Hotel with a coffee shop/cafe, near Santa Barbara Harbor
Along with a bar/lounge, this smoke-free hotel has a coffee shop/cafe and self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, express check-in and express check-out are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels offers 46 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.
Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Antioch University. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus a bar and a coffee shop/cafe.
Free WiFi
Grab something to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
To-go breakfast served daily for a fee
Self-parking available for a fee
Services include a concierge and luggage storage
On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
Just a 5-minute drive from Santa Barbara Zoo and a few minutes from Santa Barbara Harbor
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels also features concierge services, express check-in, and express check-out. Parking is available for a fee.
This 3.5-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.
For a fee, guests can enjoy a to-go breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Languages
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Uncovered parking on site (USD 25 per day)
Food and drink
Daily breakfast to-go available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5 to 15 per person
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Conveniences
Luggage storage
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
43-inch smart TV with digital channels
Hulu
Netflix
Streaming services
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 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
Access methods
Access code, host will greet you
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 15 per person
Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 25 per day
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property does not have a front desk. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in information and an access code. The host will greet guests on arrival. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
We should mention
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Drift Santa Barbara
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Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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The property is pretty new, since 2022! I loved the style and design of the property. It smelled fresh the minute you stepped into the hallways going up towards your room. I liked that they had a cafe and bar downstairs that was picturesque. It’s right in State St. so everything from the Pier to the shopping centers were a few feet away. Check in was very easy, I did everything virtual.
When we got there there was a staff to assist with things in case we needed it but we were able to get our key code and walk in without room keys. I wish all hotels were this easy! Incidentals cost $100 for 2 nights. Probably $50 a night.
I would totally go back! If I had to say one thing I would’ve wanted improved… it would probably be the dust. I wish they dusted parts of the room better, especially the wood on the walls. The windows picked up dust easily. I was sneezing away a lot but other than that… the room itself was nice and “cozy”.
The lack of dedicated lobby was disappointing. This was a VERY expensive hotel to be treated by the staff like we were bothersome.
There should be vending for water and access to things without having to ask a bartender or barista. It was a disappointing experience.
The uniqueness of this property is a model of how the future hotels will evolve into. It is a modern hot spot with well trained staff.
Art
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
6/10 Okay
Harry
Travelled with partner
25 Aug 2024
Great location; staff was very nice and accomodating. The room was small, dimly lit with little space for hanging clothes and luggage. The bed was very comfortable but hard to get in and out of since it was up against a wall.
Harry
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
4/10 Poor
Nicolas
Travelled with partner
13 Aug 2024
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Centrally located that a the good point , otherwise Room small and badly arranged, noisy (one understands why ds earplugs provided) awakes at 6h by the dustbin truck...no employees except in line thus not really friendly...sorry for the report...otherwise Santa Barbara is splendid!