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La Playa Inn

2.5 star property

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Terrace/patio
Staircase
Breakfast area
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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116 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(76 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | View from room

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Patio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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About this property

La Playa Inn

Hotel with free parking, steps from Santa Barbara City College
Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a front desk safe and a vending machine.
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.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the convenient parking at La Playa Inn. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Barbara Harbor. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus concierge services.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the clean guestrooms
  • Steps from Santa Barbara City College and 13 minutes on foot from Stearns Wharf
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.

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

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self 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

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2020
  • Smoke-free property

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
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.

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.

  • 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
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
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
Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. 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

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

La Playa Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 827 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1001 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with group
Very clean, walkable to Funk Zone and restaurants. Great tile work.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

chuck

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every thing was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location within walking distance of the beach, harbor and funk zone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Comfortable room, nicely decorated, quiet, easy to walk to the harbor and State Street and great customer service. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sunni

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience checking in with knowledgable staff who presented us a map of the city with highlights/things not to miss. Room was great with a private outdoor seating area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with a view of the park. Also has courtyard seating areas outside.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon, San Mateo

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Clean room , safe parking. Attendant in lobby all night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel with friendly and attentive staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ee-Laine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. Room had a bit of a smell but nothing intolerable, just noticeable upon entry. Breakfast was lacking any warm foods or eggs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian, San Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for the beach but also close to town for shopping and dining. Parking was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was there for a convention. Glad for the proximity to walking paths along the ocean front.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helle

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A super cute place to stay. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Travelled with family
The property was very well cared for, the room was very clean and the staff very helpful and friendly. Excellent location as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

RUSSEL

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, spotlessly clean. Highly recommended 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ori

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel in evey way
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025