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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view
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A large, historic building with arched windows and a central tower, surrounded by palm trees.
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, blue booths, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$528
includes taxes & fees
9 July - 10 July

Explore the area

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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

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(70 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(88 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
(27 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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)
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | View from room

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 79 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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)

  • Ocean view
  • 104 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

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

  • Ocean view
  • 71 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

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

  • Ocean view
  • 71 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
(7 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Park View | Park view

Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

  • Park view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Terrace/patio

Room, 2 Queens, Park & Partial Ocean view

  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Inn places you steps from Chase Palm Park and within a short 5-minute stroll of 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 4-property class Santa Barbara Beach hotel include Santa Barbara Zoo and within 30 minutes you'll find Santa Barbara Harbor.

What's nearby

  • East Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chase Palm Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cabrillo Pavillion - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 9 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Shellfish Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ospi Montecito - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪El Sitio - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Santa Barbara Inn

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 4-star 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)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
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.
  • 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 30 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Santa Barbara Inn on 9 July 2026 start from AU$528, 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 3-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.

Santa Barbara Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 794 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1007 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and excellent value.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Margo

Liked: Cleanliness
The pool area is wonderful! The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. I really enjoyed my stay and look forward to returning.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Everything was great including the staff. We especially loved the restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, great location, loved this spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bed, clean room, loved that they had two sinks in the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, with awesome staff. The views were incredible.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, pleasant stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness
Overlooked the ocean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful inn excellent location great service will absolutely return
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were helpful, friendly and happy. It made for a great experience. The hotel itself was well maintained and the room was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect hotel!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and beautiful rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel acrosd from beach. The restaurant Convivo was convenient & delicious The bartender makes deliciou drinks & is not stingy at all!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, great views , and lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ilya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay, the room was nice, clean and super comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, great view and excellent staff. Room was exceptional! We ate at the restaurant at the hotel, and the food was delicious!
Clean and very comfy!
Room with a wonderful view including gorgeous sunsets!
Beautiful and Historic
Beautiful Lobby
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are clean, big and quiet. The staff is helpful and nice and the restaurant is fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I liked the location rooms were perfect confy size
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay. Clean, quiet, friendly staff and great weather. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful location, spacious rooms, excellent restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every part of this hotel stay was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, incredible views, and stellar service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026