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Santa Barbara Inn

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A sunlit balcony with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant. The balcony features arched windows with a view of palm trees and the sea.
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A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.
A large, historic building with arched windows and a central tower, surrounded by palm trees.
A spacious room with two sofas facing a glass table, a vase with flowers, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $428
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11

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901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • Place, East Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cabrillo Pavillion
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a white building with a dome.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table with chairs, and a television.

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite)

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the outside.

Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a bench, a chair, and a table with chairs.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(76 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a table with a glass top. The room has a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of palm trees and the ocean.

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(98 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with a balcony, a television, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio, Partial Ocean View

A four-poster bed, a sitting area with a sofa and chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a balcony with wicker furniture.

Studio, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 624 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a dining area with chairs, a sofa, and a balcony with curtains.

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 635 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a dining area with chairs, a sofa, and a small table.

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 850 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa)

A spacious living room with a glass door leading to a balcony, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a piano.

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa)

  • Ocean view
  • 1120 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Studio)

A spacious living area with a sofa, a round table with fruit, a TV, and a balcony with outdoor seating.

Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Studio)

  • Ocean view
  • 764 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite)

A spacious room with two sofas facing a glass table, a vase with flowers, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.

Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite)

  • Ocean view
  • 764 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a desk with a TV, and a balcony with a chair and table.

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

A park with palm trees, a walking path, and a view of the ocean.

Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

  • Park view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queens, Park & Partial Ocean view

A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a road with cars and palm trees.

Room, 2 Queens, Park & Partial Ocean view

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Santa Barbara Inn

4-star hotel in Santa Barbara Beach
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, valet parking, and a meeting room.
Santa Barbara Inn offers 70 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Santa Barbara Inn features an outdoor pool and a fitness center. The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.

This Santa Barbara hotel also offers a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. Onsite parking is available (surcharge), along with a car charging station.

Santa Barbara Inn is a smoke-free property.

Convivo - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 28 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Convivo

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 AM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 28.00 per night (in/out privileges)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests using the pullout sofa in the Studio, Ocean View room will incur a per night surcharge.

Property is also known as

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn Hotel

Santa Barbara Inn Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Inn Hotel Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 804 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1010 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

otieno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the location on east beach but even better was the cozy vibe and the superb staff. There’s a very good restaurant on property also. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

wandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, perfect location, staff is very nice and warm
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

STEVE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice restaurant with outdoor seating. Enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Didier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, we loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well kept and quiet. Great location for a relaxing stay and the view of the beach was great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Clean room in great condition. Super friendly staff. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant on site was just beautiful and the food was amazing! The rooms at the inn were HUGE and with a beautiful view!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff, and restaurant.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the room despite the loud fan going all the time in the bathroom. Loved the restaurant. Food was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the most charming boutique hotels we have stayed in in a long time. The property, customer service, the location, the comfort of the room, the restaurant....... everything was top notch!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely old Santa Barbara hotel. The staff are friendly and the restaurant, Convivo, was outstanding. The rooms are lovely and large. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice boutique hotel that is very well situated.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful stay! Ocean views, peaceful surroundings, great food at the restaurant and lovley, helpful staff. We couldn't ask for more! Valet parking too!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and excellent value.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eric in restaurant great service. Hotel great location and staff friendly. Beware of the tar on the beach, never experienced that before. Can't go wrong with this hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Hotel. Great restaurant and helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ginger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overnight only but nice staff and clean room!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anamarta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing!! Understated elegance, amazing staff, beautiful rooms and views! This is going to be our yearly destination for an extended weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel right by the beach with a great restaurant downstairs. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location for all Santa Barbara has to offer
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful, room was clean and inviting, definitely my new spot to stay when in town
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will most certainly be back! We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is really refreshing to come across a property where such fine attention to detail is observed. If you’re looking for a neat little getaway, this is an excellent option.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room nice staff great position on the beach nice food and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, great location, loved this spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026