Hotel Californian, Santa Barbara’s premier urban destination, continues to redefine luxury in the American Riviera. Featuring dazzling spaces from celebrity designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard, the 121-room iconoclastic enclave – part history, part imagination and all Californian – continues to drive the revitalization of Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone while upending conventional expectations.
Just steps from the beach and with oceanfront views and the backdrop of the Santa Ynez mountains, Hotel Californian will make your visit to Santa Barbara unforgettable. Living up to its reputation as the front door of the vibrant Funk Zone, a stay at Hotel Californian gives you the perfect opportunity to ditch the car and wander through this exciting Santa Barbara neighborhood.
Whether you wish to sip and savor your way through the city or you have your sights set on more extravagant excursions, the expected and unexpected are never far from Hotel Californian.
Hotel Californian is located 10 miles, or 15 minutes, from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport which currently offers non-stop flights from Los Angeles, San Francisco, Dallas, Denver, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Portland, Seattle, Salt Lake City and Chicago (starting June 2020).
For those driving in, Hotel Californian is a scenic two-hour drive from downtown Los Angeles. Or for those who want to leave the car at home, kick back and enjoy the scenic and relaxing coastal route, the Santa Barbara Amtrak station is one block from the hotel.
Reservation Required:
Yes
Total Units:
121
Type of Bedding:
King, Queen, Double
Pricing
Discounts:
AAA, Group Discount
Payment Methods Accepted:
American Express, Cash, Discover, Master Card, Visa
Good taste deserves a getaway. Follow your appetite through Hotel Californian with a guest room stay and a $250 dining credit to enjoy everything from sunlit brunches and bold dinners to wine discoveries and one more cocktail.
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS
Guest room accommodations at Hotel Californian
$250 dining credit to enjoy across these four destinations:
The Knock Kitchen + Cocktails: Coastal gastropub fare, inventive cocktails, and an intimate evening atmosphere.
Goat Tree: House-made pastries, leisurely brunches, and seasonal favorites on a sunlit patio.
The Society: State & Mason: Discover Foley Family Wines through curated flights and small plates worth sharing.
Djinn: Settle into our inviting library bar for artful cocktails with a Moroccan twist.
Two-night minimum stay required. Use promo code SAVOR when booking.
Find your own rhythm at Hotel Californian, where Majorelle Spa’s Moroccan elegance meets California coastal ease. Sip a welcome glass of Champagne before settling into Andalusian Tranquility, a Swedish relaxation massage with long, flowing strokes that gently ease everyday tension. Take a little tranquility home with a plush La Bottega spa robe and a thoughtfully selected spa gift.
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS
Guest room accommodations at Hotel Californian
One 60-minute Andalusian Tranquility Swedish Relaxation Massage at Majorelle Spa
One plush La Bottega spa robe to take home
One welcome glass of Champagne at the spa
One spa gift valued at $45
Two-night minimum stay required. Use promo code SPAESCAPE when booking.
Stay a little longer in Santa Barbara with a complimentary third night at Hotel Californian. Enjoy three nights for the price of two, giving you an extra day to explore, unwind and make the most of your time in The American Riviera®.
Terms & Conditions: Book by Dec. 31, 2026 using promo code VSB for stays from Nov. 6, 2026 through Dec. 31, 2026.
Begin your next chapter with intention. Designed for renewal and transformation, this two-night escape invites you to slow down, release what no longer serves you, and move forward with clarity.
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS:
Two-night stay designed for rest, reset, and renewal
60-minute New Era signature ritual at Spa Majorelle, combining massage, breathwork, and energy healing
Guided water ceremony with intention-setting and symbolic release
Personal crystal selected as a token of clarity and new beginnings
“Moving Forward” journal for reflection and intention-setting
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