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Palihouse Santa Barbara

4.0 star property
Mediterranean Santa Barbara hotel in Laguna with a fitness centre
your current months are February, 2025 and March, 2025.
February 2025
March 2025

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (The Grand Studio Double) | View from room
View from room
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Superior Room, 1 King Bed (The Grand Studio)

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service
  • Bar
The current price is AU$651
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb

Explore the area

Map
915 Garden Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Presidio Santa Barbara
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara Historical Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (The Deluxe King)

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (The Deluxe King)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (The Classic)

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (The Classic)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (The Grand Studio ADA- Roll In Shower)

View from room

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (The Grand Studio ADA- Roll In Shower)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View | Living area

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 76 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (The Grand Studio)

View from room

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (The Grand Studio)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (The Grand Studio Double)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (The Grand Studio Double) | View from room

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (The Grand Studio Double)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Economy Suite, 1 King Bed, Pool View (The Deluxe Studio)

Economy Suite, 1 King Bed, Pool View (The Deluxe Studio)

Economy Suite, 1 King Bed, Pool View (The Deluxe Studio)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara places you in the centre of Santa Barbara, within a short 5-minute stroll of Presidio Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Historical Museum. Highlights at this boutique hotel include in-room fireplaces, balconies and LCD TVs. .The restaurant, Palihouse Santa Barbara, is open for breakfast and lunch. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, gym and pool loungers as well as access to free bike hire. Other amenities include concierge services, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Each morning full breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including food and water bowls, an off-lead area and pet-sitting services. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Laguna hotel include Lobero Theater and De la Guerra Plaza.

What's nearby

  • Presidio Santa Barbara - 4 min walk
  • Lobero Theater - 6 min walk
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 8 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 18 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 5 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McConnell's Fine Ice Creams - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Handlebar Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪California Pasta - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jill's Place - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪South Coast Deli- Carrillo - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Mediterranean Santa Barbara hotel in Laguna with a fitness centre
Palihouse Santa Barbara offers its guests an outdoor pool, a fitness centre, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the boutique Palihouse Santa Barbara.

This Mediterranean Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2001
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Palihouse Santa Barbara offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

40-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5 to 30 for adults and USD 5 to 30 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Palihouse Santa Barbara

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 136 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 45 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls, an off-lead area and pet-sitting services are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 39.27 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach towels
  • Bicycle storage
  • Concierge service
  • Faxes
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Internet access
  • Parking
  • Pool access
  • Self-parking
  • Sporting facilities or equipment
  • Wired Internet access (may be limited)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 30 for adults and USD 5 to 30 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 136 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Spanish Garden Inn
Palihouse Santa Barbara Hotel
Palihouse Santa Barbara Santa Barbara
Palihouse Santa Barbara Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Palihouse Santa Barbara?

Palihouse Santa Barbara offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Palihouse Santa Barbara?

As of 1 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palihouse Santa Barbara on 4 Feb 2025 start from AU$587.64, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Palihouse Santa Barbara?

The closest beach to Palihouse Santa Barbara is Leadbetter Beach (2.6 km).

Does Palihouse Santa Barbara have a pool?

Palihouse Santa Barbara has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Palihouse Santa Barbara a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Palihouse Santa Barbara.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Palihouse Santa Barbara?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Palihouse Santa Barbara serve breakfast?

Yeah, full breakfast is offered daily between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Palihouse Santa Barbara?

No, Palihouse Santa Barbara does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Palihouse Santa Barbara?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch.

What time are check-in & check-out at Palihouse Santa Barbara?

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

Are pets allowed at Palihouse Santa Barbara?

Dogs are welcome at Palihouse Santa Barbara, with dog exercise areas, pet-sitting services and food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet, with a maximum weight of up to 20 kg per pet.

Palihouse Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 229 out of 272 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 272 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 272 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 272 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 272 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

KRISTIAN

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel with exceptional staff!
This hotel was so incredibly beautiful. Walking distance to everything, the staff are fantastic, they hosted a free happy hour for guests, and the room was gorgeously decorated with a very comfy bed. I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ole mikael

Travelled with group
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pretty photos but shabby room
The staff were friendly and the pool area is very nice, but our room wasn't. The room was warm and stuffy much of the time because the AC is weak and shuts itself off after a couple hours. In a room with weak AC there should be bedding options other than a thick down comforter or a heavy blanket with a brown smear on it that looked like poo. Having nothing but a thick comforter in a warm room isn't cozy -- it's uncomfortable. The upholstery on both of the chairs had numerous stain blotches. The wooden toilet seat (looked like what you'd bring home from Walmart at midnight because it was the only one they had left) was missing the pads beneath the seat so it banged down directly (and loudly) on the porcelain bowl. The bathtub and shower are both visible from the rest of the room. Maybe that's supposed to be funky or sexy but it's really just awkward and uncomfortable. Even the minibar was weird -- stocked with bottles of soda but no bottle opener. I walked 5 blocks to Ralph's to buy a liter of Coke and we drank that instead of the bottle of Coke that was right there in our room. Maybe our room was supposed to be "shabby chic" but it was just plain shabby. If we had stayed at some 2-star harborside motel we would have taken these things in stride and just said "Oh well." But when you're staying at the "World Famous Palihouse" and paying $900 a night, "Oh well" becomes "What the hell?"
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Per

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great find in a very convenient location. The room was great, and we would go back. One little thing: the AC thermostat could not be set lower than 70 degrees. The room was a bit warm for us for sleeping and we would have liked to be able to lower it a degree or two.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik

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

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at a lovely boutique hotel with a chill vibe close to State Street.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jamie

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

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at the Palinhouse! Fantastic staff, location and accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and homey
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charity

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and rooms! 5/5
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great -- Noel and her team were awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Richard, Mills River

Liked: Amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

TIMOTHY

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Disappointed
One of the reasons we chose the hotel was for the well reviewed bar which was closed all Labor Day weekend, so we didn’t spend as much time relaxing at the hotel as planned. The entire time we were there, they were preparing for a visit from a regional manager or something so it was being overly cleaned all day, in every spot, all around you. Hanging out in their courtyard? A team of 4 people were wiping down the trees, planters, everything you can name. In the lobby? Contact cleaning, vacuuming, wiping down around you. It wasn’t relaxing when it was right next you the whole time. Want to use the pool? Sorry it closed for an hour while they paint the deck on a Sunday of a Holiday weekend. It definitely felt like our enjoyment and comfort was not the priority. We also sweated through the night. Even though the thermostat let you make the room 70 degrees, it was actually 73-74 through the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great costumer service. It felt quaint and personal. The room was so beautiful and the bed was the comfiest thing I’ve ever laid on.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended. Incredible staff, beautiful boutique hotel, convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Araceli

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

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

6/10 Okay

Kathy

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
For the nightly rate being charges the general condition and furnishings in the room were below par. Basics like coffee service in the morning etc we well below what i would expect from a hotel charging the types of process we paid.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024