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Hotel Santa Barbara

Property class: 4

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A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.
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A spacious dining area with a central island, round tables, and comfortable seating.
A bar area with a high ceiling and skylight, wooden flooring, and a bar counter with stools.
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.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$617
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec

Explore the area

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533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Paseo Nuevo Mall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lobero Theater
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Premier Queen

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

Premier Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(73 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

View all photos for Historic Queen

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

Historic Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(75 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

View all photos for King Suite

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

King Suite

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed

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

View all photos for ADA King Suite

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara puts you in the heart of Santa Barbara, within just a 10-minute stroll of Paseo Nuevo Mall and Casa de la Guerra. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour fitness centre, and has a business centre. Added amenities include free use of bicycles and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Downtown Santa Barbara hotel include Lobero Theater and Santa Barbara Historical Museum.

What's nearby

  • Paseo Nuevo Mall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lobero Theater - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Arlington Theater - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 8 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dune Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wildcat Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Institution Ale Company - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Broad Street Oyster Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara offers its guests a 24-hour fitness centre and complimentary bicycles. Public spaces have free WiFi. A business centre and a meeting room are available. The business-friendly Hotel Santa Barbara also features a vending machine, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 75 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1926
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Hotel Santa Barbara offers 75 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • 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 centre
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • 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

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

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 are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 30 per day (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served or allowed at Hotel Santa Barbara.

Property is also known as

Hotel Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Hotel
Hotel Santa Barbara Hotel
Hotel Santa Barbara Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Santa Barbara?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Santa Barbara?

As of 12 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Santa Barbara on 9 Dec 2026 start from NZ$617, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hotel Santa Barbara?

Yep, Hotel Santa Barbara has uncovered valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 30 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Santa Barbara?

Yep, Hotel Santa Barbara is a short 11-minute walk from West Beach.

What makes Hotel Santa Barbara a romantic place to stay?

Winery tours, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Santa Barbara.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Santa Barbara?

No, Hotel Santa Barbara does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Santa Barbara?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Hotel Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1216 out of 1584 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 1584 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1584 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1584 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1584 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel is amazing!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely hotel! Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location for a visit to Santa Barbara.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Brilliant place!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff and cute little details throughout the hotel and the room!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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

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Great location, small but makes great use of space!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Best place I’ve stayed in Santa Barbara and the location is unmatched!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, lovely hotel, staff all very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A lovely remodel- a special place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Super friendly staff. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The building is beautiful and the lobby smells incredible. The staff was super friendly, and the location is perfect for exploring Santa Barbara.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, newly remodeled, excellent food in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean room, attentive staff, loved the gym.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a wonderful visit. Thank you to Alex for making our stay so perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Newly renovated, spotless, easy access to drinking water and ice- and the location is perfect ! Easy walk to shops, restaurants, and about a 15 minute walk to Stearns Wharf. Would definitely stay again !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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When I visit Santa Barbara, I always choose this hotel. It's a clean, cozy, and convenient hotel. The staff are also kind and friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautifully newly renovated upscale hotel in prime central location with convenient parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful experience, best SB hotel, comfortable beds. Great location. I will definitely return soon.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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loved this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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