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The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel near Santa Barbara Harbor in Santa Barbara

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Front of property
Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock
Outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Room, 2 Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara City College
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 250 sq ft
  • 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

  • 243 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, Multiple Beds

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Franciscan Suite Balcony

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

Franciscan Suite Balcony

  • 287 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

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

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 287 sq ft
  • 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

  • 256 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 267 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Franciscan Suite

  • 287 sq ft
  • 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

  • 287 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

  • 498 sq ft
  • 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

  • 287 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 267 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

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

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Santa Barbara Beach hotel, you'll find Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf. Carriage and Western Art Museum and Santa Barbara City College are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 4 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Barbara City College - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 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 in Santa Barbara
The Franciscan Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and complimentary bicycles. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and concierge services are also featured at The Franciscan Hotel. Self parking is free.

This Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
The Franciscan Hotel offers 50 accommodations with iPod docking stations and DVD players. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

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 elevator
  • 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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

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

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 available
Late check-out subject to availability

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM.

Property is 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

How close is The Franciscan Hotel to the airport?

The Franciscan Hotel is 10.3 mi (12-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Apr 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Franciscan Hotel on Apr 28, 2025 start from $189.05, excluding 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.

Does The Franciscan Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Franciscan Hotel.

How close is The Franciscan Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach and 0.9 mi (2-min drive) from East Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Franciscan Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Franciscan Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Franciscan Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Franciscan Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at The Franciscan Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Franciscan Hotel have a pool?

The Franciscan Hotel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9 AM to 10 PM.

Does The Franciscan Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Franciscan Hotel to downtown Santa Barbara?

The Franciscan Hotel is 1.1 mi away from Santa Barbara.

The Franciscan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 778 out of 1023 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 1023 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 1023 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1023 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1023 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

6/10 Okay

James, MANHATTAN BEACH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have been going to this hotel since 1980. I haven't been there for about 9 years. the reason I chose this hotel is the rooms were always warm and nicely decorated. when I opened the door I was greeted with four white walls and cheep IKEA furniture and a lumpy squeaky mattress. If you want to relive your college days, this is the place for yours for me, Never again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simple, clean and courteous. The location is great. We were able to walk everywhere. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sameer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
european feel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property with amazing service! Close to food, shops, and the beach. We didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ZHONGBO, IRVINE

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay when I needed to get away!

Great spot for what I needed - was out of power and needed a place I could work and be comfortable. Location is great .. wonderful walks in the beach and super close to restaurants and funk zone!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Raechel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good find in Santa Barbara

Good location very close to the beach. The room itself was very clean. The front desk was helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful hotel, very clean and well maintained. Within walking distance to the harbor, which was absolutely lovely, You can get just about anywhere in 20 minutes. The staff is exceptional, in particular; Chokri; The manager went above and beyond and guaranteed I had a Wonderful and restorative stay. I highly recommend this stop for anyone visiting Santa Barbara, will definitely be returning to this hotel anytime I go to SB.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ting, Boston

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room with everything needed. Highly recommended. The location is great, close to beach.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Katharine

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super uncomfortable bed

The bed was SO hard and the walls are very thin so our neighbors tv could be heard and was LOUD. The ac unit looks like its from the 70s and we couldnt get it to work so opened a window.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

puneet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice breakfast provided. Great location as we walked to the wharf this morning prior to our checkout. Front desk (Ben) suggested close by restaurants the night before we could walk to. Would definitely stay here again! Cute sink in bathroom with nicely lit mirror. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reynaldo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice facility.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed the trip. Was within 0.5 miles of major restaurants and social space with wineries, breweries, etc. Felt safe and happy with my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry, Signal Hill

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy friendly, fast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Favorite SB hotel!

My wife and I have stayed at a few hotels in Santa Barbara and the Franciscan is our favorite!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024