Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara, 901 East Cabrillo Boulevard34.417321,-119.672223(Show on Map)

8.8

Excellent

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Summary of reviews

The Santa Barbara Inn is a luxurious and unique boutique hotel that has received high praise from guests. The property is stunning both inside and out and the attention to detail and superb service have left many guests feeling pampered. While there have been some minor issues mentioned, overall, the Santa Barbara Inn provides a lovely and luxurious experience that guests have hailed as one of the best they've experienced yet.

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Luxury

Exuding an aura of timeless elegance and coastal luxury, the Santa Barbara Inn presents a meticulously curated blend of classic sophistication and contemporary comforts. Each of its 70 beautifully appointed rooms and suites invites guests into a realm of tranquility, marked by dramatic ocean views that encapsulate the essence of coastal Santa Barbara. Striking a perfect balance between form and function, this Spanish Mediterranean boutique hotel is characterized by deep red terra cotta roofs, luminous white stucco, gracefully arched windows, and a pair of handcrafted tile domes, effectively embodying the spirit and architectural beauty of the region. With spacious rooms and suites, conference and banquet rooms for special events, and ocean-view dining that promises a gastronomical journey with every meal, the hotel ensures a comprehensive luxury experience. The inviting heated pools further add to the allure, creating idyllic settings for relaxation. Seamless access to pristine beaches allows guests to savor the coastal charm at their own pace, while complimentary Wi-Fi ensures they remain connected. At the heart of the Santa Barbara Inn experience is the dedicated staff, whose unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional hospitality underscores the hotel's status as a premier luxury destination.

Beach

Offers close-up views of the Pacific Ocean. The Mediterranean-inspired boutique inn provides a tropical yet elegant atmosphere near the beach.

Honeymoon

Offers a comfortable and romantic stay. Provides excellent service and a convenient location for exploring Santa Barbara.

Family

The Santa Barbara Inn is family friendly and provides a relaxing environment for families.

Romantic

This boutique-style hotel offers an intimate setting and oceanfront views, making it a romantic choice for couples. Its stunning location provides easy access to the beach and nearby attractions.

Pool

This inn is near the beach and offers a pool for guests to enjoy. It provides a convenient and comfortable option for travelers seeking a beachside retreat.

Heated Pool

Outdoor Pool

Parking

The hotel has parking available for guests. Situated along Cabrillo Boulevard, it offers easy access to the beach and other attractions.

EV charging stations

Accessible

This inn offers ADA-compliant suites and rooms across all three floors, featuring low-profile beds for portable hoists, grab bars, roll-in showers, fold-down shower seats, and visual doorbells/alarms. The property includes ADA-compliant parking, wheelchair lifts in the lobby, low-profile desks and seating, and chair lifts for the pool and Jacuzzi.

Gym

This hotel provides a well-equipped fitness center for guests looking to maintain their workout routine. It includes cardio machines, weights, and space for stretching.

EV charging stations

Santa Barbara Inn offers an eco-friendly charging service for electric vehicles. This service is specifically for overnight guests who choose to valet-park their vehicles in the hotel's private lot.

4 Star

Located directly across from the beach, the Santa Barbara Inn provides ocean views and a Mediterranean-style ambiance. It offers comfortable rooms and is near East Beach, making it ideal for beach lovers.

Outdoor Pool

Located directly on the Pacific Ocean, this inn features a heated outdoor pool and hot tub. The pool is open year-round for guests to enjoy.

Heated Pool

This hotel features a heated outdoor pool and hot tub located on an oceanfront terrace. The area is adorned with flickering gas lanterns and a fire pit, offering a luxurious and atmospheric setting with ocean views.

Beachfront

Room Types

Standard King RoomThis air-conditioned room offers complimentary WiFi, a bathrobe with slippers, a flat-screen TV, blackout drapery, and an in-room safe.

Standard Queen Room with Two Queen BedsThis air-conditioned room offers complimentary WiFi, a bathrobe with slippers, a flat-screen TV, blackout drapery, and an in-room safe.

King Room with Ocean ViewThis air-conditioned room offers complimentary WiFi, an ocean view, a bathrobe with slippers, a flat-screen TV, blackout drapery, and an in-room safe.

Queen Room with Two Queen BedsThis air-conditioned room offers complimentary WiFi, a bathrobe with slippers, a flat-screen TV, blackout drapery, and an in-room safe.

