The perfect destination wedding location is right at your fingertips. Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach is the all-inclusive, wedding-and-a-vacation package for your most important moments. As a Santa Barbara wedding photographer, I cannot get enough of this wedding venue for its beach location and luxury resort accommodations. We’ll answer all of your questions about this California wedding venue.
Zachari Dunes, The Resort
Between Santa Barbara and Malibu lies Zachari Dunes, the newest member of the Hilton Curio Collection. This resort on the beach is so much more than a hotel. And can serve as more than just a venue for your wedding day, it is also an amazing honeymoon destination! In short, enjoy activities like snorkeling, surfing, parasailing, or a game of golf. In the evening, relax with a spa treatment and a dip in the resort pool. Whatever your style, Zachari Dunes at Mandalay Beach is all the best kinds of luxury.
Reception Areas and Guests That Can Be Accommodated
Receptions are often held in one of two ballrooms available at Zachari Dunes. Both are designed to accommodate large celebrations comfortably. The first, the Tides Ballroom, can host up to 400 guests. The Coastal Ballroom is about half that, holding a maximum of 250 guests. Both ballrooms are furnished with beautiful architecture and chandeliers. Offering your Santa Barbara wedding an elegant and sophisticated atmosphere.
Locations for Wedding Ceremonies at Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach
The three top locations for a wedding ceremony at Zachari Dunes are the Playa Vista Lawn, Mandalay Beach, and Garden Courtyards. Each offers a unique and beautiful backdrop for your wedding ceremony while allowing customizations to the seating arrangement and decor.
The Playa Vista Lawn is a manicured lawn facing the beach, which makes for a stunning and comfortable ceremony location. If you’d like to say your vows on the sand next to the surf, you can set your ceremony on Mandalay Beach itself. Or, the Garden Courtyards are nestled in the heart of the resort, surrounded by foliage and waterfalls, and would be perfect for a more intimate occasion.
Cost Considerations
It’s always best to call for a consultation and a quote because your cost will be determined by the number of guests, time of year, and spaces you’ve selected. Even so, most online sources say that ceremony fees will run upwards of $2,000, and wedding packages will start at $250 per guest. There is an additional fee for catering.
Other Considerations
The oceanfront suites at Zachari Dunes are so convenient for this destination wedding. For example, book your wedding party’s suites in a block for ease, and host your rehearsal dinner in one of the many casual event spaces. In addition, wedding packages include a two-night stay at the resort for the happy couple.
As you prepare for the wedding of your dreams at Hilton’s Zachari Dunes at Mandalay Beach, don’t forget to book your Santa Barbara wedding photographer. I would love to capture these once-in-a-lifetime moments with you. Reach out today and let’s talk about your wedding day.
