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Palihouse Santa Barbara

4.0 star property
Mediterranean hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (The Deluxe King) | View from room
Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Balcony (The Grand Studio) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
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Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (The Grand Studio Double) | View from room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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915 Garden Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Presidio Santa Barbara
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lobero Theater
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (The Classic)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 465 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Balcony (The Grand Studio)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (The Grand Studio ADA- Roll In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 717 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Balcony (The Deluxe Studio) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Balcony (The Deluxe Studio)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 526 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (The Grand Studio Double)

Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (The Grand Studio Double) | View from room

Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (The Grand Studio Double)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 585 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Apartment, 1 King Bed, Balcony (El Apartamento) | Living area | 40-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, fireplace

Apartment, 1 King Bed, Balcony (El Apartamento)

  • 823 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Located in Laguna, Palihouse Santa Barbara is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as Presidio Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Historical Museum. This 4-star hotel has 23 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Historical Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Presidio Santa Barbara - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lobero Theater - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Granada Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪La Paloma Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Handlebar Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Persona Pizzeria - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lokum - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jamie Slone Wines - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Mediterranean hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Palihouse Santa Barbara enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a gym, and free use of bicycles. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls, an off-leash area, and pet-sitting services. Other amenities at this boutique hotel include a terrace, a porter/bellhop, and a garden.
40-inch LCD TVs come with digital channels and DVD players. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and designer toiletries, and pillowtop beds with Frette Italian sheets and down comforters ensure a restful night. Fireplaces, balconies or patios, and sitting areas are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.

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

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5 to 30 for adults and USD 5 to 30 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Palihouse Santa Barbara

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2001
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 136 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (45 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls, an off-leash area, and pet-sitting services are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 39.27 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach towels
  • Bicycle storage
  • Concierge service
  • Faxes
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Internet access
  • Parking
  • Pool access
  • Self parking
  • Sporting facilities or equipment
  • Wired internet access (may be limited)

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 30 for adults, and USD 5 to 30 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 136 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Spanish Garden Inn
Palihouse Santa Barbara Hotel
Palihouse Santa Barbara Santa Barbara
Palihouse Santa Barbara Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Palihouse Santa Barbara?

Palihouse Santa Barbara provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Palihouse Santa Barbara?

As of Dec 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palihouse Santa Barbara on Dec 23, 2025 start from $495.0, 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 within easy reach of Palihouse Santa Barbara?

This hotel is situated in Laguna, just steps from Rafael Gonzalez House and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, and within a short walk of Presidio Santa Barbara. You'll also find Paseo Nuevo Mall and Santa Barbara Museum of Art less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Palihouse Santa Barbara?

Yes, there is accessible parking and electric car charging available.

Does Palihouse Santa Barbara have a casino?

No, Palihouse Santa Barbara doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Palihouse Santa Barbara?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Palihouse Santa Barbara?

At this boutique hotel, couples will welcome the many amenities including a fireplace and in-room massages along with an outdoor pool.

Does Palihouse Santa Barbara have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Palihouse Santa Barbara have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Palihouse Santa Barbara serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Palihouse Santa Barbara.

Does Palihouse Santa Barbara allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Palihouse Santa Barbara for a fee of USD 136 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides an off-leash area and pet-sitting services.

Does Palihouse Santa Barbara have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Palihouse Santa Barbara?

The closest major airport to Palihouse Santa Barbara is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), which is 10.1 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is located 29.8 mi away (47-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Palihouse Santa Barbara?

Yes, every guestroom at Palihouse Santa Barbara comes with a balcony with some featuring pool or courtyard views.