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Hotel Californian

5.0 star property
Stylish beach retreat with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service
  • Gym

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed (Sevilla) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed (Sevilla)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 490 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Sevilla) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Sevilla)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 490 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sestina) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sestina)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 490 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Sestina)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 490 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Tagerinn)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 670 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sevilla)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 490 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Granada) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Granada)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 550 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed (Cordova) | Bathroom | Designer toiletries, bathrobes, slippers, towels

Room, 1 King Bed (Cordova)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 640 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Sestina) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Sestina)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 490 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Flat-screen TV, pay movies

Suite (Magellan)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1280 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Granada) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed (Granada)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 550 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Granada)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 550 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Sevilla)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 490 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Sevilla) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Sevilla)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 490 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Almeria)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 450 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Almeria) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Almeria)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 450 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Almeria)

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed (Almeria)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 450 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Almeria) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Almeria)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 450 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Cordova)

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Cordova)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 640 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Sestina)

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Sestina) | View from room

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Sestina)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 490 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
36 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Stearns Wharf - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Barbara City College - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 4 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Roasting Company - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Californian

Luxury family-friendly hotel near Santa Barbara Harbor
Take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Hotel Californian. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a deep-tissue massage, or a facial at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 on-site restaurants. A garden, a hair salon, and a library are available to all guests.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and valet parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, a front-desk safe, and a ballroom
  • Games, smoke-free premises, and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 121 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Daily housekeeping and desks

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 55 per night)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 55 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 8 to 22 for adults and USD 5 to 18 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private wine tours
  • Wine tasting room
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Free children's club
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

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
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 200.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 52.28 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room bottled water
  • Internet access
  • Newspaper
  • Phone calls
  • Shuttle service

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 22 for adults, and USD 5 to 18 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 55 per night
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 55 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: USD 200.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Californian?

As of Mar 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Californian on Mar 27, 2025 start from $619.65, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hotel Californian pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 200.00 per stay and a fee of USD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel Californian?

Self parking is available for USD 55 per night. Valet parking is available for USD 55 per night.

What time is check-in at Hotel Californian?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Californian?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hotel Californian located?

This family-friendly Santa Barbara hotel is located near the airport, within a 10-minute walk of MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Harbor. Stearns Wharf and Moreton Bay Fig Tree are also within 10 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is only a 4-minute walk.

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Hotel Californian Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 655 out of 879 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 129 out of 879 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 879 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 879 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 879 reviews

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 Excellent

Samantha

Beautiful hotel & spa. Everyone on the staff was extremely helpful and nice. It’s walking distance from everything, beach and state street.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Very nice stay. Nice staff will return
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Beautiful hotel in a great part of town. Easy access to restaurants, safe and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R

Very clean, comfortable beds. Rooms were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Beautiful rooms and property, close to the beach and close to all the restaurants
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

The Location and Decor was perfect. First Class Experience!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stunning elegant beautiful hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Fantastic location, great food and bar scene, tons of dining options near-by.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Hotel is in a very convenient location to walk to restaurants, the beach, wharf, and "salt cave"
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

RODELON

amazing property and we will com back for more
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pia

Great location, beautiful hotel, close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nitin

A great property close to the beach and downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexsander

like it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Property was gorgeous and staff were amazing! Lots of great dining options within walking distance as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael loyola

Great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Great place. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Great location. Room service closes too early though (8pm).
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

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!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

todd

Very nice place to stay, but expensive
Great location. Everything was really nice. However not worth $1,090 a night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhiana

Great location in the funk zone! Close to heaps of restaurants!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Top notch first class hotel. Rooms are spacious and light. Staff is attentive and efficient.i hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin

beautiful rooms, attentive staff and great location

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Amazing location, beautiful, spacious rooms!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Location is great. Our stay was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023