Deluxe King StudioThis air-conditioned suite offers a seating area, complimentary WiFi, a bathrobe with slippers, a flat-screen TV, blackout drapery, and an in-room safe.

Ground Floor King RoomThis air-conditioned room offers complimentary WiFi, a bathrobe with slippers, a flat-screen TV, blackout drapery, and an in-room safe.

Superior StudioThis air-conditioned room offers complimentary WiFi, a bathrobe with slippers, a flat-screen TV, blackout drapery, and an in-room safe.

Standard SuiteThis air-conditioned suite offers a seating area, complimentary WiFi, a bathrobe with slippers, a flat-screen TV, blackout drapery, and an in-room safe.

One Bedroom Suite with Ocean ViewThis air-conditioned room offers a seating area, an ocean view, complimentary WiFi, a bathrobe with slippers, a flat-screen TV, blackout drapery, and an in-room safe.

Anacapa King SuiteThis air-conditioned suite offers a seating area, complimentary WiFi, a bathrobe with slippers, a flat-screen TV, blackout drapery, and an in-room safe.

Penthouse King SuiteThis air-conditioned suite offers a seating area, complimentary WiFi, a bathrobe with slippers, a flat-screen TV, blackout drapery, and an in-room safe.

Parkview KingThe spacious double room features air conditioning, a dining area, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.

Guest Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Review Summaries

Location

Santa Barbara Inn is a perfect place to stay during your travels. The hotel's great location is the main attraction for many guests who loved being across the street from the perfect beach with stunning ocean views. It's only 3 kms from downtown and guests enjoy the proximity to great restaurants and the beautiful walk along the beach. The hotel is located in a gorgeous east beach area with fantastic views facing the ocean. It's in a perfect spot, directly across from the beach and on the cycle/pedestrian pathway. While some guests found the location a little too far from town, others loved the beautiful walk along the beach. Regardless, the location was ideal for most guests who appreciated the beautiful position and the easy walk to the pier. Overall, guests found the Santa Barbara Inn to be a lovely hotel conveniently located by the beach that offered clean, chic rooms with great staff.

Breakfast

The Santa Barbara Inn's onsite restaurant served breakfast with fresh ingredients and an innovative menu, prepared by excellent chefs at a reasonable price. However, some guests recommend avoiding the restaurant due to it being immensely expensive and the breakfast menu being quite limited. Others wished that a breakfast option was included with the room rate, while some appreciated the chorizo egg brunch item and found the food to be good. Although some experienced slow service, many enjoyed the breakfasts and dinners and found the restaurant to be excellent. For those who preferred other options, a great breakfast place within walking distance was also available and room service was also fast. Overall, while some improvements could be made, the breakfasts at the Santa Barbara Inn were considered very nice and not too expensive.

Dinner

Many of the guests who stayed at Santa Barbara Inn had high praise for the hotel's onsite restaurant which served lunch and dinner. They loved the innovative menu which was made with fresh ingredients. Despite some minor issues with foreign words on the menu, guests were generally very impressed with the quality of the food. The restaurant itself was described as beautiful and the service was good. While some guests did not have the best experience with dinner service, others raved about the excellent dinner and breakfast they had at the restaurant, which even offered take away options. Overall, guests enjoyed dining at Convivo, the hotel's restaurant and its location overlooking the ocean made it even more special.

Rooms

The Santa Barbara Inn boasts spacious, lovely and comfortable rooms that guests absolutely love. Many rooms offer stunning ocean views and balconies to soak in the scenery. The exquisitely maintained and well-appointed rooms feature luxurious bathrooms and showers with comfortable mattresses and pillows for a great night's sleep. The hotel's large and clean rooms are perfect for a relaxing stay with generous sizes of the room and bathroom. Upgrade to an ocean view room for a delightful stay. The property is nicely furnished and very pretty with fantastic amenities. Although some rooms face the street and highway and may be noisy, the majority of guests love the rooms and views of the ocean.

Beds

Nestled in the stunningly beautiful area of Santa Barbara lies the Santa Barbara Inn. The hotel offers spacious rooms with fantastically comfortable beds that will have you drifting off into a peaceful slumber. Guests have raved about the bed comfort with some describing the beds as amazing and others labeling them as super comfy. Whether you prefer a firm or soft mattress, the Santa Barbara Inn will accommodate your sleeping preference. Some guests suggested an alternative pillow, but overall the mattress and pillows were exceptionally comfortable. The hotel's convenient location is also a plus with easy access to great dining options and attractions in the area. Whether you're on a romantic getaway or a family vacation, the Santa Barbara Inn is the perfect place to rest and rejuvenate in the comfort of a cozy bed.

