Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 16 min drive
Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 47 min drive
Santa Barbara Station - 4 min walk
UC Santa Barbara Station - 18 min drive
Goleta Station - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant - 2 min walk
Chad’s - 6 min walk
Finney's Crafthouse - 1 min walk
Biergarten - 2 min walk
Santa Barbara Roasting Company - 6 min walk
About this property
Hotel Californian
Hotel Californian is a great choice for your beach stay in Santa Barbara, putting you near activities such as parasailing, windsurfing and kayaking. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps and aromatherapy. Dining choices include 3 restaurants, and the bar/lounge is a great place to grab a cold drink. A free kid's club, a poolside bar and a fitness centre are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
121 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Free children's club
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Parking
On-site self-parking (USD 48 per night)
On-site valet parking (USD 48 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–1:00 PM
3 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Private dining
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Free children's club
Children's games
What to do
Private winery tours
Beach nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Kayaking nearby
Surfing lessons nearby
Scooter/moped hire nearby
Whale watching nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Bike hire
Pool loungers
Romance packages
Facilities
3 buildings/towers
Built in 2017
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Fitness centre
An outdoor pool
Full-service spa
Massage/treatment rooms
Wine-tasting room
Banquet hall
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Raised toilet seat
Low-height worktop and sink
Grab bar near toilet
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium satellite channels
Films for purchase
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Espresso maker
Dressing gowns and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Free cot/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Designer toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free local calls
Food and drink
Champagne service
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Special features
Spa
The on-site spa has 4 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, facials and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 47.96 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee inclusions:
Additional inclusions
In-room bottled water
Internet access (may be limited)
Newspaper
Phone calls (may be limited)
Shuttle service
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8 to 22 for adults and USD 5 to 18 for children
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 50.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 200.00 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay
Parking
Self-parking costs USD 48 per night
Valet parking costs USD 48 per night
Policies
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Hotel Californian Hotel Santa Barbara
Hotel Californian Hotel
Hotel Californian Santa Barbara
Hotel Californian Hotel Santa Barbara
Hotel Californian Hotel
Hotel Californian Santa Barbara
Californian Santa Barbara
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Californian offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Californian does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Californian?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Californian?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay, and there's also a deposit of USD 200.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Californian?
Yes. Self-parking costs USD 48 per night. Valet parking costs USD 48 per night. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Californian?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Hotel Californian and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as boat tours, fishing and hiking. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Hotel Californian also has a fitness centre and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Californian?
Yes, there are 3 on-site restaurants.
What's the area around Hotel Californian like?
Hotel Californian is in Santa Barbara Beach, a short 4-minute walk from Santa Barbara Station and 6 minutes' walk from Stearns Wharf. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.
Hotel Californian Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
7 December 2024
David
David, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 November 2024
Nikolai
Nikolai, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 October 2024
Nicholas
Nicholas, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 October 2024
Luis G
Luis G, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
6 October 2024
Not so much
The rooftop hot tub that we were looking forward to was out of service ☹️
Disappointing considering the luxury price tag for our stay
Sarah
Sarah, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 October 2024
Linda
Linda, 4-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
17 September 2024
Samson
Samson, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
16 September 2024
Lindsey
Lindsey, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
15 September 2024
We paid $1400 for our room and I would not say this was a $1400/night experience. First the staff forgot to tell us our room was ready. Then I went to use the shower and it had dirt on the wall and the shower curtain so our $1400/night room clearly had not been cleaned. Lastly we had appointments at the spa. There were no amenities and we were supposed to have specialized treatments but just ended up with basic massages. Save your money and go to the Ritz.
Diane
Diane, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 September 2024
Charlotte
Charlotte, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 September 2024
Beautiful rooms and property, close to the beach and close to all the restaurants
Samantha
Samantha, 7-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 September 2024
william
william, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good
2 September 2024
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 August 2024
Gil
Gil, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 August 2024
Stunning elegant beautiful hotel
Samantha
Samantha, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 August 2024
Hotel is in a very convenient location to walk to restaurants, the beach, wharf, and "salt cave"
Ted
Ted, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 August 2024
amazing property and we will com back for more
RODELON
RODELON, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 August 2024
Jim
Jim, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 August 2024
Karen
Karen, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 August 2024
Superior service and magical stay.
My wife and I came here for our one year anniversary. This is the best hotel I've ever stayed in. I once stayed in a Ritz Carlton and our stay here was far superior with beauty and amazing costumer service. We will be back. Thank you to all the staff at Hotel Californian for making our stay welcoming and magical.
Nicolas
Nicolas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 August 2024
JOANN
JOANN, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 July 2024
The property and room were luxe. The location is awesome but feels a little touristy. Great rooftop and pool - spacious and relaxing. The restaurant across the street was just okay. All in all, a great spot!
Madeleine
Madeleine, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 July 2024
Jared
Jared, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
28 July 2024
Rachel
Rachel, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 July 2024
Fantastic location, great food and bar scene, tons of dining options near-by.