Cuyama Buckhorn
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About this property
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a sauna. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a picnic area.
Amenities
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a sauna. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a picnic area.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 21 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Location
When you stay at Cuyama Buckhorn in New Cuyama, you'll be in a national park, you'll be a short 14-minute drive from Los Padres National Forest. This hotel is 30 mi (48.3 km) from West Kern Oil Museum and 30.5 mi (49.1 km) from Taft City Park.
What's nearby
Los Padres National Forest(3.7 miles)
West Kern Oil Museum(30 miles)
Taft City Park(30.5 miles)
Soda Lake(30.9 miles)
Taft Chamber of Commerce(31 miles)
Taft College(31.6 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Service
Housekeeping
Location
4923 Primero Street, New Cuyama, California, United States of America
Los Padres National Forest (3.7 miles)
West Kern Oil Museum (30 miles)
Taft City Park (30.5 miles)
Soda Lake (30.9 miles)
Taft Chamber of Commerce (31 miles)
Taft College (31.6 miles)
Room options
8
Deluxe King Patio
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomPatio
1
Classic Queen
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomPatio
7
Deluxe Queen Patio
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomPatio
1
Deluxe Double Patio
Room details
2 Full Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomPatio
1
Classic Queen Patio
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomPatio
3
Classic King
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomPatio
7
Deluxe King Suite Patio
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living RoomPatio
Guest reviews of Cuyama Buckhorn
9.6
Exceptional
Based on 138 verified reviews
What guests think
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Travellers describe Cuyama Buckhorn as a thoughtfully renovated, quiet retreat in a remote location, with friendly staff, comfortable rooms, and well-kept grounds featuring a pool, hot tub, sauna, fire pits, and on-site restaurant and bar.
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Travellers describe Cuyama Buckhorn as a thoughtfully renovated, quiet retreat in a remote location, with friendly staff, comfortable rooms, and well-kept grounds featuring a pool, hot tub, sauna, fire pits, and on-site restaurant and bar.
Many appreciate the stylish decor and overall cleanliness, plus little touches like s’mores kits and games. The restaurant and bar are frequently praised, though special event meals and a limited menu drew criticism, and some guests found prices and added fees high. A few note patchy Wi‑Fi, occasional service lapses, and limited early-morning options; the location suits unplugging but leaves few alternatives nearby. Expect a relaxing, low-key stay focused on simple comforts and onsite amenities.
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Facilities
Well-equipped grounds with a pool, hot tub, sauna, fire pits, bocce and other games, plus an on-site restaurant and bar. EV charging is available.
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10
Mark
Jun 30, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed here on business (we work in agriculture). This place was an oasis in the midst of not much else. Updated old resort was done very well. Great pool, bocce, corn hole and janga for fun. Fire pits and they gave us a s’more kit in our room. The rooms were quite nice and comfortable. The place was quiet during the week with mostly couples staying there. The restaurant closes early, but we had an early dinner and dessert was the s’mores. Highly recommend this place.
We stayed here on business (we work in agriculture). This place was an oasis in the midst of not much else. Updated old resort was done very well. Great pool, bocce, corn hole and janga for fun. Fire pits and they gave us a s’more kit in our room. The rooms were quite nice and comfortable. The place was quiet during the week with mostly couples staying there. The restaurant closes early, but we had an early dinner and dessert was the s’mores. Highly recommend this place.
10
gerald
Jan 25, 2023
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If you have the chance, make the trip out into Central CA and take in the old world charm of the Cuyama Buckhorn. It has been lovingly cared for and updated over the past few years to keep the original bones and adding in modern amenities. Now don't think that you will have everything that you'd expect in a Vegas or high density city hotel, but you are getting away from that right? The staff is what makes this place so wonderful. Sam the bartender is wildly knowledgeable of the area, hikes and drinks. He is adept at flowing from table to table and keeping the flow moving and he's rather inventive with his drinks. He painstakingly has created and tested ways to use local fruits and flavors to create drinks you really just can't get in other places and you will taste the valley. The restaurant also leverages the local fare and it shines. The eggs make you stop and wonder if you've ever really had eggs before and the same holds true for the other offerings. The rooms retain the charm you'd expect but have been updated with get fixtures and bits of flair that makes you feel welcome. There's a cute sauna, a heated pool and a hot tub that is large enough to hold 10. There are also bocce ball courts, a pool table amongst other things but really you will spend a great deal of your time exploring the area and will love the wide open sky and the stars that really just aren't visible in the cities.
If you have the chance, make the trip out into Central CA and take in the old world charm of the Cuyama Buckhorn. It has been lovingly cared for and updated over the past few years to keep the original bones and adding in modern amenities. Now don't think that you will have everything that you'd expect in a Vegas or high density city hotel, but you are getting away from that right? The staff is what makes this place so wonderful. Sam the bartender is wildly knowledgeable of the area, hikes and drinks. He is adept at flowing from table to table and keeping the flow moving and he's rather inventive with his drinks. He painstakingly has created and tested ways to use local fruits and flavors to create drinks you really just can't get in other places and you will taste the valley. The restaurant also leverages the local fare and it shines. The eggs make you stop and wonder if you've ever really had eggs before and the same holds true for the other offerings. The rooms retain the charm you'd expect but have been updated with get fixtures and bits of flair that makes you feel welcome. There's a cute sauna, a heated pool and a hot tub that is large enough to hold 10. There are also bocce ball courts, a pool table amongst other things but really you will spend a great deal of your time exploring the area and will love the wide open sky and the stars that really just aren't visible in the cities.
10
Kyle
Aug 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I LOVED this place! Such a relaxing stay - everything was so quiet and clean, but still casual and fun. The bar was great, pool was great, room was great… can’t wait to come back!
I LOVED this place! Such a relaxing stay - everything was so quiet and clean, but still casual and fun. The bar was great, pool was great, room was great… can’t wait to come back!
10
Elizabeth
Oct 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful! Especially love the pool area, fire pits, and the bar! Rooms clean and great decor - a s’mores kit which was a great touch. We took part in the weekend guest chef chuck wagon meal event which was a bit of a dud…great music but food was cold and underwhelming. Should have enjoyed a meal at the on-site restaurant which is always a hit with local produce and lots of flare. Staff were excellent during every interaction. The owner introduced herself and provided a Prosecco toast for our table. If you want a getaway with great amenities, the Buckhorn does not disappoint!
