Hotel Santa Barbara is waiting for you in the heart of downtown where warm hospitality meets rich history. Relax in our comfortably 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. We've got all your needs covered, whether you're hustling hard or ready to paint the town red. And if you happen to forget a thing or two, no worries. Just give us a shout, and we'll have you sorted and set to savor all the amazing surprises a brand-new day in Santa Barbara has in store for you.

Couples particularly 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 (9.6)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Private parking at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
7.6
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
7.8
High score for Santa Barbara
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Chris
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Pour over coffee in the bedroom. Filter water on tap was brilliant. Decent gym for the size of hotel. Everything felt new, fresh and modern.
  • Michele
    United States United States
    The new makeover was beautiful but elevator not working, noise from construction, shower glass 12 inches too short and the shampoo bottles installed too close to where one stands so you hit it when trying to cleanse.
  • Derek
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location is excellent, central to the shopping and restaurants (rather than the beach). Hotel is full of character. It was clean and well presented, and the staff were friendly and helpful. Family room was well-appointed and offered plenty of space.

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Hotel Santa Barbara
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities
  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Cycling
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs US$30 per day.
  • Valet parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Laptop safe
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wellness
  • Fitness
  • Fitness centre
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

Property practices

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

House rules
Hotel Santa Barbara takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 06:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$150 is required on arrival. That's about £112. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiscover Cash is not accepted

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Pardon our dust! Hotel Santa Barbara is currently undergoing a series of refreshing updates. Guests may see and hear construction around the property during their stay. Our team is working diligently to minimize disruptions during this time.

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

A damage deposit of US$150 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Hotel Santa Barbara

  • Hotel Santa Barbara offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness centre
    • Cycling
    • Fitness

  • The nearest beach is just 1,050 yards from Hotel Santa Barbara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Hotel Santa Barbara may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Hotel Santa Barbara include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Suite

  • Check-in at Hotel Santa Barbara is from 16:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Hotel Santa Barbara is 1,050 yards from the centre of Santa Barbara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.