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Inn on Summer Hill

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Santa Barbara with free parking

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Lobby
Terrace/patio
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Comfort Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Ground Floor
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$436
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct

Explore the area

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2520 Lillie Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA, 93067
  • Place, Butterfly Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
  • 27 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View | Living area

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
  • 65 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
  • 27 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden View

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden View

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Ground Floor

Comfort Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Ground Floor

Comfort Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible, Patio

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible, Patio

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Santa Barbara

At Inn on Summer Hill you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Lookout Park and Summerland Beach. Highlights at this guest house include in-room fireplaces, patios and Smart TVs. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages. Additionally, you'll find a terrace, a garden and a fireplace in the lobby. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Santa Barbara guest house include Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Bowl.
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What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Miramar Beach - 3 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Butterfly Beach - 4 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 6 min drive - 8.1 km
  • West Beach - 9 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Carpinteria Station - 12 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Honor Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Padaro Beach Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Red Kettle Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Nugget - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪RH Firehouse Grill at RH Montecito - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Inn on Summer Hill

Guesthouse in Santa Barbara with free parking
Inn on Summer Hill offers its guests spa services, a terrace, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Santa Barbara guest house is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1989
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Inn on Summer Hill offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • 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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1989
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the guest house before 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

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Inn on Summer Hill?

Yep, Inn on Summer Hill has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Inn on Summer Hill?

As of 27 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn on Summer Hill on 28 Oct 2025 start from AU$435.83, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Inn on Summer Hill?

Yep, Inn on Summer Hill is a short 14-minute walk from Summerland Beach. Fun beach activities include scuba diving and body boarding.

Is there a spa on site at Inn on Summer Hill?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like Swedish massages.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Inn on Summer Hill?

No, Inn on Summer Hill does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Inn on Summer Hill?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Inn on Summer Hill?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Inn on Summer Hill Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 209 out of 330 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 330 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 330 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 330 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 330 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place staff was great will definitely stay again. Just a few minutes from Santa Barbara.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Northridge

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

vickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Berivan

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia, Caruthers

Liked: Amenities
Loved the comphy beds!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, tastefully decorated rooms that were very comfortable and luxurious
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room. Relaxed vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Property - A bit pricey and the coffee service was minimalist... Beautiful room with an incredibly comfortable bed... We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Johnston

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay! Great staff, great location, beautiful memories!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christie, Salinas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Freeway noise was terrible
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Darlene

Travelled with family
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Not in Santa Barbara!!

Nice hotel, ask for a room away from the freeway. We booked the hotel because the address was Santa Barbara but it was in Summerland!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Not worth the cost.

The Inn is quaint, but not a four star/diamond place to stay and is very overpriced. As others have shared, it sits right along hwy101 so it is so loud it’s not worth having your slider or even your blinds open- you won’t hear the ocean anyway, and because the deck is essentially a shared deck divided by railing it’s extremely not private. The room furnishings and decor are a little outdated and worn, the tub jets were filthy, and the bed was absolutely awful (so so saggy). We did not sleep well at all. The staff is friendly but the lobby and breakfast area are very small, and the food served is Holiday Inn quality (think yogurt hard potatoes, and precut cheese cubes from Safeway ). Their “spa” is not a spa, but a room they have two massage tables in downstairs. There isn’t even a check in desk. Our very expensive “spa” services were very mediocre and not relaxing- the therapists talked to each other much of the time and my facial was in the same space as my partner’s massage. We absolutely wouldn’t stay here again, but we would, though, visit the Stonehouse for dinner again- WOW.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming room! Miguel at check in was so kind. Breakfast was enjoyable. While propert and room was very clean and well kept
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024