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Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour fitness center, steps from Paseo Nuevo Mall

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Reception
Front of property
Lobby lounge
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
King Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Hotel Santa Barbara offers a strategic location near Stearns Wharf. Enjoy in-room WiFi after exploring. The 24-hour gym fits any schedule, and dry cleaning keeps clothes fresh. Helpful staff and free bicycle rentals make city navigation effortless.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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Premier Queen | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Premier Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 214 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Historic Queen | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Historic Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 120 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

King Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 256 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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ADA King Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

ADA King Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 214 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

ADA King Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 214 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard 2 Queen Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard 2 Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • West Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Arlington Theater - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mission Santa Barbara - 4 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 8 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Barbara Craft Ramen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Cruisery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel near Stearns Wharf
Located close to Cabrillo Bikeway and Paseo Nuevo Mall, Hotel Santa Barbara provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour gym, and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free bicycle rentals, valet parking (surcharge), and 1 meeting room
  • A 24-hour front desk, ATM/banking services, and free newspapers
  • An elevator, a front-desk safe, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 75 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • 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 center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • 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

  • Bathrobes
  • 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

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 available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property

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

Is Hotel Santa Barbara pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

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

As of Oct 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Santa Barbara on Nov 3, 2025 start from $201.96, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Hotel Santa Barbara?

Valet parking is available for USD 30 per day.

What time is check-in at Hotel Santa Barbara?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Santa Barbara?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hotel Santa Barbara located?

Located in Downtown Santa Barbara, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Paseo Nuevo Mall and Cabrillo Bikeway. Casa de la Guerra and Lobero Theater are also within 10 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 8 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 713 out of 1027 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 1027 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1027 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1027 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1027 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Otto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel! Very attentive to guests’ needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, amazing staff, clean rooms. Rooms are a bit small but to be expected, would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was renovated nicely.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linzi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, tastefully restored celebrating 100 years soon. Staff were wonderful. Hotel is in prime location for shops, restaurants & beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room and location. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the hotel. State street is amazing, with multiple restaurants and lounge right on your doorstep.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very nice location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Accessible to restaurants / shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was in town for a wedding and this hotel was perfect for my first time in Santa Barbara. The renovations are beautiful and the staff could not have been better. Fantastic location - I was able to walk to all 3 wedding events and down to the pier one morning. I would definitely stay at this hotel again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosy

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

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such friendly, personable staff. Great free bikes to rent. Perfect location, lovely interior design.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself is so beautiful. Perfect spot to stay at with many amenities within walking distance. Staff was amazing and informative. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHARLES

Liked: Amenities
Location and staff were excellent and made my wife’s birthday special.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely updates and quiet guest room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding staff. So friendly and helpful. Great location, right in the heart of shopping and dining distract. Free shuttle to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this hotel and looking forward to staying here again. The new remodel is beautiful, close to dining, shopping and the beach. Hotel has the most amazing smell as soon as you walk in. Friendly and nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chandrashekar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in great neighborhood
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emellia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeously remodeled property. Loved all the decor and the location. Service was also stellar. Will absolutely stay here again!
Beautiful details
Innovative hydration station with sparkling and still options
Beautiful lobby
Love all the details
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

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

10/10 Excellent

Therese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. Newly redone with classic Santa Barbara feel. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room with bathtub , although view of parking lot and noisy maintenance on lobby were surprises. Staff was helpful and friendly. New decor gorgeous. Especially appreciated the convenient water bottle filling stations.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ardalan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property! It’s at the very heart of downtown Santa Barbara. My room was facing the street, so it was a bit noisy as it was a Friday night and SB is a college town. But the property itself is great and has many amenities!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel, unbeatable location, great staff. Dennis at the front desk was so welcoming. Can't wait to return.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025