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Santa Barbara Inn

4.0 star property
Hotel with an outdoor pool, a short walk to Santa Barbara Zoo

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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view
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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Living room | Flat-screen TV
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Santa Barbara Inn offers a peaceful escape near Stearns Wharf and the Santa Barbara Zoo. Guests enjoy Italian dishes with ocean views at Convivo restaurant, relax by the lobby fireplace, or spend sunny afternoons beside the outdoor pool.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(60 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(71 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

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Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio, Partial Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Studio, Partial Ocean View

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Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | View from room

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

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Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Partial Ocean View | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

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Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 79 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 104 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Studio) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Studio)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 71 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite) | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 71 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Park View | Park view

Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • West Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 8 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪El Sitio - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪East Beach Tacos - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Reunion Kitchen + Drink - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Santa Barbara Inn

Hotel near Santa Barbara Zoo
At Santa Barbara Inn, you can look forward to golfing on site, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site Italian cuisine restaurant, Convivo, features ocean views and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Valet parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and concierge services
  • A front-desk safe, tour/ticket assistance, and 1 meeting room
  • A banquet hall, a porter/bellhop, and laundry services
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, beach locale, and helpful staff
Room features
All 70 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the comfortable, spacious rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 28 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Convivo

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

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

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

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
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 28.00 per night (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, 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests using the pullout sofa in the Studio, Ocean View room will incur a per night surcharge.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Santa Barbara Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Santa Barbara Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Santa Barbara Inn?

Valet parking is available for USD 28.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Santa Barbara Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Santa Barbara Inn?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Santa Barbara Inn located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Chase Palm Park and Santa Barbara Zoo. East Beach and Cabrillo Pavillion are also within 5 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 26 minutes by foot.

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Santa Barbara Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 772 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1001 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tianwen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay at this location, great ocean view and service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Arquitectually atractive, great location, good service.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best weeks we've had in a long time.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great vibe
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Nice room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Amenities
Great hotel. Right across the street from the beach. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Happy with our decision to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the Beach and great food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and its staff were generally excellent, especially the valet team. The hotel restaurant, Convivo, was amazing! The only issue we had was a clogged sink but it was resolved on our second day there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique hotel with character and ocean view across from beach and park. Quiet location with short drive or 1-2 mile walk to downtown restaurants and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was super clean, Staff were friendly and helpful. Special thanks to TJ at valet parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Amenities
Elegant boutique hotel with a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allyson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was lovely and the hotel is in an amazing location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay and the staff were amazing,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful and the staff are kind and welcoming. Easy parking, check in and dinner at the restaurant was amazing! Will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not much to the actual hotel nowhere really to walk around but room was excellent with lovely view of the Pacific from our ground floor balcony. Great food in their own restaurant. Parking is expensive and quite a long way out from town centre would expect this to be free of charge.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thuy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and location. Beautiful decor and atmosphere
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very impressed !!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are driving down the Pacific Coast Highway from Eastern Washington - 2,000 miles thus far - and of all the hotels we have stayed in along the way … this has been by far the nicest. Room is incredible - very comfortable with lots of space, views of the ocean, friendly/helpful staff etc. ONLY complaint is no body wash in shower - could use more soap & tissues in bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Idyllic location and convivo restaurant on site was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the hearing the waves hitting outside at the beach qhen sitting by the pool or patio area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tawnyrose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with capable staff. Enjoyed our stay immensely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! The service wasn’t great (no one at front desk when we arrived, told our bags would be in our room when ready, but they weren’t). The room was uninspired compared to other options in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gonzalo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and great vacation. Rooms are amazing and service is top notch.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will stay again. Large clean rooms and great team.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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