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Tide Pool Villas

4.5 star property
Luxury beachfront aparthotel with outdoor pool, near Santa Barbara Harbor

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Unwind at Tide Pool Villas, located near Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor. Enjoy a continental breakfast, relax by the outdoor pool with sun loungers or lounge in the garden.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • 12 apartments
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • ATM/banking services
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Meeting room
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Furnished balcony or patio
The current price is CNY2,202
CNY3,333 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Studio, King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

One Bedroom, King + Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and framed pictures on the walls.

One Bedroom, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Studio, King Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Studio, King Bed

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

One Bedroom, King + Queen Beds

  • Canal view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

One Bedroom, 2 Queen Beds

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Two Bedroom, King + 2 Queen Beds

Combined shower/tub, jetted tub, hair dryer, bathrobes

Two Bedroom, King + 2 Queen Beds

  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Apartment, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

One Bedroom Apartment, 3 Queen

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
26 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • West Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 13 min drive
  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 39 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Station - 6 min walk
  • Goleta Station - 16 min drive
  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rodeo Room - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara FisHouse - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Tide Pool Villas

  • When you stay at Tide Pool Villas, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. Apartments offer upscale touches like fireplaces and jetted tubs, along with furnished balconies or patios and Smart TVs.

At a glance

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Property size

    • 12 apartments
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • The property charges USD 28.50 for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [15 Chapala St]
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
PETS

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Umbrellas
  • Sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transportation

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

Family friendly

  • Pool toys

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator (full size)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster oven
  • Water dispenser
  • Freezer
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra beds: USD 25.0 per day

Bathrooms

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Bathrobes

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area

Entertainment

  • 40-inch Smart TV with digital service
  • TV in a common area

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • 1 meeting room
  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet friendly
  • USD 50 per pet per night

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevators
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (with limits)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local maps
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • In-room massages
  • Champagne service
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Location highlights

  • Near the boardwalk/promenade
  • Near a train station
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Public winery tours
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Outdoor lighting

General

  • 12 rooms
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Romance packages available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Service fee: 3 percent

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of USD 28.50

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover, JCB International
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

TIDE POOL VILLAS Aparthotel
TIDE POOL VILLAS Santa Barbara
TIDE POOL VILLAS Aparthotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Does Tide Pool Villas offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Tide Pool Villas does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Tide Pool Villas?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Tide Pool Villas?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Tide Pool Villas?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Tide Pool Villas?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Tide Pool Villas and nearby?

Tide Pool Villas has an outdoor pool and a garden.

Does Tide Pool Villas have private hot tubs?

Yes, each apartment has a jetted bathtub.

Does Tide Pool Villas have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, each apartment features a furnished balcony or patio.

What's the area around Tide Pool Villas like?

Tide Pool Villas is a short 6-minute walk from Santa Barbara Station and 6 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara Harbor.

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Reviews

Tide Pool Villas Reviews

6.2

Good

6.8

Cleanliness

6.2

Amenities

7.2

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was superb
Joseph, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was a lovely room with a nice view. Clean and comfortable. Close to everything. The staff was very pleasant and helpful.
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The staff was great. Took a little while to find the exact receptionist area, though and when it was found, there was only one person helping out so it was a bit slow. Almost 30 minutes
Ruby, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location!!
sarah, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I loved this hotel. It was clean and modern. Really cute touches like encouraging messages in parking spaces and the bamboo garden. Nice vibe.
Abigail, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Room was large, with kitchen. Free parking and breakfast were provided. The staff was friendly and accommodating. Location was close to beach and shopping. Great value for area.
Donna, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Really loved the space available inside of our room. Incredibly spacious in our king studio with a full kitchen and full sized fridge. My wife and I loved being able to take a walk to Chad’s for brunch and later on a walk just across the street to walk to the beach and pier. The staff was very communicative the whole time via text with me and very flexible with my late check in also. Cleanliness inside of our room and in the common areas as well. My wife and I cannot wait to go back again and stay at this hotel, will definitely be our go to hotel from now on!
Edgardo, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Our room was great. Lots of construction going on that took away from the tranquility. We cooked 2 meals in the kitchen no problem.Happy hour and contont
Cynthia, 2-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Facilities were fine. Trying to get a hold of anybody was absolutely ridiculous. Had an issue with the room it took well over 15 minutes to get hold of the manager on the phone. Get a text if you need something, asked for more towels, never came
Stephen, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Beautiful hotel. But some very small rooms

