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Hotel Santa Barbara

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A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column. - Hotel Santa Barbara (Santa Barbara)
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A room with a wooden floor, two brown armchairs, a round table with a book and a plant, a framed painting on the wall, and a wooden door with intricate carvings. - Hotel Santa Barbara (Santa Barbara)
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Located close to Paseo Nuevo Mall and Casa de la Guerra, Hotel Santa Barbara provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour gym, and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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Room options

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Premier Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(69 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, dresser, and a television.

Premier Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a decorative wall piece, and a fruit bowl on the bed.

King Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a wooden headboard, a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a chandelier.

King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(88 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Historic Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(69 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a lamp, and curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a desk, a chair, a round coffee table, and a chandelier.

King Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a coffee maker, and a mirror reflecting a person in the background.

King Suite Ada

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

ADA King Room

  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a round ottoman, and a wooden wardrobe.

ADA King Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard 2 Queen Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard 2 Queen Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Hotel Santa Barbara is in Downtown Santa Barbara, a walkable area in Santa Barbara with great shopping. Santa Barbara Historical Museum and Lobero Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Casa de la Guerra and Mission Santa Barbara. Paseo Nuevo Mall and Arlington Theater are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours and whale-watching. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
Map
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Paseo Nuevo with shops and restaurants, a covered walkway, and bicycles parked.
    Paseo Nuevo Mall
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
    Santa Barbara Harbor
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A pier with lights reflecting on the water, a flag, and buildings in the background.
    Stearns Wharf
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lobero Theater
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Arlington Theater
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Dune Coffee Roasters
    3 min walk
  • Institution Ale Company
    1 min walk
  • Wildcat Lounge
    3 min walk
  • Joe's Cafe
    1 min walk
  • EOS Lounge
    4 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 valet parking on site (USD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Private wine tours
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

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 parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1926
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless 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 stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 150 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Uncovered valet parking fee: USD 30 per day (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 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Santa Barbara pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 30 per day.

What time is check-in at Hotel Santa Barbara?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Santa Barbara?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hotel Santa Barbara located?

Located in Downtown Santa Barbara, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Paseo Nuevo Mall, Casa de la Guerra, and Lobero Theater. Santa Barbara Historical Museum and Stearns Wharf are also within 1 mi (2 km). Santa Barbara Station is 8 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

Hotel Santa Barbara Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1153 out of 1504 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 1504 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1504 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1504 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1504 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located, nice hotel, friendly and helpful staff, clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Edison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really charming hotel very well located to the beach and local ambiance. Staff is awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly located in the heart of downtown. Beautiful hotel and polite and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, clean hotel and room. Really loud bar directly next to the hotel. Overall a little pricey for what it is.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Morelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect stay, bikes were offered for us to use, room service came in and cleaned for us while we were gone, and honestly the location was perfect, we didn't move our car once. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roderick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recently renovated and nicely decorated. The location is great to walk to local shops, bars and the beach. No restaurant as such but there are plenty in the immediate vicinity. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a great, central location. We enjoyed the bikes, too! We had a nice mid-week stay so it was quiet, but I do hear it can be loud Thursday-Saturday nights.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bailey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Over all a great stay, property is beautiful and clean, walking distance from local restaurants and 10 mins from the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay at the Hotel Santa Barbara. It was centrally located so I was able to find places to eat and shop. Staff was nice and friendly. I had a small room with a queen bed. Just right for an overnight stay. Bathroom was clean, new, and towels and toiletries were nice. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing. We were traveling with a toddler and that’s never easy. But the staff were so welcoming and made the stay very easy. The room was on the smaller end but over all we had a good stay. Can’t wait to be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

BELLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff, and best of all — pets stay free.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was comfortable. Room was very nice. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing. The location is also a great spot to allow you to walk everywhere!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying in historic hotels and The Santa Barbara Hotel is one of our favorites. The location on State Street is perfect. The rooms are on the small side, but are very comfortable. The hotel has recently been renovated and is very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a fantastic place to stay! The hotel was within walking distance of the beach and surrounded by amazing coffee and food shops. Will definitely be staying here again on our next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location on state street, using the bikes it was so easy to enjoy the stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful. Rooms are small but perfect for a short weekend. Location is incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Lots of restaurants and very walkable. We would definetly stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Talia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff. Check in was a breeze! Calm and relaxing vibe throughout the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shakeel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better than we expected , excellent location, beautiful property , great service , we would definitely stay at this location again .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel with stylish comfy rooms. Perfect to be in downtown SB
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was an absolute gem! So beautiful and amazing location, the staff were great and we really felt so welcomed and taken care of. We had our pup with us and he got lots of love and we really appreciated the use of bikes from the hotel too. We would definitely recommend and stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean, comfortable, accommodating. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026