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La Playa Inn

2.5-star property
116 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA 1-855-201-7819
4.7 out of 5
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"Loved this small hotel ! Cozy beautiful close to the beach … plus breakfast included :) thank you!!! " More

By a verified traveler on Sun 10 Dec 2023

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Hotel Description

Hotel near Santa Barbara City College in 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).

Renovated in 2020

This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. A terrace, luggage storage, and concierge services are also on offer.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max
$209* Per night/room Apr 23 - Apr 24

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Patio

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

La Playa Inn ratings based on 10 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.7 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 5.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for La Playa Inn

Everyone (4) Couples (1) Family (2)
5 out of 5
Loved this small hotel ! Cozy beautiful close to the beach … plus breakfast included :) thank you!!!

Posted by , from SAN YSIDRO on Dec 10, 2023

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Dec 12, 2023 by La Playa Inn Management

Dear Eliza, We're delighted to hear that you loved our small hotel! The cozy and beautiful atmosphere, combined with proximity to the beach, made for a wonderful experience. We're glad you enjoyed the included breakfast as well. Thank you for your kind words, and we appreciate your positive feedback. It was our pleasure to have you as our guest, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. If there's anything specific you loved or any suggestions for improvement, feel free to share. Safe travels! Thank You,La Playa Inn Management

5 out of 5

Posted by on Sep 29, 2023

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5 out of 5
I liked the look and cleanliness of the property. The room was great. Staff was friendly. I would definitely stay again.

Posted by , from Lakewood on Apr 12, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Apr 17, 2023 by La Playa Inn Management

Dear Marvin,Thank you for your wonderful review!  We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the look and cleanliness of our property, as well as the great room and friendly staff.  We're honored to have you as our guest and look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit. Thank You,La Playa Inn Management

5 out of 5
Everyone was just great.

Posted by , from LAKELAND on Feb 5, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Feb 8, 2023 by La Playa Inn Management

Dear Guest,Amazing! Thank you for giving us a PERFECT score review and for recommending our hotel to other travelers. Thank you so much for the PERFECT SCORE review. We work tirelessly to ensure our guests experience the best hospitality in Santa Barbara.Again, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay and we would love to host you again.Thank You,La Playa Inn Management

5 out of 5
Beautiful, modern, quiet & extremely clean. Staff is amazing…so friendly and welcoming. Free, well-lit covered and uncovered parking on property. Breakfast includes fresh fruit & fresh pastries delivered daily (loved the ham & cheese croissant). Just a 2 minute walk to Toma for an amazing Italian dinner.

Posted by on Jan 14, 2023

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Jan 17, 2023 by La Playa Inn Management

Dear Guest,Amazing! Thank you for giving us a PERFECT score review and recommending our hotel to other travelers. It's lovely to hear that you found our accommodation clean and quiet. I'm delighted you enjoyed a quiet environment, and we were able to make your stay comfortable and relaxing. We are happy that you noticed our front desk's friendliness and will ensure they get the recognition you have given. Our breakfast helps our guests have the energy to seize the day and get the most out of their visit to Santa Barbara. Thank you again for your PERFECT score review; we hope you can make a return visit and stay with us again very soon!Thank You,La Playa Inn Management

4 out of 5
The room was nice - recently updated. Very clean and comfortable beds. The air conditioning did not work but thankfully it wasn’t very hot and opening the windows helped. Also, there was a nice fan in the room that helped to cool it down.

Posted by , from Brentwood on Jul 22, 2022

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Aug 1, 2022 by La Playa Inn Management

Dear Joy, Thank you so much for the POSITIVE SCORE. We are pleased to know that you loved our recently updated, clean, and spacious rooms. We are delighted to hear about your enjoyable time at the hotel. Thanks again for appreciating our hospitality. We would like to have your company once again. Thank You, La Playa Inn Management

4 out of 5
Very clean & new. Friendly staff. Bed was incredibly comfortable. Location was perfect- close to ocean and quiet. Bonus they have EV chargers. Was nice to have some light breakfast items but the muffins were dry. Would recommend this hotel.

Posted by on Feb 6, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Feb 9, 2022 by Arlene - Guest Services

Hi Felice, we are pleased to hear you enjoyed your recent stay at our boutique hotel. We are fortunate to have a team who truly cares about offering our guests warm and personalized service in a clean and comfortable environment. We are also happy to hear that our prime location closed to all downtown attractions and the ocean, offered you a memorable experience in Santa Barbara. We look forward to hosting you again soon!

5 out of 5
Very close to my event!

Posted by , from San Diego on Nov 21, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Nov 25, 2021 by Tim - Guest Services

Jim, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We strive to meet the needs of all of our guests as we navigate the next stages of the pandemic. We're thrilled to read that our property was stationed right next to your planned event! That always makes for a great stay in any location. We hope we were able to meet and exceed all of your expectations during your stay with us. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any further comments or concerns. We hope to have the opportunity to assist you again in the near future.

5 out of 5
What a beautiful little hotel! Right in the middle of everything, easy enough to walk to state street and all the little spots along the way

Posted by on Jul 19, 2021

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Jul 22, 2021 by Tim - Guest Services

Thank you so much for your spectacular review! We're working as hard as ever to ensure we meet the needs of all of our guests as we turn the page on the pandemic. We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed our new hotel and prime location close to all of the downtown attractions. We hope we were able to meet and exceed all of your expectations during your stay with us. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any further comments or concerns. We hope to have the opportunity to assist you again in the near future.

4 out of 5
The place is nice and clean. The only problem I had was with one of the night managers. I told him that someone was in parked in the handicap parking space and he said,”that is my car parked, and I park there because the entrance to my office is in front of the Disability parking Space.” My husband is disabled and we need the parking space to fully open the door so he can get out. I’m not going to say what my husband has because it’s a HIPPA violation but it’s the principle to keep that parking space open.

Posted by , from San Diego, CA on Oct 16, 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

Oct 21, 2020 by Harry K, General Manager

Dear guest, Thank you for taking the time to write such a detailed review. Please not that this information has bee passed on to our concerned staff. Thank you for letting us know.

About the La Playa Inn

Location 116 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Property Features

As a guest of La Playa Inn, you'll find a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a vending machine. 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. A complete renovation of La Playa Inn was completed in March 2020. 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

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , High-speed internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Internet access in public areas - high speed

Parking

Free self parking , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Train station: Santa Barbara Station (0.9 km / 0.6 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

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.

  • Pillowtop beds
  • LED television
  • Digital channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Safe
  • Designer toiletries
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Exterior corridor access
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor
  • Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at midnight
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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 fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

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 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. Contactless check-out is available.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Security system
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property does not follow a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Masks are compulsory at the property for guests without full COVID-19 vaccination
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

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.

Hotel Names

  • 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

You should know

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.