Santa Barbara International Film Festival

Santa Barbara International Film Festival is an eleven-day film festival held in Santa Barbara since 1986. The festival has become one of the leading film festivals in the nation screening over 200 films, hosting tributes and symposiums on the topic of film in the beautiful and idyllic Downtown Santa Barbara.

Wednesday, January 15 – Saturday, January 25, 2020

Hotel Santa Barbara is a proud Supporting Sponsor of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival celebrating our 17th year as the Official Festival Hub!

As the Official Festival Hub there is no better place than Hotel Santa Barbara to experience the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Our lobby offers Hotel guests an opportunity to mix and mingle with filmmakers, writers, producers, and actors. The center of the action, Hotel Santa Barbara also houses the Festival’s hospitality office and press room, and passholder lounge. In addition, attendees and guests have access to real time movie schedules.

Hotel Santa Barbara’s central downtown location makes it the perfect place to stay during the festival. The hotel is located within walking distance of all the downtown area theaters and festival events. Hotel guests and festival attendees are encouraged to walk to film screenings, stroll along State Street, enjoy the local dining and wine venues, and head back to the hotel to relax before the curtain rises on your next film.

Book your stay for the 2020 Santa Barbara International Film Festival today!

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