Hotel Californian

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HOTEL: Hotel Californian is located in beautiful Santa Barbara, California which has been crowned the “American Riviera.” We are an urban resort located just steps from the beach and adjacent to the Funk Zone, Santa Barbara’s budding arts & wine district, providing a vibrant night life and seriously casual ambiance. Guests can enjoy a leisurely stroll down to the beach and Stearns Wharf as well as to wine tasting rooms, restaurants and boutiques. Whether you wish to sip and savor your way through the city or you have your sights set on more extravagant excursions, the expected and unexpected are never far from Hotel Californian. The meticulously restored Spanish Colonial Revival architectural gem is completely new from the ground up and features dazzling spaces with mid-century Moorish décor from celebrity designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard. The rooftop pool deck offers panoramic views of the iconic Santa Barbara beachfront and the towering Santa Ynez mountains. GUESTROOMS: Each of our 121 intricately-designed and luxurious guest rooms and suites, many with balcony views of the ocean and mountain, intertwine classic Spanish Colonial Revival architecture with Moroccan influences and rare custom furnishings - exhibiting the glamour of modern nostalgia. SPA: Majorelle is an urban sanctuary offering an intimate, bespoke and restorative experience. The Turkish inspired 2,500 square-foot spa features 4 treatment rooms. Standout features include an exotic, geometric blue-and-white tile lounge, a soothing private courtyard with a fountain, and a steam room. DINING: Classic meets contemporary at Blackbird, our signature bar and restaurant, featuring inventive cocktails and local wines paired with exquisite Mediterranean-influenced, locally sourced, and hyper-seasonal cuisine. In Santa Barbara's first year of inclusion into the Michelin Guide, Blackbird has been recommended with L'Assiette Michelin. MEETINGS & EVENTS: For your clients considering a group, social or corporate event, 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. Additional meeting spaces include an executive boardroom and four breakout rooms with private patios, perfect for corporate meetings and exclusive retreats.