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Social Stays

1.0 star property
Hostel in Santa Barbara

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Fridge, microwave, dishwasher
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher
Free WiFi
Living area
Shower, hair dryer

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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730 State St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Paseo Nuevo Mall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lobero Theater
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Shower, hair dryer

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 12 Twin Beds

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Shower, hair dryer

Deluxe Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 2
  • 4 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Located in Downtown Santa Barbara, Social Stays is next to De la Guerra Plaza and Paseo Nuevo Mall. Guestrooms at this hostel include refrigerators and microwaves.
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What's nearby

  • Paseo Nuevo Mall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lobero Theater - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Presidio Santa Barbara - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Barbara Historical Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 12 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪M. Special Brewing Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cajé - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Press Room - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blenders in the Grass - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Apna Indian Kitchen - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Social Stays

Hostel in Santa Barbara
Guests staying at Social Stays enjoy free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Staff members are on hand to provide luggage storage and access to locker space.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other amenities include 3 bathrooms, refrigerators, and microwaves. Bathrooms are shared; housekeeping is available once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Business services

  • Coworking space

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • 3 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 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
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Social Stays Santa Barbara
Social Stays Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Social Stays Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to Social Stays?

This hostel is situated in Downtown Santa Barbara, just steps from El Capitan Lake and Cabrillo Bikeway, and within a short walk of Presidio Santa Barbara. You'll also find Santa Barbara Museum of Art and Arlington Theater less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Social Stays?

No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.

Does Social Stays feature a casino on the premises?

No, Social Stays doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Social Stays?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Does Social Stays have a hot tub?

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

Does Social Stays have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Social Stays doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Social Stays allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Social Stays.

Are there connecting rooms at Social Stays?

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

How close is the airport from Social Stays?

The closest major airport to Social Stays is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), which is 11.4 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is around 25.1 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Social Stays?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Social Stays.

Social Stays Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Expedia overcharges and doesn't have accessible information, but Social Stays was excellent in their communication and accomodations. Wonderful value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim, Kent

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alisha

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

STEFANIA

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

May

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location & friendly staff! Definitely would visit again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clinton, Camas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a hostel, but it was very nice, and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you need privacy this isn't the place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Trisha

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location, very very noisy, limited privacy when sleeping, thin blankets didn’t provide much heat and bathrooms unclean with messy arrayed products. I didn’t get much sleep due to noise and privacy and doubled up on layers to feel warmth.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts are very happy and incredibly hospitable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hostel experience I've had. The hosts are welcoming, great tour guides, and very considerate of your space. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classy and clean. Lovely hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Wasn’t for us and checked out a day early to a hotel. Sleeping was hard as noise was heard throughout at night. Just humans being humans ;) Staff “YaYa” and her sister were great! Shower/bathroom area was clean, warm and nice. Located in the heart of shopping area. Maybe it’s for you, don’t knock it until you try it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

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

10/10 Excellent

Phu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet for a hostel. The staff made sure the stay was comfortable and safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

dennis

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

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

8/10 Good

Bryan

Traveled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Decent option, odd experience

Checked in after hours and the gentleman was rude at first, but ultimately helpful when I called in advance. Very open set up, no privacy, no towel or wifi was offered but I opened some cabinets and found one. Overall decent option, just a little weird experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024