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Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
Hotel with bar/lounge, near Santa Barbara Harbor

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Coffee shop
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
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In the heart of Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, Drift Santa Barbara offers a unique experience. Enjoy a coffee at the cafe, grab a drink at the bar, or rent bikes to explore nearby Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor. With express check-in and helpful staff, your stay is sure to be smooth sailing.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Air conditioning
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike rental

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Elevator
  • Premium bedding
  • Bathrobes
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Netflix
$221 nightly
The total price is $253
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, City View (Cozy)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Tree House, View (State Street View)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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City view

Room (Cozy)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Mountain view

Premium Room, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Penthouse (Drift)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Penthouse (Drift)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Bunk Room)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room, Balcony, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
524 State St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive
  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 38 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Station - 8 min walk
  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 13 min drive
  • Goleta Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Barbara Craft Ramen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Cruisery - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels puts you just a 5-minute drive from Santa Barbara Bowl and Santa Barbara Zoo. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Santa Barbara Harbor and University of California, Santa Barbara are within a short drive. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 46 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
DONE

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Uncovered onsite self parking (USD 25 per day)
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • To-go breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe

Here's the breakdown, no surprises

Optional extras

  • To-go breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 15 per person

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs USD 25 per day

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Drift Santa Barbara
Drift Santa Barbara a Member of Design Hotels
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels Hotel
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Does Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 25 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What's the area around Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels like?

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels is a short 8-minute walk from Santa Barbara Station and 17 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara Harbor. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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