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The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4.0 star property
Travelers relax by the firepit or claim a private cabana by the pool at this Santa Barbara retreat near Upper State Street

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The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, offers a welcoming atmosphere with gardens and outdoor spaces. Guests can enjoy yoga classes in the 24-hour gym or relax in the spa tub. Visitors appreciated the attentive staff and complimentary WiFi throughout.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, Netflix

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, Netflix

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Santa Barbara, The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is in the suburbs and near the beach. Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Upper State Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Santa Barbara Bowl. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
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5490 Hollister Ave, Santa Barbara, CA, 93111

What's nearby

  • Panoramic View of More Mesa Beach, Goleta, California
    More Mesa
    4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Lost Valley Trail
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lookout County Park
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond
    3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Bowlero Santa Barbara
    3 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • UC Santa Barbara Station
    4 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
    4 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wendy's
    10 min walk
  • The Habit Burger Grill
    10 min walk
  • Backyard Bowls
    3 min drive
  • Pepe's Mexican Restaurant
    17 min walk
  • Shalhoob’s Magnolia
    15 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 32 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 to 20 for adults and USD 7 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Terra

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Winery release events
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Fenced pool
  • Living room
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Some profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to check-out, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 50 (exact amount varies) at check-out
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 7 to 20 for adults, and USD 7 to 20 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 32 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
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 does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

Does The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 32 per night.

What time is check-in at The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

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

Where is The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from University of California, Santa Barbara and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Upper State Street. Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara County Courthouse are also within 9 mi (15 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

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 250 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 250 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 250 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 250 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 250 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Beautiful room and grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great size room and friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Berlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and clean bedding!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice property and grounds and excellently located for Santa Barbara
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ventura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and clean . The food at Terra was delicious
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Beheshteh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such lovely, serene, clean place. Staff were super nice and helpful. Also, a Great place to stay if you are visiting UCSB.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nicest staff awesome rooms amazing property no complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel! Staff is kind. Plenty of room if you have a young baby. Ambiance is perfect for an indoor date night. Easy parking. Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and great location near UCSB
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was quick and seamless. Staff was courteous. Room was spacious and clean. Beautiful and quiet settings. We were pleasantly surprised.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Nicole Ninhco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and clean and well preserved. The lobby and the decor is very nice and updated. The food at the restaurant is very good.. We had dinner and breakfast during our day and enjoyed it. The room is clean, but the floor is sticky. The sofa bed is so lumpy. I have to ask for extra comforters to line it. For the rest of the room is in good condition and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Brehanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the place and enjoyed my stay. Everything was nice and tidy and I have to give a shoutout to the bartender
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice staff, really cute place,fairly quiet though next to a freeway. we took bikes out to UCSB to go to cute coffee shop in am. Not a lot near the hotel location but not a long drive to get to things.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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4/10 Poor

Shae

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was ok, the pull out couch was really uncomfortable. The food was good. The location was not great for me. There was nowhere to walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, great rooms, and perfect place to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mehool

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing family holiday
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

tiffani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and secluded. Excellent location. Staff was very accommodating. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gheorghi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very good experience for the entire family
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Clean and lovely pool and patio areas. Lots of staff they are doing a great job taking care of everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the property, the food was delicious. Rooms were clean and have beautiful bird motifs. Staff was really friendly - loved my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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6/10 Okay

Crystal

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Its a kice property to relax and enjoy with the family
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always enjoy staying at the Steward- it’s nice to be a ways away from the hectic traffic in Santa Barbara! Rooms are very nice - a bit pricey, but nice! Staff at check in are always super friendly and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were extremely helpful and kind!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025