Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St corner of State and Cota Streets, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-1601
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#22 of 56 hotels in Santa Barbara
Location
4.7
Cleanliness
4.4
Service
4.4
Value
3.9
Welcome to Hotel Santa Barbara, where the atmosphere is alive and the options are endless. Be our guest and discover the personal service and incomparable downtown location that is Hotel Santa Barbara. Experience world-class shopping, fine dining, theaters, galleries, entertainment, great beaches, and so much more...all within walking distance of our front doors. Downtown Santa Barbara beckons from this beautifully restored Spanish/Mediterranean-style hotel mingling historic charm and contemporary comfort. Valet Parking (overnight fee)
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Property amenities
Paid private parking on-site
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Vending machine
Hiking
Bicycle tours
Kids stay free
Children's television networks
Conference facilities
Secured parking
Wifi
Evening entertainment
Nightclub / DJ
Meeting rooms
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Shops
ATM on site
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
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Room features
Allergy-free room
Blackout curtains
Air conditioning
Desk
Housekeeping
Coffee / tea maker
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Bathrobes
Safe
Sofa
Telephone
Wardrobe / closet
Bottled water
Clothes rack
Iron
Tile / marble floor
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Refrigerator
Radio
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Room types
City view
Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
HOTEL STYLE
Centrally Located
City View
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
Location
100Great for walkers
Grade: 100 out of 100
94Restaurantswithin 0.3 miles
46Attractionswithin 0.3 miles
533 State St corner of State and Cota Streets, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-1601
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Santa Barbara Station7 min
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I can’t recommend this hotel enough! My family and I stayed here for my wedding and they made everything great. The staff was greatly accommodating, the rooms were so cozy and customer service was 20/10! They even price-matched all my guests
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip: If you are getting married in Santa Barbara this is the place to stay. Don’t doubt about it
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Ok, so we stayed here before and we knew the rooms were small but we are now in the smallest hotel room I have ever stayed in. We will not be coming back here. I think we paid somewhere in the $300 per night range. This room is awful! Not sure what we did to get this room, but it is beyond horrible.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Hotel Santa Barbara, Marketing at Hotel Santa Barbara
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Dear Bovasso, Thank you for your feedback about the room you stayed in recently. While it's hard to hear this type of feedback it is appreciated. We're so sorry that the size of the guest room did not meet your expectations. We'd welcome an opportunity to respond to you personally to better understand how the room size did not meet your expectations and to help resolve this. Please contact me directly: Chris, Hotel General Manager.
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The bed was the best sleep I had my whole trip! The location was perfect to walk to the wharf and check out the local shops and restaurants. The staff was friendly and helpful. We would definitely visit again!
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Perfect location, amazing service, very kind receptionist. Also having a parking is critical in the middle of SB. Morning is wonderful when you have a pier in a walking distance with amazing fresh seafood. PS room are super clean and cozy. I’ll stay again.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We were on our way to Santa Ynez but due to weather closures we decided to pull off the freeway and stay in Santa Barbara. We were lucky to find two rooms available at the Hotel Santa Barbara right before the mandatory evacuations. The hotel is in a charming historical building located on lower State Street surrounded by restaurants and stores. The minute we walked in the door we felt safe and welcomed. We put our luggage in our room and brought a bottle of wine down to the lobby to relax and appreciate how lucky we were to find the Hotel Santa Barbara. The manager came over to greet us and gave us some wine glasses. They were doing their best to accommodate everyone despite the fact that several staff member were not able to get to work due to the storm. But Chris was lovely and went out of his way to check in with us throughout our stay. The hotel is preparing for a remodel beginning probably at the end of the year. The property is very clean and inviting as are the rooms. Some of the rooms are very large and some a bit small but comfortable. It doesn't have a restaurant but Joe's right across the street serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and offers room service. There's coffee and tea all day long and fresh cookies in the afternoon. If you're looking for a boutique hotel in Santa Barbara with a great location, welcoming staff and reasonable prices it's definitely worth considering Hotel Santa Barbara.…
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Date of stay: January 2023
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We selected this hotel based on reviews on Trip Advisor. It’s in downtown Santa Barbara, on State Street. The one really good thing -placement amongst restaurants and shops. The hotel itself is older, lovely architecture, but needs a serious upgrade in rooms. Staff was almost non-existent when we stayed in November. They were helpful, but the hotel is woefully understaffed. No restaurant on the premises, no room service. While our stay wasn’t terrible, I wouldn’t recommend this hotel to other travelers. Water pressure in the bathroom was very low and the heating system was iffy. We asked for a refresh of the coffee service in the room, never got it. While in in the city we saw lovely hotels that I had seen while researching a place to stay for a few days that were much nicer for the same price.…
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Room Tip: We were in a handicapped accessible room. Very quiet, well adapted for handicapped in bathroom. ...
