The Franciscan Hotel

3 stars
8.9
Very good
based on 2913 reviews
2,913 reviews
109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, United States
109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA
+1 805 963 8845
Fri 6/11
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Sat 7/11
2 guests, 1 room
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Outdoor view
Patio
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Pool
Front desk
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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
2913 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
2913 verified ratings
Wonderful
1764
Very good
560
Good
318
Okay
116
Fair
92
Mediocre
40
Poor
29

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests overwhelmingly praised the hotel's excellent location near the beach and city center, with many highlighting the convenience for exploring the area. The staff and service received frequent compliments for being friendly, helpful, and attentive, while the cleanliness of rooms and facilities was consistently noted. Some guests appreciated the spacious rooms and amenities like free bike rentals, breakfast, and cookies. However, a few reviews mentioned issues with bed comfort and room size, and there were isolated complaints about unresponsive staff and room maintenance. Overall, the positives far outweighed the negatives, making this a highly recommended stay.
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Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Room Size7 out of 10
Bed Comfort3.5 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, Jun 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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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Franciscan Hotel

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Average price (weeknight)

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$709
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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 $355. The most expensive month is August at $662 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 $366. The most expensive day is Friday at $1,126 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 32% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Franciscan Hotel

  • How long should you stay at The Franciscan Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

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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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.7
1.5 km
Santa Barbara
13.6 km

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