Top Montecito Venues

• Spaces for 100-800 Guests
• 2 Ballrooms
• 1 Landmark
• 7 Total Spaces

Your Dream Seaside Wedding at Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort! For the wedding of your dreams, look no further than the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort. Nestled along the picturesque California coastline, this resort offers breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, an iconic setting that blends coastal charm with timeless elegance. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, Hilton Santa Barbara provides the perfect backdrop for a day you’ll cherish forever. With over 60,000 square feet of flexible event space, our property can host weddings of all sizes, accommodating up to 600 guests. Couples can choose from a variety of indoor and outdoor venues to bring their vision to life. The Plaza del Sol, with its open-air circular design, is ideal for al fresco dining and dancing under the stars. The Rose Garden offers a more intimate setting, surrounded by vibrant blooms and lush greenery. For an elegant indoor celebration, the Grand Ballroom features cream-colored walls and Spanish-inspired décor that exude sophistication, while the Ocean View Reagan Room & Terrace combines stunning coastal views with a cozy, refined atmosphere. Smaller gatherings shine in the Anacapa Patio & Santa Barbara Ballroom, offering the perfect blend of indoor and outdoor charm. At Hilton Santa Barbara, the celebration doesn’t end after the last toast. Our resort offers an array of options for pre- and post-wedding events, including rehearsal dinners, welcome parties, and farewell brunches. Guests can enjoy the convenience of staying onsite, thanks to our guestroom blocks for parties reserving 10 or more rooms. Your wedding day should be as extraordinary as your love, and the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is here to make that vision a reality. From our stunning venues and exceptional service to our rich history and convenient location, we offer everything you need to create a celebration that you and your guests will remember forever.

• Spaces for 100-500 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 1 Event Space

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara offers 15,000 square feet (1,390 square metres) of luxurious event space, including two ballrooms and nine meeting rooms that can accommodate groups of 10 to 400. You can rest easy knowing that an experienced Four Seasons Santa Barbara Conference Services Manager is here to ensure that every aspect of your meeting, reception or banquet is a success. A luxury resort in Santa Barbara, California. A Spanish Colonial treasure whose red roof tiles, ivory adobe and graceful archways grace Butterfly Beach in exclusive Montecito, this classic West Coast resort blends the glory of historic California with Four Seasons service in the heart of “America’s Riviera.” An alluring history, quiet atmosphere, ocean-edge beauty and stunning weather – the Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara is the perfect spot to create amazing indoor and outdoor events year round. This Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara is a magnificent hotel and a stunning venue for all kinds of functions from multi-day incentive programs, to important family celebrations, to automotive events.

• Spaces for 100-800 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Bar
• 2 Total Spaces

In February 2016, we opened the doors to Brass Bear Brewing in the Funk Zone of Santa Barbara, CA, one block from the ocean, featuring our high-quality craft beer, rotating guest taps, wine, sparkling wine, and cider. Locally sourced ingredients are vital to our menu. Our menu comprises locally sourced charcuterie boards, tri-tip skewers, chicken, shrimp, occasionally shark, burger, and hot toasted sandwiches. During a cross-country National Parks road trip from New York to California, the Brass Bear name was born! Coincidentally, in our favorite park. We went camping in Glacier (the kind which involves signing your life away at the ranger station and being armed with bear spray). The late afternoon sun hit the bears perfectly and turned them into a beautiful brass color. They glanced our way and with a decisive grunt carried on. We agreed over dinner that night that this would be the perfect name for our own business one day, to remind us to face our fears and keep on trekking!

