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Inn on Summer Hill

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free parking at this 3-star Santa Barbara guest house

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Check-in/check-out kiosk
Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden View
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Front of property
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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2520 Lillie Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA, 93067
  • Place, Lookout Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Summerland Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden View

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Ground Floor

Comfort Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible, Patio

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible, Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Close to the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Santa Barbara guesthouse, you'll find Summerland Beach and Lookout Park. Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club and Miramar Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lookout Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Summerland Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 5 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 10 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 11 min drive - 14.7 km

Getting around

  • Carpinteria Station - 11 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Blenders in the Grass - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Red Kettle Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Luxxe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪AMA Sushi - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Inn on Summer Hill

Enjoy the free parking at this 3-star Santa Barbara guest house
Inn on Summer Hill offers its guests spa services, a terrace, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Santa Barbara guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1989
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Inn on Summer Hill offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and complimentary bottled water. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 1-inch smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
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.
  • Rollaway/extra 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 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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the guesthouse before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Inn Summer Hill
Inn on Summer Hill Guesthouse
Inn on Summer Hill Santa Barbara
Inn on Summer Hill Guesthouse Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

How close is Inn on Summer Hill to the airport?

Inn on Summer Hill is 16.3 mi (22-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 Inn on Summer Hill?

As of Apr 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn on Summer Hill on May 7, 2026 start from CA $286, 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 Inn on Summer Hill have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Inn on Summer Hill.

How close is Inn on Summer Hill to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 14-minute walk from Summerland Beach and 2.6 mi (9-min drive) from Miramar Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Inn on Summer Hill offer free breakfast?

Inn on Summer Hill does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Inn on Summer Hill?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Inn on Summer Hill?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Inn on Summer Hill?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Inn on Summer Hill have a pool?

Inn on Summer Hill does not have a pool.

Does Inn on Summer Hill have a spa?

This guesthouse doesn't have a spa, but it does offer prenatal massages.

How close is Inn on Summer Hill to downtown Santa Barbara?

Inn on Summer Hill is 6.3 mi away from Santa Barbara.

Inn on Summer Hill Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 224 out of 355 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 355 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 355 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 355 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 355 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Wei

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
The room smell like a grandma’s old closet. We were changed twice more than what advised on the website, paid extra for our teenager child. No breakfast and no slipper for the cold stone floor. The parking lot was pretty empty and most rooms seemed vacant, but the staff was unwilling to change us to a different room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Stayed here years ago, just didn't seem the same. Breakfast wasn't offered daily, and wasn't what we remembered from previous visits. A touch of professionalism was lacking in staffs appearance. We probably won't stay again but we wish them the best
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

david

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, I love staying here. Staff is very kind, considerate and helpful. I will recommend this hotel to any person who wants a place to relax and enjoy a getaway weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

D Anthony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The ocean view rooms actually have full on views of the ocean. This is a very quaint and incredibly well located lodge in the area of Summerland. Management is a little bit uptight in terms of process. It could be a turn off to some people. They're not disruptive and they are not invasive. But they will hound you to death in terms of what time you're going to arrive. Also moving rooms or changing rooms with another name is overly complicated. For example a friend I was traveling with had a last-minute job which did not allow them to use their room. They simply wanted to give the room to a friend, but because the room was in their name the hotel made that much more complicated than it needed to be to switch. But I would still recommend this place to everyone. Very clean very well kept in great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was cozy with a nice bed and fireplace. The ocean view balcony is big and has a great view but the traffic on the freeway kind of spoils the experience. It’s too bad the traffic noise is so loud but the hotel is cute and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness
Poor internet reception, we didn’t have reception the first night. Basically, the room was grossly overpriced. Nice unit for $100/night.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cleanliness, attention to detail, very comfy bed. Staff was very friendly and helpful and breakfast was delicious! Loved that the chef came out to chat and check to make sure to e food was yummy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimi

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very nice and the staff that we met were very polite and friendly. We enjoyed our daily breakfast made to order but a small suggestion it would have been great to have had different option of sausage, bacon, ham each day with my omelet but overall, it was a nice addition to the start of our day. We were able enjoy the little wine and cheese tray that they put out, and we arrived back after our day out to enjoy a sweet treat. A nice little touch. I did enjoy my room, and the decor was warm and inviting. We were not able to get a massage at the Inn, but they recommended a Masseuse on State Street which was great! I would recommend the Inn to anyone wanting to stay in a quaint and warm Bed and Breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Comfortable rooms, friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Done just it should be….
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karthik

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent customer service, easy check-in/out, and great location. Ask for a room away from the street for less noise. Fine overall, but as is typical in the area, quite expensive for a somewhat standard room lacking in luxury.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl, Clovis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn at Summer Hill is a quaint little hotel with lots of charm in the city of Summerland. I stayed here while visiting my niece and I would definitely stay here again. The room was like a little cottage, and it had a patio that overlooked the ocean. The staff at the front desk was amazing and went out of their way to comp me breakfast and coffee. I felt very safe as well. The only negatives are the Road Noise and nearby train and there doesn't seem to be a daily cleaning service-if so, they missed my room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Anniversary staycation

We ended up here for a last minute staycation for our anniversary. Beautiful room, beautiful view. Friendly staff. Got upgraded to a breakfast and happy hour which you usually only get booking direct. My only complaint and it’s kind of a big one is our shower didn’t work…at all. Didn’t realize until late at night so didn’t want to bother staff. We let them know at check out and they said they would have someone look into it, but I was disappointed that there was no discount offered due to this. For almost $500 I expected to be able to take a shower. This is a lot of $$ for us and definitely a splurge, so it’s a bit disappointing. But that aside it was the perfect getaway.
View from balcony
Happy hour
Front porch
Inside room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia, Gillette

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at this lovely little inn. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and the room was full of thoughtful touches—including a sound machine, which we set to ocean waves. It completely drowned out any highway noise, making for a peaceful night’s sleep. We’ll absolutely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place staff was great will definitely stay again. Just a few minutes from Santa Barbara.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nora assisted me by phone and greeted me upon arrival - introducing herself, which was most welcoming! I arrived early and she still quickly showed me to my beautiful room overlooking the ocean. I love it! I’d seen this room on the website and admired it even then. Very happily installed here. Will visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025