The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel near University of California, Santa Barbara in Santa Barbara

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Property amenity
Lobby
Reception
Children's play area - outdoor
Property amenity

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
5490 Hollister Ave, Santa Barbara, CA, 93111
  • University of California, Santa Barbara
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Upper State Street
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Pool View

  • 480 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • 432 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

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

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing Accessible)

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

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

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

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing Accessible)

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • 480 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • 480 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • 432 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Pool View

  • 432 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

In suburbs.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Santa Barbara hotel, you'll find University of California, Santa Barbara and Upper State Street. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara County Courthouse.

What's nearby

  • Goleta Beach - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • University of California, Santa Barbara - 2 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Upper State Street - 4 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Mission Santa Barbara - 10 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 10 min drive - 8.4 miles

Getting around

  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 4 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Notown Tavern - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Habit Burger & Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Nikka Fish Market & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪South Coast Deli-Goleta - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Hotel near University of California, Santa Barbara in Santa Barbara
As a guest of The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, you'll find an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. For a fee, parking is available.

This Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 87 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Deli
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers 87 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature bathrobes and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate dining areas and include dining tables. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include rainfall showerheads.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Fenced pool
  • Living room
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 32 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 to 20 for adults and USD 7 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Winery release events
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to check-out, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 50 (exact amount varies) at check-out

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • 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.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 7 to 20 for adults, and USD 7 to 20 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 32 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Pacifica Suites Hotel
Pacifica Suites Hotel Santa Barbara
Pacifica Suites Santa Barbara
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The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel to the airport?

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is 2.3 mi (4-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel.

How close is The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 1.9 mi (2-min drive) from Goleta Beach and 2.1 mi (5-min drive) from More Mesa Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, but local cuisine breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 7 and 20 for adults, USD 7 and 20 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 32 per night.

Does The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel have a pool?

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel have a restaurant?

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is home to Terra, which features Californian cuisine, pool views, and a poolside location.

Does The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel to downtown Santa Barbara?

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is 6.4 mi away from Santa Barbara.

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 144 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Norbert

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Nice attractive hotel. Well designed rooms. Tub was slippery and valve was very stiff. Tub also didn’t allow for baths. Water only available via shower head. Overall pleased with stay but did not consider it a good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

8/10 Good

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean inside , really enjoyed the warmed up pool and the jacuzzi as well, would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is beautifully landscaped and interior design very fresh and comfortable. Stayed here while taking my daughter on UC tour.Location perfect for that.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Try This Out

I enjoyed the room, it was just hard to get to the entrance of the parking lot due to construction going on. Overall though it was a nice experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Mariana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Lots of potential

This is a beautiful property with lots of potential. The hot tub and pool were not heated. The incidental hold is $150, but wasn't disclosed at any point.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Kary

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marsha

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

Family fun wine tasting get together

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were extremely helpful and kind!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khoi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Beautiful grounds
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy, Monte sereno

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, rooms, landscape. Love the historic Victorian home /museum.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara

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

10/10 Excellent

Mehool

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing family holiday
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer, Thousand Oaks

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

LILIA, Fresno

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There wax not hot water to take a shower
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Galya

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Hector, sunnyvale

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The gas line had been broken so we had no running hot water. Also limited then restaurant and the fire pit outside.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

John

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Loved the “resort” set up
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

William, Bellevue

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always request a second floor room. And request softer pillows. The pillows provided are spongy rocks.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024