Wonderful! Especially love the pool area, fire pits, and the bar! Rooms clean and great decor - a s’mores kit which was a great touch. We took part in the weekend guest chef chuck wagon meal event which was a bit of a dud…great music but food was cold and underwhelming. Should have enjoyed a meal at the on-site restaurant which is always a hit with local produce and lots of flare. Staff were excellent during every interaction. The owner introduced herself and provided a Prosecco toast for our table. If you want a getaway with great amenities, the Buckhorn does not disappoint!
10
rhett
Jun 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The buckhorn is an amazing spot to enjoy some quiet time and relax. The whole place is great and having the restaurant and bar on site make for a really low key stay. We always end up meeting great people and having a blast when we visit. It’s like a little piece of Palm Spring but with a western flair and without all of the heat. The food in the restaurant is absolutely top notch and so is the service. The rooms are well appointed and very clean. We will be back again and again. I would suggest it for anyone. Five stars
The buckhorn is an amazing spot to enjoy some quiet time and relax. The whole place is great and having the restaurant and bar on site make for a really low key stay. We always end up meeting great people and having a blast when we visit. It’s like a little piece of Palm Spring but with a western flair and without all of the heat. The food in the restaurant is absolutely top notch and so is the service. The rooms are well appointed and very clean. We will be back again and again. I would suggest it for anyone. Five stars
10
James
Feb 15, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
BEST PART IS NOT HAVING TO LEAVE THE PROPERTY FOR ANYTHING
BEST PART IS NOT HAVING TO LEAVE THE PROPERTY FOR ANYTHING
10
Sheri
Sep 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Love this place!! Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Room was very comfortable and clean. S’mores kit in the room to enjoy by the 2 fire pits. Pool, jacuzzi & sauna was very relaxing. And a bocce court was super fun. We will definitely be back!!
Love this place!! Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Room was very comfortable and clean. S’mores kit in the room to enjoy by the 2 fire pits. Pool, jacuzzi & sauna was very relaxing. And a bocce court was super fun. We will definitely be back!!
10
Ingrid
Nov 24, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
So much more than we had hoped for! The rooms were spacious and clean!! The grounds well maintained! But here is what was really cool!! They have s’mores fixing’s in the room, ready to be used in one of the fire pits on the grounds! Also, the restaurant is excellent with a wonderful bar! All in all, a bit of glam cowboy in the middle of rural California! And for those of you with electric cars, they have 3 charging stations, with 2 of them for Teslas!
So much more than we had hoped for! The rooms were spacious and clean!! The grounds well maintained! But here is what was really cool!! They have s’mores fixing’s in the room, ready to be used in one of the fire pits on the grounds! Also, the restaurant is excellent with a wonderful bar! All in all, a bit of glam cowboy in the middle of rural California! And for those of you with electric cars, they have 3 charging stations, with 2 of them for Teslas!
10
Celeste
Sep 18, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Cuyama is one of those towns in the Middle of Nowhere, Ca that is the perfect place to unplug and escape the hustle to experience slow living. The property is the only hotel, restaurant and bar in the town and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Can’t wait to go back 💖
Cuyama is one of those towns in the Middle of Nowhere, Ca that is the perfect place to unplug and escape the hustle to experience slow living. The property is the only hotel, restaurant and bar in the town and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Can’t wait to go back 💖
10
Julie
Apr 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
What a wonderful hotel. The room was very comfy with great shower and all the facilities needed. The grounds of the hotel are beautiful, with a fantastic pool, jacuzzi and sauna. The restaurant was excellent especially the service, such a lovely woman looked after us. An amazing place to stay
What a wonderful hotel. The room was very comfy with great shower and all the facilities needed. The grounds of the hotel are beautiful, with a fantastic pool, jacuzzi and sauna. The restaurant was excellent especially the service, such a lovely woman looked after us. An amazing place to stay
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently describe rooms and grounds as very clean and well kept.
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10
Susan
Aug 23, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Always the nicest stay. I am in the area for work every 3 months and would not stay anywhere else! Everyone there is wonderful, the place is spotless and extremely comfortable.
Always the nicest stay. I am in the area for work every 3 months and would not stay anywhere else! Everyone there is wonderful, the place is spotless and extremely comfortable.
10
Wendy
Oct 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very cute clean and overall great feel
Very cute clean and overall great feel
10
Scott
Jan 5, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Our room was adorable. Very nice touch with the smores kit and the fudge shaped boots candy's. Lovely property. I have two small issues. The first only working ev charge that works. We would not have driven that particular vehicle. Since you are literally in the middle of nowhere. At least 65 miles to your next EV charger. Another guest got there first and charge their vehicles for 24 hours. If you only have one charger maybe Express to share that one charger. We went there for cowboy New Year’s. The music was certainly not cowboy themed. We were not the only disappointed people. Maybe next time New Year’s party only don’t stipulate cowboy anything. It’s too bad because you do really have a nice facility. Our room was cozy. Bed was comfortable clean well kept.
Our room was adorable. Very nice touch with the smores kit and the fudge shaped boots candy's. Lovely property. I have two small issues. The first only working ev charge that works. We would not have driven that particular vehicle. Since you are literally in the middle of nowhere. At least 65 miles to your next EV charger. Another guest got there first and charge their vehicles for 24 hours. If you only have one charger maybe Express to share that one charger. We went there for cowboy New Year’s. The music was certainly not cowboy themed. We were not the only disappointed people. Maybe next time New Year’s party only don’t stipulate cowboy anything. It’s too bad because you do really have a nice facility. Our room was cozy. Bed was comfortable clean well kept.
10
Eric
Feb 21, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great place to stay, nice , clean and quiet. Was here for work, but planning on bringing girlfriend up for weekend. Great restaurant and bar, and reasonable prices. Only downside was nothing opened up til 8 AM, so if you want a good cup of coffee and get up early, bring your own.. Will definitely be back!!
Great place to stay, nice , clean and quiet. Was here for work, but planning on bringing girlfriend up for weekend. Great restaurant and bar, and reasonable prices. Only downside was nothing opened up til 8 AM, so if you want a good cup of coffee and get up early, bring your own.. Will definitely be back!!
