Hotel Californian
Hotel Californian
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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.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
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
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Availability
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1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
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 | ||
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Guests who stayed here loved
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.”- Chris
South Africa“Interior decor, easy to work with staff and location location location.” 
Serghei
Moldova“Everything was great ! Room is clean , very comfortable. Location good.”
William United Kingdom“Great location; dispersed location blended perfectly with the part of town it was in. Great staff, laid back but with the right mix of attention.”
Nadine
Germany“The location is great (2 minutes to the beach and pier), the rooms are spacious, the design of the hotel & rooms is wonderful, the bathroom is really luxurious and our room was really quiet.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants2 restaurants on site
- Goat Tree
- CuisineAmerican • Mediterranean
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Restaurant #2
No additional info available
Facilities of Hotel CalifornianGreat facilities! Review score, 8.6
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
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
PetsPets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
- Bicycle rental
- Live music/performance
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Beach
- Evening entertainment
- Cycling
- HikingOff-site
- CanoeingAdditional chargeOff-site
- WindsurfingAdditional chargeOff-site
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and charges are applicable.
ParkingPrivate parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs US$48 per day.
- Valet parking
- Parking garage
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
Reception services
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
- Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business facilities
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Business centreAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
General
- Shuttle service
- Pet bowls
- Hypoallergenic
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Laptop safe
- Packed lunches
- Carpeted
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Barber/beauty shop
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
Accessibility
- Auditory guidance
- Visual aids: Tactile signs
- Visual aids: Braille
- Emergency cord in bathroom
- Lower bathroom sink
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Outdoor swimming pool
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool is on rooftop
- Pool with view
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Spa facilities
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Hair styling
- Hair colouring
- Hair cut
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Hair treatments
- Make up services
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage
- Spa and wellness centreAdditional charge
- Fitness centre
- SaunaAdditional charge
Languages spoken
- English
House rulesHotel Californian takes special requests - add in the next step!
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 printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
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.
FAQs about Hotel Californian
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Hotel Californian is 1.1 miles from the centre of Santa Barbara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Room options at Hotel Californian include:
- Double
- Studio
- Suite
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Hotel Californian offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Spa and wellness centre
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Windsurfing
- Evening entertainment
- Beachfront
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Fitness
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Walking tours
- Yoga classes
- Bike tours
- Full body massage
- Happy hour
- Bicycle rental
- Live music/performance
- Couples massage
- Beauty Services
- Hand massage
- Facial treatments
- Waxing services
- Make up services
- Hair treatments
- Manicure
- Pedicure
- Hair cut
- Hair colouring
- Hair styling
- Body treatments
- Body scrub
- Body wrap
- Beach
- Spa facilities
- Swimming Pool
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Spa/wellness packages
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Check-in at Hotel Californian is from 16:00, and check-out is until 12:00.
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Hotel Californian has 2 restaurants:
- Restaurant #2
- Goat Tree
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Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Hotel Californian on this page.
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The nearest beach is just 200 yards from Hotel Californian. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at Hotel Californian may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