• Spaces for 50-70 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Garden

Islay Gardens – A Private Garden Venue in the Heart of Santa Barbara Tucked discreetly behind gates in midtown Santa Barbara, Islay Gardens is a rare and enchanting discovery—a secluded garden venue designed for refined celebrations and meaningful gatherings. Beneath a canopy of majestic oak trees and surrounded by lush greenery, guests enter a tranquil sanctuary that feels both intimate and elevated, where every detail invites connection, beauty, and effortless elegance. Islay Gardens is a boutique, private garden curated specifically for smaller, high-touch occasions where atmosphere matters and experience takes center stage. The setting reflects the understated luxury of a Montecito-style retreat—organic, serene, and beautifully restrained. There is a quiet sophistication to the space, where natural textures, filtered light, and thoughtful garden details create an ambiance that feels relaxed yet impeccably curated. It is the kind of place where time slows, conversations deepen, and moments linger. The venue’s natural landscape is its greatest luxury. Towering oak trees soften the sunlight into gentle, dappled patterns across the grounds, creating a warm and ever-changing glow throughout the day. The garden unfolds in layers, with intimate corners, inviting pathways, and carefully composed details that feel organic rather than over-designed. The result is a setting that is visually stunning yet never contrived—an ideal canvas for celebrations that prioritize quiet authenticity and presence. Designed for intimate micro weddings, elopements, and small receptions, Islay Gardens offers a setting that feels deeply personal rather than performative. Ceremonies here are naturally romantic, framed by greenery and softened by birdsong and filtered light. The atmosphere encourages sincerity and connection, allowing couples to celebrate surrounded by their closest circle in a space that feels meaningful rather than transactional.

• Spaces for 14-250 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 6 Total Spaces

Perched high in the Santa Barbara hills, this iconic hideaway offers the best views of the American Riviera. Spread across seven acres of secluded gardens, El Encanto, a Belmond Hotel opened in 1918 and has been part of Santa Barbara’s social scene ever since. A Forbes Four Star resort, this enchanting escape features 90 bungalow-style suites and guest rooms with sweeping views over Santa Barbara and the Pacific Coast. The resort is gleaming and glamorous, yet relaxed and low-key – the kind of place that invites you to recline poolside, breathe in the ocean air, and sip a glass of crisp local wine. Hotel Tip: If you are traveling with a small group, perhaps a family reunion or intimate wedding, you can spread out in the Oak Tree Suite, with its large terrace and multiple rooms.

• Spaces for 130-17 Guests

There is no other venue in Santa Barbara where you can look out at the islands, the mountains and the ocean from the same table, while eating food hand picked that morning. We open the estate for only a few events each year. If yours should be one of them, let's talk.

• Spaces for 40-60 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space
• 2 Total Spaces

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers event spaces for your next celebration in Santa Barbara, California. Our secret hideaway may feel remote, but it’s not so secret and it’s easy to get to whether you’re driving or flying into Santa Barbara Airport. Gather your group at our natural retreat at The Steward Santa Barbara, where the land sets the tone, and our vision inspires growth. Whether it’s a gathering of minds in our Garden Room, a tasting experience for your team on a garden table in the forest, a fantastic reception on one of our garden lawns, or any other reason to gather and celebrate, these are fertile grounds for remarkable experiences. Come together in meaningful ways by participating in our onsite activities, including morning yoga, pre-packed picnics, or discovering the “hidden moments” throughout the grounds. Set within lush garden scenery, surrounded by heritage trees and California’s oldest bird of paradise plants, any special occasion or memorable event has a sense of awe and enchantment — whether it’s held within our Garden Room or out under the stars. We offer two event spaces, the Garden Room and Garden Lawn. Our signature onsite restaurant, Terra, offers bountiful catering options locally sourced from California Central Coast ingredients. Simple, organic, seasonal flavors that feed the soul. Ask about our banquet menus for your next event at The Steward Santa Barbara. Bridal parties and groups will enjoy a peaceful retreat with an overnight stay. Each touchpoint of our one-bedroom suites has been infused with care. Featuring natural wood elements and thoughtful amenities like a Fellow Kettle and water carafe, every aspect of your stay reflects our signature Steward style and nature-driven aesthetic.

