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La Playa Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel near Santa Barbara City College in Santa Barbara

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Courtyard
Courtyard
Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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116 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(81 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(57 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Patio

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Patio | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Patio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Beach stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Santa Barbara Beach hotel, you'll find Santa Barbara City College and Stearns Wharf. Santa Barbara County Courthouse and Santa Barbara Zoo are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Barbara City College - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • West Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 12 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eli Luria Library - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rodeo Room - ‬6 min walk

About this property

La Playa Inn

Hotel near Santa Barbara City College in Santa Barbara
As a guest of La Playa Inn, you'll find a terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. La Playa Inn also features concierge services, a front-desk safe, and an elevator. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2020
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
La Playa Inn offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 39-inch LED televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 39-inch LED TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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; 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
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
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Days Inn Wyndham Santa Barbara Hotel
Days Inn Wyndham Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Days Inn
La Playa Inn Hotel
La Playa Inn Santa Barbara
La Playa Inn Hotel Santa Barbara
Days Inn by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

How close is La Playa Inn to the airport?

La Playa Inn is 10.3 mi (14-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 La Playa Inn?

As of Jun 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Playa Inn on Jun 29, 2026 start from $321, 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 La Playa Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at La Playa Inn.

How close is La Playa Inn to the beach?

This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from West Beach and 12-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does La Playa Inn offer free breakfast?

La Playa Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at La Playa Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at La Playa Inn?

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

Is there free parking at La Playa Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does La Playa Inn have a pool?

La Playa Inn does not have a pool.

Does La Playa Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is La Playa Inn to downtown Santa Barbara?

La Playa Inn is 1.1 mi away from Santa Barbara.

La Playa Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 833 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1008 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is so cute, super friendly staffs and location is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Kimberly

I absolutely enjoyed my stay here and will be visiting again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay was pleasant and conveniently located near the city center. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice clean property! Will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great, clean rooms, look forward to a return trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Weihua

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean, friendly staff, great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alfredo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lehi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was beautiful and conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shiran

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Sancho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was spotless, staff was friendly, location is convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Haley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and good location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jiweon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and spacious room, kind staff, wonderful breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jun

The hotel is very clean, and the staff are friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was so clean and the property looked just like the pictures! Beautiful property. Comfortable beds. Will stay here again on the next trip to Santa Barbara!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Juerg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location close to the beach. Great breakfast outside in the garden! Clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Luciana Adgemian Menani

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, kind and helpful staff, great parking, great location, very good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and bed was comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very comfortable, with a little, private seating area outside. The location was very close to the beach and marina. The front desk staff were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Zephaniah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Love this place, staff is great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, helpful staff, good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I would stay here again. Very nice accommodations easy access and easy to find
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Lucia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Charming and quiet place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

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