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La Playa Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Santa Barbara City College

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Front of property - evening/night
Courtyard
Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Breakfast area
Exterior
La Playa Inn provides a quiet escape near scenic Stearns Wharf with a welcoming terrace for guests to unwind. Travelers appreciate the convenient parking, luggage storage, and concierge services, while frequently mentioning the excellent beachfront location and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(74 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillowtop bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillowtop bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | View from room

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillowtop bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillowtop bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Patio

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Patio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
116 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara City College - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 11 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪On The Alley - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Brophy Bros - ‬9 min walk

About this property

La Playa Inn

Hotel remodeled in 2020 and located near Santa Barbara City College
Located close to Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara County Courthouse, La Playa Inn provides a terrace. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • A front-desk safe, tour/ticket assistance, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things the beach locale, convenient parking, and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries
  • 39-inch LED TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2020
  • Renovated entire property - March 2020
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 39-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Days Inn Wyndham Santa Barbara Hotel
Days Inn Wyndham Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Days Inn
La Playa Inn Hotel
La Playa Inn Santa Barbara
La Playa Inn Hotel Santa Barbara
Days Inn by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Is La Playa Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at La Playa Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at La Playa Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at La Playa Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is La Playa Inn located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Santa Barbara City College and Stearns Wharf. Santa Barbara County Courthouse and Santa Barbara Zoo are also within 3 mi (5 km). Santa Barbara Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

La Playa Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 822 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shervin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just a perfect stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, good size room, quiet location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the cleanest hotels I have ever stayed at. The staff is so sweet, breakfast is perfect! I love staying here..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super cute, would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Amenities
From our quick check in, clean rooms, comfortable bed, great shower, strong coffee to friendly service, our stay was perfect. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the close proximity to East Beach, the cleanliness of the room and the wonderful assortment of breakfast items. Parking was convenient, but it was an easy walk to restaurants & shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking an checkin
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and accommodating staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Amenities
Everything was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant & helpful staff/very clean room (307)/aesthetic design of room & property/fresh fruit, pastries for breakfast/10 min walk to the Harbor & Cabrillo St./carts to use for baggage/loved the cleanliness overall!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Zhang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very cozy room nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely service, wonderfully situated, attractive building. We would certainly stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel urrea gonzalez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super recomendable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jannine

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Walkable to many restaurants, pier, train station.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff. Clean and well designed room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucierika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed staying at this charming, quiet, well-located hotel with friendly, welcoming staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly and sincere. Room was spotless. TV needed help to get into, then PBS had no sound... big deal, we get enough TV. Great restaurant right around the corner, Toma. Great location by the sea. Perfect for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

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