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The Waterman

3-star Hotel with Snorkeling

3 stars

12 East Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

+1 805 845 1000
7.2
Good

based on 29 reviews

Fri 4/26
Sat 4/27

About The Waterman, Santa Barbara

Cleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.9
Location
8.7
Services
7.3
Staff
8.8
Value for money
6.0
The Wayfarer provides modern accommodation in Santa Barbara and is within a 20-minute walk of Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District Station. It is within a two-minute walk from Andalucia Building. Those staying at the hostel can take advantage of the relaxation amenities, which include an outdoor pool. Welcoming and professional staff are available 24 hours a day. The Wayfarer has 31 traditional rooms offering all the necessities to ensure an enjoyable stay. Guests also have access to a communal kitchen. The hostel's location allows guests to easily reach all local tourist attractions on foot. Santa Barbara Historical Museum, Brooks Institute and Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center are within a 10-minute walk and Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is 15 minutes' drive away.

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Property safety measures

Heightened sanitation

Daily cleaning, increased availability of sanitation products.

Social distancing measures

Lobbies with safe social distancing.

Streamlined check-in and check-out.

Minimal contact with hotel personnel and other guests.


The Waterman room price & deals

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Standard Rooms - Skyline view
1 queen bed

1 queen bed

KAYAK BTX

$226/night

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Double Rooms - Ocean view
2 queen beds

2 queen beds

Marriott

$346/night

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King Rooms - Courtyard view
1 king bed

1 king bed

Marriott

$444/night

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Queen Rooms - Harbor view
1 queen bed

1 queen bed

Agoda.com

$454/night

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Other Rooms - Mountain view
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$362/night

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Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Snorkeling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Internet

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Beach access
  • Bicycle rental
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Evening entertainment
  • Cooking classes
  • Horse riding
  • Bowling
  • Table tennis
  • Windsurfing

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

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

General

  • Seating area
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Mountain view
  • City view
  • Pool view
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Books
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Services and conveniences

  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen/Kitchenette
  • Ice maker

Bedroom

  • Fold-up bed
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Dining

  • Grocery deliveries
  • Snack bar
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Outdoor furniture

Pool

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Laundry

  • Laundry service

Workspace

  • Desk

The Waterman Reviews

7.2
GoodBased on 29 verified guest reviews
8.0Friends
7.8Families
6.6Couples
8.5Solo

Pros +
  • Great place with a great personal. (in 96 reviews)
  • Very clean and very friendly staff! (in 86 reviews)
  • Friendly staff (in 83 reviews)
Cons -
  • 10x10 room with a tiny bathroom. (in 22 reviews)
  • The bed was like a cloud. (in 15 reviews)
  • Lack of comminty area for meeting people (in 5 reviews)


The Waterman room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How does The Waterman compare to other 3 star hotels in Santa Barbara?

    The Waterman is typically below the average price of 3 star hotels in Santa Barbara. On average, you can expect to pay $332 per night in Santa Barbara. The Waterman typically costs $319 per night, which is $13 cheaper than the Santa Barbara average.

  • How far is The Waterman from Santa Barbara?

    The drive from Santa Barbara to The Waterman will take you about 25min depending on traffic, with a distance of 8.5 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 The Waterman from Santa Barbara?

    With parking available at The Waterman, you could always rent a car for as low as $22/day and park it at the hotel. This would give you freedom while visiting Santa Barbara. Another more common option is to just take a taxi or rideshare service from the airport to The Waterman. The nearest airport to the hotel is Santa Barbara.

  • Is The Waterman pet-friendly?

    The Waterman welcomes pets at their venue.

  • Are there food options at The Waterman?

    A popular option for many The Waterman guests is to visit the bar and see if they serve food as well as drinks.

  • Does The Waterman have a pool?

    Yes, The Waterman 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 The Waterman to Santa Barbara city center?

    Getting to Santa Barbara city center should be easy enough, as it is just 0.7 mi away from The Waterman. In Santa Barbara city center you will find Lobero Theater, along with many other popular sights and things to do.

  • What is the phone number for The Waterman?

    For assistance from an employee at The Waterman please call +1 805 845 1000.

  • Does The Waterman have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, The Waterman has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for The Waterman?

    For The Waterman, the required check-out time is 11:00 AM. Check-in may be available from 4:00 PM. Any special requests should be made with the concierge.

  • How much is a room at The Waterman?

    The cheapest deals found start from only $256 per night. The average rate for rooms at The Waterman is currently around $448/night. Enter your dates in the form above to see more.

  • Is there laundry service in The Waterman?

    Yes, there is. Reach out to The Waterman, Santa Barbara for more details on all available laundry services.

  • What is the distance from The Waterman, Santa Barbara to Santa Barbara County Courthouse?

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Places of interest near The Waterman

Attractions in Santa Barbara, California curated by momondo

The Waterman location: 12 East Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Top landmarks

West Beach0.3 mi
Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara0.5 mi
Presidio of Santa Barbara0.6 mi
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum0.8 mi
Santa Barbara Museum of Art0.9 mi
Leadbetter Beach1.0 mi

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Silvers Omakase0.0 mi
Enterprise Fish Co. - Santa Barbara0.1 mi
Nuance0.1 mi
Dawn Patrol0.1 mi
Shalhoob Meat Co.0.1 mi
Santa Barbara Roasting Company0.1 mi
Mex (the)0.1 mi
Seven Bar & Kitchen0.1 mi
Loquita0.1 mi

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