Cleanliness

The Santa Barbara Inn is a beautifully maintained and spotless hotel located in a prime location. Guests have been raving about the overall cleanliness of the facility, especially the rooms which were extremely clean and comfortable. The staff went above and beyond, being extraordinary helpful and kind towards each guest. The hotel has recently undergone updates which have left the rooms fresh and contemporary. The bathroom was good with soft, clean towels and the sheets themselves were also soft and clean. Guests appreciated the tasteful and stylish decor throughout the hotel. Although some guests thought the hotel was too pricey, they admitted it was a gorgeous and well-maintained place for a restful stay with no complaints about cleanliness. Overall, the Santa Barbara Inn is a good, clean and painless choice for anyone looking for a nice and clean place to stay in Santa Barbara.

Staff

Santa Barbara Inn is a stunning property that offers top-notch amenities and exceptional service to its guests. The staff members are the highlight of the hotel with many visitors praising their friendly and helpful nature. The valet attendants, restaurant staff and front desk personnel all receive high marks for their excellent service. Guests commend the staff for going above and beyond their duty with some describing the service as extraordinary. While a few negative comments exist about unprofessional or unfriendly front desk staff, most guests had only positive things to say about the staff. They noted that the staff was attentive, quick, kind and accommodating, making their stay as enjoyable as possible. Overall, the warm and welcoming demeanor of the Santa Barbara Inn staff adds to the hotel's charm and makes it a perfect place for a relaxing and memorable stay.

Pool

Guests of the Santa Barbara Inn rave about the great amenities, including the heated outdoor pool and jacuzzi. However, some have noted that events like weddings can sometimes encroach on the comfortable use of these facilities. Though some guests did not use the pool, those who did enjoyed its convenient location right next to the bar. The only downside mentioned was that the pool closes a bit early and there is no service offered. Despite this, many guests enjoyed the pool, which was heated and even had a chilly temperature for swimming. The only real complaint was that the pool area felt a bit cramped and there wasn't much room to relax. Overall, guests seem to be pleased with the pool amenities offered by the Santa Barbara Inn.

Beach

The Santa Barbara Inn is a beach lover's dream! Located right across the street from the stunning beach, guests are treated to a perfect location with lovely views of the ocean. The hotel is within walking distance to the beach, making it a beautiful location to explore the area. Many guests rave about the balcony overlooking the ocean, which provides an even better view of the beach. Plus, the location is fantastic and conveniently close to downtown while being right across the street from the beach. It's no wonder guests describe the hotel as a beautiful beachfront property in a superb location. With nice and clean rooms and great staff, this smaller hotel is perfect for those who want to be conveniently located by the beach. Overall, if you are looking for a hotel located directly across from the beach with easy access to the waterfront, the Santa Barbara Inn is an ideal choice.

Parking

The Santa Barbara Inn offers valet car service and Valley Parking Employees, which guests rave about. However, some reviewers have noted that the hotel charges for parking and that prices for rooms are often overpriced with views that overlook the parking lot. Despite this, Bellmen & Valet Car Parking are noted to be fantastic. Guests have suggested that the hotel also offer self-parking as an option. Additionally, while some rooms have limited views of the mountains or lack ocean views, guests have been impressed by the service provided by GPS and the friendly staff.

Luxury

Welcome to the luxurious Santa Barbara Inn, where guests have hailed their stay as one of the best they've experienced yet. The hotel stands out for having its own unique personality, making it unlike other chain hotels. The awe-inspiring beauty of the property is undeniable, from its magnificent exterior to its stunning rooms within. Many guests have praised the quality of the boutique hotel, highlighting the superb service and attention to detail that they received during their stay. While some have mentioned minor issues like the quality of the towels, overall, the Santa Barbara Inn provides a lovely and luxurious experience that will leave any guest feeling pampered and satisfied.

FAQ

Yes, Santa Barbara Inn has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Outdoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Santa Barbara Inn.

No, Santa Barbara Inn doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Santa Barbara Inn.

Yes, Santa Barbara Inn has a gym.

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