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Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Property class: 2.5
Motel near Santa Barbara Harbor in Santa Barbara

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden flooring, and a dining area with orange chairs and a table.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with a view of palm trees and a balcony.
A building entrance with a set of stairs leading up to a door marked with the number 128.
A lobby with a wooden floor, two patterned armchairs, a small table, and a wall with three framed pictures.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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128 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe King)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a door leading to another room.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe King)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(87 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a mini-fridge, and a bathroom with a shower and toilet.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)

A hotel room with a large bed, a television mounted on the wall, a small desk with a chair, and a view of the outside through a window.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(111 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe Double Queen)

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of palm trees.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe Double Queen)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(58 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Deluxe Double Queen with Balcony)

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of palm trees.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Deluxe Double Queen with Balcony)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of palm trees.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a mini-fridge, and a desk with a lamp.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Triple Queen)

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Triple Queen)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of palm trees through the window.

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this Santa Barbara Beach motel, you'll find Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf. Carriage and Western Art Museum and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • West Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Leadbetter Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 10 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dune Coffee Roasters - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Wildcat Lounge - ‬16 min walk
  • Joe's Cafe
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Institution Ale Company - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Motel near Santa Barbara Harbor in Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Avania Inn of Santa Barbara. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Santa Barbara motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 47 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara offers 47 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Microwaves and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Travel crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (40 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (33 inches high)
  • Handrails in hallways (37 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (37 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 18 children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 18 children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using exisiting bedding.

Property is also known as

Avania
Avania Ascend Collection
Avania Inn Ascend Hotel Collection
Avania Inn Santa Barbara Ascend Hotel Collection
Avania Santa Barbara
Avania Santa Barbara Ascend Collection
Avania Inn Santa Barbara
Avania Inn
Avania Inn Of Santa Barbara Hotel Santa Barbara
Avania Hotel Santa Barbara
Country Inn Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara Motel
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara Motel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

How close is Avania Inn of Santa Barbara to the airport?

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara is 10.2 mi (14-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 Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

As of Aug 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara on Aug 30, 2026 start from CA $198, 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 Avania Inn of Santa Barbara have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara.

How close is Avania Inn of Santa Barbara to the beach?

This motel is a short 5-minute walk from West Beach and 11-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Avania Inn of Santa Barbara offer free breakfast?

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Avania Inn of Santa Barbara have a pool?

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara features an outdoor pool.

Does Avania Inn of Santa Barbara have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Avania Inn of Santa Barbara to downtown Santa Barbara?

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara is 1.1 mi away from Santa Barbara.

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1547 out of 2410 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 549 out of 2410 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 201 out of 2410 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 2410 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 2410 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice, clean room close to a lot of restaurants, wine bars, and the wharf.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nuria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay and ate planning our next trip to stay there!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and comfortable room
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nicely updated room, good continental breakfast, very friendly and helpful staff, we will stay again when in Santa Barbara
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great value. Quiet, clean, spacious rooms, staff excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful, the location was convenient to restaurants and walking into town. The room was comfortable andcI would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff clean rooms and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice hotel. Stay was comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

yev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, kind staff, walkable
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place for stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Xiaoming

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CUILI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, convenient parking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second time staying here. The staff is very friendly and helpful and the rooms have been clean. Plus it’s in a great location. Walkable to restaurants and the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean but the hotel is a little outdated, staff was excellent and the morning spread as very fresh and delicious
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed here several times and I'm never sad with my decision to come back..I love this place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I travel alone often and this place is very friendly and feels quite safe for a single female traveller. Clean rooms and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Patrick J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The jacuzzi was out of order, but everything else was very good. A very convenient location for walks to the harbor and accompanying restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Magen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and great location from downtown! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Syed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jiachang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026