Santa Barbara Inn

Hotels
9.4 (905 reviews)
901 East Cabrillo Boulevard , Santa Barbara , US
+1 800-231-0431

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Beautiful views
Excellent room service
Cons:
Thin toilet paper
Lack of hard copy menu
Inconsistent bathroom amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
9.45
Most reviews mention rooms were clean and comfortable.
Service
9.35
Many comments highlight friendly and helpful staff, though some service issues noted.
Location
9.85
Location praised for being close to the beach and local attractions.
Room Quality
9.35
Guests enjoyed spacious rooms and great views.
Amenities
9.15
The hotel offered good amenities, but some guests desired more snacks in room.
Value for Money
9.35
Generally perceived as fairly priced for the quality offered.
Food and Beverage
8.85
Restaurant quality noted but some inconsistencies reported.
Overall Experience
9.85
Guests overwhelmingly enjoyed their stay and recommended the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 02:14

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Indulge in a stay at the Santa Barbara Inn, where every room offers comfort and style. Enjoy ocean or mountain views from many of our well-appointed rooms, each equipped with modern amenities for a relaxing retreat.

Relaxation and Recreation
Unwind by the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub for the ultimate relaxation. Stay active at the on-site fitness centre or explore the nearby water activities like kayaking and paddle boarding. The choice is yours at our serene coastal getaway.

Dining Experience
Savor delectable Italian cuisine with a stunning oceanfront view at Convivo, our on-site restaurant. Whether it's a romantic dinner or casual drinks at the bar, your dining experience at Santa Barbara Inn will be nothing short of delightful.

Plan your escape to Santa Barbara Inn now for a memorable coastal experience!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SBA

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 905 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.45
Service: 9.35
Location: 9.85
Room Quality: 9.35
Amenities: 9.15
Value for Money: 9.35
Food and Beverage: 8.85
Overall Experience: 9.85
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Mark • couple • us
10
Fantastic restaurant was a bonus to our stay.
Pros:

Great location. Full of charm in history.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Paola • family_with_children • it
9
This hotel is very nice the location is just in front of the beach
Pros:

Breakfast very good - perfect location - the staff very nice and kind -

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Gerry • couple • us
9
Pros:

Breakfast was very good, Very easy, we liked the pickup service. Vanilla Latte and a cup of yogurt with granola was perfect.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • it
8
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Sasha • extended_group • gb
10
We were only here for a day which is definitely not long enough next time we’ll come for longer
Pros:

We loved the comfort of the room and also the beautiful pool area

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Jennie • couple • ie
8
Pros:

Good location along the boardwalk

Cons:

Booked a balcony room thinking it had a view but the view was of the car park so be sure to book a seat view room!

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Luana • couple • br
10
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Jb • family_with_children • fr
8
Pros:

style vieux surtout les salles de bains
Restaurant pas top
Piscine très petite

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Mateusz • couple • pl
10
Cons:

It should be clearly stated somewhere that there is a USF 150 deposit charged upon the arrival.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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CalabasasCA • Couples • Calabasas, California
10
Excellent hotel and great location
Pros:

Great location right across from the beach. Very reasonably priced as compared to other hotels in the area. Easy checkin and 12:00 pm checkout, which was great. Beautiful large room (room 3301) with 2 queen beds that overlooked the park and beach. Very clean. Nice to sit in the porch and hear the crashing waves. The restaurant had excellent eclectic food. Staff were very nice, friendly, and helpful. Will definitely come back again.

2026-08-28 • via Tripadvisor
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Katie • family_with_children • gb
9
Excellent location. Felt like a hidden gem
Pros:

Great location. Although we only stayed one night we walked to the Funk Zone for dinner and managed to sit by the pool for an hour or two

Room was large and comfortable

Cons:

Nothing to report

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Shelly • couple • us
9
The property is lovely and comfortable. The staff is very nice!
Pros:

Beautiful views of the ocean.

Cons:

The roads nearby are noisy.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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davitt2023 • Couples
10
Very prompt and attentive staff. Quick with all requests
Pros:

It’s a nice place with nice staff

2026-08-21 • via Tripadvisor
8
81shellye • Couples
10
Wonderful hotel!
Pros:

Right across from the ocean with beautiful views. The restaurant is also lovely. Our room was very comfortable, with a large bathroom. We had a great time!

2026-08-20 • via Tripadvisor
9
96malloryc • Family
10
Family wedding
Pros:

We had our wedding stay here everyone was absolutely amazing!!!

2026-08-17 • via Tripadvisor
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donna • couple • us
8
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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donna • couple • us
7
Excellent location which overrides the outdated room
Pros:

Great location and restaurant!

Cons:

Rooms need a refresh. Paint and new carpet would help a lot!

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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scottroberts33 • Couples • Rancho Mirage, Greater Palm Springs, California
10
I love the Santa Barbara Inn; have for years
Pros:

For years I’ve enjoyed my stay at the Santa Barbara Inn. It’s located in a great spot with ocean views and proximity to great restaurants.

A shout out to the valets, who always manage to keep my Tesla charged and ready to go.

2026-08-12 • via Tripadvisor
8
887melindak • Solo travel
10
Excellent Service & Accommodations!
Pros:

Excellent! Greeted warmly upon arrival. Staff very personable & welcoming. Arranged room perfectly. Breakfast of Avocado Toast was supreme. I will come back!

2026-08-10 • via Tripadvisor
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Nisha • family_with_children • us
4
Pros:

The location was okay

Cons:

Room had bugs in it and we had a terrible view. Room also smelled like something was burning and the AC was not working well

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee