Location
This hotel is located in uptown Santa Barbara, about 4.5 km from Santa Barbara along State Street. Shops can be found at Paseo Nuevo Mall, around 9 minutes’ drive from the hotel. The nearest bus station is also around 9 minutes’ drive away, and the Amtrak Santa Barbara railway station is around 12 minutes’ drive away. The Old Mission is located 2.5 km downtown from the lodge and about 5.9 km from the harbour (Stearn's Wharf). Further nearby places include Santa Barbara Courthouse (around 7 minutes’ drive), Santa Ynez Wine Country (around 36 minutes’ drive) and University of California Santa Barbara (around 15 minutes’ drive away).
Facilities
4 apartments, 26 single rooms and 44 double rooms are located on 2 storeys and can be reached by lift. Staffed 24 hours a day, the reception desk provides a smooth check-in/check-out service. The hotel provides a safe and a business centre. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Parking facilities available to guests include a garage and a car park.
Rooms
Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and have a double bed, a queen-size bed or a king-size bed. Separate bedrooms can be booked. Valuables can be securely stored in a safe. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge, a microwave and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a games console, an alarm clock and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. A shower, a bathtub and a whirlpool bath are included the bathrooms. For additional convenience, bathrooms also provide a hairdryer. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
The sports and entertainment facilities at the hotel ensure that guests have plenty of activities to choose from during their stay. The pleasantly heated water of the outdoor pool area guarantees comfortable swimming. Guests can relax and enjoy the sun loungers and parasols provided. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. After an eventful day, guests can work out and recharge in the gym.
Meals
Dining facilities include a restaurant, a breakfast room and a bar. A continental breakfast guarantees a great start to the day.
Payment
The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.