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Hotel Californian

4.3(570)
Hotel

About

Hotel Californian blends Moroccan-inspired design with California coastal luxury, offering 121 rooms that include ocean views and spacious layouts ideal for focused work or relaxation. Its location on State Street puts you steps from Santa Barbara's key business and cultural hubs, including Stearns Wharf and local dining.

The hotel features versatile event spaces infused with celebrity designer touches, perfect for meetings or receptions. Guests can also enjoy a posh spa and trendy dining options, making it a seamless venue for multi-day corporate stays with room blocks and hospitality all in one place.

Best for

  • Executive offsites with ocean views
  • Client dinners in stylish, intimate settings
  • Multi-night stays near Santa Barbara’s cultural hub

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Moroccan-style rooms by celebrity designer
Design
Moroccan-style rooms by celebrity designer
Rooms feature distinctive Moroccan-inspired design elements crafted by Martyn Lawrence Bullard, blending historic influences with modern luxury to create a unique California coastal vibe.
Central spot in Santa Barbara's Funk Zone
Location
Central spot in Santa Barbara's Funk Zone
Situated in the heart of the revitalized Funk Zone, steps from Stearns Wharf and State Street, offering easy access to local shops, restaurants, and the beach.

At a glance

Rated 4.3 on Google · 570 reviews