Hotel Santa Barbara

3 stars
8.3
Very good
based on 1578 reviews
1,578 reviews
533 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, United States
533 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
+1 805 957 9300
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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.

8.3
Very good
1578 reviews

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Amenities at Hotel Santa Barbara

  • Fitness centre
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking
  • Business centre
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Reviews of Hotel Santa Barbara

8.3
Very good
1578 verified ratings
Wonderful
809
Very good
311
Good
231
Okay
99
Fair
54
Mediocre
23
Poor
51

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's central location, making it easy to access shops, restaurants, and the beach. The staff received many positive mentions for being friendly and helpful, and the amenities, including complimentary bikes and modern decor, were appreciated. Cleanliness was also highlighted as a strong point. However, many guests complained about high noise levels, especially at night due to nearby bars and nightclubs, which affected their sleep quality. Room size and some aspects of service had occasional negative remarks, but overall, the positives outweighed the negatives for most visitors.
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Location10 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Amenities8.5 out of 10
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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

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Check-in/Check-out

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

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.
Licence number: 95-3211849

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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 £224. The most expensive month is September at £361 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 £147. The most expensive day is Friday at £400 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 49% 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.
  • 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.

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8.3
0.4 mi
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8.3 mi

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