Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, 3-minute walk to Santa Barbara Harbor

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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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
(64 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 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
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 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
(82 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe Double Queen)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 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
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 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
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 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
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • 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
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Santa Barbara

At Avania Inn of Santa Barbara you'll be within steps of Carriage and Western Art Museum and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum. 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 dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Santa Barbara Beach motel include Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo.

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) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eli Luria Library - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬11 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, 3-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
  • Dry cleaning
  • 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
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • 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
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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
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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. 1331 out of 2006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 447 out of 2006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 145 out of 2006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 2006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 2006 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stephen

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

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, staff was friendly, room was great, goid breakfast, and nice location. I will definitely stay here next time.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was extremely comfortable. I loved the staff. I coffee at the free breakfast was delicious
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was big and had plenty of outlets. Very clean. Just 2 block walk to the beach. Had breakfast with cereal, pastry, toast, waffles, eggs, hash browns and sausage. Would stay here again. All the staff were super friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gabel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good. Close to beach. Close to dining. Safe.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gazelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice stay, we just book last minute to be near the wedding venue, it’s affordable that night, they serve free bfast but we were so tired to get up. Parking was full that night but luckily 1 slot left for us. We slept good and everything was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were beautiful and clean. My kids loved the pool. It is conveniently located near the gorgeous waterfront. In the park across the street, we noticed several individuals experiencing homelessness; however, we did not feel unsafe. It was also inconvenient that the front desk and lobby were not open 24 hours a day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Location, location, location.

Comfortable hotel with a perfect location. Good breakfast sele. Nice pool and hot tub. Would stay again and recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siamion

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

8/10 Good

Carol

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valeria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and very close to the local bars by the beach
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Dorothee

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Our room looks nice but was smelly. We can’t figure out if it was from the carpet or the exhaust from the toilet. It was an unpleasant smell and the AC wasn’t working well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Lynda

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Pubic hair in b bed

We checked into the hotel and went up to our room and went to get into bed and there was hair in the sheets under the sheets on the mattress cover on the down comforter there was no customer service at the front desk after 10 o’clock last night we were not allowed to have any water or ice. My husband asked and they said they’re closed. The manager told us today that the hotel lobby should’ve been open till 2 AM and that it was unacceptable. We couldn’t reach anybody from the hotel until 7 o’clock this morning so I spent the night sitting in a chair in my hotel room, and my husband laid on top of towels.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
The room was ok, kinda like a Motel 6 but it was very hard to sleep because you could hear everything around you, doors slamming , people walking above you , probably not a well sound insulated building, I don't think I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moses

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room and close to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was fine, however only 1 drawer and limited closet, so couldn’t unpack. Also, no towel bars for drying towels. They only do room service every other day. Great parking, nice breakfast. Very nice people. Great walking distance to the wharf , beach and restaurants. We didn't use the pool. It was a 3 star hotel so met expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ruben

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025