10
Kyle
Aug 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I LOVED this place! Such a relaxing stay - everything was so quiet and clean, but still casual and fun. The bar was great, pool was great, room was great… can’t wait to come back!
I LOVED this place! Such a relaxing stay - everything was so quiet and clean, but still casual and fun. The bar was great, pool was great, room was great… can’t wait to come back!
10
rhett
Jun 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The buckhorn is an amazing spot to enjoy some quiet time and relax. The whole place is great and having the restaurant and bar on site make for a really low key stay. We always end up meeting great people and having a blast when we visit. It’s like a little piece of Palm Spring but with a western flair and without all of the heat. The food in the restaurant is absolutely top notch and so is the service. The rooms are well appointed and very clean. We will be back again and again. I would suggest it for anyone. Five stars
The buckhorn is an amazing spot to enjoy some quiet time and relax. The whole place is great and having the restaurant and bar on site make for a really low key stay. We always end up meeting great people and having a blast when we visit. It’s like a little piece of Palm Spring but with a western flair and without all of the heat. The food in the restaurant is absolutely top notch and so is the service. The rooms are well appointed and very clean. We will be back again and again. I would suggest it for anyone. Five stars
10
Sheri
Sep 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Love this place!! Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Room was very comfortable and clean. S’mores kit in the room to enjoy by the 2 fire pits. Pool, jacuzzi & sauna was very relaxing. And a bocce court was super fun. We will definitely be back!!
Love this place!! Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Room was very comfortable and clean. S’mores kit in the room to enjoy by the 2 fire pits. Pool, jacuzzi & sauna was very relaxing. And a bocce court was super fun. We will definitely be back!!
10
Ingrid
Nov 24, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
So much more than we had hoped for! The rooms were spacious and clean!! The grounds well maintained! But here is what was really cool!! They have s’mores fixing’s in the room, ready to be used in one of the fire pits on the grounds! Also, the restaurant is excellent with a wonderful bar! All in all, a bit of glam cowboy in the middle of rural California! And for those of you with electric cars, they have 3 charging stations, with 2 of them for Teslas!
So much more than we had hoped for! The rooms were spacious and clean!! The grounds well maintained! But here is what was really cool!! They have s’mores fixing’s in the room, ready to be used in one of the fire pits on the grounds! Also, the restaurant is excellent with a wonderful bar! All in all, a bit of glam cowboy in the middle of rural California! And for those of you with electric cars, they have 3 charging stations, with 2 of them for Teslas!
10
Julie
Apr 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
What a wonderful hotel. The room was very comfy with great shower and all the facilities needed. The grounds of the hotel are beautiful, with a fantastic pool, jacuzzi and sauna. The restaurant was excellent especially the service, such a lovely woman looked after us. An amazing place to stay
What a wonderful hotel. The room was very comfy with great shower and all the facilities needed. The grounds of the hotel are beautiful, with a fantastic pool, jacuzzi and sauna. The restaurant was excellent especially the service, such a lovely woman looked after us. An amazing place to stay
6
sunyoung
Apr 25, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was clean and nice. Queen size bed was small…it was more like double size. Restaurant offered decent food (we had three meals there) but one dish, Fish’n Chip was over fried…so was French fries that were served with. Dining room for dinner was uninviting and cold. Breakfast/lunch section was bright and nice but closed off for dinner. Why not open the nice section for guests…perplexing. Bar was nice but it was full. Excellent coffee(although it was the instant kind) was offered in the room but no cream. Their excuse was the supplier hadn’t delivered them yet. We stayed two nights. They should’ve supplied cream from the restaurant as there was a small refrigerator in the room. We chose this place for the proximity to Carrizo Plain. Will stay again? Less likely.
Room was clean and nice. Queen size bed was small…it was more like double size. Restaurant offered decent food (we had three meals there) but one dish, Fish’n Chip was over fried…so was French fries that were served with. Dining room for dinner was uninviting and cold. Breakfast/lunch section was bright and nice but closed off for dinner. Why not open the nice section for guests…perplexing. Bar was nice but it was full. Excellent coffee(although it was the instant kind) was offered in the room but no cream. Their excuse was the supplier hadn’t delivered them yet. We stayed two nights. They should’ve supplied cream from the restaurant as there was a small refrigerator in the room. We chose this place for the proximity to Carrizo Plain. Will stay again? Less likely.
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Rooms
Comfortable, well-decorated rooms; some are spacious and well appointed. A few guests mention unreliable Wi‑Fi and minor issues such as bed size/comfort, low water pressure, interior-facing windows, or a missing microwave.
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Kartik
Jun 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This is a unique property where you can really be in the middle of nowhere in a cute hotel with really nice staff. Enjoy the peace and quiet and stargazing for sure. The minuses were for the mediocre bed, no water pressure shower, and broken WiFi. I’m sure many won’t care about these but for the price they’re expected.
This is a unique property where you can really be in the middle of nowhere in a cute hotel with really nice staff. Enjoy the peace and quiet and stargazing for sure. The minuses were for the mediocre bed, no water pressure shower, and broken WiFi. I’m sure many won’t care about these but for the price they’re expected.
8
Arthur
Feb 16, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Really did have a very nice stay. The rooms are large and well laid out. They do lack a microwave. What really irked us was the “resort fee” of $ 25. The did give us credit towards food and beverages which we were spending anyway. Overall it was a nice oasis and we will return
Really did have a very nice stay. The rooms are large and well laid out. They do lack a microwave. What really irked us was the “resort fee” of $ 25. The did give us credit towards food and beverages which we were spending anyway. Overall it was a nice oasis and we will return
8
Carol
Apr 27, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
the property was lovely and a lot of thought was put into its renovation. The only problem was that we could not get onto the internet. An error message "wrong password" kept coming up, and the person we talked to kind of shrugged it off as poor reception. Which, I guess, was true and perhaps unpreventable, but her attitude was dismissive.
the property was lovely and a lot of thought was put into its renovation. The only problem was that we could not get onto the internet. An error message "wrong password" kept coming up, and the person we talked to kind of shrugged it off as poor reception. Which, I guess, was true and perhaps unpreventable, but her attitude was dismissive.
