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Lemon Tree Inn

3.5 star property

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Retro Santa Barbara, poolside comfort days

The Lemon Tree Inn keeps a cheerful California-style retro look, from its zigzag-roofed porte cochere to a magenta-walled lobby with a crocodile sculpture over the front desk. Days revolve around a lush one-acre courtyard with a heated saline swimming pool and hot tub, plus a laid-back poolside Tiki Bar for fresh cocktails. On site, Crocodile Restaurant & Bar rounds it out with Italian and Californian flavors in a moody dining room.

  • Pool and hot tub time

    Enjoy morning dips and moonlit soaks in a heated saline pool and hot tub.

  • Crocodile dining all day

    Italian-inspired Californian menus anchor breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily.

  • Concert-friendly home base

    As the Santa Barbara County Bowl’s Official Hotel, show nights feel easy.

Amenities

  • Most rooms include a private lanai or balcony.
  • Mountain-view rooftop patio overlooking courtyard and peaks.
  • On-site bicycling to explore Santa Barbara streets.
  • Room service from Crocodile Restaurant across property.
  • Bar seating with two HD TVs.
  • Line 11 bus connects downtown to nearby stop.
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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(57 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with a view of palm trees.

Economy Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a TV, and a desk.

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 995 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a television, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted picture.

Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 336 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a small table, and a potted plant.

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible

  • 452 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a desk.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)
  • 525 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with a view of greenery.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(52 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Poolside

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Poolside

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

North State, a neighborhood in Santa Barbara, is home to Lemon Tree Inn. Travelers looking for local activities can try Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Santa Barbara Bowl. Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
Map
2819 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105

What's nearby

  • A residential area with houses, palm trees, and a road.
    Upper State Street
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A modern building with a yellow dome, surrounded by palm trees and a parking lot.
    Earl Warren Showgrounds
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • A nighttime fountain with illuminated patterns, a church with a bell tower, and a paved area with benches.
    Mission Santa Barbara
    3 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
    4 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • La Cumbre Plaza
    5 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station
    12 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Peet's Coffee Cart In Cottage Hospital
    18 min walk
  • Mission Street Ice Cream and Yogurt - Featuring McConnell's Fine Ice Creams
    3 min drive
  • Starbucks
    7 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch
    6 min walk
  • Harry's Plaza Cafe
    18 min walk

About this property

Lemon Tree Inn

  • Hotel near Upper State Street
  • Close to Mission Santa Barbara, Lemon Tree Inn provides a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. The on-site restaurant, The Crocodile Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and pool views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a business center.
  • Additional perks include:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • Luggage storage, a banquet hall, and a vending machine
    • Multilingual staff, 1 meeting room, and concierge services
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, pool, and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 96 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

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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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Crocodile Restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Lemon Tree Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Lemon Tree Inn?

As of Aug 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lemon Tree Inn on Sep 2, 2026 start from $162, including 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 Lemon Tree Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lemon Tree Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Lemon Tree Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Lemon Tree Inn located?

Located in North State, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Upper State Street and Mission Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara County Courthouse and Stearns Wharf are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Lemon Tree Inn Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 709 out of 1340 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 1340 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1340 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 1340 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 1340 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We recently had a stay for 3 nights. Great location for families. Safe and quiet area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Doris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Being able to dine at the Crocodile and sit indoors or outdoors is wonderful & so convenient. We enjoyed our meal & cocktails by the fire pit very much. The location is scenic & quiet. We stay here often & find it worthwhile in many ways.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel amd we had a good couple of days in Santa Barbara. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for 1 night and it was wonderful. I wish we stayed longer. It was clean and well designed. Great place to stay for a long or short trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great getaway - a bit dated and a bit dirty. Good value however.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was surprised,was going with no expectations,but it was surprising,clean rooms,balcony was a plus,little noisy early in the morning but overall was a nice stay,I will be coming here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Armida

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming room with a patio and access to the wonderful pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had to change rooms because the Wi-Fi was not working in the first one. Staff was very helpful with making the change.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Staff & service
The property is older. For the most part it was clean and comfortable. I did appreciate the fact that I was able to check in early without being charged extra!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and beautiful grounds!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was pretty basic. Beds were surprisingly comfortable! Rooms could use updating. Check in was quick but kid at the desk was not super friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was sparkling clean everyday and everything was fine. Majid on the front desk was especially helpful - thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bar and restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place nice pool …
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and spacious rooms. Nice staff. Property in great condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

rodolfo

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel itself is very clean and well maintained. The room we stayed in was very dirty and in desperate need of cleaning. The carpet was stained badly and was in need of replacement or a very deep cleaning. Some of the walls had very bad scratches and in need of painting. We did not eat at the crocodile restaurant but did notice a lot of people enjoying its faire. A friend of ours stayed in another room on the other side of the hotel and it was clean. So maybe it was just bad luck. I am not sure if I could recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceeded my expectations. A secret hideaway in downtown Santa Barbara at a good price. Amazing restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff are all friendly and helpful, and the hotel itself are an easy distance to dining, the Granada Theater, and the Santa Barbara Botanical Garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kaelene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, comfy bed, amazing stuff. Pool looks nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great staff , and the was food excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice ,dafe ,clean, and peaceful location near shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were in and out for college visits and didn’t get to use all the amenities, but it was a very easy experience with very clean rooms. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff comfortable room great licatiin and parking
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. The restaurant and staff was nice as well. Great peaceful location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lemon Tree rooms are large with room for a couch and a second sink. It also comes with a beautiful balcony overlooking beautiful palms and gardens. A truly lovely stay walkable to restaurants, stores, laundry, Trader Joe's, Starbucks...
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026