Hotel Californian

4.3
523 reviews

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A luxury hotel in Santa Barbara's Funk Zone, Hotel Californian continues to redefine luxury in the celebrated American Riviera.

Location

Hotel Californian
36 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
93101, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.3
523 reviews
5 stars
371
4 stars
50
3 stars
35
2 stars
28
1 star
39
  • BS
    Blaine Smith
    Oct 26, 2025
    5.0
    Nice hotel in a great downtown location
  • MP
    Monica Paulino
    Oct 22, 2025
    5.0
    I spent two night at the Hotel Californian on my own and could not have had a better stay. The property is gorgeous and feels like quintessential Santa Barbara! The hotel is one block from the beach and in the heart of the Funk Zone steps away from tons of great restaurants, coffee shops and bars. The team was very welcoming and made me feel very comfortable (especially important when traveling on your own). The room was extremely spacious and updated. When I arrived, I headed straight to The Society: State and Mason for one wine tasting and light bites. The team was so friendly and make me feel so comfortable. The wine were excellent! The following day, I had an amazing massage at the Majorelle Spa. The masseuse nailed the technique. The spa is small but has all the essentials you need — a sitting/relaxation area, steam room, hot team and light snacks. Overall I had a lovely stay and would absolutely come back! Highly recommend!
  • JW
    jordan wallace
    Oct 13, 2025
    5.0
    Great stay for a wedding, Ben at the front desk very helpful and accommodating will stay here again.
  • EP
    Erica Rochelle Photography
    Oct 8, 2025
    5.0
    Hotel Californian is an absolute dream for couples and photographers alike! Its mix of coastal charm and timeless architecture creates the perfect backdrop for romantic, sun-soaked wedding weekends. Every corner has a relaxed, elegant feel that photographs beautifully — especially with that soft Santa Barbara light. Truly one of my favorite spots to capture love stories.
  • MG
    Melissa Garcia
    Sep 30, 2025
    5.0
    Wow! My husband surprised me with a stay here in Santa Barbara for one year wedding anniversary/ babymoon and all I can say is that this hotel was so comfortable and located in such a nice area centrally located and within walking distance to the pier and other delicious restaurants. All the details make the place magical. The customer service from ALL staff is exceptional. The bed is like sleeping on a cloud. And the pool although small is still a decent size, is warm and has a beautiful view of the pier/beach. I hope to be back with our little one soon :) thank you for making our stay here unforgettable

Frequently Asked Questions About Hotel Californian

WHAT TIME IS CHECK IN?

4PM

WHAT TIME IS CHECK OUT?

12PM