Luxury Healing Hotels Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
633 East Cabrillo Boulevard, East Beach, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, United States
HOTEL OVERVIEW
You know what struck me first about the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort? It’s actually right on East Beach – like, step out the lobby and you’re practically on the sand. I mean, the address says East Cabrillo Boulevard, but honestly, that’s just the fancy way of saying you’re parked right where the locals come to play volleyball and walk their dogs every morning.
The building itself is this sprawling, sort of 1980s resort vibe that either works for you or it doesn’t. I actually liked it – it feels substantial without being stuffy, and the rooms facing the ocean (which you’ll want to pay extra for, trust me) have these big windows that let in all that gorgeous Santa Barbara light. The whole place sits right where the harbor curves around, so you get these views of the marina on one side and endless Pacific on the other. Fair warning though – rooms facing Cabrillo can get a bit noisy, especially on weekends when everyone’s cruising the strip.
What really sold me on this place was the pool area. It’s this massive courtyard setup with actual palm trees (not the sad, recently planted kind) and enough space that it doesn’t feel crowded even when families are doing their thing. The hot tub sits right where you can watch the sunset, and honestly, that’s worth the 4-star price point right there. The beach access is clutch too – no weird private beach nonsense, just a quick walk through their little pathway and you’re on the same sand where UCSB students come to study and tourists figure out that Santa Barbara weather really is this perfect year-round.
Staff-wise, they’re solid – not overly chatty but they know their stuff. Check-in was smooth, and the front desk actually gave me decent dinner recommendations beyond the usual State Street tourist traps. Speaking of food, their restaurant is fine but nothing special. You’re better off walking five minutes down to the harbor for fresh fish, or heading up to the Funk Zone if you want to get into the local wine scene.
The 7.3 rating makes sense to me – it’s not going to blow your mind with luxury, but it delivers exactly what you’d want from a beachfront spot in Santa Barbara. The fitness center is actually decent (rare for hotels), parking is included which saves you like $30 a day compared to downtown, and you’re close enough to walk to Stearns Wharf but far enough from State Street that you don’t deal with the weekend party crowd.
I’d definitely stay here again, especially if you’re someone who wants to wake up to ocean sounds and maybe catch the dolphins that cruise by most mornings. Just book an ocean view room – the price difference isn’t that crazy, and the courtyard view gets old fast when you realize you’re this close to some of the best coastline in California.
HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS
Reviews
Staff: 7.9
Comfort: 8.0
Location: 9.0
Facilities: 7.6
Cleanliness: 8.0
Value for money: 6.3
Rana from Kuwait
location and the cleanness . amazing
Anthony from Canada
We went for breakfast but restaurant closed shortly before! No other place but Starbucks; girl there was very nice! Expect a place as large as that hotel would would have restaurant service longer!?
Sing from United States
Location
Adele from United Kingdom
The property was located really well for the beachfront and not too far away from a great restaurant area which you could walk out to. Staff were pleasant.
Amy from United States
Location and room overall
Sandra from United States
staff is very friendly and accommodating, beach front
Ellen from United States
Location was good
Nima from France
Good location
Barré from United States
Loved the location and the pool.
Anthony from United States
Location is awesome.
SURROUNDINGS
What's nearby:
- Ortega Park: 2.1 km
- Pershing Park: 2.3 km
- Sunflower Park: 1.4 km
- Ambassador Park: 1.9 km
- Cabrillo Bike Path: 900 m
- Dwight Murphy Field: 700 m
- Bath Street Pocket Park: 3 km
- Eastside Neighborhood Park: 1.5 km
- Santa Barbara Museum of Art: 3.3 km
- Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden: 3.7 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Gourmet Style Beach Tacos: 300 m
Natural beauty:
- Peak Dibblee Hill (32m): 2.8 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- East Beach: 50 m
- West Beach: 1.6 km
- Hammonds Beach: 3.8 km
- Butterfly Beach: 2.7 km
- Leadbetter Beach: 2.8 km
Public transport:
- Train Zoo Train: 900 m
- Train Amtrack Station Santa Barbara: 1.9 km
Closest airports:
- Santa Ynez Airport: 50 km
- Santa Barbara Airport: 18 km
- Santa Maria Public Airport: 99 km
ROOMS
- Junior King Suite with Seating Area with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Junior King Suite with Bath Tub - Mobility Accessible with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Junior King Suite - Hearing Accessible with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- King Room with Balcony or Patio and Mountain View - Mobility Accessible with Tub with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- King Room with View - Mobility Accessible with Tub with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- One-Bedroom King Suite with Resort View with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- King Room with View - Hearing Accessible with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- King Room with Balcony with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- King Room - Hearing Access with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- King Room with Balcony or Patio and Ocean View with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- King Suite with Ocean View with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- King Room with Ocean View - Hearing Accessible with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- One-Bedroom King Suite with Ocean View - Hearing Accessible with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- King Room with Balcony or Patio and Partial Ocean View with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Queen Room with Balcony with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Garden View - Hearing Accessible with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Balcony or Patio with Mountain View with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Mobility Accessible Tub with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Roll-In Shower - Mobility Accessible with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Hearing Access with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Patio or Balcony with Ocean View with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Ocean View - Hearing Accessible with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Partial Ocean View with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- King Room with Bath Tub - Mobility Access with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- King Room with Resort View - Mobility Access with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- King Resort Room with Mobility Accessible Tub with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- One-Bedroom King Suite with Balcony or Patio with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 1 adult
- Junior Suite with Balcony - Resort View for 1 adult
- Junior Suite with Roll-In Shower for 1 adult
FACILITIES
General:
- