SANTA BARBARA MEETINGS & EVENTS

Set next to the Pacific Ocean in the shadows of the Santa Ynez Mountains, the Hotel Californian's event venues in Santa Barbara, CA elevate meetings and events to new heights. This unique urban seaside resort features a meticulously designed 2,850 square foot ballroom, together with an adjacent 4,500 square foot plaza, a 3,670 square foot rooftop event deck, and five flexible meeting rooms with private patios, perfect for corporate meetings and exclusive retreats.

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Birds-eye view of a Spanish Colonial style building with a rooftop pool overlooking the palm tree-covered coastline during sunset.

Rooftop event space with multiple tall tables, umbrellas, and warm-glow string lights overlooking the coastline at sunset.

Aerial view of the intersection next to Hotel Californian in Santa Barbara leading out to the Stearns Wharf Pier during sunset.

COME TOGETHER ALONG THECALIFORNIA COAST

Under the warm and inviting Santa Barbara sun, Hotel Californian's location and amenities offer the perfect opportunity to host a special event or set of meetings.

Just steps from the beach and vibrant Funk Zone, and offering multiple meeting & event spaces with oceanfront views and the backdrop of the Santa Ynez mountains, we are uniquely equipped to make your occasion special and unforgettable.

Exterior of Hotel Californian in Santa Barbara, CA, featuring white walls, red tile roofs, and large palms

Side view of Hotel Californian in Santa Barbara showing an arched entryway, balconies, and palm trees.

WALK AROUND LIKEYOU OWN THE PLACE

Our three buildings offer the perfect accommodations for the ultimate privacy and exclusivity, giving you the opportunity to have your own building dedicated to your event for buyouts. Our Californian, State, and Mason buildings are your blank canvas that can be outfitted for almost any occasion.

Spacious Santa Barbara wedding venue banquet room set with large floral arrangements and many rows of tables and chairs.

Santa Barbara event venue with a checkered floor, geometric patterned walls, circular chandeliers, and multiple seating options.

Long hallway with various windows and glass doors along one side, part of an event venue in Santa Barbara, CA

Outdoor night event with live music, glowing lights, and a large group of people in the inner courtyard at Hotel Californian.

ALHAMBRA BALLROOM

The jaw-dropping 2,850 square-foot Alhambra Ballroom is the pinnacle of Hotel Californian's unmatched meeting spaces. Both the ballroom and foyer are decadently covered in beautiful black & white Moroccan tile, promising a dazzling experience for every guest.

Set next to the 4,500 square foot Court of Califia event lawn, the ballroom and outdoor space are ready to accommodate any event, from rehearsal dinner to full-on extravaganza.

Santa Barbara meeting space featuring a black conference table with 10 leather chairs and a TV on the wall

Large Santa Barbara meeting space with multiple windows and chevron curtains, featuring a meeting table with multiple chairs.

Large Santa Barbara meeting space with a TV and chevron curtains, featuring a meeting table with multiple chairs.

EXECUTIVE MEETINGS

For more intimate meetings, Hotel Californian offers four flexible meeting rooms with private patios, perfect for corporate meetings and exclusive retreats.

Pair that with our unmatched catering and a night out in the Funk Zone and you've got the perfect pairing of productivity and play.

Birds-eye view of a rooftop deck with a pool, patterned tiles, pool day beds, and multiple lavish lounger chairs.

Santa Barbara wedding venue containing many white flower arrangements with the Santa Ynez Mountains in the background.

ROOFTOP DECK & POOL

With panoramic views of the iconic Santa Barbara beachfront and the towering Santa Ynez mountains, our exclusive Mirador Rooftop Deck is the ideal locale to host your event with a cocktail in hand and a sunset over the ocean.