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Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Property class: 4

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A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bar area in the background.
A coastal walkway with a wooden deck, palm trees, and a clear sky.
The exterior of Hotel Virginia with a prominent entrance, a flag, and a well-lit facade.
A modern bar area with a high bar counter, multiple stools, and a large wine rack.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Business services
The current price is AU$335
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct

Explore the area

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17 W Haley St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a chair.

1 King Bed Mobility Accessible with Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a patterned wall.

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Hearing)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a mirror.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a mirror.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible (Hearing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A modern bathroom with a shower, toilet, and vanity.

Room, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible (Roll In Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

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Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton puts you in the heart of Santa Barbara, within a 20-minute stroll of Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .The café, Brisa Cafe and Bar, is open for breakfast and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning local cuisine breakfast is served between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Downtown Santa Barbara hotel, you'll be 1.4 km (0.9 mi) from Santa Barbara Harbor and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Santa Barbara Bowl.

What's nearby

  • Moreton Bay Fig Tree - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 7 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dune Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Institution Ale Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪EOS Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Craft Ramen - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 61 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1917
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton offers 61 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 3 to 15 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Brisa Cafe and Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Terrace

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1917
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

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
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 3 to 15 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 30 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Santa Barbara
Holiday Inn Express Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Holiday Inn Express
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Santa Barbara Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Express Santa Barbara Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

As of 4 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton on 29 Oct 2026 start from AU$335, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

Yep, Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton has valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 30 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

Yep, Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is a short 12-minute walk from West Beach.

What makes Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton a romantic place to stay?

A bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton.

Is Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is a hit with families.

Does Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton serve breakfast?

Yeah, local cuisine brekkie is on offer daily between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

No, Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 530 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 293 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very walkable and close to shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely boutique hotel off State Street makes for easy walking access to restaurants and shops and the harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was the best, close to the town center.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious room, and totally walkable area of town.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Walking distance to the beach and to a fun street with lots of shops and restaurants. Rooms were very comfortable and spacious. Overall a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, room clean and staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hotel is very nice and within walking distance to shops and restaurants. Staff were all very polite and professional. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of shops , restaurants , the pier and beach all within walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great however, some guests were too loud in the super late at night.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reason for a score of “good” is due to the beds being extremely soft. Otherwise the hotel was in a great area, very clean and staff were very quick to respond to our requests. The valet service was also excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super nice staff and excellent location!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location is excellent and we loved the hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay at Santa Barbara!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel and close by the downtown area. Stayed here twice before and have had a positive experience every time.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here are fantastic and the location is perfect for walking downhill for restaurants or shopping. The room was well decorated, the absolute comfiest beds and pillows, and everything was spotless. I had a great experience and will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can't beat the location! One block from the promenade street with plenty of restaurants, cafes, and shops. Not too far from the pier as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The manager was helpful. Beds were comfy. Excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

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

Great location

Super small rooms but great bed and great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025