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8.8

1,694 reviews

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, 93101, California, United States

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Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Beach

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Terrace

Kitchen

The Franciscan Hotel

Welcome to The Franciscan Hotel, your charming oasis in sunny Santa Barbara! Nestled just 0.8mi from the vibrant city center, this delightful inn invites you to soak up the California sunshine while enjoying the beach vibes. Starting at an unbeatable price of $232, this 3-star retreat is the perfect launchpad for your Santa Barbara adventures, whether you're hitting the waves or exploring local eateries.

Dive into relaxation at our outdoor swimming pool or lounge on your private balcony while sipping a refreshing drink. With amenities designed for your comfort, including air-conditioned, non-smoking rooms and free WiFi, you'll feel right at home. After a day of exploring the stunning Santa Barbara coastline, recharge in your room complete with a kitchen and free toiletries—or take advantage of your own patio for a peaceful escape under the stars.

And it's not just us saying it's fantastic—our guests have sung our praises, with 1,169 glowing reviews praising the location, amenities, and friendly service. From beach days to delicious dining downtown, everything you need is an easy stroll or drive away. So pack your bags, bring your sense of adventure, and set your sights on The Franciscan Hotel, where sun-soaked days and restful nights await!

When it comes to experiencing Santa Barbara, The Franciscan Hotel is your ticket to adventure and relaxation rolled into one fabulous package! Feeling the California sun on your face after a dip in the adults-only outdoor pool? Absolute bliss! Picture yourself lounging poolside, cocktail in hand, while the happy sounds of holiday-goers fill the air. With an outdoor space that beckons you to unwind, it’s the perfect spot for refreshing your vacation spirit or sharing laughter with friends and fellow travelers.

For families and groups, our spacious suites are designed with everyone’s comfort in mind. Whether you're planning a cozy getaway with your partner in a Junior Suite or gathering the whole troop in a Family Suite that comfortably accommodates up to eight guests, each corner of The Franciscan Hotel is aimed at enhancing your home-away-from-home experience. Imagine coming back after a day at the beach to prepare a family meal in your fully equipped kitchen, or perhaps you’d prefer to enjoy a romantic night in on your private balcony while stargazing above the palm trees. Every moment at our hotel invites you to create cherished memories together, and you're not just staying; you're making it an unforgettable adventure!

Plus, your stay is made easy with convenient payment options including Mastercard, Visa, and American Express, meaning you can focus on what really matters: enjoying every sun-drenched minute of your Santa Barbara getaway! Don’t forget your sunglasses—happiness is just around the corner, and at The Franciscan Hotel, the only thing basking in the sun on your vacation will be you!

Closest airports

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport

8.5mi

Santa Maria Airport

55mi

Most popular amenities

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Beach

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Terrace

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Patio

Kitchenware

Balcony

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Rooms

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Family Suite

2 Queen Size Beds

1 Sofa Bed

290 sqft

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Kitchenware

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This suite consists of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The suite's kitchen, which features kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. Featuring a patio, this suite also provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 3 beds.

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Family Suite

2 Queen Size Beds

1 Sofa Bed

Kitchen

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

Tea/Coffee maker

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Experience luxury and comfort with our spacious Family Suite, boasting 291 sqft of space. With two queen size beds, a sofa bed, and a private kitchen, this suite is perfect for accommodating up to 6 adults. Enjoy the convenience of a private bathroom, bathtub, kitchenware, flat-screen TV, patio, and more.

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Superior Suite

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

Tea/Coffee maker

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Experience luxury and comfort in our spacious Superior Suite, boasting 323 sqft of stylishly furnished space. Unwind in the private bathtub, watch your favorite shows on the flat-screen TV, and enjoy the convenience of a dryer and air conditioning.

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Franciscan Suite, Balcony

1 Queen Size Bed

290 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Terrace

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The air-conditioned suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Boasting a terrace, this suite also features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.

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Franciscan Suite, Balcony

1 Queen Size Bed

285 sqft

Balcony

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

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The Franciscan Suite Balcony is a spacious suite perfect for a couple and a child. With its private bathroom, balcony, bathtub, and terrace, this suite provides a comfortable and relaxing stay. Enjoy the convenience of a microwave, flat-screen TV, dryer, refrigerator, air conditioning, and more. Explore the city during the day and return to the comfort of this suite in the evening.

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Manager Suite

1 Double Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

290 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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Featuring a separate seating area, this spacious suite provides a flat-screen cable TV and free WiFi. The décor combines hand-carved woods and soothing beach tones, reflecting the relaxed yet sophisticated Santa Barbara style. The private bathroom is appointed with distinctive slate accents.

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Franciscan Suite

1 Queen Size Bed

290 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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Offering free WiFi, these suites are located in the Franciscan Wing. The décor combines hand-carved woods and soothing beach tones, reflecting the relaxed yet sophisticated Santa Barbara style. With plenty of space to unwind, the living room features a sofa bed and a flat-screen LED TV. Suites include a fully stocked kitchenette, a glass-top wood dining table for 4 and a desk. The queen-size bedroom includes a flat-screen LED TV. The private bathroom is appointed with distinctive slate accents.

