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Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4.0 star property
Seafront hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near Santa Barbara Zoo

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Sports facility
Exterior
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
Lobby

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
The current price is £291
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul

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Suite, Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
  • 568 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • 721 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

7.0 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Corner

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
  • 300 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
  • 300 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 300 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 300 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
  • 300 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Barbara City College - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 8 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 11 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Shellfish Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪East Beach Tacos - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Moby Dick Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Hotel remodelled in 2020 and located near Santa Barbara Zoo
Located close to Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor, Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt provides a poolside bar, a terrace and a garden. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and Italian cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and valet parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out and express check-in
  • A banquet hall, luggage storage and a lift
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 176 rooms boast comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • 55-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and free infant beds

Languages

English, 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
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 48 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 25 for adults and USD 10 to 20 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • costa Kitchen and Bar
  • Lido Cafe

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10,000 square feet of conference space
  • 5 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1931
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - September 2020

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per week
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 39.90 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Bicycle storage
  • Fitness centre access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 25 for adults and USD 10 to 20 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 48 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per week
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

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
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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
It is Hyatt’s practice to enter any occupied guestroom at a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy. Appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom.

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hyatt Hotel Santa Barbara
Hyatt Centric Santa Barbara Hotel
Santa Barbara Hyatt
Hyatt Santa Barbara Hotel Santa Barbara
Hyatt Centric Santa Barbara
Hyatt Centric Santa Barbara
Mar Monte Hotel in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt?

As of 3 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt on 13 Jul 2025 start from £291.38, 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.

Is Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 100 per accommodation, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt?

Valet parking is available for USD 48 per night.

What time is check-in at Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this beachfront hotel is in the city centre and within 2 mi (3 km) of Santa Barbara Zoo, Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor. Santa Barbara City College and Santa Barbara Bowl are also within 3 mi (5 km). Santa Barbara Station is 29 minutes by foot.

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Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 398 out of 878 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 193 out of 878 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 878 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 878 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 878 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the vibe of this place very beautiful and convent location for places and experiences in walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked everything about the hotel and surrounding areas, especially the beach right across the street from the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tenya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ocean view was spectacular!! The staff were nice and professional. Beautiful area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely time
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Manisha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location excellent. Staff very polite. Quiet. Rooms outdated.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay at this lovely beachfront resort. Great location and nicely renovated hotel.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location not far from Funk Zone
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kirsty

It’s old; mattress and pillows were not comfortable. Staff were super friendly, helpful and attentive!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel on the beach. Able to walk downtown or uber easily. Hotel has huge rooms, great housekeeping but is slightly dated. Nice pool.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beach access
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is so tired and dirty. skeleton staff, no good restaurants on the entire property, too far to walk to a good one, parking impossible and valet is $45, no napkins anywhere....and expensive on top of it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rachelle

Liked: Cleanliness
short of staff in all areas
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and very comfortable rooms. Top quality beds and furniture. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property location is 5 star. The staff were all very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

galilea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Properly... A bit dated, but overall pretty nice. It brought a bit of old charm, and you could tell that at one point in time it was pretty luxurious... Definitely not the Four Seasons!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Friendly staff-helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I was housed in an annex building set away from the hotel area. This was inconvenient as a solo traveller without an car, and didn’t feel like a safe environment. Room decoration was dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaquelyne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the best. The beach was across the street. I took a nice on the beach everyday.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were very welcoming and friendly. I would def recommend for anyone looking for a nice staycation close to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Madeline

Property is nice on the beach, but a bit run down and not kept that clean. I would spend the money elsewhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Fady

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not as description, poor service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Ronan

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was very noisy at the extreme part of the property next to some large hotel engines. Some fees appear on the bill afterwards in spite of paying with Expedia (Valet was Ok but property fee wasn’t)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Location was right across from the beach. Star was friendly and helpful. We had a group of friends there and they made an extra effort to house us in the same building. Overall, a very nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Saj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were helpful and pleasant. The hotel is in a great spot and very chilled.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025