Craving a glass of local wine? Whether you want to experience the coastal wine-tasting scene in Edna Valley or Santa Barbara, just miles away from glistening ocean waves, or you want to sip in the rolling, vineyard hills of Paso Robles or Santa Ynez, here are some fabulous places you can stay during your time here on the Central Coast.
Wine country hospitality, comfortable deluxe lodging, and honest value are the guiding principles behind the Apple Farm Inn, a San Luis Obispo hotel that embodies a true atmosphere of tranquility. Combining the charm of wine country inns with the modern conveniences of a luxury hotel, Apple Farm Inn offers the best in San Luis Obispo lodging.
Spa: None
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 1-800-255-2040
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When you first enter the beautiful lobby of the Avila La Fonda Hotel, you will experience a sense of Old World Mexican hospitality. From the beautiful solid wood doors that enter onto traditional Saltillo tile, honored by a massive rock fireplace, enriched with warm colors and hand painted artwork, your senses will immediately relax. This intimate boutique hideaway, with all the luxuries of a family home, and staff that treat you like a dear friend, is ready to pamper you while you enjoy waves, wineries, golf, restaurants and the quaint town of Avila Beach.
Spa: None
Event Space: No
Phone: 805-595-1700
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If location is everything, then Avila Lighthouse Suites has it all! Tucked halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, nestled among the rolling hills of California’s Central Coast, Avila Beach is an oasis of natural beauty boasting everything from whale watching and hiking trails to wineries and U-pick apple orchards. Located just outside of sunny San Luis Obispo, Avila Beach enjoys the unique reputation as the warmest beach on the Central Coast, making it the ideal destination for your next vacation.
Spa: None
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 805-627-1900
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Welcome to Avila Village Inn, an upscale boutique hotel nestled in the charming Avila Valley just off Highway 101, and only minutes from beautiful beaches, incredible golf, fine dining establishments, and more. While staying with them, you’ll enjoy easy access to explore all the beautiful natural surroundings and hiking trails, including the Bob Jones City-to-Sea Trail right next to the hotel. They’ll even provide you with complimentary bikes to ride the trail.
Spa: None
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 805-627-1810
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Stay at this Mission villa style hotel located next to Pismo Beach. Enjoy year around sun, sea and solace on California’s Central Coast.
Spa: None
Event Space: No
Phone: 805-481-7398
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Set along the California Coastline just south of San Luis Obispo and midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, our beachfront hotel offers stylish, contemporary accommodations, unparalleled service, and stunning ocean views. Escape the ordinary and indulge in all that Pismo Beach has to offer at Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa.
Spa: Spa at Dolphin Bay
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 800-516-0112
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Hotel San Luis Obispo is a modern urban resort embodying the essence of SLO. Surrounded by picturesque hills, and just miles away from quintessential California beach towns, Hotel San Luis Obispo is both a destination and an experience.
Spa: Sol Spa
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 805-235-0700
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Welcome to Hotel Cerro. Brand new and fully re-imagined, our property’s spaces are thoughtfully designed with your comfort in mind. Our guest rooms, suites and residences are spacious with stylish, contemporary interiors.
From fiber-optic Internet to complimentary Hotel Cerro water bottles and filtered water refill stations throughout the property, our features and amenities blend attentiveness with sophistication and sustainability. With intuitive, in-room details that feel like home, our property is one of the finest San Luis Obispo luxury hotels.
Spa: Spa Cerro
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 805-548-1000
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At Inn at the Cove, the California beach vacation of your dreams awaits your arrival. Here, perched on an oceanfront clifftop in Pismo Beach, you’re reminded of that every moment by the uninterrupted Pacific Ocean views from your guest room and private balcony. Tucked away on a secluded cove, yet just minutes from the classic beach town of Pismo Beach, our hotel offers a laid-back home-away-from-home surrounded by the area’s best beaches, shopping, and attractions.
During your stay, their staff is ready to help you (and your pet) feel completely at home by offering the warm, personalized hospitality only an independently owned hotel can provide. They also offer complimentary little luxuries ranging from a continental breakfast each morning to Wi-Fi, self-parking, a lending library, and an electric car charging station.
