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Santa Barbara Inn

4.0 star property
Hotel with an outdoor pool, a short walk to Santa Barbara Zoo

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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view
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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Living room
Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View
Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$562
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

Explore the area

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901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | View from room

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Living room

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 104 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Partial Ocean View | Living room

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 79 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(59 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, Partial Ocean View

Studio, Partial Ocean View

Studio, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Park View | Park view

Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(69 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite) | Living room

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 71 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 71 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Santa Barbara

At Santa Barbara Inn you'll be within steps of Chase Palm Park and East Beach. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Convivo, serves Italian cuisine and is open for dinner. Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this Santa Barbara Beach hotel include Santa Barbara Zoo and within 30 minutes you'll find Santa Barbara Harbor.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 8 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪East Beach Tacos - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪El Sitio - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Jack's Famous Bagel's - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Santa Barbara Inn

Hotel with an outdoor pool, a short walk to Santa Barbara Zoo
Santa Barbara Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at Santa Barbara Inn. For a fee, parking is available.

This Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Santa Barbara Inn offers 70 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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.
  • Lift
  • 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 bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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
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 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Inn Hotel
Santa Barbara Inn Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Inn Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Santa Barbara Inn?

Santa Barbara Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Santa Barbara Inn?

As of 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Santa Barbara Inn on 1 Oct 2025 start from AU$562.47, 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 Santa Barbara Inn?

Yep, Santa Barbara Inn has valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 28.00 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Santa Barbara Inn?

Yep, Santa Barbara Inn is a short 2-minute walk from East Beach.

Does Santa Barbara Inn have a pool?

Santa Barbara Inn has a pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Santa Barbara Inn a romantic place to stay?

Ocean-view dining and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Santa Barbara Inn.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Santa Barbara Inn?

No, Santa Barbara Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Santa Barbara Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Italian cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Santa Barbara Inn?

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

Are pets allowed at Santa Barbara Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Santa Barbara Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 776 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1008 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay! We had our wedding rehearsal dinner here 40 years ago and spent our wedding night here. Lovely to be back. They even made us our signature drink that we had at our rehearsal dinner, a scorpion. Staff is excellent, property is beautiful, we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Del

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place. Great location. Wish they had laundry and beach gear rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alaina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing service, beautiful hotel, staff was outstanding. highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed staying here. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. We arrive a few hours early and were able to check in. Hotel is 2 min walking distance from the beach and state street about 7 minutes on a bike. Electric bikes are available for rental right across the street from the hotel. The pool was heated to a comfortable temperature. We also had breakfast and a dinner at convivo. The food was amazing. A lot of flavors. Drinks were delicious as well! Overall we enjoyed our stay very much at the Santa Barbara Inn.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Colleen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel. Purchased ocean view and had a view of the parking lot instead. Not allowed to check in until 4pm is unacceptable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the pool and really close beach proximity. The attached restaurant is also delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was great. I only have a few suggestions: 1. Maybe the hallway from the elevator on the bottom floor could look a little nicer? It looks as though we are walking through a maintenance entrance or something.. 2. Maybe a small convenience area, someplace to purchase small items, aspirin, pepto, sunscreen, etc. You could make it more convenient for your guests.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghri

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samir, La Crescenta

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Place to Stay. A most convenient and quaint hotel to stay in when visiting Santa Barbara. Everything is centralized and easily accessible within the hotel. Rooms could use their own coffee machines. Or, you can extend your complimentary coffee hours to past 8:30 am. Also, please add complimentary tea service. Extended room service hours from the in-house restaurant would also be helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tawnyrose

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

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room decor and spaciousness with an outdoor patio to enjoy. Conveniently located right across from the ocean with a walking path and grass area. Restaurants, pool, room service, valet all added to a very enjoyable get a way.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Elisabeth

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mina

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience! The only reason I gave 4 stars is how loud people walking around was when you were sleeping. The hotel was luxurious & super clean, friendly, and generally quiet. So nice to be right across the street from the ocean.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One comment is it would have been nice if we could have made our morning cup of coffee in the room so we could start our morning drinking the coffee on the balcony instead of going downstairs for our coffee and bringing two cups upstairs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua-Gabriel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property and accommodating staff. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the Santa Barbara Inn. Such a comfortable hotel to stay in. So convenient to the beach and walkable to the historic town center and Funk Zone. The staff were friendly and helpful with all of our requests. We had an ocean view balcony from our room. The room itself was large and clean. The pool area was beautiful although the hot tub was a little too hot. Parking was a bit expensive (valet only) but the valets were quick and friendly. We ate at the on site restaurant, Convivo, and it was amazing! We were here for our honeymoon and would gladly come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel across from the beach. About a mile from the foot of State Street.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asesis

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a great location! Very comfortable, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki, Lakewood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025