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Santa Barbara Inn

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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view
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Breakfast area
Lobby
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • Place, East Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cabrillo Pavillion
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Pool | Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(68 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(85 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Studio, Partial Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Studio, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 624 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | View from room

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 635 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Partial Ocean View | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 850 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa)

  • Ocean view
  • 1120 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Studio)

Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Studio) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Studio)

  • Ocean view
  • 764 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite) | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Luxury Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Suite)

  • Ocean view
  • 764 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Park View | Park view

Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

  • Park view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Terrace/patio

Room, 2 Queens, Park & Partial Ocean view

  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, Santa Barbara Inn is adjacent to Chase Palm Park and within a 5-minute walk of East Beach. This 70-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • East Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cabrillo Pavillion - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 9 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Shellfish Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ospi Montecito - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪El Sitio - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Santa Barbara Inn

At Santa Barbara Inn, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Valet parking is available for USD 28.00 per night. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with concierge services, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a meeting room, free newspapers, and a terrace.
Guests can expect flat-screen TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, safes, and phones.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 28 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Convivo

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 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.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 28.00 per night (in/out privileges)

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 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
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: 4:00 PM—-6:30 AM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Inn Hotel
Santa Barbara Inn Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Inn Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Santa Barbara Inn?

Santa Barbara Inn provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Jun 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Santa Barbara Inn on Jun 9, 2026 start from $348, including 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 around Santa Barbara Inn?

This hotel is situated in Santa Barbara Beach, just steps from East Beach, and within a 10-minute walk of Santa Barbara Zoo and Cabrillo Pavillion. You'll also find Santa Barbara Bowl and Santa Barbara Harbor within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Santa Barbara Inn?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 28 per night with in/out privileges. An electric car charging station and wheelchair-accessible van parking are also available for guests.

Does Santa Barbara Inn include a casino at the property?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at Santa Barbara Inn?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Santa Barbara Inn?

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

Are there hot tubs at Santa Barbara Inn?

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

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

No, Santa Barbara Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Santa Barbara Inn allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Santa Barbara Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Santa Barbara Inn?

The closest major airport to Santa Barbara Inn is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), which is 11.7 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is around 26.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Santa Barbara Inn?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy ocean and park views.

Santa Barbara Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 793 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 146 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1012 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and excellent value.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Everything was great including the staff. We especially loved the restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, great location, loved this spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room nice staff great position on the beach nice food and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, with awesome staff. The views were incredible.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bed, clean room, loved that they had two sinks in the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, pleasant stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful inn excellent location great service will absolutely return
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and beautiful rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect hotel!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, great views , and lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ilya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay, the room was nice, clean and super comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, great view and excellent staff. Room was exceptional! We ate at the restaurant at the hotel, and the food was delicious!
Clean and very comfy!
Room with a wonderful view including gorgeous sunsets!
Beautiful and Historic
Beautiful Lobby
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are clean, big and quiet. The staff is helpful and nice and the restaurant is fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I liked the location rooms were perfect confy size
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful location, spacious rooms, excellent restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay. Clean, quiet, friendly staff and great weather. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every part of this hotel stay was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, incredible views, and stellar service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Juli

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
End to end outstanding experience. Beautiful property, ideal location, INCREDIBLE food, and delightfully comfy room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great communication from staff, all our needs were met.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and helpful. Easy access to beach and town. Clean rooms!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The ocean, the rooms were spectacular, clean, and comfortable beds. The staff were accommodating, attentive, and so very helpful with recommendations. The food on the premises was tasty and delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

All around excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

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