3-star Santa Barbara guest house with in-room fireplaces
Along with spa services, this smoke-free guesthouse has a garden and a lobby fireplace. Self parking is free. Housekeeping is available on request.
Inn on Summer Hill offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages.
Inn on Summer Hill features spa services, a terrace, and a garden. The property has a front desk available during limited hours. Onsite self parking is complimentary.
Inn on Summer Hill is a smoke-free property.
Property amenities
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (on request)
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Spa
Deep-tissue massages
Prenatal massages
Swedish massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
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2 floors
Built in 1989
Fireplace in lobby
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
1-inch smart TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Refrigerator
Tea bags/instant coffee
More
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Electrical adapters
Fireplace
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
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; cash is not accepted
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
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Inn Summer Hill
Inn on Summer Hill Guesthouse
Inn on Summer Hill Santa Barbara
Inn on Summer Hill Guesthouse Santa Barbara
Inn on Summer Hill Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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The Inn at Summer Hill is a quaint little hotel with lots of charm in the city of Summerland. I stayed here while visiting my niece and I would definitely stay here again. The room was like a little cottage, and it had a patio that overlooked the ocean. The staff at the front desk was amazing and went out of their way to comp me breakfast and coffee. I felt very safe as well. The only negatives are the Road Noise and nearby train and there doesn't seem to be a daily cleaning service-if so, they missed my room.
Cheryl
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Wendy
Aug 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Anniversary staycation
We ended up here for a last minute staycation for our anniversary. Beautiful room, beautiful view. Friendly staff. Got upgraded to a breakfast and happy hour which you usually only get booking direct. My only complaint and it’s kind of a big one is our shower didn’t work…at all. Didn’t realize until late at night so didn’t want to bother staff. We let them know at check out and they said they would have someone look into it, but I was disappointed that there was no discount offered due to this. For almost $500 I expected to be able to take a shower. This is a lot of $$ for us and definitely a splurge, so it’s a bit disappointing. But that aside it was the perfect getaway.
Wendy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lydia, Gillette
Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets
We had a wonderful stay at this lovely little inn. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and the room was full of thoughtful touches—including a sound machine, which we set to ocean waves. It completely drowned out any highway noise, making for a peaceful night’s sleep. We’ll absolutely be back!
Nora assisted me by phone and greeted me upon arrival - introducing herself, which was most welcoming!
I arrived early and she still quickly showed me to my beautiful room overlooking the ocean. I love it! I’d seen this room on the website and admired it even then. Very happily installed here. Will visit again.
Great location on Lillie Ave within walking distance to breakfast and lunch eateries. Great trendy shopping and fabulous bookstore all nearby. Be aware the hotel is near the freeway and rail tracks, as is all of Summerland, so it can be noisy if you leave the window open.
The only negative at the hotel is that it is directly next to Highway 101. We had difficulty sleeping because of the traffic noise. Other than that, it was a nice hotel.
vickie
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Berivan
Jun 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It’s right by the freeway and loud. Early check in and check out is $25 per hour extra. Even though their website says breakfast is included, it’s not. They did not even want to give us the free coffee in the lobby saying we booked through a third party. We booked through Expedia and it was not cheap at all. For $350 a night, this was not what I expected. Hotel is clean and the room was nice. And the area is also nice.
Great Property - A bit pricey and the coffee service was minimalist... Beautiful room with an incredibly comfortable bed... We will definitely be coming back!
Our second stay at this fabulous property. A lovely upscale place just off the 101, perfect when traveling but would love to spend a little time there. Close to Santa Barbara and Ventura with a lovely little town down the street with shops, coffee and a great restaurant. A must stay!
wonderful and romantic place to stay we loved it .
Thanks for letting us make memories there for our anniversary, my wife's Birthday and of course we arrived on Valentines day!
Robert & Jennifer
What an amazing little get away for visitors from LA or even from Santa Barbara! We loved all the little bites they provided and the great view.
Nancy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Darlene
Traveled with family
Feb 17, 2025
Great location within walking distance to some good food and stores. Only problem was when someone decided to take a bath at midnight. Very loud plumbing. Definitely it drowned out the freeway noise.