8
Alfredo
Sep 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Loved the decoration of room and facility. Loved that they had games all around facility for kids to play and making your own s’more… excellent idea. 👍 Wish the price of room was not too high. ☹️
Loved the decoration of room and facility. Loved that they had games all around facility for kids to play and making your own s’more… excellent idea. 👍 Wish the price of room was not too high. ☹️
10
Kyle
Aug 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I LOVED this place! Such a relaxing stay - everything was so quiet and clean, but still casual and fun. The bar was great, pool was great, room was great… can’t wait to come back!
I LOVED this place! Such a relaxing stay - everything was so quiet and clean, but still casual and fun. The bar was great, pool was great, room was great… can’t wait to come back!
10
rhett
Jun 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The buckhorn is an amazing spot to enjoy some quiet time and relax. The whole place is great and having the restaurant and bar on site make for a really low key stay. We always end up meeting great people and having a blast when we visit. It’s like a little piece of Palm Spring but with a western flair and without all of the heat. The food in the restaurant is absolutely top notch and so is the service. The rooms are well appointed and very clean. We will be back again and again. I would suggest it for anyone. Five stars
The buckhorn is an amazing spot to enjoy some quiet time and relax. The whole place is great and having the restaurant and bar on site make for a really low key stay. We always end up meeting great people and having a blast when we visit. It’s like a little piece of Palm Spring but with a western flair and without all of the heat. The food in the restaurant is absolutely top notch and so is the service. The rooms are well appointed and very clean. We will be back again and again. I would suggest it for anyone. Five stars
8
Ariadna
Oct 13, 2023
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The property itself is amazing, all the finishes of this hotel are beautiful and it’s extremely comfortable. I gave 4 stars because of the restaurant, the food selection and taste was ok. It’s a limited menu and it’s the same for lunch and dinner. Taking into consideration that there is not much to eat in this area, you have all your meals here so you end up with the same small menu and it wasn’t great. Also, we stayed for the BBQ experience on Saturday and it’s nice but the bbq meat is served really cold so we ended up taking it to go because it wasn’t enjoyable at all. Maybe a warming tray like the ones at the catering service would work fine. We didn’t enjoy this food at all. Sorry and it’s too bad because the ambiance and music was great but sometimes a bad meal can ruin your experience.
The property itself is amazing, all the finishes of this hotel are beautiful and it’s extremely comfortable. I gave 4 stars because of the restaurant, the food selection and taste was ok. It’s a limited menu and it’s the same for lunch and dinner. Taking into consideration that there is not much to eat in this area, you have all your meals here so you end up with the same small menu and it wasn’t great. Also, we stayed for the BBQ experience on Saturday and it’s nice but the bbq meat is served really cold so we ended up taking it to go because it wasn’t enjoyable at all. Maybe a warming tray like the ones at the catering service would work fine. We didn’t enjoy this food at all. Sorry and it’s too bad because the ambiance and music was great but sometimes a bad meal can ruin your experience.
10
Ingrid
Nov 24, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
So much more than we had hoped for! The rooms were spacious and clean!! The grounds well maintained! But here is what was really cool!! They have s’mores fixing’s in the room, ready to be used in one of the fire pits on the grounds! Also, the restaurant is excellent with a wonderful bar! All in all, a bit of glam cowboy in the middle of rural California! And for those of you with electric cars, they have 3 charging stations, with 2 of them for Teslas!
So much more than we had hoped for! The rooms were spacious and clean!! The grounds well maintained! But here is what was really cool!! They have s’mores fixing’s in the room, ready to be used in one of the fire pits on the grounds! Also, the restaurant is excellent with a wonderful bar! All in all, a bit of glam cowboy in the middle of rural California! And for those of you with electric cars, they have 3 charging stations, with 2 of them for Teslas!
10
Joseph A
May 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful job of renovation, but would have appreciated windows that look out at the beautiful empty landscape rather than the interior of the motel and windows that could be opened at night. Food at restaurant was excellent; salad especially exceptional. Friendly staff.
Wonderful job of renovation, but would have appreciated windows that look out at the beautiful empty landscape rather than the interior of the motel and windows that could be opened at night. Food at restaurant was excellent; salad especially exceptional. Friendly staff.
6
sunyoung
Apr 25, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was clean and nice. Queen size bed was small…it was more like double size. Restaurant offered decent food (we had three meals there) but one dish, Fish’n Chip was over fried…so was French fries that were served with. Dining room for dinner was uninviting and cold. Breakfast/lunch section was bright and nice but closed off for dinner. Why not open the nice section for guests…perplexing. Bar was nice but it was full. Excellent coffee(although it was the instant kind) was offered in the room but no cream. Their excuse was the supplier hadn’t delivered them yet. We stayed two nights. They should’ve supplied cream from the restaurant as there was a small refrigerator in the room. We chose this place for the proximity to Carrizo Plain. Will stay again? Less likely.
Room was clean and nice. Queen size bed was small…it was more like double size. Restaurant offered decent food (we had three meals there) but one dish, Fish’n Chip was over fried…so was French fries that were served with. Dining room for dinner was uninviting and cold. Breakfast/lunch section was bright and nice but closed off for dinner. Why not open the nice section for guests…perplexing. Bar was nice but it was full. Excellent coffee(although it was the instant kind) was offered in the room but no cream. Their excuse was the supplier hadn’t delivered them yet. We stayed two nights. They should’ve supplied cream from the restaurant as there was a small refrigerator in the room. We chose this place for the proximity to Carrizo Plain. Will stay again? Less likely.
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Service
Staff are widely described as friendly, welcoming and helpful, with standout service at the bar and restaurant. Occasional complaints cite rudeness, understaffing, inconsistent answers, or slow responses.
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Yamilet
Mar 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a super cute hotel. It's a really nice get away. Not much to do so this is more of a quiet getaway. The problem is the extra fee not listed anywhere. Through Hotels.com I was charged for room, tax, resort fee, local tax. When I checked out, I was told they would check the room for damages and if anything was taken from the minibar. A bill would then get sent out later. The bill came higher due to a Processing Fee and additional STax. I called to clarify this and no answer. Left messages no reply. Hotels.com also tried calling them and no answer. What a horrible way to run a business. Also, Hotels.com didn't do anything to remedy this. Both fails for me.
