6.9 Pleasant Based on 233 reviews
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"State Street storefronts and restaurants lie steps from this property, which features a downstairs mezcal bar and morning coffee cafe. Remote check-in grants entry via text. Made for weekend couples, and not for anyone wanting traditional lobby service."

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Check-in
7 Oct 2026
Check-out
8 Oct 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Why guests choose Drift Santa Barbara, A Member Of Design Hotels

  • Beach proximity
    12-min walk to West Beach
  • Complimentary bikes
    Free rental & bike tours
  • Wellness program
    Yoga classes & sound baths
  • Craft cocktail bar
    Dusk Craft Bar on-site
  • Restaurant
    American & Mexican cuisine
  • Cultural hub
    Near Santa Barbara Museum of Art

Overview

Located just 10 minutes by foot from El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, the 4-star Drift Santa Barbara, A Member Of Design Hotels features Wi-Fi in public areas and public parking nearby. The comfortable hotel offers a Mexican restaurant and features central location with a such place of power and worship as Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church 1.7 miles away.

Located only 15 minutes by foot from Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum, the Santa Barbara hotel is also a short way from entertainment venues like Granada Theatre. Sports fans can also visit Peabody Stadium, 1.1 miles from the non-smoking Drift Santa Barbara, A Member Of Design Hotels, and take their families to Kids World Playground, which is 1.2 miles away. The lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden is in the vicinity of the property, and Santa Barbara Amtrak is situated approximately a 15-minute walk away. You can catch the bus at Chapala & Cota bus stop, around 700 feet from the hotel.

In the onsite Dusk Craft restaurant, guests can have their dinner while enjoying Mexican cuisine. There is also a lounge bar. The bar area includes a lounge area.

  • 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
Our tips

Should you book Drift Santa Barbara, A Member Of Design Hotels?

Perfect if you
  • Want to start the day with a family-friendly breakfast at Dawn Cafe + Market.
  • Enjoy complimentary bicycles to explore Santa Barbara on two wheels.
Maybe skip if you
  • Need on-site parking - the hotel offers only public parking nearby.
Best for
  • Dinner with Mexican cuisine and cocktails at the Dusk Craft Bar

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.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 16:00 until 23:59
Check-out
until 11:00
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