Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

4.0 star property
Hotel with a rooftop terrace, steps from Paseo Nuevo Mall

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Juliet Balcony)
Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Canary)

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$768
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

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31 W Carrillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Bowl
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Pillow-top bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Juliet Balcony)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony (Juliet Balcony)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Juliet Balcony)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room (Essential)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Pillow-top bed
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Outdoor Living Area)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Pillow-top bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Balcony (Mobility, Access Tub)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Pillow-top bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Canary)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
  • 121 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Access Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Pillow-top bed
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Access Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Pillow-top bed
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Juliet Balcony)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Juliet Balcony)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Pillow-top bed
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG places you in the centre of Santa Barbara, within a short 5-minute stroll of Paseo Nuevo Mall and Lobero Theater. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a gym. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the gym and pool loungers as well as access to free bike hire and yoga classes. Business amenities include meeting rooms and a business centre. Other amenities include Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and spa services. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Downtown Santa Barbara hotel include El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Cabrillo Bikeway.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 17 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cajé - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Savoy Cafe & Deli - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Persona Pizzeria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Blue Owl - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Hotel with a rooftop terrace, steps from Paseo Nuevo Mall
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool, a health club, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. A rooftop terrace, spa services, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG was completed in March 2023.

This 4-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 97 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG offers 97 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and MP3 docking stations. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Santa Barbara hotel provides wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps) for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, laptop-compatible safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include minibars and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 12.99 per day)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 12.99 per day)

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 9 to 18 for adults and USD 9 to 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Finch and Fork

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - March 2023
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • IPod dock
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per day
  • Resort fee: USD 44.80 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 9 to 18 for adults and USD 9 to 18 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 12.99 per day (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: USD 12.99 per day (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 50.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

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, 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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 affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Canary Hotel
Canary Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG?

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG?

As of 30 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG on 1 Oct 2025 start from NZ$690.51, 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 Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG?

Yep, Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG has valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 50.00 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG?

The closest beach to Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG is Leadbetter Beach (2.2 km).

Is there a spa on site at Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer spa services.

Does Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG have a pool?

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

What makes Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG.

Is Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as free bike rentals and an outdoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is on offer weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG?

No, Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG?

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

Are pets allowed at Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG?

Furry friends are welcome at Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG, with food and water bowls on offer.