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Sonya Krimsky
Sonya Krimsky
Catering Sales Manager

6 years in business

We speak English and Spanish

Large team (21+ members)

Mar Monte Hotel, nestled on the coast of Santa Barbara, California, is a stunning venue for weddings and other special occasions. Found in the center of the vibrant city landscape, it is close to renowned attractions and only a short drive to the International airport for loved ones coming from abroad. Its iconic location and oceanfront views make it a wonderful location for newlyweds to celebrate their special day.

Facilities and Capacity

The Mar Monte Hotel is a place to sit back, relax, and enjoy the romantic surroundings. Couples can start the day off with a breathtaking ceremony with sand in their toes, a sea breeze flowing through their hair, and the Pacific Ocean in the backdrop. A whimsical pergola can easily be set up for them to stand under as they exchange their vows, while rows of white chairs with loved ones seated line up either side of the aisle. When everything is said and done, everyone can head to the fantastic choice of reception spaces inside and outside the hotel. From small, intimate gatherings of 40 to grand celebrations of up to 320 guests, they have modern yet charming spaces to match. The Pacific Ballroom is perfect for a reception-style event complete with glistening chandeliers, an open dance floor, and large windows that face out onto the ocean. After an evening of dining and dancing, everyone can head back to their well-appointed guest rooms that differ in size and style. Newlyweds can treat themselves to the Hospitality Suite at Palmoro House with a spacious living room, dining area, and outdoor patio.

Services Offered

Their dedicated team will be there every step of the way to ensure everything goes off without a hitch. They offer a range of services, including on-site catering, valet parking, craft cocktails, signature menus, and more. They also have a listed of trusted vendor recommendations for couples if they need guidance in the lead up to the special day. Soon-to-be-weds can reach out to Mar Monte Hotel today to get started on planning the beach wedding they have always dreamed of.

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FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$3,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$1,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$3,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,500

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$48

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Wine

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

7

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Beach
Historic Building
Hotel
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
December

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Mar Monte is highly praised by customers for its exceptional service and beautiful beachfront location in Santa Barbara. Sonya and Patricia are highlighted for their attention to detail and helpfulness throughout the planning process. The staff, including Gavin at the front desk, is commended for their hospitality and ensuring guest comfort. Guests enjoyed the delicious food, stunning views, and attentive service during the reception, making it a memorable and enjoyable experience for everyone. The venue's central location and flexibility with one-off requests are also appreciated by customers who have hosted wedding room blocks and events at Mar Monte.

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Mar Monte is highly praised by customers for its exceptional service and beautiful beachfront location in Santa Barbara. Sonya and Patricia are highlighted for their attention to detail and helpfulness throughout the planning process. The staff, including Gavin at the front desk, is commended for their hospitality and ensuring guest comfort. Guests enjoyed the delicious food, stunning views, and attentive service during the reception, making it a memorable and enjoyable experience for everyone. The venue's central location and flexibility with one-off requests are also appreciated by customers who have hosted wedding room blocks and events at Mar Monte.

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Lauren Sent on 10/20/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful!

Mar Monte was very easy to work with and we had a great time throughout the planning process, and during our reception! Sonya is easygoing and also detail-oriented, and she was a big reason we picked Mar Monte over another venue. We also went with Mar Monte due to its location on the beach and more "classic" Santa Barbara vibe (the recent remodel looks great!).

And the food was so, so good. We greatly enjoyed the tasting and had zero changes we wanted made to the final menu. Everyone was very happy with their dinners at the actual reception, and we got a lot of compliments from guests afterward!

Service was right on schedule during the reception, and staff were very attentive to our guests. I was also impressed with their cocktails! My husband and I were able to take on-the-beach photos during dinner, and we all enjoyed the mountain and ocean views from the ballroom.

We would definitely re-book if we were to do everything over again. (We had 90 guests attend, and had everyone plus a dance floor in the Pacific Ballroom, plus used Seaview for the photobooth and bar -- everything fit perfectly!).
K
Kyle Sent on 12/25/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Exceeded Expectations

Sonya went above and beyond to make sure that everything was taken care. We can’t say it enough how thankful we are for everything she did to accommodate our needs and made our wedding day special. Our family and guests raved about how well everything went and how amazing she was. The hospitality of the Mar Monte staff is unparalleled. Gavin at the front desk made sure that our guests were all comfortable and their stay was to their liking. They honestly made our wedding a day to remember for everyone, and our special day one of a kind. Thank you so much for all your hard work! We will definitely be back in the future and tell everyone we know how great of a stay Mar Monte is!
M
Melanie Sent on 10/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

My go-to for blocks

Many of my clients have hosted their wedding room blocks here and we've always had a great experience! The sales team is highly responsive and flexible with one-off requests and do their best for early check in where available. It's also a great location, central to the beach and the Funk Zone.
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 09/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Welcome Party!

We had a welcome party on the outdoor patio off the lobby at the Mar Monte. It was so fun & beautiful, the staff was incredible, and the food/drinks were amazing. Definitely recommend!!
Rebekah
Rebekah Sent on 12/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Dream wedding

I am beyond grateful for The Mar Monte helping my dream wedding come true! Patricia literally told me I’ll be able to relax and enjoy myself, that’s what I did. All around, the staff were amazing! They were kind and attentive to everyone’s needs. Planning was fun and painless because Patricia listens and is so helpful. I would absolutely have any event here! Thank you to everyone for making my dream a reality!
Norma
Norma Sent on 09/28/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Everything I hoped for and more. Much more!

