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Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
Hotel in Santa Barbara with a fitness center and a 24-hour business center
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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
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Standard Townhome, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room;with Sofabed) | Private kitchenette | Microwave, coffee/tea maker

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8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar

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2220 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105
  • Mission Santa Barbara
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara Bowl
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪12 min drive‬
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Standard Townhome, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room;with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Located in Oak Park within a 5-minute walk of Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Best Western Plus Santa Barbara is within a mile (2 km) of Mission Santa Barbara. This 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with 122 rooms and conveniences like an outdoor pool, free self parking, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Mission Santa Barbara - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Upper State Street - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Super Cucas Meat Mar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Live Oak Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Zarape - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McConnell's Ice Cream - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Hotel in Santa Barbara with a fitness center and a 24-hour business center
Guests staying at Best Western Plus Santa Barbara enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and concierge services. Additional amenities include a hot tub, a 24-hour business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can expect to find TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Microwaves, coffee makers, and free local calls are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Live Oak Cafe

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 9 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 1-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids 13 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 18 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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 open 24 hours a day. 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.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Best Western Plus Santa Barbara?

This hotel is situated in Oak Park within a short 16-minute walk of Mission Santa Barbara and also 17 minutes on foot from Upper State Street. You'll also find Santa Barbara Bowl and Santa Barbara Harbor within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Santa Barbara?

As of Apr 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Santa Barbara on Apr 29, 2025 start from $219.0, 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.

Is there parking available at Best Western Plus Santa Barbara?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Best Western Plus Santa Barbara have a casino at the property?

No, Best Western Plus Santa Barbara doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Best Western Plus Santa Barbara?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Best Western Plus Santa Barbara?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Best Western Plus Santa Barbara?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Best Western Plus Santa Barbara have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Best Western Plus Santa Barbara serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Live Oak Cafe.

Does Best Western Plus Santa Barbara allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Best Western Plus Santa Barbara though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western Plus Santa Barbara?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Best Western Plus Santa Barbara?

The closest major airport to Best Western Plus Santa Barbara is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), which is 8.8 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is located 28.4 mi away (42-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Best Western Plus Santa Barbara?

No, at Best Western Plus Santa Barbara, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 598 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Carol

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed here many times over the years. The room is challenged with lumpy bedding, old 1960’s louvered windows that allow cold air to infiltrate the living space (we stayed during a recent cold spell), our room was above a working garage for hotel maintenance. It’s an ok motel/hotel, for 2 nights, with tax, up over $400.00, given property challenges, not sure it’s of good enough value in all honesty. But, it’s Santa Barbara. I’d say spending $350 per night gets you next level of quality in Santa Barbara.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

GREG

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sally

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sajid, SIMI VALLEY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Construction noise was unavoivable. Work at the hotel. Had to complain to the front desk. However, they addressed promptly. Just a bit inconvenient. The property itself is a bit old. Restrooms could use updated fittings.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Karenmary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanyisa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone is very hospitable, professional and very friendly! Lovely place very clean and not overpriced!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rudy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
On a recent visit to Santa Barbara, we stayed at this moderately priced hotel and were pleasantly surprised by what a great experience it was. The staff were helpful, friendly, and responsive. The facility and grounds are impeccably kept up and clean. Having free on-site parking was a special treat if you travel often to SB - we usually stay downtown, where there are always parking and valet charges.The location is mostly residential, so quiet, but still close to the center city and all the fun (although maybe not walking distance). A couple of things to be aware of: 1) there is no elevator, so if you have mobility issues, request a first floor room, and 2) there is not regular room housekeeping unless you request it.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

edward

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful room renovations to some of the units--modern and streamlined, thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Lee

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
This is a very old property and we felt that cleanliness was not on a level that we were expecting it to be. It may be due to age of the buildings. The room we stayed was felt to be cleaned by the housekeeping staff,but there was a smell in the rooms and it was not comfortable for us. The carpets were very old and dull. However, the staff were friendly and pleasant. The location is convenient for downtown SB and the beaches.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Palak

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was a great location, walkable (if you are up to 1 mile to 1.5 mile walks each way) to food. It felt very safe and the staff was very helpful and friendly. The internet was awesome and the location offered a pool, hot tub and restaurant on site. Although we did not use the pool, hot tub or restaurant, it was obvious they were well used by other guests. The room had all the requests we asked for (downstairs due to lack of an elevator and a bathtub). The bed was very comfortable too! Cons: No elevator for upstairs rooms, rather noisy due to how large the facility is, and the shower head was rather low for my 6 foot tall husband. Overall, great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Herminio

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For a one night stay not worth $300, guests were arguing outside my room, guest above me were jumping on floor, guest next to me had tv on all night and guests on other side were pounding on wall. Safety was a concern and I got no sleep. Hotel management was made aware. Worst stay at a hotel.’
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Natalie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and beautiful place. Perfect for a family getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

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

10/10 Excellent

Tien

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Hardik

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Worst experience

We booked a room with 2 queen beds and weren’t provided with queen size beds The air conditioning wasn’t working in our room for the entire stay only the heater was working on informing the management we were provided with an extra table fan . Didn’t expect from such a reputable brand Never coming back and don’t recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Efrain

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024