There was some mix up at check in and the room we paid for was not available. Also we needed a dog room which apparently even though I stated it in the notes was not reservable In the end we got a very tiny room with a sub par access path and wasn’t able to really enjoy any of the real beauty of the hotel, except for in lobby Hotel tried to make it right. But it was still very disappointing. The location of the hotel is fantastic. The inside and outside of the hotel is very beautiful. You do need to be careful not to get placed in one of the tiny rooms.
RayE, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Overall it was fine. Check in is absolutely at 3, theres not even a person available before then. Communication could have been better. Despite receiving text messages asking if we needed anything and saying to respond via text, i never heard back. Parking lot doesn’t have enough space for all the guests. Oh and if you book thru expedia you will get charged a $25/day resort fee when you check in. However, location was convenient and the room was clean.
Kristal, 3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

It was so close to the beach we could walk to the beach, shopping, and dining. That was great. What I didn't like was that there was never anyone at the desk. No one was there to check us in or check us out. And there didn't seem to be a phone number we could call for help - I always got voicemail. They said to text but the response was not until the next day or 12 hours later. But if you don't need anything it is a nice place and we all felt safe
Jennifer, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

You might have to wait to check in...

I enjoyed my stay at the Tide Pool Villas. The first of two things of mild concern: the check in process was challenging due to the fact the front desk person had so many responsibilities. We waited at least 10 minutes to check in since no one was at the desk when we arrived. There was a group in front and behind us waiting as well. I would suggest the hotel have two people on duty during prime check-in time (4-7?) so there doesn't end up being frustrated patrons. My second "concern' is I was hoping for a little more variety for breakfast. Plan on an all-carb "snack" if you intend to partake in breakfast. It's still probably better than heading to a packed nearby restaurant, but worth being aware of. The facilities in general were great including the pool and hot tub! The surrounding neighborhood was surprisingly quiet.
Mike, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

The property itself was clean and decent; the staff we encountered were pleasant. I booked for (3) people in the room, so I would expect an additional set of linens for the fold out bed. Couldn’t reach anyone over the phone, so my husband had to walk over and get sheets himself. Location is very close to the beach, so parking can be a challenge. Perhaps this was also due to it being a holiday weekend. The reason for the 3-star review is because we were charged an extra amount for the room upon check-in. I received a text message the morning of our arrival date advising us of an additional charge (which was lower than the extra charge I actually paid on site) since we booked our room on a third party website (i.e. Expedia/Orbitz). I already paid the price advertised and shouldn’t be charged extra on the back-end. Feels like a bait and switch. Please modify your SOPs, as this is very misleading to potential consumers.
Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location nice room with kitchenette
Jeannie, 1-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

The room was outdated and not as described in room description. Screens were off windows laying on patio. We attempted to put them on but they were so bent they wouldn’t stay in place. Breakfast was not worth a penny . The cereal containers were broken, the breads were stale ,the waffle irons were old and burnt. There was no fruit , yogurt choices or protein. For the price of the room in off season it was not worth it.
Nathaniel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Such a great area and beautiful property
Michael, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

This is a 5 star location but a 2 star property.
Leah, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Quick trip

Check in process is very slow and our room was not ready Beautiful property and great location
Karen, 1-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

DO NOT STAY!! No one in the office most of the time. Bright light in your bedroom at night. Toilet always runs. Dirty with crickets in your room. No crib for baby except one that’s filthy and smells like vomit. Won’t refund unused nights for horrible service.
Joseph, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great accommodations for the value. Close to everything. Staff is very sweet.
Kadie, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay right by the ocean.

The room was really spacious. It was very clean and the bed was really comfortable. The bathroom was nice too. The front desk people were very friendly and accommodating. The location is perfect!
Lesley, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice Stay

Actually were giving a room at Villa Rosa across the street and under same management. It is an older facility with dated furniture but clean and comfortable; lots of nice tile work.
roberta, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Location was great! Mattress too firm.
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Resonant & White

Beautiful and inconspicuous!
John, 1-night trip