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The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property

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Fountain
Outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Front of property
Santa Barbara Suite - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock
Reception

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for King Room - Ground Floor

King Room - Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Room - Ground Floor

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(86 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Queen Room - Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Queen Room - Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Two Queens - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

Two Queens - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Queens - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for King and Double w/ Patio - Ground Floor

King and Double w/ Patio - Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King and Double w/ Patio - Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe King - Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe King - Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Franciscan Suite - Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Franciscan Suite - Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Palm Suite - Accessible

Palm Suite - Accessible | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Palm Suite - Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Managers Suite - Ground Floor | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Managers Suite - Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior King Suite - Ground Floor | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Junior King Suite - Ground Floor

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Franciscan Suite Balcony - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

Franciscan Suite Balcony - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Franciscan Suite Balcony - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe King Balcony - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

Deluxe King Balcony - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe King Balcony - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Executive King - Accessible

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

Executive King - Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Edgewater Suite - Ground Floor, Loft 2nd Bedroom

Edgewater Suite - Ground Floor, Loft 2nd Bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Edgewater Suite - Ground Floor, Loft 2nd Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Santa Barbara Suite - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

Santa Barbara Suite - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Santa Barbara Suite - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Franciscan Suite Upstairs - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

Franciscan Suite Upstairs - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Franciscan Suite Upstairs - 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Franciscan Suite Patio - Ground Floor

Franciscan Suite Patio - Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Franciscan Suite Patio - Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Streetview King - Ground Floor

Streetview King - Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Streetview King - Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Streetview King w/ Kitchen - Ground Floor

Streetview King w/ Kitchen - Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Streetview King w/ Kitchen - Ground Floor

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for King Patio - Ground Floor

King Patio - Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Patio - Ground Floor

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Franciscan Hotel

This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a hot tub and free use of bicycles. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning and laundry facilities are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Franciscan Hotel offers 50 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Franciscan Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Barbara Harbor. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and an outdoor pool are available. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes complimentary bicycles
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the cleanliness and overall comfort
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor and a 4-minute drive from Santa Barbara County Courthouse
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
The Franciscan Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and complimentary bicycles. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and concierge services are also featured at The Franciscan Hotel. Self parking is free.

This Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM

Property is 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

The Franciscan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 900 out of 1149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 1149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 1149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1149 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kathaleen and Trevor

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is wonderful. Breakfast had a variety of hot and cold items. Room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Steven

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, looks like it was recently renovated. One TV in the main room didn't work, and there were no chairs to sit in, though there was a love seat. Nice property, staff friendly. Would stay here agin.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely property. Very quiet, block from the beach, spacious, remodeled rooms, plus free parking, bikes, breakfast, WiFi and no resort fees. First stayed here in 1994 and happy to keep coming back. Love that Santa Barbara has so many independent hotels and this is one of the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

HSIN-NAN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location is great, just minutes to the beach. Room was wonderful, we had a happy and comfortable stay. Staff was friendly, willing to help on any quetion from customer.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a quaint hotel just a block from the beach and much less expensive then most hotels in the area. Very friendly staff and fresh homemade cookies. Free parking and breakfast. Will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice amenities and good location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was good and the property was very nice. Good location also. The room however was extremely warm. The AC did not work and even with the windows open all night it was ridiculously hot. We actually left in the middle of the night due to the heat. We went to talk with someone in the office, but it was closed at the time.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very courteous (CJ and Ben). I had some iPhone issues and had to get some assistance with fixing it. Ben helped with how to work the flatscreen remote in my room (not intuitive) but Ben was very patient with getting it working. I will be back and will definitely like to schedule Room 151. My pup really liked being able to run outside to the enclosed patio too. Aside from the iPhone and the remote, I would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

april

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and very cute and smelled fantastic. Very very good service!! If i could give this place 10 stars i would.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and affordable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Juan, LOS ANGELES

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, super clean and remodeled rooms. Check in and out were easy. Comped bicycles are a nice touch. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super friendly staff. Spotless rooms and hotel grounds. Nice breakfast. Pool and hot tub were great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are traveling with our dog, Norman. He is so welcome here by the staff and other customers. Our room has more amenities than anticipated, and it's clean and spacious. Most of all, the staff is amazing. Ask for Ben at the front desk if you have any problems or concerns. He is gracious and more than accommodating. I recommend this hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was clean, the grounds immaculate, however the cleaning staff lingered at the door and were way too nosy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is a little friendly dependent on who’s working. Breakfast is decent. Rooms are clean and the location is nice and quiet and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was great, the grounds were beautiful, and the location was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sabra

Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The kitchenette area was fully equipped as advertised and all was new and squeaky clean. The room was very comfortably furnished, and the bed was comfortable to sleep in (not too hard or too soft). Ben at the front desk was very helpful when checking us in. Loved this hotel and would gladly stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Checked in and all else walking distance-beautiful beach, sunset, dinner options. Lovely place and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James, Las Vegas

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026