Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

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5 stars 

36 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA, United States

Excellent410 verified ratings
8.7

$619

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Superior room
1 queen bed
$619
nightly with fees
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$727
nightly with fees
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$961
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Deluxe room
bed type unknown
$1,491
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bed type unknown
$1,538
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bed type unknown
$1,842
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King room
1 king bed
$716
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1 king bed
$716
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1 king bed
$765
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Standard Room
bed type unknown
$641
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bed type unknown
$701
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bed type unknown
$715
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Double room
bed type unknown
$1,142
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bed type unknown
$1,972
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Queen room
1 queen bed
$634
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1 queen bed
$698
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2 queen beds
$812
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Luxury Room
bed type unknown
$1,411
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bed type unknown
$1,925
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
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Hotel Californian Information

Discover essential information, amenities, and features of Hotel Californian, providing insights into what to expect during your stay. Information on this property was last updated on 9 December 2025.
Stylish beach retreat with outdoor pool Catch some rays at the nearby beach or spend the day relaxing at Hotel Californian's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants. Ho...

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Check-in time16:00
Check-out time12:00
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number+1 805 882 0100

Perks and amenities at Hotel Californian

A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at Hotel Californian
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beachfront
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking
  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Business centre

General

  • Wine glasses
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Cribs available
  • Feather pillow
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Packed lunches
  • Free toiletries
  • Room service
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Higher-level toilet
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hot tub
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Outdoor pool
  • Key card access
  • No smoking
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Laptop safe
  • Express check-out
  • Parking
  • Hairdryer
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Lowered sink
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Air-conditioned
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Trouser press
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Storage available
  • Private parking
  • Beachfront
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Disabled access
  • Beach chairs
  • Rooftop pool
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Safety deposit box
  • Fireplace
  • Sea view
  • EV charging station
  • Seating area
  • Lift
  • Minibar
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Shower cap
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible by lift
  • Accessible parking
  • Adapted bath
  • Slippers
  • First-aid kit
  • Socket near the bed
  • Additional toilet
  • Sofa
  • Alarm clock
  • Allergy-free room
  • Balcony
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Body soap
  • Bottle of water
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Refrigerator
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Sauna
  • Cleaning products
  • Dustbins
  • Coffee machine
  • TV
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Conditioner
  • Valet parking
  • Desk
  • Dining table
  • Wardrobe or closet

Activities

  • Beach access
  • Bicycle hire
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness centre
  • Streaming service
  • Windsurfing
  • Hiking
  • Massage
  • Yoga

Services

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Concierge service
  • Laundry service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Spa
  • Foot massage
  • Beauty salon
  • 24-hour security
  • Shuttle service (free)

Reviews for Hotel Californian

Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at Hotel Californian, providing insights into their experiences. Travellers have left 410 reviews of Hotel Californian to date. Review data was last updated on 9 December 2025.
8.7
Very Good410 verified ratings
Pros +
  • Free bikes great. (in 3 reviews)
  • Roof pool and spa is great! (in 14 reviews)
  • "Beautiful room, loved the decor and amenities." (in 12 reviews)
Cons -
  • Should be charged for a partial ocean View. (in 2 reviews)
  • But I was charged a pet fee? (in 3 reviews)
  • Front desk staff not great. (in 4 reviews)
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Photos of Hotel Californian

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Explore Santa Barbara

Hotel Californian is located at 36 State Street in the neighbourhood of Santa Barbara. Popular landmark data was lasted updated on 9 December 2025.

Most Popular Landmarks

Burton Mound

4 mins walk

0.4 km

West Beach

5 mins walk

0.4 km

Paseo Nuevo Mall

17 mins walk

1.4 km

De la Guerra Plaza

17 mins walk

1.4 km

Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

17 mins walk

1.4 km

Burton Mound

4 mins walk

0.4 km

West Beach

5 mins walk

0.4 km

Paseo Nuevo Mall

17 mins walk

1.4 km

De la Guerra Plaza

17 mins walk

1.4 km

Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

17 mins walk

1.4 km

Closest Airports

Santa Barbara Airport

16.5 km

Santa Barbara Airport

16.5 km

  • How far is Hotel Californian from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum?

    You can walk to Santa Barbara Maritime Museum while staying at Hotel Californian - you’ll be about 1.4 km away.

  • Is Hotel Californian close to The Arlington Theatre?

    Hotel Californian is a good choice to stay at if you want to visit The Arlington Theatre, which is 2 km away.

FAQs when booking at Hotel Californian

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding bookings, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at Hotel Californian. FAQs were last updated on 9 December 2025.
  • How close is Hotel Californian to the nearest airport, Santa Barbara Airport?

    At just 22.4 km apart, the expected drive time from the nearest airport, Santa Barbara Airport, to Hotel Californian is 0h 17m. The estimated drive time may vary depending on high and low traffic times in the surrounding area. This is especially true for metro areas.

  • Is Hotel Californian considered pet-friendly?

    Yes, dogs and most pets, in general, are allowed at Hotel Californian.

  • Is there a pool at Hotel Californian?

    Yes. HotelsCombined users travelling to Santa Barbara often look for hotels with a pool available. Most hotels have pool hours, so be sure to ask the front desk at Hotel Californian for pool rules and guidelines.

  • How close is Hotel Californian from the Santa Barbara city centre?

    Hotel Californian is 2.3 km away from the centre of Downtown, Santa Barbara. Consider visiting Santa Barbara Bowl, a popular landmark that can be accessed from Hotel Californian by various forms of transportation.

  • What is the Hotel Californian phone number?

    For questions about Hotel Californian and your reservation, contact the front desk directly at +1 805 882 0100.

  • Does Hotel Californian have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Hotel Californian has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • Is there a gym or fitness centre at Hotel Californian?

    Yes. You should consider staying at Hotel Californian if having access to a fitness centre on-site is important.

  • What is the check-out time at Hotel Californian?

    The standard check-out time at Hotel Californian is 12:00. Guests can usually check-in from 16:00. Special arrangements may be available if discussed with the front desk.

  • How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Californian, Santa Barbara?

    On average, guests have been paying $1,221 per night to stay at Hotel Californian. Some users have found rooms as low as $734 per night. Enter your dates in the form above to see the price rates available for your stay.

  • Is there a restaurant at Hotel Californian?

    There is a restaurant located in Hotel Californian. Please contact them for kitchen hours. For drinks at the accommodation, there is a bar available.

  • Does Hotel Californian have a laundry service?

    Yes, there is a hotel laundry service for guests at Hotel Californian. There is also an ironing board and iron in the accommodation.

  • Does Hotel Californian offer accessible rooms?

    Yes, Hotel Californian provides accessible rooms for guests requiring them. Make sure to check the deals available on HotelsCombined for the latest availability.

  • What is the cheapest month to stay at Hotel Californian?

    For the best chance to save money on your Hotel Californian reservation, consider staying in January, when prices are typically at their lowest ($335).

  • Are there any other Preferred hotels in Santa Barbara?

    In total, there is 1 location in Santa Barbara. The most popular Preferred property in Santa Barbara is Hotel Californian.

  • How far is Hotel Californian from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum?

    You can walk to Santa Barbara Maritime Museum while staying at Hotel Californian - you’ll be about 1.4 km away.

  • Is Hotel Californian close to The Arlington Theatre?

    Hotel Californian is a good choice to stay at if you want to visit The Arlington Theatre, which is 2 km away.

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