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The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Santa Barbara Harbor

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Front of property
Outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Reception
Room, 2 Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Escape to The Franciscan Hotel in Santa Barbara Beach, where the tranquil atmosphere is perfect for relaxation. Soak up the sun by the outdoor pool with comfortable loungers and umbrellas or unwind with a rejuvenating soak in the spa tub. With free WiFi, bicycle rentals, and helpful staff nearby attractions are within easy reach.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Beach towels
  • Hot tub
  • Computer station
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
$194 nightly
The total price is $222
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 243 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Franciscan Suite Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 287 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 287 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 256 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 267 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Franciscan Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 287 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible | View from room

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 287 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
  • 498 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 287 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 267 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 3 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive
  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 47 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min walk
  • Goleta Station - 13 min drive
  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Brophy Bros - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Franciscan Hotel

When you stay at The Franciscan Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf. Guests can get a morning swim in at the outdoor pool, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. Also, Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Bowl are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and beach location.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 50 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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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 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • An outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM

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.
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Carte Blanche

Also known as

Franciscan Inn
Franciscan Inn Santa Barbara
Franciscan Santa Barbara
Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara
Franciscan Inn Santa Barbara Ca
The Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara
The Franciscan Inn
Franciscan Inn Suites
The Franciscan Hotel Hotel
The Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara
The Franciscan Hotel Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Does The Franciscan Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Franciscan Hotel 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.

Is there a pool at The Franciscan Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9 AM to 10 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Franciscan Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Franciscan Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Franciscan Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Franciscan Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool.

What's the area around The Franciscan Hotel like?

The Franciscan Hotel is in Santa Barbara Beach, a short 9-minute walk from Santa Barbara Station and 4 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara Harbor. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.

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The Franciscan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Location
Beach
Restaurant
Bed
Piers
Lobby
Coffee
Biscuits

What guests liked

  • The property's proximity to the beach was a major plus, with many guests enjoying the short walks to the shore. (65 reviews)
  • The pool was a highlight, being warm, nicely heated, and a great spot for kids to enjoy. (22 reviews)
  • Convenient and free parking was a major plus for guests. (16 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

I highly recommend The Franciscan Hotel. It is so convenient to all things Santa Barbara and a beautiful and comfortable hotel.
Madison, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were friendly and the location is great. Hotel amenities were spot on.
Enamari, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Will be back

Really enjoyed our stay at this hotel. The accommodations were clean, comfortable and modern. The employees were friendly and helpful.
Joey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location and friendly staff!
Ed, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent resort.
Nancy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

lovely and affordable resort like feel without resort prices
Lara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay here, such comfortable bedding and pillows, easy access to the water, nice staff.
Aathith, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Santa Barbara food show

This property was amazing. We came there for a food show, put on by Jordanos. Absolutely loved our room. We stayed in the two room suite and it was perfect.
Troy-Susie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Top Hotel In Santa Barbara

This hotel was well kept and clean ! Stayed here for one night but was able to appreciate location of hotel and cleanness.
Carlos, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, renovated rooms

This is a nice renovated hotel with a great location a block from the beach. The hotel is quiet and comfortable. We booked a room with a balcony. There are a bunch of restaurants about 4 blocks away. I appreciate being able to park my car and walk to restaurants and the beach. The pier is also very close, a few blocks down. The rate included breakfast, but it was pretty weak, just coffee, juice and a few pastries. Overall, I would recommend and stay here again.
kimberly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great facility. Breakfast included.
Anna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property
Brady, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean,quiet , and comfortsble
Ronald, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I'd definitely stay here again.

Nice hotel. Close to the beach, the pier, and downtown Santa Barbara. Had a suite that was clean and roomy, with a comfortable bed and a private balcony. Only minor complaint is that the Continental breakfast could have been better. Overall, it was a very pleasant stay.
Hector, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was clean and reception was very nice. Planning on staying again soon
Cabernet, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful stay at The Franciscan Hotel! The location is close to the marina, Stearns Wharf, the Funk Zone & State Street. The hotel’s hot breakfasts & free bike rentals were added bonuses! We plan to stay here again.
Cynthia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Franciscan is well located, walkable to beach State St. It is well maintained
Richard, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful location for strolling both piers with great choices of eateries, and the bed was so comfy. AWESOME family owned establishment and you can tell they CARE.
Joann, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic stay!

The staff was kind and the room was very nice and comfortable. The studio set up gives you plenty of room. The pool was warm and it was a super quick walk to the beach. I would definitely recommend staying here!
Danielle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very kind staff. Loved the free breakfast and bikes.
Julie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was very clean and spacious. The location is ideal with walkable dining options and 5 min walk to the beach. Ben at the front desk was super helpful and even provided a map of the area with kid friendly recommendations of places to visit. We plan to stay here on our next visit.
Abigail, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location is fabulous. The hotel is very clean, the rooms are spacious and comfortable. Very happy with our choice.
BLANCA, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean. Will stay again next time we're in SB.
Thomas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My fiancé and I love this place, specifically their concierge, Ben. Ben made our stay so wonderful and memorable because of his friendly and hospitable personality. Absolutely coming back again!
Milad, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property! I highly recommend it for business or personal travel.
Joseph, 1-night trip