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The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Santa Barbara Harbor

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Front of property
Exterior
Room, 2 Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Breakfast buffet
Reception

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Hot Tub
    Hot TubHot Tub
  • Laundry
    LaundryLaundry
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendlyPet friendly
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Popular LocationSanta Barbara Harbor4 min walk
  • Popular LocationStearns Wharf11 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Barbara County Courthouse4 min drive
  • AirportSanta Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)12 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

The Franciscan Hotel is located in Santa Barbara Beach, a neighborhood in Santa Barbara, and is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Santa Barbara Zoo is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf are worth checking out. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Santa Barbara Bowl or Earl Warren Showgrounds. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 4 min walk
  • Santa Barbara City College - 4 min walk
  • Stearns Wharf - 11 min walk
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chad’s - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Biergarten - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Roasting Company - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Franciscan Hotel

Hotel located in Santa Barbara Beach
Close to Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf, The Franciscan Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a spa tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Swimming pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, an outdoor pool, and a vending machine
  • Concierge services, a water dispenser, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 50 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Coffee/tea makers, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

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 elevator
  • 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
  • Private bathroom
  • 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 available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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 staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Franciscan Inn
Franciscan Inn Santa Barbara
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Franciscan Inn Suites
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Franciscan Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access starts at 9 AM.

How much does it cost to stay at The Franciscan Hotel?

As of Jul 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Franciscan Hotel on Aug 18, 2024 start from $299.0, excluding 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 The Franciscan Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Franciscan Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Franciscan Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Franciscan Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Franciscan Hotel located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Carriage and Western Art Museum and Santa Barbara Harbor. Santa Barbara City College and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are also within 10 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 9 minutes by foot.

The Franciscan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 737 out of 1010 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 1010 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1010 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1010 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1010 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay for the night or for the week.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about our stay. We will refer it to other people 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. I will return.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything about my stay was amazing. I believe they also even upgraded my room. The only thing that was a little disappointing was my room was very close to the Jacuzzi, but it was in the middle of being redone. I would definitely want to stay there again next time I come to Santa Barbara
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ariana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful property near State Street. Very walkable, free parking, and very friendly staff. I can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Soyun

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. It was close to the beach and the front desk staff was so friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always the best! Raul and his team do an amazing job
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice , clean, spacious room . Great location .. able to walk to beach , harbor and pier. We enjoyed our stay on July 4th . Staff was very nice and polite 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and well kept.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn, Antioch

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place ! Will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fanny

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is place is just AMAZING!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette, Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was good, I don't remember the younger Hispanic man he was very professional. There was an older Hispanic male as well who made our parking issue taken care of. They give cookies and a contential breakfast which is ok. The pool is nice. We would def stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mario

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

10/10 Excellent

Susie

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

10/10 Excellent

Martha

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

2/10 Terrible

Alexander

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karine

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karlo

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna, Brooklyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is nice , room is very clean and lovely. Staff is great- friendly and helpful. Area is convenient- 5 minutes to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful hotel spot
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend this place. Close to the the beach, clean, and staff was friendly. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Comfortable Beds & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
2.5