8.3avge. of 238 reviewsHotel Californian
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Why stay here?
- Weekends / Short Breaks
- Private Parking
- Hot tub/jacuzzi
- Sauna
- Fishing
- Spa Facilities
- Beachfront
8.3 Very Good
Average score from 238 Reviews
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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.
Important Information
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.
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Check Info and AvailabilityHotel Californian - Room Options
A selection of room types are usually available at Hotel Californian, including;
- Deluxe King Room
- King Studio
- King Studio - Accessible
- Superior King Suite
- Superior King Suite - Accessible
- Deluxe Double Room
- Deluxe King Room - Accessible
- Double Room
- King Room
- King Room - Accessible
- King Studio
- Queen Room
- Queen Studio
- Standard King Room
- Standard King Room - Accessible
- Standard Queen Room
- Superior Double Room
- Superior Double Room - Accessible
- Superior King Room
- Superior King Room - Accessible
- Superior Queen Room
Deluxe King Room (Double, Sleeps 2, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This double room has a seating area.
Standard King Room (Double, Sleeps 3, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This double room features a minibar.
Standard Queen Room (Double, Sleeps 3, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This double room offers a bathrobe.
Standard Queen Room (Double, Sleeps 4, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This double room features air conditioning.
Superior King Room (Double, Sleeps 3, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This double room has a balcony and minibar.
Superior Queen Room (Double, Sleeps 3, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This double room features a balcony and air conditioning.
Superior Double Room (Sleeps 4, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This double room has a balcony and air conditioning.
Deluxe Double Room (Sleeps 4, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This double room features a balcony and a view.
King Room (Double, Sleeps 3, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
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 minibar, a coffee machine, a wardrobe as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Queen Room (Double, Sleeps 3, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
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 minibar, a coffee machine, a wardrobe as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Double Room (Sleeps 4, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This double room has a balcony and minibar.
King Studio (Sleeps 3, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
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 minibar, a coffee machine and a seating area. The unit has 1 bed.
Queen Studio (Sleeps 4, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
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 minibar, a coffee machine, a seating area, as well as a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 1 bed.
King Studio (Suite, Sleeps 2, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
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 minibar, flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
Superior King Suite (Sleeps 2, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This suite features a seating area and bathrobe.
Standard King Room - Accessible (Double, Sleeps 3, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
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 minibar, a coffee machine and a wardrobe. The unit has 1 bed.
Superior King Room - Accessible (Double, Sleeps 3, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
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 minibar, a coffee machine, a wardrobe, as well as a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 1 bed.
Superior Double Room - Accessible (Sleeps 4, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
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 minibar, a coffee machine, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 2 beds.
Deluxe King Room - Accessible (Double, Sleeps 3, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
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 minibar, a coffee machine and a wardrobe. The unit offers 1 bed.
King Room - Accessible (Double, Sleeps 3, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
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 minibar, a coffee machine, a wardrobe, as well as a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 1 bed.
King Studio - Accessible (Suite, Sleeps 2, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This suite features air conditioning and a minibar.
Superior King Suite - Accessible (Sleeps 2, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This suite has a bathrobe and air conditioning.
Hotel Californian Useful Info
- 126 Rooms
Arrival and Departure
- Check In from 16:00
- Check Out to 12:00
Hotel Facilities
COVID-19 Precautions
- Cashless payments
- Cleaning chemicals effective against Coronavirus
- Rooms disinfected between stays
- Safety Protocols followed
- Social distancing (dining)
Cleaning
- Daily housekeeping
Sanitization
- All tableware sanitized
- Hand sanitizer provided
Sports & Outdoors
- Beach
- Canoeing
- Cycling
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Outdoor pool (all year)
- Pool with view
- Windsurfing
Health, Fitness & Wellness
- Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
- Yoga classes
Hair, Spa & Beauty
- Back massage
- Barber/beauty shop
- Beauty Services
- Body Treatments
- Body scrub
- Body wrap
- Couples massage
- Facial treatments
- Foot massage
- Full body massage
- Hair colouring
- Hair cut
- Hair styling
- Hair treatments
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Hot tub/jacuzzi
- Manicure
- Neck massage
- Pedicure
- Spa Facilities
- Spa and wellness centre
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Spa/wellness packages
- Waxing services
Leisure & Activities
- Sun Terrace
Travel & Transport
- Accessible parking
- Parking garage
- Private Parking
- Shuttle service
- Shuttle service (free)
- Valet Parking
Business & Internet
- Business centre
- Fax/photocopying
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Paid WiFi
- WiFi available in all areas
Food & Drink
- Bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Happy hour
- Packed lunches
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Wine/champagne
Services
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour security
- Concierge service
- Dry Cleaning
- Express check-in/check-out
- Ironing
- Key card access
- Laundry
- Lift
- Luggage storage
- Pets Allowed
- Private check-in/check-out
- Terrace
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Non-smoking rooms
- Trouser press
Entertainment
- Bike tours
- Evening entertainment
- Live music/performance
- Walking tours
Accessibility
- Emergency cord in bathroom
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
Outside
- Beachfront
Hotel
- Non-smoking throughout
- Lower bathroom sink
- Rooftop pool
- Fruits
- Fire extinguishers
- Soundproof rooms
- Visual aids: Braille
- Allergy-free room
- Smoke alarms
- Outdoor furniture
- Make up services
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Security alarm
- Pet bowls
- Sun umbrellas
- Board games/puzzles
Rating and Reviews
Hotel Californian has been assigned a 5 Star rating by our partner; this is an unofficial rating for ease of comparison, and you should be sure the property suits your needs before booking.
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