The American Riviera has set the stage for picture perfect weddings for more than a century, and Santa Barbara remains a premier, globally renowned destination wedding location. Whether eloping at the landmark Santa Barbara County Courthouse or gathering in larger numbers to celebrate with friends and family, Santa Barbara offers couples a vast range of venue options and lifestyle experiences. Think rehearsal dinners in Michelin-endorsed restaurants, wedding ceremonies in historic adobes and grand estates, and receptions set in impeccable gardens and industrial chic wineries.
Your Home Away from Home
Santa Barbara Hotel Collection’s four distinctive boutique properties are ideally situated for wedding guests and bridal parties. Brisas Del Mar, Inn at the Beach, Inn by the Harbor and Lavender Inn by the Sea are in easy walking and biking distance to the lively Waterfront and Funk Zone neighborhoods. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara places you near the Mission and downtown’s ARTS District.
Lavender Inn by the Sea (23 rooms), Brisas Del Mar, Inn at the Beach (31 rooms) and Inn by the Harbor (43 rooms) are steps away from each other, offering a variety of experiences and room types for out-of-town wedding guests—including three swimming pools between the trio. If larger room blocks are needed, Best Western Plus Santa Barbara offers 122 rooms including some spacious townhouses and suites ideal for multi-generational families and groups of friends traveling together.
Family owned and operated, Santa Barbara Hotel Collection is deeply rooted in Santa Barbara’s hospitality industry and is known for fairly priced room rates and warm, personalized customer service. Value-added perks include Continental breakfast, afternoon wine hour and complimentary bikes at the beach hotels. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara offers free airport shuttle service, eliminating the need to rent a car.
Experience Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara was made for bachelorette and stag parties, between the recreational opportunities on land and at sea and the distinctive, hyper-local food and beverage scene—wine, craft beer and artisan cocktails are all on the menu. Wedding guests can maximize their time in Santa Barbara, adding wellness experiences, outdoor adventures and shopping stops to the itinerary. Our front desk teams can help you access the best of Santa Barbara culture, be it hitting the taco trail, taking a day trip to wine country or finding the perfect place to catch the sunset. And if recovery time is needed after all the reception revelry, relaxing poolside on property is always an option.
