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About the Hotel

36 State Street, Santa Barbara, California, United States
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Next to the Funk Zone
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Located only 1.7 km from the sand Leadbetter Beach, the 5-star Hotel Californian Santa Barbara offers air-conditioned rooms about a 20-minute walk from the Santa Barbara Art Glass. Situated just a few steps from the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, the hotel features a heated pool and a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna.

Location

This Santa Barbara hotel is nestled near a beach district 450 metres from the Ambassador Park. Natural attractions in the area include Shoreline Public Park, within 25 minutes' walk of the Californian Santa Barbara, and a beach is approximately 5 minutes' walk away.

The accommodation also lies near a mountain, and the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park is 2.2 km away. Guests can visit the Kids World playground, which is 30 minutes' stroll away, and spend quality time with their families.

Santa Barbara airport is 25 km from Hotel Californian and Santa Barbara Amtrak train station is around 700 metres away.

Rooms

All of the allergy-free rooms are complete with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as a mini fridge bar, and some of them include a balcony and a seating area. Fitted with elegant furnishings and carpeted floors, they also offer views of the sea.

Eat & Drink

The smoke-free Californian serves Moroccan cuisine on site at Goat Tree restaurant. There is a Moroccan restaurant with city views on the site of this hotel. The property invites guests to have a drink at a lounge bar.

Leisure & Business

The hotel boasts a bar and a marina, where you can relax with friends or family. Keeping fit at the Californian is convenient thanks to a fitness club that offers yoga classes. Onsite wellness options include a spa salon along with body scrub, pedicure, and manicure. This hotel offers meeting rooms where guests can use conference facilities and a laptop safe.

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll through the Santa Barbara Mission for stunning architecture.
  • Taste fresh tacos at La Super Rica, a local favorite since the '80s.
  • Wander the Funk Zone's art galleries and wine tasting rooms.
  • Visit the Santa Barbara Museum of Art for unique local exhibits.
  • Relax at Butterfly Beach for breathtaking sunset views.
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Hotel Californian offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Queen Room
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Standard King Room
2 persons
360 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Deluxe King Room
2 persons
400 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Superior King Room
2 persons
335 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

Hotel Californian offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.8/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Paid Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Hairdresser
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Yoga class
  • Fishing

Services

  • Free shuttle service
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Rooftop pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view
  • Make up services

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Hotel Californian Location

36 State Street, Santa Barbara, California, United States
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36 State Street, Santa Barbara, California, United States
Nearby
Museum
MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
1500 ft
211 Stearns Wharf
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
1500 ft
Chapala St & Montecito Street
Moreton Bay Fig Tree
1600 ft
Winery
Santa Barbara Wine Collective
700 ft
217 State St
Reagan Ranch Center
900 ft
Park
Ambassador Park
1400 ft
Yanonali Street
Funk Zone
2000 ft
16 Helena Ave
Santa Barbara Surfing Museum
500 ft
Beach
West Beach
1400 ft
Beach
Loquita Santa Barbara
800 ft
216 East Yanonali Street
Metropulos Fine Foods Merchant
1200 ft
Winery
Municipal Winemakers
500 ft
Store
Surf N Wear's The Beach House
300 ft
409 State St
Faith Mission
1800 ft
Restaurants
Finney's
200 ft
35 State St Suite A
Blackbird
300 ft
36 State St
The Lark
800 ft
131 Anacapa St Suite A
Santa Barbara FisHouse
1000 ft
101 E Cabrillo Blvd
Santo Mezcal
500 ft
119 State St
Bluewater Grill
600 ft
15 East Cabrillo Avenue
Oku
600 ft
29 E Cabrillo Blvd
Lucky Penny
800 ft
127 Anacapa Street
Helena Avenue Bakery
1100 ft
131 Anacapa St Ste C
Enterprise Fish Co
1100 ft
225 State Street
Brass Bear Brewing & Bistro
2100 ft
28 Anacapa St E
Getting around
City Centre
Santa Barbara15 min  ·  4000 ft
Airports
Santa Barbara (SBA)31 min  ·  12.7 mi
Presidente Itamar Franco (iza)74 min  ·  30.3 mi
Train
Santa Barbara Amtrak4 min  ·  1000 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at USD 55 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for additional charge.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Number of floors:
4
Number of rooms:
126

Reviews and Ratings

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Review score
Based on 189 verified reviews
8.5/10
Great
79%
Recommend
Cleanliness
9.1/10
Comfort
9.3/10
Facilities
8.8/10
Location
9.4/10
Staff
8.7/10
Value for money
7.1/10
Guest reviews
based on 554 reviews
4.5/5
based on 139 reviews
8.5/10
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