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The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property

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Front of property
Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock
Room, 2 Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara City College
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 243 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, Multiple Beds

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Franciscan Suite Balcony

  • 287 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 287 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 256 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 267 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Franciscan Suite

  • 287 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible | View from room

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

  • 287 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 498 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Suite

  • 287 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 267 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Front of property

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  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, (1005)
The price is $307
per night
includes taxes & fees
Mar 20 - Mar 21
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About this property

The Franciscan Hotel

Hotel in Santa Barbara Beach
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and free use of bicycles. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Franciscan Hotel offers 50 accommodations with iPod docking stations and DVD players. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

In addition to an outdoor pool, The Franciscan Hotel provides a hot tub and complimentary bicycles. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Santa Barbara hotel also offers a vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and concierge services. Onsite self parking is complimentary.

The Franciscan Hotel is a smoke-free property.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM

Property is also known as

Franciscan Inn
Franciscan Inn Santa Barbara
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Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara
Franciscan Inn Santa Barbara Ca
The Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara
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Franciscan Inn Suites
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The Franciscan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 766 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1004 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice, older fit and finish
We spent the Thanksgiving weekend in Santa Barbara, with a stay at the Franciscan. The location of the hotel was perfect, being just a block from the beach on a nice street. The hotel itself was nice, with a boutique feel to it, as opposed to a “typical” chain and service was excellent. The room itself was lackluster given the cost. It felt dated and well used. A wall unit heating/cooler, with the remote clamped in a jury rigged fastener on the wall, the bath was small with obvious signs of repair and relocated fixtures. All of it worked, but felt more like a mid-range motel, not a high end hotel. All in all, not bad, just not as upscale as one might expect from a high cost property.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and quiet!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Franciscan Inn exceeded our expectations with nicely renovated rooms that were spotless. Beds were comfy and we loved the very quiet split heaters. Location is fabulous. The staff was very helpful. We’ll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Michael, Whittier

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I truly recommend this place, the staff was extremely nice, helpful and it’s really close to the beach literally a 5min walk. Shops, restaurants all in the same 5 min walk. The bed wasn’t great but everything else was
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yarisia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady at the front desk was amazing! We had a small issue with our room but she immediately solved it. We have no complains! We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay. Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Florin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming property near the SB Harbor and Pier. Area is safe and within walking distance of all restaurants and attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect … a block from the beach and easy walk to restaurants and pier. It’s was quiet and clean on the property. Breakfast was good and fresh squeezed OJ was a pleasant surprise. Only complaint was that the eating area was way too small. Other than that I would stay there again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Shane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast offered was pretty bad. I went to go for one of the oranges (they were spoiled) since the meat and eggs seemed to have that freshly thawed out taste- Pool was 84 degrees so we couldnt get in..it'd be nice if they had heated it more since im sure price of "pool" is reflected in taxes/stay-it'd be nice to be able to use it. Aside from that-it was perfect spur of the moment place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles, bethesda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My 2nd time staying here after a previous good experience. Staff i interacted with at front desk were all helpful. Breakfast was simple but nice, rooms clean (although mine could have used some artwork) and well equipped. Off street parking outside my room also a plus. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Clark

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very accommodating for our family while we visited Santa Barbara for our son's wedding. They were very professional and the hotel was a beautiful place to stay. Would revisit
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeannine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Things I liked:Large and clean room; clerk checking us in cheerfully accommodated our needs; good breakfast; well-maintained grounds, small but useful refrigerator Dislikes; Took too many tries to get a full cup of coffee from the coffeemaker; could have used a microwave
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albert H.

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NA
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will come back again! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Feel like home
Always a great place to stay. My #1 hotel in Santa Barbara. Feels like home.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donnabelle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Came to celebrate a birthday weekend here and I must say this stay exceeded my expectations!! We chose this inn because of their dog friendly accommodation & must say I’m so happy we stayed here! The inn comes with a complimentary breakfast that includes eggs, sausage patties, bagels, cereal, & sweet danishes that we enjoyed! Coffee & OJ too! In the evenings they offered fresh baked cookies that were delicious!! Bike rentals are offered free for 2 hours & there are so many things to do nearby! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

shuyu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The inn also offered free bike rentals.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sriram, Chesterfield

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding property. Very warm welcome at front desk. Room immaculate and very clean. Junior Suite had everything one could need including fridge microwave locker and even utensils. Loved our stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daelynn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very kind!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024