Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara

Hotels
8 (1836 reviews)
3525 State Street , Santa Barbara , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly service
Decent amenities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited food options
Older room furnishings

Categories

Cleanliness
7.5
Some reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, including dust and odor.
Service
9
General positive feedback about staff helpfulness and friendliness.
Location
9
Consistent praise for location being good and convenient.
Room Quality
7.5
Several comments mentioned room conditions needing updates or expressing minor issues.
Amenities
8
General remarks on amenities being sufficient, but not excellent.
Value for Money
8
Reviews indicated a fair price for what was offered.
Food and Beverage
7
Mixed reviews about breakfast quality and variety.
Overall Experience
8
Overall satisfactory experiences were reported with some noted issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 14:07

Property Description

Relax and Unwind in Santa Barbara's Oasis

Outdoor Pool, Hot Tub, and Fitness Centre: Take a dip in the refreshing pool, relax in the hot tub, or keep up with your fitness routine at our on-site gym.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities: Enjoy the convenience of a refrigerator, coffee maker, cable TV, and video games in each guest room for a cozy stay.

Convenient Location with Nearby Attractions: Explore Santa Barbara's top spots such as the Golf Club, Museum of Art, and Botanical Garden just a stone's throw away from Sandpiper Lodge.

Ready to experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience? Book your stay at Sandpiper Lodge today!

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.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

8
Based on 1836 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.5
Service: 9
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 8
M
myruka1945 • extended_group • us
9
Nice size rooms
Pros:

The breakfast was okay.
My selection of yogurt and fruit very good coffee

Cons:

The only thing that we had an issue with is parking under the trees. They produce some kind of a pollen and drip things. So please make sure that people know not to park underneath the big trees. Otherwise it was a very good stay.

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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serge • couple • fr
8
2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Edward • solo_traveller • us
9
Overall great value.
Pros:

Good value and location.

Cons:

Although the breakfast was good, the staff person attending to it was not very good. Five minutes before the ending time of the breakfast, she started putting chairs on tables and taking away the food that was on the counter. Ultimately, we were the last people in there, but we did arrive on time to have a good breakfast experience. I know that a person has to be efficient, but putting chairs on tables and closing down the breakfast line early didn’t seem right. Admittedly, she started closing things down only around 5 to 10 minutes before closing, but it just didn’t seem good.

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Dianne • family_with_children • us
6
We were comortable, but was just OK
Pros:

Rooms were nice, and comfortable, with a microwave and fridge. Continental breakfast OK, not a lot to chose from.

Cons:

The shower/toilet room was a pit in need of a major overhaul, and the carpet was old, worn, and dirty. Maids did not clean our room the second day. When I asked at the desk about it, I was told that they would have if I had put out the maid service sign. Gee, that would have been nice to know.

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
J
Joe • couple • us
8
Pros:

Our room was comfortable and clean. The staff was very nice. Overall the hotel was well run and a very good value.

2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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nadia • extended_group • fr
5
Cons:

Très bruyant, mal insonorisé, on entant les autres clients parler dans la chambre d à côté et tout se qui se passe dehors
Petit déjeuner très basique , pas bon

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • extended_group • us
5
2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Gerard • extended_group • us
9
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Clean, good location

Cons:

WiFi speed

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Hollie • family_with_children • us
8
We’ll be back!
Pros:

Nice size room, good location.

Cons:

The vending machines were broken and took about $10 without giving product. The pool not opening until 9am, it should be 7am or 8am.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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josefina • family_with_children • ar
8
Para una o dos noches y conocer Santa Bárbara está perfecto
Pros:

La cama muy cómoda

Cons:

Nada puntual porque está bien precio calidad

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Carol • family_with_children • us
8
Nice stay
Pros:

Nice pool & hot tub.

Cons:

I was hoping for a HOT breakfast.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Ronna • couple • us
7
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Valentina • family_with_children • it
5
Nella media
Pros:

La pulizia è ok, ogni giorno vengono cambiati gli asciugamani è pulita la camera

Cons:

La colazione è veramente povera. Per chi ha intolleranza al glutine e al lattosio è difficile trovare qualcosa da mangiare.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • family_with_children • us
4
The exterior of the building looked okay. The inside needed more cleaning. Bathroom, carpets, filter
Pros:

The bed and pillows were clean and comfortable.

Cons:

The bathroom was dirty. Toenail on floor. Drab shower curtain. The filter in the air conditioner was filthy and when we told the office, they weren’t apologetic. They did have it cleaned, though.

Suggestions: wash carpeting, add an indoor lock to the door.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Jessi • couple • us
10
Nice room with free breakfast in a convenient location
Pros:

The room was nice, spacious, cozy. The bed was comfortable. The shower had hot water and strong pressure. There was lots of storage space. The AC was nice and cold. The breakfast was very basic but it did the job.

Cons:

I wish there were a few more breakfast items, but that was very minor. Overall, there was nothing I didn't like!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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CHRISTOPHE • family_with_children • fr
8
Pros:

Chambre spacieuse pour 5P, petit déjeuner correct, piscine en sus;

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Rosa • family_with_children • us
7
Pros:

The breakfast was good

Cons:

The ac was loud.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Tanja • couple • dk
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Anna • family_with_children • ua
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee