Hotel Details

Hotel Santa Barbara

Address: 533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Phone Number: 805-957-9300
Website: www.hotelsantabarbara.com

About Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara is waiting for you in the heart of downtown where warm hospitality meets rich history. Relax in the elegant sunlit lobby, and then step outside to exceptional shopping, cafes, and restaurants. Stroll down State Street to the beach and Stearns Wharf. Explore the Funk Zone and the Urban Wine Trail. Set your own pace, and then wander back to your private retreat in the middle of bustling downtown. 

Don't forget to pack these trip essentials!

Must Haves

• Cash/credit card/photo ID
• 3-5 sets of running clothes, one for each leg (pro tip: Ziploc plastic bags for dirty running clothes)
• Costume of your choice for our contest on Friday night! (Coordinate with your team!)
• Running shoes & multiple pairs of socks
• Running gloves (night running can be in the 50°'s)
• Layers (temperature will swing 30+ degrees from morning to night, 50°-80°+)
• Sunglasses, hat
• Casual clothes for non-race days/other events
• Toiletries (toothbrush/toothpaste, antiperspirant)
• Personal towel
• Sunscreen
• Wet Wipes, antibacterial
• Small pillow, Sleeping bag /blanket & sleeping mat (for night course, you will be sleeping on the ground)
• Reusable water bottles
• Mobile phone & charger (charging stations will be provided for the day course)
• Food & snacks - running fuel & hydration (Nuun, Gatorade, etc.), also food for night course - only snacks/drinks will be provided 

Nice To Haves

• Running GPS App or other watch to track your pace (or laps on track)
• Backpack/gym bag for race day gear (trash bag to keep gear dry at night, from sea mist)
• Glasses, contact lens solution 
• Light jacket/shell
• Change of clothes for the beach
• Swimsuit
• Spare running shoes, sandals
• Flashlight
• First aid (Icy Hot, aspirin, antacids, bandages, blister bandages)
• Glow sticks, beach games, cards, water squirt guns
• Massage gun, stick, roller, stretching bands, etc.
• Bible, journal

World Vision To Provide

• Breakfast (on Thursday/Friday)
• Lunch  (on Friday)
• Dinner  (on Friday/Saturday)
• Water/Drinks
• Light snacks 
• Two LED flashing vests per team (front and back) for twilight running

Printable Packing List

Don't forget to RSVP for our TWV dinner!

Click below to RSVP for the TWV Team Dinner Thursday, July 11th at 5:00 PM! TWV Team Dinner is at the @ Cabrillo Pavilion (Google Maps) right on the beach! *Dinner will be on the second floor. 

RSVP TO TEAM DINNER 

And reserve your team hat!

Order a hat 

Local Info

How to Get Around

TWV Shuttles available for transport to and from Shake-Out Run, Lizard's Mouth Hike, & Team Dinner

Bicycle Santa Barbara - Electric bikes are available for 30 minutes at a time or more. There are lots of bikes around the city and a docking station just a few steps from the hotel.

Wheel Fun Rentals - Bicycle rental location in the Funk Zone featuring specialty cycles, bicycles, Taga Bikes, electric bikes, beach rentals, and more.

Local Favs

Chad's Cafe (Google Maps) - fantastic breakfast with a breathtaking beach view

Dune Coffee (Google Maps) - hip local coffee spot within walking distance of the hotel

The Funk Zone (Google Maps) - a hub for arts, dining, retail, culture, etc. in Santa Barbara

Dart Coffee (Google Maps) - great relaxing outside vibe to sit, sip, and chat in the Funk Zone

Mony's Tacos (Google Maps) - casual Mexican option offering traditional fare and a big selection of salsa flavors

Relaxing Station (Google Maps) - simple, affordable, and wonderful massage station located close to the hotel