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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Double Up - 185 SQF)
175 square feet
2 Queen Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
(up to 3 children)
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Other room types
Room, 1 Double Bed, Poolside (Petite Pool View Queen 135 SQF)
135 square feet
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Room, 1 Double Bed (Cozy King 175 SQF)
175 square feet
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Room, 1 Double Bed, Poolside (Cozy Pool View King 175 SQF)
175 square feet
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Room, Multiple Beds
250 square feet
4 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 5 guests
(up to 4 children)
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Room, 1 King Bed (Roomy King - 250 SQF)
250 square feet
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Room, 1 Double Bed (Petite Queen 135 SQF)
135 square feet
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Get an overview of this hotel
Comfortable hotel, walk to Stearns Wharf

Popular property highlights

Free WiFi
Pets allowed
Smoke-free property
24-hour front desk
Concierge services

With a stay at The Waterman, you'll be centrally located in Santa Barbara, a 10-minute walk from Stearns Wharf and 12 minutes by foot from Santa Barbara Harbor. This hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Santa Barbara City College and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Santa Barbara Bowl.

Make yourself at home in one of the 31 guestrooms featuring microwaves and LCD televisions. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a communal living room.

Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of The Waterman.

Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Languages Spoken

  • English

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Renovations & Closures

This property is undergoing renovations from February 26 2024 to March 31 2024 (completion date subject to change).

During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Hotel Amenities

Hotel Amenities

The hotel offers a snack bar/deli. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This Santa Barbara hotel also offers an outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. Limited onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge).

The Waterman is a smoke-free property.

  • Library
  • Use of nearby fitness center (discount)
  • Coworking spaces
  • Children's games
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Elevator
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Uncovered parking
  • Express check-out
  • Year Built - 2014
  • Free WiFi
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Books
  • Games
  • Smoke-free property
  • Table tennis
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Luggage storage
  • Proposal/romance packages available
  • Bicycle parking available
  • Fence around pool
  • Concierge services
  • Fully fenced
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Parking (limited spaces)
  • Total number of rooms - 31
  • Number of floors - 2
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Parking onsite
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Parking

Self parking (surcharge) , Parking (limited spaces)

Room Amenities

The Waterman offers 31 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

  • Phone
  • Free local calls
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Premium bedding
  • Microwave
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Premium TV channels
  • Shower only
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Stovetop
  • Cable TV service
  • Free WiFi
  • LCD TV
  • Shared/communal kitchen access
  • In-room climate control (heating)
  • Oven
  • Towels provided
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Toaster
  • Number of bathrooms - 1
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Paper towels
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Grab bar - near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bed sheets (on request)

Nearby Things to Do

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Surf lessons - nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time ends at midnight

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 21

Check-out

Check-out time is noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

You need to know

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

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Restricted number of spaces per unit

Number of spaces per unit - 1

Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)

Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

Temperature checks are not available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Pets cannot be left unattended

Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is available

Car not required

Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)

Staffed front desk

Carbon monoxide detector

LGBTQ friendly

Smoke detector

Noise-free rooms not guaranteed

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing

Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning

Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection

Cashless transactions are available

Masks are compulsory at the property

Contactless food service / room service is not available

Reservation is not required for facilities onsite

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff wears personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is available to guests

Masks are available to guests

Mobile key entry is not available

Gloves are available to guests

Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

Social distancing measures are in place

Contactless check-in is not available

No rollaway/extra beds available

No cribs (infant beds) available

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Individually-wrapped food options are available

Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast

Debit cards

No gap period between guest stays

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 35 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 35 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Hotel Names

  • Wayfarer Hostel
  • Wayfarer Hostel Santa Barbara
  • Wayfarer Santa Barbara
  • Wayfarer Hotel Santa Barbara
  • Wayfarer Hotel
  • The Wayfarer
  • The Waterman Hotel
  • The Waterman Santa Barbara
  • The Waterman Hotel Santa Barbara

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Contactless check-out is available.

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

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