The Franciscan Hotel

3 stars
8.9
Very good
based on 2897 reviews
2,897 reviews
109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, United States
109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA
+1 805 963 8845
Sat 26/9
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Sun 27/9
2 guests, 1 room
Balcony
Dining room
Outdoor view
Patio
Patio
Other
Pool
Front desk
Outdoor view
Other
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Overview

Situated a short stroll from Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District Station, Franciscan Inn & Suites offers guests an ideal base while in Santa Barbara. It also features an outdoor pool, a Jacuzzi and a concierge.

There are a variety of amenities on offer to guests of the inn, including a library, luggage storage and laundry facilities. It also has a vending machine and a dry cleaning service.

Rooms at Franciscan Inn & Suites come with refrigerators, dishwashers and microwaves. They are also fitted with an oven and a hair dryer.

Many popular tourist spots are readily accessible from the inn. Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara City College and Andalucia Building are also within a 10-minute walk.

8.9
Very good
2897 reviews

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Amenities at The Franciscan Hotel

  • Outdoor pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries

Reviews of The Franciscan Hotel

8.9
Very good
2897 verified ratings
Wonderful
1743
Very good
560
Good
318
Okay
116
Fair
92
Mediocre
39
Poor
29

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's excellent location, with many highlighting its proximity to the beach, downtown, and local attractions. Friendly and helpful service was frequently mentioned, with several guests appreciating the staff's attentiveness and hospitality. Many reviews noted the spaciousness of the rooms, though some found the furnishings stark or the beds uncomfortable. Breakfast received mixed feedback, with some guests enjoying it and others finding it basic or lacking. Overall, the positives centered on location, service, and room size, while comfort and amenities had more varied opinions.
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Location10 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Room Size8.5 out of 10
Breakfast5 out of 10
Bed Comfort4 out of 10
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10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2019
Pros (+) Beds were very comfortable and it was quiet
Cons (-) Better variety of fruit at breakfast and better coffee and milk would be nice
6.0
Okay
Anonymous, June 2017
Cons (-) Walls too thin

Location

109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

What's nearby

  • West Beach0.4 km
  • Andalucia Building0.6 km
  • Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center0.8 km
  • Stearns Wharf0.8 km
  • Santa Barbara Historical Museum1.3 km
  • Presidio State Historic Park1.5 km
  • Janssens-Orella-Birk Building1.6 km
  • Karpeles Manuscript Library1.7 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse1.7 km
  • Santa Barbara Museum of Art1.7 km
  • Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra2 km
  • Alameda Park2.3 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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The Franciscan Hotel

Which month has the cheapest rates at The Franciscan Hotel?

The cheapest month to stay at The Franciscan Hotel is January, with an average nightly rate of $281. The most expensive month is August at $523 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book The Franciscan Hotel?

The cheapest day to book The Franciscan Hotel is Tuesday, with an average nightly rate of $280. The most expensive day is Friday at $689 per night.

How far in advance should you book The Franciscan Hotel?

To get the best price at The Franciscan Hotel, book around 7 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 30% compared to booking last minute.

FAQs when booking at The Franciscan Hotel

  • Where is The Franciscan Hotel located?

    The Franciscan Hotel is located at 109 Bath Street, 1.5 km from the centre of Santa Barbara. West Beach is the closest landmark to The Franciscan Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Franciscan Hotel?

    Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Franciscan Hotel.

  • Does The Franciscan Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Franciscan Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does The Franciscan Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, The Franciscan Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is The Franciscan Hotel from the airport?

    The Franciscan Hotel is 13.6 km from Santa Barbara. The Franciscan Hotel is 88.5 km from Santa Maria Public.

  • Does The Franciscan Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, The Franciscan Hotel has a pool on-site.

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Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

1.5 km
Santa Barbara
13.6 km

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