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The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Santa Barbara Harbor

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Front of property
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock
Outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Room, 2 Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(79 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 243 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, Multiple Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 267 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Franciscan Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Franciscan Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 287 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 287 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Executive Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 287 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 287 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Franciscan Suite Balcony | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Franciscan Suite Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 287 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 267 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 256 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 498 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, The Franciscan Hotel is next to West Beach and Carriage and Western Art Museum. This 50-room hotel has an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Santa Barbara City College - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Leadbetter Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Franciscan Hotel

Hotel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Santa Barbara Harbor
Guests staying at The Franciscan Hotel enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include free use of bicycles, a computer station, and free newspapers.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels and DVD players. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets. Other standard amenities include iPod docks, coffee makers, and free local calls. Housekeeping is available on request.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

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
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 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 welcomes pets for USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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: 4 PM—-11 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Franciscan Inn
Franciscan Inn Santa Barbara
Franciscan Santa Barbara
Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara
Franciscan Inn Santa Barbara Ca
The Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara
The Franciscan Inn
Franciscan Inn Suites
The Franciscan Hotel Hotel
The Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara
The Franciscan Hotel Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Franciscan Hotel?

The Franciscan Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around The Franciscan Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Santa Barbara Beach, just steps from Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum, and within a short walk of West Beach. You'll also find Stearns Wharf and Leadbetter Beach less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Franciscan Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Franciscan Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, The Franciscan Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Franciscan Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 9 AM and 10 PM.

Is The Franciscan Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like Egyptian cotton sheets as well as an outdoor pool and concierge services.

Does The Franciscan Hotel have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Franciscan Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Franciscan Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Franciscan Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Franciscan Hotel for a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Franciscan Hotel?

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

How far is the airport from The Franciscan Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Franciscan Hotel is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), which is 10.3 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is located 30 mi away (47-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Franciscan Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Franciscan Hotel offer a balcony.

The Franciscan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 794 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 161 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1020 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel perfectly located in downtown Santa Barbara.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Bich

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small bathroom but clean. Comfortable king bed. Good italian coffee in the room. The concierge speaks english, french,spanish, arabic fluently. Free continental breakfast. 5mn walk to the beach and the pier.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph, San Marcos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here many times for 10-plus years. Great hotel with everything nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

damien, San Luis Obispo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super pleasant and really clean and a hop and a skip to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory

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

10/10 Excellent

Braden

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was in town for my sisters wedding and Ben at the front desk was a live saver. I called ahead and inquired if it was possible to get an early check in as the wedding started at 5. He said no problem, we'll have your room ready by 2 (they had a full house the night before). He also got my sisters room ready as well and greeted her like she was a VIP when she arrived about 45 minutes after me. The room was clean as can be and beautiful inside. We stayed in one of the suites and the amenities were great. Our son slept on the pull out couch while we took the King in the separate room. The bathroom was very nice with a large walk in shower and bench. They serve a continental breakfast from 7:30-9:30. The breakfast isn't anything fancy, just some egg bites, bacon and sausage with the usual smattering of bagels, danishes, cereal etc. but hey, it's included in the room so might as well indulge. They service cookies every day fresh from 1-9PM which my 11 year old was extremely excited about. Parking was easy as can be and the hotel is a 10 minute walk to the beach or about a 15 minute walk to State St. We parked our car on Friday and didn't move it once the whole weekend. Next time we stay in Santa Barbara, this will be our spot again. Big ups to Ben for his help again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bert

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine D

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

10/10 Excellent

Gaynor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location close to the beach and within walking distance of a range of bars/restaurants. Very clean room with free bike hire (2 hours) and complimentary breakfast and coffee/cookies in the afternoon.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very beautiful and had excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
I have to say I was a bit disappointed with the cleanliness of the room. Every review I read pre booking talked about how it was rated 10 out of 10 for cleanliness. The bathroom was pretty dirty and the floors in the room were very dirty particularly the corners. The shower drain had a bit of pink mildew forming around it. The towels are stained and scratchy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alyssa Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very clean and comfortable . Rhe pol was nice . The breakfast was great and the staff was friendly. Our shower had zero water pressure for some reason and the tv had a Roku that wasnt working so we had trouble getting the tv on. But I’ve stayed here before where that didn’t happen so not sure what was up. That’s the only reason I didn’t give all 5 stars. Love this hotel. Will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checkin person not very friendly. Clean rooms with free parking. We parked in front of our room. We used the pool and spa. Both were clean and pool was a good temp. Free (small) breakfast was just right before heading out. We never moved our car as the beach, pier, and restaurants are an easy walk from the hotel. Checkout person was much friendlier. We will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichol

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Franciscan was amazing! The staff was super helpful too!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall still very good after many years!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

duncan, Newcastle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and bright. Staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

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

A lovely spot to stay in Santa Barbara

Great hotel in a wonderful location. Many nice little spots to relax and enjoy on this property. The free bikes and helmets were a great way to get around town. Also onsite free parking was a fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Chety

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property is super close to the pier. Very outdated and beds matress needs to be replace
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

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

Midweek getaway review

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ben behind the desk treated me extremely well and was incredibly friendly. Really gave me the rundown of the whole area including what to do and recommendations. Rooms were clean, no issues with anything except some quality issues with the tv. Otherwise perfect. Close to everything. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicest motel I ever stayed at.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Janine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unfortunately water pressure not good in shower, difficult operating television, and the bed slightly uncomfortable and noise with any amount of tossing and turning. Otherwise, beautiful property and comfortable conditions.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, San Diego

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice boutique hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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