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

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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 queen bed
1 king bed
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king 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

  • Vanessa
    United States of America United States of America
    Location to downtown, wow our new place to go to and not worry about driving. Great restaurants nearby. Hotel is beautiful 🤩
  • Christine
    United States of America United States of America
    Staff was great. The location was perfect for us. The room was large, updated, and really comfortable. Loved the kettle and pour-over coffee set-up.
  • C
    Courtney
    United States of America United States of America
    The room was newly renovated! So fresh and well done.

Hotel area info

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

Most popular amenities
  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • 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 available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs $30 per day.
  • Valet parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage 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
  • Safe
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Laptop safe
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Spa
  • Fitness
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

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
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 ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 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.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of $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 by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 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

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

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs 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
Must-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 ID 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 $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 by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Hotel Santa Barbara

  • The nearest beach is 3,100 feet 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, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Hotel Santa Barbara is 3,100 feet from the center of Santa Barbara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

    • Fitness center
    • Cycling
    • Fitness

  • Room options at Hotel Santa Barbara include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Suite

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