De La Vina Inn is a hotel destination wedding venue in CA, United States, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Santa Barbara Airport (SBA), 15 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, September.
De La Vina Inn
Guests arrive at this intimate Santa Barbara hotel to discover a European-style courtyard where ceremony and celebration unfold steps from wine country.
About De La Vina Inn
Guests arrive at this intimate Santa Barbara hotel to discover a European-style courtyard where ceremony and celebration unfold steps from wine country.
The inn's 23 rooms provide comfortable lodging within walking distance of State Street's restaurants and galleries, allowing your wedding party to extend festivities without complicated logistics.
Two on-site event spaces accommodate gatherings from small ceremonies to full receptions, with the flexibility to utilize the property's gardens and interior venues.
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My husband and I rented out the Inn for our wedding at the Santa Barbara courthouse and we couldn’t have been more happy. It is centrally located and so spacious and stunning.
Christal Hayes · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Staying over
- Rooms
- 8 rooms
- Whole property to yourselves
- Yes
The ceremony
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
House rules
- Exclusive use required
- Yes
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- SBA, 15 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Setting
- Urban, historic, elegantAisle estimate
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
- Outside caterers allowed
- Yes
Venue highlights
- 23 guest rooms available on-site for wedding parties and out-of-town attendees
- Two dedicated event spaces ranging from intimate courtyard settings to indoor reception areas
- Located on De La Vina Street, within the historic downtown Santa Barbara district and walking distance to State Street
- 4.7-star Google rating reflecting consistent guest satisfaction and service quality
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 6:00 PM - 10:00 PMWelcome reception in the courtyard for arriving guests; check-in to hotel rooms
- 10:00 AMGuest arrival; light breakfast and coffee service
- 3:00 PMCeremony in courtyard or indoor event space
- 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMCocktail hour and photos
- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PMReception dinner and dancing
- 8:00 AM - 11:00 AMFarewell brunch for remaining guests; late checkout coordination
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- SBA · about 15 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Santa Barbara Airport.
- Typical total
- $8,000-20,000+Aisle estimate
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$8,000-20,000+ depending on guest count (50-100 guests), duration, and menu selections
- Ceremony fee
- $1,500-3,000Aisle estimate
- Reception
- $75-150 a headAisle estimate
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$75-150 (food and beverage; varies by menu selection)
- Room rate
- $200-400 a nightAisle estimate
See the full figure+
$200-400 per room (23 rooms available)
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- (805) 774-1463
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing is approximate and should be confirmed with the venue. Final cost depends on event date, room block size, catering selections, and any décor or special services. Contact the events team for a formal quote.
Questions about the venue
Can we accommodate overnight guests at the venue?+
Yes. De La Vina Inn has 23 rooms available, allowing your wedding party and guests to stay on-site or nearby. This is ideal for multi-day celebrations and reduces guest transportation concerns.
What is the venue's capacity?+
The property can accommodate between 20-150 guests depending on which event spaces you select and how you configure the ceremony and reception areas.
Are there outdoor ceremony options?+
Yes. The European-style courtyard provides an outdoor ceremony setting, with indoor backup spaces available for weather contingencies.
Is there on-site catering and bar service?+
The inn operates its own restaurant and bar, offering catering and beverage services for events. You can discuss customized packages with the events team.
What is the venue's location relative to Santa Barbara's main attractions?+
De La Vina Inn sits downtown, within walking distance of State Street's shops, galleries, and restaurants, making it convenient for guests to explore between events.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.
Sources for individual venue facts
Rooms: 8 rooms
“Built circa 1905, this historic Queen Anne haven boasts eight cozy guest rooms, each offering privacy and comfort, with fine dining and a lively downtown just a short walk away.”
Read the source for roomsWhole property to yourselves: Yes
“All events require a full buyout of the De La Vina Inn property, ensuring complete privacy and exclusive use of our facilities.”
Read the source for whole property to yourselvesOutdoor ceremony: Yes
“It’s a natural companion to your celebration: host your rehearsal dinner or after-party there, or hold your ceremony in our garden and move the reception indoors.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyIn-house catering: Yes
“While we pride ourselves on exceptional in-house catering, outside caterers require prior approval from Hearth Hospitality.”
Read the source for in-house cateringOutside caterers allowed: Yes
“Outside caterers require prior approval from Hearth Hospitality.”
Read the source for outside caterers allowedExclusive use required: Yes
“All events require a full buyout of the De La Vina Inn property, ensuring complete privacy and exclusive use of our facilities.”
Read the source for exclusive use required