At the Santa Barbara Inn, a tranquil retreat awaits near Stearns Wharf and the Santa Barbara Zoo. Savor Italian cuisine with ocean views at Convivo, unwind by the fireplace in the lobby or lounge by the outdoor pool.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Bar
Pool
24/7 front desk
Electric vehicle charging point
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Outdoor pool
Fitness centre
Valet parking
Room service
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Reception fireplace
Front desk safe
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Fridge
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite TV service
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
The current price is RM1,613
RM1,613
RM1,842 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Room options
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Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Partial ocean view
42 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
59 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ocean view
104 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
View all photos for Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Partial Ocean View
Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
Santa Barbara Harbor - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
Getting around
Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 14 min drive
Oxnard, CA (OXR) - 39 min drive
Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 48 min drive
Carpinteria Station - 16 min drive
UC Santa Barbara Station - 18 min drive
Santa Barbara Station - 26 min walk
Restaurants
McDonald's - 12 min walk
Santa Barbara Shellfish Company - 4 min drive
East Beach Tacos - 4 min walk
Moby Dick Restaurant - 4 min drive
Habit Burger & Grill - 5 min walk
About this property
Santa Barbara Inn
At Santa Barbara Inn, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Santa Barbara Zoo and Stearns Wharf. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Convivo, which serves Italian cuisine and is open for dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a fitness centre and a terrace. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and restaurant.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
70 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
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 time is noon
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
On-site valet parking (USD 27.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Golfing
Beach nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Fireplace in reception
Fitness centre
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Bathrobes and slippers
Sleep well
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Alarm clock
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Convivo – Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and only serves dinner.
Fees & policies
Parking
Valet parking costs USD 27.00 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Guests using the pullout sofa in the Studio, Ocean View room will incur a per night surcharge.
Also known as
Santa Barbara Inn Hotel
Santa Barbara Inn Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Hotel Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Inn Hotel Santa Barbara
Frequently asked questions
Does Santa Barbara Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Santa Barbara Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Santa Barbara Inn?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Santa Barbara Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Santa Barbara Inn?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 27.00 per night. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Santa Barbara Inn?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 AM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Santa Barbara Inn and nearby?
Santa Barbara Inn has an outdoor pool and a fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near Santa Barbara Inn?
Yes, Convivo offers Italian cuisine and ocean views.
What's the area around Santa Barbara Inn like?
Santa Barbara Inn is located near East Beach in Santa Barbara Beach, a short 9-minute walk from Santa Barbara Zoo and 4 minutes' walk from Cabrillo Pavillion. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Santa Barbara Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Location
Restaurant
Beach
View
Ocean
Food
Coffee
Lobby
What guests liked
The property's location directly across from the beach was a major highlight for guests, offering stunning views and easy access to the ocean. (33 reviews)
The property's restaurant is highly praised for its excellent food, stylish atmosphere, and top-class service. (11 reviews)
Breakfast was innovative, delicious, and excellent, with options like frittata and butter croissant with a perfect latte. (7 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
1 Jan 2025
Enjoyed our stay
Marilyn
Marilyn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Apr 2025
Family Vaca Spot
Really great Inn. Very friendly staff. Comfortable, clean rooms. Great Valet service.
Accommodates young kids, with a pool and easy beach access, and older folks (grandparents) with a better-than-decent restaurant for breakfast/lunch and dinner.
Scott
Scott, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Dec 2024
The best hotel!
Lu
Lu, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jan 2025
We loved everything about the Santa Barbara Inn - the property, our room, the location, and especially the staff.
Deborah
Deborah, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Feb 2025
Beautiful Santa Barbara Inn
Great hotel with ocean views! Rooms are large and modern. Great restaurant attached to the hotel.
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jan 2025
Loved my stay
Beautiful hotel overlooking the Pacific. Staff is very friendly and great location near all of the restaurants.
Jeroslyn
Jeroslyn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Oct 2024
Great hotel
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Oct 2024
Awesome and classic hotel-well located, excellent bar and cuisine.
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Oct 2024
Great smaller boutique hotel.
Christine
Christine, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
3 Jan 2025
Beautiful Santa Barbara style hotel across from the beach. Staff was wonderful
Katherine
Katherine, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jan 2025
Loved it
Great stay
Raul
Raul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jan 2025
Great staff. Nice rooms. Restaurant is great.
Siddique
Siddique, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Dec 2024
Loved the location and the ease of everything. Staff was incredible and we will be back.
Matt
Matt, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Dec 2024
Great olace to stay and visit Sanra Barbara. We were so pleased that prolonged our stay at the Santa Barbara Inn.
Miguel
Miguel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Dec 2024
We love everything about this hotel❤️
FIKRA
FIKRA, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Nov 2024
Lovely hotel
Lovely hotel with friendly staff and an EXCELLENT restaurant! Very happy with our stay and would return in a heartbeat!
Lynne
Lynne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Feb 2025
Excellent property, beautifully upgraded and maintained, large comfortable rooms. The restaurant is excellent too. The pool is heated but too small.
Howard
Howard, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Aug 2024
Great location and friendly staff
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Sept 2024
Great location, staff friendly and accommodating
robert
robert, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 Dec 2024
A bit dated property but great location. Restaurant is good and super crowded at all times.
JAYANTHI
JAYANTHI, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Dec 2024
A great experience. The restaurant is awesome!
Thomas
Thomas, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Nov 2024
Beautiful and safe
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Feb 2024
The staff, rooms, food and location are perfect.
Mary
Mary, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Oct 2024
Quiet area, beautiful building, ocean view from room, nice spacious bathroom, great service.
Julia
Julia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 Jan 2025
This place would be 5 stars if they had coffee makers in the rooms.