• Spaces for 400 Guests

Santa Barbara Oasis by kathy ireland Weddings is a Tuscan-style luxury estate set on 2.5 acres in Montecito, California. Surrounded by mature trees and manicured gardens, the private property features a courtyard, a formal pool, and a covered pavilion — all framing a backdrop of warm California sunsets that have become a signature of the estate's evening events. The downstairs of the main residence is available for weddings and private events, offering a fully equipped kitchen, formal dining room, spacious entertainment room, and five bathrooms. Separate private spaces allow the wedding party to prepare in complete privacy — the couple and their attendants each have dedicated rooms, with additional rooms serving as lounge areas for guests throughout the event. kathy ireland Weddings has operated the property as part of a portfolio of luxury destination estates and retreats, hosting ceremonies in the lush gardens, cocktail hours in the courtyard, and receptions poolside.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

This beautiful hotel is located in Santa Barbara, CA and is ranked among the top 25 hotels for leisure and travel according to the World's Best of 2015 due to its beauty, luxury, and location. The property is surrounded by greenery and lush gardens and is complete with a spa and multiple dining options. You will also be overlooking the California hills and mountains. The San Ysidro Ranch is the perfect place for a small, intimate, outdoor wedding. They offer customized wedding packages to meet your specific needs and accommodations. The event team will make sure your dream wedding is brought to life.

Rosewood Miramar Beach delivers the perfect venue for any occasion, from intimate social affairs and beachside soirees to impressive corporate gatherings and gala celebrations for up to 400 guests. Indoor settings make the most of the coastal environment with expansive windows and outdoor terraces. A gorgeous beach, private residence and multiple lawns and gardens feature in over 33,000 square feet of meeting and event space.

• Spaces for 100-1,200 Guests
• 2 Museums
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Total Spaces

Set on 30 acres of lush botanical gardens overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the Andree Clark Bird Refuge, and the Santa Ynez Mountains, the Santa Barbara Zoo has been welcoming guests since 1963. Recognized as one of the world's most beautiful zoos, it operates as a private nonprofit and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. For private events, the Zoo opens its grounds year-round from 5 to 10 p.m., with early access beginning at 4 p.m. Two distinct venues — the panoramic Hilltop & Palm Garden and the flexible Discovery Pavilion — accommodate gatherings ranging from intimate 50-person meetings to celebrations of up to 1,200. Daytime events such as company picnics and family gatherings are also available from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for groups of 10 to 300. All catering and rental coordination is handled by Events by Rincon, with options for animal encounters, exclusive train rides, giraffe feedings, and zookeeper talks available as event enhancements. Revenue from private events directly supports the Zoo's conservation, education, and animal care programs.

• Spaces for 40-320 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 3 Ballrooms
• 4 Total Spaces

Mar Monte Hotel, part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, sits directly across from East Beach at 1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard in Santa Barbara, California. Originally opened in the 1930s as a focal point for Southern California's social scene, the property has been reimagined with Spanish Colonial-inspired architecture, ocean-facing balconies, and more than 19,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor event space. The hotel offers nine distinct meeting and event venues accommodating groups from an intimate boardroom of 14 to large receptions of up to 320 guests in the Pacific Ballroom & Seaview. Spaces range from the historic Fireside Ballroom — set in the original 1931 hotel lobby with hand-painted ceiling beams and a working fireplace — to the Terrace Ballroom with its oceanfront French doors and wraparound veranda, and the Bocce Court area ideal for intimate outdoor ceremonies. On-site catering is available across all venues, and the hotel's event team provides dedicated planning support. Valet parking, complimentary Wi-Fi, A/V capabilities, and a dance floor are among the amenities offered. The property is approximately ten minutes from Santa Barbara Airport and steps from the Funk Zone, Stearns Wharf, and East Beach.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

East Beach at Calle Puerto Vallarta is an outdoor beachfront event space managed by the City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department. Located where Cabrillo Boulevard meets Calle Puerto Vallarta, the venue sits directly on East Beach — flanked by a row of palm trees, the Pacific Ocean, and the colorful Chromatic Gate public sculpture nearby. The open-air, on-the-sand setting accommodates corporate events, luaus, and wedding ceremonies. Amplified sound is permitted by permit, and alcohol is allowed by permit within a renter-provided fenced area. Paid parking is available nearby, and restrooms are accessible adjacent to the site. Reservations are managed through the Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department.

