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Santa Barbara · California

Santa Barbara Inn

901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, California, 93103

9.4 Wonderful905 guest reviews

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Nov 23, 2026
Check-out
Nov 25, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Luxurious Accommodations

    Indulge in a stay at the Santa Barbara Inn, where every room offers comfort and style. Enjoy ocean or mountain views from many of our well-appointed rooms, each equipped with modern amenities for a relaxing retreat.

  • Relaxation and Recreation

    Unwind by the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub for the ultimate relaxation. Stay active at the on-site fitness centre or explore the nearby water activities like kayaking and paddle boarding. The choice is yours at our serene coastal getaway.

  • Dining Experience

    Savor delectable Italian cuisine with a stunning oceanfront view at Convivo, our on-site restaurant. Whether it's a romantic dinner or casual drinks at the bar, your dining experience at Santa Barbara Inn will be nothing short of delightful.

Plan your escape to Santa Barbara Inn now for a memorable coastal experience!

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Great location

  • Friendly staff

  • Clean rooms

At the hotel

Popular amenities

42 listed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Allergy-free room
  • Bar
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Facilities for disabled guests
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Pools & wellness

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Restaurant
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware

Fitness & outdoors

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Terrace

Rooms & comfort

  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Safety deposit box
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Lift / Elevator
  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Valet parking
  • Wheelchair accessible

Guest services

  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Services & essentials

  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Room service
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

905 reviews
1/ 10
Only the staff
Dee · couple · 2026-10-15

The guest experience

9.4out of 10
905 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Great location
  • Friendly staff
  • Clean rooms
  • Beautiful views
  • Excellent room service

Worth knowing — Thin toilet paper · Lack of hard copy menu · Inconsistent bathroom amenities

How guests scored the stay

  • Location9.8

    Location praised for being close to the beach and local attractions.

  • Overall Experience9.8

    Guests overwhelmingly enjoyed their stay and recommended the hotel.

  • Cleanliness9.4

    Most reviews mention rooms were clean and comfortable.

  • Service9.3

    Many comments highlight friendly and helpful staff, though some service issues noted.

  • Room Quality9.3

    Guests enjoyed spacious rooms and great views.

  • Value for Money9.3

    Generally perceived as fairly priced for the quality offered.

  • Amenities9.2

    The hotel offered good amenities, but some guests desired more snacks in room.

  • Food and Beverage8.8

    Restaurant quality noted but some inconsistencies reported.

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Guest reviews

Mixed experiences

88% of 16 recent stays rated 8+

9.4905 reviews

  • DO NOT STAY HERE

    1/10

    Dee · couple · 2026-10-15

    “Only the staff”

  • Fantastic restaurant was a bonus to our stay.

    10/10

    Mark · couple · 2026-10-11

    “Great location. Full of charm in history.”

  • This hotel is very nice the location is just in front of the beach

    9/10

    Paola · family with children · 2026-10-10

    “Breakfast very good - perfect location - the staff very nice and kind -”

  • Guest review

    9/10

    Gerry · couple · 2026-09-18

    “Breakfast was very good, Very easy, we liked the pickup service. Vanilla Latte and a cup of yogurt with granola was perfect.”

  • We were only here for a day which is definitely not long enough next time we’ll come for longer

    10/10

    Sasha · extended group · 2026-09-13

    “We loved the comfort of the room and also the beautiful pool area”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Jennie · couple · 2026-09-13

    “Good location along the boardwalk”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Jb · family with children · 2026-09-05

    “style vieux surtout les salles de bains Restaurant pas top Piscine très petite”

  • Excellent hotel and great location

    10/10

    CalabasasCA · Couples · 2026-08-28

    “Great location right across from the beach. Very reasonably priced as compared to other hotels in the area. Easy checkin and 12:00 pm checkout, which was great. Beautiful large room (room 3301) with 2 queen beds that overlooked the park and beach. Very clean. Nice to sit in the porch and hear the crashing waves. The restaurant had excellent eclectic food. Staff were very nice, friendly, and helpful. Will definitely come back again.”

  • Excellent location. Felt like a hidden gem

    9/10

    Katie · family with children · 2026-08-23

    “Great location. Although we only stayed one night we walked to the Funk Zone for dinner and managed to sit by the pool for an hour or two Room was large and comfortable”

  • The property is lovely and comfortable. The staff is very nice!

    9/10

    Shelly · couple · 2026-08-23

    “Beautiful views of the ocean.”

  • Very prompt and attentive staff. Quick with all requests

    10/10

    davitt2023 · Couples · 2026-08-21

    “It’s a nice place with nice staff”

  • Wonderful hotel!

    10/10

    81shellye · Couples · 2026-08-20

    “Right across from the ocean with beautiful views. The restaurant is also lovely. Our room was very comfortable, with a large bathroom. We had a great time!”

  • Family wedding

    10/10

    96malloryc · Family · 2026-08-17

    “We had our wedding stay here everyone was absolutely amazing!!!”

  • Excellent location which overrides the outdated room

    7/10

    donna · couple · 2026-08-17

    “Great location and restaurant!”

  • I love the Santa Barbara Inn; have for years

    10/10

    scottroberts33 · Couples · 2026-08-12

    “For years I’ve enjoyed my stay at the Santa Barbara Inn. It’s located in a great spot with ocean views and proximity to great restaurants. A shout out to the valets, who always manage to keep my Tesla charged and ready to go.”

  • Excellent Service & Accommodations!

    10/10

    887melindak · Solo travel · 2026-08-10

    “Excellent! Greeted warmly upon arrival. Staff very personable & welcoming. Arranged room perfectly. Breakfast of Avocado Toast was supreme. I will come back!”

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