Spa: None
Event Space: No
Phone: 805-773-3511
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Overlooking the golden sand of Pismo Beach – just footsteps from the pier and boardwalk – you’re invited to experience Inn at the Pier. Located on Cypress Street, this upscale, craftsman-style oceanfront hotel in Pismo Beach features boutique guest rooms and first-class amenities reminiscent of a luxurious beach house.
Spa: No
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 805-295-5565
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Discover timeless serenity and Spanish allure at our San Luis Obispo bed and breakfast in the heart of California’s Edna Valley wine region. Relax and rejuvenate in one of eight uniquely appointed bed and breakfast suites at La Posada. For an elegant vacation escape with the spacious amenities of home, the enchanting Hacienda awaits.
Spa: None
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 805-548-1000
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Join us at La Quinta® by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown and find yourself in the center of it all. This beautiful, full-service property is located steps from both historic downtown and the Cal Poly campus. If you’re staying for leisure, our rooftop plunge pool, hot tub, and outdoor fireplace invite you to relax while enjoying the best views in town. If you’re here for business, you’ll appreciate our state-of-the-art fitness center, free high-speed WiFi, convenient covered parking, free daily breakfast, and guest rooms designed for the modern business traveler. The convenient on-site 1865 Craft House and Kitchen offers a farm-to-table-inspired menu in a family-friendly atmosphere. Whether you’re here to visit the famous San Luis Obispo Wine Country, tour the historic Hearst Castle, or just need a comfortable place to stay on your next business trip, we look forward to hosting you.
Spa: None
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 805-548-1000
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Located halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, in the historic town of San Luis Obispo, California, Madonna Inn is renowned for its 110 distinct guest rooms, whimsical charm, and unique amenities and activities.
Phone: 805-543-3000
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Why stay near the beach when you can stay on the beach? One of the best features of our Pismo Beach hotel is the oceanfront address, as well as our central location just steps from the Pismo Beach Pier, downtown restaurants, and Oceano Dunes – the only place in California where you can drive on the beach! Enjoy bold, beach vibes during your stay at our oceanfront hotel in Pismo Beach, where you can slip into relaxation mode from the moment you arrive, flip flops optional.
Spa: None
Event Space: No
Phone: 805-773-2422
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The SeaCrest fits in perfectly with the Central Coast feel offering fun, easy-going, family friendly vibes. Our hotel offers bright OceanView guestrooms, a pool with three surrounding hot tubs, two terraces, BBQs, plus an on-site restaurant and bar (Willow Kitchen and Cocktails).
Spa: Avila Beach Massage
Event Space: No
Phone: 800-782-8400
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Unwind with one of Paso Robles’ best-kept secrets: Adelaide Inn. Located in the heart of wine country, our charming Paso Robles hotel brings things back to simpler times with our exceptional service, immaculate rooms and thoughtful amenities designed with your comfort in mind. With easy access to year-round events and attractions at the Paso Robles Events Center, there is no better place to stay than the Adelaide Inn.
Spa: None
Event Space: No
Phone: 805-238-2770
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Framed by the rolling landscapes and picturesque vineyards of Paso Robles, Allegretto Vineyard Resort by Ayres is a getaway unlike any other. It is a world unto itself, encouraging self-reflection, the pursuit of meaning and joyful discovery. From the Tuscan-style architecture and museum-caliber artwork to the locally farmed and foraged delights at Cello Ristorante & Bar, our 20-acre hideaway is a celebration of life lived joyfully, harmoniously and with intention.
Spa: Spa Allegretto
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 805-369-2500
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Nestled among the rolling green hills and vineyards of Paso Robles wine country, The Canyon Villa is destined to win your heart. Our inn will enchant you with its Italian architecture, stunning views, intimate setting, luxurious amenities and world-class cuisine.
Imagine a weekend of tranquil bliss: Stay in one of our four gracefully decorated rooms with breathtaking views. Savor a gourmet three-course breakfast, then enjoy a day of vineyard tours and winery visits. After your tasting adventures, come home to The Canyon Villa and relax in front of a flickering fire while you sip wine and enjoy hors d’oeuvres amid the elegant décor of our great room or enjoy your wine and small plates on our Pergola surrounded by Italian Cypress and twittering birds.
Spa: None
Event Space: No
Phone: 805-238-3362
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The GENESEO INN is a luxury boutique hotel nestled in the rolling hills of Paso Robles wine country. Built of industrial shipping crates perched above the vines on CASS Winery’s 145 acres of vineyard, the experience truly allows you to “breathe in the vineyard views.”
