Villa Rosa Inn

3.0 star property

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Exterior
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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Point of interest
Courtyard

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$391
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May

Explore the area

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15 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

1K

7.2 out of 10
Good
(42 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

2Q

7.2 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio Apartment King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

One bedroom Apartment King Queen

  • Partial ocean view
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

One bedroom Apartment King Twin

  • Partial ocean view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

King Studio Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

King Twin Studio Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two Bedroom King + 2 Queen

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Queen Twin Loft Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

One Bedroom Apartment King Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

King Twin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

King Spa

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Santa Barbara

At Villa Rosa Inn you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and within 30 minutes of Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool, a marina and free continental breakfast. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Added amenities include a free manager's reception, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Santa Barbara Beach hotel, you'll be 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Santa Barbara Zoo and 3.3 km (2 mi) from Cabrillo Bike Path.

What's nearby

  • West Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 6 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rudy's Mexican Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rodeo Room - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Villa Rosa Inn

Villa Rosa Inn offers its guests a marina and an outdoor pool. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at Villa Rosa Inn. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
Villa Rosa Inn offers 18 accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. 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

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The property charges USD 28.50 for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 40.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 40.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 28.50

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, JCB International and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Rosa Inn
Villa Rosa Inn Hotel
Villa Rosa Inn
Villa Rosa Inn Santa Barbara
Villa Rosa Santa Barbara
Villa Rosa Hotel Santa Barbara
Villa Rosa Inn Santa Barbara
Villa Rosa Inn Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Villa Rosa Inn?

Villa Rosa Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Rosa Inn?

As of 16 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Rosa Inn on 20 May 2026 start from NZ$391, 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 Villa Rosa Inn?

Yep, Villa Rosa Inn has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Villa Rosa Inn?

Yep, Villa Rosa Inn is a short 13-minute walk from East Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing. You can also find boat tours.

Does Villa Rosa Inn have a pool?

Villa Rosa Inn has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Does Villa Rosa Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary continental brekkie is served daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Villa Rosa Inn?

No, Villa Rosa Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Villa Rosa Inn?

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

Villa Rosa Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 392 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 121 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 124 out of 1014 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Estefania

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed in a room for 4–6 people and overall it was a great option for a group. The room was spacious, had a partial ocean view, a full kitchen, easy check-in, and the location was very convenient and close to everything. One downside was the hidden fees. The price shown is not the final price, and although the total was still affordable, you don’t know the final amount until after checkout when they bill you, which we didn’t love. As you can see in the pictures, this is not a 5-star hotel. The furniture and fixtures aren’t new, but they were nice enough, well organized, clean, and comfortable for a group stay. We didn’t use the other amenities or go to breakfast, but the breakfast area (like the waffle makers) looked old and didn’t seem very hygienic. The interior of the hotel feels a bit like an antique store, so keep in mind it’s not going to feel modern or spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Iliana

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute and quaint stay. The hotel has a lot of character and charm.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

marianne

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Silvia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Main receptionist, Liz, was very nice but there should have been another person. Long line to check in. Bed was comfortable but the place needs “major renovation”. There was no heating in the room when we arrived; furniture seemed bought at sasale. Sale.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

CLIFFORD

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Peter Vincent

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful place, great value for the money, close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very comfortable room. reception area was empty upon arrival. had to wait for someone to get there to check in
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Staff & service
The Villa Rosa Inn canceled my reservation because they said the price I got it at was too low (as if that were my fault) and that they were trying to update their Expedia account to increase the price for one night. Can you imagine the mess if all hotels acted this way whenever we booked a room at a good discount that the hotel itself advertised? Just insane.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

george

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
they charge a property fee which is not disclosed in the reservation. They also did not have our room ready when we arrived after 5:00PM. The room was cold and uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Luz Stella

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Liliana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a dream. The frontbdesk person went out of her way to make us feel welcomed. Im coming back here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric, chatsworth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Eleanor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was located in a great place but that’s the best part of this review. Unfortunately, when we arrived at 3pm (as directed) the hotel was under staff with only one person and a line ten groups deep. Rooms were not ready and not enough staff to service the line of guests. The reception area was cluttered with so much random stuff that there wasn’t much seating or standing area. There was an aquarium with dead fish and a lot eclectic furniture. The interior is dark and dingy with reflections of the haunted mansion. The staffing did their best to check everyone in, be we didn’t get our room till 6:30pm. The room was clean but not really comfortable. There so much that needs be updated just to bring the hotel into the 2000s. I couldn’t recommend this unless you are in a pinch. It was definitely a disappointment.
Tight hallways with too much furniture.
Weird,
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Tamer

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was extremely disappointed with my stay at this Inn. The rooms felt very neglected and poorly maintained, and the property overall looks old and worn. The bathroom had visible mold on the walls, which is unacceptable and concerning from a health standpoint. Noise was a constant issue. There was very loud noise coming from neighboring rooms and from above, especially whenever someone used the shower. The pipes made an extremely loud noise for the entire duration of the water running, making it difficult to rest or sleep. Front desk service was also lacking. After 6 PM, there was no staff available—only a note instructing guests to call a number. I tried calling and left messages, but no one ever answered or returned the calls. Although the Inn advertises free breakfast, the quality was very poor. The food selection was bad, and on one occasion there was so much smoke coming from the waffle station that it felt like a fire was about to start, which was alarming. I stayed for three nights, and during that time there was no room service at all. Trash was never collected, and the room was not attended to in any way. Overall, this stay did not come close to justifying the amount of money charged. The lack of maintenance, service, cleanliness, and responsiveness made this a very disappointing experience. I would not recommend this Inn based on my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Eleanor

We weren’t able to check in until 6:30. The room wasn’t available and the poor staff was unsupported. There was only one person available to check everyone in at 3pm when we were told to come. There was a line 10 people deep. The hotel has the most eclectic and weirdest interiors. There isn’t enough parking for guests, and rental bikes as listed in on site. Have low expectations and it’s a place to lay your head, then you’re fine. The location is great but I can’t say much more.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Grace

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
The hotel is great unique and with an antique Spanish flair however they could probably think about better use of space because it’s too cluttered. The rooms are clean it’s just that the sheets are a bit smelly and scratchy. Parking is limited too but considering the area it is a good option.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Petr

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad service (no receptionist for hours during work hours), bad rooms (no heating in December). Avoid!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025