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    Hotel Californian

    141 reviews
    #18 of 53 Hotels in Santa Barbara
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    36 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-3528
    (805) 870-9427
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      4.5 
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      141 reviews
      Combining California Spanish Colonial architecture and Moorish inspired interior designs from celebrity designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard, the Hotel Californian features paseos, gardens, fountains, open plazas and a unique rooftop pool and event deck.
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      100Great for walkers
      Grade: 100 out of 100
      230Restaurantswithin 0.5 km
      77Attractionswithin 0.5 km
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      36 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-3528
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      Santa Barbara Airport14 km
      Santa Barbara Station4 min
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      Nearby restaurants
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      14 minAmerican
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      Jamie Slone Wines
      15 minWineries & Vineyards
      Cabrillo Bike Path
      8 minHiking Trails
      Reagan Ranch Center
      4 minSpeciality Museums
      Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
      14 minChildren's Museums
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      All reviews rooftop pool three buildings goat tree restaurant the main reception building casual dining venue construction zone management team across the street comfortable lounge chairs lower state street every amenity beautiful hotel double sinks rooms are large guest rooms star hotel bed and pillows
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      Reviewed 2 days ago
      Great hotel, great location

      Stylish hotel in a fantastic location close to the pier. I would recommend staying in the building where the swimming pool resides. $30 daily resort fee is the only negative on a great hotel. A trip to the Funk Zone is a must !

      Thank Stuart S
      Reviewed 1 week ago
      Hotel Californian Majorelle spa is a treat!

      Brenda Mills at Hotel Californian Majorelle spa is the best! I had the skinceutical facial peel and left glowing. She has calm, nurturing energy. Using the steam room before, is relaxing and gets the skin ready for the facial. The spa facility is beautiful.

      Thank Anjali O
      Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
      Rooftop Party

      Amazing! What can I say what better place to have a party? The view is amazing overlooking the Pacific in one direction and the mountains on the other.The accommodations were beautiful and very comfortable, totally over the top! The service was exceptional

      Thank cherylcX8195UG
      Reviewed 3 weeks ago
      Distinctly Underwhelming

      Promised to be a great experience, the truth is that you are paying top dollar for a underwhelming experience. The room was cool but tiny, and exceptionally noisy be it the next door neighbour, those on the street, the noisy sports bar across the way...More

      1  Thank peregrineh74
      Response from KristinaE658, Director of Rooms at Hotel CalifornianResponded 3 weeks ago

      Dear peregrineh74, we appreciate the feedback you provided on your recent stay at Hotel Californian. We do sincerely apologize for the noise disturbances you experienced during your stay. We do hope you give us another try on your next trip to Santa Barbara to show...More

      Reviewed 3 weeks ago
      Brilliant location, lovely design

      The great stuff first. A spectacularly comfy bed. Beautifully designed hotel, spotless. Lots of amenities in room. The location, 2 minutes from the beach, and right next to all the breweries/shops/restaurants of the Funk zone is great. A mark off for some bits and bobs:...More

      1  Thank Heidbummer
      Response from KristinaE658, Director of Rooms at Hotel CalifornianResponded 3 weeks ago

      Thank you Heidbummer for your feedback on your recent stay at Hotel Californian. We are thrilled you enjoyed the location and amenities in the room. We do apologize for the inconvenience you experienced with getting your keys remade and the slow service at Goat Tree,...More

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      Shannon R
      June 24, 2018|
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      Response from Crashbpm2 | Reviewed this property |
      It isn't on the beach. One or two blocks away. Towel and chairs avail at pool of course.
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      Chi-Lan L
      October 4, 2017|
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      Response from bculbreth | Property representative |
      Hotel Californian is pet friendly. There is a $150 pet fee per stay.
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      "ask for room high up so you dont get the noise"
      peregrineh74
      3 weeks ago
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      "Courtyard facing to avoid street noise."
      Heidbummer
      3 weeks ago
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      "Try to get a room with a balcony facing the ocean."
      KARXPRT
      Sep. 24, 2018
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      "Ask for a room that is in the same building as the rooftop pool"
      liseybear22
      Sep. 23, 2018
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      PRICE RANGE
      US$435 - US$822 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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      United StatesCaliforniaSanta Barbara
      NUMBER OF ROOMS
      121
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