We had a destination wedding in the middle of the pandemic. We expected bumps along the way-- there were none. Erin Farrell with the Mar Monte Hotel in Santa Barbara was always accessible, patient and ready to address unexpected last minute changes as they arose. Our wedding was phenomenal for many reasons. Erin and her team's planning /execution were a big part of the reason.
Incredible professionals! We are very grateful. Ken and Norma Essig
Cindy
Cindy Sent on 03/03/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We chose to have our wedding at Hyatt Centric in Santa Barbara and it was the best decision ever! We live in town and have always been attracted to this hotel. It is unique, rich in history and right across from the beach. Amanda and Lorenzo were amazing to plan and work with. I had a very specific vision for everything and they were so accommodating and Amanda answered my many, many, many questions. They treated us so well on our wedding weekend; they made sure we had everything we needed to make our event as special as possible. While my girls and I got ready they brought us a mimosa bar and breakfast items. Our guests still tell us that the Hyatt served some of the best food they have ever had! The suite we stayed in on our wedding night large and beautiful. During our reception they had gone in and put rose petals everywhere and left us chocolate covered strawberries and champagne. So romantic! This place will always have a special place in our hearts. My husband and I definitely recommend getting married at Hyatt!
H
Haley Sent on 08/03/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Having our wedding at the Hyatt was amazing. We live in San Diego so planning a wedding 4 hours away in Santa Barbara could have been extremely difficult but the team at the Hyatt is amazing. I worked mostly with the catering manager Krista who has since moved out of the area. She was incredible with countless emails back and forth and continuously offering so much more help and assistance than ever expected! When she left, Amanda, Shae, and Lorenzo took over with the final touches and communications. They are so sweet and knowledgeable and helpful. They again like krista continued to exceed our expectations with their accommodations. They assisted with the rehearsal and the wedding to make sure everything ran smoothly for us and everything was perfect! They treated us like family. I would definitely recommend the Hyatt. There are plenty of options for space. We had our ceremony on the beach and the reception inside the vista ballroom. The food is delicious! We received a lot of compliments on the food and the wedding overall. Couldn't be happier!
D
Daniel Sent on 01/19/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had our wedding reception at the Hyatt! It could not have gone better! Krista Kurosaki specifically was absolutely amazing. She is very detail oriented, accommodating, knowledgeable and a great person. She helped helped us plan a wonderful reception and made sure we had the perfect celebration for our wedding. As for the venue, the property is gorgeous and in a brilliant location across from the beach. The food and beverage was wonderful. The entire staff showed us a great amount of attention to make sure everything went off without a hitch. We highly recommend using this property for a special event and especially a wedding reception. Make sure to work with Krista as she is beyond amazing! - A&D
J
Jabrielle Sent on 10/15/2016
5 out of 5 rating
We had our wedding reception at Hyatt Santa Barbara and it was just an amazing experience for us and the guests! Krista Kurosaki, the catering manager, treated me and my wife like family. From planning up to the time we had our reception, it was just excellent customer service. The bartender, the servers, all the staff who worked with us from check in to check out were very polite and professionals. The complimentary room that came with the reception package was set up immaculately! Despite the exhaustion we felt before going to bed, the atmosphere of that room was just so romantic. I highly recommend this place for anyone getting married at Santa Barbara.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2009 Winner
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I've had the pleasure of working with Krista and the team at the Hyatt Centric Hotel in Santa Barbara for weddings this past year and I couldn't have been more pleased with the experience. Krista is wonderful to work with always very responsive and helpful whenever I or my brides/grooms have questions. They are very accommodating with requests and go above and beyond to make sure you are taken care of before and on the wedding day. As a Wedding Planner I felt very much at ease knowing my couples were in good hands. They took care of many details on the wedding day so I could focus on the couples and the guest experience. I really felt that we were a team working together so everything could flow very smoothly. The hotel itself is in a great location just across from the beach which makes for great photos and people watching. It is close to many local attractions and just minutes from downtown. The hotel is clean and comfortable and the staff is very attentive. The food for the cocktail hour and reception was outstanding. They have a very diverse menu to accommodate a variety of requests and dietary needs. I was very impressed with the quality of the food as well as the professional service from banquet staff. This hotel is a excellent choice for any social gathering, corporate event or wedding especially those who are planning a destination wedding/event who want to give their guests the Santa Barbara experience.

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As a wedding planner, who does weddings at many venues, The Hyatt Centric is, without a doubt, an excellent choice. This venue is beautiful, romantic, and has everything a bride could want on her wedding day! Their knowledgeable and talented managers and staff are great to work with and are very professional. The venue has many elegant ocean view banquet halls, AMAZING food and friendly staff that pay attention to details. It is always a pleasure to coordinate weddings there. I highly recommend this wonderful venue to anyone looking for a very special place for their wedding day! Giseli Spera- Wedding Planner.

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Mar Monte Hotel frequently asked questions

Mar Monte Hotel includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Mar Monte Hotel includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Mar Monte Hotel includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
The space offered by Mar Monte Hotel for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Beach
  • Historic Building
  • Hotel
  • Waterfront
Mar Monte Hotel offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Mar Monte Hotel offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Mar Monte Hotel offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Mar Monte Hotel offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
Mar Monte Hotel is recommended by 94% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.7 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in flexibility, 4.7 in quality of service, 4.7 in professionalism, 4.7 in value and 4.6 in average response time.
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