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Santa Barbara Inn

4.0 star property
Travelers lounge on sun chairs by the outdoor pool at this beachside retreat, returning to warm themselves by the fire after exploring Santa Barbara's shores.

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Santa Barbara Inn offers a peaceful escape near Stearns Wharf and the Santa Barbara Zoo. Guests enjoy Italian dishes with ocean views at Convivo restaurant, relax by the lobby fireplace, or spend sunny afternoons beside the outdoor pool.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$476
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb

Room options

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(64 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(76 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio, Partial Ocean View

Studio, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | View from room

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Partial Ocean View | Living room

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 79 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Living room

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • 104 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Studio)

Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Studio)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • Ocean view
  • 71 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite)

Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite) | Living room

Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • Ocean view
  • 71 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • Partial ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Park View | Park view

Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • Park view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queens, Park & Partial Ocean view

Terrace/patio

Room, 2 Queens, Park & Partial Ocean view

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Located near the beach, Santa Barbara Inn is in Santa Barbara Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara. El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Rafael Gonzalez House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Channel. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Santa Barbara Bowl or Earl Warren Showgrounds. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
Map
901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103

What's nearby

  • SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA, USA - OCT 8th, 2014: city Leadbetter beach with a cruise liner
    East Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Giraffe
    Santa Barbara Zoo
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Marina at Santa Barbara #TroveOn #StunningStructures #FindingtheUniverse
    Santa Barbara Harbor
    4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Chase Palm Park
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cabrillo Pavillion
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    12 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Shellfish Company
    4 min drive
  • Starbucks
    2 min drive
  • El Sitio
    15 min walk
  • The Harbor Restaurant
    3 min drive

About this property

Santa Barbara Inn

Hotel near Santa Barbara Zoo
At Santa Barbara Inn, you can look forward to golfing on-site, a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site Italian cuisine restaurant, Convivo, features ocean views and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a fireplace in reception and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Valet parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station and smoke-free property
  • Free newspapers, a banquet hall and luggage storage
  • A 24-hour front desk, a front desk safe and a ballroom
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 70 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the overall comfort, size rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 28 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Convivo

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

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 gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 28.00 per night (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, 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests using the pullout sofa in the Studio, Ocean View room will incur a per night surcharge.

Property is also known as

Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Inn Hotel
Santa Barbara Inn Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Inn Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Does Santa Barbara Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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

As of 3 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Santa Barbara Inn on 12 Feb 2026 start from NZ$476.34, 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 Santa Barbara Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Santa Barbara Inn?

Valet parking is available for USD 28.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Santa Barbara Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Santa Barbara Inn?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Santa Barbara Inn located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Chase Palm Park and Santa Barbara Zoo. East Beach and Cabrillo Pavillion are also within 5 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 27 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Santa Barbara Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 773 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, great views , and lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ilya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay, the room was nice, clean and super comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and helpful. Easy access to beach and town. Clean rooms!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, incredible views, and stellar service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful location, spacious rooms, excellent restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing. Room was clean. Well worth it to upgrade to an ocean view room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything about this hotel is amazing, the staff is very friendly and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Conie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked that it's accessible to the beach across the street. It was a better experience than when I reserved at another hotel a year ago. It has a very Asian/Greek/morrocan/tropical influence, which is a bit confusing because when you look at the hotel - its Spanish architecture. It would be nice if it still catered to a Spanish decor with a few modern touches.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, walking distance to State street, plenty of restaurants, and the beach just across the street. Loved our ocean-side breakfast. The room was wonderful. The only thing that was lacking was wifi :)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tianwen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay at this location, great ocean view and service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

EDWARD

Beautiful property, the facility was gorgeous and next to the beach, this is a wonderful facility to relax and the gym was adequate and very clean! It is a place that I must return to at some point and time!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

jelica

Liked: Amenities
Gear room, super clean. Exceptional food and drink service.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Arquitectually atractive, great location, good service.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allyson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was lovely and the hotel is in an amazing location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay and the staff were amazing,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We checked into the standard room and the room was beautiful but not the view we wanted since we were facing the parking lot. We upgraded to the beachfront view and it was so worth it. The staff was accommodating and made it happen. The view was incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room. Quick, responsive staff. The Convivo restaurant serves a surprising international menu. Wonderfully located across from the beach. Good walking.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Amenities
Great hotel. Right across the street from the beach. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Happy with our decision to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Idyllic location and convivo restaurant on site was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique hotel with character and ocean view across from beach and park. Quiet location with short drive or 1-2 mile walk to downtown restaurants and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gonzalo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and great vacation. Rooms are amazing and service is top notch.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with capable staff. Enjoyed our stay immensely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and its staff were generally excellent, especially the valet team. The hotel restaurant, Convivo, was amazing! The only issue we had was a clogged sink but it was resolved on our second day there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was super clean, Staff were friendly and helpful. Special thanks to TJ at valet parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Staff was a tad put off.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025