This is a super cute hotel. It's a really nice get away. Not much to do so this is more of a quiet getaway. The problem is the extra fee not listed anywhere. Through Hotels.com I was charged for room, tax, resort fee, local tax. When I checked out, I was told they would check the room for damages and if anything was taken from the minibar. A bill would then get sent out later. The bill came higher due to a Processing Fee and additional STax. I called to clarify this and no answer. Left messages no reply. Hotels.com also tried calling them and no answer. What a horrible way to run a business. Also, Hotels.com didn't do anything to remedy this. Both fails for me.
10
Simone
May 15, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
My husband and I renewed our vows here last wknd and have not stop smiling since we’ve been home. So much of that was because of the exceptional level of service at this hotel, the staff were all so friendly and helpful especially Paul the manager and Audra who coordinated the event. The food quality was delicious and we are pretty fussy eaters, the setting and the sunsets were also gorgeous. It is in the middle of nowhere, just 2 hrs from LA and we loved that. I'm sure we will come back soon!
My husband and I renewed our vows here last wknd and have not stop smiling since we’ve been home. So much of that was because of the exceptional level of service at this hotel, the staff were all so friendly and helpful especially Paul the manager and Audra who coordinated the event. The food quality was delicious and we are pretty fussy eaters, the setting and the sunsets were also gorgeous. It is in the middle of nowhere, just 2 hrs from LA and we loved that. I'm sure we will come back soon!
8
Carol
Apr 27, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
the property was lovely and a lot of thought was put into its renovation. The only problem was that we could not get onto the internet. An error message "wrong password" kept coming up, and the person we talked to kind of shrugged it off as poor reception. Which, I guess, was true and perhaps unpreventable, but her attitude was dismissive.
the property was lovely and a lot of thought was put into its renovation. The only problem was that we could not get onto the internet. An error message "wrong password" kept coming up, and the person we talked to kind of shrugged it off as poor reception. Which, I guess, was true and perhaps unpreventable, but her attitude was dismissive.
10
gerald
Jan 25, 2023
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If you have the chance, make the trip out into Central CA and take in the old world charm of the Cuyama Buckhorn. It has been lovingly cared for and updated over the past few years to keep the original bones and adding in modern amenities. Now don't think that you will have everything that you'd expect in a Vegas or high density city hotel, but you are getting away from that right? The staff is what makes this place so wonderful. Sam the bartender is wildly knowledgeable of the area, hikes and drinks. He is adept at flowing from table to table and keeping the flow moving and he's rather inventive with his drinks. He painstakingly has created and tested ways to use local fruits and flavors to create drinks you really just can't get in other places and you will taste the valley. The restaurant also leverages the local fare and it shines. The eggs make you stop and wonder if you've ever really had eggs before and the same holds true for the other offerings. The rooms retain the charm you'd expect but have been updated with get fixtures and bits of flair that makes you feel welcome. There's a cute sauna, a heated pool and a hot tub that is large enough to hold 10. There are also bocce ball courts, a pool table amongst other things but really you will spend a great deal of your time exploring the area and will love the wide open sky and the stars that really just aren't visible in the cities.
If you have the chance, make the trip out into Central CA and take in the old world charm of the Cuyama Buckhorn. It has been lovingly cared for and updated over the past few years to keep the original bones and adding in modern amenities. Now don't think that you will have everything that you'd expect in a Vegas or high density city hotel, but you are getting away from that right? The staff is what makes this place so wonderful. Sam the bartender is wildly knowledgeable of the area, hikes and drinks. He is adept at flowing from table to table and keeping the flow moving and he's rather inventive with his drinks. He painstakingly has created and tested ways to use local fruits and flavors to create drinks you really just can't get in other places and you will taste the valley. The restaurant also leverages the local fare and it shines. The eggs make you stop and wonder if you've ever really had eggs before and the same holds true for the other offerings. The rooms retain the charm you'd expect but have been updated with get fixtures and bits of flair that makes you feel welcome. There's a cute sauna, a heated pool and a hot tub that is large enough to hold 10. There are also bocce ball courts, a pool table amongst other things but really you will spend a great deal of your time exploring the area and will love the wide open sky and the stars that really just aren't visible in the cities.
10
rhett
Jun 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The buckhorn is an amazing spot to enjoy some quiet time and relax. The whole place is great and having the restaurant and bar on site make for a really low key stay. We always end up meeting great people and having a blast when we visit. It’s like a little piece of Palm Spring but with a western flair and without all of the heat. The food in the restaurant is absolutely top notch and so is the service. The rooms are well appointed and very clean. We will be back again and again. I would suggest it for anyone. Five stars
The buckhorn is an amazing spot to enjoy some quiet time and relax. The whole place is great and having the restaurant and bar on site make for a really low key stay. We always end up meeting great people and having a blast when we visit. It’s like a little piece of Palm Spring but with a western flair and without all of the heat. The food in the restaurant is absolutely top notch and so is the service. The rooms are well appointed and very clean. We will be back again and again. I would suggest it for anyone. Five stars
10
Edith
Sep 4, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great staff very relaxing
Great staff very relaxing
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Allison
Nov 21, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Great hotel, very clean and lots of things to do on site. Restaurant food was decent but nothing special. Bar has great ambiance and town regulars are in the mix adding to the charm. Staff seemed like they did not know what they were doing and I got different answers from different people. There was rarely anyone staffing the lobby which seemed to aggravate a few guests with questions about their bills trying to check out before 11am.
Great hotel, very clean and lots of things to do on site. Restaurant food was decent but nothing special. Bar has great ambiance and town regulars are in the mix adding to the charm. Staff seemed like they did not know what they were doing and I got different answers from different people. There was rarely anyone staffing the lobby which seemed to aggravate a few guests with questions about their bills trying to check out before 11am.
10
Julie
Apr 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
What a wonderful hotel. The room was very comfy with great shower and all the facilities needed. The grounds of the hotel are beautiful, with a fantastic pool, jacuzzi and sauna. The restaurant was excellent especially the service, such a lovely woman looked after us. An amazing place to stay
What a wonderful hotel. The room was very comfy with great shower and all the facilities needed. The grounds of the hotel are beautiful, with a fantastic pool, jacuzzi and sauna. The restaurant was excellent especially the service, such a lovely woman looked after us. An amazing place to stay
10
Genevieve
Jul 18, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved our 2 night stay at Cuyama Buckhorn. It truly is a hidden hideaway in the middle of nowhere. Perfect place to unwind and relax, just a couple hours from LA. The staff was friendly, Sasha was very helpful at checking us in and our waitress Megan at the restaurant was patient and knowledgeable with us on all the vegan options available. We hope to be back again soon!
