Cabrillo Inn at the Beach

Hotels
7.3 (1668 reviews)
931 East Cabrillo Boulevard , Santa Barbara , US

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Ocean view
Cons:
Room cleanliness issues
Outdated facilities
Noise issues from nearby staff

Categories

Cleanliness
6.44
Some reviews indicated the need for deep cleaning, specifically in the bathroom.
Service
8.41
Positive interactions with staff noted, but mixed experiences with reception.
Location
8.95
Excellent beachfront location and convenient for accessing downtown.
Room Quality
5.9
Rooms described as outdated and in need of renovation.
Amenities
6.43
Lack of basic amenities like hair dryers and updated fixtures.
Value for Money
7.89
Generally good value, but some perceive rooms as overpriced for their condition.
Food and Beverage
6.94
Limited mentions, but mostly neutral feedback.
Overall Experience
7.41
Mixed experiences leading to an average but generally acceptable stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 09:45

Property Description

Beachfront Paradise with Tropical Charm

Heated Pool and Free WiFi
Indulge in relaxation at our heated outdoor pool or stay connected with complimentary WiFi.

Tropical-Style Decor and Modern Amenities
Enjoy cable TV, a fridge, and a cozy seating area in each room designed with a tropical flair.

Explore Santa Barbara's Attractions
Discover nearby attractions such as Stearns Wharf, Zoological Gardens, and historic landmarks just a short drive away.

Experience the perfect blend of beachside relaxation and modern comfort at Cabrillo Inn at the Beach. Book your stay now!

Important information:

***Please note***: Our new office hours are 8:00 to 22:00 daily. Check in arrival time needs to be before our office closes at 22:00 hours or 10:00 PM Check out time is 11:00 AM.

Credit card information: The name on the credit card and the billing address must match the guest name and their drivers license / ID, or the reservation is subject to cancelation. At check in, a physical credit card and holders ID is required.

Please note: When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply. Please contact the hotel directly for more information and instructions for how to confirm all bookings.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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.3
Based on 1668 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.44
Service: 8.41
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 5.9
Amenities: 6.43
Value for Money: 7.89
Food and Beverage: 6.94
Overall Experience: 7.41
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Brian • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Location, location, location!!!

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Jud • couple • us
8
Good Deal, value
Cons:

TV remote wouldn’t work

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Gerald • couple • us
8
I experienced a lovely location & room, inconsiderate other guests, parking anxiety, caffeine anxiety.
Pros:

I could hear the surf from my room and in bed at night.

Cons:

No coffee on the premises or anywhere nearby. No assigned parking. I also heard other guests’ rooms all night long, literally they never turned it off and it drowned out the sound of the beach.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Debra • couple • us
7
Pros:

What breakfast?

Cons:

Not pet friendly.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Claire • solo_traveller • us
3
would not go back
Pros:

the location

Cons:

It was SHABBY, run down, not well maintained, and the “view” of the water was a joke!

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • couple • us
3
Not a very pleasant experience for us, maybe for some others, but we would definitely not go back
Pros:

Location was great. Right across the street from the beach. Good value for that

Cons:

Bathroom felt like an outhouse, no air-conditioning in our room was extremely uncomfortably hot. We were right next to the walkway leading to the parking lot so heard people all night, not to mention the motorcycle gang who decided to leave at 3 AM while they let their motorcycles warm up for 10 to 15 minutes. We had to leave our door open since it was so hot so everyone had a nice view right into our room as they walked past.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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YILIN • couple • cn
7
Cons:

设施太老，入住那天29度，没有空调。房间里配备的电风扇声音非常大，几乎不可能开着入睡

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Malissa • couple • us
5
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Maria • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Location

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • couple • us
3
Just ok
Pros:

No breakfast

Cons:

Everything

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Reena • couple • us
9
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Paul • family_with_children • us
8
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Morgan • couple • us
5
It was okay. Too high of a price for what you get.
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • couple • us
10
Can’t wait to come back
Pros:

The location was ideal!

Cons:

We loved how comfortable it was and the view is amazing

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Rozsa • solo_traveller • de
4
Totalschade
Pros:

Nur die Aussicht von der Terrasse!

Cons:

Ich reise seit über 25 Jahren mit Booking, aber so habe ich noch nirgendwo übernachtet. Das Zimmer war mehr als abgewohnt. Tapeten und Teppichboden stammen etwa aus den 70er Jahren und wurden seitdem nicht renoviert. Ein übler Geruch hat uns empfangen, dazu ein rostiger Ventilator. Die 250-Dollar-Kaution war dafür nicht nur überteuert, sondern ein Witz. Ich kann es nicht weiter empfehlen.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Agata • couple • pl
5
Pros:

Lokalizacja

Cons:

Śmierdziało stęchlizną i była to nora

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Carol • couple • us
1
It was horrible, but I’ll never stay at your hotel again
Cons:

No AC was very hot. The room was not clean have problems with the ceiling and the shower area falling apart. I was so disgusted with the whole experience. There was also a power outage too that morning. I just jumped up and grabbed my bags and left.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Leticia • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Maria Ines • couple • uy
8
Pros:

Buena ubicacion frente a la playa y con parking incluido
Precio barato

Cons:

Las instalaciones son un poco antiguas
No habia aire acondicionado pero teniamos ventiladores que sirvieron

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Erin • couple • us
8
Nice
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Rooms were hot

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee