ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, a short walk to Santa Barbara Harbor

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City view from property
Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Shared kitchen facilities

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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134 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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Room options

Basic Double Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Economy Shared Dormitory

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Basic Double Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Classic Shared Dormitory

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf. This 9-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and laundry facilities.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Barbara City College - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 2 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 5 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Roasting Company - ‬8 min walk

About this property

ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel

Hostel with free breakfast, a short walk to Santa Barbara Harbor
Guests staying at ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a picnic area. Self parking is available for USD 20 per night. Front-desk staff can help with locker space, and provide local restaurant recommendations. This hostel also has a vending machine.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 20 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Self parking fee: USD 20 per night

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

I.T.H. Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel Santa Barbara
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel?

ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Santa Barbara Beach within a 10-minute walk of Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf. You'll also find Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Bowl within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 20 per night.

Does ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel have a casino on the premises?

No, ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel?

Couples staying at this hostel will value amenities like a rainfall showerhead, city views in some rooms, as well as free breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel offers free on-the-go breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel?

The closest major airport to ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), which is 10.4 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is around 25.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel?

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel.

ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 111 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

J

Other guest woke me and was rude.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alvina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The available parking for a small fee was very convenient. Overall nice and clean and eveyone was was respectful during the quiet hours. Had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella

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

Such a fun stay at ITH Santa Barbara!

Everyone at the hostel, employees and other hostel goers alike, were so friendly and welcoming! We really enjoyed participating in the group activities the hostel offered. Great accommodations too - comfy bed, clean bathrooms, fun lobby to hang out. And i would be remiss not to mention the awesome make-your-own pancake breakfast. We would 100% stay at ITH again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Baptiste

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I spend a great night there !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwynne

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

Sparse but Great

Great location, friendly staff, right price. Even had pancakes you could make for breakfast and full kitchen for cooking dinner. Can walk from there to Piers with fabulous restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Charmika

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Good day room circulation addition recommend

Place was clean and nice. I would strongly recommend individual fans that clip onto the bed rails for each of the beds for health purposes for guests. Rooms can get quite stuffy with multiple people in them and there's no real circulation unless window is open but it was closed unless we opened it. individual fans for each bed would be fair and affordable resolution to make it more comfortable for those wanting to have them. I would definitely return would just bring my own fan. otherwise it was a great stay. It's nice that they have nightly activities the staff was fun. It's a cool concept and great location right by the train and the beach and so many activities and a Dollar tree walking distance made it more affordable. Thank you each for hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

wanda, casa grande

Towels to dry your hands in the bathroom would be nice and the staff was drying laundry right outside my room door at 5am it made it hard to sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary, Mission Viejo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My only complaint is that I didn’t stay longer! Fantastic, helpful, friendly staff. The property is well cared for both inside and out, and kept very clean. I’m a 70 year old woman traveling by myself, arrived by train, and this hostel is just across the tracks. I was given a beautiful little private room - which was perfect for 1 but would also be suitable for 2 if you don’t mind sharing a full size bed! The shared bathroom was great, spacious and clean. I felt very safe both day and night. Great (complimentary) coffee in the morning along with DIY eggs and pancakes. There’s a full kitchen with everything you need to make /reheat your own food, and a huge refrigerator where you can store your food. I’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B

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

10/10 Excellent

Melisa

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Po-Ying

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
O
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Dimitrios

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great location next to the train station. I got the feeling from the stuff that they don't like what they are doing as they were a bit off. The breakfast was very low quality compare to other hostels I've been.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hovhannes, Sunland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's not hotel and it's not hostel. It's something new and cool !!! So we have to name this conception )))
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Oleg

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Mickel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really cute place, very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Hovhannes, Sunland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As always perfect!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024