Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Santa Barbara Harbor

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite)
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible
Breakfast area
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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128 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe King)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(66 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(83 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe Double Queen)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Deluxe Double Queen with Balcony)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Shower/bath combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Triple Queen)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara places you steps from Carriage and Western Art Museum and within a short 5-minute stroll of Santa Barbara Harbor. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool, free self-parking and Access to hot tub. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and express check-out. Additionally, you'll find multilingual staff, luggage storage and a television in a common area. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Santa Barbara Beach motel include Santa Barbara Bowl and University of California, Santa Barbara.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Leadbetter Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 10 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Brophy Bros - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Motel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Santa Barbara Harbor
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara offers its guests an outdoor pool and Access to hot tub. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Avania Inn of Santa Barbara. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Santa Barbara motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 47 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara offers 47 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Microwaves and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (84 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in hallways (93 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in stairways (93 centimetre high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (101 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 18 children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 18 children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Avania
Avania Ascend Collection
Avania Inn Ascend Hotel Collection
Avania Inn Santa Barbara Ascend Hotel Collection
Avania Santa Barbara
Avania Santa Barbara Ascend Collection
Avania Inn Santa Barbara
Avania Inn
Avania Inn Of Santa Barbara Hotel Santa Barbara
Avania Hotel Santa Barbara
Country Inn Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara Motel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

Yep, Avania Inn of Santa Barbara has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

Yep, Avania Inn of Santa Barbara is a short 11-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach.

Does Avania Inn of Santa Barbara have a pool?

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara has an outdoor pool.

Is Avania Inn of Santa Barbara family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an outdoor pool, as well as travel cots in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Avania Inn of Santa Barbara is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

No, Avania Inn of Santa Barbara does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1385 out of 2097 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 468 out of 2097 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 2097 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 2097 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 2097 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good staff, Clean rooms, good breakfast, great location in SB
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
The Inn was very clean and conveniently located. We had an easy check in and the staff was very pleasant and courteous. There was some noise between the rooms, but nothing too loud. THe rooms were clean and fairly spacious. The location was excellent as we were able to walk to the harbor, beach and many restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and attentive staff. Decent breakfast. Loved their coffee machine. Very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Richelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room , beddings generally clean. But there was a subtle smell of probably dried urine (very subtle) maybe bathroom needs sanitising. Need bathroom cleaning spray all over toilet bowl and floor.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Susana

Just a regular hotel room, nothing great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Cecilia

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very spacious but kinda dark where the beds are located.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Estefanny

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff communicated consistently if i needed any questions answered before my check in. Nice and clean area, staff was very nice. Breakfast was decent, would recommend staying here to others and ill also be coming back out.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean. Good breakfast. Staff helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lizette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful and very friendly. Our room was clean and quiet. We’ll definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ira

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean roof attentive staff, horrible parking situation. Great breakfast, walls are thin so be weary.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Wai Chi Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is good hence they said they only have 2 room at the ground floor facing the park age.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and property. Beautiful rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Deniece

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Montez, San Francisco

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice breakfast, hot tub was gross and didn’t get much sun, staff were fabulous.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeannine, Ann Arbor

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Pedro

Mucho ruido en planta baja, pero si descansé
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness
no one was at desk when we checked in and when he did show up was hard to understand. Breakfast was not very good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Babette, Highland Village

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and updated. Location is excellent. We stayed in this hotel several times. And will be back again. Staff is nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was your typical continental breakfast but it was fine for being included. The building appeared to be clean. No complaints from me.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed was very good!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025