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Executive, King Size, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

260 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

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Located in the Edgewater wing, this popular room offers a 50" LED flat-screen TV. The relaxed yet sophisticated Santa Barbara style is reflected in the décor, which features beach-themed fabrics, serene colors and warm woods. Room includes a table for 2 guests and free WiFi.

Queen Room in The Franciscan Hotel
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Queen Room

1 Queen Size Bed

250 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

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Located in the Western wing, these rooms offer relaxed yet sophisticated Santa Barbara style with beach-themed fabrics, serene colors, warm woods and original artwork of Santa Barbara landmarks. They feature LED flat-screen TVs and free WiFi.

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Manager Suite

1 Double Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

285 sqft

Free wifi

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

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Experience the luxury of our Manager Suite, a spacious and stylish suite offering a private bathroom, bathtub, and comfortable accommodations for 2 adults and 2 children. Enjoy modern amenities including a flat-screen TV, microwave, and air conditioning, ensuring a relaxing stay for your whole family.

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Franciscan Suite

1 Queen Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

285 sqft

Kitchenette

Free wifi

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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Welcome to the Franciscan Suite, a spacious and luxurious suite perfect for couples or families with 1 child. This suite features a private bathroom with a bathtub, a comfy queen size bed, and a range of amenities such as a microwave, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning to ensure your stay is enjoyable and comfortable.

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Junior Suite

1 King Size Bed

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

Refrigerator

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Experience ultimate luxury and comfort in our spacious Junior Suite. Indulge yourself with a private bathroom, bathtub, and a cozy sitting area. Unwind by watching your favorite shows on a flat-screen TV or enjoy a cup of coffee with our in-room amenities.

Guest reviews

8.8

1,694 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Chantell

10

February 2024

The property was beautiful close to everything that you can possibly walk to!

What I didn’t like about the property is that they asked for security deposit of $100 and when my trip was over all kinds of cash was coming out of my account so some fraudulent transactions were done after staying there!! Not very happy with that but luckily my bank was able to take action! Won’t stay there again!

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Andy

10

March 2024

Excellent stay at this property. Very clean, nicely decorated, convenient wet bar with everything you need for a short stay. Huge refrigerator, utensils and lot of space. Best location near beach area and short walk to SB downtown. Best value, would love to be back again and again.

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Monica

10

July 2024

I liked the prompt service. My husband and I arrived and was given a room that was was not ready to be occupied, meaning the bed was not made and there was trash etc. but as soon as the manager spotted that, he quickly apologized and moved us to a suite at no extra charge. He was extremely concerned about the mistake that had occurred and apologized for the inconvenience caused and took our belongings and settled us in the nice suite. He was extremely professional and very attentive. He even offered a free night next time we need to stay here in Santa Barbara. The room was very clean and had everything you couldn’t find in other pricey hotels. My husband and I will definitely come back and refer this hotel to others!

Everything was great!

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Michael

10

November 2024

Great welcome from Ben at Reception. Really comfortable room, though bathroom was relatively small and bedroom was a bit limited in space due to the size of the bed (which was huge and very, very comfortable). The included breakfast was a great way to start the day. The pool and spa also provided the opportunity to relax which was appreciated as we had been on the road for 3 weeks. Onsite parking was excellent and the staff maintain the grounds and rooms to a very high standard.

Maybe a bit of variety at breakfast, but otherwise no complaints.

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Schweizer

9.1

October 2024

Very nicely remodeled rooms with high end plumbing fixtures, large refrigerator, espresso machine, heated makeup mirror in the bathroom, full setup of dishes, glasses and silverware for meals. Also there were two wall mounted TVs, one in the living room and one in the bedroom. Fresh cookies in the lobby in the afternoon and full breakfast in the morning was excellent!

Living room sparsely furnished. Needs side tables/lamps for the sofa and some art work on the walls. Heat/cooling worked well but a little noisy and would help to have some instructions on how to set the thermostat. Also, the TVs setup is awkward...need use two remotes to watch TV channels. Would be preferable to have one universal remote and instructions on how to access things.

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Lopez

10

August 2024

Perfect location just a 4 minute walk from the beach and a few blocks from downtown : amazing restaurants, coffee shops, tons of wineries etc . The inn was super clean and very comfortable (great bed, AC, big room with patio in our case), pool area a bit small (it got crowded) but was nice to lay around when we wanted a break. The main office also has a little convenience store of sorts, super practical to get some drinks and if anyone needs snacks, sunscreen, towels… I plan to stay again if I’m in town ! Loved the general vibe.

Pool area much smaller than it appears in photos; so if other people are there you feel like everyone is in each other’s space. Otherwise all good for us !

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Rut

9.1

July 2024

Charming property in a beautiful location. The beach was a block a way and State Street was a couple blocks over. We walked everywhere for 2 out of the 3 days we stayed there. The staff was helpful and the housekeepers kept our room tidy! The room was immaculate and the bed was comfy. I loved that I got a good night’s sleep each night and that I didn’t have to wear socks to prevent my feet from getting dirty from carpet. It was a worry free stay! High recommendation!

