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ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, 8-minute walk to Santa Barbara Harbor

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ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel offers beachside charm with practical perks like in-room WiFi and a grab-and-go morning meal. The helpful staff can point guests toward nearby adventures at Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor, both within easy walking distance.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Economy Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi

Economy Shared Dormitory

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi

Classic Shared Dormitory, Women only

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi

Classic Shared Dormitory

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Basic Double Room | Free WiFi

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Double Room | Free WiFi

Basic Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
134 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • West Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Barbara City College - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 5 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Loquita - ‬4 min walk

About this property

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Hostel near Santa Barbara Harbor
Consider a stay at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel and take advantage of free to-go breakfast, a firepit, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area.
Additional perks include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), outdoor furniture, and barbecue grills
  • A vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Rainfall showers and hair dryers
  • Heating and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 20 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 20 per night

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

I.T.H. Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel Santa Barbara
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel?

As of Nov 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel on Nov 10, 2025 start from $124.42, 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.

How much is parking at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel?

Self parking is available for USD 20 per night.

What time is check-in at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Harbor. West Beach and Reagan Ranch Center are also within 5 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 5 minutes by foot.

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