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Montecito Inn

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Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated - Montecito Inn (Santa Barbara)
Located in the heart of Montecito, the Montecito Inn offers tranquil gardens, a rejuvenating spa, a fireplace, cycling options, bike rentals, a gym, and an outdoor pool. Enjoy exceptional dining at the Michelin-starred sushi bar.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Queens Bedroom | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Two Queens Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Luxury Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Two Queens Studio | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Two Queens Studio

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Luxury King Studio | Living room

Luxury King Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury King Suite Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

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Tower Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 130 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Junior Studio | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Santa Barbara, Montecito Inn is in the business district and near the beach. Santa Barbara Harbor and Cabrillo Bike Path are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Channel. Traveling with kids? Consider Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and Santa Barbara Maritime Museum. Parasailing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
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1295 Coast Village Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93108

What's nearby

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    Butterfly Beach
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • USA, California. Santa Barbara County, Montecito, Miramar Beach (aka Eucalyptus Lane Beach), new Miramar Beach Hotel.
    Miramar Beach
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Giraffe
    Santa Barbara Zoo
    2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA, USA - OCT 8th, 2014: city Leadbetter beach with a cruise liner
    East Beach
    3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church
    2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    12 min walk
  • Blenders in the Grass
    13 min walk
  • El Sitio
    3 min drive
  • Ospi Montecito
    20 min walk
  • Reunion Kitchen + Drink
    4 min drive

About this property

Montecito Inn

Upscale boutique hotel near Santa Barbara Zoo
Take advantage of a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby at Montecito Inn. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site Michelin star rated sushi bar, Sushi Bar, features sushi and dinner. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a gym.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Bike rentals, an electric car charging station, and express check-out
  • Babysitting (surcharge), 1 meeting room, and a banquet hall
  • Concierge services, multilingual staff, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 60 individually furnished rooms boast perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free internet access and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Childcare services and cribs/infant beds
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Housekeeping and phones

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Lion's Tale
  • Sushi Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (1,098 square feet of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

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

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1928
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express 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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Administrative fee: USD 40 per accommodation, per night
  • Service fee: USD 2 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Montecito Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Montecito Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Montecito Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Montecito Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Montecito Inn located?

This family-friendly Santa Barbara hotel is located near the airport, within a 10-minute walk of Hammond's Beach and Butterfly Beach. Miramar Beach and Andree Clark Bird Refuge are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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

Montecito Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 571 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was absolutely outstanding, in all areas, during our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leeda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was so easy and the valet parking staff is extremely helpful and nice! Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Danika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely spot - walking distance to a beautiful beach, yummy restaurants and unique shops. The staff is kind and helpful and the room was well appointed, clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eugenie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Nice atmosphere!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
LOVE staying here! Everything was perfect- especially the room. Waking up to coffee and pastry in the lobby is the best. Will be returning !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy and secure
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Abbylin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Beautiful facility and location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is older architecture and had that classic feel. The rooms are small but comfortable. The hotel is at the beginning of a very nice street with restaurants and shopping. The staff is great !
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every staff member we can in contact with was super friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very accommodating and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location is excellent and the staff was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ruta

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless. Everyone was great. Love the two bathrooms. Perfect for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brandi Hanson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spacious king suite within walking distance to ocean and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location to restaurants and beach
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

BASUKI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious and well maintained room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic and historic hotel on an amazing street walkable to food, stores and beach
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is beautiful, peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A+

Always a great place to stay and the location is absolutely perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

All around great place to stay

Great staff great location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is thoughtfully designed. I love the walkability of the area. I always enjoy staying here.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Like alway the Montecito inn is hard to beat location location location
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay!! Historic older property but great location and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Leeda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love all the walkable restaurants and places and safe area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely stay. Staff is super helpful and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024