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Hotel Santa Barbara

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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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Premier Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(64 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(78 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Historic Queen | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Historic Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(57 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

King Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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ADA King Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

ADA King Room

  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

ADA King Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard 2 Queen Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard 2 Queen Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Hotel Santa Barbara is in Downtown Santa Barbara, a walkable area in Santa Barbara with great shopping. Santa Barbara Historical Museum and Lobero Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Casa de la Guerra and Mission Santa Barbara. Paseo Nuevo Mall and Arlington Theater are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching and winery tours. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
Map
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Paseo Nuevo Mall
    Paseo Nuevo Mall
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    Santa Barbara Harbor
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Stearns Wharf
    Stearns Wharf
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lobero Theater
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station
    8 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • M. Special Brewing Company
    2 min walk
  • Dune Coffee Roasters
    3 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Craft Ramen
    3 min walk
  • Wildcat Lounge
    3 min walk
  • Joe's Cafe
    1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel near Stearns Wharf
Located close to Paseo Nuevo Mall and Casa de la Guerra, Hotel Santa Barbara provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour gym, and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free bicycle rentals, valet parking (surcharge), and concierge services
  • An elevator, a vending machine, and free newspapers
  • A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews say great things about the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 75 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, 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

  • 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 center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • 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 available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property 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

  • Uncovered 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 pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette 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 is parking?

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?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hotel Santa Barbara located?

Located in Downtown Santa Barbara, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Paseo Nuevo Mall, Casa de la Guerra, and Lobero Theater. Santa Barbara Historical Museum and Stearns Wharf are also within 1 mi (2 km). Santa Barbara Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 995 out of 1336 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 209 out of 1336 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 1336 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1336 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1336 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Talia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shakeel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better than we expected , excellent location, beautiful property , great service , we would definitely stay at this location again .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a fantastic place to stay! The hotel was within walking distance of the beach and surrounded by amazing coffee and food shops. Will definitely be staying here again on our next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel with stylish comfy rooms. Perfect to be in downtown SB
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location on state street, using the bikes it was so easy to enjoy the stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located hotel completely renovated with taste.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kit

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff was extremely friendly, and the room (although small) was comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and convenient to walking to beach..About a 20 minute walk and feels safe to walk even at night. Hotel was clean and rooms were very nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a great Downtown location near many shops and restaurants. We purchased tickets to a concert at the Lobero Theatre and had a 10 minute walk down State Street to arrive at our destination. Love this nostalgic hotel with comfortable beds and very nice staff. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Enjoyed the location near everything. Staff was extremely helpful and very friendly. Thanks for a wonderful visit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location, great cocktails, nice parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maral

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Amazing location!!! Loved the amenities willbe back for sure
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel - centrally located, friendly staff, our stay was very enjoyable. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My fiancé and I stayed here while we celebrated our engagement. We were blown away with how nice our room was. We love that it’s located in our favorite part of State Street, so it’s super convenient to get to our favorite bars & restaurants! We are happy we found our new spot when we visit Santa Barbara!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

indira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a great hotel Their staff are very friendly and respectful I will definitely come back if the opportunity presents Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean updated rooms , loved the water system , amenities , location , staff was all very friendly , bar in hotel and valet was great! Will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfy bed, and close to lots of restaurants. Very cute area
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful hotel. Newly renovated rooms. Nice boutique style. Fantastic lobby bar!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Joi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful and comfortable but staying near the corner of a busy street it was pretty noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location in the heart of downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, nice hotel perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room and great staff. Great location and comfy room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Fabien

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Gym is great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very clean and the staff were amazing. The only concern was that this hotel is located on a popular street and next to a night club. Although our room was on the quiet side, we still could hear the music on Thursday night.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026