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Santa Barbara Inn

4.0 star property
Hotel near Santa Barbara Zoo in Santa Barbara

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Relax on the balcony with a cushioned bench and round table, taking in the views of the beach and surrounding palm trees.
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Enjoy ocean views and palm trees from the balcony, featuring a glass table and chairs, a comfortable bed with a patterned bedspread, and a vase with fresh flowers.
Guests can enjoy a refreshing swim in the central courtyard pool surrounded by lush palm trees and multiple outdoor spaces.
Relax in this elegantly furnished living area with a high arched ceiling and large windows, a comfortable sofa, and a fireplace.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | View from room

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • 635 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa)

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa)

  • 1120 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Partial Ocean View | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

  • 850 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(57 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, Partial Ocean View

Studio, Partial Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Studio, Partial Ocean View

  • 624 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

Room, 1 King Bed, Park View | Park view

Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

  • 450 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

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

View all photos for Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite)

Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite) | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite)

  • 764 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Studio)

Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Studio) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Studio)

  • 764 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 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 Chase Palm Park and East Beach. Cabrillo Pavillion and Andree Clark Bird Refuge are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 8 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Shellfish Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪East Beach Tacos - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Moby Dick Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fishouse - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Santa Barbara Inn

Hotel near Santa Barbara Zoo in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at Santa Barbara Inn. For a fee, parking is available.

This Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Santa Barbara Inn offers 70 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 27 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 27.00 per night (in/out privileges)

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Guests using the pullout sofa in the Studio, Ocean View room will incur a per night surcharge.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Inn Hotel
Santa Barbara Inn Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Inn Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

How close is Santa Barbara Inn to the airport?

Santa Barbara Inn is 11.7 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 Santa Barbara Inn?

As of Jul 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Santa Barbara Inn on Jul 30, 2025 start from $365.49, 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 Santa Barbara Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Santa Barbara Inn.

How close is Santa Barbara Inn to the beach?

This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from East Beach and 2 mi (12-min drive) from Leadbetter Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Santa Barbara Inn offer free breakfast?

Santa Barbara Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Santa Barbara Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Santa Barbara Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Santa Barbara Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 27.00 per night.

Does Santa Barbara Inn have a pool?

Santa Barbara Inn features an outdoor pool.

Does Santa Barbara Inn have a restaurant?

Santa Barbara Inn is home to Convivo, which features Italian cuisine and ocean views.

Does Santa Barbara Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Santa Barbara Inn to downtown Santa Barbara?

Santa Barbara Inn is 1.8 mi away from Santa Barbara.

Santa Barbara Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 772 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1006 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location if you want quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Estrella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daranee, PACIFIC PALISADES

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historical hotel. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter

Beautiful place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rita

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Outstanding stay

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

robert

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jazmin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super friendly and very helpful, they made sure we had everything we needed. Beds were comfortable and the peppery was beautiful. Great location and close to beach/restaurants. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard, sedalia

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

M.Cyrus, Santa Clarita

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel overall is good. The restaurant and bar closed 8 pm on some nights. That’s ridiculously early for a hotel. The Bartendar was like, I will do one last call and that’s it. If you want to close this early, please don’t work in the hospitality industry. Their recommendation was to go to another bar, restaurant or hotel. Ok thanks, next time I will stay somewhere else.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

Family Vaca Spot

Really great Inn. Very friendly staff. Comfortable, clean rooms. Great Valet service. Accommodates young kids, with a pool and easy beach access, and older folks (grandparents) with a better-than-decent restaurant for breakfast/lunch and dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, safe and nice property
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint and charming. Great food!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was disappointed in the Streaming options. There were no options to pay for a movie without signing up for an account on Hulu. Then when we went to Netflix there were profiles from previous guests. I didn’t remember our password so I had to use their profiles. Also, I don’t drink coffee. It would have been nice if they had tea as well as complimentary coffee in the morning. Otherwise everything and all the employees were wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

10/10 Excellent

FIKRA

Wonderful as always?
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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