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Inn on Summer Hill

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Santa Barbara with free parking

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Lobby
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Comfort Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Ground Floor | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated
Front of property
Terrace/patio
Perched on a hillside, the Inn on Summer Hill offers a peaceful retreat with a welcoming lobby fireplace. Enjoy spa services, quiet moments on the garden terrace, complimentary coffee and tea all day, and self parking on the property.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Spa
  • Parking included

Room options

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Comfort Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Ground Floor | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Comfort Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 27 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden View | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 27 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View | Living area | 1-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV, fireplace

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
  • 65 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible, Patio | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2520 Lillie Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA, 93067

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Miramar Beach - 3 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Butterfly Beach - 4 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 6 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 14 min drive - 8.7 miles

Getting around

  • Carpinteria Station - 12 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Blenders in the Grass - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Nugget - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪RH Firehouse Grill at RH Montecito - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Padaro Beach Grill - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Inn on Summer Hill

Guesthouse near Santa Barbara Zoo
At Inn on Summer Hill, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage or other spa services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 1-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Patios, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1989
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 1-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
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
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Inn Summer Hill
Inn on Summer Hill Guesthouse
Inn on Summer Hill Santa Barbara
Inn on Summer Hill Guesthouse Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Is Inn on Summer Hill pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Inn on Summer Hill?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Inn on Summer Hill?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Inn on Summer Hill?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Inn on Summer Hill located?

Situated near the beach, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Lookout Park and Summerland Beach. Fernald Point and Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Inn on Summer Hill Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 327 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 327 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 327 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 327 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 327 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place staff was great will definitely stay again. Just a few minutes from Santa Barbara.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent customer service, easy check-in/out, and great location. Ask for a room away from the street for less noise. Fine overall, but as is typical in the area, quite expensive for a somewhat standard room lacking in luxury.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay! Great staff, great location, beautiful memories!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, tastefully decorated rooms that were very comfortable and luxurious
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at this lovely little inn. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and the room was full of thoughtful touches—including a sound machine, which we set to ocean waves. It completely drowned out any highway noise, making for a peaceful night’s sleep. We’ll absolutely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Amenities
Loved the comphy beds!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn at Summer Hill is a quaint little hotel with lots of charm in the city of Summerland. I stayed here while visiting my niece and I would definitely stay here again. The room was like a little cottage, and it had a patio that overlooked the ocean. The staff at the front desk was amazing and went out of their way to comp me breakfast and coffee. I felt very safe as well. The only negatives are the Road Noise and nearby train and there doesn't seem to be a daily cleaning service-if so, they missed my room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on Lillie Ave within walking distance to breakfast and lunch eateries. Great trendy shopping and fabulous bookstore all nearby. Be aware the hotel is near the freeway and rail tracks, as is all of Summerland, so it can be noisy if you leave the window open.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room. Relaxed vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nora assisted me by phone and greeted me upon arrival - introducing herself, which was most welcoming! I arrived early and she still quickly showed me to my beautiful room overlooking the ocean. I love it! I’d seen this room on the website and admired it even then. Very happily installed here. Will visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Property - A bit pricey and the coffee service was minimalist... Beautiful room with an incredibly comfortable bed... We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing little get away for visitors from LA or even from Santa Barbara! We loved all the little bites they provided and the great view.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

vickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The only negative at the hotel is that it is directly next to Highway 101. We had difficulty sleeping because of the traffic noise. Other than that, it was a nice hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our second stay at this fabulous property. A lovely upscale place just off the 101, perfect when traveling but would love to spend a little time there. Close to Santa Barbara and Ventura with a lovely little town down the street with shops, coffee and a great restaurant. A must stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Inn. Would recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderful and romantic place to stay we loved it . Thanks for letting us make memories there for our anniversary, my wife's Birthday and of course we arrived on Valentines day! Robert & Jennifer
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Berivan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It’s right by the freeway and loud. Early check in and check out is $25 per hour extra. Even though their website says breakfast is included, it’s not. They did not even want to give us the free coffee in the lobby saying we booked through a third party. We booked through Expedia and it was not cheap at all. For $350 a night, this was not what I expected. Hotel is clean and the room was nice. And the area is also nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful service and accomodations. I'll look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful inn. The view of the ocean was stunning, the staff was friendly, the kitchen served an excellent breakfast and snacks, and overall we had a great time there. Amazingly comfortable bed!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Darlene

Great location within walking distance to some good food and stores. Only problem was when someone decided to take a bath at midnight. Very loud plumbing. Definitely it drowned out the freeway noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

christiane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderful welcome and really nice and clean hotel ..
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nicely maintained property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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