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Hotel Californian

· 36 State Street, Santa Barbara
Guest rating 8.3 out of 10Very good · 410 reviews

Popular facilities

  • WiFi
  • Restaurants and bars: The Knock, The Society: State & Mason, Goat Tree, Djinn
  • Bar
  • Tan Tan Pool
  • 24-hour state-of-the-art Fitness Center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Shuttle service (free)

About this hotel

Hotel Californian continues to redefine luxury in the celebrated American Riviera. The 121-room hotel in Santa Barbara is a magnet for the Hollywood elite, international visitors, and locals alike. Featuring dazzling spaces from celebrity designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard, the iconoclastic enclave - part history, part imagination, and all Californian - continues to drive the revitalization of Santa Barbara's Funk Zone while upending conventional expectations. Nestled in the Funk Zone, Hotel Californian offers stylish environs framing picturesque views of the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains. Comprised of three buildings and breezy outdoor courts, the architecture is a nod to the iconic Spanish Colonial Revival style with a distinctive Moroccan twist, with interiors elevated by the work of Martyn Lawrence Bullard. Each guestroom intertwines classic Spanish Colonial Revival architecture with Moroccan influences and rare custom furnishings, and each is distinctly unique in its design. Room and suite names honor the Moorish Troubadours of medieval Spain: Almeria, Sevilla, Granada and Cordova honor the royal cities of Moorish-controlled Medieval Spain, while Sestina pays homage to the song style of these illustrious bards, and Tangerinn memorializes the famous bar in Tangier. The hotel is dog-friendly and ADA compliant.

Check-out until 11:00 AM.

Rooms at this hotel

  • 1 extra-large double bed (super-king size) bed · 34 m² · Sleeps 3

    This double room features a rooftop pool. Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a mini-bar, a coffee machine, a wardrobe as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.

    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • +34 more
  • 1 queen bed · 31 m² · Sleeps 3

    Guests will have a special experience as this double room features a rooftop pool. Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a mini-bar, a coffee machine, a wardrobe as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.

    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • +34 more
  • 1 extra-large double bed (super-king size) bed · 119 m² · Sleeps 2

    This suite features a seating area and bathrobe.

    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • +40 more
  • 1 extra-large double bed (super-king size) bed · 31 m² · Sleeps 3

    This double room has a balcony and mini-bar.

    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • +36 more
  • 2 double beds · 37 m² · Sleeps 4

    This double room has a balcony and air conditioning.

    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • +34 more
  • 2 double beds · 39 m² · Sleeps 4

    This double room features a balcony and a view.

    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • +35 more
  • 1 extra-large double bed (super-king size) bed · 46 m² · Sleeps 3

    The rooftop pool is a top feature of this studio. Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this studio includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned studio offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a mini-bar, a coffee machine and a seating area. The unit has 1 bed.

    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • +35 more
  • 1 extra-large double bed (super-king size) bed · 57 m² · Sleeps 2

    This suite features air conditioning and a mini-bar.

    • Minibar
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • Mini-fridge
    • +34 more
  • 1 extra-large double bed (super-king size) bed · 33 m² · Sleeps 3

    This double room features a rooftop pool. Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a mini-bar, a coffee machine and a wardrobe. The unit has 1 bed.

    • Minibar
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • Mini-fridge
    • +34 more
  • 2 double beds · 37 m² · Sleeps 4

    Guests will have a special experience as the double room features a rooftop pool. Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a mini-bar, a coffee machine, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 2 beds.

    • Minibar
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • Mini-fridge
    • +34 more
  • 1 extra-large double bed (super-king size) bed · 37 m² · Sleeps 3

    This double room features a rooftop pool. Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a mini-bar, a coffee machine and a wardrobe. The unit offers 1 bed.

    • Minibar
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • Mini-fridge
    • +35 more
  • 1 extra-large double bed (super-king size) bed · 33 m² · Sleeps 3

    This double room features a mini-bar.

    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • +35 more
  • 2 double beds · 37 m² · Sleeps 4

    This double room has a balcony and mini-bar.

    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • +34 more
  • 1 queen bed · 54 m² · Sleeps 4

    This studio's special feature is the rooftop pool. Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this studio includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious studio provides air conditioning, a mini-bar, a coffee machine, a seating area, as well as a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 1 bed.

    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • +35 more
  • 1 extra-large double bed (super-king size) bed · 57 m² · Sleeps 2

    This suite features a rooftop pool and a fireplace. The spacious suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. This suite features air conditioning, a mini-bar, flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • +38 more
  • 1 queen bed · 28 m² · Sleeps 3

    This double room offers a bathrobe.

    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • +35 more
  • 2 queen beds · 39 m² · Sleeps 4

    This double room features air conditioning.

    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • +34 more
  • 1 extra-large double bed (super-king size) bed · 31 m² · Sleeps 3

    This double room features a rooftop pool. Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious double room features air conditioning, a mini-bar, a coffee machine, a wardrobe, as well as a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 1 bed.

    • Minibar
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • Mini-fridge
    • +34 more
  • 1 extra-large double bed (super-king size) bed · 34 m² · Sleeps 3

    Guests will have a special experience as this double room provides a rooftop pool. Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a mini-bar, a coffee machine, a wardrobe, as well as a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 1 bed.

    • Minibar
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • Mini-fridge
    • +34 more
  • 1 extra-large double bed (super-king size) bed · 119 m² · Sleeps 2

    This suite has a bathrobe and air conditioning.

    • Minibar
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • Mini-fridge
    • +36 more
  • 1 extra-large double bed (super-king size) bed · Sleeps 2

    The unit has 1 bed.

  • 2 double beds · Sleeps 2

    The unit offers 2 beds.

  • 1 queen bed · 31 m² · Sleeps 3

    This double room features a balcony and air conditioning.

    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • +35 more
  • 1 extra-large double bed (super-king size) bed · 37 m² · Sleeps 2

    This double room has a seating area.

    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • +36 more

Facilities

Internet

  • Complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access
  • WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Complimentary local transfers
  • Custom Hotel Californian bicycles
  • Cycling
  • Valet parking
  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Shuttle service

Food and drink

  • Restaurants and bars: The Knock, The Society: State & Mason, Goat Tree, Djinn
  • Rooftop bar (Mirador Rooftop)
  • In-room bar with local spirits and small-batch mixers
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Breakfast takeaway containers

Leisure and outdoors

  • 24-hour state-of-the-art Fitness Center
  • Beach chairs and umbrellas
  • Tan Tan Pool
  • Majorelle Spa
  • Fitness centre
  • Terrace
  • Sauna
  • Massage services
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sun terrace
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Beachfront
  • Pool with view
  • Rooftop pool
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Spa/wellness center services
  • Yoga classes
  • Beach

Services

  • Meeting and event venues
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Business center
  • Laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Concierge service
  • Cashless payment available
  • Walking tours
  • Bike tours

Families and accessibility

  • Pets allowed
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Pet bowls

Rooms and comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout

More

  • Tesla & standard EV car chargers
  • Complimentary tech & game library
  • Complimentary local calls
  • Access to exclusive on-property activities & events
  • Dog-friendly
  • ADA compliant rooms available
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Ironing service
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Canoeing
  • Windsurfing
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Allergy-free room
  • Evening entertainment
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Wine/champagne
  • Fruits
  • Beauty Services
  • Manicure
  • Pedicure
  • Hair Salon Services
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • Auditory guidance
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Key card access
  • Live music/performance
  • Happy hour
Health, safety and cleaning (16)
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Smoke alarms
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • 24-hour security
  • Security alarm