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Montecito Inn
4 stars

Montecito Inn

1295 Coast Village Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93108, United States
Santa Barbara, CA
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$187
Cheapest

rate per night

7.8
Good
based on 592 reviews
592 reviews
Room type
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Nightly total
Standard room
Queen room
King room

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Overview

At Santa Barbara Hotels Montecito Inn guest rooms and suites are furnished in the classical Mediterranean influences of Montecito and Santa Barbara’s unique style, which includes decorative lines, warm earth tones, and pastel colors. A few standout features of the accommodations include Italian marble bathrooms and fireplaces in select rooms and suites.

Luxury rooms and suites offer elegant decor in the traditional sense with an elegant color palette of champagne, creams, gold, and French grey. Bathrooms are adorned with white marble that has been imported directly to the Inn from Italy and offers spa tubs or showers with twin sinks.

Scratch Restaurants was started from Chefs Phillip and Margarita Lee’s personal spin on what they thought the restaurant concept could be. Though each of their concepts remains independent and unique, what always ties all of the Scratch Restaurants together is the dedication to artisanal “from scratch” approach to hospitality.

Santa Barbara Hotels Montecito Inn is located a short drive to many major area attractions. From winery tours to finding favorite brands, Santa Barbara has so much to offer visitors. Concierge service maintains a fully updated list of the area's best places to visit and activities to enjoy and would be happy to help guests plan a fun full day.

Historic Montecito Inn is a landmark in the community of Montecito. The Inn was built in 1928 by Hollywood legend, Charlie Chaplin, and is a great place for guests to visit. Area festivals in Santa Barbara are very common due to the mild weather year-round as well as a rich history of the area, making it an ideal place to host a variety of festivals and outdoor events. Downtown Santa Barbara features world-class shopping and top local restaurants, so guests are sure to always have something to do.

7.8
Good rating
Based on 592 verified guest reviews

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King room
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Superior room
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Amenities at Montecito Inn

  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Spa bath
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Walk-in shower

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Hypoallergenic
  • No smoking
  • Increased accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Elevator
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Adapted bath
  • Allergy-free room
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

General

  • Family rooms
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Mountain view
  • Storage available
  • Fireplace
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Soundproofing
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor

Kitchen

  • Wine glasses
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Massage
  • Sauna

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Dining table

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Smartphone dock

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Bicycle rental
  • Cycling
  • Horse riding
  • Hiking

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • EV charging station
  • Valet parking

Outdoor

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Pants press
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available

Health and safety

  • Safe

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Reviews of Montecito Inn

7.8
Good
592 verified ratings
Wonderful
248
Very good
90
Good
113
Okay
60
Fair
44
Mediocre
15
Poor
22

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location and friendly service, highlighting the clean and comfortable rooms. However, several reviews pointed out issues with noise levels from nearby highways and inconsistent hot water in the bathrooms. Some guests also mentioned the need for updates in certain areas of the hotel.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Amenities8.5 out of 10
Bathroom2.5 out of 10
Noise Level2 out of 10
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6.0
Okay
David, May 2025
It was just ok given the price. Room was small and although clean, had an older feel to it. Free breakfast was a joke with literally a plate of muffins served as “a continental breakfast” & no place to it except bringing it back to your room. Not worth the price they’re asking. Because of the hotel’s relationship w/ actor Charlie Chaplin, they rely to heavily on it & not enough on larger rooms wit...
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6.0
Okay
John, Apr 2017
Pros (+) Location is great. Cool old school elevator
Cons (-) Water in shower cuts out when someone in another room flushes the toilet. Average hotel next to the freeway
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Feb 2017
Pros (+) Very attentive staff, perfect location, quiet comfort and clean property. For such a small property....it had all of the amenities. Very nicely done.
Cons (-) Historic hotels suffer from ambient noise due to old construction. You can hear guests in other rooms. It comes with the charm.
9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2015
Pros (+) Very nice hotel, great staff, and it's so nice to get breakfast in the morning. Only complaint was we have little kids and so needed a room with two beds and the full beds are a bit small...even though they were very comfortable.
7.7
Good
Anonymous, Sep 2015
Pros (+) It was an absolutely gorgeous hotel. No two rooms are alike. Classical feel with a few modern embelishments. Heated pool was wonderful and hot tub was great.
Cons (-) The staff could have been more approachable and proactively helpful. I saw a lot of forheads (looking down at computer screens or otherwise "busy" despite no guests at the desk. The hot water situation was less than ideal. Nosy yet what combination you did, it would periodically get scorching hot then cold, then resume a tolerable temperature for a few minutes.

