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Santa Barbara, CA   

Holiday Inn Express SANTA BARBARA

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17 W. HALEY STREET,Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1100
Local currency: USD

The Holiday Inn Express Santa Barbara Hotel is perfectly located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, just steps away from fine restaurants, sunny beaches, and the downtown shopping district. Stroll around the city and you will see evidence of its magnificent past: in adobes and courtyards, street names, and the Spanish architecture of the Santa Barbara Courthouse and villas - the quiet charm of a legendary town. This historic Santa Barbara hotel was built in 1917 and has been charmingly remodeled in 2005 with Catalina and Malibu tile, wrought iron balcony railings, and French windows overlooking the city. The spectacular mosaic lobby fountain welcomes you to a special hotel offering a unique atmosphere not found anywhere else in Santa Barbara. Enjoy modern amenities such as free high speed wireless Internet access, stylish guestrooms, refrigerators and LCD flat screen TVs in every room, and a complimentary Continental Breakfast. This Santa Barbara hotel is truly a gem in the heart of downtown yet is just minutes away from UC Santa Barbara and the Santa Barbara Mission. Many rooms in this downtown Santa Barbara hotel feature wrought iron balcony railings and French windows overlooking the city. A common balcony overlooks the mountains and downtown giving an excellent view of the "American Riviera". This hotel is committed to providing accessible facilities under the American Disabilities Act. If your accessibility needs are not met, please contact the Hotel Manager on Duty. Should you require additional information regarding accessible facilities for guests with disabilities, please call 1-800-Holiday (U.S. and Canada) or contact the hotel directly. For the hearing impaired, TDD service is available at 1-800-238-5544 within the U.S. and Canada.

Hotel policies

Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1100
Local currency: USD


Terms and conditions

*rate found for check-in Dec 23, check-out Dec 25

Rates displayed reflect the lowest rate found over the next 30 days. This rate is subject to change. Rates may not include service charges, extra person charges, fees or incidental charges (such as room service).

Converted rates (shown in parentheses) are provided for your convenience. They are based on today's exchange rate, but the hotel will charge you in the local currency.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.

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Overall score

4.0 out of 5

(9 reviews)

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Hotel address: 17 W. HALEY STREET, Santa Barbara, CA  93101  

 
 

Area served

SANTA BARBARA,DOWNTOWN

Area airports

Only 9M to SBA airport!

Description

17 WEST HALEY STREET, SANTA BARBARA, CA, 93101, US

Amenities

  • City Center
  • Cribs Available
  • Bath Tub
  • Guest Laundromat
  • Hairdryer in Room
  • Desk with Lamp
  • Valet Parking
  • Golf
  • Room service
  • Vending Machines
  • Modem Lines in Room
  • CD Player
  • High Speed Internet
  • Iron
  • AM/FM Alarm Clock
  • Air Conditioned
  • Security
  • Television with Cable
  • Laundry/Valet Services
  • Radio
  • TV Remote Control
  • Copy Service
  • Multilingual
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliant
  • News Stand
  • Wake-up Service
  • Free Newspaper
  • Satellite TV
  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • Fire Alarm with Light
  • Internet Access
  • FAX
  • Sprinklers In Rooms
  • Phone with speaker
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Ice Machine

Reviews from our customers

Overall score

4.0 out of 5

(9 reviews)

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Score

4 out of 5

Good Experinse

hellog Jul 6, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Great location. But small room. ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Friends


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Score

4 out of 5

Trip hint

Charm & Character

DennyJ May 27, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

It's right downtown where we could walk to all our destinations: State Street amenities and the beach. At $220/night ... Canadian, it is expensive, but the charm, character and location made it enjoyable and I would stay there again.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
3
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Couples

Shopping hint, Short Walk

The State Street trolley is available to avoid a long walk.


