The Franciscan Hotel – A Favorite for Families in Santa Barbara
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
The Franciscan Hotel offers a variety of rooms and suites, including King Guestrooms with private patios, Queen Queen Guestrooms with two queen beds, and spacious suites like the Edgewater Suite with a full kitchenette. Rooms feature LED flat-screen TVs, mini fridges, and beach-themed décor with original artwork of Santa Barbara landmarks. Select rooms have balconies with mountain views or private entrances. Upgraded bathrooms include slate tiles and marble vanities.
Dining & Amenities
Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast daily. The hotel provides a heated outdoor pool (82°F) and a separate hot tub (104°F). A gift shop in the lobby sells snacks, beverages, and sundries. Coin-operated laundry facilities are available, along with fans, cribs, and first aid supplies upon request. Parking is complimentary.
Leisure & Recreation
The hotel is one block from West Beach, popular for sunbathing and volleyball. The Santa Barbara Harbor, a 10-minute walk away, offers dining and water activities. Nearby attractions include MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation (1 km) and Stearns Wharf (1 km). The Funk Zone, adjacent to the train station, features local microbreweries and art galleries.
Location & Transport
The Franciscan Hotel is in West Beach, a 10-minute walk from Santa Barbara Amtrak. It's steps from the beach, harbor, and downtown. The Moreton Bay Fig Tree is 0.5 km away, and the Santa Barbara County Courthouse is 2 km. Bus #7 and the Green Line Tram provide easy access to central stops.
Guest Services
Services include daily room service, early check-in/late check-out (based on availability), and luggage storage. ADA-compliant rooms are available. A security guard is on-site nightly (11 PM-7 AM). Payment options include American Express, Mastercard, Visa, cash, and traveler's checks. Complimentary Wi-Fi is provided throughout the hotel.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Concierge desk
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor