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La Playa Inn

2.5 star property

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Exterior
Breakfast area
Courtyard
Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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116 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Santa Barbara City College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(72 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | View from room

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Patio

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Patio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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About this property

La Playa Inn

Hotel with free parking, steps from Santa Barbara City College
Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a front desk safe and a vending machine.
La Playa Inn offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 39-inch LED televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the convenient parking at La Playa Inn. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Barbara Harbor. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus concierge services.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the beach
  • Steps from Santa Barbara City College and 13 minutes on foot from Stearns Wharf
As a guest of La Playa Inn, you'll find a terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. La Playa Inn also features concierge services, a front desk safe, and a lift. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of La Playa Inn was completed in March 2020.

This Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

Languages

English, Indonesian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2020
  • Renovated entire property - March 2020
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 39-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Days Inn Wyndham Santa Barbara Hotel
Days Inn Wyndham Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Days Inn
La Playa Inn Hotel
La Playa Inn Santa Barbara
La Playa Inn Hotel Santa Barbara
Days Inn by Wyndham Santa Barbara

La Playa Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 816 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1003 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was nice and was within walking distance of downtown. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

jason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was super accommodating with our late checkout and room was modern and clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect! Continental breakfast was amazing, very friendly staff, perfwct location, extremely clean, comforatble bed, no complaints at all!! 10/10!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, Mediterranean style, near the beach and marina. Very walkable area, conveniently located near main attractions. Our room was very clean and updated, continental breakfast included. Very satisfied with this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

william, telluride

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super clean property and immaculate room. Very quiet since it’s about a mile from State Street. The only negative is the park across the street which is a little “sketchy” at night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at different hotels across the US and internationally, La Playa Inn is the fastest checking in I have ever experienced.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness
This property is great I am stuck in lis Angeles but wanted to
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane, Santa Fe

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dillon, Irvine

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sowbarnika, San Diego

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fresh pastries for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was basic. Nothing special, well maintained. The room was fine, the bed was really bad. Very lumpy sunken in spots, not good for my back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ananda-Kumar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, clean, great service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Miriam, San Bernardino

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucierika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joslyn

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little gem of a property conveniently located near the beach and the funk zone. Included Continental breakfast, clean rooms & charming outdoor spaces. One of the best places at this price point.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place and great view The staff is very friendly and welcoming Enjoy your stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025