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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$447
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar

Room options

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 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

Franciscan Suite Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Franciscan Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 27 sq m
  • 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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

Executive Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 25 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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Front of property

Hotel Santa Barbara

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  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,000 reviews
The price is AU$416
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
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About the area

Map
109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Brophy Bros. Santa Barbara - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Franciscan Hotel

Hotel near Santa Barbara Harbor
Near Stearns Wharf, The Franciscan Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in reception and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Free bike hire, smoke-free property and concierge services
  • Luggage storage, a water dispenser and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 50 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/bath 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 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

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
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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
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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 are 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

MONETIZATION_ON

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

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

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Franciscan Inn Santa Barbara
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Franciscan Inn Santa Barbara Ca
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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 is from 9 AM to 10 PM.

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

As of 11 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Franciscan Hotel on 20 Mar 2025 start from AU$447.17, 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 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?

Checkout 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 Zoo is 2 mi (3.2 km) away. Santa Barbara Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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The Franciscan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 770 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1007 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Location and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lara

lovely and affordable resort like feel without resort prices
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aathith

Loved our stay here, such comfortable bedding and pillows, easy access to the water, nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Great facility. Breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brady

Great property
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cabernet

Everything was clean and reception was very nice. Planning on staying again soon
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

We had a wonderful stay at The Franciscan Hotel! The location is close to the marina, Stearns Wharf, the Funk Zone & State Street. The hotel’s hot breakfasts & free bike rentals were added bonuses! We plan to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

The Franciscan is well located, walkable to beach State St. It is well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Very kind staff. Loved the free breakfast and bikes.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Very clean. Will stay again next time we're in SB.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

BLANCA

The location is fabulous. The hotel is very clean, the rooms are spacious and comfortable. Very happy with our choice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milad

My fiancé and I love this place, specifically their concierge, Ben. Ben made our stay so wonderful and memorable because of his friendly and hospitable personality. Absolutely coming back again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Great property! I highly recommend it for business or personal travel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Wonderful stay. Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

I had a great stay. Was able to enjoy the pool on a sunny day. Continental breakfast was very small, but coffee, tea, and cookies was a plus. Enjoyed the patio and in-room espresso pods. Convenient distance from downtown and the beach. Will absolutely return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Cookies were on point
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Raechel

Great spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Had a very pleasant stay at the Franciscan Inn. Clean room and great location. I would recommend this place and will be back to stay here with my family again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Beautifull Place and a Sportsbar is just around the corner! Will come back for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madelyn

Such a nice place to stay. Staff was very nice and the pool was warm. Loved it! Would definitely stay again. Love the area
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

puneet

Great staff !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trudi

Beautiful little hotel in a fantastic location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jocelin

Excellent little inn!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Amazing property with amazing service! Close to food, shops, and the beach. We didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025