Santa Barbara Inn

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Santa Barbara Harbor

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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view
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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • Place, East Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cabrillo Pavillion
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(85 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Studio, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 79 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa)

  • Ocean view
  • 104 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Studio)

  • Ocean view
  • 71 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite)

  • Ocean view
  • 71 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

  • Park view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queens, Park & Partial Ocean view

  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Beach stay.At this Santa Barbara Beach hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Chase Palm Park and East Beach. Cabrillo Pavillion and Santa Barbara Zoo are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • East Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cabrillo Pavillion - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 9 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
  • ‪Santa Barbara Shellfish Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ospi Montecito - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪El Sitio - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Santa Barbara Inn

4-star hotel near Santa Barbara Harbor
Santa Barbara Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at Santa Barbara Inn. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Santa Barbara Inn offers 70 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 28 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 28.00 per night (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Guests using the pullout sofa in the Studio, Ocean View room will incur a per night surcharge.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Inn Hotel
Santa Barbara Inn Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Inn Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

How close is Santa Barbara Inn to the airport?

Santa Barbara Inn is 11.7 mi (17-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Santa Barbara Inn?

As of Jun 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Santa Barbara Inn on Jun 7, 2026 start from CA $370, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Santa Barbara Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Santa Barbara Inn.

How close is Santa Barbara Inn to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from East Beach and 2.9 mi (9-min drive) from Butterfly Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Santa Barbara Inn offer free breakfast?

Santa Barbara Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Santa Barbara Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Santa Barbara Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Santa Barbara Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 28.00 per night.

Does Santa Barbara Inn have a pool?

Santa Barbara Inn features an outdoor pool.

Does Santa Barbara Inn have a restaurant?

Santa Barbara Inn is home to Convivo, which features Italian cuisine and ocean views.

Does Santa Barbara Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Santa Barbara Inn to downtown Santa Barbara?

Santa Barbara Inn is 1.8 mi away from Santa Barbara.

Santa Barbara Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 789 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 146 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1008 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and excellent value.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Everything was great including the staff. We especially loved the restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

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Great room, great location, loved this spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room nice staff great position on the beach nice food and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, with awesome staff. The views were incredible.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, pleasant stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful inn excellent location great service will absolutely return
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and beautiful rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect hotel!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, great views , and lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ilya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay, the room was nice, clean and super comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, great view and excellent staff. Room was exceptional! We ate at the restaurant at the hotel, and the food was delicious!
Clean and very comfy!
Room with a wonderful view including gorgeous sunsets!
Beautiful and Historic
Beautiful Lobby
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

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The rooms are clean, big and quiet. The staff is helpful and nice and the restaurant is fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I liked the location rooms were perfect confy size
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful location, spacious rooms, excellent restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay. Clean, quiet, friendly staff and great weather. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every part of this hotel stay was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, incredible views, and stellar service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Juli

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
End to end outstanding experience. Beautiful property, ideal location, INCREDIBLE food, and delightfully comfy room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great communication from staff, all our needs were met.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and helpful. Easy access to beach and town. Clean rooms!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The ocean, the rooms were spectacular, clean, and comfortable beds. The staff were accommodating, attentive, and so very helpful with recommendations. The food on the premises was tasty and delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

All around excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a real hotel, with all services one expects from a hotel. It is not one of the many motel/hotels one finds along the beach. Rooms are large and comfortable, and the entire property is in first class condition. Be sure to try the restaurant-great dining.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026