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Hotel Santa Barbara

3-star Hotel with Fitness center

3 stars

533 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

+1 805 957 9300
8.4
Very good

based on 1,461 reviews

$198
Rate

per night

Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Queen room
$198
Standard room
$218
King room
$241
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About Hotel Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara

Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.5
Services
8.2
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.1
Hotel Santa Barbara offers historic accommodation in Santa Barbara and is within a 20-minute walk of Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District Station. It is also a short stroll from Andalucia Building and Brooks Institute, and is close to many of the area's popular attractions. A variety of personalized services are available for guests of Hotel Santa Barbara, like valet parking and a concierge. The front desk operates 24/7 and the friendly staff can recommend sights to visit and provide other tourist information. Rooms at Hotel Santa Barbara are comfortable and provide a refrigerator. Those staying at Santa Barbara Hotel can enjoy the on-site bar, conveniently based for a drink. A variety of cafés and restaurants are also found in the area. After settling in to their room, guests can discover the local area with use of Santa Barbara Amtrak Station, which is within a 10-minute walk of the hotel. Janssens-Orella-Birk Building and Presidio State Historic Park are a short stroll away.

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Hotel Santa Barbara room price & deals

Mon 7/21
Tue 7/22
Deluxe room
1 queen bed
$309
bed type unknown
$315
bed type unknown
$338
Queen room
bed type unknown
$198
bed type unknown
$204
bed type unknown
$224
Premier room
bed type unknown
$296
bed type unknown
$307
bed type unknown
$309
Double room
bed type unknown
$269
bed type unknown
$585
Standard room
bed type unknown
$218
bed type unknown
$234
1 queen bed
$307
King room
bed type unknown
$241
bed type unknown
$324
bed type unknown
$331
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Fitness center
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Basics

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

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Elevator
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Adapted bath
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Bottle of water
  • 24hr front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • Streaming service
  • TV

General

  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Dining

  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Valet parking
  • Private parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Cycling

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Hotel Santa Barbara Reviews

8.4
Very goodBased on 1,461 verified guest reviews
Pros +
  • Entertainment & restaurants are fabulous! (in 50 reviews)
  • "Excellent hotel, very relaxing and quiet rooms despite location in the heart of downtown." (in 8 reviews)
  • Hotel is in the best restaurant/bar area! (in 98 reviews)
Cons -
  • Front desk could have been friendlier (in 11 reviews)
  • elevator not working was very disappointing. (in 59 reviews)
  • Our room was very small and outdated. (in 24 reviews)

Hotel Santa Barbara room booking info

Value for money

8.1

Location rating

9.5

Distance to city center

0.4 mi

Nearest Airport

Santa Barbara

Distance to airport

8.3 mi

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 Santa Barbara compare to other 3 star hotels in Santa Barbara?

    In Santa Barbara, 3 star hotels have average nightly rates of $390. Hotel Santa Barbara is $58 cheaper than the city average at just $332/night.

  • How far is Hotel Santa Barbara from Santa Barbara?

    The drive from Santa Barbara to Hotel Santa Barbara will take you about 24min depending on traffic, with a distance of 8.3 mi. Hotels located in more populated areas may see vastly more traffic which will add to your travel time.

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

    Hotel Santa Barbara 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 $32/day. Another more common option is to just take a taxi or rideshare service from the airport to Hotel Santa Barbara. The nearest airport to the hotel is Santa Barbara.

  • Is Hotel Santa Barbara pet-friendly?

    Pets are allowed at Hotel Santa Barbara.

  • Are there food options at Hotel Santa Barbara?

    If you are staying at Hotel Santa Barbara, you are more than welcome to order food through the hotel’s room service menu.

  • Does Hotel Santa Barbara have a pool?

    Unfortunately, our data does not specify if there is a pool at Hotel Santa Barbara. We would recommend calling the hotel’s front desk to confirm. The phone number for Hotel Santa Barbara is +1 805 957 9300.

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

    Hotel Santa Barbara is 0.4 mi away from the city center of Santa Barbara, where you can find interesting sights such as The Granada Theatre.

  • What is the phone number for Hotel Santa Barbara?

    You can reach the main line at +1 805 957 9300.

  • Does Hotel Santa Barbara have Wi-Fi available?

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

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

    Hotel Santa Barbara does have a gym on-site that is available to hotel guests. Some hotel gyms may not have 24-hour access, so it is best to ask a front desk clerk for fitness center hours.

  • What time is check-out for Hotel Santa Barbara?

    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 Santa Barbara?

    Guests can currently expect to pay $439 on average for a night at Hotel Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara. Enter your desired travel dates in the form above to find deals starting at $270 per night.

  • Is there laundry service in Hotel Santa Barbara?

    The accommodation features laundry services for all guests. You can leave your travel iron at home and use the irons provided at the accommodation.

  • What is the distance from Hotel Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara to Santa Barbara Maritime Museum?

    Santa Barbara Maritime Museum is a great place to see when visiting Santa Barbara. It is only 1.0 mi away from Hotel Santa Barbara.

  • Is The Arlington Theatre, Santa Barbara close to Hotel Santa Barbara?

    The Arlington Theatre in Santa Barbara is very close to your stay at Hotel Santa Barbara - only 0.8 mi of traveling.

  • How many operators does momondo search for hotels in Santa Barbara?

    There are 1,110 operators available for hotels in Santa Barbara as of July 2025.

  • When did momondo last update prices for hotels in Santa Barbara?

    Prices for hotels in Santa Barbara are updated daily.

Places of interest near Hotel Santa Barbara

Attractions in Santa Barbara, California curated by momondo

Hotel Santa Barbara location: 533 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Top landmarks

Andalucia Building0.2 mi
Santa Barbara Historical Museum0.3 mi
Presidio State Historic Park0.4 mi
Janssens-Orella-Birk Building0.5 mi
Santa Barbara Museum of Art0.6 mi
West Beach0.6 mi

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