Location

1295 Coast Village Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93108

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Zoo1.4 mi
  • Westmont College2.2 mi
  • Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center2.7 mi
  • Stearns Wharf2.7 mi
  • West Beach2.9 mi
  • Andalucia Building3 mi
  • Santa Barbara Bowl3.2 mi
  • Santa Barbara Historical Museum3.2 mi
  • Presidio State Historic Park3.3 mi
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse3.5 mi
  • Janssens-Orella-Birk Building3.6 mi
  • Santa Barbara Museum of Art3.6 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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Essential information about Montecito Inn

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March
July
$450
$587
Cheapest month to stay with an average 34% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 61% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Montecito Inn

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Montecito Inn, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and April.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Montecito Inn, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Montecito Inn was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $340, while the most expensive was $591.
  • How long should you stay at Montecito Inn? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at Montecito Inn

  • What is the quickest route from Santa Barbara Airport to the Montecito Inn?

    Conveniently located, the Montecito Inn is only a 15min drive from the closest airport and connected with US-101 South. From US-101, take exit 94A to merge onto Spring Road. Turn left onto Olive Mill Road and then left again onto Coast Village Road. If you want to opt for public transport, there are also options that take about 1h 20min. You can first take line 11 to UCSB Elings Hall Outbound and change for line 24X to the Transit Center. From here, hop on line 20 to reach Coast Village & Olive Mill where the hotel is only a 1min walk away.

  • What kind of fare is offered at the Montecito Inn restaurant?

    Dining at the Scratch restaurants is not your everyday eating experience, but a unique opportunity to indulge in high-class cuisine. The Monarch is an all-day dining option that brings local produce and dishes to the plate. However, international cuisine, mainly inspired by Mediterranean influences, weaves its way through the menu, too. The on-site Sushi bar provides guests with a special food experience, seating up to 10 for a Chef cooking show ensued by 17 courses of sushi. Private hosting is also available at the Silver Bough, where fine gourmet dining is on the agenda.

  • How much event space is available at the Montecito Inn?

    If you want to host a smaller wedding reception, banquet, or meeting, the 1,100 sq ft of flexible event space fits your needs perfectly. The Chaplin Room invites up to 48 people and can be arranged with various seating layouts. Catering services can be organized upon request to make your event even more perfect. Free Wi-Fi, AV technology, and further equipment are available for your needs.

  • What are things to do when I stay at the Montecito Inn?

    The hotel concierge can help you find and book various activities in the surrounding area of the hotel, such as surfing, whale watching, paddle boarding, and kayaking. A hot tub is at your disposal on-site the hotel premises as part of the pool facilities, and the fitness center is facilitated with modern equipment and machines.

  • What can I enjoy at the Montecito Inn spa?

    In-room spa services are available at this prime destination for your convenience. Unlike many other hotels, the Montecito Inn features quite extensive in-room spa services, not only spanning massages and facials, but also aesthetic treatments. As part of their extensive wellness program, you can even ask for a private Pilates or yoga class. If you want to venture out, the hotel has a partnership with a nearby spa that can indulge with everything you wish.

  • Does the Montecito Inn feature add-ons or packages to make my stay even better?

    In order to enhance your time during your stay, choose from the various deals the hotel provides, such as the Horseback Ride deal, where you can enjoy a private tour of the Californian coastline on horseback. The Vineyard Picnic Tour gives you the opportunity to see the incredible Californian wineries up close.

  • Where is Montecito Inn located?

    Montecito Inn is located at 1295 Coast Village Road, 3.5 miles from the center of Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara Zoo is the closest landmark to Montecito Inn.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Montecito Inn?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Montecito Inn.

  • Does Montecito Inn offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Montecito Inn offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Montecito Inn from the airport?

    Montecito Inn is 11.4 miles from Santa Barbara. Montecito Inn is 57.1 miles from Santa Maria Public.

  • Does Montecito Inn have a pool?

    Yes, Montecito Inn has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Montecito Inn hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Montecito Inn in Santa Barbara and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Montecito Inn and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Montecito Inn.

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Distance to airport

7.9
3.5 mi
Santa Barbara
11.4 mi