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Score

3 out of 5

Trip hint

Good hotel but loud neighbors

Phyllis Apr 26, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

This hotel has great location, is clean and well kept. Rooms are nice but little small. They also have a decent little ... breakfast. I deducted a star for noise. The only problem was the noise level of the neighbors. There is a Good Neighbor Policy that was signed by all guests but they obviously did not understand the policy. If we had called the front desk, they would have immediately made the noisy people leave the hotel and make them pay for our stay for the night. I didnt call the front desk because I thought that I would be nice, but think that maybe I should have. Other than that it is a really nice hotel.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Friends

Shopping hint, Short Walk

Lots of shopping and dining establishments, right down the street.


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Trip hints from our users

Shopping hint, Short Walk

The State Street trolley is available to avoid a long walk.

--DennyJ, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada May 27, 2009

Shopping hint, Short Walk

Lots of shopping and dining establishments, right down the street.

--Phyllis, Oakland, CA Apr 26, 2009

Recreation/Attractions hint, Short Walk

We had a fabulous Anniversary dinner at Chase restaurant on State Street (upper end of State) and we walked from the hotel (maybe 6 blooks). Food was fantastic and very romantic atmosphere. Lots of tiny lights, grapes/ivy, and ambiance.There are 2 Starbucks within walking distance-yeah.

--James, USA Jun 8, 2008

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Reviews from our customers

Overall score

4.0 out of 5

(9 reviews)

Hotel reviews: About the scores

Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.

Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."

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Score

4 out of 5

Good Experinse

hellog Jul 6, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Great location. But small room. ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Friends


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Score

4 out of 5

Trip hint

Charm & Character

DennyJ May 27, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

It's right downtown where we could walk to all our destinations: State Street amenities and the beach. At $220/night ... Canadian, it is expensive, but the charm, character and location made it enjoyable and I would stay there again.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
3
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Couples

Shopping hint, Short Walk

The State Street trolley is available to avoid a long walk.


Expand full review

Score

3 out of 5

Trip hint

Good hotel but loud neighbors

Phyllis Apr 26, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

This hotel has great location, is clean and well kept. Rooms are nice but little small. They also have a decent little ... breakfast. I deducted a star for noise. The only problem was the noise level of the neighbors. There is a Good Neighbor Policy that was signed by all guests but they obviously did not understand the policy. If we had called the front desk, they would have immediately made the noisy people leave the hotel and make them pay for our stay for the night. I didnt call the front desk because I thought that I would be nice, but think that maybe I should have. Other than that it is a really nice hotel.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Friends

Shopping hint, Short Walk

Lots of shopping and dining establishments, right down the street.


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Score

3 out of 5

Nice...but nothing special.

Jeff Apr 22, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Good location, alright room, what you would generally expect from a Holiday Inn Express. ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
3
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
3
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

5 out of 5

Trip hint

Good find with right price range.

James Jun 8, 2008

Would recommend to a friend!

The Holiday Inn Express met all our needs. It had a large room with 2 queen beds, was newly redecorated and very ... spacious. The bathroom was really updated and well appointed yet kept with the decor and Spanish style of the hotel in general. The complimentary breakfast was a nice treat each morning and very complete from eggs, bacon, sausage, bagels, toast coffee juices and cereals and seemed well stocked and maintained. My favorite part was that the location made it easy to walk the main streets of downtown to farmers market, great shopping and the wharf and beach. We had a wonderful stay. If you don't necessarily want a pool or hotel stay with all the extra ammenities, this is a great location to get to everything right off the freeway and in a safe nice neighborhood.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Recreation/Attractions hint, Short Walk

We had a fabulous Anniversary dinner at Chase restaurant on State Street (upper end of State) and we walked from the hotel (maybe 6 blooks). Food was fantastic and very romantic atmosphere. Lots of tiny lights, grapes/ivy, and ambiance.There are 2 Starbucks within walking distance-yeah.


