The Darling Hotel | Visalia, California, United States

The Darling Hotel

EST. PRIOR TO 2020

210 N Court St, Visalia, California, United States

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Nestled in vibrant downtown Visalia, just a block from Main Street, The Darling Hotel is a distinctive meeting and event venue.

The Lowdown

Type: Boutique Hotel Hotel / Resort / Spa

Views: Cityscape Mountains Rolling Hills

Style: Art Deco

Best type of Celebrations

Adventure Travel

Baby Shower

Bachelor / Bachelorette Party

Rehearsal Dinner / Welcome Reception

Venue Setting

Nestled in vibrant downtown Visalia, just a block from Main Street, The Darling Hotel is a distinctive meeting and event venue. Featuring over 10,000 square feet of stylish, sophisticated space, our boutique hotel is the ideal choice for business meetings, conferences, receptions, ceremonies, and social gatherings for up to 150 guests. From a large urban courtyard to a rooftop restaurant, as well as intimate meeting rooms and a poolside terrace, there are many choices to meet your group’s specific needs.

At the Darling Hotel you will find tastefully designed room accommodations, open spaces, and larger rooms for special occasions. The Darling is crowned with a rooftop restaurant and lounge. Picture yourself enjoying a meal or cocktails while taking in a panoramic view of the Sierra Nevadas or looking down at the vibrant nightlife of downtown Visalia. The Darling Hotel shows off the sleek, stylized beauty of the 1930s Art Deco period, yet it still offers the small-town warmth, courtesy, and charms of the Central Valley.

Capacity

Seated: 150

Buffet: N/A

Standing: 250

Fees

(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)

Price range: Join the party and sign in to view pricing

Does this include catering fees?: No

Insurance: Additional Insurance May Be Required Depending On The Event

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Event Logistics and Amenities

(Essential event logistics and amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you gathering)

Celebrations hosted here since: 2020
Curfew: 10 PM
Venue spaces: Indoor & Outdoor Venue Spaces Available
Catering: Client Must Select A Caterer From The List Provided By The Venue
Alcohol: Provided By Venue For Fee – You Must Use The Venue For All Alcohol Services
Music: Indoors & Outdoors
Smoking: Non-smoking Venue
Accommodations: 32 rooms
2 Executive Suites ( Best space for wedding parties)
8 King Suites / ADA King Suites
17 King Guestrooms
4 Queen Guestrooms
1 Double Queen Guestroom
Handicap Accessible: Yes

Amenities

A/V Equipment
Bridal Suite/Changing Rooms Onsite
Street Parking
Wifi
Ample Parking Onsite
Dining Chairs

Inside Scoop

Our Bar Manager, Jacob, makes a killer old fashioned or daquiri. Room 425 has the best downtown view & Execuite Suite 429 has a beautfil claw foot tub, but Executive Suite 430 is a decorate in a breautiful emerald green with mountain + downtown views and a HUGE bathroom.

Venue Features

The scene:: The Darling Hotel is a 1930's Courthouse Annex turned boutique hotel. Built in the 1930s classical art deco style, The Darling Hotel blends upscale hospitality with its unique, beautiful event spaces, 1920’s charm and unforgettable views. With four event spaces available throughout the property, The Darling offers both variety and versatility to help make your wedding a memorable experience that will be talked about for years to come.

The North Courtyard can be found on the ground level of the property. Shaded by an iconic Valley Oak, this event space provides an idyllic setting for entertaining.

The Pool terrace occupies the southern courtyard on the property and can provide a tranquil space with the sound of our 8 pool fountains.

Our smallest but most unique event space, The Rooftop, offers 360-degree views of downtown Visalia and the Sierra Nevada Mountains and can provide an intimate, scenic atmosphere.

What was once home to the Tulare County vault has now been converted into a meeting and party room. As our only indoor space, The Gallery is perfect for smaller gatherings for business or pleasure.
Design:: Our 1930s Art Deco Boutique hotel offers the chic beauty of the classic style, with the modern upgrades and amenities desired by the 21st century patron.
Standout venue features:: Our rooftop restaurant & lounge, The Elderwood, is perfect for rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, after parties, and farewell brunches.
Extra perks:: Gold Chivari Chairs
Round Tables with Specialty Linen
Axuilary Tables for extra use
Event Staff

Awards & Notables

Awards, recognitions, or noteworthy achievements associated with the venue.

2021 Trip Advisor’s Top 20 “Hottest New Hotels in the World” Award
2021 Sunset Travel Awards: Cool Retro Redos
2021 Preservation Design Award for Rehabilitation
2022 Booking.com Traveller Review Award

Food Restaurants, Cafes, Bars, Lounges

This section provides insights into our diverse culinary and social offerings.

The Elderwood Restaurant

The Elderwood Restaurant - with signature cocktails like "The Darling" + "The Champ" you'll fall in love with this cool lounge space + amazing drinks.

Celebration Locations

This section outlines the various spaces available within the venue for different types of events.