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Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour fitness centre, steps from Paseo Nuevo Mall

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Front of property
Food and drink
Reception
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Aerial view

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$479
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Explore the area

Map
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Paseo Nuevo Mall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Lobero Theater
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara Historical Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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King Suite

King Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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ADA King Suite

ADA King Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Queen

Premier Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Historic Queen

Historic Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Property entrance

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  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
4.1 out of 5, Very good, (1274)
The price is NZ$938
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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About the area

Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara places you in the centre of Santa Barbara, within a short 5-minute stroll of Paseo Nuevo Mall and Cabrillo Bikeway. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour fitness centre, and has a business centre. Added amenities include free use of bicycles and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Downtown Santa Barbara hotel include Casa de la Guerra and Lobero Theater.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 13 min walk
  • Stearns Wharf - 15 min walk
  • Arlington Theater - 16 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 17 min walk
  • Mission Santa Barbara - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 8 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪M. Special Brewing Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dargan's Irish Pub & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wildcat Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel with a 24-hour fitness centre, steps from Paseo Nuevo Mall
Hotel Santa Barbara offers its guests a 24-hour fitness centre and complimentary bicycles. Public spaces have free WiFi. A business centre and a meeting room are available. The business-friendly Hotel Santa Barbara also features a vending machine, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 75 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1926
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Hotel Santa Barbara offers 75 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Private wine tours
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 5 November 2024 to 31 March 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Front desk
  • Lobby

Alternative facilities will be available off-site during the renovation.

Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 30 per day (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served or allowed at Hotel Santa Barbara.

Property is also known as

Hotel Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Hotel
Hotel Santa Barbara Hotel
Hotel Santa Barbara Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Santa Barbara?

Hotel Santa Barbara offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Santa Barbara?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Santa Barbara on 9 Mar 2025 start from NZ$478.78, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hotel Santa Barbara?

Yep, Hotel Santa Barbara has uncovered valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 30 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Santa Barbara?

The closest beach to Hotel Santa Barbara is Leadbetter Beach (1.9 km).

What makes Hotel Santa Barbara a romantic place to stay?

Winery tours, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Santa Barbara.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Santa Barbara?

No, Hotel Santa Barbara does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Santa Barbara?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Hotel Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 637 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1003 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind of an inconvenient remodel happening. But the staff is trying to work it all out for everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a very convenient location on State Street, surrounded by many restaurants, bars, and stores. It's a half-mile walk to the beach and Stearns Wharf. The immediate area seems geared towards the collegiate crowd. The hotel was undergoing renovation so the temporary lobby was small. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel Santa Barbara is being beautifully restored. We took the train and it was an easy walk to the hotel. It is on the State Street Promenade - exceptionally walk able. Restaurants and shopping right outside the door. The bikes were the cherry on top. The only thing I could comment on was that the pillows were too hard, which was minor.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was ok, but we were really bummed on the redesign. We stayed at the hotel a few months ago and really liked the spanish style. The finishes are pretty cheap and don’t go together. The tv placement is awkward. The shower water didn’t drain. The bed was fine but the room is not as nice as it was.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Fire Alarm Woke Me Up 🤕
It was upsetting that when booking I wasn't informed that this hotel was under construction. I received a notification after I had booked. I went to rest and was awoken by the fire alarm going off. Very unpleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. Clean, friendly staff, excellent facilities. The downtown is nice, but unfortunately suffers from CA issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Mary-Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location but we were shocked at the $30 parking charge. We also didn't realize that the lobby is undergoing renovation which was inconvenient but the location made up for it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will stay at Hotel SB again in the future
I've stayed in this hotel before. I had a nice visit. There are renovations going on, and that was an inconvenience, but the staff did their best under the circumstances. I plan to stay at this hotel again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My favorite spot to stay in Santa Barbara.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bertha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient location, major construction going on right now, restricting several areas of the hotel. They are doing their best to keep customers happy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

george

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Archna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nicest place I’ve stayed in and right in the heart of downtown. Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Slow elevator
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming, comfortable stay. Great Service.
Great place to be in the action of state street. Quiet, comfortable and best of all accessible. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

raquel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

James, Brentwood

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
We stayed at Hotel Santa Barbara the first week of October ‘24. Remodeling activity was extensive meaning that some floors were totally closed. No bar or restaurant was available either. Location is very good, 6 blocks from the beach and in the middle of shopping and restaurants. The staff were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Breezy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property! Staff is wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024