Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 11 min drive
Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 37 min drive
Santa Barbara Station - 7 min drive
Goleta Station - 11 min drive
UC Santa Barbara Station - 11 min drive
Restaurants
Super Cucas Meat Mar - 3 min drive
Live Oak Cafe - 1 min walk
El Zarape - 3 min drive
McConnell's Ice Cream - 7 min walk
Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - 10 min walk
About this property
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara is a great choice for a stay in Santa Barbara. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Live Oak Cafe, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a fitness centre and a hot tub. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
122 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 3 children (13 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–11:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Use of nearby fitness centre
Working away
24-hour business centre
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
9 buildings/towers
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Television in common areas
Fitness centre
An outdoor pool
Hot tub
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
1-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Dressing gowns
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free local calls
Desk chair
Food and drink
Microwave
More
Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors
Special features
Dining
Live Oak Cafe – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15 to 18 per person
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Best Western Encina
Best Western Encina Lodge
Best Western Plus Encina
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Encina Lodge
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Best Plus Santa Barbara
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Best Western Plus Santa Barbara?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Best Western Plus Santa Barbara?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Best Western Plus Santa Barbara?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Plus Santa Barbara?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Best Western Plus Santa Barbara and nearby?
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara has an outdoor pool, 1 hot tub and a fitness centre, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Best Western Plus Santa Barbara?
Yes, Live Oak Cafe offers American cuisine.
What's the area around Best Western Plus Santa Barbara like?
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara is a short 16-minute walk from Mission Santa Barbara and 16 minutes' walk from Upper State Street. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
4/10 Fair
31 Dec 2024
Palak
Palak, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Dec 2024
Martin
Martin, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Dec 2024
Cynthia
Cynthia, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
25 Dec 2024
Worst experience
We booked a room with 2 queen beds and weren’t provided with queen size beds
The air conditioning wasn’t working in our room for the entire stay only the heater was working on informing the management we were provided with an extra table fan .
Didn’t expect from such a reputable brand
Never coming back and don’t recommend
Hardik
Hardik, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
14 Dec 2024
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Dec 2024
Edgar
Edgar, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
2 Dec 2024
Okay, aber abgelegen
Alles soweit nett und sauber. Der Rezeptionsbereich wirkt aber kalt und unfreundlich. Hauptproblem ist die deutlich zu große Entfernung zur Innenstadt. Dafür ist es deutlich zu teuer.
Regina
Regina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Dec 2024
The staff was very helpful, I would stay there again
Kathleen
Kathleen, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
29 Nov 2024
Home
Home, 7-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Nov 2024
Kristopher
Kristopher, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Nov 2024
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
25 Nov 2024
Not worth this price.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Nov 2024
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
5 Nov 2024
Angeleen
Angeleen, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 Nov 2024
This Best Western was the best one I have ever stayed at...and was more comparable to a 4 star hotel. Yes, it is still a motel, but the property AND rooms were immaculately clean and in good condition! The King room we stayed in was large and nicely appointed. The staff were friendly! We loved the jacuzzi and heated pool! Awesome place to stay for a lower price point in Santa Barbara!
Becky
Becky, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
1 Nov 2024
David
David, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
30 Oct 2024
Quick overnight in Santa Barbara
We stayed in a condo/townhouse on the end of the property. The patio was spacious. The downstairs was fine with a TV and a very nice long couch so we could all sit together. Kitchen was fine - we didn't cool but there seemed to be a cookware items available. The downstairs bath is a half bath. The stairs are super steep and narrow. Not suitable if you have anyone with mobility issues at all. Bedrooms were fine. Bathroom was fine. Overall the place was a bit worn and a little musty smelling. Service at the front desk was nice but they were under construction so it was hard to find the entrance. The restaurant on site is roomy and breakfast was yummy. There were 5 of us staying so overall a decent value.
Mara
Mara, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Oct 2024
Ideal Place and Amazing Staff
Everything and everyone here in this hotel are amazing! Thanks a lot.
Edgar
Edgar, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 Oct 2024
Laura
Laura, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Oct 2024
Julaine
Julaine, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
20 Oct 2024
kenneth
kenneth, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Oct 2024
nancy
nancy, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Oct 2024
We love it!!!!
Camila
Camila, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Oct 2024
Santa Barbara gem
Clean, quiet and comfortable. Enjoyed my two-day stay.
linda
linda, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
6 Oct 2024
The suites were quite spacious & enjoyed having living room separate from bedroom.Kitchen was fully equipped so saved on some meals. Nice pool & patios. WiFi conductivity was poor at times so streaming & internet use could be difficult. Significant noise transfer from people upstairs when walking around or playing music as building style is older wood construction. Neighborhood is quiet & it is located within few miles of beach & other food/attractions. Parking good if not arriving too late in evening. Housekeeping only upon request. Bed was comfortable & unit clean overall but several stains on carpets that had not been attended to. Overall good, relatively inexpensive place to stay in Santa Barbara.