Travel Suggestions
If you are unsure where to begin when planning your trip, the information below provides suggestions on how to get here, and where to stay once you do!
Getting Here - Option 1:
Fly Directly into Santa Barbara (SBA)
Flying directly in to Santa Barbara is a great option, but it is a small airport so there is not a huge selection of flights. This means it may be difficult for some people to find a direct flight.
If you choose to fly into SBA ground transportation is available to help make your way to Santa Barbara's downtown area where you can find many great hotels with stunning views of the ocean or the nearby mountains. Transportation Options:
- Rental Cars
- Commercial Shuttles
- Taxi / Ride Share
- MTD Public Buses
Getting here - Option 2:
Fly Directly into Los Angeles (LAX)
Los Angeles is about 95 miles (1.5-hour drive) from Santa Barbara. LAX Offers more flight times and sometimes at a cheaper rate. If you choose to fly into LAX you will need to plan on getting from LA to Santa Barbara. Here are a few Transportation Options:
- Rental Cars
- Taxi / Ride Share (Uber or Lyft)
- Amtrak Train
- LAX to Santa Barbara Shuttle Bus
Prices vary but typically it's about $ 60 round trip per person.
Typically $120 per person round trip if pre-booked. This will pick you up at the airport.
Many people will be traveling across the country to attend our wedding. We understand the effort this will take and we deeply appreciate your generosity in making the trip! We are so excited to celebrate with each and every one of you!
Accommodation Suggestions
The Milo
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Discover the enduring allure of The Milo Hotel, a captivating Santa Barbara beachfront hotel where relaxation meets art and culture. Nestled just steps away from State Street and West Beach, our hacienda-style retreat offers 121 rooms spread across six buildings, promising a laid-back California oasis for your stay.
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Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Located just across from East Beach and one mile from the Funk Zone district, Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is the ideal place to stay to experience Santa Barbara. Enjoy our 24-acre beachfront resort with tree-lined pool and tennis courts, on-site wine tastings, salon and spa, and much more.
Average Price Per Night: $554
Marriott Courtyard Santa Barbara
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Marriott Courtyard Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Downtown: walk to dozens of restaurants, theater, museums, and local attractions. 15 minutes from Santa Barbara Airport (SBA), 10 minutes to area beaches, the Harbor and Sterns Warf, 5 minutes to the Old Mission and magnificent rose garden.
Average Price Per Night: $427
Santa Barbara Inn
Moxy Hotel Santa Barbara
Marriott Courtyard Santa Barbara
Framed by deep, red terra cotta roofs, luminous white stucco, gracefully arched windows and a duo of handcrafted tile domes, the Santa Barbara Inn perfectly embodies the spirit and architecture of its Santa Barbara. Our newly re-imagined Spanish Mediterranean boutique merges classic elegance and coastal luxury with 70 beautifully appoint
Framed by deep, red terra cotta roofs, luminous white stucco, gracefully arched windows and a duo of handcrafted tile domes, the Santa Barbara Inn perfectly embodies the spirit and architecture of its Santa Barbara. Our newly re-imagined Spanish Mediterranean boutique merges classic elegance and coastal luxury with 70 beautifully appointed rooms and suites and dramatic ocean views.
Average Price Per Night: $495
Mar Monte Hotel
Moxy Hotel Santa Barbara
Moxy Hotel Santa Barbara
Discover Mar Monte Hotel, a stylish oceanfront hotel in Santa Barbara, where coastal beauty meets timeless sophistication. Located on Cabrillo Boulevard and across from East Beach, the Mar Monte Hotel sits tucked between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Our hotel offers breathtaking views and easy access to downtown Santa
Discover Mar Monte Hotel, a stylish oceanfront hotel in Santa Barbara, where coastal beauty meets timeless sophistication. Located on Cabrillo Boulevard and across from East Beach, the Mar Monte Hotel sits tucked between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Our hotel offers breathtaking views and easy access to downtown Santa Barbara, the Funk Zone, and pristine beaches
Average Price Per Night: $409
Moxy Hotel Santa Barbara
Moxy Hotel Santa Barbara
Moxy Hotel Santa Barbara
This Santa Barbara hotel is near the beach district of Santa Barbara and just near Reagan Ranch Center. Perfect for those who seek new knowledge, Westmont College is 4.3 km from the Moxy Santa Barbara. The accommodation is also a short way from Moreton Bay.
Average Price Per Night: $419
Airbnb / Vrbo
Airbnb / Vrbo
Airbnb / Vrbo
This is also an option if you are looking to accommodate a larger group of people. Montecito or Goleta is a good area to consider and is nearby.