La Playa Inn
Hotel in Santa Barbara, CA
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsAir conditioner, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more
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About this hotel
Hotel with free parking, steps from Santa Barbara City College
Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a front-desk safe and a vending machine.
La Playa Inn offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 39-inch LED televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.
Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a front-desk safe and a vending machine.
La Playa Inn offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 39-inch LED televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony or Patio
TV
Map of Santa Barbara, CA
Available Rooms
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds
2 Double • 300 ft²
Sleeps 4
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed
1 King • 300 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
1 King • 300 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds
2 Double • 300 ft²
Sleeps 4
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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony
1 King • 300 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Reviews
5.0
Very clean and beautiful inn.
5.0
Friendly staff, clean, quiet, nice rooms, close to restaurants.
5.0
We enjoyed the hotel and their hospitality. The hotel is clean and beautiful, and the staff is super nice. Thanks!
5.0
The hotel has been beautifully updated, and the staff was great. The location is very convenient for SBCC parents, etc.
4.0
My
5.0
The room was excellent it was clean big comfortable the balcony was a plus Deff will be coming back
5.0
An absolutely charming hotel in a great area - very close to restaurants, the pier and the harbor. Tasty coffee and fresh baked goods for breakfast. Front desk staff is polite and very pleasant. I will be back very soon!
8.0
La Playa Inn has a very convenient location, the rooms were clean, and overall, I had a good stay. The only area for improvement that I can think of is the bed was not to my preference. The mattress was really soft, and I prefer something a bit firmer. I'd give 4.5 stars if I could!
10.0
So much hospitality
8.0
Loved this gorgeous, Spanish style hotel! It was conveniently located nwar State St., the beach, and 101 fwy. Unfortunately, there were some issues with our room; TV kept shutting off, and the remote for the TV seemed to also unintentionally control the the fan. Maybe cross wiring?! We had our fan replaced and TV repaired (remote still controlled both LOL). We were gifted a bottle of wine with a, "sorry for the inconvenience," card which was extremely thoughtful! All of the staff were friendly and courteous. There was a nice continental breakfast; muffins were hard, but the ham and cheese Croissants, and fruit were great! We were on the 2nd floor and the people above us were stomping around most of the night. I'd definitely stay at La Playa Inn, again, but request 3rd floor!.
3.0
The beds were not comfortable. The soap and shampoo dispenser were horrible. The shower was not comfortable either.
6.0
The hotel was clean, staff was lovely, basically a bargain hotel. Not luxurious, no extras. Faux wood floors. It is a place to stay but in no way a vacation.
10.0
My favorite stay so far! The staff are all very friendly and professional. The property is very well-designed and has comfortable soft mattresses and bedding. It made our vacation feel truly amazing. Thank you!
6.0
Decent location on one of the main roads into the coastal esplanade. Relaxed Mediterranean feel in common areas with terracotta patios and plants. Rooms OK - guess depends which one you get. Relatively small but clean bedrooms with Jim particularly stand out features. Beds raised on a strange metal frame. Parking included is safe, undercover and free - a refreshing change from the money making of others. Basic continental breakfast will set you off to a good start. Hotel walkable into SB, the coastal strip, pier, shopping inland and everything you’ll want to see.
10.0
Great room, clean and spacious.
Didn't try the breakfast. Parking s little cramped will stay there again
4.0
The hotel itself is very nice. Newer construction, very clean, continental breakfast is served daily. The mattress was very soft (not comfortable if you prefer more firm). The towels were odd...not good drying ability (felt a bit waxy or something and not absorbent). The location itself wasn't wonderful as it is situated right across from a park, which was inhabited by homeless people. We didn't have a vehicle, so we walked everywhere. You'd probably like to stay closer to State Street/101 to be in a better area.
10.0
Easy check in/check out process. Parking included on the property (covered and uncovered spots). Location is great. A couple blocks from the water and main street. Rooms were good size and clean. Good noise cancellation. We didn’t hear any of our neighbors.
4.0
Great location for beach, walking and views. Rooms on upper level have vaulted ceilings, bright and roomy. Continental breakfast was really good. Only complaint is that they did not care whatsoever about recycling plastic, glass or anything!
10.0
Clean, classy, easy to access.
6.0
I give it a mixed review. This is the second time I stayed here. The first time was better than this time.
Excellent location, coffee, cleanliness, and outdoor aesthetics.
Problems:
The bed is extremely soft to the point of marshmallow.
We had to change rooms 3 times due to screaming plumbing pipes, and inadequate accommodations. The room we ended up in was a view of the parking lot and main street traffic with a noisy a/c that kept us awake.
The breakfast food is not good.
The water is icky so bring bottled water for yourself.
Also, you will need to bring your own soap, shampoo and conditioner and lotion because the hotel provisions are icky.
Prices are way to high for what you get.
10.0
Within walking distance of the beaches and the town . Staff very helpful friendly.
5.0
The hotel was small but beautiful, its Spanish style and the attention to detail was evident throughout the hotel. A walk away from the marina, shops, and restaurants.
10.0
Beautiful and near the ocean. Delicious restaurants in walking distance. The peer is lovely too. The hotel was really nice and the staff were perfect hosts.
10.0
Very Tidy, quiet, clean, and centrally located
10.0
Nice rooms
10.0
Modern look, clean and staff is friendly. I left a pair of shoes behind after I had checked out and they call me to let me know. They were willing to mail them!!
10.0
Our stay at La Playa Inn was delightful. On our arrival we were given loads of information about the town centre and how to navigate and some suggestions for sightseeing.
The hotel itself was immaculately clean and spacious. With two teenage girls there was plenty of room to prep for going out. We were a 3 minute walk to the beach and a 12 minute walk to the town hub. We loved staying in Santa Barbara I would highly recommend the town and this hotel.
10.0
Good service and friendly staffs!
5.0
This was an incredible trip. My fiance and I got engaged and the hotel gave us a nice bottle of wine and were incredibly kind the entire trip. I loved the covered parking and the room was really nice. My only critique was that the thermostat was hard to use and we got confused on how to use it so our room was kind of warm, but the screen door locked on our window which made it comfortable at night. I could see this being an issue later in the summer. We walked to state street multiple times from the hotel and were able to walk to the beach and enjoy the pier. I would recommend and would stay here again. Thank you La Playa!
10.0
Close to the beach.
10.0
Wonderful property, clean and quiet
10.0
The location was excellent. It was walking distance to Stearns Wharf, the beach, and State St. The staff at the front desk were outstanding. They were super helpful in guiding us with recommendations for places to eat and also had good insights regarding our questions about the various museums, mission, and the Courthouse.
10.0
Friendly staff, perfect location near the wharf, lots of restaurants within walking distance. Nice to be able to park on the premises. We’re happy to have found La Playa Inn. It’s a quiet location tucked away from the hustle & bustle, yet close to most everything.
10.0
Very nice clean and relaxing
10.0
Perfect
10.0
Nice hotel and staff was friendly and accommodating.
10.0
Everyone was nice and helpful.
10.0
Convenient location, clean property, and helpful staff. Would definitely stay again!
10.0
Walking distance to the beach and Spanish style building
4.0
The price was correct. The place is convenient for walking to the harbor and the walking zone. We met friends for dinner and walked to the place.
One thing I wished there had been was a LOT less single use plastic.
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Santa Barbara?
The average price for a rental in Santa Barbara is R 5,805 per night. This rental is R 1,840 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at La Playa Inn. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is La Playa Inn pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at La Playa Inn?
We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, internet / wifi, parking, balcony or patio, and tv.
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