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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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Food and drink
Lobby lounge
Reception
Fitness facility
Meeting facility
Hotel Santa Barbara offers a strategic location near Stearns Wharf. Enjoy in-room WiFi after exploring. The 24-hour gym fits any schedule, and dry cleaning keeps clothes fresh. Helpful staff and free bicycle rentals make city navigation effortless.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$445
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept

Room options

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Tomorrow

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King Suite

King Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(62 reviews)

Highlights

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

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ADA King Suite

ADA King Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premier Queen

Premier Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)

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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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

  • ‪Santa Barbara Craft Ramen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Cruisery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Institution Ale Company - ‬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 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services, luggage storage and a front desk safe
  • A vending machine, smoke-free property and ATM/banking services
  • 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

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

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

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 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Santa Barbara on 29 Sept 2025 start from NZ$444.66, 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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Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 695 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1025 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosy

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

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself is so beautiful. Perfect spot to stay at with many amenities within walking distance. Staff was amazing and informative. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHARLES

Liked: Amenities
Location and staff were excellent and made my wife’s birthday special.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chandrashekar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in great neighborhood
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

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

10/10 Excellent

Emellia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeously remodeled property. Loved all the decor and the location. Service was also stellar. Will absolutely stay here again!
Beautiful details
Innovative hydration station with sparkling and still options
Beautiful lobby
Love all the details
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Offir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the hotel. It’s unique it’s beautiful it centered. We’re definitely coming back again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Therese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. Newly redone with classic Santa Barbara feel. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel, unbeatable location, great staff. Dennis at the front desk was so welcoming. Can't wait to return.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great day. Will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in the heart of everything!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ardalan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the nicest hotels we have ever stayed in. The staff was outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, service was on point. Didn't make us wait for anything, and Valet was so efficient. Very pleased. Hotel was also STUNNING! Would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay here. You can hear music from the restaurants/bars nearby, but it didn’t bother us. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness, hospitable staff, close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chandrashekar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love coming back to the property
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Amazing hotel in a great location! The new lobby is going to be so wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, so walkable to the beach and main shopping. Love the renovation
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property with brand new lobby! Great to see it finally open after a year plus of refurbishment. Wonderful location with easy walks to shopping, dining and the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Agnes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good stay. Right in the middle of everything and very walkable. All cars need to be valeted unless you choose to park elsewhere. It was $30 a day for valet service.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dmitry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great property and great staff. Unfortunately property was in middle of remodeling while I was there so all amenities were not available.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

forrest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Nice staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

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