Santa Barbara
“Beyond being one of the most beautiful places in the world, Santa Barbara (and Hotel Californian, specifically) is one of the first places we vacationed together. We love the relaxed vibes, the walkability, the food and wine and the proximity to the gorgeous California coastline — all things we want on our wedding weekend!” - M&I
Travel
Santa Barbara, CA
Planes, Trains & Automobiles
Hotel Californian is smack dab in the middle of Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone.
Santa Barbara is about an hour and thirty minutes north of Los Angeles by car.
Santa Barbara has a small regional airport. You can find more information here on routes and the major airlines that provide service to Santa Barbara Airport.
And, finally, Amtrak has a station walking distance from Hotel Californian.
Where to Stay
Hotels and Accomodations
There are several great hotel options in the area, including The Hotel Californian itself.
Below please find a list of hotels — with discount codes where available — that are walkable to the festivities!
Other great hotel options that are a short car ride away include El Encanto, Kimpton Canary, and the Hilton Santa Barbara. There are plenty of accommodation options on Airbnb and VRBO, too.
Things to Do
Activities in the Santa Barbara Area
When we’re not partying…
EAT & DRINK
Food
Dawn Patrol - incredible breakfast
Helena Avenue Bakery - awesome breakfast and pastries
Hook & Press Donuts - donuts and coffee
Brophy Bros - great seafood with water views
Wine & Cocktails
The Society: State & Mason - wine and small bites
Test Pilot - great cocktail bar
Margerum Wine - delicious wine on property
Melville Winery - more delicious wine on State St.
SHOP
The Blue Door - best vintage and antiques
State Street Promenade - a fun stretch of bars and shops
Farmacy Shop Dispensary - preferred 420 purveyor ;)
EXPLORE
The Funk Zone - great area with food, art and wine
Santa Barbara Zoo - a lovely little zoo by the ocean
Stearns Wharf - the famous SB pier with food and shops
Santa Barbara Harbor - boats and a maritime museum
Santa Barbara Courthouse - a stunning, historic building