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La Playa Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Santa Barbara City College

Photo gallery for La Playa Inn

Front of property - evening/night
Exterior
Hallway
Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds
Aerial view

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$467
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr

Explore the area

Map
116 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Santa Barbara City College
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | View from room

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Patio

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Patio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Santa Barbara

At La Playa Inn you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Santa Barbara City College and within 15 minutes of Stearns Wharf. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and LED TVs. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include a terrace, luggage storage and a front desk safe. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Santa Barbara Beach hotel, you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Santa Barbara County Courthouse and 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Santa Barbara Zoo.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 11 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Brophy Bros. Santa Barbara - ‬9 min walk

About this property

La Playa Inn

Hotel with free parking, steps from Santa Barbara City College
As a guest of La Playa Inn, you'll find a terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. La Playa Inn also features concierge services, a front desk safe, and a lift. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of La Playa Inn was completed in March 2020.

This Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2020
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
La Playa Inn offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 39-inch LED televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Indonesian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 39-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Days Inn Wyndham Santa Barbara Hotel
Days Inn Wyndham Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Days Inn
La Playa Inn Hotel
La Playa Inn Santa Barbara
La Playa Inn Hotel Santa Barbara
Days Inn by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at La Playa Inn?

La Playa Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at La Playa Inn?

As of 1 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Playa Inn on 2 Apr 2025 start from AU$466.70, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at La Playa Inn?

Yep, La Playa Inn has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to La Playa Inn?

Yep, La Playa Inn is a short 10-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at La Playa Inn?

No, La Playa Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at La Playa Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at La Playa Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

La Playa Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 842 out of 1035 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 159 out of 1035 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 1035 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1035 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 1035 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JAE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Shanthi, Fullerton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and adequate
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time here. Stayed 10 times at other Castillo St hotels. Will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

stacey

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Beautiful location, very cute hotel with super comfy beds and very clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room that feels more homey than big chain hotels. Downstairs room has a cute fenced-in back patio with a small table and chairs for morning coffee. Safe surroundings but people living in their vehicles across the street of the front of the hotel. Would return
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very clean and new and the staff were very friendly. I would recommend staying in this facility for both value and comfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and beautiful inn.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zeph

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, clean, quiet, nice rooms, close to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ilia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Arnulfo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thank you for the hospitality
We enjoyed the hotel and their hospitality. The hotel is clean and beautiful, and the staff is super nice. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
N/A
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and clean property. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Osma, Canyon Country

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very comfortable… the beds were a little too high but very comfortable…
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Onix

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So cute! Yummy breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern, uncluttered property and rooms. Tastefully decorated “Santa Barbara Modern” Close to everything in Harbor area, Arts District and State St. easy parking and plenty of charging stations for guests with EV’s. Short walk to breakfast at Janine’s fresh fruit and baked goods at foot of pier.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and the casual feeling of the hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024