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  • 2024
  • 2020

Surf Hotel & Chateau

From 20 to 300 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Get Ready Rooms

Why couples loved this venue

  • Unique aesthetic style
  • Quality catering
  • Guests comfort
  • Amenities
Kayleigh
Kathryn
Callan
Audrey
Evelyn

Recommended by 92% of couples

About this venue

Inspired by the understated elegance of European hotels and the spectacular natural beauty of our home in the Rocky Mountains, Surf Hotel's unique perspective and location offer guests a sense of luxury without pretension. Constructed in 2018, the elegant, timeless, and beautifully decorated Surf Hotel & Chateau offers endless stunning backdrops for your wedding day photography. No matter the style or format of your wedding, our hospitality begins in the planning process, as we help you curate your unique vision for a day (or several days) of mountain town elegance.

Facilities and Capacity

Beyond breathtaking views, stylish guest rooms, and the vibrant community just steps from our door, the brand-new Surf Hotel's amenities and services provide a number of unique options for your special celebration. From a charming ground-floor lobby bar to the Ivy Ballroom's spectacular outdoor courtyard and riverfront patio, our spaces were designed to adapt to a wide range of events. In addition to being a wedding venue - the Surf Hotel is also a concert venue, hosting top-name talent regularly. We know how to have fun here - and our specialty is non traditional weddings. The Ivy Ballroom can accommodate up to 150 guests for a seated dinner reception or 180 guests by utilizing the tented outdoor courtyard. 250 Guests can be accommodated with a full buyout of the hotel & restaurant.

Services & Location

Surf Hotel & Chateau's inclusive wedding packages make it easy for any couple to plan a destination wedding. Conveniently located in the quaint mountain town of Buena Vista, Colorado, a beautiful 2-hour drive from the Front Range, at the base of the Collegiate Peaks, on the banks of the Arkansas River—just far enough away from it all. Endless outdoor activities, natural hot springs, and 300 days of sunshine await you and your guests in one of Colorado's best-hidden mountain towns.

Ivy Ballroom Wedding Packages Include:

Outdoor ceremony in one of three outdoor locations (includes ceremony chairs, sound system, setup, and breakdown)

5 hours of staffed event time with exclusive use of the Ivy Ballroom, private courtyard, and riverfront patio

Event Specialist dedicated to assisting with day-of logistics, scheduling and menu planning

Tables, chairs, place settings

Linens - choice of black, white, or Ivory

Napkins & Overlays - in a variety of colors

All necessary wait & bar staff

Event setup and take-down.

A planning excursion for two

A discounted room block for your out-of-town guests

Subject to availability, the Hotel room of the Guest's choice for two nights (to be used as bridal preparation room)

Custom Uplighting

Sound System for a DJ

Cuisine

Surf Hotel & Chateau features farm-to-table catering from Wesley & Rose. Couples and their guests can dine on freshly baked bread, grass-fed Colorado beef, and locally sourced produce, all of which are handcrafted by a team of culinary professionals.

What You'll Love About Surf Hotel & Chateau

Couples loved the staff's helpfulness and professionalism. They also appreciated the outstanding service, beautiful setting, and delicious food. Check out the review section for more information.

Features

Just me

Experience

  • 11 years in business

  • We speak English

Links

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Weddings at this venue

Lauren & Alex's wedding
Lauren & Alex
92 photos
Zach & Cory's wedding
Zach & Cory
39 photos

FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$5,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$4,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$165

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine
Open Bar

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

20

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Hotel
Inn/B&B
Restaurant
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
Tents

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
November
December

Still have questions?

