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The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property

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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • 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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About this property

The Franciscan Hotel

Hotel in Santa Barbara Beach
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a spa 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 spa 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 spa 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
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

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

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. 760 out of 1008 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 1008 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 1008 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1008 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1008 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

Maryann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely everything was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable beds, helpful staff and tasty cookies and cinnamon rolls for breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manfred, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very close to beach and pier. Also very close to State street for good dining. Parking was excellent. Staff was friendly and informative.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome bike rentals and great cookies in the lobby
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice grounds, good location. Off Main Street but very quiet. Nice pool and good housekeeping evident even after only a few hours stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

DREW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice area for walking and easy access to beach
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best choice in SB
A+ location, service and amenities. Room was massive and very nice. The pool was a great touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

MARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location
This is a very nice property and a great location for everything to do in Santa Barbara. The staff are very friendly. The breakfast selection was pretty limited. The room was so sparsely furnished that it was not very comfortable. The TV didn’t have very many channels to choose from.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Maritess

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the room and the clean bathroom. The only thing is the toilet paper holder shouldve been in front of the toilet for easier access instead of reaching behind me. Also, i love the shampoo, Hair conditioner, & body wash. I asked for the brand so i can buy it online myself, but the front desk did not know. Also, it would be great to add a body mirror. The only mirror there was above the bathroom sink. Love the complimentary breakfast! Great tasting mini croissants, cinnamon rolls, coffee, and love those muffin eggs!! Overall, very clean facility. Great location! Friendly staff. Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Traveled with group, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice grounds, breakfast, big rooms & great cookies all day
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Steps to the waterfront. Comfort and convenience
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a quiet and clean place to stay right by the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property with a large friendly and accommodating staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, it was clean, quiet, and very close to the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hotel
Friendly staff, terrific location near town and the beach and very clean. We would definitely recommend this hotel and would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exceeded expectations
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trudi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful little hotel in a fantastic location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Taylor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
It was a nice place to stay, had everything we needed but checkin was delayed. We were unable to check in on time (4p) as our room was not ready. The front desk person did not have a sense of urgency and customer service was under par.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Weston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay on our way through Santa Barbara - check in was quick and straight forward and lots of helpful advice and suggestions were given for things to do and places to eat. Room was clean and spacious, bed was comfortable and bathroom was clean and perfect for our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna, Valley Center

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Halley

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Susan, Claremont

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Franciscan is always a good choice when in Santa Barbara. The location is 2 blocks from the beach & near lots of restaurants & shopping. The pool area is very nice but we were disappointed to find that the jacuzzi was out of order. The furniture in our room (#107) could use some updating but the bathroom had a new shower & the flooring looked new. There is a hot breakfast that is included & there are warm cookies all day!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
The only thing good about this place was the warm pool for my kids. Room was bad. Muggy and weird smell when we checked in. Bed comforters and sheets felt damp. Uncomfortable beds that were different in height and mattress, no clock, no phone, no decor of any sort. No dresser to even put our clothes anywhere!!!! Won’t be back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024