FAQs

  • E. Cabrillo Parking Lot
    Santa Barbara

    Beside the Cabrillo Pavilion at the intersection of Corona Del Mar and E. Cabrillo Blvd

  • 2026 Season:
    May: Open Weekends
    June - Sept: Open Full Week
    Oct: Open Weekends

    Hours: 11am to Sunset
    Check reserve page for closures

  • You can see all packages here and the specific inclusions and prices for each by clicking ‘Learn More.’

    Our packages include towels and a cooler for you to bring your own ice, snacks and drinks - or purchase them from our front desk.

    Packages are preset kits with specific add-ons available for each. Modifications are generally confined to those add-ons and removing items do not reduce the price.

  • Reserve:
    You can check availability and reserve here. Upon booking, you will receive a confirmation email with all the details.

    Cancel / Reschedule:
    Cancel or Reschedule up to 48 hours prior to reservation start time for a full refund or credit valid for one year from cancellation date.

  • If we determine significant wind or rain will impact your day, we will offer to reschedule or a credit for future use valid for one year.

  • We provide a cooler with each set-up for you to bring your own ice, food and drink or purchase them from our front desk.

    Alcohol is prohibited by the city so consumption of alcohol is at your own risk.

  • Pickup at The Beach:
    Reunion Kitchen, Convivo and Cafe Lido are within a block of the beach club and great for placing a pickup order. Guests will need to pickup their own orders.

    Delivery:
    If you’d like to order food delivery to the beach, we recommend using the address for the Cabrillo Inn at the Beach - 931 E Cabrillo Blvd - and walking across the street to receive it, as the parking lot can be difficult on busy weekends. Lucky Penny and Three Pickles are favorites.

    Pickup on the way:
    We love East Beach Tacos, which is easy to place an order in advance and pickup on your way.

  • Our Cabanas are designed for celebrations up to 50 guests - and our Teak Table can be added for food service and additional seating. Onsite cooking / catering service, alcohol, and /or bar are not allowed without the addition of a permit. Food can be picked-up or delivered for self-service and canned drinks can be dropped into coolers for self-service.

    For groups larger group sizes or events aiming for bar or food service, see our custom Cabana offerings for Teak Beach and permit services. Minimums and restrictions apply.

  • Bundles consists of five credits, each worth the value of a half-day in your package of choice. One credit can be used per reservation and applied only toward rental packages.

    Credits cannot be combined, used in portion, applied to retail items or used on holiday dates. Credits are valid for one-year from date of purchase and are non-refundable.

  • Season Pass memberships entitles you to the inclusions outlined in each member level. For events, some are included with membership and some are ticketed with discounted pricing for members. Season Pass purchases are non-refundable and non-transferrable. Season pass subscriptions auto-renews annually unless cancelled occurs before renewal.

  • Further questions? Send us an email hi@thebarbara.co — or send a text to (805)500-6786

    Our reservations team respond to inquiries in the order received. Please allow 72 hours for reply before follow-up. If your inquiry is for a date within’ 72 hours, our team will prioritize your reply.