Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Hotel Californian
Located next to the Funk Zone in Santa Barbara, the Hotel Californian is just steps from the beach and features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy several on-site dining options and take advantage of the on-site spa. Every air-conditioned guest room is equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a refrigerator, a coffee machine, free toiletries and a desk. Some rooms also feature a balcony. The hotel has two locations where guests can dine. Goat Tree offers casual dining all day offering fresh local fare including pastries and baked goods, a full breakfast menu, and cold-pressed juices and coffee. Blackbird offers Mediterranean-influenced cuisine with the Pacific Ocean and Funk Zone as a backdrop. The hotel spa, Majorelle, offers a steam room, a salon, and an indoor and outdoor lounge. Kunin Wines is 100 metres from Hotel Californian, while Santa Barbara Wine Collective is 200 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Santa Barbara Airport, 14 km from the hotel.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Private parking
- WiFi available in all areas
- Beachfront
- Non-smoking rooms
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 2 restaurants
- Bar
Availability
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1 large double bed | ||
2 large double beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
2 double beds | ||
2 double beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
2 double beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
2 double beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed |
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
Umesh
India“A heritage hotel right @ the funk zone . The pier accessible by walk cycle cart and e cars around. The place to go have sea urchins 😉”- Lloyd
United Kingdom“Amazing location close to the beach and the Funkzone. I am fortunate enough to have stayed in a lot of 5* hotels and I think the room in this one is the best I have ever stayed in. The little touches like a little poem or words of wisdom left in...” - Craig
Australia“The room is beautifully appointed and the hotel is located in the best possible location.” - Nick
Hong Kong“Great location with hotel spread across three buildings at the end of state street and near Stearn’s pier - location is good and just one block from the water” 
Michael
Ireland“Fantastic hotel from start to finish. Great location, amazing staff and facilities. Well worth the money paid.”- Emma United Kingdom“Perfect location. Right in the heart of SB. So we could walk everywhere. Great for the beach, shopping, restaurants and looking around. Loved the pool area on the roof. Really lovely. The room was very big and beds very comfortable.”
- Thomas
Switzerland“As hoteliers/restaurateurs, we have a different and sometimes stricter perspective than others. I can only congratulate the hotelier here. We had room 320 and were completely satisfied. What a great room and the service was always unobtrusively...” 
Jem United Kingdom“loved the Californian - honestly came from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara it was like a breath of fresh air !! chalk and cheese - anyway great hotel - good food nearby - great everything ! will come again !”- Jonathan United Kingdom“Beautiful hotel in prime location for SB. Staff were excellent and naturally welcoming. Room was lovely and in very good condition. very child friendly hotel”
- Lucy United Kingdom“We only stayed one night, and wish it could have been a week. A stunning hotel with great facilities and helpful staff. Hopefully will return soon.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Goat Tree
- CuisineAmerican • Mediterranean
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Restaurant #2
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
