10/10 Exceptional
Greta location
michael
michael, 3-night trip
Hotel Californian
Luxury beach hotel with spa, near Santa Barbara Bowl
On Santa Barbara Beach, Hotel Californian offers a luxurious retreat with a rooftop terrace, poolside bar, and coffee shop. Enjoy cycling or unwind at the spa with treatments like manicures and detox wraps. Guests rave about the helpful staff and location near Santa Barbara Harbor.
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Spa
- Pet friendly
- Parking available
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
Main amenities (12)
- Daily housekeeping
- Near the beach
- 3 restaurants and bar/lounge
- Full-service spa
- Outdoor pool
- Breakfast available
- Free children's club
- Fitness center
- Valet parking
- Self parking
- Pool bar
- Room service
For families (6)
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Children's club (free)
- Private bathroom
- Premium TV channels
- Garden
- Terrace
$702 nightly
$802 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
Why we love this property
Spa sanctuary
A full-service spa offers aromatherapy, facials, and massages in serene treatment rooms. The hotel features a steam room, fitness room, and garden.
Chic city luxury
Discover serenity at this luxury hotel with a garden retreat in the middle of the bustling city. Each space features elegant, curated decor.
Taste the wine culture
Discover 3 restaurants, a cafe, and a bar at this hotel. Enjoy wine tours, in-room champagne service, and private dining for couples.
Room options
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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Almeria)
Wonderful
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
- City view
- 450 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
Room, 1 King Bed (Almeria)
Exceptional
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
- City view
- 450 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
Room, 1 Queen Bed (Almeria)
Exceptional
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
- City view
- 450 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Queen Bed
Room, 1 King Bed (Cordova)
Exceptional
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
- Ocean view
- 640 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
Room, 2 Queen Beds (Granada)
Exceptional
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
- Mountain view
- 550 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
Room, 1 King Bed (Granada)
Excellent
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
- Mountain view
- 550 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
Suite (Magellan)
Exceptional
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
- Mountain view
- 1280 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
Room, 2 Queen Beds (Sestina)
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
- Ocean view
- 490 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
Room, 1 King Bed (Sestina)
Exceptional
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
- Ocean view
- 490 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sestina)
Exceptional
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
- Ocean view
- 490 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Queen Bed
Room, 2 Queen Beds (Sevilla)
Excellent
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
- City view
- 490 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
Room, 1 King Bed (Sevilla)
Excellent
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
- 490 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sevilla)
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
- City view
- 490 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Queen Bed
Room, 1 King Bed (Tagerinn)
Wonderful
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
- Mountain view
- 670 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Almeria)
Exceptional
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
- City view
- 450 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Sevilla)
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
- City view
- 490 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Sevilla)
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
- City view
- 490 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Granada)
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
- City view
- 550 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Sestina)
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
- City view
- 490 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Cordova)
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
- City view
- 640 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood
36 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
About this property
Hotel Californian
Hotel Californian is a great choice for your beach stay in Santa Barbara, putting you near activities like 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 center are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.
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Hotel Californian Reviews
Wonderful
9.8
Cleanliness
9.6
Location
9.2
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
- The property's proximity to the beach was incredibly convenient and offered stunning views from the rooftop pool. (8 reviews)
- The rooftop pool was spacious, relaxing, and offered incredible views. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.Popular mentions
RoomLocationService staffBeachRestaurantViewAmenitiesRoom serviceBuildingBed10/10 Exceptional
Spotless rooms and the beds were AMAZING
Jill
Jill, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Loved our stay
Greg
Greg, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Love the design and location.
Moti
Moti, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The hotel is beautiful. Location is perfect. We loved our stay here and would definitely recommend it. We had the king size bed and literally melted to sleep, it was so comfortable.
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Lovely hotel, with some amazing Spanish architectural influences in the design.
10/10 would stay again.
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Staff friendly and helpful. Excellent location.
Carlos
Carlos, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great valet and housekeeping services. Amazing location.
Elliot
Elliot, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Love the property, not a fan of shower curtains, will request glass shower in the future.
Karen R
Karen R, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The room was beautiful, and the hotel is in a great location. We got an early check-in, always nice. Lots of restaurants in the area. Easy walk to the wharf and beach. Going the opposite direction on State St., you come to the busy area of State St. Further on down (10 min. drive), you come to lower State St. with a calmer vibe of restaurants and shops. Wish we had been able to stay longer.
Lydia
Lydia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Elegant. Quiet. Super comfortable. Excellent decor. Excellent staff
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Staff was excellent
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very clean room very modern furniture great bathroom service impeccable
Felipe
Felipe, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The best hotel in Santa Barbara. Great attentive and friendly staff. The premises take you away to Caribbean paradise feeling.
Abraham
Abraham, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
It was a lovely hotel
THOMAS
THOMAS, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
So luxurious, and the staff were outstanding!
Sandra
Sandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great room! Comfortable bed nice art work, first rate liquors, coffee snacks. Pleasant staff. Great location.
Christopher
Christopher, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Loved our stay here! It was the perfect trip!
Bethany
Bethany, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The staff was super friendly and exceptional and the rooms gorgeous! Big and spacious, white marble bathrooms, the most comfy bed and bedding. Loved everything about it!!!
Patrice
Patrice, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The staff made us feel welcome from the time we arrived to when we checked out. Very accommodating and polite. We had a great little getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city. We will definitely be back!
Tiananmen
Tiananmen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great place to stay!
michael loyola
michael loyola, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Beautiful rooms and property, close to the beach and close to all the restaurants
Samantha
Samantha, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great location, beautiful hotel, close to the beach.
Pia
Pia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
This was our first visit to the area and our first stay at Hotel Californian. We were very pleased with the overall experience. The hotel offers excellent value, impeccable cleanliness, and attentive service. The property is stylish and well maintained, and the staff made us feel welcome. We look forward to returning.
Craig
Craig, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Good Location, excellent service ！ we will come again for sure!
On kui
On kui, 2-night trip
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