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Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
Hotel with bar/lounge, near Santa Barbara Harbor

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Relax in this serene bedroom with a large bed, city and mountain views, and a bench.
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Enjoy a restful night's sleep in this stylish bedroom with a large bed and cityscape views.
Indulge in specialty coffee and baked goods at this urban coffee shop, where a menu of options is always available.
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In the heart of Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, Drift Santa Barbara offers a unique experience. Enjoy a coffee at the cafe, grab a drink at the bar, or rent bikes to explore nearby Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor. With express check-in and helpful staff, your stay is sure to be smooth sailing.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Air conditioning
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike rental

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Elevator
  • Premium bedding
  • Bathrobes
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Netflix
$256 nightly
The total price is $292
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total includes taxes and fees

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Relax in a serene space with a large bed, bedside table, and comfortable seating area.

Room, City View (Cozy)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Relax in a serene bedroom with a large bed, bedside table, and comfortable chair.

Premium Tree House, View (State Street View)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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City view

Room (Cozy)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Mountain view

Premium Room, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Penthouse (Drift)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Penthouse (Drift)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Property amenity

Room (Bunk Room)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Cozy retreat with a large bed, bedside table, and patterned rug.

Premium Room, Balcony, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The price is $309
$271 nightly
$309 total
Total includes taxes and fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
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About the neighborhood

Map
524 State St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive
  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 38 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Station - 8 min walk
  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 13 min drive
  • Goleta Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Joe's Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dune Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪EOS Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels puts you just a 5-minute drive from Santa Barbara Bowl and Santa Barbara Zoo. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Santa Barbara Harbor and University of California, Santa Barbara are within a short drive. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 46 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
DONE

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Uncovered onsite self parking (USD 25 per day)
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • To-go breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • To-go breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 15 per person

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs USD 25 per day

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Drift Santa Barbara
Drift Santa Barbara a Member of Design Hotels
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 25 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What's the area around Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels like?

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels is a short 8-minute walk from Santa Barbara Station and 17 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara Harbor. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Bed
Service staff
Bar
Parking
Ambience
Sunrise
Lobby
Coffee shop

What guests liked

  • The property's location is central to many restaurants, shops, and bars, and the cardamom orange latte at Dawn is a highlight. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

The Drift Hotel was so amazing! It was the perfect location to walk around State St, and explore around Santa Barbara
Youjin, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Fantastic location. No car needed!
Whit, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Overall great experience, great location and the hospitality was amazing
Kristy, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

What is so special about the Drift are the people. Everyone from folks at the coffee shop, check in team, to the GM Jacqueline are so lovely and provide excellent customer service! So completely above and beyond to make my stay wonderful! I love the streamline design of the rooms, the yoga mat in every room, and the coffee every morning at Dawn! There are bikes and surf boards to borrow and enjoy in SB. Make sure you check out the yoga studio too! Also, the location is perfect for exploring, especially all of the vintage shops and The Funk Zone! I highly recommend staying at The Drift, and hope to check out their other properties.
hazel, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Super friendly, easy check in and out and beautiful deco
Geneviève, 4-night trip

2/10 Terrible

Very loud sexual noises every night, rooms were smaller than it appeared online.
Trasalia, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place and location
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very clean
TIMOTHY, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautifully designed and located in a fun area.
Justin, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location and great environment. Totally recommended!
Claudia E, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

perfect spot to stay!
Kimberly, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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Gus, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

WE LOVED EVERYTHING ABOUT OUR STAY
Flavia, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place
Jose, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful hotel, great service!
Ciara, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very cool hotel right on State St. great location and ambience.
Randy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Would stay here again
Alejandro, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Drift - highly recommend

Super easy check in. Great aesthetic. People seem to complain on reviews about the cozy room size but it's definitely enough space if you're not planning to spend all day on your room. I found Drift on Design Hotel's website. They never disappoint. Location is great but you'll have to be okay with some noise if you're there towards the end of the week/weekends.
Junus, 3-night trip

2/10 Terrible

Noise was insanely loud, keeping me up most of the night
David, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location and very clean
Kristen, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Rooms are deceiving in the photos. It’s much smaller than I would have deemed acceptable. Can’t walk around the bed since the queen bed is the full width of the room.
Ludovic, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Love our stay! Fun, hip, clean, & the location was amazing!
Justin, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Trendy hotel located right in the middle of downtown Santa Barbara.
Jacqueline, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The room was very aesthetic and clean. Will definitely stay again.
john, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Location was prime, was able to walk to go shopping, pier, etc. room was small but clean.
Kelsey, 2-night trip