Palihouse Santa Barbara

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (The Grand Studio Double) | View from room

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (The Grand Studio Double) | Terrace/patio

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (The Grand Studio Double) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, designer toiletries

9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(259 Ratings)

Hotel in Santa Barbara, CA

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

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About this hotel

Mediterranean Santa Barbara hotel in Laguna with a fitness center
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a fitness center. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, free use of bicycles, and concierge services.
Palihouse Santa Barbara offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and minibars. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

40-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Fireplace

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Gym or Fitness Center

Garden

Map of Santa Barbara, CA

Nearby attractions

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

1.3 mi

Ostrichland USA

48.3 mi

Available Rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (The Classic)

1 King • 375 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (The Deluxe King)

1 King • 465 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (The Grand Studio)

1 King • 550 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (The Grand Studio ADA- Roll In Shower)

1 King • 717 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Economy Suite, 1 King Bed, Pool View (The Deluxe Studio)

1 King • 526 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

$$$$

Palihouse Santa Barbara

$$$$

9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(259 Ratings)

Hotel in Santa Barbara, CA

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this hotel

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Fireplace

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Gym or Fitness Center

Garden

Map of Santa Barbara, CA

Nearby attractions

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

1.3 mi

Ostrichland USA

48.3 mi

Available Rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (The Classic)

1 King • 375 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (The Deluxe King)

1 King • 465 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (The Grand Studio)

1 King • 550 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (The Grand Studio ADA- Roll In Shower)

1 King • 717 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Economy Suite, 1 King Bed, Pool View (The Deluxe Studio)

1 King • 526 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(259 Ratings)

5.0 / 10.0

Nov 2024

Amazing hotel with great vibe, ambiance, service, amenities, food, and location. Enjoyed every aspect of our stay. Will definitely return the next time we are in Santa Barbara. One of our family hotels.

5.0 / 10.0

Nov 2024

What a great experience and stay here at Palihouse. Beautiful and quaint property. Parking in the garage on arrival was easy and accessible. We were welcomed by Nate, who was so warm and helpful. Would stay again!

5.0 / 10.0

Oct 2024

This hotel was so incredibly beautiful. Walking distance to everything, the staff are fantastic, they hosted a free happy hour for guests, and the room was gorgeously decorated with a very comfy bed. I highly recommend staying here!

3.0 / 10.0

Oct 2024

The staff were friendly and the pool area is very nice, but our room wasn't. The room was warm and stuffy much of the time because the AC is weak and shuts itself off after a couple hours. In a room with weak AC there should be bedding options other than a thick down comforter or a heavy blanket with a brown smear on it that looked like poo. Having nothing but a thick comforter in a warm room isn't cozy -- it's uncomfortable. The upholstery on both of the chairs had numerous stain blotches. The wooden toilet seat (looked like what you'd bring home from Walmart at midnight because it was the only one they had left) was missing the pads beneath the seat so it banged down directly (and loudly) on the porcelain bowl. The bathtub and shower are both visible from the rest of the room. Maybe that's supposed to be funky or sexy but it's really just awkward and uncomfortable. Even the minibar was weird -- stocked with bottles of soda but no bottle opener. I walked 5 blocks to Ralph's to buy a liter of Coke and we drank that instead of the bottle of Coke that was right there in our room. Maybe our room was supposed to be "shabby chic" but it was just plain shabby. If we had stayed at some 2-star harborside motel we would have taken these things in stride and just said "Oh well." But when you're staying at the "World Famous Palihouse" and paying $900 a night, "Oh well" becomes "What the hell?"

2.0 / 10.0

Sep 2024

One of the reasons we chose the hotel was for the well reviewed bar which was closed all Labor Day weekend, so we didn’t spend as much time relaxing at the hotel as planned. The entire time we were there, they were preparing for a visit from a regional manager or something so it was being overly cleaned all day, in every spot, all around you. Hanging out in their courtyard? A team of 4 people were wiping down the trees, planters, everything you can name. In the lobby? Contact cleaning, vacuuming, wiping down around you. It wasn’t relaxing when it was right next you the whole time. Want to use the pool? Sorry it closed for an hour while they paint the deck on a Sunday of a Holiday weekend. It definitely felt like our enjoyment and comfort was not the priority. We also sweated through the night. Even though the thermostat let you make the room 70 degrees, it was actually 73-74 through the night.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

Great costumer service. It felt quaint and personal. The room was so beautiful and the bed was the comfiest thing I’ve ever laid on.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

Highly recommended. Incredible staff, beautiful boutique hotel, convenient location.

6.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

For the nightly rate being charges the general condition and furnishings in the room were below par. Basics like coffee service in the morning etc we well below what i would expect from a hotel charging the types of process we paid.

5.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

Amazing stay - gorgeous hotel room, so well designed. We loved our Economy Suite! We loved the pool, we loved the happy hour. Great team helping us with any ask. Definitely staying again!

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

Loved our 3night stay - highly recommend!!

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

Loved this hotel , parking was secure and very friendly staff . Hotel is so chic .

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

Very unique hotel with a very pleasant experience, definitely would book again, staff were also great and helpful, stellar hospitality.

