Santa Barbara Weddings: Wedding Menus: Fess Parker's DoubleTree Resort and Hotel in Santa Barbara, CA

What is included in the rental/site fees? Set up of the resort tables, chairs, linens, napkins, china, glassware, flatware, up to 5 votive candles ($1 per additional), dance floor, riser, easels and tear down/clean up. Additional umbrellas will be an additional fee.

What size tables do you have/use? Guests usually eat at 72’’ diameter round tables. We can do any version/size of a head table that includes 1?2 rounds or rectangular tables (6ft or 8ft long x 18’’ or 30’’ wide). Table height is 32’’.

What are the linen colors and sizes? White, Ivory, Black or Burgundy - 90”x90” square linens. Chair covers and floor length linen are an additional rental cost through a company of your choosing; please refer to our vendor list. Resort staff cannot tie chair cover bows.

How large is the dance floor? 4ftx4ft squares to fit size of party & venue. No dance floor provided in the Plaza or beach.

What size stages do you offer for bands? Our stage pieces are 6ftx8ftx16’’ or 24’’ or 32’’ high. If your band requires a specific dimension, tell your catering manager. There will be a $150 charge for a power drop if your band is larger then five pieces.

What time will the event room be ready for client set up? Approximately 1 hour prior to the event start time.

Are there time limits for our events? 6 hours from when your guests arrive. Does not include set up/tear down. Additional hours available at $400 per hour. Events in the Plaza may not go past 11pm.

Are there noise restrictions? Music cannot be louder than 90 decibels in any of our event spaces.

What are the due dates for food & beverage guarantees? One week before the event. Please email to your manager along with your final diagram and seating chart.

Who makes the cake? Montecito Confections and Anna’s Bakery will customize a cake for you. Additional fees may apply depending on higher levels of detail. Contact each bakery to set up a detailing appointment, and order your cake.

Can we make changes to the package or menus? Yes, contact your catering manager. This may change pricing.

Can I offer more than one entrée to my guests? Yes, this is called a split menu and is $4 additional per guest, per additional option. A chef’s selection of vegetarian/vegan entrée will always be available at no additional fee. You must send your options to your guests on your invitations, keep track of their responses/orders and indicate their selection on their place card the night of the wedding.

Are vendor meals available? Several options available, suggestions include a TO GO meals or they can dine in our Café Los Arcos.

Are children’s meals available? Several menu options available for children 5 to 12 years of age. Price is $21.95 per person. For buffet selections, price will be half of adult buffet menu.

Rehearsal dinners & Post Wedding Brunch options? Contact your catering manager for availability & menu options.

How does the room block work? Room blocks begin at 10 rooms and you will be responsible for 80% of the number of rooms contracted. You will work with a Sales Manager and reduced rates are based on availability.

When can we check in to our guestrooms? Check In is at 4:00 p.m. Check out is 11:00 a.m.

Is there a “changing room” available to the bridal party? No, but you may consider reserving a guestroom the night before the event, or upgrading your package ocean view room to a larger suite, and reserving it the night before.

Is there a schedule of Holidays/Events in Santa Barbara? Yes, please see our wedding/events booklet.

Do you have a list of Wedding Coordinators you recommend? Yes, they are included in the Special Event Planner under Preferred Event Professionals or on our website.

Is there a deposit? There is a NON REFUNDABLE deposit of $3000 required to secure your space.

Do you require insurance? Not from the client signing the contract. Your vendors will need to provide a certificate to the resort.

Do you offer space heaters? They can be provided at an additional cost of $90 per heater, with a delivery charge of $75.

Is additional lighting needed in the Plaza? Yes, please ask for Presentation Services Special Events lighting and sound brochure.

Are there any additional costs that could accrue? Yes, depending on what your needs for example; if you would like a dedicated server(s) to tray pass food or beverage, the cost is $35 per server.

Is there a charge for parking? Yes self-parking is $2 for the first hour and $1 per hour afterwards, with a maximum of $10 per day. There is a $7 flat rate for day use valet parking, and $18 for overnight valet parking. Arrangements can be made if you wish to pay for your guest parking.