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Score

3 out of 5

Trip hint

Only for sleeping

Heinz Sep 28, 2007

The room of the hotel was ok for the night; the bathing room should be better in comfort. The location is very near the ... city and you can reach most of the necessary restaurants .... with short - minutes walk.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
3
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
2
Value:
3
Dining options:
2

Traveler type: Family

Dining hint, In Hotel

All the things like shopping, dining....are nearby


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Score

4 out of 5

Trip hint

Very good position

Antonio Sep 8, 2007

The hotel is perfectly located, half a block from State Street, still quiet and silent, and few blocks from Santa Barbara ... beach. The room was clean and spacious enough, but that's it. For the money paid, we would have expected some more amenities, and more helpful staff.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
3
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
2
Dining options:
2

Traveler type: Family

Shopping hint, Short Drive

Everything is at a short walking distance ... but to get a very pleasant dining on the beach, pick up the car and try the Brown Pelican, on Cliff Drive, just few miles from here.


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Score

5 out of 5

Trip hint

Nice friendly hotel, would stay again.

Donell Apr 30, 2007

Would recommend to a friend!

I was very pleased with this Holiday Inn. The staff was friendly and made sure we had a room that would best fit our needs. ... The room was clean and nicely decorated. I liked the marble bathroom vanity and terracotta flooring. It made for a unique experience. The hotel is only one block away from State Street which is a huge plus. Once we parked we didn't have to get back in our car until after we checked out of the hotel. There is a $7.00 parking fee but it's worth it to not have to drive around on the one way streets. It was only about a 10-15 minute stroll to the beach and we were able to check all of the unique stores and restaurants along the way. I will definately stay at the hotel again the next time I go to Santa Barbara.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples

Shopping hint, Short Walk

There are alot of unique shops to look in. Tons of places to eat. And if you're into nightlife there are alot of cool bars. The atmosphere was great everywhere I went...very friendly people in Santa Barbara.


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Score

5 out of 5

Trip hint

Great location, very helpful staff

LESLIE Apr 22, 2007

Would recommend to a friend!

The Holiday Inn Express, Santa Barbara, was a very pleasurable experience. Valet parking greets you,no worries about ... downtown parking. They have very pleasant and helpful people working the front desk. The location is convenient to walking State Street with many restaurants and shops. Very close to the Pier and famous Sambos Restaurant. The beds were very comfortable. Large flat screen TV's and the absolute best shower heads. Charming, well restored. Very quiet rooms.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Business

Shopping hint, Short Walk

Close to shopping, restuarants and theaters. Great nightlife entertainment.


Expand full review


Reviews represent the opinions of CheapTickets customers, not of CheapTickets or its staff.

Sort hints by: most recent | distance from hotel

Shopping hint, Short Walk

The State Street trolley is available to avoid a long walk.

--DennyJ, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada May 27, 2009

Shopping hint, Short Walk

Lots of shopping and dining establishments, right down the street.

--Phyllis, Oakland, CA Apr 26, 2009

Recreation/Attractions hint, Short Walk

We had a fabulous Anniversary dinner at Chase restaurant on State Street (upper end of State) and we walked from the hotel (maybe 6 blooks). Food was fantastic and very romantic atmosphere. Lots of tiny lights, grapes/ivy, and ambiance.There are 2 Starbucks within walking distance-yeah.

--James, USA Jun 8, 2008

Dining hint, In Hotel

All the things like shopping, dining....are nearby

--Heinz, USA Sep 28, 2007

Shopping hint, Short Drive

Everything is at a short walking distance ... but to get a very pleasant dining on the beach, pick up the car and try the Brown Pelican, on Cliff Drive, just few miles from here.

--Antonio, Chicago, IL Sep 8, 2007

Shopping hint, Short Walk

There are alot of unique shops to look in. Tons of places to eat. And if you're into nightlife there are alot of cool bars. The atmosphere was great everywhere I went...very friendly people in Santa Barbara.

--Donell, USA Apr 30, 2007

Shopping hint, Short Walk

Close to shopping, restuarants and theaters. Great nightlife entertainment.

--LESLIE, USA Apr 22, 2007

Reviews represent the opinions of CheapTickets customers, not of CheapTickets or its staff.

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