• Spaces for 100 Guests

The Helena Mason Art Gallery is located in the heart of the Santa Barbara Funk Zone, just steps from the beach. It is available as a venue rental space for parties, wedding receptions and afterparties, birthday celebrations, corporate meetings, workshops, pop-ups or any other kind of event you can imagine! With 2 rooms and a loft area, there is plenty of room for your event. We work with a variety of local vendors from djs, caterers, mobil bar services, florists and beyond to help clients host their dream event. The gallery exhibits Santa Barbara's best local and emerging artists throughout the seasons, providing an always changing and vibrant backdrop for special events hosted here. Our amenities include: Bar Miele Coffee System Kitchenette Two Restrooms Use of Existing Furniture & Full WiFi Coverage Use of 4 Cocktail Tables with Black Linens SONOS Surround Sound ADA Accessible Elevate your events with a touch of creativity and immerse your guests in the world of art and culture. Whether it's an intimate party or a corporate function, our welcoming venue offers a cozy and adaptable setting to make your moments memorable. Contact us to schedule a tour!

• Spaces for 60-650 Guests
• 3 Museums
• 3 Landmarks

Celebrate your wedding or throw a special event at The Santa Barbara Historical Museum. The Santa Barbara Historical Museum is located in the heart of the Santa Barbara historic district, giving your guests lots to do and see in between events. The Santa Barbara Historical Museum has a beautiful Spanish-California style, with red roofs, fountains, and plenty of surrounding greenery. The Santa Barbara Historical Museum is a cultural landmark, home to photos, artifacts, textiles and furnishings dating back to the 15th century. The Santa Barbara Historical Museum has to private courtyards available for rental for weddings, corporate events, meetings, and so on.

• Spaces for 24-110 Guests
• 5 Restaurants

For over a quarter-century, Wine Cask Santa Barbara has remained number #1 for your private dining, corporate meeting and group event needs. Tucked away in beautiful and historic El Paseo, Wine Cask Santa Barbara offers a variety of venues and seating configurations for your next group dining experience (click on any venue below for specifics). When you choose Wine Cask Santa Barbara, you'll work with our expertly-trained staff to customize an event like no other. From a full restaurant buyout for 150 guests to an intimate private dinner party for 10, Wine Cask Santa Barbara offers farm-to-table American Riviera™ cuisine, a Wine Spectator award-winning Wine List, and full bar for an exceptional restaurant-quality dining experience. Allow Wine Cask Santa Barbara to showcase the best of Santa Barbara for your next event.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

• Spaces for 220-1,100 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Hotel
• 3 Total Spaces

A LUXURY RESORT THAT CAPTURES THE ROMANCE OF THE CALIFORNIA COAST Tucked onto 78 acres overlooking the Pacific, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara combines the appeal of this coastal city with the beauty of its natural surroundings. Here, you can escape to the tranquility of two beaches, three infinity-edge pools and a 42,000-sq-ft spa. Exchange vows atop The Bluff against a backdrop of the Pacific Ocean, or celebrate with a lavish reception in the Bacara Ballroom, where 23-foot ceilings and gilt-framed mirrors create an aura of romantic indulgence. Whether you envision an outdoor ceremony or an indoor reception, each of the hotel’s wedding venues responds with curated amenities like natural light, ocean or garden views, flexible square footage and outdoor terraces.

• Spaces for 60-700 Guests
• 6 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 6 Total Spaces

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort occupies 24 acres along Santa Barbara's Pacific shoreline at 633 East Cabrillo Boulevard, with the Santa Ynez Mountains rising behind the property and open ocean views stretching to the horizon. Originally opened in 1986 by actor Fess Parker and renovated and rebranded in 2018, the resort is the region's largest dedicated event property, offering more than 60,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor space across 14 meeting rooms and numerous outdoor areas. The resort's signature venue, the 20,000-square-foot open-air Plaza del Sol, delivers 180-degree ocean views and connects to a covered rotunda for ceremonies and receptions of up to 800 guests. The Grand Ballroom accommodates up to 700 for receptions, while the Santa Barbara Ballroom, Rose Garden, Reagan Room & Terrace, and Fiesta Room & Terrace serve more intimate gatherings. The resort is the only hotel in the region that hosts private events directly on the beach. On-site catering, audio-visual support, wooden dance floors, tables, chairs, linens, and a dedicated event manager are included with bookings. Complimentary self-parking is available, and the resort offers a complimentary shuttle to Santa Barbara Airport and Amtrak Station.