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Reviews of Surf Hotel & Chateau

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The Surf Hotel is highly praised as a dream wedding venue by multiple couples. Reviewers highlight the exceptional service provided by event coordinators like Melissa and Ashton, who ensured seamless planning and execution. The stunning setting with picturesque views, high-quality food, and accommodating staff, including Rebecca and Darien, are repeatedly commended. Guests appreciated staying at the hotel and enjoying the beautiful rooms, river-side options, and nearby outdoor activities. Overall, the Surf Hotel is described as a charming, unique, and unforgettable venue for weddings, offering a magical experience with top-notch service and amenities.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

The Surf Hotel is highly praised as a dream wedding venue by multiple couples. Reviewers highlight the exceptional service provided by event coordinators like Melissa and Ashton, who ensured seamless planning and execution. The stunning setting with picturesque views, high-quality food, and accommodating staff, including Rebecca and Darien, are repeatedly commended. Guests appreciated staying at the hotel and enjoying the beautiful rooms, river-side options, and nearby outdoor activities. Overall, the Surf Hotel is described as a charming, unique, and unforgettable venue for weddings, offering a magical experience with top-notch service and amenities.

Weddingwire
4.6/5 30 reviews
Google
4.6/5 824 reviews
M
Meghan Sent on 12/04/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing experience!

We are so glad we chose The Surf as our wedding venue. The entire process was streamlined and easy. The team at the Surf was responsive and helpful. They made our wedding day an unforgettable one! It’s a beautiful venue and was convenient for our guests. Highly recommend!
Kayleigh
Kayleigh Sent on 12/16/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible and wonderful venue

We absolutely adored having our wedding at this venue. It was stunningly gorgeous in mid August and we had perfect weather. We chose this venue for the location, incredible food, and beauty. This venue checked all of our boxes. The team at the Surf are pro's when it comes to weddings. Everything ran extremely smoothly for us. Thank you so much to the team at the Surf Hotel!
Kathryn
Kathryn Sent on 11/24/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Outstanding

We had our fall wedding at the Surf Hotel a few weeks ago, and we can’t thank them enough for everything they did to make it amazing! We had the pleasure of working primarily with Rebecca who was outstanding—she was flexible, responsive to our (many!) emails, and so creative in helping us bring our vision to life. She was organized and worked seamlessly with all our vendors, which made the day run smoothly. Each of our vendors commented on how grateful they were to work at the Surf and a few said it was their favorite venue to work at!

The staff at the Surf Hotel was beyond accommodating, especially the front desk (especially Darien!)—they were so helpful the entire time. Dinner service was incredible, and our guests couldn’t stop talking about how great the food was. Everyone was blown away by how gorgeous the venue and the whole town are! Guests who stayed at the hotel absolutely loved the beautiful rooms and kept telling us how much they enjoyed their stay.

If we could do it all over again, we would choose the Surf Hotel every single time. It was everything we hoped for and more—truly the best day ever. Thank you, Rebecca and the whole Surf Hotel team, for making it so unforgettable!
Callan
Callan Sent on 10/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect mountain wedding destination!

We just got married at the Surf Hotel and Chateau and could not be happier! Most our guests stayed in the hotel and surrounding houses, and it was so fun having everyone stay together! We took advantage of the trails right out the front door, jumped in the river with everyone, and loved hanging out on the lawn right outside! When it came to the wedding, everything was beautiful and dialed. With the surf it feels like you have a second wedding planner, making sure everything is just perfect. We even had multiple guests come up to say that the food was the best that they had ever had at a wedding. 10/10 would get married at the surf again!
Audrey
Audrey Sent on 03/27/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Incredible Team and Venue

Our wedding at the Surf Hotel was an absolute dream come true, thanks to their incredible team. From the moment we chose the venue, they went above and beyond to make our day truly special.

Ashton, our main point of contact, was a joy to work with. She listened to our vision and worked tirelessly to ensure every detail was perfect. Her professionalism and attention to detail eased so much of the stress that comes with wedding planning.

The venue itself is stunning and unique, providing the perfect backdrop for our cozy wedding. The lighting and sound system were top-notch, creating the perfect ambiance for our celebration. The food was delicious, and our guests raved about it.

On the day of the wedding, the Surf Hotel team handled everything with ease. Any issues that arose were quickly and efficiently resolved, allowing us to relax and enjoy every moment of our special day.

