Alta's Rustler Lodge

We had our wedding weekend at the Rustler Lodge at Alta, and it was everything we could have hoped for and more. From the moment we arrived, the whole team made us and our guests feel completely taken care of — genuinely warm, attentive, and just wonderful to be around all weekend. Every staff member we interacted with made the weekend feel less like an event we were hosting and more like we were surrounded by friends.
One of the best parts was having both the ceremony space and reception space on site, with incredible food for both the welcome dinner and the wedding reception. Even better, all of our guests could stay on property for the whole weekend, so it felt like a giant getaway with everyone we love, all in one place. The venue was able to make a custom signature cocktail from a recipe we gave them, and put together a welcome sheet for our guests with nearby activities, which made it so easy for people to make the most of the weekend beyond just the wedding day itself.
Getting ready was just as special. We had a beautiful, spacious bridal suite, plus a separate room for the groom to get ready in, so both sides had their own space to soak in the morning.
Lastly, the setting itself is unbeatable — there's nothing quite like getting married in the mountains at Alta, and our guests are still talking about how special the whole weekend felt. We can't recommend Rustler enough for anyone considering a mountain wedding. We already can't wait to find an excuse to come back.

The Rustler Lodge is exactly what I wanted for a venue. We were looking to have our wedding in the mountains and the view is spectacular. The staff at Rustler are incredible, they are so flexible. I could email, call or text them with questions or requests and they were always available. The best part is renting out the whole weekend and having it all to yourselves and your party, thats the most unique thing about this place. While staying there, the staff are extremely accommodating and just let you do your own thing. They cleaned our bridal suite during the wedding so we came back to a clean room. The view from the bridal suite is amazing with a huge balcony. We just hung out at the pool and hot tub til late and had so much fun. I can't say enough good things about this place. I seriously didn't want to leave. I definitely will be back to stay in the winter!

Where do I begin? Everything was literally perfect.
- The staff was accommodating, kind, insanely helpful, and they worked hard and fast to make sure everything got done in time. They were also very fun to chat with, and were always a good vibe.
- The facility was very clean and kept in great condition. There were also lots of fun things to find in the hotel, such as an arcade room and game room on the 7th floor.
- Having the entire hotel for your party for the weekend was definitely the move. We had the pool to ourselves and all of the facility amenities.
- The views were nuts. I mean, obviously, we were in Little Cottonwood Canyon, but having high rustler in the background is next level
- The spa was very nice, the pool and hot tubs were perfect, the food tasted great, there was shuttle service to Oktoberfest at Snowbird, the lawns and yards were manicured well, I could go on and on.

Bottom line: Book it. It’s worth it.

The Rustler Team went above and beyond in making our wedding day exactly what we envisioned. Having all our guests stay at the Rustler Lodge our entire wedding weekend was amazing and let us have multiple opportunities to chat with all of our guests. All of the Rustler staff was so friendly and extremely accommodating to us during all parts of the weekend. The ceremony lawn and cocktail space was absolutely stunning with the views of Alta in the background. The reception space was intimate and beautifully rustic and we couldn't have asked for a more perfect wedding :)

Getting married at The Rustler was truly a dream. We rented the entire lodge for the weekend, which gave us time to really connect with our loved ones in a place that means so much to us.
The staff was incredible—so welcoming, attentive, and truly made us feel at home. Planning was seamless, and the entire weekend felt effortless. From a late-night pool party to cozy moments in the one-of-a-kind après ski bar, every space felt fun, warm, and full of character.
Alta in the summer was stunning. With the natural beauty of the mountains, we hardly needed any decorations beyond flowers—it was already perfect.

Our wedding day was completely stress-free and full of joy. We’ll never forget it, and we’ll always be grateful to The Rustler for giving us the most meaningful weekend of our lives! We highly recommend this venue, and couldn’t imagine a better day.

The Rustler crew and Wedding Coordinator are top notch!
No details were missed!
As a destination wedding venue, it was relaxing and provided an array of activities for the guests. Accommodations, food and staff were approachable at all times and friendly.
Pricing is transparent, allowing you to decide if it works for your budget.
Our experience exceeded our expectations.

Wedding weekend could not have been more perfect. Attentive staff, beautiful, clean and large rooms, beautiful inside and outside wedding venue, with guests making great use of the pool and hiking in surrounding area. Appetizers were even better than dinner - be sure to order the extraordinarily large charcuterie board and the ahi tuna. Breakfast was delectable, with delectable blueberry pancakes. Wedding liaison Molly Arnold was so easy and flexible to work with both months before as well as during the wedding weekend, and Manager Tom Pollard assured the staff was on top of everything. You only get married once - and this is the once-in-a-lifetime place for your dream wedding!