Hotel Santa Barbara

3 stars
8.9
Very good
based on 1569 reviews
1,569 reviews
533 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, United States
533 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
+1 805 957 9300
Sat 12/9
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Sun 13/9
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

Situated close to Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District Station, Hotel Santa Barbara offers guests a convenient base while in Santa Barbara. It is also a short stroll from Andalucia Building and Brooks Institute, and is close to many of the area's popular attractions.

There are a variety of facilities on offer to guests of Hotel Santa Barbara, such as valet parking, a 24-hour reception and meeting facilities. Luggage storage, a concierge and room service are also available.

Each comfortable room at Santa Barbara Hotel has a refrigerator, plus all the essentials required for an enjoyable stay.

Those staying at the hotel can enjoy the on-site bar, conveniently based for a drink. A variety of cafés and restaurants are also found in the area.

Hotel Santa Barbara is under a 15-minute drive from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport and Presidio State Historic Park is a short walk away. The Santa Barbara Historical Museum, as well as Santa Barbara Amtrak Station, are within a 10-minute walk.

8.9
Very good
1569 reviews

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Amenities at Hotel Santa Barbara

  • Fitness centre
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible by lift
  • Accessible parking
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Adapted bath
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • Streaming service
  • TV

General

  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Parking and transportation

  • EV charging station
  • Parking
  • Valet parking
  • Private parking

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Dining

  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Things to do

  • Whale watching
  • Winery tours
  • Beach access
  • Cycling

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Safe

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Hotel Santa Barbara

8.9
Very good
1569 verified ratings
Wonderful
795
Very good
315
Good
230
Okay
99
Fair
55
Mediocre
23
Poor
51

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's prime location in the heart of Santa Barbara, making it convenient for shopping, dining, and exploring the city. Many appreciated the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the cleanliness and stylish renovation of the rooms and common areas. However, some guests noted issues with noise from nearby nightclubs, slow elevators, and occasional problems with room size and maintenance. Overall, the positive experiences with location, service, and cleanliness stood out most.
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8.0
Very good
Tom, Feb 2020
Pros (+) Right on State Street downtown, middle of shopping and seat/drink. Continental breakfast is pretty good with lots of selection.
Cons (-) Room a bit small.
7.1
Good
Anonymous, Aug 2019
Pros (+) location
Cons (-) breakfast, elevator
9.4
Wonderful
Maureen, Aug 2018
Pros (+) Loved the location and ambiance of this hotel. Staff was friendly and we had a nice stay.
Cons (-) The shower head water pressure wasn’t strong enough. Hard to rinse soap off of my hair. That was my only issue. This is a great place to stay.
8.2
Very good
Anonymous, Apr 2017
Pros (+) Decent and attractive accomodations, unbeatable location, staff were all great.
Cons (-) I was awakened by security discussing the drunken behavior of someone a few doors down. It seemed to go on longer than it should have though I recognize there's only so much control they have. But take note they post lots of quiet hours signs so they must attract partiers on and off.
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jan 2017
Pros (+) This hotel exceeded all expectations. It is an older building and they have done an outstanding job keeping the character while providing modern amenities. The location is great, we arrived and departed town via the Amtrak station, which is a 10 minute walk from the hotel. Its location near shopping, dining, and nightlife is perfect. And to top it off, I think the highlight is the staff. The peopl...
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Location

533 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

What's nearby

  • Andalucia Building389 yd
  • Santa Barbara Historical Museum0.3 mi
  • Presidio State Historic Park0.4 mi
  • Janssens-Orella-Birk Building0.5 mi
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse0.5 mi
  • Karpeles Manuscript Library0.6 mi
  • Santa Barbara Museum of Art0.6 mi
  • West Beach0.6 mi
  • Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra0.8 mi
  • Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center0.8 mi
  • Stearns Wharf0.8 mi
  • Alameda Park0.9 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 12:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Hotel Santa Barbara

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October
May
£206
£282
Cheapest month to stay with an average 35% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 25% rise in price.
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Which month has the cheapest rates at Hotel Santa Barbara?

The cheapest month to stay at Hotel Santa Barbara is January, with an average nightly rate of £214. The most expensive month is October at £357 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Hotel Santa Barbara?

The cheapest day to book Hotel Santa Barbara is Sunday, with an average nightly rate of £145. The most expensive day is Friday at £532 per night.

How far in advance should you book Hotel Santa Barbara?

To get the best price at Hotel Santa Barbara, book around 12 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 50% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Hotel Santa Barbara

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Hotel Santa Barbara, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and August.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Hotel Santa Barbara, plan to stay on a Sunday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Hotel Santa Barbara was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £145, while the most expensive was £145.
  • How long should you stay at Hotel Santa Barbara? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Hotel Santa Barbara

  • Where is Hotel Santa Barbara located?

    Hotel Santa Barbara is located at 533 State Street in Downtown, 0.4 miles from the centre of Santa Barbara. Andalucia Building is the closest landmark to Hotel Santa Barbara.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Hotel Santa Barbara?

    Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Hotel Santa Barbara.

  • Does Hotel Santa Barbara offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Hotel Santa Barbara offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Hotel Santa Barbara from the airport?

    Hotel Santa Barbara is 8.3 miles from Santa Barbara. Hotel Santa Barbara is 54.5 miles from Santa Maria Public.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Hotel Santa Barbara hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Hotel Santa Barbara in Santa Barbara and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Hotel Santa Barbara and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Hotel Santa Barbara.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.6
0.4 mi
Santa Barbara
8.3 mi

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