Hotel Californian

36 State Street, West Beach, Santa Barbara, United States - Steps from the beach
4.5 554 reviews

Offering 126 rooms, the 5-star Hotel Californian Santa Barbara is near the beach district of Santa Barbara and approximately 6 km from Chaucer's Bookstore. Featuring a swimming pool and a pool bar, this smoke-free hotel is situated in a popular area, within walking distance of Stearns Wharf Harbor.

Location

The hotel is merely 450 metres from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, while Granada Theatre is around 25 minutes' walk away. Sports fans can also visit Peabody Stadium, about a 5-minute drive from the Californian Santa Barbara, and take their families to Santa Barbara Zoo, which is 2.5 km away. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to East Beach, which is merely 1.1 km away. Hotel Californian is centrally situated a short way from MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. The property is located 25 km from Santa Barbara airport and only 10 minutes' walk from Flixbus bus stop.

Rooms

Some of the smoke-free rooms are appointed with a stone fireplace, and such self-catering options as a coffee machine. Private bathrooms include nice touches such as a shower cap. They offer views of the sea.

Food & Drinks

2 restaurants serving various cuisines await you onsite of this Santa Barbara hotel. Enjoy American cuisine in the restaurant Cafe Los Arcos, situated 500 metres away.

Leisure & Activities

The Californian indulges guests with a spa salon, as well as a fitness centre.

Why choose Hotel Californian Santa Barbara

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  • Luxury rooftop pool with ocean views

  • World-class dining and wine experiences

  • Majorelle Spa offers Moroccan treatments

  • Located in the vibrant Funk Zone

Main amenities

  • Paid Wi-Fi

  • Parking

  • 24-hour services

  • Express check-in/ -out

  • Swimming Pool

  • Private beach

  • Fitness/Gym

  • Sports activities

  • Spa and relaxation

  • Shuttle

  • On-site Dining

  • Meeting facilities

  • Child-friendly

  • Wheelchair access

  • Breakfast

  • Air conditioning

  • Pets

General
  • Paid Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour services
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Swimming Pool
  • Private beach
  • Fitness/Gym
  • Sports activities
  • Spa and relaxation
  • Shuttle
  • On-site Dining
  • Meeting facilities
  • Child-friendly
  • Wheelchair access
  • Breakfast
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets

Internet

  • Paid Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Parking
  • Valet parking

Shuttle

  • Free shuttle service

Activities

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

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Hairdresser
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining options

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

Business facilities

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

For kids

  • Cots
  • Board games

Recreation

  • 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

For disabled guests

  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

In the rooms

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

In the bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Design

  • Carpeted floor

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 16:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
until 12:00
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cots provided in a room.

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From USD 846 per night
Check-in 3 Aug 2025
Check-out 4 Aug 2025
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Location of Hotel Californian Santa Barbara

36 State Street, West Beach, Santa Barbara, United States

 -  Steps from the beach
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    36 State Street, Santa Barbara, United States

    Important information
    Hotel Californian
    Check-in:
    from 16:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    until 12:00
    • Children and extra beds
    • There are no cots provided in a room.