Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Santa Barbara Zoo

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Grand Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker
Front of property
Grand Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker
Grand Suite | Living area | 35-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Grand Suite | Living area | 35-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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433 Corona Del Mar Drive, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • Place, Cabrillo Pavillion
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, East Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

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

Grand Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Deck)

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Beach stay.At this Santa Barbara Beach hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of East Beach and Chase Palm Park. Cabrillo Pavillion and Santa Barbara Zoo are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Cabrillo Pavillion - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • East Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪El Sitio - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mother Stearns Candy Co. - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

3-star hotel near Santa Barbara Zoo
As a guest of Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara, you'll find an outdoor pool, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara also features concierge services, express check-out, and a front-desk safe. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara was completed in June 2024.

This 3-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1958
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara offers 26 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 35-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads.

This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Refrigerators and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Refrigerator on request

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • 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.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 35-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25.00
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant 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 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara to the airport?

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara is 11.6 mi (15-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 Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara?

As of Apr 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara on Apr 26, 2026 start from $174, 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 Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara.

How close is Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara to the beach?

This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from East Beach and 1.3 mi (3-min drive) from West Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara offer free breakfast?

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Early check-in costs USD 25.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara have a pool?

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM.

Does Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara to downtown Santa Barbara?

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara is 1.9 mi away from Santa Barbara.

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 634 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1007 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jamila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A++++ will stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

James

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was absolutely wonderful! We stayed in a king room overlooking the courtyard, and it was both clean and cozy. Breakfast baskets were available each morning, and the staff was friendly and welcoming. The location is perfect, just a short walk to the beach. Overall, an amazing experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Quaint. Clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cute breakfast basquet they give you is a nice gesture and the staff is extremely friendly and helpful. Loved the rooms and the closeness to the beach for a reasonable price. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Hoan, Los Angeles

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, but small ish room. I thought I would have a private deck, but you just get one big one that is shared with next door neighbor and opens up to the entire floor. Overall, it was fine for a one night stay with my dogs. Had streaming services on the tv, but didn’t work, so we watched cable. Staff/owner was very kind and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and parking, nice atmosphere, friendly helpful staff, comfortable bed and room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had an amazing stay at the Pacific Crest. I was a last minute book because the airbnb my family rented misportrayed how many beds it had. The first night the TV did not work in the room and hotel staff went out of their way to remedy the issue that had occurred due to a weather power outage. When it could not be fixed, they upgraded me and put me in the penthouse suite. It was amazing and I had a great few days at the Pacific Crest. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Although we were only there for one night it was a great location as we had our dog with us. We were able to walk to get burgers which was nice and they even had a charger we could charge our Tesla overnight with which was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tiarra

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here was nice clean and absolutely excellent it’s close to downtown and the beach property is also quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Cuong, Pleasanton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and good value for the hotel stay. Room was spacious and clean. Loved the Tesla charging that was provided at no additional cost. The walls are a bit thin so you may hear your neighbors, but ours was mostly well behaved. ;-) Overall, I would recommend Pacific Crest!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glover

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice and helpful. Even gave some great recommendations on local spots
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and as depicted in the pictures online
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and spotless
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the big clean room, the friendly staff and great service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn Leanna

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isai

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and lovely. Great location, walking distance to the zoo and beach. Happy with self-parking. Enjoyed the complimentary breakfast basket you can take back to your room. Would consider the stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Loved the breakfast basket in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Kelly

Traveled with family and small children
Very disappointed. My young daughter and I were traveling alone and we were given a room that seemed to be maybe an old garage converted into a room. It was dark and felt a bit creepy. There was a large gap in the exterior door and several large spiders walked right in while my daughter was awake, so that left her feeling uneasy. We woke up and there were a few dead bugs that I believe flew in through the gap during the night. Pros were the convenience to everything, the location near the beach was fantastic, free easy parking, the pool looked clean and well maintained. I might’ve like this hotel if we were given a different room, but I won’t be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was kind and room was better than expected
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and very clean facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025