Skip to Main Content.
List your propertySupportTrips
Unlock instant savings with Member Prices
Sign in
Feedback

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Santa Barbara Harbor

Choose dates to view prices

The Franciscan Hotel offers a peaceful retreat in Santa Barbara Beach. Relax by the outdoor pool with loungers and umbrellas or enjoy a soothing dip in the spa tub. Free WiFi and bicycle rentals make exploring nearby attractions easy, with helpful staff enhancing the experience.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 14 of 14 rooms

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(78 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, Multiple Beds

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Franciscan Suite

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Franciscan Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible | View from room

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 27 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Franciscan Suite Balcony

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Franciscan Suite Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
  • 27 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

You may also like

Ad
Sports facility

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
8.4 out of 10, Very good, 1,000 reviews
The price is NZ$364
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the area

Map
109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • West Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Franciscan Hotel

Hotel near Santa Barbara Harbor
At The Franciscan Hotel, you can look forward to dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in reception and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Free bike hire, concierge services and smoke-free property
  • A water dispenser, a gift shop and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 50 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/bath combinations
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Coffee/tea makers, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

Similar properties

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,984 reviews
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM

Property is also known as

Franciscan Inn
Franciscan Inn Santa Barbara
Franciscan Santa Barbara
Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara
Franciscan Inn Santa Barbara Ca
The Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara
The Franciscan Inn
Franciscan Inn Suites
The Franciscan Hotel Hotel
The Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara
The Franciscan Hotel Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Does The Franciscan Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM to 10 PM.

Is The Franciscan Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Franciscan Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Franciscan Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Franciscan Hotel?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is The Franciscan Hotel located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of West Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor. Carriage and Western Art Museum and Santa Barbara City College are also within 5 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 9 minutes by foot.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

The Franciscan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 802 out of 1032 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 1032 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 1032 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1032 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1032 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here many times for 10-plus years. Great hotel with everything nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

damien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super pleasant and really clean and a hop and a skip to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicest motel I ever stayed at.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely experience. Terrific location. Charming.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gladys

Location was great and room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best nights sleep ! Such a quiet and comfortable room Highly recommend We will return for sure !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Bich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small bathroom but clean. Comfortable king bed. Good italian coffee in the room. The concierge speaks english, french,spanish, arabic fluently. Free continental breakfast. 5mn walk to the beach and the pier.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and bright. Staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My go to stay in Santa Barbara. Awesome front desk, nice rooms, and you walk walk down to Toma for an awesome dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the pier, dining, walkable, close to amenities. Free Parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel, clean and updated, location is very convenient to the beach or the restaurants and shops. We enjoyed our one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and very quiet. Only complaint would be the lady that checked us in, not very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Stay – Clean, Comfortable, and Convenient! I had a great experience at this hotel. The room was updated and very clean, with a comfortable bed that made for a good night's sleep. It's just a short walk to the beach, which was super convenient. I also appreciated that breakfast was available and that there were bike rentals on-site—perfect for exploring the area. Would definitely stay here soon.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I highly recommend The Franciscan Hotel. It is so convenient to all things Santa Barbara and a beautiful and comfortable hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location. Loved the service and room. Truly no complaints. It is a perfect location for a weekend stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristiane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, convenient and nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property in walking distance to beach and downtown shops.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enamari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were friendly and the location is great. Hotel amenities were spot on.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was recently refreshed, breakfast was excellent and the staff was great too. Love this place!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check-in. Accommodated my short notice request for early check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent and welcoming. I had issue with air conditioning and maintenance came to room within 2 minutes and fixed. Breakfast had nice variety and was clean. Room was clean and had everything needed. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely and affordable resort like feel without resort prices
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
B
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025