The Presidio

Hotels
7.6 (2449 reviews)
1620 State Street , Santa Barbara , us
+18059631355

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Family rooms
Hiking
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Lack of amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
5.74
Several reviews noted cleanliness issues, including hair found in the bed and the lack of basic hygiene supplies.
Service
8.71
Friendly staff was highlighted positively, but some service issues were experienced with management response.
Location
9.75
The downtown location was praised as great, walkable to various attractions.
Room Quality
6.7
Rooms had mixed comments regarding conditions and amenities, including outdated blinds.
Amenities
6.73
Basic amenities were lacking, including no coffee maker and microwave, impacting overall satisfaction.
Value for Money
7.69
Guests found the price slightly high for the amenities provided, leading to mixed feelings on value.
Food and Beverage
6.74
Not mentioned explicitly, but absence of coffee and meals affected guest satisfaction.
Overall Experience
8.71
The overall experience was generally positive despite some significant issues, leading to a mixed sentiment.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-01 10:36

Property Description

Luxurious Comfort
Indulge in the comfort of hypoallergenic bedding and modern amenities at The Presidio. Each room is equipped with a 42-inch flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, and a work desk for your convenience.

Outdoor Relaxation
Unwind on the outdoor sundeck with sunbathing chairs and heaters, perfect for a relaxing day under the sun or evening lounging. Take advantage of the free bike hire to explore the beautiful surroundings of Santa Barbara.

Convenient Location
Located just minutes away from Stearns Wharf and popular attractions, The Presidio offers easy access to Santa Barbara's top destinations. Whether you're visiting the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History or UC Santa Barbara, our hotel is the perfect choice for your stay.

Experience luxury and convenience at The Presidio - book your stay now for an unforgettable Santa Barbara getaway.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Please note: If guests arrive later than 7 pm, please notify the hotel prior to arrival.

Guests planning to bring a pet must notify the hotel prior to arrival.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
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.
    Children up to and including 10 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 2449 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.74
Service: 8.71
Location: 9.75
Room Quality: 6.7
Amenities: 6.73
Value for Money: 7.69
Food and Beverage: 6.74
Overall Experience: 8.71
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Chris • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

I had a short stay, arriving late and leaving very early. I couldn't arrive before a dinner I had planned, so arrived at the hotel after 8pm. I called, and they had set it up for late arrival (even though in my rush I had not notified them), and we worked it out. Friendly staff, even calling after hours.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Chin Ling • solo_traveller • us
6
Pros:

The bed was firm and the room was clean

Cons:

No housekeeping service.
The main light switch didn't work.
AC is blasted over the bed.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Victoria • couple • us
10
Relaxing comfortable clean
Pros:

Very clean and peaceful

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Montenegro • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Location was EXCELLENT. We walked to breakfast, lunch and dinner. It was simple and basic, but super clean. We weren't in the room much. It had all the basic needs like fridge and very comfortable beds. Nice crisp sheets and towels. Beautiful and CLEAN bathroom.

Cons:

Fridge was in the bathroom. So was the closet. It sounds weird, butvit works. We recently came back from an extended stay in Europe. This is very good by European standards. It was a bit dark in the room. With no overhead lightning, Lamps were the only light source other than ope6the shades. But that would expose you to anyone walking by.

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Marcelo • extended_group • py
10
Muy buen alojamiento
Pros:

Muy práctico para el check-in, cerca de todo.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Devai • couple • us
7
Mostly Good.
Pros:

Santa Barbara.

Cons:

There was a surly guest room inhabitant who needed to shut her yap.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Helena • couple • uy
8
Parking
Pros:

Ubicación
Parking incluido

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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juan • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Simplicity

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Leonardo • couple • br
6
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Jacqueline • couple • de
7
Gute Lage - würde ich empfehlen. Von Außen aber eher Motel-Stil.
Pros:

Es liegt am Ende der State Street, von daher ist man schon direkt auf der richtigen Straße ohne direkt im Geschehen zu stecken.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • couple • us
7
No bikes! Sad to miss these. Room was updated and nice
Pros:

Room is upgraded

Cons:

No bikes

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Richard • family_with_children • us
8
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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SOLORIO • couple • us
10
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Jon • couple • us
10
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Nelson • couple • ca
7
Pros:

Nice enough inside, spacious. Exterior needs a facelift but overall a good experience. Not really in walking distance to the brace but a few blocks away is a free golf cart shuttle up and down state street and to the beach.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Charles • solo_traveller • br
10
Pros:

Ótima opção, bem localizada, quarto e banheiro grandes. Boa cama, cobertas e travesseiros.
Estacionamento incluso de fácil acesso em frente aos quartos.
Instalações comuns boas, tem umas bicicletas disponíveis, mas um pouco sujas.
Quase em frente tem a loja da Ihop para tomar um ótimo café da manhã com preço justo (peça o menu promoções breakfast).
Valor da diária um pouco elevada, mas mesmo assim uma boa opção confiável na cidade.

Cons:

Gostamos de tudo. Poderia ter uma máquina de café free na recepção, assim como em outras redes de hotéis.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Sitara • family_with_children • us
5
Meh
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Bugs, noise from outside, not sound proof, mismatched furniture dilapidated fridge

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Sophia • solo_traveller • de
9
Sauber und zuvorkommend!
Pros:

Alles hat gepasst.

Cons:

Man könnte erwähnen dass die Hälfte der Zimmer über die Treppe erreicht werden müssen. Hatte schweres Gepäck dabei!

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Pavel • couple • us
7
The location is good, the motel is terribly old. It's very uncomfortable to live in it.
Pros:

Very successful location. Friendly girl at the reception

Cons:

Terrifyingly old motel, the smell of chlorine in the room, the sink that does not flush the water, the carpet burned with an iron. There are no cups, kettle, microwave in the rooms. There is absolutely nothing, not even paper cups! It's just a horror movie from the past.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee