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The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property

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Front of property
Reception
Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Room, 2 Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

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Map
109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara City College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(74 reviews)
  • 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 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

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

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

Franciscan Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 287 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 267 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
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

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

The Franciscan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 783 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1019 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

10/10 Excellent

Enamari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were friendly and the location is great. Hotel amenities were spot on.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Angelica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We spent one night at The Franciscan. Benny and CJ at the front desk were very welcoming and friendly. Our room was tidy and comfortable. One thing that we recommend to the hotel is to have bottled water in the room for the coffee maker. The location of the Franciscan is within walking distance to many restaurants and shops and close to Stearns Wharf. We had a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

keri

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming hotel walking distance to beach and pier
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathaleen and Trevor

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelcey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect place for my family to stay for the three nights we were in Santa Barbara. It is one block from the beach. The staff were so kind and accommodating. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Amenities
Location!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Location, staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed a couple times at the Franciscan, and out of all the various stays we have had in SB - this will be our go-to from now on. We love the cleanliness and simplicity of the rooms, the on-site parking makes us easy to come and go, having cookies in the lobby and coffee is great for kids and adults. The breakfast makes it easy to get going in the morning. We love that the windows open allowing in fresh air in such a beautiful climate. The rooms are clean and updated. The location is perfect to walk to the beach, bike/walking trail along the beach, the pier, harbor, downtown, and SBCC that’s nearby. And it’s just off the main streets enough to feel quiet and safe. It’s truly one of the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joni

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in was easy, the staff friendly and everything was in good repair and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Doug

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was simple.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Lorie

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The shower knob was broken and zero hot water, I had to take a cold shower. It was miserable. However, they did give a discount for the inconvenience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph, San Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariana

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

10/10 Excellent

Troy-Susie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Santa Barbara food show

This property was amazing. We came there for a food show, put on by Jordanos. Absolutely loved our room. We stayed in the two room suite and it was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Elaine

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florinda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and welcoming, the hotel lobby was clean, and they always provided coffee and water. Our hotel room was clean and felt like a home away from home. I will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kaitlyn

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eugenia

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

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

10/10 Excellent

Macy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

James, MANHATTAN BEACH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have been going to this hotel since 1980. I haven't been there for about 9 years. the reason I chose this hotel is the rooms were always warm and nicely decorated. when I opened the door I was greeted with four white walls and cheep IKEA furniture and a lumpy squeaky mattress. If you want to relive your college days, this is the place for yours for me, Never again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Loved the patio and how close it was to everything. We could walk to get some food and to a bar. Within walking distance from a market as well as some other places. The WiFi was super spotty in our room though. Bike rentals were convenient and great quality bikes! Do note the tv (at least in our room) only had YouTube, no Netflix or hbo. Without the WiFi, we couldn’t chrome cast either. Not a huge deal because we were there for fun and not so much leisure time. Thought it was worth mentioning if you like watching TV on vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Property is close to downtown Santa Barbara, walking distance. Overall clean property. Cons: service was lacking in quality, the front desk was often absent. The breakfast was very poor, motel quality. The software in the room’s tv was incredibly hard to use, the hotel should provide instructions.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025