Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property

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Shopping centre
Bar (on property)
Point of interest
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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17 W Haley St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Roll In Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

This smoke-free hotel features a snack bar/deli, a coffee shop/cafe and valet parking. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning and a 24-hour front desk are on-site.
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton offers 61 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, 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 blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Antioch University. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the café
  • Breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the clean guestrooms
  • 14 minutes by foot from Stearns Wharf and a 2-minute drive from Santa Barbara Harbor
Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a local cuisine breakfast daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Brisa Cafe and Bar – This café serves breakfast, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 3 to 15 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Brisa Cafe and Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Terrace

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1917
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 3 to 15 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 30 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • 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

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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

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

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Santa Barbara
Holiday Inn Express Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Santa Barbara Hotel Santa Barbara
Holiday Inn Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Express Santa Barbara Hotel

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 531 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1002 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, room clean and staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super nice staff and excellent location!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here are fantastic and the location is perfect for walking downhill for restaurants or shopping. The room was well decorated, the absolute comfiest beds and pillows, and everything was spotless. I had a great experience and will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location is excellent and we loved the hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The manager was helpful. Beds were comfy. Excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Staff is always very friendly. I wish breakfast was still included, that is the only recommendation that I have regarding improvements.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Bertha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel and close by the downtown area. Stayed here twice before and have had a positive experience every time.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can't beat the location! One block from the promenade street with plenty of restaurants, cafes, and shops. Not too far from the pier as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel. Cute. Clean. Quaint… comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful. Rooms were very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GLORIA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
To start off the person you see first is the valet person he was very helpful and nice. The front desk was also very welcoming. The room was clean. All the staff were great, my sister and I enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yusui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay at Santa Barbara!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Salvador

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Ambiance was great but room size was disappointing to say the least.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Super small rooms but great bed and great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff for sure! They were so welcoming and warm to us. The hotel is it’s clean and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is a little outdated but great location and friendly, capable staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Amenities
Perfect location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel - friendly staff and super clean. Close to restaurants, shops and the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elvira

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel room a bit small but spacious bathroom clean and comfortable. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room. Friendly staff. Hotel is centrally located to shops, restaurants and the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025