Hotel Californian | Hotel in Santa Barbara

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The Funk Zone Hotel | Hotel Californian

Hotel in The Funk Zone, Santa Barbara

Catch some rays at the nearby beach or spend the day relaxing at Hotel Californian's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants.
Hotel Californian offers 121 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.


Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
TV
Wheelchair Accessible
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Restaurant
Bar
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
Bedroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Premium bedding
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Individually furnished
  • Slippers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofing
  • Turndown service
  • Desk
  • Individually decorated
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
Breakfast
  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–1:00 PM: USD 8-22 for adults and USD 5-18 for children
  • 3 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • Room service available
  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Champagne service
Parking
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 65 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 65 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Electric car charging station on site
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • In-room accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Braille signage
Activities
  • Motor boating
  • Kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Sailing
  • Marina
  • Mountain climbing
  • Whale watching
  • Boat tours
  • Winery tours
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Zoo
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Beach access
  • Surf lessons
  • Windsurfing
  • Parasailing
  • Private winery tours
  • Outdoor pool
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Public winery tours
  • Wine tasting room
  • Fitness center
Entertainment
  • Pay movies
  • Satellite channels
  • Premium channels
  • Flat-screen TV
General
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • Banquet hall
  • Library
  • Ballroom
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Smoke-free property
  • Games
  • Couples dining
  • Romance packages available
Guest Services
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Children's games
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Laundry facilities
  • Children's club
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hair salon
  • Daily housekeeping
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Pool sun loungers
Spa
  • Body treatments
  • Detox wraps
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Massage - Swedish
  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Facials
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 pm; check-in end time: anytime early check-in subject to availability minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before noon contactless check-out available late check-out subject to availability
Child Policy
Children are welcome. rollaway/extra beds are available for usd 75 per night. free cribs (infant beds)!
Payment Policy
Fee for full breakfast: approximately usd 8 to 22 for adults, and usd 5 to 18 for children covered self parking fee: usd 65 per night covered valet parking fee: usd 65 per night (in/out privileges) pet fee: usd 250.00 per accommodation, per stay service animals are exempt from fees rollaway bed fee: usd 75 per night the above list may not be comprehensive. fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Pet Policy
Food and water bowls are available pets allowed for an extra charge of usd 250.00 per accommodation, per stay service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only

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 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Reviews

Elizabeth
Apr 27, 2026 09:10:57 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Great hotel
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Suite (Alcazar)
Room Size: m2
2 King Beds
Suite (Alcazar)

General

Extra bed count 1, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Suite, Accessible (Magellan)
Room Size: m2
1 King Bed
Suite, Accessible (Magellan)

General

Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Bed count maximum 1
Room, 1 King Bed (Sevilla)
Room Size: 490 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Room, 1 King Bed (Sevilla)

General

Square feet - 490, Ping - 13.77, Pets not allowed, Balcony, Courtyard view, Square meters - 46, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Bed count maximum 1
Room, 2 Queen Beds (Sevilla)
Room Size: 490 square feet m2
2 Queen Beds
Room, 2 Queen Beds (Sevilla)

General

Square feet - 490, Ping - 13.77, Pets not allowed, Balcony, Square meters - 46, Extra bed count 1, Bed count minimum 2, City view, Bed count maximum 2
Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sestina)
Room Size: 490 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sestina)

General

Square feet - 490, Ping - 13.77, Pets not allowed, Balcony, Square meters - 46, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Ocean view, Bed count maximum 1
Room, 1 King Bed (Sestina)
Room Size: 490 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Room, 1 King Bed (Sestina)

General

Square feet - 490, Ping - 13.77, Pets not allowed, Balcony, Square meters - 46, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Ocean view, Bed count maximum 1
Room, 1 King Bed (Tagerinn)
Room Size: 670 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Room, 1 King Bed (Tagerinn)

General

Balcony or patio, Square meters - 62, Fireplace, Square feet - 670, Separate sitting area, Pets not allowed, Mountain view, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Ping - 18.83, Bed count maximum 1
Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sevilla)
Room Size: 490 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sevilla)

General

Square feet - 490, Ping - 13.77, Pets not allowed, Balcony, Courtyard view, Square meters - 46, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Bed count maximum 1, City view
Room, 2 Queen Beds (Granada)
Room Size: 550 square feet m2
2 Queen Beds
Room, 2 Queen Beds (Granada)

