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The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Santa Barbara Harbor

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Front of property
Reception
Room, 2 Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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
The Franciscan Hotel offers a peaceful retreat in Santa Barbara Beach. Relax by the outdoor pool with loungers and umbrellas or enjoy a soothing dip in the spa tub. Free WiFi and bicycle rentals make exploring nearby attractions easy, with helpful staff enhancing the experience.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ₩461,023
₩525,567 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 11 - Sep 12

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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

Franciscan Suite Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(78 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
  • 27 sq m
  • 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Franciscan Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 27 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
  • 27 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, a neighborhood in Santa Barbara, The Franciscan Hotel is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Santa Barbara Bowl and Carriage and Western Art Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Paseo Nuevo Mall and La Arcada. Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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Map
109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 3 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Loquita - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Roasting Company - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Franciscan Hotel

Hotel near Santa Barbara Harbor
At The Franciscan Hotel, you can look forward to dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, concierge services, and beach towels
  • A vending machine, a gift shop, and a computer station
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 50 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Coffee/tea makers, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

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

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Does The Franciscan Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM–10 PM.

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

As of Sep 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Franciscan Hotel on Sep 11, 2025 start from ₩461,023, 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.

Is The Franciscan Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Franciscan Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Franciscan Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Franciscan Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Franciscan Hotel located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Carriage and Western Art Museum and Santa Barbara Harbor. Santa Barbara City College and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are also within 10 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Franciscan Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 789 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1017 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice boutique hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Franciscan was amazing! The staff was super helpful too!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and bright. Staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family had an incredible experience at this inn. Wonderful hospitality and great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I are making this our go to hotel in Santa Barbara. Staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Short walk to the beach with lots to do
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best nights sleep ! Such a quiet and comfortable room Highly recommend We will return for sure !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall still very good after many years!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Chety

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property is super close to the pier. Very outdated and beds matress needs to be replace
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and very quiet. Only complaint would be the lady that checked us in, not very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and calm hotel! Supe close to the beach and only a 20 minute walk to downtown!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved The Franciscan and plan to stay again soon!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ben behind the desk treated me extremely well and was incredibly friendly. Really gave me the rundown of the whole area including what to do and recommendations. Rooms were clean, no issues with anything except some quality issues with the tv. Otherwise perfect. Close to everything. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the pier, dining, walkable, close to amenities. Free Parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, location is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gladys

Location was great and room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My go to stay in Santa Barbara. Awesome front desk, nice rooms, and you walk walk down to Toma for an awesome dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved that the bedroom was clean and especially that it had wooden floors. We had 2 queen beds, but, only one end table in the middle to accommodate the 2 beds. Property very well maintained!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and even better accommodations. this hotel far exceeded my expectations and all of the staff was so welcoming and amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel, clean and updated, location is very convenient to the beach or the restaurants and shops. We enjoyed our one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Zhanna

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Nice professional staff members and great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
B
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ben greeted us with a smile and was incredibly helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025