I cannot recommend the Surf Hotel enough. If you're looking for a beautiful venue with an amazing team that truly cares about making your day perfect, look no further than the Surf Hotel. Thank you to the entire team for making our wedding day unforgettable.
L
Lauren Sent on 02/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding of our dreams!

We are beyond grateful to have found the Surf Hotel. They helped us host the wedding of our dreams! The Chateau Courtyard was such an intimate and special setting for the ceremony, and our reception was the party of a lifetime - great atmosphere, great food and drink, and great service. I HIGHLY recommend hiring a band - music is this venue's specialty. And I also HIGHLY recommend using Surf's recommended vendors - they did not steer us wrong. Ashton (our coordinator) was a dream to work with, always on our side, and so responsive. They are true professionals and really offer an amazing wedding experience! We did have some challenges with the room bookings in the beginning (completely separate from the wedding side of the business) so I recommend being very clear about your room booking needs from the beginning, blocking your rooms before they open to the public, and having a close friend or family member test out the reservation system before communicating to your guests. But once we got through that it was smooth sailing. We will recommend Surf Hotel without hesitation to everyone!
L
Lauren Sent on 12/03/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Wedding at The Surf!

We had our DREAM wedding at The Surf Hotel! The location is so beautiful, and the venue is so lovely. My wife and I felt comfortable with the staff from the very beginning, and the communications throughout the planning process was great. They even recommended a local florist and baker when we were struggling to find someone - both worked out great! Our friends and family were blown away, and it was such a special weekend. And there is so much to do in Buena Vista, we had a lot of fun showing our friends and family around! Highly recommend!!
Evelyn
Emily Sent on 11/29/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Stunning Environment to get Married

The Surf Hotel and Chateau did a phenomenal job of bringing to life my Wife and I's vision for our wedding day. The aesthetic of the entire property is unbelievably gorgeous and did a lot of the hard work for us because we simply didn't need much in the way of décor since this place is already so beautiful as is. The service and professionalism all around makes this place easy to commit to for a great venue location!
J
Julia Sent on 11/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Spectacular Venue

Our wedding at the Surf Hotel & Chateau exceeded our expectations in every way. When we were selecting a venue, the choice was abundantly clear that the Surf Hotel & Chateau was the clear winner for so many reasons. One thing we really loved about the venue is there are two separate location options (the main hotel and/or the Chateau) for both lodging and the ceremony. The natural beauty of the location by the river, combined with the gorgeous design (interior and exterior) of the property make for magical memories and gorgeous photos. The food and beverage options are exceptional. The event coordinators are amazing and the quality of service everywhere else on the property simply cannot be beat! We could not be happier with our decision to celebrate our wedding at this marvelous venue.
S
Sierra Sent on 10/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection

We chose the Surf for our wedding because during the pandemic, my then boyfriend had moved me to Keystone, and my parents had moved to Buena Vista. We would visit the Surf for dinners and celebrations. And when it came time to decide where we wanted to get married, the Surf was the obvious choice. Not only in the location and environment magical, but the the entire staff is amazing, the food is incredible and accommodating, and the whole experience is top notch for all the guests. We had so many people tell us it was the best wedding experience they've ever had and the town is so perfect it seems fake! The location is great too because once people are there, they can walk to hiking, great food and drink spots, and everything is easy and accessible. We highly recommend the Surf to anyone wanting to get married in the mountains and who wants their guests to have the best possible experience. The best part is that we get to come back and experience it (opposed to a hard to reach destination). We have no regrets and feel like the whole wedding was absolute perfection.
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Surf Hotel & Chateau frequently asked questions

Surf Hotel & Chateau includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Surf Hotel & Chateau includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Surf Hotel & Chateau includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
The space offered by Surf Hotel & Chateau for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Hotel
  • Inn/B&B
  • Restaurant
  • Waterfront
Surf Hotel & Chateau offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Surf Hotel & Chateau offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Surf Hotel & Chateau offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Surf Hotel & Chateau offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
Surf Hotel & Chateau is recommended by 92% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.6 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.6 in quality of service, 4.6 in professionalism, 4.6 in value, 4.5 in average response time and 4.5 in flexibility.
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