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The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Santa Barbara Zoo

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January 2025

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Front of property
Room, 2 Queen Beds
Outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Exterior
Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Beach towels
  • Spa tub
  • Computer station
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
The price is CA $199
CA $227 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Franciscan Suite Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Franciscan Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible | View from room

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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CA $299 total
includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Map
109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive
  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 47 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min walk
  • Goleta Station - 13 min drive
  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Biergarten - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Brophy Bros. Santa Barbara - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Santa Barbara Zoo. Guests can get a morning swim in at the outdoor pool, and the spa tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and beach location.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 50 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • 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
  • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours

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 18

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Food and water bowls available

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Franciscan Inn
Franciscan Inn Santa Barbara
Franciscan Santa Barbara
Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara
Franciscan Inn Santa Barbara Ca
The Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara
The Franciscan Inn
Franciscan Inn Suites
The Franciscan Hotel Hotel
The Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara
The Franciscan Hotel Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Does The Franciscan Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Franciscan Hotel 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 The Franciscan Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9 AM to 10 PM.
Are pets allowed at The Franciscan Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Franciscan Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Franciscan Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Franciscan Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the spa tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool.
What's the area around The Franciscan Hotel like?
The Franciscan Hotel is in Santa Barbara Beach, a short 9-minute walk from Santa Barbara Station and 4 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara Harbor. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.

The Franciscan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Nice remodel.
The remodel turned out very nice. It needs some art on the walls though so it doesn't feel so sterile. TV was impossible to figure out to just watch local network news. Wish hotels had more hooks to hang jackets. No full length mirror was a disappointment
Yerko, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2 day trip
Really lovely relaxing place to stay. Excellent service. Defiantly would stay again.
Sheila, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice, older fit and finish
We spent the Thanksgiving weekend in Santa Barbara, with a stay at the Franciscan. The location of the hotel was perfect, being just a block from the beach on a nice street. The hotel itself was nice, with a boutique feel to it, as opposed to a “typical” chain and service was excellent. The room itself was lackluster given the cost. It felt dated and well used. A wall unit heating/cooler, with the remote clamped in a jury rigged fastener on the wall, the bath was small with obvious signs of repair and relocated fixtures. All of it worked, but felt more like a mid-range motel, not a high end hotel. All in all, not bad, just not as upscale as one might expect from a high cost property.
Bruce, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The Franciscan Inn exceeded our expectations with nicely renovated rooms that were spotless. Beds were comfy and we loved the very quiet split heaters. Location is fabulous. The staff was very helpful. We’ll be back!
Kathleen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay. Beautiful hotel.
Julie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kayla, 2-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

Clark, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Feel like home
Always a great place to stay. My #1 hotel in Santa Barbara. Feels like home.
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was aesthetic, clean, comfortable, and styled nicely to match Santa Barbara. Additionally, to my surprise, the Wi-Fi in the room was as fast as my wired fiber optic connection at home. I needed to work while I was there, and it was perfectly fast.
Glenn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

James, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Best choice in SB
A+ location, service and amenities. Room was massive and very nice. The pool was a great touch.
Greg, 2-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

Nice location
This is a very nice property and a great location for everything to do in Santa Barbara. The staff are very friendly. The breakfast selection was pretty limited. The room was so sparsely furnished that it was not very comfortable. The TV didn’t have very many channels to choose from.
MARY, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel
Friendly staff, terrific location near town and the beach and very clean. We would definitely recommend this hotel and would stay here again.
Denise, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Weston, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Halley, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Friendly hotel in a great location
The Franciscan is a very good hotel. The rooms are spacious, well appointed, and very clean. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. The location is fantastic, just a short walk (block & a 1/2 to the beach). The bed was too firm for my wife and I, so we didn't get as good a night sleep as expected. That's the only thing that kept me from giving 5 stars.
Sean, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kathleen, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Jeffrey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Matthew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really like the location of the Franciscan hotel. It’s a five minute walk to the beach, but nestled in a residential community. The grounds of the hotel and the room were very clean. Nice wood laminate floors, and simple but sophisticated decor. The view of the Santa Barbara mountains at Sunset was beautiful. Chocolate chip cookies every afternoon ~ nice touch. Lori. Sept. 2024
Lori, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Cory, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Katherine, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Josue, 2-night family trip
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