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Hotel Californian, Santa Barbara

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8.7|Great
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From$868 /nightOnly on Our Website-10%
Check-in
28Oct
Check-out
29Oct
Guests
2 Guests
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About the Hotel

36 State Street, Santa Barbara
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Next to the Funk Zone
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Hotel Californian Santa Barbara is situated in The Funk Zone with galleries, studios, museums, microbreweries, and restaurants, about a 25-minute walk from Shoreline Public Park and features 126 rooms with views of the sea. Guests can relax in a heated pool or benefit from a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna while enjoying a location only a few steps from MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Location

The hotel is near a beach district, 450 metres from Ambassador Park. Natural attractions in the area include the white - sand Leadbetter Beach, 1.7 km from the Californian Santa Barbara, and a beach is approximately 5 minutes' walk away.

Also, Chase Palm Park Recreation Center is situated 0.6 km away. Guests of the property can get to The Historic La Arcada Courtyard Shopping Mall, which is a 19-minute stroll away.

Flixbus bus stop is in close proximity to the 5-star Californian.

Rooms

The spacious rooms are complete with air conditioning, along with modern facilities such as premium cable channels and a TV set. The rooms have a private bathroom. Providing a sink, some bathrooms are also equipped with a shower cap and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

Guests have a choice to dine in one of the 2 restaurants onsite. The lounge bar will set you up nicely for enjoying your stay. Santo Mezcal, located 150 metres from Hotel Californian, serves Mexican cuisine to satisfy every taste.

Leisure & Business

The property’s pool area has a hot tub and sun loungers. As part of its commitment to guest wellness, this hotel includes a fitness centre featuring yoga.

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.

Select your room type

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
    Air conditioning
    Heating
  • Standard King Room
    2 persons
    360 sq. feet
    1 King-size bed
    Air conditioning
    Heating
  • Deluxe King Room
    2 persons
    400 sq. feet
    1 King-size bed
    Air conditioning
    Balcony
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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

Guest Parking

  • Private parking is possible on site at USD 55 per day.

Services

  • Free shuttle service
  • Valet parking
  • 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
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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 Barbara 15 min  ·  4000 ft
  • Airports
    Santa Barbara (SBA) 31 min  ·  12.7 mi
    Presidente Itamar Franco (iza) 74 min  ·  30.3 mi
  • Train
    Santa Barbara Amtrak 4 min  ·  1000 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at USD 55 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel at .
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

Feedback about Hotel Californian from previous guests about their experience.
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Comfort
9.3/10
Facilities
8.8/10
Location
9.5/10
Staff
9.1/10
Value for money
7.3/10
Guest reviews
based on 554 reviews
4.5/5
based on 119 reviews
8.7/10
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