5.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

Loved every detail of Palihouse! The prettiest hotel I have ever stayed at and especially the staff Sevy and Tommy are so amazing. We will definitely come back here.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

Clean unique beautiful property

5.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

Warm staff and a very cool vibe. Well located and an overall great stay!

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

Lovely spot

4.0 / 10.0

May 2024

The Palihouse is one of my go to boutique properties abased on the consistency of the service, the whimsy of the properties, and the social vibe. However the Santa Barbara property staff was far too casual and no professional.

5.0 / 10.0

May 2024

Very nice place; friendly staff. 4 blocks from State Street - so close to stores and restaurants.

10.0 / 10.0

May 2024

Loved this property. So much style and looking forward to coming back.

10.0 / 10.0

May 2024

A great stay!

10.0 / 10.0

May 2024

Outstanding boutique hotel, helpful and courteous staff, comfortable beds, small but quiet pool, a fantastic stay in a great city.

10.0 / 10.0

May 2024

A hiden Gem in Santa Barbara with a great staff. Thanks karey for the hospitality.

5.0 / 10.0

May 2024

Great staff! Had the luck to work with Karey a couple times during our stay. She was always efficient, friendly and pleasant. She would be an asset to any business.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2024

Lovely stay …. We could to zaytoon restaurant , which is amazing Mediterranean restaurant

5.0 / 10.0

Apr 2024

My wife and I frequent Santa Barbara and have stayed in numerous different hotels over the years. Hands down Pali House is the best hotel we’ve EVER stayed at in SB! From the overall ambiance of the hotel to the cleanliness there was nothing missed. Every interaction with employees was perfect. Noel was at the bar and was an amazing host. The hotel is a perfect location just outside of all the hustle and bust yet close enough to walk almost anywhere. We were in town for a concert and a walk to the SB Bowl was quick and saved us the headache of dealing with parking and the traffic after the show. Truthfully the best hotel stay my wife and I have had!

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2024

Had a great stay. Front desk staff were communicative and great ambience.

5.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

I had a wonderful stay at the Playhouse Santa Barbara! I will be visiting again!

4.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

Got there the room was over deodorized they changed us but only had larger room was charging then they took off extra charge, that was good because the staff was very nice Place needs an update but really charming and enjoyable!!! Great location

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

Fantastic stay with all of the best elements of Santa Barbara

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

Absolutely lovely. Hotel fits vibe of Santa Barbara perfectly. The courtyard is serene. On location bikes to borrow was a huge bonus. We'll happily stay here again!

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

Amazing, cozy property. Walking distance from State Street. Employees were very nice. Summer checked us in, gave us some bubbly and gave us a quick run down of the property. The bar was intimate and Noel took care of us. Highly recommend this location for couples.

5.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

Excellent. The staff was lovely. My check-in experience was great.

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2024

Very good hotel; I will come back again!

5.0 / 10.0

Feb 2024

The hotel is beautiful and the service was lovely. Our stay was extremely comfortable and perfect for a couple's getaway. I love that they have a happy hour and complimentary bubbly. However, I was a little disappointed there wasn't a single complimentary water bottle in the room as it seems to be an industry standard especially for such luxury hotels.

5.0 / 10.0

Jan 2024

Such a beautiful boutique, we had such fun, the rooms and ambiance of the hotel day or night were amazing

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2024

The staff was super friendly, the room was amazing, and it was right in the heart of Santa Barbara but far enough away from the busyness of State Street. Couldn’t have asked for a better stay.

5.0 / 10.0

Jan 2024

We were able to check in earlier and everyone was so nice and made us feel welcome at all times.

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2024

Quaint, friendly service, rooms well designed, nice amenities. Free cookies and lemonade! Walk to area shops and restaurants but not in busy area.

3.0 / 10.0

Dec 2023

This place is not for me. When I walked in the lobby there was some weird, awful scent. The girl that welcomed me was not very welcoming and hastily showed me to my room. She didn't show me around or explain anything. It was odd. Upon entering my room, I immediately didn't want to stay here and regretted choosing this place. It was dark and oddly decorated with hipster tchotchkes. The lighting was terrible. The fireplace and patio are nice. I didn't like anything else. If I return to Santa Barbara I will not return to Palihouse.

5.0 / 10.0

Dec 2023

We loved our stay and will most certainly return. Our room was spacious with a great mini fridge, Marshall speaker, snacks, and the most comfy bed. The vibe is French and chill!!

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Santa Barbara?

The average price for a rental in Santa Barbara is $510 per night. This rental is $71 above the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Palihouse Santa Barbara. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Palihouse Santa Barbara. Enjoy the water!

Is Palihouse Santa Barbara pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Palihouse Santa Barbara?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, fireplace, and laundry.

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Palihouse Santa Barbara

Hotel in Santa Barbara, CA

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Santa Barbara, CA

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (The Classic)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (The Deluxe King)

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (The Grand Studio)

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (The Grand Studio ADA- Roll In Shower)

Economy Suite, 1 King Bed, Pool View (The Deluxe Studio)

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Hotel in Santa Barbara, CA

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Santa Barbara, CA

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (The Classic)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (The Deluxe King)

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (The Grand Studio)

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (The Grand Studio ADA- Roll In Shower)

Economy Suite, 1 King Bed, Pool View (The Deluxe Studio)

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Santa Barbara?

Is parking included with this hotel?

Is there a pool at this hotel?

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