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The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
Beachside relaxation awaits at this Santa Barbara Harbor retreat, where travelers can soak in a warm spa tub or lounge under the California sunshine

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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

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(83 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, Multiple Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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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
(25 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Franciscan Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Executive Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Franciscan Suite Balcony | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Franciscan Suite Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Economy Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, a neighborhood in Santa Barbara, The Franciscan Hotel is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Carriage and Western Art Museum and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Paseo Nuevo Mall and La Arcada. Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and Santa Barbara Channel are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
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109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • The Marina at Santa Barbara #TroveOn #StunningStructures #FindingtheUniverse
    Santa Barbara Harbor
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • blue sky over Santa Barbara coastline
    West Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • SantaBarbara_SantaBarbaraCityCollege_6177286_03
    Santa Barbara City College
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Stearns Wharf at sunset in Santa Barbara, California. #SantaBarbara #California #sunset #lifeatexpedia #weloveourmarkets #AMER
    Stearns Wharf
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room
    11 min walk
  • SB Biergarten
    9 min walk
  • Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant
    8 min walk
  • Brophy Bros
    11 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 the lobby, and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, a vending machine, and a gift shop
  • A computer station, a water dispenser, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 50 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Eco-friendly toiletries, shower/tub combinations, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Coffee/tea makers, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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 elevator
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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 available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets 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

Property 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, 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

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Franciscan Inn
Franciscan Inn Santa Barbara
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Franciscan Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM–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?

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?

Check-out 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.

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Reviews

The Franciscan Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 855 out of 1086 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 162 out of 1086 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1086 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1086 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1086 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing the moment we arrived to the end . Shout out to Ben who made us feel like if we never left home an amazing person gave us advice in life.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Enzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
freindly staff and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about this hotel! Very clean, parking and helpful staff! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely stay at the Franciscan. It’s located within walking distance of old town through a beautiful neighborhood. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pet friendly! Staff was super helpful and customer service oriented. Pool was nice, jacuzzi looked great and is separate from the pool - I actually liked this. We had a basic king size room and it was HUGE. Had a living room space with table to eat breakfast and couch with a decent sized tv which had chrome cast. Bathroom was clean, and had plenty of towels. Bed was very comfortable. Location is AMAZING. 13min walk from Funk Zone, and 4min from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darsie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in a great location on a quiet street near the pier. We loved the pool. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very, very valuable stay. The suite that we’re staying at is perfectly clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, with really comfortable beds and a nice patio. The pool area was perfect for a warm day. The staff is very amenable and provided a nice breakfast. The inn is in a great location - a short walk to the beach and Sterns Wharf, but far enough away from the Main Street that it was really quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Iola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect for me. Served my stay well. Loved the coffee in the lobby too. I took a slower Wake up in the AM so missed the complimentary breakfast. All in all I will choose to stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We recently returned from an excellent stay at the Franciscan, in a Junior King suite. The hotel is very quiet (thick walls, on a side street) and clean, with nice beds. Our room had a mid-size fridge, microwave, coffee maker and all the dishes we needed. In terms of amenities, I would recommend sealing off the second bedroom door and placing a dresser/chest of drawers in that space, so guests have a place to store personal items. My only caveat about this lovely small hotel is that the hotel just changed ownership, so I don’t know if the new owners will do things differently.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandros

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, bathroom and shower in great condition. Good breakfast and proximity to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the location and walked to the beach, wharf and restaurants and drove easily to vineyards and other beaches. We loved the free bikes, warm pool and hot tub as extra treats. The front desk staff was so helpful when we checked in, giving us lots of area info. Good breakfast. One of our two beds had an older feeling mattress that wasn’t very comfortable. We’d return there for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vitali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wir wurden unglaublich freundlich von Ben empfangen. Er ist auf Zack und ist super sympathisch und hilfsbereit. Ein top Mitarbeiter, den das Hotel zu schätzen wissen sollte. Der Check-in verlief schnell und unkompliziert. Wir haben sogar eine Karte und ein paar Infos über Santa Barbara, sowie die Umgebung erhalten. Das Zimmer ist einladend und die Betten bequem. Das Hotel ist super gelegen, sodass wir vieles zu Fuß erkunden konnten. Ein kostenloser Parkplatz stand auch zur Verfügung.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LELAND

Nice and quaint
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was impeccably clean, good breakfast, and really nice property. Location is amazing, 2 blocks from the beach! My only “complaint” was the walls were very thin and you could hear everything going on in other rooms and outside. Earlplugs helped. The real gem of this property was the staff however. Ben at the front desk was so accommodating, friendly, and made such a great impression on me checking in. He took a good experience to GREAT.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rowena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly staff and close to beach, shops and restaurants. We'll be back soon.
Beautiful place for walking.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La habitación está limpia y el personal es amable pero el internet no es bueno y las llaves fallan mucho, había problemas para entrar en general está bien la estancia
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

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We absolutely loved our stay at the Franciscan hotel. Wonderful staff, clean room, loved the tropical feel of the hotel, great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
service - Ben was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From top to bottom, fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and cozy. Front desk staff was welcoming and very capable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is wonderful. Breakfast had a variety of hot and cold items. Room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026