Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
Motel near Santa Barbara Harbor in Santa Barbara

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony) | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Free daily self-serve breakfast
Reception
Terrace/patio
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
128 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara City College
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Triple Queen)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe Double Queen)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Deluxe Double Queen with Balcony)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe King)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this Santa Barbara Beach motel, you'll find Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf. Carriage and Western Art Museum and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Barbara City College - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 10 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Brophy Bros - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Roasting Company - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Motel near Santa Barbara Harbor in Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free breakfast is served daily. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Avania Inn of Santa Barbara. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Santa Barbara motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 47 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara offers 47 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Microwaves and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Travel crib

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (40 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (33 inches high)
  • Handrails in hallways (37 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (37 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 18 children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 18 children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using exisiting bedding.

Property is also known as

Avania
Avania Ascend Collection
Avania Inn Ascend Hotel Collection
Avania Inn Santa Barbara Ascend Hotel Collection
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Avania Inn
Avania Inn Of Santa Barbara Hotel Santa Barbara
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Country Inn Santa Barbara
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Avania Inn of Santa Barbara to the airport?

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara is 10.2 mi (12-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

As of Jun 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara on Jul 2, 2025 start from $188.49, 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.

Does Avania Inn of Santa Barbara have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara.

How close is Avania Inn of Santa Barbara to the beach?

This motel is a short 11-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach and 1.1 mi (2-min drive) from East Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Avania Inn of Santa Barbara offer free breakfast?

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara offers free self-serve breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Avania Inn of Santa Barbara have a pool?

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara features an outdoor pool.

Does Avania Inn of Santa Barbara have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Avania Inn of Santa Barbara to downtown Santa Barbara?

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara is 1.1 mi away from Santa Barbara.

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1168 out of 1729 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 388 out of 1729 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 1729 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1729 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1729 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Traveled with family
With so many choices in the area, I think there are better options. They seemed short staffed and the hotel a bit worn down.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
It’s all right. However, there are a lot of choices in the area and I’m not sure I made the right one in choosing this hotel for a wedding weekend. They seemed short staffed and the property a bit worn.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

john

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Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great.

Another great place in Santa Barbara for train travelers. Clean, quiet and a short walk from the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trang

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was only ok. The carpet was really old and ripped up in spots. There was also a weird odor in the room. The proximity to the beach was good and the breakfast and employees were good. I wouldn't stay there again though. The price was too high for the condition of the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Vera

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel was clean. The breakfast was very nice. Really enjoyed being walk-able distance to the harbor and close to everything. It is a noisy place though. More like a motel than an "inn".
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great family place, good heated pool.

Just a great place to bring children. about 3 hotels from the boats
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn, TULARE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very helpful and friendly. Breakfast is great! It is my place of choice when visiting Santa Barbara.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Breakfast, walk to pier, 2 minutes to downtown. excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Alan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Okay

The television remote would not work. I had to ask for assistance three times. It was never properly resolved. The heater did not seem to change when I increased the temp on the remote for the av. Otherwise, it was okay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

April m

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Met my cousin here for a family reunion with our kids. Staff was very friendly. Good location. Good breakfast. Room clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location, property and staff. Very clean, huge room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Janet Marlene

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish you guys had bacon options at breakfast but not complaining. It was all good!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harriet

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable-nice beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good trip

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harriet

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delwayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Book elsewhere

We stayed in room 109 for one night. Upon checking into our room, before unpacking, we noticed the very loud sounds of the elevator. I immediately went back to reception and spoke with the desk staff, requesting a room change. He told me the noise I was hearing was from the laundry room and not the elevator. He stated it would cease at 4pm. It did not. The noise was indeed the elevator and he did not offer to assign us a different room. Because of the noise, despite wearing ear plugs, it was a terrible night's sleep. The elevator ran often, and woke my husband up for the last time at 1:30am. At 5am, it started back up and woke us up. In addition, our room was on the same floor (1st) as the breakfast area. We could hear the staff talking and laughing early in the morning, despite wearing ear plugs. We would not recommend this property for even a one night stay. There are several other comparable properties nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025