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The Presidio

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Santa Barbara Bowl

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Property grounds
Exterior
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
Reception
Property entrance

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$208
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb

Explore the area

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1620 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Arlington Theater
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Museum of Art
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Santa Barbara

At The Presidio you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Alameda Park and Alice Keck Memorial Garden. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and LED TVs. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas and a terrace. Added amenities include free use of bicycles. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Santa Barbara motel include Santa Barbara Bowl and Santa Barbara Harbor.
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What's nearby

  • Arlington Theater - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Granada Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Barbara Museum of Art - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mission Santa Barbara - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Barbara Public Market - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Corazon Cocina - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mission Street Ice Cream and Yogurt - Featuring McConnell's Fine Ice Creams - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪CAJÉ - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪IHOP - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Presidio

Motel with free parking, near Santa Barbara Bowl
The Presidio offers its guests a terrace. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
The Presidio offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. 42-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Fridges and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

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 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 200 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Property is also known as

Motel Presidio
Presidio Motel
Presidio Motel Santa Barbara
Presidio Santa Barbara
Presidio Hotel Santa Barbara
The Presidio Motel
The Presidio Santa Barbara
The Presidio Motel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Presidio?

The Presidio offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Presidio?

As of 14 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Presidio on 16 Feb 2026 start from AU$207.91, 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 The Presidio?

Yep, The Presidio has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Presidio?

The closest beach to The Presidio is Butterfly Beach (6.2 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Presidio?

No, The Presidio does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Presidio?

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

Are pets allowed at The Presidio?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Presidio Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 293 out of 767 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 767 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 767 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 767 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 767 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

madison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, friendly staff, ac worked great. there’s also free parking which wasn’t gated off but i felt safe leaving my car there overnight.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria, Rio De Janeiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Park was ok, clean room. But wifi slowly. Shops nearby excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kyle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Zachary, Bakersfield

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is a quaint motel within just a few minutes of downtown and the Santa Barbara Bowl. Great location and accommodations with convenient parking, and sun deck to enjoy the weather.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Limited parking. Was told the vacant lot adjacent to the motel (yes, it’s a motel, not a hotel) was “park at your own risk.” I had to park on the street.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Elia

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
Toilet was half ass cleaned. Bed had pubes but sheets were cleaned . Went to target for my own bedding to cover on top and bought a blanket. Didnt complaint to staff bc i mean i guess what so i expect at an lower priced inn? You get what u pay for unfortunately
Room had a hole too
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Easy parking, great location and room were very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Caroline

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I’m not sure how this place got so many rave reviews. The hotel is very run down. The room was very dark and stuffy. I didn’t sleep the first night because there were so many noisy air conditioners running. We didn’t use ours because when we turned it on it seemed to just start circulating allergens. The bed was quite comfortable but the shower wasn’t great. The location is good. Front desk person was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Special place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay for a quick trip
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy, Pleasant Hill

Travelled with group
Not a well thought out shower. The shower is eight feet high! No way to reach to adjust the angle. Your hair will get wet if you don’t use a shower cap which is not provided. The water temperature is less than body temperature - tepid at best. Disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Julio

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and quiet. Staff was nice and helpful. Hotel was close to many shops and places to eat
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Yoram

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Trying... but not succesfully

This is a chair in room #2. The bed seemed clean. And they are trying... but not that hard
Would you sit here?
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to sleep! Walkable from the Bowl & State Street!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisela

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

katrina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed two nights. Check in was easy. Bed was comfortable. Said it was a queen bed but seemed more like a full. The staff was friendly and helpful. Overall we had a great stay and would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren, San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valeria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk employee was very nice. Property well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025