Lemon Tree Inn

Hotels
7.8 (3623 reviews)
2819 State Street , Santa Barbara , us

listing image 1
Show all photos
Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
See all facilities

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Multiple complaints about the room's condition and outdated furniture.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 3623 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
T
Tilley • family_with_children • us
10
We had a very comfortable stay, and the food was great.
Pros:

The breakfast what’s good. We had a breakfast burrito and we would’ve liked some bacon in it, but other than that, the flavor was great. The location was easy to get to.

Cons:

We would have liked to have a top sheet on the bed because we got too warm during the night. We were on the ground floor and it would’ve been nice to have numbers on the backside of our room as well as on the front door because we use the patio a lot and the seating area out by the pool. Other than that, it was great.

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
L
Lisa Beth • solo_traveller • us
9
Great location, good price during the week, comfortable and friendly service.
Pros:

The staff is friendly and helpful. Great location, near shops, restaurants, beach. Lovely ambiance of the gardens. My room was very comfortable, loved the soft sheets!

Cons:

Terrible coffee in the room. I’ve stayed at the Tides Oceanview Inn in Pismo, best room coffee. Perhaps you would like to upgrade. Need elevator for luggage. One lamp wasn’t working.

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
L
Lewis • solo_traveller • us
4
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Comforter was stained

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
K
Kinchen • couple • us
10
Would stay there again
Pros:

Location near Santa Barbara mission was convenient and quiet. Room was modern and had great electrical outlets and updated bathroom. We did not eat in the Crocodile Restaurant but we were told by locals that it was excellent.

Cons:

AC was noisy

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
S
Sandra • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
G
Grissel • extended_group • us
10
From checking in by the friendliest FD agent and the experience at the bar and restaurant.
Pros:

The pool and the tiki bar.

Cons:

The room location so close to street but wasn’t the worst thing.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
O
Oscar • couple • us
4
Not a good experience with room.
Pros:

Pool was good size

Cons:

Room accommodations/ room is old and furniture was old and heavily worn/ bed was noisy and size was not what I’ve paid for/ not the cleanest room we have ever stayed in.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
D
Danielle • solo_traveller • us
7
Adequate for a short stay - can walk to cafes/restaurants and easy to get around from there.
Pros:

The rooms are spacious and the property is built around a central courtyard that is spread out and full of trees and tropical plants. I had a solo stay but if you had four people in the room it would be adequate.

Cons:

I arrived at the hotel just before 10pm. While I was provided a map, it was a little funky following the map and there are no signs with room numbers. This would be very helpful, especially to someone arriving later in the evening. I spent 12 minutes walking up and down stairs until I finally figured it out. I didn't dine in the restaurant because there was absolutely no one there at 8:45am which I found to be odd considering the size hotel that it is. The room itself felt very stark. Only 2 small pieces of artwork on the wall and all tile floor. Rugs can be icky, but it would be nice if they could figure something for the floors and decor to give some warmth to the rooms. It is a good price point for the area and I would stay there again if I'm back.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
V
Valerie • couple • us
7
Pros:

Comfortable stay.

Cons:

The bed sheets and pillow cases had stains.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
I
Iole • extended_group • it
8
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
E
E. Valido • solo_traveller • us
3
Pros:

Not much.

Cons:

The building is not updated. Needs new paint, better locks on doors, connecting ones, too and patio doors, TV was not connecting to satellite, bathroom was old, toilet seat was missing a spot on the top seat, people staying there did not look like tourist rather living there. For the price I paid, I expected to feel like a safe, clean, updated, and relaxing environment. Never will stay at the Lemon Tree Inn.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
M
Malia • couple • us
10
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
C
Carrubba • couple • us
9
Pros:

Not Applicable

Cons:

The doors out onto the patio seemed quite insecure.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
M
Madeline • extended_group • us
10
I’ll definitely be back
Pros:

The gentleman that checked us in also took my reservation. He’s the best don’t ever lose him. I wish I knew his name. I’m sorry I didn’t ask. I had some surgery and I mentioned to the doctor that I think the lemon tree should be their preferred recommended hotel.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
R
Reed-Vogel • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Nice pool, good location.

Cons:

Handicap room was on the 2nd floor and a long distance from the elevator.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
A
Alexander • solo_traveller • us
7
Nice but quite expensive
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
L
Lisa Birgit Carola • couple • at
8
Sauberes Hotel mit freundlichem Personal!
Pros:

Sehr saubere Zimmer & freundliches Personal. Gute Parkmöglichkeiten & die Lage, wenn man ein Auto hat, ebenfalls super.

Cons:

Kein Tageslicht außer die Fenster direkt zum Pool, also gab es Tageslicht nur zusammen mit Menschen die einem ins Zimmer geschaut haben. Der Kühlschrank war extrem laut.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
V
Venita • couple • us
8
Great value for money
Pros:

Location and fabulous restaurant

Cons:

The metal platform that beds rest on. Unfortunately kept painfully kicking when getting in and out of bed.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
S
Sheila Leonard • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Garden area and nice restaurant attached with very good food , they did room service and the staff was very nice.

Cons:

The carpet needs to be changed.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
J
Jerald • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

The restaurant and bar. Excellent staff and very good food.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee