An outdoor pool with a hot tub is featured at Franciscan Inn Santa Barbara. Modern amenities like a flat-screen TV and free WiFi are provided in all rooms. Styled in subtle colored floral or off-white bedding, all rooms feature a contemporary feel and an iPod docking station at Franciscan Inn. Concierge and dry cleaning services are offered. A daily maid service is available to tend to each room daily. University of California, Santa Barbara is 12 minutes’ drive away. Los Angeles International Airport is 1.5 hours’ away Franciscan Inn. The property will be undergoing renovations on select guest rooms beginning November 3, 2022 until January 13, 2023.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 full bed
and
1 queen bed
1 full bed
and
1 king bed
1 king bed
Bedroom 1:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
9.1
High score for Santa Barbara
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • William
    United States of America United States of America
    The location, landscape is groomed and beautiful, cleanliness, the pool, the two blocks from the beach, the soft cookies in the lobby each day, and it is walkable to so many great restaurants. The staff made it a real joy to stay there.
  • Patricia
    United States of America United States of America
    Beautiful building and close to beach and downtown Santa Barbara
  • Stav
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location, very nice employees. The place is on the basic side but everything is made in the clean and neat.

Area info

Amenities of The Franciscan Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Dryer
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Beach
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor swimming pool
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
Spa
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules
The Franciscan Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:00
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note hot tub is not available until further notice.

The property will be undergoing renovations on select guest rooms beginning November 3, 2022 until December 20, 2022"

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about The Franciscan Hotel

  • Check-in at The Franciscan Hotel is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Room options at The Franciscan Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Quad
    • Suite

  • Yes, The Franciscan Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Franciscan Hotel is 1.1 miles from the center of Santa Barbara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Franciscan Hotel on this page.

  • The prices at The Franciscan Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The Franciscan Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Beach
    • Swimming pool
    • Bicycle rental

  • The nearest beach is 800 feet from The Franciscan Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.