6.9 Pleasant Based on 233 reviews
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"Rooms feature beds oriented toward arched windows. Dawn coffee shop and Dusk cocktail bar occupy the ground floor. State Street shops and restaurants sit outside the front door. Best for city-focused travelers, less so for anyone needing ample storage."

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7 Oct 2026
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8 Oct 2026
Guests
2 guests

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2

Children:

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Why guests choose Drift Santa Barbara, A Member Of Design Hotels

  • Wellness
    Yoga & sound baths
  • Craft Cocktails
    Curated menu
  • Bike Rentals
    Guided tours
  • Drift Penthouse
    Private balcony
  • Central Location
    Paseo Nuevo nearby
  • Digital Concierge
    24/7 text support

Overview

Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, the smoke-free Drift Santa Barbara, A Member Of Design Hotels is a 16-minute walk from the special gallery "Santa Barbara Museum of Art". The Santa Barbara hotel has a Mexican restaurant serving Mexican cuisine and is situated in the vicinity of Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum.

Situated 1 mile from the sand West Beach, the comfortable hotel also gives access to such sports venues as Los Banos Del Mar Public Swimming Pool, which is 1.1 miles away. The Drift Santa Barbara, A Member Of Design Hotels is also 20 minutes by foot from Peabody Stadium in Santa Barbara. The area also includes natural sights like the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park 1.2 miles from the accommodation. The hotel is located within reach of Santa Barbara Amtrak train station.

The 4-star Drift Santa Barbara, A Member Of Design Hotels features 2 restaurants onsite. Guests are welcome to the lounge bar to relax with a drink. It also features a lounge area for guests' comfort. Sandbar Cocina y Tequila is right around the corner from this accommodation.

  • Check-in
    from 16:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 11:00
  • Hotel class
    4 stars
Drift Santa Barbara, A Member Of Design Hotels
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Should you book Drift Santa Barbara, A Member Of Design Hotels?

Perfect if you
  • Want to explore on two wheels - complimentary bicycles are available for guests.
  • Enjoy dining outdoors - the restaurant offers outdoor seating and serves American and Mexican cuisine.
  • Like to stay active - yoga classes are available at the hotel.
Maybe skip if you
  • Need free on-site parking - the hotel provides only public parking nearby for a fee.
  • Travel with a pet - the hotel does not allow pets on the property.
Best for
  • A central location with a high guest rating of 9.4 for location

Facilities of Drift

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
Dining
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
Leisure & Sports
  • Yoga class
Drift Guest Services
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Happy hour
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture

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Drift Santa Barbara, A Member Of Design Hotels applies these conditions to all bookings.
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from 16:00 until 23:59
Check-out
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