The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Lobby
Bar (on property)
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Children's play area - outdoor

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym

Explore the area

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5490 Hollister Ave, Santa Barbara, CA, 93111
  • Goleta Beach
    2 min drive
  • University of California, Santa Barbara
    4 min drive
  • Upper State Street
    4 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    4 min drive

Room options

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Pool View

  • 480 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • 432 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • 480 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • 480 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • 432 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Pool View

  • 432 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Santa Barbara hotel with restaurant
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a spa tub are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers 87 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature bathrobes and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate dining areas and include dining tables. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include rainfall showerheads.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

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

In addition to an outdoor pool, The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel provides a spa tub, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles. The hotel offers a restaurant and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This Santa Barbara hotel also offers a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Onsite parking is available (surcharge).

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is a smoke-free property.

Local cuisine breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Terra - This poolside restaurant specializes in Californian cuisine and serves breakfast, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 32 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 to 20 for adults and USD 7 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Terra

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • Winery release events
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Fenced pool
  • Living room
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to check-out, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 50 (exact amount varies) at check-out

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 7 to 20 for adults, and USD 7 to 20 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 32 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Pacifica Suites
Pacifica Suites Hotel
Pacifica Suites Hotel Santa Barbara
Pacifica Suites Santa Barbara
Pacifica Suites
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 98 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anthony

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

10/10 Excellent

Valsin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

karapet

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

janette

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

The place was so amazing! Wonderful staff as well. Nice & Clean I’m recommending
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Claudia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room not available at check-in time
Check-in definitely was not a good start to this trip. Arrived at 4:15pm for check -in and I was advised to wait a few minutes while the room inspection was completed. It was not until 4:53 that we were able to get our keys. Checked a couple of times with the front desk in the meantime, but didn't seem to speed up anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel. The only negative is i wasn't staying longer!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Karina

Traveled with family
Customer service was seriously lacking. From the room not being ready an hour and a half AFTER check in time, to no apologies or smiles from front desk staff, to long waits for breakfast from the kitchen, this was not up to par for this type of hotel/pricing. The room was beautiful but functionally poor. Lighting was so dim in the bedroom, bathroom door wouldn’t shut unless you threw your whole weight against it, tub was chipped, no bottle opener for water bottles sold as part of the mini bar, sliding door unlocked when we got to our room. No lotion as part of toiletries offered, and the AC shook and was so noisy. Very disappointed in what looked like a high level hotel (based on the prices and photos).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

yvette, Downey

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The steward is a hidden gem. We happen to come across by chance. It is such a lush property. We loved walking the grounds with our dog. The rooms were very clean and cozy. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. We had a delicious breakfast brought out by Angel. He was so informative and pleasant as was everyone else. We will definitely be back soon. The only thing is, I think the rooms should have screens so you can enjoy the beautiful clean air without all the bugs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The reception staff more than helpful very polite and nothing was too much trouble. Cleaning staff were ok did not clean our room one day all staff very friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

10/10 Excellent

Milka

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, great rooms, and perfect place to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tero

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Hartmut

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Allison

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Promising. Beautiful hotel and property, but lacking in amenities. Only reason to justify the price is you get a one bedroom suite, which was great for having small kids. Property is beautiful, but that’s about it. You get a patio facing a parking lot or parking lot/highway. We had no towels in room upon arrival and didn’t realize until we need to get ready for dinner. Called 3 times to get towels and finally arrived 1 hour later by front desk. Housekeeping was no where to be found. There is no pool service. Although they said there was weekends after 3, but never saw anyone. The pool was pack and they have 2 cabanas. However, you have to book the cabana through resort pass, not for hotel guests and no priority to guest. Inviting more people on the property for already small space. We did this bc we wanted a spot. The cabana for some reason is on compacted dirt, not pool deck, so your feet are dirty and gritty the whole time. We also had only one roll of toilet paper and were missing our do not disturb signs all of which took a long time to receive. It’s $30 to self park every night. Given the price of the room I expected more, but no one even helped us with our bags.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Ellen

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eunice

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

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness
The
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clinton, San Diego

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and very dog friendly hotel with a very nice start. Would definitely come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property but would like to have brighter eco friendly lights in room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, recently remodeled space. Pool area was beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024