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Mason Beach Inn
3 stars

Mason Beach Inn

324 West Mason Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, United States
Santa Barbara, CA
See location+1 805 962 3203Official website
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$290
Cheapest

rate per night

8.8
Very good
based on 3091 reviews
3,091 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
King room
Queen room

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Mason Beach Inn offers 3-star accommodation in Santa Barbara. It also provides a Jacuzzi and an outdoor pool.

A 24-hour reception and luggage storage are just some of the convenient services at Mason Beach Inn. A garden and a lift are also available.

The hotel has 45 rooms that are equipped with all the necessities to ensure an enjoyable stay. They are also fitted with a dishwasher, a mini bar and a refrigerator.

Mason Beach Inn is close to the area's tourist attractions, including Santa Barbara City College, Andalucia Building and the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, which are within walking distance. Stearns Wharf is a brief walk away.

Rating
8.8
Very good
Based on 3,091 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Mason Beach Inn

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Queen room
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
King room
1 king bed
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Deluxe room
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
Standard Room
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Double room
1 king bed
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Mason Beach Inn

  • Outdoor pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Parking

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Disabled access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Adapted bath
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Bathroom

  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenware
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area
  • Kitchenette

General

  • Window
  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • CD player
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Pool and spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour front desk

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board
  • Washing machine

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Bicycle hire

Outdoor

  • Garden

Workspace

  • Desk

Dining

  • Minibar

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of Mason Beach Inn

8.8
Very good
3091 verified ratings
Wonderful
1387
Very good
705
Good
574
Okay
174
Fair
137
Mediocre
53
Poor
61

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests particularly appreciated the hotel's location, noting its proximity to the beach and other attractions. Cleanliness and comfortable beds also received positive mentions. However, there were significant complaints regarding service, as some guests experienced issues with room availability upon arrival, and others noted problems like lack of hand towels and poor breakfast options. Noise levels were also a concern, with several reviews highlighting the lack of sound dampening in the rooms.
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Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Bed Comfort9 out of 10
Value for Price8 out of 10
Service2.5 out of 10
Noise Level2.5 out of 10
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10
Wonderful
Corrie, Mar 2025
We had a perfect stay at Mason Beach Inn. The room was super clean and comfortable. The location is great for walking down to the ocean. We loved the coffee in the morning and fresh cookies too!
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Mar 2024
Great place to stay
9.7
Wonderful
Shane, May 2019
Pros (+) The room was a nice size and clean.
10
Wonderful
yanira.chicas, Apr 2015
Pros (+) Helpful staff Great location Clean

Location

324 West Mason Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

What's nearby

  • West Beach0.4 km
  • Santa Barbara Maritime Museum0.6 km
  • Stearns Wharf0.8 km
  • Leadbetter Beach1 km
  • Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara1.2 km
  • Paseo Nuevo Mall1.2 km
  • Karpeles Manuscript Library1.7 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse1.8 km
  • Santa Barbara Museum of Art1.8 km
  • Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra2.1 km
  • Alameda Park2.3 km
  • Alice Keck Memorial Garden2.5 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

When to book a room at Mason Beach Inn

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FAQs when booking at Mason Beach Inn

  • What’s the best way to get to Mason Beach Inn from the airport?

    The hotel is about 10 miles from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), so you will be at your destination before you know it. One of the most cost-effective ways to travel is to take the number 11 bus from the airport to UCSB North Hall Outbound, where you can change to the 15X bus to Castillo and Montecito. From here, it’s about a 3min walk to the hotel. The total journey time is about 1 hour. Alternatively, should you be in a rush or have lots of luggage, you can also take a taxi from the front of the terminal building. This takes around 11 min but is more expensive.

  • What’s the best room to stay in at the hotel and why?

    One of the most popular rooms that you can stay in at Mason Beach Inn is the King Room, which provides great value for money. The room size is roughly 30 m², giving you plenty of space to move around, whilst the bed has a king-size mattress, so you’ll be able to enjoy a comfortable night’s sleep. Air conditioning in the room helps you to avoid uncomfortable summer temperatures. At the end of each day, you can enjoy a drink of your choice from the mini-bar, whilst you can be entertained by the 55-inch cable TV. If you need to be up at a certain time, be it to go on an adventure or to catch a flight, you can also request a wake-up service from reception.

  • What parking options are available at this hotel?

    If you are hiring a car when you arrive in Santa Barbara, you will be pleased to know that Mason Beach Inn provides you with parking options. Parking is offered on-site for guests, which means you can rest assured that your vehicle is secure for the duration of your stay. The cost of parking is about $12 (roughly £10) per night and can be paid for upon arrival at the hotel.

  • What accessibility features are there at this hotel?

    If you have a disability or mobility limitations, you’ll be pleased to know that this hotel is accessible. To begin with, the parking area is fully accessible, so you won’t have any issues getting from your vehicle to the hotel entrance. The hotel itself has disabled access for your convenience, and the units are all reachable via a lift in the building, so you will be able to travel between the floors with ease.

  • What options does this hotel have for cooking facilities?

    If you are looking to save money on eating out, then you’ll be pleased to hear that this hotel is able to provide some small cooking facilities for you. You can get a microwave and a refrigerator in your room, so you can store and heat up food with ease. The cost of this is about $5 (roughly £4) for each item per day. You can request these facilities from reception once you have arrived.  

  • Where is Mason Beach Inn located?

    Mason Beach Inn is located at 324 West Mason Street, 1.6 km from the centre of Santa Barbara. West Beach is the closest landmark to Mason Beach Inn.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Mason Beach Inn?

    Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Mason Beach Inn.

  • Does Mason Beach Inn offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Mason Beach Inn offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Mason Beach Inn from the airport?

    Mason Beach Inn is 13.6 km from Santa Barbara. Mason Beach Inn is 88.5 km from Santa Maria Public.

  • Does Mason Beach Inn have a pool?

    Yes, Mason Beach Inn has a pool on-site.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.4

Distance to city centre

1.6 km

Nearest airport

Santa Barbara

Distance to airport

13.6 km