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Hotel Californian

5.0 star property
Luxury beach hotel with spa, near Santa Barbara Zoo

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Parking available

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
The price is CA $890
CA $1,085 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - 9 Jan 2025

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Room, 1 King Bed (Sevilla)

Room, 1 King Bed (Sevilla)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Sevilla)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Sevilla)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sestina)

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sestina)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 46 sq m
  • 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
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 46 sq m
  • 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
  • 62 sq m
  • 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
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Granada)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Granada)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 51 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed (Cordova) | Bathroom

Room, 1 King Bed (Cordova)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 59 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Sestina)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Sestina)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 46 sq m
  • 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
Premium bedding
  • 119 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Granada)

Room, 1 King Bed (Granada)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 51 sq m
  • 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
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 51 sq m
  • 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
Premium bedding
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Sevilla)

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
  • 46 sq m
  • 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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Almeria)

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Almeria)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Almeria)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Almeria)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Almeria)

Highlights

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

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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
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
36 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Stearns Wharf - 6 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 9 min walk
  • Santa Barbara City College - 11 min walk
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 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 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.

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 available
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

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

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

  • Onsite self parking (USD 48 per night)
  • Onsite 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)

Traveling 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
  • Surf lessons nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2017
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Wine tasting room
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub 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 onsite 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 check-out. 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 to 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 vehicle 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 like 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 center and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Californian?
Yes, there are 3 onsite 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. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

Hotel Californian Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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

David, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nikolai, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nicholas, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Luis G, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

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, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Linda, 4-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Samson, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Lindsey, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

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, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Charlotte, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful rooms and property, close to the beach and close to all the restaurants
Samantha, 7-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

william, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good

Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Gil, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Stunning elegant beautiful hotel
Samantha, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel is in a very convenient location to walk to restaurants, the beach, wharf, and "salt cave"
Ted, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

amazing property and we will com back for more
RODELON, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jim, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Karen, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

JOANN, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jared, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Rachel, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location, great food and bar scene, tons of dining options near-by.
Richard, 1-night romance trip
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