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The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Santa Barbara Harbor

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Escape to The Franciscan Hotel in Santa Barbara Beach, where the tranquil atmosphere is perfect for relaxation. Soak up the sun by the outdoor pool with comfortable loungers and umbrellas or unwind with a rejuvenating soak in the spa tub. With free WiFi, bicycle rentals, and helpful staff nearby attractions are within easy reach.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Beach towels
  • Hot tub
  • Computer station
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Premium bedding
The current price is CNY1,509
CNY1,720 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21

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Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Room, Multiple Beds | 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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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

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

Franciscan Suite

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

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

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

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Executive Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Executive Suite

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

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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Franciscan Suite Balcony | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Franciscan Suite Balcony

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | 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 | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

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

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

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

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Economy Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • West Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive
  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 47 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min walk
  • Goleta Station - 13 min drive
  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Guests can get a morning swim in at the outdoor pool, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of University of California, Santa Barbara. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and beach location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 50 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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 7:00 AM - 11:00 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 allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

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

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • An outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM

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.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Carte Blanche

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Franciscan Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Franciscan Hotel 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 The Franciscan Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9 AM to 10 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Franciscan Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Franciscan Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

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

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Franciscan Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool.

What's the area around The Franciscan Hotel like?

The Franciscan Hotel is located near West Beach in Santa Barbara Beach, a short 9-minute walk from Santa Barbara Station and 4 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara Harbor. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.

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Reviews

The Franciscan Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property is within walking distance to the beach, offering a convenient and lovely beach experience. (86 reviews)
  • Breakfast was a nice touch with a variety of options available. (33 reviews)
  • The pool was a great touch, heated and clean, perfect for a warm day. (30 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was amazing! Great location
Tiffany, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A charming property close with spacious, comfortable rooms. The staff was welcoming and helpful. Enjoyed my stay very much.
Art, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staying at the Franciscan is guarantee for worriless enjoying Santa Barbara. Friendly staff, excellent location, neat rooms.
Jos, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect t locatio
Elizabeth, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was friendly, clean room, breakfast and snack was good. Coffee and tea available in the afternoon. Stayed here 3x and enjoyed a walk to the beach area.
Donald, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The front desk staff was efficient and knowledgeable. The room was clean and location was perfect.
Dalia, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Polite, helpful staff, great location, close to beach and State St. great property, very clean. Love the vibe.
Charles, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was great, the grounds were beautiful, and the location was perfect!
Chris, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was a quaint hotel just a block from the beach and much less expensive then most hotels in the area. Very friendly staff and fresh homemade cookies. Free parking and breakfast. Will stay there again.
Brian, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Close to the walk on the beach. Convenient to restraints.
MICHAEL, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely property. Very quiet, block from the beach, spacious, remodeled rooms, plus free parking, bikes, breakfast, WiFi and no resort fees. First stayed here in 1994 and happy to keep coming back. Love that Santa Barbara has so many independent hotels and this is one of the best!
Brian, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel room, recently renovated. Pool and hot tubs were nice and clean. Breakfast was a limited but very good buffet, range of options such as muffins, bagels, eggs, bacon and sausage plus cereals. Location is perfect! A mile walk from the main village/town and steps from the beach/marina. They also offer free bike rentals and afternoon cookies! We will definitely be back.
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly staff. Spotless rooms and hotel grounds. Nice breakfast. Pool and hot tub were great!
Cyndi, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
LEI, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and affordable
Tony, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Staff is a little friendly dependent on who’s working. Breakfast is decent. Rooms are clean and the location is nice and quiet and convenient.
Jeff, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, quiet, nice and close to the beach. Absolutely loved our stay!
Eunchae, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, friendly staff
VICTORIA, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Simple clean and spacious room…friendly staff and quick & easy check in. Great location, walking distance to beach.
Catherine, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

No local cable tv missed the Olympics and golf room is to expensive to go that cheap
Burnard, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was very clean and very friendly staff. Can’t wait to go back again.
Pedro, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The kitchenette area was fully equipped as advertised and all was new and squeaky clean. The room was very comfortably furnished, and the bed was comfortable to sleep in (not too hard or too soft). Ben at the front desk was very helpful when checking us in. Loved this hotel and would gladly stay again.
Olga, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean, and the staff were super sweet and accommodating
Yasmine, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place and location.
John, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Love this place! It’s been remodeled and family owned and dog friendly for well behaved pups. We loved the full fridge and microwave option but it’s so close to the ocean and all the restaurants. Great place to stay!! Fantastic and knowledgeable service as well!
Larisa, 2-night trip