Hotel Californian

In Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone, this 5-star waterfront beach hotel sits steps from Stearns Wharf and MOXI. Minutes from Santa Barbara Harbor, the Ty Warner Sea Center, Chase Palm Park and the county courthouse. Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) is about 10.7 miles away.

A bespoke coastal retreat with striking architecture and crafted interiors. The hotel has 121 individually decorated rooms with private balconies offering panoramic views, minibars and espresso makers, flat-screen TVs, designer toiletries and plush bathrobes.

Full-service spa with massages, body treatments and facials, plus indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, bicycles to rent, a hair salon, concierge and a picnic area. Expect wake-up sea-breeze mornings and easy waterfront strolls to nearby attractions.

Business center and event facilities including a conference hall and meeting rooms, 24-hour front desk, dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected and a roundtrip airport shuttle is available 24 hours; on-site parking is offered (fees may apply).

Three on-site restaurants, a coffee shop/café, bar/lounge and poolside bar tempt guests. Room service and full breakfasts are available. Menus highlight local coastal flavors and diverse culinary options.