The hype
Guests love the retro aesthetic and pool area but consistently complain about the noise from State Street and AC units.
Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
$250-450/ noapte
Rezervă dacă You want a Palm Springs-style retro vibe on State Street without the beachfront price tag.
De ce o iubesc oamenii
- Heated outdoor pool with a chic mid-century courtyard
- Saint Remy restaurant serves legitimately great Mediterranean food (get the churro pancakes)
- Rooftop deck offers sweeping views of the Santa Ynez Mountains
Privire rapidă: A stylishly renovated motor inn that looks amazing on Instagram but still suffers from thin walls and street noise.
Evaluat de @jillsfoodtravels: I was blown away by how stylish this spot is! The pool deck gives total Palm Springs vibes, and breakfast at Saint Remy was incredible—get the salmon toast. It’s the perfect mix of chill and chic for a Santa Barbara getaway.
Oaspeții care au stat aici au spus
Reality check
The 'renovated' label is true, but the original 1959 bones mean soundproofing is virtually non-existent in some rooms.
- You appreciate mid-century modern design and fire pits
- You want a pool scene that feels like a mini-vacation
- You plan to explore 'Uptown' dining like La Paloma or the Santa Barbara Bowl
Curățenie și Întreținere
9
- Housekeeping: Generally excellent. Rooms are described as 'spotless' and 'updated'.
- Bathroom hygiene: Modernized bathrooms with walk-in showers are a highlight; no mold reports found.
- Maintenance: Newly renovated feel holds up, though some AC units are reported as noisy/rattling.
- Linens & towels: Crisp, white, and high-quality Marriott standard bedding.
- Odors & scents: Fresh, 'new hotel' smell in the lobby and corridors; no musty complaints.
Sleepability™
6.5MODERAT
0-4ZGOMOTOS
4-7.5MODERAT
7.5-10LINIȘTIT
- State Street traffic (motorcycles, trucks)
- Rooftop HVAC units vibrating into top-floor rooms
- Thin walls between connecting rooms
Înainte să rezervi
Bine de știut
- The hotel is a converted 1959 motor inn, so exterior corridors are common.
- Saint Remy has a great happy hour, but reservations are recommended for dinner.
- There is no resort fee, which is a rare win in this area.
Ce să împachezi
- Earplugs or a white noise machine (essential for street-facing rooms)
- A swimsuit for the heated pool and hot tub
- Walking shoes — it's a mile to the main downtown promenade
Geniu pentru Cameră
Selecții de top
- New Wing rooms (North facing) for mountain views and better soundproofing
- Top floor rooms facing the mountains (away from State Street)
Camere de evitat
- Rooms facing State Street (constant traffic noise)
- Rooms directly under the rooftop AC units (vibration/hum)
- Ground floor rooms near the pool if you want privacy
Geniu pentru Cereri de Cameră – copiază și lipește
“I am requesting a room in the NEW WING, preferably North-facing towards the mountains. Please avoid rooms facing State Street or directly adjacent to the elevator.”
Întrebări frecvente și sfaturi ascunse
Tot ceea ce vrei de fapt să știi înainte de a rezerva.
Is breakfast included?
No. Breakfast at Saint Remy is à la carte, with mains like Avocado Toast ($16) and Churro Pancakes ($17).
Is there a resort fee?
No, there is currently no resort fee, but parking is $30/night.
Is the pool heated?
Yes, the outdoor pool is heated and open year-round, along with a hot tub.
Can I walk to the beach?
Technically yes, but it's a long trek (over 2 miles). Most guests drive or take a rideshare to Stearns Wharf.
Is it pet friendly?
No. Unlike many Santa Barbara hotels, this property does not allow pets.
Does the hotel have balconies?
Some rooms in the new wing have balconies with mountain views; request specifically if this matters to you.
Sfaturi de Insider
- ✨
Cantwell's Market & Deli is just around the corner — go there for the 'Nirvana Wrap' or a breakfast burrito to save money.
- ✨
The rooftop deck is open to all guests, not just those with top-floor rooms; bring your own wine for sunset.
- ✨
Request a room in the 'New Building' for central AC; older rooms may have louder wall units.
5 lucruri pe care trebuie să le știi înainte să pleci
💡The 'Mountain View' is actually stunning and often better than the distant ocean peek.
💡The hotel is right next to a busy intersection, so 'patio' rooms can feel like you're sitting in traffic.
💡Housekeeping is by request only for shorter stays — you have to ask if you want daily service.
💡The elevators can be slow and clunky; taking the stairs is often faster.
💡The 'fitness center' is functional but small; go for a run at Alice Keck Park instead.
Ghidul Local
Hartă
Vezi unde se află Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown și ce se găsește în apropiere.