Central Santa Barbara getaway .Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Santa Barbara hotel, you'll find Paseo Nuevo Mall and Casa de la Guerra. Lobero Theater and Santa Barbara Historical Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
What's nearby
Paseo Nuevo Mall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Lobero Theater - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Santa Barbara Harbor - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
Arlington Theater - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Stearns Wharf - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Getting around
Santa Barbara Station - 8 min walk
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
Dune Coffee Roasters - 3 min walk
Institution Ale Company - 1 min walk
Wildcat Lounge - 3 min walk
Joe's Cafe - 1 min walk
EOS Lounge - 4 min walk
About this property
Hotel Santa Barbara
4-star hotel near Paseo Nuevo Mall
Hotel Santa Barbara offers its guests a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles. Public spaces have free WiFi. A business center and a meeting room are available. The business-friendly Hotel Santa Barbara also features a vending machine, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. For a fee, parking is available.
This 4-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.
1 building
75 guestrooms or units
4 levels
Built in 1926
Business facilities
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Storage area for luggage
Front-desk safe
Concierge
Newspapers in lobby (free)
ATM
Elevator
No smoking on site
1 conference room
Hotel Santa Barbara offers 75 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Things to do
24-hour gym
Free bicycle rentals
Private wine tours
Wine tours
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 parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Room amenities
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Refrigerator
Room service
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are welcome and stay free
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Deposit: USD 150 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.
Uncovered valet parking fee: USD 30 per day (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 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. 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.
We should mention
Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Alcohol isn't served or allowed at Hotel Santa Barbara.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Hotel Santa Barbara to the airport?
Hotel Santa Barbara is 10.3 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 Hotel Santa Barbara?
As of Sep 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Santa Barbara on Sep 27, 2026 start from $282, 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 Hotel Santa Barbara have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Santa Barbara.
How close is Hotel Santa Barbara to the beach?
This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from West Beach and 1.6 mi (8-min drive) from Leadbetter Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Hotel Santa Barbara offer free breakfast?
Hotel Santa Barbara does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Hotel Santa Barbara?
No, there is no casino at this hotel.
What time is check-in at Hotel Santa Barbara?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM.
Is there free parking at Hotel Santa Barbara?
Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 30 per day.
Does Hotel Santa Barbara have a pool?
Hotel Santa Barbara does not have a pool.
Does Hotel Santa Barbara have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hotel.
How close is Hotel Santa Barbara to downtown Santa Barbara?
Hotel Santa Barbara is 0.6 mi away from Santa Barbara.
Hotel Santa Barbara Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Newly renovated, spotless, easy access to drinking water and ice- and the location is perfect ! Easy walk to shops, restaurants, and about a 15 minute walk to Stearns Wharf. Would definitely stay again !
Great place to stay! Very convenient to everything on State Street. We loved the property, the ambience, and the overall experience. Would definitely stay again!
We love staying in historic hotels and The Santa Barbara Hotel is one of our favorites. The location on State Street is perfect. The rooms are on the small side, but are very comfortable. The hotel has recently been renovated and is very nice.
This hotel was an absolute gem! So beautiful and amazing location, the staff were great and we really felt so welcomed and taken care of. We had our pup with us and he got lots of love and we really appreciated the use of bikes from the hotel too. We would definitely recommend and stay here again!