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To make Hotel reservations by phone, please call the hotel directly using the phone numbers listed. Be sure to ask for the Wine Country Half Marathon discounted group rate. Hotels offering online reservations will have a reserve now button. In most cases, you will need to enter the Wine Country Half Marathon Group Code in the form to receive the special discounted rates. Please contact the hotel directly for individual cancellation policies.

Announcing the 2008 Official Wine Country Half Marathon Headquarter Hotels

Hadsten House Inn & Spa & Wine Tasting

1450 Mission Drive
Solvang, CA 93463
P: 805-688-3210 / (800) 457-5373
Half Marathon Rate: $175 weekday / $255 Fri & Sat
2 nights minimum required
Sorry, Sold Out

100% Non-Smoking Hotel! The Hadsten House Inn & Spa, the Official Solvang/Santa Ynez Valley Headquarters Hotel is conveniently located just a few blocks from the Race Finish Line, Post Race Wine & Music Festival and the Complimentary Start Line Shuttles Staging Area.

Indulge in distinctive European style luxury; Custom Mattresses highlight our uniquely appointed guest rooms featuring classic French furnishings, decorative fireplaces and lavish amenities. Race participants are able to rejuvenate by selecting one of our spa suites or relax in Solvang's only heated indoor pool and be pampered in our day-spa as well as savor our local wine tasting and hors d'oeuvres.

Four Seasons Resort — The Biltmore Santa Barbara

1260 Channel Drive
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
P: 805-969-2261 / 805-565-8299
Half Marathon Rate: $379
2 nights minimum required
Sorry, Sold Out

Official Santa Barbara 5 Star Race Headquarters Hotel: Welcome to Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara. Non-Smoking Hotel. A Spanish Colonial treasure whose red roof tiles, ivory adobe and graceful archways grace Butterfly Beach in exclusive Montecito, this classic West Coast resort blends the glory of historic California with Four Seasons service in the heart of "America's Riviera." Discover the height of pampering in a world of pure personal comfort.

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Santa Barbara / Goleta

Best Western Pepper Tree Inn

3850 State Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
P: (805) 687-5511
Half Marathon Rate: $180
SOLD OUT

Notes: 5 acres of tropical gardens. 100% non-smoking. 2 large swimming pools, 2 whirlpools, Massage room & fitness center, restaurant & cocktail lounge, room service, laundry, hair salon, coffees & fruit in the lobby 24/7, free high-speed wireless Internet. Complimentary SB Airport shuttle.

Canary Hotel

31 West Carrillo Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
P: (805) 884-0300
Half Marathon Rate: $365
Call Hotel

Notes: Fun, fashionable hotel, right in the heart of the city. Amenities include: rooftop terrace w/pool, whirlpool & fireplace, restaurant, 24-hour room service, Pet Friendly program, "Good to Be Bad" Mini Bar, iPod station, 42" Flat screen TV w/DVD player, in-room safe, robes, iron/board & hair dryer.

Fess Parker's Doubletree Resort

633 East Cabrillo Boulevard
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
P: (805) 564-4333
Half Marathon Rate: $269

Notes: This Four Diamond resort encompasses 24 landscaped acres w/ 3 restaurants, bar & poolside grill. Amenities: lighted tennis courts w/on-call Pro, putting green, outdoor heated pool/jacuzzi, health club & spa services, bike & rollerblade rentals, complimentary airport shuttle.

Hampton Inn — Goleta

5665 Hollister Ave
Goleta, CA 93117
P: (805) 681-9800
Half Marathon Rate: $179

Notes: Just 40 min. from Santa Ynez, a few miles from historic Santa Barbara & near the SB Airport. Competitors receive complimentary breakfast "On the Run" — healthy granola bar, apple, water, muffin & Hampton Inn sports bottle. "Enjoy your stay. We've got you covered."

Hotel Mar Monte

1111 East Cabrillo Blvd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
P: (805) 963-0744
Half Marathon Rate: $189 King; $239 Ocean View Double
Enter online Attendee Code "Marathon 0508".

Notes: Steps away from the 3-mile Cabrillo Bikeway, enjoy a warm-up run along beachfront path. 100% non-smoking hotel. Fitness center, tranquil spa, gourmet Bistro restaurant w/views of the Pacific. Healthy snacks always available. Special pasta dinner for participants the night before the race!

Hotel Oceana Santa Barbara

202 W Cabrillo Blvd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
P: (805) 965-4577
Half Marathon Rate:
$220 King; $245 Doubles
Sold Out

Notes: Coming soon.

Ramada Limited

4770 Calle Real
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
P: (805) 964-3511
Half Marathon Rate:
1 King $130, 2 Queens $150
Call Hotel

Notes: Towering palms surround the tranquil lagoon in the lovely garden courtyard. A cut above in service, comfort and value. Year-round heated pool & hot tub. Continental Breakfast w/freshly grilled waffles, high speed Internet access, taxi service to/from SB Airport, all complimentary.

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Santa Ynez Valley

Holiday Inn Express — Solvang

1455 Mission Drive
Solvang, CA 93463
P: (805) 688-2018
Half Marathon Rate: $135
2 nights minimum required
Sold Out

Notes: Walking distance to finish line / post race party and the Danish Town of Solvang. Shopping, restaurants, chocolate factories and wine tasting rooms! Centrally located within the Santa Barbara County's Wine Valley. Complimentary Breakfast and Wine Tasting passes.

Marriott Santa Ynez Valley

555 McMurray Road
Buellton, CA 93427
P: (805) 688-1000
Half Marathon Rate:
$179 Single/Double
Sold Out

Notes: Non-Smoking Rooms! Minutes to Solvang, race start line shuttles and finish line/post race music festival. Located 30 miles north of Santa Barbara airport, conveniently off Hwy 101 at the gateway to Santa Barbara Wine Country.

Wine Valley Inn & Cottages

1564 Copenhagen Drive
Solvang, California 93463
P: (805) 688-2111 / (800) 824-6444
Half Marathon Rate: $149-$359
2 nights minimum required
Sold Out

Notes: Rooms individually decorated with European charm. Complimentary continental breakfast & newspaper, on-site exercise facility & spa treatments in massage room.

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