Villa Rosa Inn

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

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Exterior
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Point of interest
Lobby sitting area
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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15 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

1K

7.2 out of 10
Good
(42 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

2Q

7.2 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Studio Apartment King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

One bedroom Apartment King Queen

  • Partial ocean view
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

One bedroom Apartment King Twin

  • Partial ocean view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

King Studio Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

King Twin Studio Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Two Bedroom King + 2 Queen

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Queen Twin Loft Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

One Bedroom Apartment King Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

King Twin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

King Spa

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Oceanside stay.With a stay at this Santa Barbara Beach hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and 2 miles (3 km) of Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Santa Barbara Zoo and Cabrillo Bike Path are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • West Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 6 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rudy's Mexican Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rodeo Room - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Villa Rosa Inn

3-star hotel near MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
Villa Rosa Inn offers its guests a marina, an outdoor pool, and complimentary bicycles. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at Villa Rosa Inn. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Villa Rosa Inn offers 18 accommodations with bathrobes and complimentary toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

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
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 0-inch TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

The property charges USD 28.50 for credit card payments

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 40.0 per night.

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 40.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 28.50

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, 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
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Villa Rosa Inn to the airport?

Villa Rosa Inn is 10.6 mi (13-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 Villa Rosa Inn?

As of May 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Rosa Inn on May 25, 2026 start from CA $147, 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 Villa Rosa Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Villa Rosa Inn.

How close is Villa Rosa Inn to the beach?

This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from West Beach and 13-minute walk from East Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Villa Rosa Inn offer free breakfast?

Villa Rosa Inn offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Villa Rosa Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Villa Rosa Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Villa Rosa Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Villa Rosa Inn have a pool?

Villa Rosa Inn features an outdoor pool.

Does Villa Rosa Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Villa Rosa Inn to downtown Santa Barbara?

Villa Rosa Inn is 1.1 mi away from Santa Barbara.

Villa Rosa Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 394 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 147 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 122 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 124 out of 1019 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Byron

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Estefania

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed in a room for 4–6 people and overall it was a great option for a group. The room was spacious, had a partial ocean view, a full kitchen, easy check-in, and the location was very convenient and close to everything. One downside was the hidden fees. The price shown is not the final price, and although the total was still affordable, you don’t know the final amount until after checkout when they bill you, which we didn’t love. As you can see in the pictures, this is not a 5-star hotel. The furniture and fixtures aren’t new, but they were nice enough, well organized, clean, and comfortable for a group stay. We didn’t use the other amenities or go to breakfast, but the breakfast area (like the waffle makers) looked old and didn’t seem very hygienic. The interior of the hotel feels a bit like an antique store, so keep in mind it’s not going to feel modern or spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Iliana

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute and quaint stay. The hotel has a lot of character and charm.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

marianne

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Silvia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Main receptionist, Liz, was very nice but there should have been another person. Long line to check in. Bed was comfortable but the place needs “major renovation”. There was no heating in the room when we arrived; furniture seemed bought at sasale. Sale.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

CLIFFORD

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Peter Vincent

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful place, great value for the money, close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very comfortable room. reception area was empty upon arrival. had to wait for someone to get there to check in
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Staff & service
The Villa Rosa Inn canceled my reservation because they said the price I got it at was too low (as if that were my fault) and that they were trying to update their Expedia account to increase the price for one night. Can you imagine the mess if all hotels acted this way whenever we booked a room at a good discount that the hotel itself advertised? Just insane.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

george

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
they charge a property fee which is not disclosed in the reservation. They also did not have our room ready when we arrived after 5:00PM. The room was cold and uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Luz Stella

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Liliana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a dream. The frontbdesk person went out of her way to make us feel welcomed. Im coming back here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric, chatsworth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Eleanor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was located in a great place but that’s the best part of this review. Unfortunately, when we arrived at 3pm (as directed) the hotel was under staff with only one person and a line ten groups deep. Rooms were not ready and not enough staff to service the line of guests. The reception area was cluttered with so much random stuff that there wasn’t much seating or standing area. There was an aquarium with dead fish and a lot eclectic furniture. The interior is dark and dingy with reflections of the haunted mansion. The staffing did their best to check everyone in, be we didn’t get our room till 6:30pm. The room was clean but not really comfortable. There so much that needs be updated just to bring the hotel into the 2000s. I couldn’t recommend this unless you are in a pinch. It was definitely a disappointment.
Tight hallways with too much furniture.
Weird,
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Eleanor

We weren’t able to check in until 6:30. The room wasn’t available and the poor staff was unsupported. There was only one person available to check everyone in at 3pm when we were told to come. There was a line 10 people deep. The hotel has the most eclectic and weirdest interiors. There isn’t enough parking for guests, and rental bikes as listed in on site. Have low expectations and it’s a place to lay your head, then you’re fine. The location is great but I can’t say much more.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Grace

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
The hotel is great unique and with an antique Spanish flair however they could probably think about better use of space because it’s too cluttered. The rooms are clean it’s just that the sheets are a bit smelly and scratchy. Parking is limited too but considering the area it is a good option.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Petr

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad service (no receptionist for hours during work hours), bad rooms (no heating in December). Avoid!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025