The little patio at the back of our room faced a wooden fence. No milk alternative or warm vegan breakfast items available during the complimentary breakfast.

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John

9.1

May 2024

Really clean and modern suite - we were upgraded! The room was in excellent condition, has been very tastefully decorated and is well equipped. The location is great, only a short walk to the beech and close to State Street - the heart of Santa Barbara. After three weeks of travelling , it was useful to have access to a washing machine and tumble dryer. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. Coffee, fruit and biscuits are available all the time. Excellent place to stay in up-market Sant Barbara.

No negatives - greTmat value accomodation.

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Jean

8.2

September 2024

Clean & newly refurbished room. Kitchenette was well stocked. Free bike usage (& e-bike rental for a minimal charge of $15/ hour). Cookies in the lobby. Very nice staff.

Missed opportunities to be really top notch: not a very comfortable mattress & squeaky bed frame. With hardwood floors in the room, there should be a rug and artwork to complete the room. Another lounge chair would’ve been a nice touch as well! The deluxe king room we were “upgraded” to had a view of the back alleyway trash bins. The bathroom had no counter space & the shower head was large but deceivingly ineffective. The lobby offers food & free coffee & tea but only the purchase of water.

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Vikki

9.1

May 2024

Great location, very clean, decent parking. Lots of nice outdoor areas to enjoy the weather. Quick safe walk to the beach.

It can be pretty noisy between units and on the bottom floors. Unfortunately, the gentleman at registration is professional and efficient but not friendly AT ALL. The evening staff are the complete opposite, super friendly, but during our stay we encountered the unfriendly man mostly and were afraid to even ask him a question. He upgraded my Mom which was very nice, so I hate to complain about him, but we had 3 rooms and he treated each of us the same. At least he’s consistent I guess.

Points of Interest Around The Franciscan Hotel

Attractions

Stearns Wharf

0.3mi

Santa Barbara Waterfront

0.4mi

Funk Zone

0.7mi

Leadbetter Beach

0.9mi

Shoreline Park

0.9mi

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

1mi

Santa Barbara Museum of Art (SBMA)

1.1mi

Old Mission Santa Barbara

2.2mi

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History

2.4mi

Montecito

2.7mi

Santa Barbara Botanic Garden (SBBG)

3.3mi

State Street

4.4mi

Goleta

7.8mi

Solvang

28.6mi

Yasawa Islands

30mi

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of The Franciscan Hotel

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Beach

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Terrace

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Patio

Kitchenware

Balcony

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Stay rules - The Franciscan Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - The Franciscan Hotel

Does The Franciscan Hotel have accommodations for guests with pets?

Yes, you are allowed to stay with your pet at The Franciscan Hotel. However, please note that there may be charges associated with bringing your pet along.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Franciscan Hotel?

For guests of The Franciscan Hotel, the check-in slot is from 04:00 PM until 11:00 PM. The expected check-out is set for 12:00 PM.

Is there parking available at The Franciscan Hotel?

Yes, The Franciscan Hotel provides free and private on-site parking for its guests. No reservation is required for parking.

How much does a stay at The Franciscan Hotel cost?

The beginning rate for stays at The Franciscan Hotel is $232. Bear in mind that pricing can alter depending on room configurations and dates. For a precise figure, enter your stay dates.

Which room categories can I book at The Franciscan Hotel?

The Franciscan Hotel offers a variety of room types including Deluxe King Balcony rooms, Family Suites, Manager Suites, Franciscan Suites, Junior Suites, Palm Accessible Suites, Superior Suites, Executive King Accessible Rooms, Franciscan Suite Balcony rooms, King Double Rooms, Queen Rooms with Two Queen Beds, Deluxe King Rooms, and King Rooms. The rooms range in size from 237 sqft to 323 sqft and can accommodate between 2 and 6 adults. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. Beds available include King size, Queen size, Double, and Sofa Bed.

Where can guests find entertainment in The Franciscan Hotel?

Guests at The Franciscan Hotel can spend their time enjoying the leisure amenities provided by the hotel. The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool that is available all year round. Guests can relax and take a dip in the pool, enjoying the pleasant weather and beautiful surroundings. The outdoor location of the pool provides a refreshing and serene environment for guests to unwind and relax.

In addition to the swimming pool, the hotel also offers access to a nearby beach, allowing guests to enjoy fun-filled activities by the sea. The beach provides a picturesque location for guests to sunbathe, build sandcastles, or simply take a leisurely stroll along the shore.

For those seeking more relaxation, The Franciscan Hotel also offers a hot tub or jacuzzi facility. Guests can indulge in a rejuvenating soak, easing away any stress and tension from their day.

Overall, guests at The Franciscan Hotel have a variety of options to spend their time and enjoy their stay in a leisurely manner.

Can guests use a pool at The Franciscan Hotel?

The Franciscan Hotel has 1 pool available. The pool is open all year and is located outdoors. There seems to be an age restriction, allowing only adults to use the pool.

Are both cash and credit cards valid payment options at The Franciscan Hotel?

Cash is not accepted as a valid payment option at The Franciscan Hotel. The accepted payment methods include Mastercard, Visa, and American Express.

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