General

Square meters - 51, Ping - 15.46, Square feet - 550, Pets not allowed, Balcony, Mountain view, Extra bed count 1, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Room, 1 King Bed (Cordova)
Room Size: 640 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Room, 1 King Bed (Cordova)

General

Ping - 18, Pets not allowed, Balcony, Square meters - 59, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Ocean view, Bed count maximum 1, Square feet - 640
Room, 2 Queen Beds (Sestina)
Room Size: 490 square feet m2
2 Queen Beds
Room, 2 Queen Beds (Sestina)

General

Square feet - 490, Ping - 13.77, Pets not allowed, Balcony, Square meters - 46, Extra bed count 1, Ocean view, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Suite (Magellan)
Room Size: 1280 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Suite (Magellan)

General

Square meters - 119, Number of bedrooms - 1, Pets not allowed, Balcony, Square feet - 1280, Mountain view, Ping - 35.97, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Number of living rooms 1, Bed count maximum 1
Room, 1 King Bed (Granada)
Room Size: 550 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Room, 1 King Bed (Granada)

General

Balcony or patio, Square meters - 51, Ping - 15.46, Square feet - 550, Pets not allowed, Mountain view, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Bed count maximum 1
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Granada)
Room Size: 550 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Granada)

General

Balcony or patio, Square meters - 51, Ping - 15.46, Square feet - 550, Pets not allowed, Wheelchair accessible, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Bed count maximum 1, City view
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Sevilla)
Room Size: 490 square feet m2
2 Queen Beds
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Sevilla)

General

Square feet - 490, Ping - 13.77, Pets not allowed, Balcony, Square meters - 46, Wheelchair accessible, Extra bed count 1, Bed count minimum 2, City view, Bed count maximum 2
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Sevilla)
Room Size: 490 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Sevilla)

General

Square feet - 490, Ping - 13.77, Pets not allowed, Balcony, Square meters - 46, Wheelchair accessible, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Bed count maximum 1, City view
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Almeria)
Room Size: 450 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Almeria)

General

Square meters - 42, Ping - 12.65, Square feet - 450, Pets not allowed, Wheelchair accessible, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Bed count maximum 1, City view
Room, 1 Queen Bed (Almeria)
Room Size: 450 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
Room, 1 Queen Bed (Almeria)

General

Square meters - 42, Ping - 12.65, Square feet - 450, Pets not allowed, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Bed count maximum 1, City view
Room, 1 King Bed (Almeria)
Room Size: 450 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Room, 1 King Bed (Almeria)

General

Square meters - 42, Ping - 12.65, Number of bedrooms - 1, Square feet - 450, Pets not allowed, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Bed count maximum 1, City view
Room, 2 Queen Beds (Almeria)
Room Size: 450 square feet m2
2 Queen Beds
Room, 2 Queen Beds (Almeria)

General

Square meters - 42, Ping - 12.65, Square feet - 450, Pets not allowed, Extra bed count 1, Bed count minimum 2, City view, Bed count maximum 2
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Cordova)
Room Size: 640 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Cordova)

General

Balcony or patio, Ping - 18, Pets not allowed, Square meters - 59, Wheelchair accessible, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Bed count maximum 1, Square feet - 640, City view
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Sestina)
Room Size: 490 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Sestina)

General

Square feet - 490, Ping - 13.77, Pets not allowed, Balcony, Square meters - 46, Wheelchair accessible, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Bed count maximum 1, City view

FAQ's

Is this Hotel Californian pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Hotel Californian?

Check-in time for Hotel Californian starts counting from 4:00 PM and check-out is until 12:00 PM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Hotel Californian have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Hotel Californian has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Hotel Californian?

Best-rates for the Hotel Californian starts from $724 per night with includes Guest Services, Breakfast, Child Friendly, Kitchen, Air Conditioner, TV, Sports/Activities, Spa, Laundry, Restaurant, Pool, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Business Services, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, Toiletries, Parking, Bar, Entertainment, Wheelchair Accessible, Accessibility with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Hotel Californian a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 5 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Hotel Californian wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Hotel Californian is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Hotel Californian?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Hotel Californian indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Hotel Californian?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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