2819 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, United States of America
#44 of 64 hotels in Santa Barbara
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1741 hotel reviews
7.5Cleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.8
Location
8.1
Facilities
7.6
Staff
8.2
Value for money
7.3
Free WiFi
7.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: May 17, 2024
Dale
United States of AmericaThe TV system didn’t have cable/local TV. It had Netflix and other streaming services, but if you wanted to watch a game on ESPN or catch the local news you are out of luck.
Centrally located. Nice grounds. The pool area looks inviting but was too clody and cool to take a dip .
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 16, 2024
Linda
United KingdomQuiet location yet walkable into main areas of town. Our deluxe, king, room was spacious & perfect for our stay.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 16, 2024
Shivhare
United States of AmericaThis was a clean and beautiful property.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 13, 2024
Irene
United States of AmericaNo magnifying mirror in bathroom, poor lighting in bathroom.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 13, 2024
Joseph
United KingdomNo breakfast included.
Swimming pool and bar
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 10, 2024
Anna
United States of AmericaCourt yard is awesome. Restaurant that is attached-delicious
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 7, 2024
Mellissa
United States of AmericaI only stayed one night, but found the hotel to be easy, clean, and nicely decorated. There is a nice restaurant and bar which extends out to the pool. I walked from there straight down State street (about a mile) to the fun, nightlife area of Santa Barbara for the evening then took an Uber home. In the morning I was able to run down to the beach from the hotel and take a dip in the pool when I returned.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: May 6, 2024
Tracey
United KingdomWow! Want a diamond of a find! Beautiful setting, amazing staff, great food
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 30, 2024
Judith
United States of AmericaI like crisp sheets, these were not but the bed was clean and comfortable.
The outdoors eating space was lovely with mature plantings. The food we had for dinner was very tasty
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 30, 2024
Resirey
GermanyThe rooms are a little dated and slightly run down.
Location was definitely a plus. Free parking and just a couple of minutes to the beach by car. Good price in comparison to hotels and motels further down on State Street.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 27, 2024
Carol
United KingdomA very minor thing - the fridge was off when we arrived but it didn't take long to cool down.
This was a great room - spacious, clean, quiet, separate anteroom with the fridge and microwave by the sink so no gurgling noises at night, small moveable sofa to catch the setting sun, balcony overlooking central courtyard with palms. I thought the restaurant tables in the courtyard would mean it was noisy but it wasn't. We didn't eat at the there but the food looked (and smelt) lovely!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 26, 2024
Limna
United States of AmericaIt should have a microwave.
It was close to downtown and nearby towns.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 25, 2024
Sue
United KingdomNothin really
Very basic but had everything we needed and very spacious. Restaurant was amazing on site
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 25, 2024
Linda
United States of AmericaIt’s an older building if that bothers anyone
Nice room for a bargain price. Very nice restaurant.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 23, 2024
Lisa
United States of AmericaWater pressure was horrible on the 3rd floor. Also we did not have maid service the entire time we were there.
Cute property with nice spacious rooms that overlook a lovely courtyard.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 21, 2024
Jeanie
United States of AmericaCONS: the floors, stone tiles, are SO Cold, bring slippers. We had a Deluxe King Room and personally I prefer the Double I had last time. It was much larger but no little sofa.
This is my 3rd stay at The Lemon Tree Inn. Top end of State Street so it’s nice and quiet but you will need your car. There is a market right behind it for whatever you might need. The bed was super comfy. Heat and air worked fine. The TV was great, a new version with several streaming apps already installed, Prime, Netflix, Hulu and a couple others. You just need to sign in if you subscribe. Coffee, little fridge and iron board in the dressing/sink area.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 20, 2024
Jarppa1979
FinlandWe would be happy to have coffee inside room every morning, but unfortunately they were no coffee bags. The hotel needs renovations in some places, but for that money it was Ok. If you have a limited budget, this hotel is for you.
I liked the location which matches the price. My aim was to play golf and visit the downtown, and the hotel was in the middle of the way. The hotel location was good for my aims. It was pleasant to enjoy the pool in the middle of Appril. The staff was attentive and helpfull. The cleaning service was much better than expected. Each room has a balcony which allows enjoying the palms in the internal yard.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 18, 2024
Erika
United States of AmericaThere were very loud birds outside the hotel room that woke me up both mornings. This was quite annoying. Maybe a different room would not have encountered that problem.
The beds were very comfortable. The room was a good size and had a mini fridge and coffee maker. The hotel is old but the landscaping is very pretty and it was clean.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 15, 2024
Frank
United States of AmericaI had booked the room for less than I got charged for. I think it was for like $100 or something. I booked it online through a travel agency and it didn't show up on the register and that made me extremely mad
That there was a bar and a restaurant on the facility
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 14, 2024
Katie
United KingdomRoom wasn’t as modern as some of the ones we stayed in and bathroom a bit outdated.
Outdoor area was wonderful. Pool, bar and garden seating were lovely in beautiful gardens.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 13, 2024
Jk
United States of AmericaThin walls. A little pricey for the room quality
Nice grounds. Nice staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 12, 2024
Edith
United States of AmericaDidn't get good sleep from the connecting room next to us . They were up all night till 330am. Waste of money and night. Had to call the front office.
View from my room was amazing. I felt like I was in the jungle amazing place, and I would recommend it .
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 10, 2024
Kathleen
United States of AmericaRoom was far from the pool. I did not request handicap access so shower flooded bathroom every day. I was given the only room without a window. The hotel was only half booked. Not happy with the room I was given. Very dark. No view. The curtain on the "patio" door had something gross on it. I hate to think what it was.
Parking was easy
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 7, 2024
Lindsay
United States of AmericaThe beds and pillows could be better. The walls are cracking and paint peeling in shower area. Dryer did not work.
The charm of an older inn with greenery all around the property.free parking.
Stayed in April 2024
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