We loved our 2 night stay at Cuyama Buckhorn. It truly is a hidden hideaway in the middle of nowhere. Perfect place to unwind and relax, just a couple hours from LA. The staff was friendly, Sasha was very helpful at checking us in and our waitress Megan at the restaurant was patient and knowledgeable with us on all the vegan options available. We hope to be back again soon!
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Jeffrey
Mar 28, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Overpriced and understaffed. Dinners a disaster as food comes in shifts so half the party finished before others received their meals. Would have been happier camping. Shame on Michelin.
Overpriced and understaffed. Dinners a disaster as food comes in shifts so half the party finished before others received their meals. Would have been happier camping. Shame on Michelin.
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Location
Remote, quiet setting near the Carrizo Plain, ideal for unplugging, stargazing and sunsets. Few alternatives are nearby, which many see as part of the appeal.
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Kartik
Jun 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This is a unique property where you can really be in the middle of nowhere in a cute hotel with really nice staff. Enjoy the peace and quiet and stargazing for sure. The minuses were for the mediocre bed, no water pressure shower, and broken WiFi. I’m sure many won’t care about these but for the price they’re expected.
This is a unique property where you can really be in the middle of nowhere in a cute hotel with really nice staff. Enjoy the peace and quiet and stargazing for sure. The minuses were for the mediocre bed, no water pressure shower, and broken WiFi. I’m sure many won’t care about these but for the price they’re expected.
10
Gustave
Aug 22, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Went for a friend's birthday! Staff was wonderful and the food was fantastic!!! A perfect gem in the middle of nowhere!!! A
Went for a friend's birthday! Staff was wonderful and the food was fantastic!!! A perfect gem in the middle of nowhere!!! A
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Simone
May 15, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
My husband and I renewed our vows here last wknd and have not stop smiling since we’ve been home. So much of that was because of the exceptional level of service at this hotel, the staff were all so friendly and helpful especially Paul the manager and Audra who coordinated the event. The food quality was delicious and we are pretty fussy eaters, the setting and the sunsets were also gorgeous. It is in the middle of nowhere, just 2 hrs from LA and we loved that. I'm sure we will come back soon!
My husband and I renewed our vows here last wknd and have not stop smiling since we’ve been home. So much of that was because of the exceptional level of service at this hotel, the staff were all so friendly and helpful especially Paul the manager and Audra who coordinated the event. The food quality was delicious and we are pretty fussy eaters, the setting and the sunsets were also gorgeous. It is in the middle of nowhere, just 2 hrs from LA and we loved that. I'm sure we will come back soon!
10
Scott
Jan 5, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Our room was adorable. Very nice touch with the smores kit and the fudge shaped boots candy's. Lovely property. I have two small issues. The first only working ev charge that works. We would not have driven that particular vehicle. Since you are literally in the middle of nowhere. At least 65 miles to your next EV charger. Another guest got there first and charge their vehicles for 24 hours. If you only have one charger maybe Express to share that one charger. We went there for cowboy New Year’s. The music was certainly not cowboy themed. We were not the only disappointed people. Maybe next time New Year’s party only don’t stipulate cowboy anything. It’s too bad because you do really have a nice facility. Our room was cozy. Bed was comfortable clean well kept.
Our room was adorable. Very nice touch with the smores kit and the fudge shaped boots candy's. Lovely property. I have two small issues. The first only working ev charge that works. We would not have driven that particular vehicle. Since you are literally in the middle of nowhere. At least 65 miles to your next EV charger. Another guest got there first and charge their vehicles for 24 hours. If you only have one charger maybe Express to share that one charger. We went there for cowboy New Year’s. The music was certainly not cowboy themed. We were not the only disappointed people. Maybe next time New Year’s party only don’t stipulate cowboy anything. It’s too bad because you do really have a nice facility. Our room was cozy. Bed was comfortable clean well kept.
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Tiffany
Jul 24, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great location with beautiful sunsets for an escape! Just make sure to look at your receipts and read everything cause they do have a lot of additional fees. Processing fees for every order/drink/hotel room (on top of resort fees/taxes) just be prepared for that. Even the mini bar had an additional one time fee. Everything is also priced like Los Angeles prices. I had two ice coffees that cost $18 dollars (not including tip) being from LA just wasnt expecting that out in Cuyama. Other than that cute hotel with a great pool and staff is lovely.
Great location with beautiful sunsets for an escape! Just make sure to look at your receipts and read everything cause they do have a lot of additional fees. Processing fees for every order/drink/hotel room (on top of resort fees/taxes) just be prepared for that. Even the mini bar had an additional one time fee. Everything is also priced like Los Angeles prices. I had two ice coffees that cost $18 dollars (not including tip) being from LA just wasnt expecting that out in Cuyama. Other than that cute hotel with a great pool and staff is lovely.
10
Mark
Jun 30, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed here on business (we work in agriculture). This place was an oasis in the midst of not much else. Updated old resort was done very well. Great pool, bocce, corn hole and janga for fun. Fire pits and they gave us a s’more kit in our room. The rooms were quite nice and comfortable. The place was quiet during the week with mostly couples staying there. The restaurant closes early, but we had an early dinner and dessert was the s’mores. Highly recommend this place.
We stayed here on business (we work in agriculture). This place was an oasis in the midst of not much else. Updated old resort was done very well. Great pool, bocce, corn hole and janga for fun. Fire pits and they gave us a s’more kit in our room. The rooms were quite nice and comfortable. The place was quiet during the week with mostly couples staying there. The restaurant closes early, but we had an early dinner and dessert was the s’mores. Highly recommend this place.
8
Robert
Apr 21, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great property and location fir visiting the Carizzo Plains.
Great property and location fir visiting the Carizzo Plains.
