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Hotel Californian

5-star Hotel with Outdoor pool

5 stars

36 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

+1 805 882 0100
8.4
Very good

based on 254 reviews

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Fri 5/3

About Hotel Californian, Santa Barbara

Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.4
Services
8.6
Staff
8.1
Value for money
7.0
Situated under a 20-minute walk from Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District Station, Hotel Californian provides guests with a convenient base while in Santa Barbara. It is also found just moments from Andalucia Building. There are a variety of amenities on offer to those staying at the hotel, such as free Wi-Fi, valet parking and an outdoor pool. Staff are available 24/7 and can help with booking tours and tickets. A well-equipped gym is also available. Hotel Californian has 117 rooms that are filled with all the necessities to ensure an enjoyable stay. After settling in to their room, guests can discover the area with use of Santa Barbara Amtrak Station, which is minutes from the hotel. Hotel Californian's in-house eatery is a hassle-free option for those wanting to dine in. The hotel is ideally situated for discovering the city, with Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and Brooks Institute a short stroll away. It is only two minute's walk from Stearns Wharf.

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Deluxe Rooms - Harbor view
Booking.com

$1,048/night

$1,048 totalBooking.com
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Standard Rooms - POOL view
1 king bed

1 king bed

Priceline

$679/night

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Superior Rooms - Mountain view
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$1,034/night

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Luxury Rooms - Mountain view
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$1,121/night

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Double Rooms - Sea view
Booking.com

$1,256/night

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King Rooms - POOL view
1 king bed

1 king bed

Agoda.com

$878/night

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Queen Rooms - River view
1 queen bed

1 queen bed

Expedia

$679/night

$679 totalExpedia
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Other Rooms - Sea view
2 queen beds

2 queen beds

Preferred Hotels

$802/night

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Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Beachfront
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking
  • Shuttle service (free)

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Hypoallergenic
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Adapted bath
  • Allergy-free room
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining table

General

  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Storage available
  • Beachfront
  • Fireplace
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Bicycle rental
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Evening entertainment
  • Beauty salon
  • Windsurfing
  • Hiking

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Rooftop pool
  • Massage
  • Sauna

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Additional toilet
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (free)
  • EV charging station
  • Valet parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Pants press
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Streaming service
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Hotel Californian Reviews

8.4
Very goodBased on 254 verified guest reviews
7.8Friends
6.9Solo
8.2Families
8.6Couples

Pros +
  • Gorgeous hotel in excellent location. (in 46 reviews)
  • Gorgeous hotel in excellent location. (in 24 reviews)
  • This hotel is beautifully decorated. (in 22 reviews)
Cons -
  • Front desk staff not great. (in 4 reviews)
  • But I was charged a pet fee? (in 3 reviews)
  • A bathtub would have been good in a five star hotel room. (in 2 reviews)


Hotel Californian room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How does Hotel Californian compare to other 5 star hotels in Santa Barbara?

    In Santa Barbara, 5 star hotels have average nightly rates of $1,458. Hotel Californian is $796 cheaper than the city average at just $662/night.

  • How far is Hotel Californian from Santa Barbara?

    Hotel Californian is 8.7 mi away from Santa Barbara. You can typically expect your drive time from Hotel Californian to Santa Barbara to be 26min. It might be worth looking up traffic trends near your hotel if you are worried about saving time.

  • What is the best way to get to Hotel Californian from Santa Barbara?

    Hotel Californian has parking available on site for customers of the hotel. With that in mind, the most efficient way to not only get from Santa Barbara to the hotel, but also around Santa Barbara during your stay may be renting a car. Car rentals in Santa Barbara are on average $25/day. A very popular option for travelers staying at Hotel Californian would be to take a taxi or ridesharing service from Santa Barbara directly to the hotel.

  • Is Hotel Californian pet-friendly?

    Yes, dogs and pets are welcome at Hotel Californian.

  • Are there food options at Hotel Californian?

    Hotel Californian does have a restaurant on site that guests and non-guests can use. Ask the front desk for kitchen hours or call Hotel Californian at +1 805 882 0100. One of the easiest dining options for Santa Barbara guests staying in Hotel Californian is to get room service, which is available to all hotel guests.

  • Does Hotel Californian have a pool?

    Yes, Hotel Californian has a pool that customers can use. Typically, hotel pools have restrictions based on the time of day so be sure to speak to the front desk before using the pool.

  • How close is Hotel Californian to Santa Barbara city center?

    0.9 mi separate the front steps of Hotel Californian and the city center of Santa Barbara where you can keep busy with restaurants, shopping and of course Lobero Theater, a very popular landmark in Santa Barbara.

  • What is the phone number for Hotel Californian?

    For questions regarding the hotel or your stay at Hotel Californian, call +1 805 882 0100.

  • Does Hotel Californian have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Hotel Californian has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • Is there a gym or fitness center available to guests at Hotel Californian?

    There is a hotel gym accessible to guests staying at Hotel Californian. Most hotel gyms are not 24-hours, so be sure to ask the front desk for gym hours and availability.

  • What time is check-out for Hotel Californian?

    You can plan to arrive after 4:00 PM for checking in. Check-out time is 12:00 PM. We advise notifying the front desk of any requests as early as possible.

  • How much is a room at Hotel Californian?

    The cheapest deals found start from only $537 per night. The average rate for rooms at Hotel Californian is currently around $880/night. Enter your dates in the form above to see more.

  • Is there laundry service in Hotel Californian?

    Yes, you can take care of all your laundry needs with the on-premise services at Hotel Californian, Santa Barbara. Guests can also take advantage of irons and ironing boards at the property either in the room or at the laundry facility.

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Hotel Californian location: 36 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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