Spa: None
Event Space: No
Phone: 805- 239-8969
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Hearst Ranch Winery’s historic luxury adobe guest home “La Hacienda” is located in Paso Robles, directly across the street from Hearst Ranch Winery’s vineyards and Paso Robles tasting room. Proprietor’s Jim and Debi Saunders acquired the home in early 2014. When they realized it was an original adobe, built not long after the San Miguel Mission in the 1700s (located just down the road), they knew they had something special. The original home was built from adobe blocks that were handmade from soil in the area by local artisans. During the careful remodel, they took great care to keep two small areas of the walls exposed so that guests can see the beauty in the handmade adobe blocks.
This large historic adobe home is located steps from Hearst Ranch Winery’s Vineyard, Winery and Paso Robles Tasting Room. It features 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 fireplaces, gourmet kitchen, living room, atrium, formal dining room and outdoor entertaining space equipped with patio furniture, BBQ, firepit, and hot tub. New, Mexican tile flooring, original oak hardwood floors, and brightly tiled bathrooms accent the professionally decorated interior. The home is private with views of rolling hills dotted in oak trees, vineyards, and the Salinas River. Active club members receive a 20% discount on nightly rates
Spa: None
Event Space: No
Phone: 805-467-2241
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Newly refreshed and renovated! Experience a blend of modern comfort and wine country hospitality at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Atascadero in SLO County. Located in the Paso Robles wine country, our Atascadero, CA hotel in SLO County is the relaxed Central Coast destination, surrounded by wineries, golf courses, attractions, and festivals. Relax in smartly designed rooms and suites with designer furnishings and lifestyle comforts, including plush beds, a refrigerator and microwave, wall-mounted 45″ TV, quartz bathrooms, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Wake up to a full hot breakfast, a dip in the outdoor pool, and get recharged in our fitness center. Explore the wineries of Paso Robles, drive up to coast to Hearst Castle and enjoy kayaking on Morro Bay. Designed for leisure and business travelers, our hotel offers a contemporary retreat in the Paso Robles wine country.
Spa: None
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 805-462-0200
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They’re just off US-101, with a dozen local restaurants less than 10 minutes away. Check out downtown Atascadero’s art galleries and microbreweries or head to Stadium Park for hikes and gorgeous views. You’ll find several vineyards and wine bars within 15 minutes from the hotel. Bring along your pets to our all-suite hotel, and count on free breakfast and WiFi.
Spa: None
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 805-462-3333
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Treat yourself to the ultimate Paso Robles wine country experience by booking your stay at The Inn at Opolo Vineyards. Guests enjoy our luxurious, spacious rooms and all of the sensory pleasures of Paso Robles in one destination.
Their rooms boast fireplaces, soaking tubs, showers and made-to-order breakfast to enjoy each morning of your stay. They also offer complimentary wine and appetizers each afternoon, along with several amenities designed to enhance your experience.
Spa: None
Event Space: No
Phone: 805-238-9593
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Spa: None
Event Space: No
Phone: 805-591-3224
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Uncover comfort and elegance in the heart of Central Coast Wine Country at La Bellasera Hotel & Suites. With Mediterranean and Italian-inspired architecture, our Paso Robles hotel offers a luxury experience outfitted with all the amenities and features needed to unwind and relax. From classic California cuisine at Enoteca Restaurant & Bar to relaxing by our outdoor pool in the California sun, feel at home at La Bellasera.
Spa: None
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 805-238-2834
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Manucci Winery (home of Wild Coyote Winery & Manucci Spirits) is a family owned & operated Paso Robles estate winery since 1995, a part of the first 20 wineries pioneering the region. Located on the West side of Paso Robles in the newly designated AVA of Adelaida District. Starting 2020 we launched our new website re-branding with our family name while keeping Wild Coyote as our estate “limited” label and Manucci label for our estate “reserve” wines.
Spa: None
Event Space: No
Phone: 805-610-1311
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Known as the fairytale house, the Hansel and Gretel home, or simply as the house with the slanted roof, our Briarwood Cottage on our ONX estate vineyard in the Templeton Gap offers four suites all with their own bathrooms, a large patio with an outdoor fire pit, plenty of seating throughout the cottage with all rooms having views of the vineyard. A two-suite minimum rental is required. Unfortunately, kitchen use is not allowed by our guests but we can put you in touch with a local chef (if available) who can prepare a meal for you in the cottage kitchen. Attached to the main cottage is the apartment which sleeps two, for additional guests or just for a two-person rental.
Our Kiler Canyon Vineyard Retreat in the Willow Creek AVA is a three bedroom, two bath house with all the amenities of an entire vacation rental – full kitchen for use, washer/dryer and large outdoor patio with a grill and hot tub all overlooking an amazing view of vineyards and rolling hills. Attached to the main house is a studio apartment which sleeps two, for additional guests or for a two-person rental.
Spa: None
Event Space: No
Phone: 805-434-5607
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The Vineyard Cottage is nestled on top of a hill overlooking Peachy Canyon Winery’s Mustang Springs Vineyard. Amazing views of the vineyards and the valley below and a secluded feel make this location so unique. Just 5 minutes from downtown Paso Robles. 2 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, with two rollaway beds tucked away for extra guests. A short drive to Lake Nacimiento for outdoor excursions like boating, fishing, hiking, and kayaking. The perfect place to begin your wine tasting adventures!
Spa: None
Event Space: No
Phone: 805-369-6312
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Savor a stylish stay at SpringHill Suites Paso Robles Atascadero. Their hotel boasts a prime location near the Templeton area, Twin Cities Community Hospital and Paso Robles wineries. When you’re not exploring the area, unwind in the comfort of their spacious hotel suites. They provide complimentary Wi-Fi, separate living spaces and plush beds for your ultimate relaxation. Worked up an appetite? Power-up for the day at our free breakfast buffet. During the evening, stop by Union & Vine for delectable Californian cuisine and a large selection of local wines. Active travelers can keep up their workout routine at our outdoor pool and fitness center.
Spa: None
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 805-462-3500
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A celebration of the great outdoors…the Stables Inn is an 19-room hotel located just 3 short blocks from Paso Robles’ historic downtown park.
Featuring modern, stylish and unpretentious accommodations, with touches of Western chic, the Stables Inn is the perfect place to call home as you explore and enjoy all that Paso Robles has to offer.
Spa: None
Event Space: No
Phone: 805-296-3636
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A ranch that blends the charm of a gracious, bygone era with 73 pastoral suites and studios await your arrival. All of our accommodations are outfitted with authentic Western décor, exquisite linens, wood-burning fireplaces, coffee makers, and refrigerators. Adjoining studios or suites are available for families and large parties. This is an authentic California ranch experience, complete with nearly every outdoor activity you can imagine, warm and helpful service, and the kind of brilliant, starry skies that only 10,000 acres can offer.
Spa: Alisal Spa
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 805-693-4208
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In the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley, just minutes from Los Olivos, Santa Ynez and Solvang, Ballard Inn & The Gathering Table delivers an award-winning Ballard, California wine country experience by combining warm and inviting accommodations, attentive staff, and gourmet cuisine from chef/owner Budi Kazali.
Set against the quaint and scenic vineyards and orchards in the heart of the Santa Barbara County’s renowned wine country—our AAA four diamond rated Ballard, California wine country inn is the perfect weekend getaway or business retreat.
Spa: None
Event Space: No
Phone: 800-638-2466
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Intimate and elegant, Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach is a romantic Mediterranean-style villa just two blocks from Santa Barbara’s glistening palm-lined beaches and scenic yacht harbor. Explore the area, including the nearby Funk Zone, to find a range of local offerings, including restaurants, bars, street art, and more. Our Santa Barbara beach hotel welcomes guests with its friendly atmosphere, sparkling pool, and refined ambiance. Ideal for romantic coastal getaways and local wine tasting, Brisas del Mar is also an excellent choice for an extended stay in Santa Barbara.
Spa: None
Event Space: No
Phone: 805- 966-2219
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Their guest rooms reflect a wine country elegance, featuring a cozy fireplace and hypo-allergenic comforters. All rooms include complimentary tasting for two at the Parker family tasting rooms. All rooms are non-smoking and rates quoted are for double occupancy. There is a $50 per person charge per night for extra guests – rollaway beds are available. Two night minimum stay required for Saturday bookings. Rates are subject to change at any time.
Spa: None
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 805-688-7788
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Welcome to ForFriends Inn, situated in downtown Santa Ynez, California and just five minutes from Los Olivos & Solvang. This immaculately detailed eight-room boutique bed & breakfast lies in the heart of the Santa Barbara County Wine Country and is surrounded by rolling hills, cattle ranches, horse farms and over 200 gorgeous vineyards and wineries. ForFriends Inn is within a short walk to tasting rooms and the area’s best restaurants and entertainment; and a short, traffic-free drive to all of the wonderful wineries and other attractions throughout the Santa Ynez Valley and the Santa Rita Hills.
Spa: None
Event Space: No
Phone: 805-693-0303
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Welcome to Hadsten House Inn, a charming French country-style inn located in the quaint Danish village of Solvang, in the heart of Santa Barbara wine country.
Spa: Chumash Casino Resort
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 800-457-5373
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Spa: None
Event Space: No
Phone: 805-688-4413
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They’re off Highway 101 in Buellton in the Santa Ynez Valley, within a mile of many restaurants and bars. The Danish village of Solvang is four miles from the hotel. Buscador Winery & Tasting Room is four minutes away, and Vandenberg Air Force Base is a 24-mile drive. Enjoy free daily hot breakfast, WiFi, and pool.
Spa: None
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 805-686-1555
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Located three blocks from the beach, six blocks from the famed Funk Zone and a beautiful stroll to the harbor, Hideaway Santa Barbara is an exciting new boutique hotel — meticulously curated, and extensively renovated for 2019.
Spa: None
Event Space: No
Phone: 805- 965-2333
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Located in Goleta, a short walk from shopping and dining. The University of California Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Airport are within three miles. Goleta Beach Park is 10 minutes away and we’re 11 miles from downtown Santa Barbara. They have an on-site restaurant, fitness center, and outdoor pool. Enjoy mountain views from their rooftop bar and WiFi.
Spa: None
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 805-562-5996
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They’re an ocean-front stay, right across the street from East Beach, one mile from the Funk Zone district – home to art galleries and wine trails. Santa Barbara Downtown is 10 minutes away and their concierge team can arrange activities such as kayaking, coastal cruises, and golfing. Enjoy their tree-lined pool and tennis courts. They have a spa and bike rental is available.
Spa: Yes
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 805-564-4333
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Hotel Californian continues to redefine luxury in the celebrated American Riviera. The 121-room hotel is a magnet for the Hollywood elite, international visitors and locals alike. Featuring dazzling spaces from celebrity designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard, the iconoclastic enclave – part history, part imagination and all Californian – continues to drive the revitalization of Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone while upending conventional expectations. Hotel Californian is Santa Barbara’s premier urban destination.
Spa: Majorelle
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 805-564-4333
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Hotel Corque offers the ultimate in relaxation and comfort, featuring luxurious and spacious guest rooms and decor specially designed to complement Solvang’s peaceful surrounding wine country.
Spa: None
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 805-688-8000
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Hyatt Place Santa Barbara is the perfect vantage point for uncovering everything Santa Barbara. Leap into the cool waters of the Pacific Ocean from the nearby sandy Santa Barbara beaches, visit University of California, Santa Barbara just seven minutes away, explore Spanish colonial landmarks, shop the downtown boutiques of the American Riviera, or take a quick trip up to Wine Country.
Spa: None
Event Space: Yes
Phone: 805-681-1585
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With classic Mediterranean flare, lush gardens, and a variety of relaxing features like an enclosed sundeck courtyard and whirlpool spa, Inn by the Harbor is a charming seaside escape not to be missed. Their Santa Barbara family-friendly hotel is located just three blocks away from Santa Barbara’s picturesque waterfront. They offer complimentary bike rentals for guests to explore their fascinating city and experience surrounding attractions, including the well-known Santa Barbara neighborhood the Funk Zone.
They’ll welcome you with champagne on arrival. While here, enjoy a deluxe continental breakfast every morning and a wine and cheese reception every afternoon. Milk and fresh-baked cookies are an evening tradition at the Inn.
Spa: None
Event Space: No
Phone: 805-963-7851
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snacks (cheeses, crackers, salami)
a rockin’ playlist for the road
call wineries for a reservation (especially for groups 6+)
plenty of water
license to validate that you’re 21+
money for tasting fees (standard tastings can range from $10 – $35, and
each tasting comes with approximately 4+ tastes)
