Lemon Tree Inn

Hotels
7.8 (3440 reviews)
2819 State Street , Santa Barbara , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean staff
Good location
Pleasant dining
Cons:
Dirty rooms
Old furniture
Needs renovation

Categories

Cleanliness
6.16
Several reviews mentioned dirtiness and a lack of upkeep, leading to a lower score.
Service
8.63
Staff were consistently described as gracious and helpful.
Location
8.67
The location was positively highlighted, being convenient for various plans.
Room Quality
6.62
Multiple complaints about the room's condition and outdated furniture.
Amenities
7.15
Amenities provided were satisfactory, but some areas mentioned needed improvement.
Value for Money
8.11
Mixed feelings; some found it worth the price, while others expected more for what was paid.
Food and Beverage
9.16
The on-site restaurant received praise for quality and service.
Overall Experience
7.93
Overall experience was mixed, with both positive and negative aspects noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-27 10:06

Property Description

Tropical Oasis Courtyard and Outdoor Pool
Escape to our one acre tropical courtyard with a refreshing outdoor pool, the perfect spot to unwind under the sun.

Delightful Dining Experience
Indulge in a culinary journey at the Crocodile restaurant, offering a blend of Italian and Californian cuisine, complemented by a cozy bar for drinks.

Convenient Amenities and Nearby Attractions
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, flat-screen cable TV, and private balconies with courtyard views in our air-conditioned rooms. Explore nearby attractions like the Museum of Natural History and Santa Barbara Municipal Golf Course.

Book your stay at Lemon Tree Inn for a memorable Santa Barbara getaway!

Important information:

If you plan to book more than 4 rooms, please contact the hotel for further 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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SBA

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 3440 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.16
Service: 8.63
Location: 8.67
Room Quality: 6.62
Amenities: 7.15
Value for Money: 8.11
Food and Beverage: 9.16
Overall Experience: 7.93
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falldown solo_traveller mx
9
Pros:

The staff at the front desk was very helpful and friendly. They were able to answer my many questions about the area. The restaurant was amazing, with great food and friendly staff.

Cons:

The rooms have back doors to access the pool area, which is great, but the rooms don't have any numbering to identify them from the pool area,. which is mildly annoying

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Lora couple us
10
We had a great overnight stay.
Pros:

Beautiful grounds and a spacious room with a private deck.

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Terry couple us
9
It was a lovely room, comfortable and plenty of alternative sitting. It was clean!!! Sitting on our balcony in the early
Pros:

The view from our room.

Cons:

Our bathroom shower/tub.

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Katie couple us
9
2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Jorge family_with_children br
7
2026-02-10 via Nuitee
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April family_with_children us
9
2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Nancy couple us
5
Convenient
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Old

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Guillermo Magdaleno family_with_children us
9
Great stay in Santa Barbara!
Pros:

The place was very well located, and with a beautiful garden.

Cons:

Although the beds were comfortable, they were very noisy with minimal movement.

2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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Mejia couple us
5
Over all it was great like always.
Pros:

I love the hotel and the staff.

Cons:

Some of the rooms around the bed make a bad sound if you hit it with your foot like in room 117 and 104 or 105 I can't remember.

2026-01-31 via Nuitee
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Anthony solo_traveller us
9
2026-01-29 via Nuitee
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Nihatcan extended_group tr
8
Pros:

Konumu , temiz oluşu ve fiyatı gayet iyidi

Cons:

Yatak konforu çok iyi değildi

2026-01-28 via Nuitee
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Marcelino family_with_children mx
8
2026-01-27 via Nuitee
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Andrea L couple us
9
2026-01-21 via Nuitee
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Joanna extended_group us
10
Pros:

It was soo clean and the staff cleaned up our rooms beautifully everyday…they were gracious and helpful. Top notch for cleanliness for sure!

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Ricardo couple us
10
Pros:

Good restaurant

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Susan solo_traveller us
6
Adequate.
Pros:

Convenient to my plans

Cons:

Adjoining room door would not lock and when I arrived the nightstand was shoved to block it which was unnerving. All night I felt like someone was going to try to get into my room. Very uncomfortable feeling.

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Alexander couple us
10
It was amazing!
Pros:

Pool was awesome!!!

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Aditya family_with_children us
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Gretchen family_with_children us
9
Old fashioned beautiful place
Pros:

I love the setting and old style rooms. The garden is like a humming bird sanctuary with flowers , large succulents and palms. . Santa Barbara blue skies and mountains are another atmospheric feature which makes every stay a relaxing experience. The on site Crocodile restaurant is a plus with good food and very friendly expert staff.

Cons:

I love staying at the Lemon Tree because it's old fashioned and welcoming.. it's like being in a time warp back in the sixties.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Shylize family_with_children us
8
2026-01-19 via Nuitee