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The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property

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Front of property
Reception
Room, 2 Queen Beds
Outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

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109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(78 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Franciscan Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible | View from room

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Franciscan Suite Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the area

Santa Barbara

A stay at The Franciscan Hotel places you in the heart of Santa Barbara, just a 4-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor and within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara Zoo. .This hotel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Santa Barbara Bowl and 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from University of California, Santa Barbara.

What's nearby

  • West Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Franciscan Hotel

Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Santa Barbara Harbor
The Franciscan Hotel offers 50 accommodations with iPod docking stations and DVD players. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 50 guestrooms featuring iPod docking stations and DVD players. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans, as well as phones with free local calls.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a hot tub. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Featured amenities include a computer station, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

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 lift
  • 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 staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM

Property is also known as

Franciscan Inn
Franciscan Inn Santa Barbara
Franciscan Santa Barbara
Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara
Franciscan Inn Santa Barbara Ca
The Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara
The Franciscan Inn
Franciscan Inn Suites
The Franciscan Hotel Hotel
The Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara
The Franciscan Hotel Hotel Santa Barbara

The Franciscan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 791 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1021 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it. Clean and spacious. Wished we stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and calm hotel! Supe close to the beach and only a 20 minute walk to downtown!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, comfortable, spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daoxiong, Santa Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/A
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really liked the room It was a disabled accessible room. The room was spacious, clean, quiet, comfortable, and not inexpensive. The breakfast was OK. There weren.t too many options to eat. We didn't like the check in though. They seem to have a hard 4:00 PM check in time, which didn't work well for us because we were traveling and were tired. We arrived around 1:00 PM hoping to check in early. We were told the room wasn't ready and they would text me when a room became available. That didn't make much sense because we reserved a disabled accessible room. Anyway we went for something to eat. When we returned, it was still before 4:00 PM. We were again told we would get a text when a room became available. The man at the desk was not friendly or courteous. It was as though we were bothering him. We decided to wait in the breakfast area for our room because we were tired. The attendant never even checked to see if our room was ready. He just said it wasn't. After a while, another gentleman arrived at the front desk and a little later he came to us and asked our name. He looked at a paper, and told us our room was ready. He then proceeded to check us in a little early.. He was so courteous, friendly, and a great help. We wished he was there in the beginning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pinchu

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was clean. Rooms were plain but nice
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent stay, will stay there again. Fire alarm went off at 3am. But I’m sure that will be fixed. Excellent other than that.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mhammed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

8/10 Good

Judith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ben greeted us with a smile and was incredibly helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

jackson

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean quiet spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Zhanna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Nice professional staff members and great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay in Santa Barbara

Lovely hotel and grounds and close to the water. I was on a solo trip for a few days from LA and was given an upgrade to a suite which was great but it was mid week. Fantastic staff! Home baked cookies! Free bike rental but check the bike first. I’d stay here again! Lots of great restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ben was so kind at the front desk he made our stay unbelievable. He was extremely kind courteous and helpful. I use to work at the Ritz Carlton so I know a thing about service, man this was it. My highest praise 5/5
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved The Franciscan and plan to stay again soon!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gladys, Los Angeles

Location was great and room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing gem. The location, pool, bike rentals, and hospitality were our favorite parts. Just wish the bed was a bit more comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My go to stay in Santa Barbara. Awesome front desk, nice rooms, and you walk walk down to Toma for an awesome dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Host was absolutely amazing. So clear that he loves his job!!! I cannot say enough great things about the employee that checked us in. So happy and will be back !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sharmila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francine

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Cami

Stayed 1 night in May 2025