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The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel near Santa Barbara Harbor in Santa Barbara

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Fountain
Reception
Outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Santa Barbara Suite - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock
Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for King Room - Ground Floor

King Room - Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Room - Ground Floor

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(84 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Room - Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Queen Room - Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Two Queens - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Queens - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 243 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for King and Double w/ Patio - Ground Floor

King and Double w/ Patio - Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King and Double w/ Patio - Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe King - Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe King - Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 267 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Franciscan Suite - Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Franciscan Suite - Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 287 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Palm Suite - Accessible | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Palm Suite - Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 287 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Managers Suite - Ground Floor | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Managers Suite - Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 287 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Junior King Suite - Ground Floor | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Junior King Suite - Ground Floor

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 287 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Franciscan Suite Balcony - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

Franciscan Suite Balcony - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Franciscan Suite Balcony - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 287 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe King Balcony - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

Deluxe King Balcony - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe King Balcony - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 267 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive King - Accessible | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive King - Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 256 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Edgewater Suite - Ground Floor, Loft 2nd Bedroom

Edgewater Suite - Ground Floor, Loft 2nd Bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Edgewater Suite - Ground Floor, Loft 2nd Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Santa Barbara Suite - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

Santa Barbara Suite - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Santa Barbara Suite - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 498 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Franciscan Suite Upstairs - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

Franciscan Suite Upstairs - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Franciscan Suite Upstairs - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Franciscan Suite Patio - Ground Floor

Franciscan Suite Patio - Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Franciscan Suite Patio - Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Streetview King - Ground Floor

Streetview King - Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Streetview King - Ground Floor

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Streetview King w/ Kitchen - Ground Floor

Streetview King w/ Kitchen - Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Streetview King w/ Kitchen - Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for King Patio - Ground Floor

King Patio - Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Patio - Ground Floor

  • 267 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

City center stay.A stay at this Santa Barbara Beach hotel places you steps from Carriage and Western Art Museum and within a 5-minute walk of Santa Barbara Harbor. West Beach and Santa Barbara City College are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • West Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Santa Barbara City College - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Leadbetter Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Brophy Bros - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Franciscan Hotel

Hotel near Santa Barbara Harbor in Santa Barbara
The Franciscan Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and complimentary bicycles. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and concierge services are also featured at The Franciscan Hotel. Self parking is free.

This Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
The Franciscan Hotel offers 50 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property 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 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and 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
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, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM.

Property is also known as

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Franciscan Inn Santa Barbara
Franciscan Santa Barbara
Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara
Franciscan Inn Santa Barbara Ca
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Franciscan Hotel to the airport?

The Franciscan Hotel is 10.3 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 The Franciscan Hotel?

As of Apr 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Franciscan Hotel on Apr 20, 2026 start from $230, 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.

Does The Franciscan Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Franciscan Hotel.

How close is The Franciscan Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from West Beach and 12-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Franciscan Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Franciscan Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Franciscan Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Franciscan Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at The Franciscan Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Franciscan Hotel have a pool?

The Franciscan Hotel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9 AM to 10 PM.

Does The Franciscan Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Franciscan Hotel to downtown Santa Barbara?

The Franciscan Hotel is 1.1 mi away from Santa Barbara.

The Franciscan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 869 out of 1106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 1106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 1106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1106 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

BONNIE, LOS ANGELES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great value if you want super nice and simple, right near the beach it’s great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Checked in and all else walking distance-beautiful beach, sunset, dinner options. Lovely place and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mika

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Marcel

Liked: Amenities
Very clean room. Warm cookies!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bed was miserable. Sagging mattress
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Launa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay. My husband and I stayed for a little getaway, but we would love to go back with the kids. It’s a short walk to the beach, MOXI, train station and great food. Everything was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kritika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great brunch, beautiful property and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ben went out of his way to make me feel welcome! Thank you Ben. Catherine Smith
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the in room coffee and machine was great. Also loved the breakfast included. Location is good and room was clean and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Bruce

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Under staffed, surly agents, TV inoperable, not an enjoyable stay for us.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Baojie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Sheri

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Our check in was fine. The staff was courteous, but not overly friendly. We later learned that fresh-baked cookies were available, but we were not notified at the time, which was disappointing. I was also reminded after our trip that we were supposed to have a room with a balcony, but instead we had a ground floor room with a view of trashcans, which is clearly less impressive.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Chintan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location of hotel is very good. Staff were friendly. Rooms were ok. But definitely worth the price paid.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Franciscan exceeded my expectations for my first time being here, the room was very cozy and just right with the amount of amenities. It could have used a bit more storage for clothes but other than that it was perfect 👌 Thank you 😊 to the staff for making it a memorable trip. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lei

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean, well designed and spacious suite. The plumbing pipes were very noisy, though, and we reported it to the front desk and he took note of it. Hoping that it gets fixed.
Comfy bedding!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ishita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don't know if there is a glitch with Expedia but the room types displayed on Expedia do not match the actual room types in the hotel. I thought I had booked a suite with one queen and one full bed but the booking on their end showed only one bed. The hotel was able to accommodate us with a room with a pullout couch, and it was just one night, but it was still a problem. Anyway, the bathroom was especially nice and they actually had complimentary breakfast so it worked out. Otherwise, I would've been upset about paying more for a lesser room. Again, no issues with the property, but the listing on Expedia is misleading (room types and free breakfast availability).
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Briana

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean and the bathroom smells good with strong shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025