Hotel Californian
Travelers can cycle along the coast or enjoy spa treatments by day at this beachside retreat, then savor evening meals at one of three restaurants
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Hotel Californian on Santa Barbara Beach offers a rooftop terrace, poolside bar, coffee shop, nearby cycling, and spa treatments from manicures to detox wraps. The helpful staff and proximity to Santa Barbara Harbor earn consistently positive reviews.
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9.2 out of 10
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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Almeria)
9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
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Room, 1 King Bed (Almeria)
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Almeria)
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
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Room, 1 King Bed (Cordova)
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Granada)
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
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Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
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Room, 1 King Bed (Granada)
8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
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Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
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Suite (Magellan)
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
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Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Sestina)
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
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Room, 1 King Bed (Sestina)
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sestina)
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Sevilla)
8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
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Room, 1 King Bed (Sevilla)
8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sevilla)
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
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Room, 1 King Bed (Tagerinn)
9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Almeria)
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Sevilla)
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Sevilla)
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
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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
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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
Premium bedding
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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
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About the neighborhood

36 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
What's nearby
West Beach2 min walk - 0.2 km
Stearns Wharf7 min walk - 0.6 km
Santa Barbara Harbor7 min walk - 0.6 km
Santa Barbara City College10 min walk - 0.9 km- MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation2 min walk - 0.2 km
Getting around
- Santa Barbara Station8 min walk
- Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)17 min drive
Restaurants
- SB Biergarten4 min walk
- Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant2 min walk
- Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen4 min walk
- Chad’s6 min walk
- The Harbor Restaurant6 min walk
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Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Resort fee: USD 62.81 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 60 per night
- Covered valet parking fee: USD 60 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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Reviews
Hotel Californian Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
9.8
Cleanliness
9.6
Location
9.2
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
12 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marian
16 December 2025
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Marian
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
6/10 Okay
Anton
8 January 2026
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Anton
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Moti
1 November 2025
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Moti
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Steven
11 November 2025
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Steven
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elliot
12 October 2025
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Elliot
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carlos
14 October 2025
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Carlos
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lydia
4 November 2025
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Lydia
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael
25 October 2025
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Michael
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Felipe
24 September 2025
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Felipe
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sandra
25 May 2025
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Sandra
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Samantha
11 September 2024
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Samantha
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Craig
18 June 2025
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Craig
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Pia
28 April 2024
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Pia
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
On kui
22 April 2025
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On kui
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Clifford
30 August 2025
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Clifford
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
John
20 October 2024
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John
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bonnie
19 February 2025
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Bonnie
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Samantha
24 February 2025
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Samantha
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Richard
24 July 2024
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Richard
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris
2 May 2024
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Chris
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christopher
31 August 2023
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Christopher
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dennis
21 August 2023
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Dennis
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Daniel R
5 November 2024
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Daniel R
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ted
20 August 2024
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