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ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

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134 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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9.6 out of 10
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  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Classic Shared Dormitory, Women only

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Classic Shared Dormitory

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Basic Double Room | Free WiFi

Basic Double Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Double Room | Free WiFi

Basic Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel is next to Reagan Ranch Center and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. This 9-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Moreton Bay Fig Tree - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • 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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Validation Ale - ‬6 min walk

About this property

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Guests staying at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills. Self parking is available for USD 20 per night. Front-desk staff can help with locker space, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include a garden, a picnic area, and 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.

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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

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 Surf Hostel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel?

As of Feb 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel on Mar 25, 2026 start from 132.84, 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's there to do close to ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Santa Barbara Beach, just steps from MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Reagan Ranch Center, and within a short walk of Santa Barbara Harbor. You'll also find Stearns Wharf and East Beach less than a mile away.

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

Yes, parking is offered for USD 20 per night.

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

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

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

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead as well as free breakfast and a garden.

Are there hot tubs at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel?

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

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

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

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

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

Are there connecting rooms at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel?

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

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

The closest major airport to ITH Santa Barbara Surf 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 Surf Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel.

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 192 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone is always amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Walkable to everything, beach and downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fatima

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun and friendly atmosphere. Matthew was especially kind in showing me around. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacquelynn

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hostel! Friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes and yes.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband was in town just to drop of some of my son's belongings and needed a place to rest before driving back home...literally less than an 24 hour trip. Hotels were either sold out, super far or ridiculously priced at over $400/night. I saw the hostel & he said he loved the idea...meeting new people, having a place to sleep, being downtown and you can't beat the rate. I did get him the private bedroom because he snores. Eeek, don't tell him I shared that on the internet! He checked in rather late at 9pm and was welcomed in by Hailey. She shared the rules, gave him a quick tour of the hostel and he left his backpack in his room and went out to find some dinner. He shared that it was such a relaxed environment: people working on their laptops, chatting by the fire pit, cooking up a meal, and sharing a beer. When he came back most people had gone to bed. He used the restroom which he said were spotless, went to bed and slept all night. He commented that the hostel was super clean, trendy, and really had a great atmosphere. Everything is so close by and while the crowd was younger than him, he said it's definitely a place he'd come back to and said he thinks I'd love it too!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mei Qi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location close to the Amtrak station, sufficient restrooms for use, free breakfast as described, however there was no air conditioning in the room, just a portable fan available.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing spot and awesome staff
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Emily

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

6/10 Okay

Jacquelynn

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room and great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sherry Belen

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I was never informed that we had to take out our sheets before checking out. The guy at the front desk named Drew (the ginger guy) did not even bother to explain properly or even stand up to show us where to put them. I had to ask again where to go. He was on his phone, never even bothered checking if we did it correctly or guiding us, and did not even bother checking our names upon check-out. The place really has potential, but you need to properly explain your rules, because paying $150 for a private room where we still have to take out the sheets ourselves sounds very unreasonable. I know it's not a hotel, but I've never been to a hostel where you have to take out the sheets. It would have been okay if it was explained before checking in, but it wasn't. Furthermore, the front desk staff lacked the decency to properly explain things to guests. Another guest approached us, saying she had never seen any private room guests taking out sheets before. She spoke with Drew, and he just shrugged it off like he didn't even care. We then had to ask again if we were, in fact, required to do it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute and inviting space!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great except that it was really hot at night
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liezl, Stanton

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Steps from the Amtrak, beach, restaurants. Easy parking. Free breakfast. Clean comfortable beds and rooms and bathrooms. Kitchen access. Lots of common areas inside and outside. Weekly activities. Affordable prices!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had such a great stay at this hostel! The staff were super friendly and welcoming, the rooms were clean and comfortable, and the atmosphere made it easy to meet other travelers. The location was also perfect—close to everything I needed. I’d definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone visiting. Only tip: bring a small fan for your bed. There’s outlets for each bed which is perfect for a small portable fan.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Summer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facilities were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. The dorms were cozyand the beds were surprisingly comfy. There’s a common area where you can hang out, cook, or just chill, which was very nice. In the future will pick bed by the window. Many different age groups from everywhere. Parking was convenient. Thanks for your kindness and hospitality Drew!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

VITORIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great! Great location, so close to the beach and to Downtown, you can walk to both, staff so kind, space super clean - will definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Yashira

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