10
Celeste
Sep 18, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Cuyama is one of those towns in the Middle of Nowhere, Ca that is the perfect place to unplug and escape the hustle to experience slow living. The property is the only hotel, restaurant and bar in the town and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Can’t wait to go back 💖
Cuyama is one of those towns in the Middle of Nowhere, Ca that is the perfect place to unplug and escape the hustle to experience slow living. The property is the only hotel, restaurant and bar in the town and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Can’t wait to go back 💖
10
Genevieve
Jul 18, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved our 2 night stay at Cuyama Buckhorn. It truly is a hidden hideaway in the middle of nowhere. Perfect place to unwind and relax, just a couple hours from LA. The staff was friendly, Sasha was very helpful at checking us in and our waitress Megan at the restaurant was patient and knowledgeable with us on all the vegan options available. We hope to be back again soon!
We loved our 2 night stay at Cuyama Buckhorn. It truly is a hidden hideaway in the middle of nowhere. Perfect place to unwind and relax, just a couple hours from LA. The staff was friendly, Sasha was very helpful at checking us in and our waitress Megan at the restaurant was patient and knowledgeable with us on all the vegan options available. We hope to be back again soon!
10
Joseph
Aug 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A one night stay after exploring Carizzo plain. Gr8 little hotel with a gr8 restaurant
A one night stay after exploring Carizzo plain. Gr8 little hotel with a gr8 restaurant
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Dining
The on-site restaurant and bar earn frequent praise for quality, local ingredients and friendly service. Some report inconsistencies, including limited menu variety, cold food at special events, staggered dinner service, and high prices or added fees.
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Mary
May 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fun experience but overpriced for the location. Spent plenty of money on food and drink in addition to room rate. They should lower the room rate and make it more affordable in shoulder season to attract more business.
Fun experience but overpriced for the location. Spent plenty of money on food and drink in addition to room rate. They should lower the room rate and make it more affordable in shoulder season to attract more business.
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Gustave
Aug 22, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Went for a friend's birthday! Staff was wonderful and the food was fantastic!!! A perfect gem in the middle of nowhere!!! A
Went for a friend's birthday! Staff was wonderful and the food was fantastic!!! A perfect gem in the middle of nowhere!!! A
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Tiffany
Jul 24, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great location with beautiful sunsets for an escape! Just make sure to look at your receipts and read everything cause they do have a lot of additional fees. Processing fees for every order/drink/hotel room (on top of resort fees/taxes) just be prepared for that. Even the mini bar had an additional one time fee. Everything is also priced like Los Angeles prices. I had two ice coffees that cost $18 dollars (not including tip) being from LA just wasnt expecting that out in Cuyama. Other than that cute hotel with a great pool and staff is lovely.
Great location with beautiful sunsets for an escape! Just make sure to look at your receipts and read everything cause they do have a lot of additional fees. Processing fees for every order/drink/hotel room (on top of resort fees/taxes) just be prepared for that. Even the mini bar had an additional one time fee. Everything is also priced like Los Angeles prices. I had two ice coffees that cost $18 dollars (not including tip) being from LA just wasnt expecting that out in Cuyama. Other than that cute hotel with a great pool and staff is lovely.
10
gerald
Jan 25, 2023
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If you have the chance, make the trip out into Central CA and take in the old world charm of the Cuyama Buckhorn. It has been lovingly cared for and updated over the past few years to keep the original bones and adding in modern amenities. Now don't think that you will have everything that you'd expect in a Vegas or high density city hotel, but you are getting away from that right? The staff is what makes this place so wonderful. Sam the bartender is wildly knowledgeable of the area, hikes and drinks. He is adept at flowing from table to table and keeping the flow moving and he's rather inventive with his drinks. He painstakingly has created and tested ways to use local fruits and flavors to create drinks you really just can't get in other places and you will taste the valley. The restaurant also leverages the local fare and it shines. The eggs make you stop and wonder if you've ever really had eggs before and the same holds true for the other offerings. The rooms retain the charm you'd expect but have been updated with get fixtures and bits of flair that makes you feel welcome. There's a cute sauna, a heated pool and a hot tub that is large enough to hold 10. There are also bocce ball courts, a pool table amongst other things but really you will spend a great deal of your time exploring the area and will love the wide open sky and the stars that really just aren't visible in the cities.
If you have the chance, make the trip out into Central CA and take in the old world charm of the Cuyama Buckhorn. It has been lovingly cared for and updated over the past few years to keep the original bones and adding in modern amenities. Now don't think that you will have everything that you'd expect in a Vegas or high density city hotel, but you are getting away from that right? The staff is what makes this place so wonderful. Sam the bartender is wildly knowledgeable of the area, hikes and drinks. He is adept at flowing from table to table and keeping the flow moving and he's rather inventive with his drinks. He painstakingly has created and tested ways to use local fruits and flavors to create drinks you really just can't get in other places and you will taste the valley. The restaurant also leverages the local fare and it shines. The eggs make you stop and wonder if you've ever really had eggs before and the same holds true for the other offerings. The rooms retain the charm you'd expect but have been updated with get fixtures and bits of flair that makes you feel welcome. There's a cute sauna, a heated pool and a hot tub that is large enough to hold 10. There are also bocce ball courts, a pool table amongst other things but really you will spend a great deal of your time exploring the area and will love the wide open sky and the stars that really just aren't visible in the cities.
10
Elizabeth
Oct 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful! Especially love the pool area, fire pits, and the bar! Rooms clean and great decor - a s’mores kit which was a great touch. We took part in the weekend guest chef chuck wagon meal event which was a bit of a dud…great music but food was cold and underwhelming. Should have enjoyed a meal at the on-site restaurant which is always a hit with local produce and lots of flare. Staff were excellent during every interaction. The owner introduced herself and provided a Prosecco toast for our table. If you want a getaway with great amenities, the Buckhorn does not disappoint!
Wonderful! Especially love the pool area, fire pits, and the bar! Rooms clean and great decor - a s’mores kit which was a great touch. We took part in the weekend guest chef chuck wagon meal event which was a bit of a dud…great music but food was cold and underwhelming. Should have enjoyed a meal at the on-site restaurant which is always a hit with local produce and lots of flare. Staff were excellent during every interaction. The owner introduced herself and provided a Prosecco toast for our table. If you want a getaway with great amenities, the Buckhorn does not disappoint!
