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La Playa Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel within walking distance of Santa Barbara City College

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Front of property - evening/night
Courtyard
Exterior
Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Breakfast area
Near the scenic Stearns Wharf, La Playa Inn offers a tranquil retreat with a lovely terrace. Relax and enjoy convenient parking, luggage storage, and concierge services. Guests rave about the beach locale and appreciate the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
$206 nightly
The total price is $235
May 11 - May 12
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillowtop bed
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillowtop bed
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillowtop bed
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | View from room

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillowtop bed
  • 300 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
116 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara City College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive
  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 46 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Station - 11 min walk
  • Goleta Station - 12 min drive
  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Brophy Bros. Santa Barbara - ‬9 min walk

About this property

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Also, Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Bowl are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the convenient parking and helpful staff.

Languages

English, Indonesian, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 38 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 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
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

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2020
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 39-inch LED TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Alarm clock
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.

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

Frequently asked questions

Does La Playa Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, La Playa Inn 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 La Playa Inn?

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

Is parking offered on site at La Playa Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at La Playa Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at La Playa Inn and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Santa Barbara City College (2-min walk) and Stearns Wharf (13-min walk), along with Santa Barbara County Courthouse (1.5 mi) and Santa Barbara Zoo (2.1 mi).

What's the area around La Playa Inn like?

La Playa Inn is a short 2-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor and 13 minutes' walk from Stearns Wharf. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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La Playa Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Room
Beach
Location
Breakfast
Bed
Restaurant
Parking
Coffee
Walking

What guests liked

  • The property is within walking distance to the beach, offering a convenient and enjoyable beach experience. (30 reviews)
  • Breakfast options were varied and good, with many guests enjoying the continental selection. (27 reviews)
  • Free parking was available on site, with some rooms even having parking directly in front of them, making it convenient and easy to park. (11 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our stay. Would definitely recommend and stay here again.
Herlinda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Pilar, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely property and great staff
Mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!

La Playa Inn is a very nice hotel! Clean rooms with comfortable beds. Walking distance to Stearns Wharf and State Street. We really enjoyed our stay!
Patricia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location, very cute hotel with super comfy beds and very clean rooms.
stacey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great room was great!
Alberto, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and super friendly staff, highly recommend!
AMIR ALI, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Santa Barbara business trip

Wonderful place wonderful room
Jonathan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

The place was renovated, it’s clean, spacious, comfy beds, nice bathroom. Just wish they have hot breakfast otherwise we enjoyed our stay! Thank you La Playa Inn!
Rhover, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay again! Lovely property, rooms, such comfy beds, such hospitable staff, walk to town, pier and beach! Wonderful stay, highly recommend!
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel, will definitely come back again.
Jinqiu, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the location and the casual feeling of the hotel!
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed the clean and Spanish style hotel. The breakfast is a little sparse, but overall the stay was very pleasant and wonderful walkable location.
Jennifer Mao, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Modern, large, clean rooms. Great location. Excellent staff.
Victoria, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place!

Beautiful building and grounds, very clean. Breakfast was basic but perfect enough to start the day. Our room was comfortable. Location was perfect, short walk to the beach and pier. Rodolfo was an excellent host! Very friendly, big smile, genuinely seemed interested in the guests passing through the lobby. I highly recommend La Playa Inn!
Mary Ann, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean rooms, very nice area. Good breakfast options.
laura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would definitely stay again!
Cathy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location.
Denise, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent

It was as good as the reviews suggested ie value to quality ratio very high
Norman, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

10/10

Great location and very safe and comfortable. Definitely will stay again
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful restored Southwest mission themed property. Lots of character. Close to beach and downtown Santa Barbara, very walkable. Free parking and continental breakfast with all day coffee available in the lobby.
Joel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Very friendly staff. Continental breakfast had good variety. Quiet.
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and so nice. The best free breakfast and the staff was so nice. Would definitely recommend.
Madelyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and walkable
jowhanna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great 2-night Stay!

It's was just what I needed in terms of accommodations and lodging is concerned. Overall very clean and presentable hotel, had nice eye-catching colorful visuals around the location. Very close proximity to the beaches and parking was always accessible. No complaints here
Jose, 2-night trip