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Santa Barbara Inn

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A sunlit balcony with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant. The balcony features arched windows with a view of palm trees and the sea. - Santa Barbara Inn (Santa Barbara)
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A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows. - Santa Barbara Inn (Santa Barbara)
A coastal view with a beach, palm trees, and a white building with a red roof. - Santa Barbara Inn (Santa Barbara)
A spacious room with two sofas facing a glass table, a vase with flowers, and large windows offering a view of the ocean. - Santa Barbara Inn (Santa Barbara)
Santa Barbara Zoo and Stearns Wharf are located near Santa Barbara Inn, which provides golfing on site, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site Italian cuisine restaurant, Convivo, features ocean views and dinner. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a bench, a chair, and a table with chairs.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(78 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a table with a glass top. The room has a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of palm trees and the ocean.

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(101 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with a balcony, a television, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Studio, Partial Ocean View

A four-poster bed, a sitting area with a sofa and chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a balcony with wicker furniture.

Studio, Partial Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a dining area with chairs, a sofa, and a balcony with curtains.

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a dining area with chairs, a sofa, and a small table.

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 79 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa)

A spacious living room with a glass door leading to a balcony, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a piano.

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa)

  • Ocean view
  • 104 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Studio)

A spacious living area with a sofa, a round table with fruit, a TV, and a balcony with outdoor seating.

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

  • Ocean view
  • 71 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite)

A spacious room with two sofas facing a glass table, a vase with flowers, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.

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

  • Ocean view
  • 71 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a desk with a TV, and a balcony with a chair and table.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

A park with palm trees, a walking path, and a view of the ocean.

Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

  • Park view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, 2 Queens, Park & Partial Ocean view

A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a road with cars and palm trees.

Room, 2 Queens, Park & Partial Ocean view

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Santa Barbara Inn is in Santa Barbara Beach, a neighborhood in Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara Zoo is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor are worth checking out. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Santa Barbara Bowl or Municipal Tennis Center. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
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901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103

What's nearby

  • A beach with a large cruise ship in the distance, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
    East Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • An elephant in a zoo enclosure with a rocky background and mountains in the distance.
    Santa Barbara Zoo
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A pier with lights reflecting on the water, a flag, and buildings in the background.
    Stearns Wharf
    7 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Chase Palm Park
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cabrillo Pavillion
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    11 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Shellfish Company
    4 min drive
  • El Sitio
    15 min walk
  • Mother Stearns Candy Co.
    4 min drive
  • The Harbor Restaurant
    3 min drive

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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
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
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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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.

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?

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 27 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

Santa Barbara Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 799 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

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6/10 Okay

was good location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and pool and restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Outstanding Property Great staff and service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property with spacious, comfortable room. Restaurant was great and all staff was super helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property with spacious, comfortable rooms. Great location on the beach and close to the wharf and State Street. My husband and I very much enjoyed our short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nice room, convenient to the Connivo restaurant downstairs (ate there twice), great location across the street from the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a lovely room with a balcony and an ocean view. The hotel restaurant was excellent. All hotel staff that we encountered were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great boutique hotel with all the amenities you could hope for and with an excellent conveniant location. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Unbelievable location, great sea view room, happy hour and drinks choice tops, and food great. This cannot be a 3 star hotel as it feels like a good 5 star
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel overlooking the beach. Huge luxurious rooms with a large balcony. Perfect location for the beach and a short drive to all the restaurants and bars. Would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We got a beautiful corner room with a balcony overlooking the pool! Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Great ambiance and service!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It’s was a beautiful experience… this boutique hotel was prefect! The location was the best easy access to everthing we needed. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel is beautiful and has an excellent restaurant and bar and pool and hit tub. Beds are well appointed and comfortable. It is located just across the street from the beach with great views of the ocean and park. The hotel is also located within walking distance of almost all the best restaurants and bars in Santa Barbara. I don’t always give good reviews and I have traveled extensively. This place is a 10 out of 10.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We enjoyed our stay. Conveniently located to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very large clean rooms. Was a fantastic location, with most things in walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property just across the street from the beach. Nice walk to Stearns Wharf. Very comfortable bed, and quick convenient valet service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Really enjoyed the restaurant and proximity of besch.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great views, nice pool, big bathrooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I had a wonderful stay with helpful staff who went out of their way to make sure everything was just right. The room was extremely clean and spacious, with a very comfortable mattress. I enjoyed eating breakfast outdoors at the hotel restaurant. The beach across the road was perfect for our small wedding party - not at all packed. We also enjoyed the hot tub and pool, which were sparkling clean. There was a sidewalk next to the road for jogging and some workout equipment. in a park just north of the . This place was definitely worth the splurge.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Bed very comfortable. They charge residents for overnight parking Not enough beds around the pool. Property a little dated but nevertheless enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I loved the location on east beach but even better was the cozy vibe and the superb staff. There’s a very good restaurant on property also. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved our stay at Santa Barbara Inn, from check in to checkout it was seamless! The staff were amazing, so helpful and friendly. The hotel itself is gorgeous and our ocean view room was so spacious with great views! I highly recommend staying at this hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Well kept and quiet. Great location for a relaxing stay and the view of the beach was great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay. Clean room in great condition. Super friendly staff. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026