10
rhett
Jun 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The buckhorn is an amazing spot to enjoy some quiet time and relax. The whole place is great and having the restaurant and bar on site make for a really low key stay. We always end up meeting great people and having a blast when we visit. It’s like a little piece of Palm Spring but with a western flair and without all of the heat. The food in the restaurant is absolutely top notch and so is the service. The rooms are well appointed and very clean. We will be back again and again. I would suggest it for anyone. Five stars
The buckhorn is an amazing spot to enjoy some quiet time and relax. The whole place is great and having the restaurant and bar on site make for a really low key stay. We always end up meeting great people and having a blast when we visit. It’s like a little piece of Palm Spring but with a western flair and without all of the heat. The food in the restaurant is absolutely top notch and so is the service. The rooms are well appointed and very clean. We will be back again and again. I would suggest it for anyone. Five stars
8
Ariadna
Oct 13, 2023
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The property itself is amazing, all the finishes of this hotel are beautiful and it’s extremely comfortable. I gave 4 stars because of the restaurant, the food selection and taste was ok. It’s a limited menu and it’s the same for lunch and dinner. Taking into consideration that there is not much to eat in this area, you have all your meals here so you end up with the same small menu and it wasn’t great. Also, we stayed for the BBQ experience on Saturday and it’s nice but the bbq meat is served really cold so we ended up taking it to go because it wasn’t enjoyable at all. Maybe a warming tray like the ones at the catering service would work fine. We didn’t enjoy this food at all. Sorry and it’s too bad because the ambiance and music was great but sometimes a bad meal can ruin your experience.
The property itself is amazing, all the finishes of this hotel are beautiful and it’s extremely comfortable. I gave 4 stars because of the restaurant, the food selection and taste was ok. It’s a limited menu and it’s the same for lunch and dinner. Taking into consideration that there is not much to eat in this area, you have all your meals here so you end up with the same small menu and it wasn’t great. Also, we stayed for the BBQ experience on Saturday and it’s nice but the bbq meat is served really cold so we ended up taking it to go because it wasn’t enjoyable at all. Maybe a warming tray like the ones at the catering service would work fine. We didn’t enjoy this food at all. Sorry and it’s too bad because the ambiance and music was great but sometimes a bad meal can ruin your experience.
10
Julie
Apr 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
What a wonderful hotel. The room was very comfy with great shower and all the facilities needed. The grounds of the hotel are beautiful, with a fantastic pool, jacuzzi and sauna. The restaurant was excellent especially the service, such a lovely woman looked after us. An amazing place to stay
What a wonderful hotel. The room was very comfy with great shower and all the facilities needed. The grounds of the hotel are beautiful, with a fantastic pool, jacuzzi and sauna. The restaurant was excellent especially the service, such a lovely woman looked after us. An amazing place to stay
10
Joseph
Aug 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A one night stay after exploring Carizzo plain. Gr8 little hotel with a gr8 restaurant
A one night stay after exploring Carizzo plain. Gr8 little hotel with a gr8 restaurant
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Jeffrey
Mar 28, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Overpriced and understaffed. Dinners a disaster as food comes in shifts so half the party finished before others received their meals. Would have been happier camping. Shame on Michelin.
Overpriced and understaffed. Dinners a disaster as food comes in shifts so half the party finished before others received their meals. Would have been happier camping. Shame on Michelin.
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Brianna
Mar 5, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Had a great time hopefully will be back again
Had a great time hopefully will be back again
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Angela
Jan 13, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Staff, amenities, room
Staff, amenities, room
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Scott
Jan 5, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Our room was adorable. Very nice touch with the smores kit and the fudge shaped boots candy's. Lovely property. I have two small issues. The first only working ev charge that works. We would not have driven that particular vehicle. Since you are literally in the middle of nowhere. At least 65 miles to your next EV charger. Another guest got there first and charge their vehicles for 24 hours. If you only have one charger maybe Express to share that one charger. We went there for cowboy New Year’s. The music was certainly not cowboy themed. We were not the only disappointed people. Maybe next time New Year’s party only don’t stipulate cowboy anything. It’s too bad because you do really have a nice facility. Our room was cozy. Bed was comfortable clean well kept.
Our room was adorable. Very nice touch with the smores kit and the fudge shaped boots candy's. Lovely property. I have two small issues. The first only working ev charge that works. We would not have driven that particular vehicle. Since you are literally in the middle of nowhere. At least 65 miles to your next EV charger. Another guest got there first and charge their vehicles for 24 hours. If you only have one charger maybe Express to share that one charger. We went there for cowboy New Year’s. The music was certainly not cowboy themed. We were not the only disappointed people. Maybe next time New Year’s party only don’t stipulate cowboy anything. It’s too bad because you do really have a nice facility. Our room was cozy. Bed was comfortable clean well kept.
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Desiree
Aug 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Booked a double twin bed room. Only got a queen bed and was told there was nothing they could do about it and was very rude about the situation
Booked a double twin bed room. Only got a queen bed and was told there was nothing they could do about it and was very rude about the situation
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Stephane
Mar 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
always happy to stay there great staff and unique property thank you
always happy to stay there great staff and unique property thank you
FAQs about Cuyama Buckhorn
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, although it is limited. No reservation is required.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are allowed with a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night, and a deposit of USD 175 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property in advance.
What is the location of the hotel in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in a national park, approximately 14 minutes from Los Padres National Forest, 9.9 miles from Carrizo Plain National Monument, and 29.1 miles from Taft Correctional Institution.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor heated pool available for guests. The pool is seasonal and operational hours are not specified.
Are children allowed at the property?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
Cribs and rollaway beds are available for a fee of USD 30 per night each. Guests must contact the property in advance to reserve these items.
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The front desk is open during the following times:
- Thursday - Sunday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- Pet deposit: USD 175 per stay
- Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 30.0 per night
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Service
Housekeeping
General
Room Service
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Sauna
Hot Tub / Jacuzzi
Picnic Area/Tables
Packed Lunches
Family Room
Beach Sun Loungers
Fence Around Pool
Snack Bar/Deli
Services
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
Luggage Storage
Designated Smoking Area
Express Check-In/Check-Out
Bingo
Activities
Swimming pool
Garden
Billiards
Horse Riding
Hiking
Pool Outdoor
Outdoor heated pool
Live Music
Outdoor Fireplace
Outdoor Furniture
Pool (Seasonal Outdoor)
Parking
Parking
Free Parking
Electric Car charging station
Parking (Limited)
Parking Onsite
Internet
Free Wi-Fi