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Santa Barbara Inn

4.0 star property
Hotel near Santa Barbara Zoo in Santa Barbara

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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view
Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite) | Terrace/patio
Front of property
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

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901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

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

  • 450 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | View from room

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • 635 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa)

  • 1120 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Partial Ocean View | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

  • 850 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, Partial Ocean View

Studio, Partial Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Studio, Partial Ocean View

  • 624 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Park View | Park view

Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

  • 450 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite)

Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite) | Living room | Flat-screen TV

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

  • 764 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Studio) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

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

  • 764 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

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 Andree Clark Bird Refuge are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Shellfish Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪East Beach Tacos - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Moby Dick Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Habit Burger & Grill - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Santa Barbara Inn

Hotel near Santa Barbara Zoo in Santa Barbara
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 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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 27 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

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 27.00 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
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 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 (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 Santa Barbara Inn?

As of Apr 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Santa Barbara Inn on Apr 30, 2025 start from $399.0, 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 2-minute walk from East Beach and 2 mi (12-min drive) from Leadbetter 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 27.00 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. 768 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1004 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Gurinder

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alina

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim Ellenros

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Katherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Santa Barbara style hotel across from the beach. Staff was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about the Santa Barbara Inn - the property, our room, the location, and especially the staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

TIFFANY

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeroslyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved my stay

Beautiful hotel overlooking the Pacific. Staff is very friendly and great location near all of the restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place would be 5 stars if they had coffee makers in the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Stay was good, the only limitation was not having even a Microwave oven. So getting warm water or simple heating of food especially given Winter was a limitation. But for that, other aspects wee good!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Joelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large rooms, with double sink in bathroom. Service is friendly and efficient. Cosy bar area. Hotel is right across from the beach and within an easy walk to the Funk Zone and shops and restaurants on State St. We’ve stayed at this hotel the last four years at Christmas. A good find.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

JAYANTHI, CUPERTINO

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A bit dated property but great location. Restaurant is good and super crowded at all times.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annamarie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice! Centrally located
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and property. Short walking distance to the beach. We had a balcony ocean front room which unfortunately was right above the restaurant so the noise was a little excessive but otherwise we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and the ease of everything. Staff was incredible and we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024