Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotels
8.7 (1270 reviews)
533 State Street , Santa Barbara , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Cons:
Slow elevator
Limited room amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.69
Rooms were comfortable and clean.
Service
9.16
Staff were very nice and went out of their way to make us happy.
Location
9.2
Excellent location along the pedestrian-only section of State Street.
Room Quality
8.15
Some rooms had limited storage space.
Amenities
8.68
Nice features like filtered-water stations on each floor.
Value for Money
8.64
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.19
Missing room service and limited food options.
Overall Experience
8.86
Overall we loved our stay and would come again.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 13:43

Property Description

Central Location
Located just 3.2 km from the Santa Barbara Zoo and Leadbetter Beach and Park, Hotel Santa Barbara offers convenience and easy access to popular attractions.

Comfortable Accommodations
Relax in our air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen cable TVs, work desks, and plush pillow-top mattresses with a selection of pillows. Enjoy the convenience of in-room coffee machines, mini refrigerators, and complimentary toiletries.

Nearby Attractions
Explore the vibrant art scene with the Santa Barbara Museum of Art just a 5-minute drive away. Santa Barbara City College and the airport are also within a short distance, making travel a breeze.

Experience comfort and convenience at Hotel Santa Barbara. Book your stay now!

Important information:

Pardon our dust! Hotel Santa Barbara is currently undergoing a series of refreshing updates. Guests may see and hear construction around the property during their stay. Our team is working diligently to minimize disruptions during this time.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.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 30 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1270 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.69
Service: 9.16
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.15
Amenities: 8.68
Value for Money: 8.64
Food and Beverage: 8.19
Overall Experience: 8.86
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Mary couple us
10
2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Melinda solo_traveller us
10
Wonderful stay
Pros:

The staff was great especially Christine at the front desk. She was very helpful and fun to chat with. The location was on a pedestrian only street which was good and my room was very quiet.
Beautiful interior loved the tiles and color scheme

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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denisemJ1410EJ Business
10
Front Desk Customer Service
Pros:

Our stay was made even better thanks to the incredible front desk clerk, Christine, who went the above and beyond to make us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. She was friendly, knowledgeable and professional and ready to help with recommendations and questions. Her positive attitude and attention to detail stood out and made our trip even more enjoyable. Excellent customer service is rare and we really appreciated it!

2026-05-13 via Tripadvisor
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Hanel solo_traveller il
9
2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Ma Lourdes couple us
10
We loved the hotel
Pros:

Near restaurants and shopping places.

Cons:

The room was a bit small

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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David extended_group gb
10
2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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paolo couple us
8
2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Travelgirl056 Couples Carlsbad, California
8
The Good and the Bad
Pros:

Great location. We’ve been staying at this hotel for years. Love the remodel too. The rooms are nicely updated and the moody paint is very vibey. Bed is very comfy. Not so positive on the bathroom. Sink is tiny can barely brush ur teeth. Shower pressure is good but the old bathtub and half a shower door is a no no. The toilet facing the bed is super annoying. And no coffee or tea downstairs. Will def be back but will make sure we upgrade the room. Valet guys were amazing!!

2026-05-08 via Tripadvisor
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Bo Stefan couple se
9
Lyxig känsla men det behövs en restaurang för att glänsa.
Pros:

Toppenläge i Santa Barbara. Mycket fräscht hotell från reception och lobby till hotellrummmet. Bra möjlighet för parkering mot extra kostnad.

Cons:

Lite litet rum i förhållande till priset. Ett så fint hotell borde ha en egen restaurang. Fanns en bar i lobbyn som serverade en lättare frukost mot extra kostnad.

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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fcarterc Solo travel
10
Near the Lobero Theater and shopping and restaurants
Pros:

I was going to see a jazz concert at the Lobero Theater, which is about a 10 minute walk from the Hotel Santa Barbara and perfectly located right there on State Street where there are no cars. I have stayed at this hotel several times and since it’s remodel, it is absolutely wonderful.. It is near all the restaurants and coffee shops and nice places to go shopping and most of State Street does not allow cars so it’s really quite fun to walk the streets and see all that there is to offer.. the room was wonderful as well as the bedding and pillows and it was very quiet and they’ve added a bar downstairs in the lobby, which was a nice addition., the valet parking in the back is very helpful as well and I can’t recommend this hotel enough. You will absolutely enjoy your stay and it’s location..

2026-05-06 via Tripadvisor
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erobuck Business Annapolis, Maryland
8
Great location!
Pros:

The atmosphere and rooms are beautiful, and the property is clean and comfortable. There is a Starbucks right next door that opens very early, which is a huge perk for visiting east coasters. The hotel is perfectly located between State St. attractions and the beach.

Some things to note that could be challenging to some guests:

*Proximity to college bars can make weekend noise a problem. Bring a noisemaker.
*Very slow, very small elevator. Take the stairs, if possible.
*Parking is valet, so there is sometimes a wait for your vehicle to be retrieved.

I would absolutely stay here again.

2026-05-06 via Tripadvisor
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541ramis Couples
10
Perfect!!!
Pros:

Perfect place, great service!!!

2026-05-05 via Tripadvisor
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Valarie couple us
10
2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Helen couple gb
10
Stylish hotel right in the centre of town
Pros:

Our favourite hotel on our road trip was a dream. We wished we could have stayed longer. The rooms were beautifully styled, spotlessly clean and incredibly comfortable. We particularly enjoyed the complimentary pour-over coffees. The valet service was both affordable and hassle-free. Thank you!

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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James couple us
7
2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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MavsFan125 Family Farmers Branch, Texas
10
Wonderful Long Weekend at the Hotel Santa Barbara
Pros:

The Hotel Santa Barbara is a wonderful boutique hotel in the heart of Santa Barbara. All the staff were very friendly and extremely helpful. The lobby bar had a great vibe and was a fun place to hang out before heading to dinner. We kept the car parked at the hotel the entire weekend and walked everywhere we wanted to go. The only small negative is that it is a boutique hotel with only one small elevator which made getting bags to and from the room a bit of a challenge.

2026-05-01 via Tripadvisor
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matthewgX9314DH Couples
10
Warm, sweet and cozy!
Pros:

We were in town only for one night and we would’ve loved staying there a couple more days! To the warm welcoming staff and valet to the amenities in the rooms, everything was perfect. The room was clean and quiet. Bravo to the staff! Would recommend to everyone who wants a nice relaxing night in the middle of downtown!

2026-04-30 via Tripadvisor
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Radisa solo_traveller ch
10
2026-04-30 via Nuitee
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Ann couple us
10
2026-04-30 via Nuitee
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Emil couple au
10
2026-04-29 via Nuitee