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
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Valet parking (surcharge) (30 per day)
Lobby lounge
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
The current price is €222
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 8 of 8 rooms

King Suite

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

ADA King Suite

Highlights

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

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

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

Premier Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Bathrobes
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Historic Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Bathrobes
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Arlington Theater - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mission Santa Barbara - 4 min drive - 4.8 km

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 near Stearns Wharf
Located close to Cabrillo Bikeway and Paseo Nuevo Mall, Hotel Santa Barbara provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour gym and a business centre. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free bike hire, valet parking (surcharge) and a banquet hall
  • A lift, concierge services and a front desk safe
  • Smoke-free property, luggage storage and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews say great things about the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 75 rooms offer comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

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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

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1926
  • Smoke-free property

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property

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

Is Hotel Santa Barbara pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

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

As of 11 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Santa Barbara on 15 Jun 2025 start from €221.73, 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.

How much is parking at Hotel Santa Barbara?

Valet parking is available for USD 30 per day.

What time is check-in at Hotel Santa Barbara?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Santa Barbara?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Hotel Santa Barbara located?

Located in Downtown Santa Barbara, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Paseo Nuevo Mall and Cabrillo Bikeway. Casa de la Guerra and Lobero Theater are also within 10 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 8 minutes by foot.

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Hotel Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 655 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 207 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1009 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Freshly renewed rooms with modern decor, comfortable beds. Right on State street for easy access to fun things. Great, helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

The location is convenient, walking distance to all the restaurants and shops you need! Beautifully renovated rooms. Friendly staff!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Good stay, super good location, it’s a little loud at night because you’re in front of a bar so better if you’re trying to stay out instead of chill
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Close to State Street
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10

Although it was under renovations, it did not bother and we were able to enjoy our stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Very cute and 'home-like' comfort!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

The renovation is nice and staff are great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Amazing hotel full of history, friendly, bilingual and helpful staff, the bed was so comfortable, the bathroom was impecable and they offer complimentary bath robes. I just went to sleep for a few hours but wanted to stay for a week!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

The remodeled rooms are lovely and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Although the lobby was under construction, the hotel room was nicely renovated and quiet during the weekend. Thank you for a nice stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10

Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Great service! The hotel was under construction, but still great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

The staff was very friendly and helpful, room was clean and quiet. Construction was being done on the hotel, but staff made it as tolerable as possible, very impressed overall!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Great location, great service, would def stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

We absolutely loved staying here & look forward to our next step
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

We always stay at hotel SB - nice remodel as well
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Great stay at a great price
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Loved this spot! It was the perfect location for shopping and only a few blocks to the beach. The room was clean, and the staff was super attentive. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

We stay here whenever we are in Santa Barbara. The hotel is beautiful and historic. Customer service is always top notch. They're dog friendly and valet parking is only $30 a night. We're always happy to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

The staff were very accommodating and thoughtful! The location is excellent, close to a variety of restaurants and bars! Walking distance to stores and the largest salt cave in North America! I highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Beautiful hotel. Excellent location near all sights in state st
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Perfect location for a weekend trip to Santa Barbara. In the heart of it, centrally located, friendly staff. Perfect for couples or solo travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

I really loved the location being in the heart of downtown
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Alex, Elizabeth, Rider & everyone there were very courteous and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025