Santa Barbara Inn

Hotels
9.4 (877 reviews)
901 East Cabrillo Boulevard , Santa Barbara , us

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

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 12 years old to 17 years old stay for US$40 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 27 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 877 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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lovel836 Family
10
Nice family gateway
Pros:

Beautiful view! Near the Stearns Wharf! The restaurant down stairs is delicious! The room was clean & peaceful atmosphere!

2026-07-10 via Tripadvisor
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UtahShar Friends getaway Salt Lake City, Utah
10
Beautiful hotel
Pros:

Beautiful hotel. Great location. We walked the mile to the pier or state street daily. We ate breakfast at Convivo everyday and had Ricky help us. He was very nice and professional and the food was delicious. Definitely would recommend and we’ll be back.

2026-07-09 via Tripadvisor
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V9696PGjacques Couples
10
Anniversary Upgrade on the house, and peaceful, quiet hotel
Pros:

The hotel was so quiet and peaceful with a lovely location right across from the beach/boardwalk. We were upgraded to an oceanfront room with no extra charge for our anniversary. The rooms were spacious, especially the bathrooms. We slept so well! I really appreciated the filtered water in the ice stations!

2026-07-08 via Tripadvisor
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Emilia couple ro
10
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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jaquiz2016 Family Santa Rosa, Sonoma County, California
10
Very restful
Pros:

Quiet rooms on back even on July 4th. $25 credit for breakfast. Very nice staff..greeting card and treats as we were return guests.

2026-07-07 via Tripadvisor
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Mobile801884 Couples Moorpark, California
10
Outstanding Hotel
Pros:

Beautiful Hotel, we had a wonderful time, all of the staff was outstanding from the Valet's to the Bar staff made our stay really great. We will definitely be back. Thanks to everyone at The Santa Barbara Inn

2026-07-06 via Tripadvisor
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L3462IQamyr Family
8
Stay over July 4th weekend.
Pros:

The room was large and comfortable. There was free coffee in the morning, but unless you have a room facing the ocean it’s not worth it. There is a small pool with limited seating. There is not much else to the hotel.

2026-07-04 via Tripadvisor
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Deena couple us
10
We were made to feel at home, the staff all seemed happy to be employed there.
Pros:

The staff was amazing. Our valet, TJ went the extra mile in service. Nevis our bartender was super friendly. All encounters with staff was so pleasant. Please let TJ know Mr & Mrs Mitchell especially enjoyed our stay because of him.

Cons:

Wish we could have stayed longer.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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DCMRDH1979 Couples San Jose, California
10
Quick getaway at a fabulous place
Pros:

Excellent stay. The staff was so attentive to every need. Our first contact was with our Valet, known as TJ. The car was always ready, and when we were ready to check out, he had the car ready even before we called for it. The bartender, Devin, took care of us. Very personal. All staff members were gracious and helpful. We would stay here again!!

2026-07-02 via Tripadvisor
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Teresita couple us
10
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Go48110628834 Family
10
Great experience!
Pros:

Stayed at the Santa Barbara Inn for our wedding weekend, it was beautiful! Staff are very accommodating and kind. The location is great and the views are perfect. Our suite was very spacious and clean.

2026-06-29 via Tripadvisor
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BFARR solo_traveller us
10
Friendly Staff, Great Food, and a Comfortable Stay
Pros:

We had a great stay at Santa Barbara Inn. The hotel was very clean, well-maintained, and in a good location. Everyone was friendly and professional.
We enjoyed the heated pool and relaxing by the lobby fire pit in the evenings. The on-site restaurant, Convivio, was excellent, with delicious food and a great variety of options.

A special thank you to Courtney at Convivio. She was incredibly welcoming, friendly, and easy to talk to. Her genuine kindness and outstanding customer service made our dining experience even more enjoyable.

The rates were a bit on the higher side, especially over a holiday weekend, but that was expected. In the end, the exceptional service, comfortable accommodations, and overall experience made it feel worth the cost.

Overall, we had a great experience and would definitely recommend Santa Barbara Inn to anyone visiting the area.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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mattoA1347VN Family Hermosa Beach, California
10
Awesome stay at SB Inn
Pros:

Excellent experience all around. The staff at the front desk, the valet crew & restaurant staff were awesome! Great location, nice rooms and breakfast was top notch. Definitely going back!

2026-06-25 via Tripadvisor
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A5782DTthomasc Couples
8
Lovely place to stay in Santa Barbara.
Pros:

Nice property. View from patio of the ocean was wonderful. Only concern was that our room (201) was right above the kitchen and some smells permeated our room and we could hear the clanking of dirty dishes. Staff was excellent. Great room size and large bathroom.

2026-06-23 via Tripadvisor
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Stewart solo_traveller gb
4
2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Fearless45537146747 Solo travel
10
Perfect location plus all the amenities
Pros:

Beautiful ocean view, clean and well appointed room on beautiful grounds with architecture. Great restaurant on site

2026-06-22 via Tripadvisor
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Relax772895 Couples
10
Perfect beachfront location
Pros:

Beautiful hotel with fantastic location and excellent restaurant!

2026-06-21 via Tripadvisor
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Dwbeach Couples Basingstoke, Hampshire, England
10
A fantastic hotel … don’t hesitate book it !
Pros:

A fantastic hotel in Santa Barbara! On our arrival the guys in Valet service took our car and assured us the bags would be taken to our room after check in
At the check in desk we were told our room wasn’t ready ( we were 3 hours early!!) but he gave us a card that allowed us access to the pool. He also explained dining and bar location.
When our room was ready our bags were delivered as promised.
The room was beautiful with a magnificent view directly on to the seafront and balcony to sit out of an evening to watch the word go by.
Every member of staff we dealt with were happy, positive and a credit to the hotel.
All in all our brief 2 day stay ended our California road trip perfectly.

2026-06-20 via Tripadvisor
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W2361HLsuzanneh Family
10
Great views
Pros:

Wonderful stay and in a perfect location. Absolutely loved the balcony overlooking the ocean and the size of the rooms were perfect for a family of 4. Would highly recommend for a beautiful Santa Barbara getaway!

2026-06-18 via Tripadvisor
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D1194BEmichellew Family
10
Beach Virw from our room
Pros:

Lovely time. Great restaurant. Loved our room. Staff was very accommodating

2026-06-18 via Tripadvisor