Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)
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Free daily self-service breakfast
Reception
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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128 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe King)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(63 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(78 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe Double Queen)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Deluxe Double Queen with Balcony)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Triple Queen)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Motel with free breakfast, a short walk to Santa Barbara Harbor
An outdoor pool, a hot tub, and dry cleaning are available at this smoke-free motel. Free self-serve breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-out, a TV in a common area, and multilingual staff assistance are onsite. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara offers 47 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Microwaves and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

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

The free breakfast at Avania Inn of Santa Barbara gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Barbara Harbor. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free self-serve breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include a multilingual staff, an elevator, and a terrace
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the comfy beds, spaciousness, and cleanliness
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor and a 4-minute drive from Santa Barbara Zoo
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free breakfast is served daily. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Avania Inn of Santa Barbara. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Santa Barbara motel is smoke free.

Guests are served free self-serve breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (84 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in hallways (93 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in stairways (93 centimetre high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (101 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 18 children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 18 children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using exisiting bedding.

Property is also known as

Avania
Avania Ascend Collection
Avania Inn Ascend Hotel Collection
Avania Inn Santa Barbara Ascend Hotel Collection
Avania Santa Barbara
Avania Santa Barbara Ascend Collection
Avania Inn Santa Barbara
Avania Inn
Avania Inn Of Santa Barbara Hotel Santa Barbara
Avania Hotel Santa Barbara
Country Inn Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara Motel
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Avania Inn of Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1304 out of 1954 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 436 out of 1954 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1954 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1954 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1954 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was great local family hotel to stay at. The hotel was clean and in a good location. Oswaldo, Katy, and Faustina were very friendly and helpful. They made our experience at the hotel great. I highly recommend this hotel as an o
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable stay for three nights at the Avania Inn. It was my first time in Santa Barbara and this hotel was pretty close to everything especially the waterfront. Daily complimentary breakfast was also quite good. I’d stay here again. Price point was pretty decent, too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neelam

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Olena

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No view
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Convenient and great staff

Great staff and pricing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my 2nd night review. Had the best time here! When we make it back to Santa Barbara, I will definitely choose this hotel. The staff was the best part. Everyone was kind, welcoming, and seemed to be enjoying themselves at work, making the experience so much better than at other hotels. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Amber

Travelled with family

Good location

Good location and spacious room. Free parking was a bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Staff & service
Happy with the room but the phone did not work😞
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unpretentious place with clean rooms and ultra attentive staff. The beds were extremely comfortable. Location within an easy walk to wharf/harbor. Didn’t utilize pool but it looked a bit small. AC was OK but not great. Breakfast also good but could use some variety for those staying longer than 2 days. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian D

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Premium location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly, breakfast good, walking distance to downtown Santa Barbara
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

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

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would not go back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donny

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Great location. Nice room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

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

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the time of check and the staff was very helpful and restaurant recommendations the next morning at breakfast all of the staff that we’re working we’re on top of it. They were all busy filling things making sure everybody had everything that they needed especially in the mail working at the desk in the morning. He was a hard worker working fast and efficiently all while being kind and saying kind things to everyone he came across you don’t see good customer service like that anymore. The only negative thing that I would say and it’s been with many hotels and not much they can do about it but You can hear everybody above you all night long that legitimately is the only negative thing. Everything within their control was wonderful, clean helpful hard workers. The staff definitely need to be commended!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Petter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Questionable area when walking home from dinner. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

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

Location location location

Great location Helpful servers at breakfast Faustina and Katy Oswaldo was great at checkin
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025