Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
Motel with free breakfast, a short walk to Santa Barbara Harbor

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and balcony offering a view of the outdoors.
Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, sofa, and floor-to-ceiling window overlooking palm trees.
Welcome to our hotel lobby, featuring a central reception desk and comfortable seating area with tables and chairs.
Stunning entrance with double doors and symmetrical facade.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a central desk, artwork, and comfortable seating for guests.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
128 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara City College
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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Room options

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Triple Queen)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe Double Queen)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Deluxe Double Queen with Balcony)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(53 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe King)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, Avania Inn of Santa Barbara is next to Carriage and Western Art Museum and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum. This 47-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Barbara City College - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 10 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Brophy Bros - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Roasting Company - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Motel with free breakfast, a short walk to Santa Barbara Harbor
At Avania Inn of Santa Barbara, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Additional amenities include express check-out, a terrace, and a TV in a common area.
32-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls. Weekly housekeeping is available.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (40 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (33 inches high)
  • Handrails in hallways (37 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (37 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 18 kids stay free when using existing bedding

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, 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Avania Ascend Collection
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Avania Inn
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

As of Jul 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara on Jul 23, 2025 start from $289.0, 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.

What can I see near Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

This motel is situated in Santa Barbara Beach, just steps from Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum, and within a short walk of Santa Barbara Carriage Museum. You'll also find Leadbetter Beach and Stearns Wharf less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does Avania Inn of Santa Barbara feature a casino on the premises?

No, Avania Inn of Santa Barbara doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include pillowtop mattresses and rainfall showerheads.

Does Avania Inn of Santa Barbara have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this motel.

Does Avania Inn of Santa Barbara have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara offers free self-serve breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Avania Inn of Santa Barbara allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara though service animals are welcome.

Does Avania Inn of Santa Barbara have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Where is the closest airport to Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

The closest major airport to Avania Inn of Santa Barbara is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), which is 10.2 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is located 29.8 mi away (46-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara?

Yes, some guestrooms at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara offer a balcony.

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1197 out of 1771 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 395 out of 1771 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1771 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1771 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1771 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hanumantha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A decent hotel, nothing extraordinary. Very pricey, may be because it was the long weekend. The place is clean, easy to get to, has reasonable parking, and decent breakfast. Rooms are on the smaller side, showerhead gave water out in a trickle, and was warm water at the highest setting of the lever. The bathroom is separated from the bedroom by a wall which is nice. No great views - I asked Orbitz for oceanview hotels and this came up but the ocean is about two blocks away. I saw families with kids. Really sparse in many ways (no body lotion), soap dispensers rather than small bars (which I am okay with), and no cleaning service even when we asked for the room to be cleaned. Overall, not worth more than $250 per night.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aisha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location walking distance to attractions, clean room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Natalie

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Ren-Bo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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This hotel is very basic, and quite overpriced. There was nothing wrong but nothing very nice either; no luxury as one would expect from a hotel charging $300 per night. The swimming pool is tiny. Maid service is only offered every 3 days. Rooms are clean but small. The ftee breakfast was a nice touch, and the staff friendly if overworked. But this is hardly the overall effect one would expect ehrn tourism is declining. Nobody has told these folks.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel to stay at. Close to everything by the beach. Nothing fancy but it was clean, friendly staff and great breakfast included. Served our purpose for stopping in Santa Barbara one night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Claudia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked the room deco and comfortable bed. Enjoyed pool and jacuzzi area. Breakfast was good. Great location. Had tv operation issues. Had to call for help twice. Shower issues included taking awhile for water to heat up , pretty weak and became slippery. Overall satisfactory value.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty

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

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall my stay was great. No issues and the staff was friendly and helpful. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maricris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was easy to find. Free parking a plus. Fre breakfast also a plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Zelena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

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

8/10 Good

Michelle, San Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, cute room near the beach. Staff was friendly and helpful. Couldn’t figure out the heat/AC and couldn’t access normal cable but a staff member came to our room and helped resolve issues right away. Definitely an older motel style place (as many are in these awesome beach towns) but upgraded with fun interiors/lighting. In town for college tours. Would recommend if you’re trying to save some cash for college or a great dinner at Brophy Bros. Accessible distance to harbor/water and State St.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

emily M.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lindsey

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Todd

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Hotel, Staff and neighborhood. Walkable to Pier, Marina and downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice trip for our family. Hotel was very clean with nice staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Oswaldo and Justina were great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Danny

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Payton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean. Wasn't sure about the area going in but after there and driving around felt very safe.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025