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The Presidio

2.0 star property
Motel near Santa Barbara County Courthouse in Santa Barbara

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window.
A hotel reception area with a coffee machine, jars, a tray, a mirror, and a certificate on the wall.
A two-story building with a balcony and a staircase leading to the entrance.
Property grounds
Pool

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1620 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Arlington Theater
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Granada Theatre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden ceiling, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a small ottoman, and a window.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(22 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, and a white heater.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

In Santa Barbara .You'll be steps from Santa Barbara Conference & Visitor's Bureau & Film Commission and a 5-minute walk from Alameda Park. Alice Keck Memorial Garden and Arlington Theater are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Alameda Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Arlington Theater - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Granada Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lobero Theater - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Barbara Public Market - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mission Street Ice Cream and Yogurt - Featuring McConnell's Fine Ice Creams - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Corazon Cocina - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪CAJÉ - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Daily Grind - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Presidio

Motel near Santa Barbara County Courthouse in Santa Barbara
The Presidio offers its guests a terrace. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
The Presidio offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. 42-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Refrigerators and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 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

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 200 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

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 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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit 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. 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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Motel Presidio
Presidio Motel
Presidio Motel Santa Barbara
Presidio Santa Barbara
Presidio Hotel Santa Barbara
The Presidio Motel
The Presidio Santa Barbara
The Presidio Motel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Presidio to the airport?

The Presidio is 9.2 mi (11-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 Presidio?

As of Jun 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Presidio on Jun 29, 2026 start from $147, 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 Presidio have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Presidio.

How close is The Presidio to the beach?

This motel is 6.7 mi (15-min drive) from Butterfly Beach and 1.9 mi (10-min drive) from West Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Presidio offer free breakfast?

The Presidio does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Presidio?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Presidio?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at The Presidio?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Presidio have a pool?

The Presidio does not have a pool.

Does The Presidio have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Presidio to downtown Santa Barbara?

The Presidio is 0.5 mi away from Santa Barbara.

The Presidio Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 307 out of 811 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 306 out of 811 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 811 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 811 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 811 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good distance from downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, peaceful and safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great price and a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Azul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very kind staff, room was clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was nice. Loved the outside area for hanging out.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice staff with good information about the hotel and surrounding area. Hotel is exactly what you need for a brief stay; budget friendly, no extras and limited parking but in a great location that is walkable to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Amenities
Easy parking, great location and room were very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay for a quick trip
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Wanda

Liked: Staff & service
Older property, but clean and cute room. Has mini fridge which I liked. Was close to the Granada Theater. My door’s deadbolt didn’t work, and the lock on the other door knob was kind of loose and A/C was kind of loud, otherwise, very enjoyable staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alvaro

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location and parking is easy. They offer things like bikes and have a nice deck. The AC was a little tricky to figure out and the lock on our door was difficult to open with the key. Very bare bones and very little in terms of other amenities. Perhaps one of the best amenities is its location across the way from the Marriott which has a nice lobby, bar, and restaurant inside. I would say average to below average but the price was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Yasmine

The staff was friendly, the room was clean and it was in a quiet area. The hotel is within walking distance to downtown. The hotel is older and modest, but it has wifi and parking!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is a quaint motel within just a few minutes of downtown and the Santa Barbara Bowl. Great location and accommodations with convenient parking, and sun deck to enjoy the weather.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anilu

Clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and room was awesome! I loved that it had a fridge and blow dryer without me using to ask for it. It was walking distance to great places! I don’t love the key situation but that’s about it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LINDA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lady at office was nice. The place was at walking distance of restaurants and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

madison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, friendly staff, ac worked great. there’s also free parking which wasn’t gated off but i felt safe leaving my car there overnight.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Special place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and quiet. Staff was nice and helpful. Hotel was close to many shops and places to eat
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Juanita V

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Beds comfortable. Lighting can be improved. Very dim or just didn’t work. Unable to change the TV channel. Toilet running the whole time off & on.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Edgardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to sleep! Walkable from the Bowl & State Street!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Park was ok, clean room. But wifi slowly. Shops nearby excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Lawrence

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a really old motel with small dingy rooms that look nothing like pics shown on the Expedia website. Motel 6 would have been an upgrade! The windows of our room could not keep out the pot fumes from the smokers in the parking lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable but the interior could use some freshening up, paint.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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