The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is an oceanfront luxury resort offering breathtaking Pacific Ocean views for wedding celebrations. Couples can exchange vows on The Bluff or Ocean View Lawns with dramatic panoramic ocean backdrops, then celebrate in the classic elegance of the Bacara Ballroom or the sun-filled Rotunda and Terrace. Dedicated wedding managers and an award-winning culinary team guide every detail for an unforgettable celebration.
Pricing
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Day of week
Season
Space
Your estimate · Venue + F&B Min.
$65,000
Saturday · Peak · The Bluff And Rotunda
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$50,000 food and alcohol minimum
The venue quotes food and alcohol directly but requires at least $50,000. That minimum is in the total above; anything beyond it needs a quote.
Taxes & fees: A 26% service fee applies to indoor events and a 29% service fee applies to outdoor events, plus applicable sales tax.
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The property
A luxury oceanfront resort and hotel featuring multiple indoor and outdoor event spaces, including The Bluff and Ocean View Lawns for ceremonies and the Rotunda and Bacara Ballroom for receptions.
The setting
The resort sits along the Pacific coastline with sweeping ocean views from The Bluff and Ocean View Lawns.
The dramatic panoramic views of the ocean provide a stunning natural backdrop for ceremonies and celebrations.
Numbers are the capacity the venue states for that part of the day.
Planning details
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