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Hotel Californian

5-star Hotel with Outdoor pool

5 stars

36 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

+1 805 882 0100
8.4
Very good

based on 254 reviews

Sun 5/5
Mon 6/5

About Hotel Californian, Santa Barbara

Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.4
Services
8.6
Staff
8.1
Value for money
7.0
Situated under a 20-minute walk from Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District Station, Hotel Californian provides guests with a convenient base while in Santa Barbara. It is also found just moments from Andalucia Building. There are a variety of amenities on offer to those staying at the hotel, such as free Wi-Fi, valet parking and an outdoor pool. Staff are available 24/7 and can help with booking tours and tickets. A well-equipped gym is also available. Hotel Californian has 117 rooms that are filled with all the necessities to ensure an enjoyable stay. After settling in to their room, guests can discover the area with use of Santa Barbara Amtrak Station, which is minutes from the hotel. Hotel Californian's in-house eatery is a hassle-free option for those wanting to dine in. The hotel is ideally situated for discovering the city, with Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and Brooks Institute a short stroll away. It is only two minute's walk from Stearns Wharf.

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Rooms

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Deluxe Rooms - City view
Booking.com

C$ 1,433/night

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Standard Rooms - Courtyard view
1 king bed

1 king bed

Priceline

C$ 929/night

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Superior Rooms - Panoramic view
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C$ 1,414/night

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Luxury Rooms - Sea view
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C$ 1,532/night

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Double Rooms - Park view
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C$ 1,716/night

C$ 1,716 totalBooking.com
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King Rooms - Mountain view
1 king bed

1 king bed

Agoda.com

C$ 1,201/night

C$ 1,201 totalAgoda.com
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Queen Rooms - Courtyard view
1 queen bed

1 queen bed

Expedia

C$ 928/night

C$ 928 totalExpedia
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Other Rooms - Park view
2 queen beds

2 queen beds

Preferred Hotels

C$ 1,096/night

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Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Beachfront
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking
  • Shuttle service (free)

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Hypoallergenic
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled Access
  • Elevator
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Adapted bath
  • Allergy-free room
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining table

General

  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Storage available
  • Beachfront
  • Fireplace
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Bicycle rental
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Evening entertainment
  • Beauty salon
  • Windsurfing
  • Hiking

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Rooftop pool
  • Massage
  • Sauna

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Additional toilet
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (free)
  • EV charging station
  • Valet parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Pants press
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Streaming service
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews

8.4
Very goodBased on 254 verified guest reviews
6.9Solo
7.8Friends
8.6Couples
8.2Families


Hotel Californian room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How does Hotel Californian compare to other 5-star hotels in Santa Barbara?

    Hotel Californian is typically below the average price of 5 star hotels in Santa Barbara. On average, you can expect to pay C$ 1,425 per night in Santa Barbara. Hotel Californian typically costs C$ 924 per night, which is C$ 501 cheaper than the Santa Barbara average.

  • How far is Hotel Californian from Santa Barbara?

    Hotel Californian is 13.9 km away from Santa Barbara. You can typically expect your drive time from Hotel Californian to Santa Barbara to be 26min. It might be worth looking up traffic trends near your hotel if you are worried about saving time.

  • What is the best way to get to Hotel Californian from Santa Barbara?

    With parking available at Hotel Californian, you could always rent a car for as low as C$ 65/day and park it at the hotel. This would give you freedom while visiting Santa Barbara. If you’re looking for a simple travel option from Santa Barbara to Hotel Californian, consider calling a taxi or rideshare service to take you to the hotel as well as around the city during your visit.

  • Is Hotel Californian pet-friendly?

    Hotel Californian welcomes pets at their venue.

  • Are there food options at Hotel Californian?

    There is a restaurant at Hotel Californian that can be used by visitors of the hotel. You can sit down or take food to go. Call the front desk at +1 805 882 0100 for kitchen hours. If you are staying at Hotel Californian, you are more than welcome to order food through the hotel’s room service menu.

  • Does Hotel Californian have a pool?

    Hotel Californian does have a pool on site that hotel guests may use. Be advised that hotels typically have rules associated with pool usage. momondo would advise you to check with the front desk before taking a swim.

  • What is the phone number for Hotel Californian?

    If you have questions about Hotel Californian or your reservation, please call the front desk directly at +1 805 882 0100.

  • Does Hotel Californian have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Hotel Californian has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • Is there a gym or fitness centre available to guests at Hotel Californian?

    Hotel Californian has a fitness centre available for guests who would like to use it throughout their stay.

  • What time is check-out for Hotel Californian?

    You can plan to arrive after 4:00 PM for checking in. Check-out time is 12:00 PM. We advise notifying the front desk of any requests as early as possible.

  • How much is a room at Hotel Californian?

    Prices may fluctuate based on room type, dates, and availability. You can find great room deals for Hotel Californian at the moment between C$ 734 and C$ 1,230 a night. Enter preferred dates in the form above to see the best-matched deals for you.

  • Is there laundry service in Hotel Californian?

    Yes, laundry services are accessible for guests staying at Hotel Californian, Santa Barbara. An iron and an ironing board will also be provided. You can ask for them at the front desk if they are not available in the room.

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Places of interest near Hotel Californian

Attractions in Santa Barbara, California curated by momondo

Hotel Californian location: 36 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Top landmarks

West Beach0.2 km
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum1.1 km
Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara1.1 km
Presidio of Santa Barbara1.3 km
Leadbetter Beach1.6 km
Santa Barbara Museum of Art1.7 km

Restaurants and Cafés

Goat Tree Restaurant0.0 km
Blackbird0.0 km
The Society: State & Mason0.0 km
Nuance0.1 km
Eladio's0.1 km
Santo Mezcal Restaurant at Hotel Indigo0.1 km
Bay Cafe0.1 km
Flor De Maiz0.1 km
Finney's Crafthouse & Kitchen - Santa Barbara0.1 km

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