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The hotel is in desperate need of a renovation/update. The staff was unfriendly and really ill equipped to be in the hospitality field. The location was fantastic, but there are better options available.
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Date of stay: October 2022
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My boyfriend and I decided to stay a few nights in the Santa Barbara hotel while visiting Santa Barbara for an extended weekend. We picked this hotel based on location (walking distance to most of the "must-see" and "must-eat" spots offered by this amazing city. We were not disappointed, as a matter of fact, the experience we had at SB hotel exceeded our expectations. The crew made us feel welcomed and part of the family from the first experience with the valley, front desk, and room service. Kelly at the front desk was very personable yet professional, and full of tips on what to do and see in town and Jeff Love took our experience to the next level. The rooms are cozy, clean, and equipped with anything you need. They also have free bikes for guests to tour the city and their coffee and iced tea in the lobby. We will be back soon!…
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Date of stay: September 2022
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PRO..We LOVED the location of this hotel. Go right and you get to the pier walking and go Left and you can go to more great shopping/restaurants. Free bikes which we loved and took great beautiful bike rides. CON..the decor is a bit tired and they only have one elevator so it runs a bit slow but fine to walk the stairs. Its not upscale but it certainly is a good value based on location, free bikes, parking ($25), free tea/coffee and even cookies and ice tea later in the day. we were a group of 4 couples and we all were very happy.
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Date of stay: August 2022
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Nice, clean hotel along State St., the heart of downtown Santa Barbara. The staff was very friendly and helpful. More observations than complaints—-the room service is from a restaurant across the street, which limits options after 21:00, and the elevator is small, so there is a wait and it can be cramped if others decide to ride with their luggage. Shout out to Andrew with the valet service team. Definitely recommended.
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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PRICE RANGE
$252 - $472 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
United StatesCaliforniaSanta Barbara
NUMBER OF ROOMS
75
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hotel Santa Barbara
Which popular attractions are close to Hotel Santa Barbara?
Nearby attractions include Jamie Slone Wines (0.2 miles), Moreton Bay Fig Tree (0.3 miles), and Santa Barbara Certified Farmers Market (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Hotel Santa Barbara?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, meeting rooms, and dry cleaning.
Which room amenities are available at Hotel Santa Barbara?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
Is parking available at Hotel Santa Barbara?
Yes, paid private parking on-site and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Hotel Santa Barbara?
Conveniently located restaurants include McConnell's Fine Ice Creams, The Black Sheep, and The Palace Grill.
Is Hotel Santa Barbara located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.2 miles away from the center of Santa Barbara.
Are any cleaning services offered at Hotel Santa Barbara?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Hotel Santa Barbara offer any business services?
Yes, guests have access to meeting rooms and conference facilities during their stay.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Hotel Santa Barbara?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Are there any historical sites close to Hotel Santa Barbara?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Santa Barbara County Courthouse (0.5 miles), Casa del Herrero (3.7 miles), and Old Mission Santa Barbara (1.7 miles).
Does Hotel Santa Barbara have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the city view available here.