The Genevieve
The Genevieve is a restored hotel set in the vineyard country of Santa Ynez, California, with 20 guest rooms and an elegant, indoor-outdoor approach to weddings.
The Genevieve is a hotel destination wedding venue in Santa Ynez, United States, hosting 150 at dinner and 200 standing, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$49,000 (our estimate).
About The Genevieve
The Genevieve is a restored hotel set in the vineyard country of Santa Ynez, California, with 20 guest rooms and an elegant, indoor-outdoor approach to weddings.
The meeting and banquet space seats 150 for a ceremony or a seated dinner and holds up to 200 standing, with outdoor ceremonies possible on site and in-house catering handled by the venue.
Full buyouts are available, so couples can take over all 20 rooms across categories that range from Classic King Rooms for two to Premium Double Queen Suites sleeping four.
Parking is on site, and the property sits roughly 45 minutes from Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) by our estimate.
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Beautiful hotel, classy and elegant. The staff is so friendly and helpful. Loved the ambiance and attention to detail.
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Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 150 guests
- Standing reception
- 200 guests
- Ceremony, seated
- 150 guests
Staying over
- Rooms
- 20 rooms
- Sleeps
- 40 guests
- Room types
- 9 listed
- Whole property to yourselves
- Yes
The ceremony
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
Money
- A wedding for 80 guests
- About US$49,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
- Price
- US$8,000 to US$20,000 venue feeAisle estimate
- Off-season price
- From US$10,000 venue fee
House rules
- Pets
- Yes
- Children
- Yes
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- SBA, 45 min by carAisle estimate
- Parking
- Yes
The spaces
- Event spaces
- Banquet room
- Reception indoors
- Yes
- Space for dancing
- Yes
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Vineyard, restored, elegant
The place
- Swimming pool
- No
- Gardens
- Yes
- Private grounds
- Yes
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
- Outside caterers allowed
- No
- Bring your own wine
- No
- Bar on site
- Yes
Venue highlights
- Seats 150 for a ceremony or seated dinner, and holds 200 standing
- 20 guest rooms, from Classic King Rooms to the Couture King Suite and Genevieve Two Queen Suite
- Full venue buyout available with in-house catering
- Outdoor ceremony option with both indoor and outdoor space
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- SBA · about 45 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into SBA.
- Direct line
- (805) 688-5588
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
How many guests can The Genevieve host?+
The meeting and banquet space seats 150 for a ceremony and 150 for a seated dinner, with capacity for 200 standing.
Can we book the whole property?+
Yes, a buyout is available, which covers all 20 guest rooms.
Is catering provided by the venue?+
Yes, catering is handled in-house.
Can we marry outdoors?+
Yes, outdoor ceremonies are possible, and the property offers both indoor and outdoor space.
What is the estimated cost and how do we get in touch?+
We estimate a venue fee of around USD 8,000 to 20,000. Contact the venue at +1 805-688-5588 or info@thegenevieve.com, or see thegenevieve.com/weddings.
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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
Seated dinner: 150 guests
“CELEBRATE WITH UP TO 150 GUESTS”
Read the source for seated dinnerStanding reception: 200 guests
“Catering to weddings up to 200 persons, it’s sure to be love at first sight.”
Read the source for standing receptionCeremony, seated: 150 guests
“GATHER WITH UP TO 150 GUESTS”
Read the source for ceremony, seatedRooms: 20 rooms
“Buyouts let you transform our 20-room boutique hotel property into your own private paradise for weddings near Santa Barbara.”
Read the source for roomsSleeps: 40 guests
“Max. overnight capacity: 40 guests”
Read the source for sleepsRoom types: 9 listed
“Classic Double Queen Room”
Read the source for room typesWhole property to yourselves: Yes
“Interested in a hotel buyout? We offer that, too.”
Read the source for whole property to yourselvesOutdoor ceremony: Yes
“Exchange vows among expansive greenery and alluring trees in a space fit for the most enchanting celebration.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyIn-house catering: Yes
“Official home to The Victor Restaurant and Bar, our Santa Ynez wedding venues will delight any guest with our unique and seasonal menus, expertly curated to each couple’s individuality.”
Read the source for in-house cateringOutside caterers allowed: No
“It is not permitted to bring a third-party catering service provider”
Read the source for outside caterers allowedBring your own wine: No
“Unfortunately, we do not allow any outside alcohol on-site.”
Read the source for bring your own wineBar on site: Yes
“Official home to The Victor Restaurant and Bar, our Santa Ynez wedding venues will delight any guest with our unique and seasonal menus, expertly curated to each couple’s individuality.”
Read the source for bar on siteOff-season price: From US$10,000 venue fee
“Starting at $10,000 for off-peak dates, and $15,000 for peak dates”
Read the source for off-season pricePets: Yes
“A maximum of two dogs are permitted per pet-friendly room at The Genevieve Hotel in Santa Ynez.”
Read the source for petsChildren: Yes
“Children are welcome.”
Read the source for childrenParking: Yes
“● Complimentary Parking”
Read the source for parkingEvent spaces: Banquet room
“Meeting/banquet facilities”
Read the source for event spacesReception indoors: Yes
“Our 2,000 square‑foot Coach House serves as the ideal Santa Ynez venue for any indoor reception.”
Read the source for reception indoorsSpace for dancing: Yes
“The large barn doors open to a spacious back patio, complete with romantic twinkle lights that set the scene for a dance floor or provide additional seating for dinner.”
Read the source for space for dancingIndoors or out: Both
“With 7,000+ square feet of indoor and outdoor event space, including an expansive event lawn, rustic Coach House, and classic Parlour, we are ready to help you make special memories that will last a lifetime.”
Read the source for indoors or outSetting: Vineyard, restored, elegant
“Nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara wine country, The Genevieve Hotel has set the stage for one-of-a-kind events infused with sophistication and elegance.”
Read the source for settingSwimming pool: No
“While there is no traditional swimming pool, some rooms feature a jacuzzi tub, providing a private relaxation option, though a few guests reported issues with their functionality.”
Read the source for swimming poolGardens: Yes
“Upon arriving, guests will find our garden area featuring fire pits, a majestic brick fireplace, a serene fountain, fragrant rose flower bushes, and romantic twinkle lights.”
Read the source for gardensPrivate grounds: Yes
“Your guests will enjoy the exclusivity of a private estate with all the amenities of a luxury hotel and complete access to amenities and services.”
Read the source for private grounds