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ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

2.0 star property
City-center hostel within easy reach of Santa Barbara Harbor

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Experience beachside charm at ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel, where you can enjoy a to-go breakfast and stay connected with in-room WiFi. Nearby Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor offer endless opportunities for fun, while the helpful staff ensure your stay is relaxing.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (11)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Self parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Lockers available

Feel at home (5)

  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Hair dryer
The current price is CNY754
CNY860 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27

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Economy Shared Dormitory

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi

Classic Shared Dormitory, Women only

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi

Classic Shared Dormitory

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Basic Double Room | Free WiFi

Basic Double Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Double Room | Free WiFi

Basic Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
134 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Moreton Bay Fig Tree - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 13 min drive
  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 39 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Station - 5 min walk
  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 17 min drive
  • Goleta Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Validation Ale - ‬6 min walk

About this property

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

When you stay at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby kayaking, snorkeling, and surfing/body boarding, and free perks include WiFi and on-the-go breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Also, Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Bowl are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • 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 front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • 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
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (USD 20 per night)
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Lockers available
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

More

  • Housekeeping on request

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Self parking costs USD 20 per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

I.T.H. Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel Santa Barbara
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel 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.

Are pets allowed at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 20 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, fishing, and horseback riding. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel like?

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel is located near West Beach in Santa Barbara Beach, a short 5-minute walk from Santa Barbara Station and 8 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara Harbor.

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Reviews

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property offers a great breakfast option with complimentary coffee, DIY eggs, and pancakes. (9 reviews)
  • The beach is within a short and sweet walk from the property. (7 reviews)
  • Parking was convenient and available with a small fee, located near the property. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff. Clean and Fun property with daily activities..2 blocks from the beach. Make your own pancake breakfast with great coffee. Great prices! We will be back!
Cassie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

When I booked I didn't realize it was a Hostel, turned out to be a wonderful happy accident! Fun community vibe and great self-prep breakfast option. Love the space and nice to have such a wonderful outdoor space...if only the WiFi worked outside! Wifi isn't very strong beyond the living room. And I'm sure this comment is indicative of my age, but the music is too loud all the time.
Tamela, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Close to the beach, public transportation, restaurants, farmers market etc. Lots of activities. Games, corn hole, ping pong, firepit. Washers and dryers. Lockers. Vending machine. Kitchen. Breakfast provided. Beds are comfortable. Staff is amazing.
Jen, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff, really friendly & welcoming. Well-equipped hostel with a cozy common area and everything you might need but forgot. Daily/nightly events and a great outdoor space. Literally next to the train station so it’s convenient to get to. My daughter & I felt safe the entire time!
Alfie, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommended
Naya, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were SUPER chill! Everyone was friendly (guests and staff alike). There's a common area kitchen where you can store your food in a refrigerator or freezer, and there are utensils, basic spices, a stove, and cooking ware to prepare your own food. During my stay they had eggs, bananas, and pancake mix that they provided for breakfast with some accoutrements for the pancakes (brown sugar, coconut, syrup). There were common guitars and a common piano for people to use too. Lights out at 11am and it wasn't too noisy. Such a cool place!
Sean, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Neat and clean place for backpackers. I love the kitchen which allows me to cook for the kids and myself. Very nice atmosphere and well maintained. They are not fancy but definitely clean everywhere.
Dezheng, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing spot and awesome staff
Karim, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and great breakfast
Justin, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Walkable to everything, beach and downtown
Mike, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hostel! Friendly, helpful staff.
Donald, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fun and friendly atmosphere. Matthew was especially kind in showing me around. Definitely would stay here again.
Jacob, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It is a centrally located welcoming place to stay. Common areas have all the amenities that every hostel should carry. The private room I booked could also have had its private bathroom in it. However, the shared bathroom and the all gender restroom was clean and helpful. Eggs, package and the coffee were pleasant for the breakfast. Thanks to Bobby, Jonathan and the rest of the hostel crew for their accessibility.
Mustafa, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome place to stay. Good breakfast, friendly staff, good vibes.
Luciano, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Staff are inviting and friendly. There are NO lockers available. I purchased a $5 lock that they sold to me and couldn’t find one locker available, all of them were used as storage for the staff. In the middle of the night someone reached through my curtain and grabbed my leg. I assume it was to see if I was still in there but it felt aggressive and weird. I won’t stay again because of it, but other than that the place was clean and the area was really nice.
Janette, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Yes it was
Liahnnie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I spend 4 days in this Hostel and it was incredible ! The staff are so nice and everything is really clean ! By the way if you meet Maxine you're better watch out because she is iconic !! There is also activities during the day and in the evening, so as a single traveler it's perfect to meet new people ! Don't hesitate if you come in Santa Barbara, come to the ITH !!
Angelina, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Such a cute and inviting space!
Jacqueline, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was a lovely stay
Saksham, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was great! Great location, so close to the beach and to Downtown, you can walk to both, staff so kind, space super clean - will definitely come back!
VITORIA, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

What a great spot! From the first intro to the property and staff to the end of my stay it was perfect. Great space, very clean, great location!
MEAGHAN, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Safe, great spot to meet new people, friendly staff, clean and quiet.
Brian, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, friendly staff, clean accommodations.
Salha, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay! Clean like a European hostel
Zachary, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Location close to the Amtrak station, sufficient restrooms for use, free breakfast as described, however there was no air conditioning in the room, just a portable fan available.
Mei Qi, 1-night trip