ended up using a wedding coordinator, photographer/videographer, dessert vendor & transportation services from their recommended list and most of the rest had all worked their in the past, so they were very familiar with the venue and able to give us the best advice on how to create the event we wanted. Planning a wedding is not easy and was often quite stressful, especially as the threat of rain became very likely and we had to make last minute adjustments and still try to keep as close to our vision as possible. Thankfully from the moment we walked into the Redwood Room to start our photo session and saw how breathtaking the space already looked, there was such a huge sense of relief for me knowing my wife and I could relax and enjoy our celebration. Thank you Calamigos for giving our family, friends and especially my wife and I the most memorable night of our lives that we will cherish for the rest of our lives! read more

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Terrible food and terrible service! They claim to be exclusive but then back track when pointing out the obvious problems. Don't waste your time or money here! Everything is overpriced and not good! read more

Super cool vibe. Spent a fun day there with the kids. The pizzas were great as well read more

Beautiful place to do SO MANY THINGS! We shot a commercial today for a popular cellphone, I signed an NDA so I can't say anything about it ‍. BUT, this HUGE Property with so many sections was stunning. I can only imagine at night when everything is lit up. They have small chandeliers throughout the trees, so lovely. read more

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SELLING OUR CREDIT We are selling our credit for a Calamigos ranch wedding at a loss. We had our wedding scheduled for June 2020, so being the peak Covid season for obvious reasons we could not have the wedding. Calamigos refuses to refund us the money we paid but is willing to allow us to transfer the credit. If you are planning a wedding at Calamigos, please let me know so we can coordinate and transfer our credit to you at a loss to us. read more

Mother of the bride here. And wedding still 6 months away but we have so appreciated the responsiveness and support of McKenzie Haisley and Brittany Fera. They have SO much experience and are sensitive to our budget, style and so easy to work with. Not to mention the exquisite venue, great food by Chef Rosie and killer Katie Cocktails! read more

The owner, Garrett Gerson, reached out to me and was friendly, patient in listening to all my concerns and proactive in ensuring that all issues were attended to. Within just a few months, the rooms at Calamigos Ranch were upgraded and renovated. Since my old review was specifically pointing out the The Birchwood Room, I will focus on this room only. It looks amazing after the remodeling. They extended the bridal suite and added a bathroom. They repainted the walls, pulled out the dated carpet to implement new hardwood floors, put in new windows and upgraded all the old furniture to clean and modern pieces. It felt bigger, airy, brighter, functional and had character. I was very impressed with this upgrade. The owner also had the groomsmen suite completely renovated by replacing all the old furniture. They took down a wall to create an "open concept" space to the new bathroom. They now have a beautiful black marble vanity with beautiful light fixtures. The toilet was replaced and they removed the urinal. Thank goodness. They added new bathroom doors with sleek black handles. They redesigned the layout and upgraded to a new checkered floor and redid the walls to a wood finish that gives the groomsmen suite and bathroom personality. I am highly impressed. I wish they didn't take out the bar window and replaced it with the door. I liked the idea of easy access to the bartender. The new door is a stark white compared to the muted cream/taupe paneled walls so it doesn't match too well. However, this is minor and it might just be my taste. This doesn't take away from everything else that was done impeccably well. Thank you, Garrett, for being open to listening to the public's concerns and taking immediate action to remedy all the issues. To me, that is true professionalism and great leadership. read more

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Five stars for Kyung and her team. Kyung is not only sweet and generous with her time but thoughtful and attentive. She would periodically check in with us while we were prepping for our wedding. It can be stressful and overwhelming. Kyung was always a phone call away and sweet as can be. Besides Kyung, Cate was also extremely helpful and knowledgeable. Really happy with her team. Our wedding was perfect! Can't thank you enough!! read more

Calamigos Ranch Events - After "I do" at Birchwood Room, Calamigos Ranch. - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Malibu, California

We recently coordinated a wedding at Calamigos Ranch, and the venue is just gorgeous. Andrew, the site coordinator, was nice and friendly, making the planning process smooth. Maxcine, the banquet captain, was very flexible and on top of everything. All the day-of staff, from the bar to the setup team, were very nice and helpful. As wedding planners, we thoroughly enjoyed working with them and look forward to future events at Calamigos Ranch! read more

Invited to Calamigos Ranch for a Business Family Day event. My family and I had the best time! Let me start by saying Calamigos Ranch is more of a venue. The experience comes from whoever us hosting. Our host worked worked with Calamigos Ranch planners and their vendors to make it all happen. Calamigos restaurant catered the food, BBQ style and open bar. Vendors includes: Fruit truck, cotton candy machine, ice cream, jumpers, water slides, soccer, tug o war, petting zoo, bingo, pool, horse shoes, boats, facing painting, comic drawing, tattoos, and more. The Calamigos staff from parking, walking through and during the event were very helpful! Honestly, we had the best time! I would love to host some kind of event there. Highly recommend also trying their cafe "Malibu Cafe", it is open to the public. It is a very great place to eat, hang out and have a few drinks. FOOD is delish! read more

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