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Reviews of Palihouse Santa Barbara This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

915 Garden Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, United States of America

#7 of 64 hotels in Santa Barbara

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 185 hotel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    7.7

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  • Reviewed: May 9, 2024

    8.0
    Relaxing stay and perfect service
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    It would be great if property had a restaurant and bar that is open at night.

    We loved the location and great restaurants and cafes near by. Property is on nice street near the main street, but very quiet. We didn't a chance to use the pool and cafe We love Spanish architecture of the building in and out. Room was good size; bathroom and shower room separated and a nice bath tab. We loved how bright the room was and the balcony overlooking the central court. This was a perfect place to relax when we wanted and be in a center of the State street in less than 10 mins of lazy walk.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 6, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Expensive for what it is

    Clean, compact, well located

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 27, 2024

    10
    Excellent stay in the heart of Santa Barbara but with a price tag!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location. Super clean. Really lovely vibe.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2024

    10
    Excellent staff- incredible atmosphere, great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The pillows could be more comfortable

    The staff was phenomenal and made the trip authentic

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 10, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Charming boutique gem in Santa Barbara! Elegant decor, attentive staff, and prime location, amazing bar & restaurant. Enjoyed every moment. Will definitely return!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 14, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I love everything about the property. It was very quiet. It was comfortable. It was decorated beautifully. Lots of little personal touches, and the staff was the best.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 15, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location, spacious room, on site underground parking.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 11, 2024

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very cute and pretty. Lovely little pool. They offered you a complimentary apero which was a nice way to meet other guests. Charming

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 12, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Loved everything!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: January 10, 2024

    10
    The perfect homebase in beautiful Santa Barbara
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No bathrobes

    Quietly elegant yet home-like, my experience of Palihouse was a delight. The staff are all—to a person— kind and welcoming, and the vibe is warm, familiar, well-curated and much like a club of which you’re a long-time, valued member. The room was very spacious, extraordinarily well-appointed, quiet, and comfortable. A private taste of SoCal at its best; I’ll definitely be returning.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 19, 2023

    10
    We will be back for sure.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The property was very hip and fit in well to Santa Barbara. The location was ideal. We were able to walk everywhere. Restaurants for dinner, coffee shops, Christmas boutiques, and tons more. We were able to plug in our Chevy Bolt in the garage which was a huge plus.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 14, 2023

    10
    From being greeted upon arrival with a cocktail, to
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Decoration, attention to detail! Felt like someone home….

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: December 14, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great unique property Fun staff

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: December 9, 2023

    9.0
    My new go-to in Santa Barbara
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    This is a great boutique property, a short walk from downtown State Street Santa Barbara. The hotel is very comfortable and very quiet in spite of its in-town location. The staff could not have been more helpful. I spent an extremely enjoyable 4 days and had great weather to boot. I will go back

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: October 29, 2023

    9.0
    Very cute hotel with great staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Clean, friendly staff very welcoming

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 20, 2023

    10
    Great staff, location, and room.
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful property. We had a lovely stay.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 13, 2023

    10
    Pure Joy.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The comfort, calmness and peace I felt. It was like home. Great location!!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 11, 2023

    10
    Special boutique hotel in the heart of Santa Barbara
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    The whole decor and layout of the hotel is very welcoming There is a lovely courtyard where drinks are served and there are complimentary drinks from 5pm to 6pm (not Sunday) Absolutely free! The rooms are of a very high standard with balconies The location is excellent being a few minutes from the centre of State St and near the best restaurants The staff were very helpful especially Fabian and Nate on the front desk We went to a Winery for a tasting and Fabian provided us with all the picnic accessories. The pool is small and comfortable to sit around Overall one of our best stays in Santa Barbara in a great boutique hotel

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 9, 2023

    10
    Perfect Stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    We loved the styling of the hotel and the general vibe very friendly and relaxed nothing too much trouble, the staff were great. Super comfy beds, great water pressure in shower. Spacious room. Loved taking the bikes out for a spin, cocktail hour and complimentary fizz in room a nice touch.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 9, 2023

    10
    Pretty much perfect!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    I love the styling of the hotel everything casually effortless. The staff were super friendly and helpful Fabio was great. Loved taking out the bikes for a spin. Cocktail hour was great and complimentary fizz in room was a nice touch. Beds super comfortable and water pressure in shower excellent.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: August 29, 2023

    8.0
    A boutique hotel with European charm, conveniently situated near the town center.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The room cooling is on some kind or programming that is not changeable and I wasn’t cool enough at night. I requested resetting but it wasn’t much improved.

    I love the location, walkable to the center of town, restaurants and historic buildings but on a quiet street. I also love that it has an underground self park garage, cute design, spa water and lemonade on tap in the lobby.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 7, 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Way too expensive for a 4 star hotel

    Beautiful hotel and bedroom Loved the courtyard , a piece of heaven in super busy Santa Barbara Nice pool , small but well kept Super friendly staff especially Chandra

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 5, 2023

    10
    You will love this place for sure
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Design & style & kindness - wow !! The perfect place to explore Santa Barbara!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: June 25, 2023

    10
    Great Location. Charming Hotel. Super friendly staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very charming property in the heart of Santa Barbara.

    Stayed in June 2023

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