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La Playa Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Santa Barbara City College

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
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La Playa Inn provides a quiet escape near scenic Stearns Wharf with a welcoming terrace for guests to unwind. Travelers appreciate the convenient parking, luggage storage, and concierge services, while frequently mentioning the excellent beachfront location and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is £200
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Room options

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(72 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | View from room

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
  • 300 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Patio

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Patio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
116 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara City College - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 11 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eli Luria Library - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪On The Alley - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬5 min walk

About this property

La Playa Inn

Hotel remodelled in 2020 and located near Santa Barbara City College
Located close to Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara County Courthouse, La Playa Inn provides a terrace. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • An electric car charging station, a lift and tour/ticket information
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things the beach locale, convenient parking and helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries
  • 39-inch LED TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Indonesian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2020
  • Renovated entire property - March 2020
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 39-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Days Inn Wyndham Santa Barbara Hotel
Days Inn Wyndham Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Days Inn
La Playa Inn Hotel
La Playa Inn Santa Barbara
La Playa Inn Hotel Santa Barbara
Days Inn by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Is La Playa Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at La Playa Inn?

As of 25 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Playa Inn on 1 Sept 2025 start from £199.86, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at La Playa Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at La Playa Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at La Playa Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is La Playa Inn located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Santa Barbara City College and Stearns Wharf. Santa Barbara County Courthouse and Santa Barbara Zoo are also within 3 mi (5 km). Santa Barbara Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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La Playa Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 816 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1003 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Zhang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very cozy room nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely service, wonderfully situated, attractive building. We would certainly stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jannine

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Walkable to many restaurants, pier, train station.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a couple blocks from everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All employees were very helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was very comfortable, the breakfast pastries were excellent, and the staff was great. We had a wonderful stay overall. The only drawback about the location was the homeless groups in the park across the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jutta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of La Playa Inn is perfect and in very close proximity to both beach, Stearn wharf and the main shopping area. Staff was lovely and very helpful, breakfast was included. My only slight criticism would be that the beds were narrower than we had in other hotels and mattresses quite soft. However, everything felt fresh, clean, new and we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything! My second time staying and this will be the only place I will stay in when visiting Santa Barbara! Staff is amazing, clean place and quiet. 100/10 ☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabel

Liked: Amenities
Nice setting, quiet, and newly renovated
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Professional, friendly staff. Comfortable rooms. Easy, convenient parking. The one and only area for improvement might be that the doors close loudly!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was a little hidden gem in SB !! Within walking distance to the beach and pier just around the corner from state st my partner & I were super pleased with our stay here the hotel was very quiet. We were celebrating a birthday & they gave us a complimentary wine bottle to make it even more special. Overall it was a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and so very comfortable. Staff was kind and friendly, and easily helped with any questions or concerns.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Amenities
Very comfortable and convenient! Super clean!! We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed staying at this charming, quiet, well-located hotel with friendly, welcoming staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was nice and was within walking distance of downtown. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very great location!! Room was clean and spacious. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Very close to all you need in Santa Barbara!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place and great view The staff is very friendly and welcoming Enjoy your stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Great service. Wonderful accomTi
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was super accommodating with our late checkout and room was modern and clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, Mediterranean style, near the beach and marina. Very walkable area, conveniently located near main attractions. Our room was very clean and updated, continental breakfast included. Very satisfied with this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The most plush and comfortable bed. Got an amazing nights sleep. Everything seemed pretty new and updated, and clean. Central location and walking distance to the wharf. Good free parking. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025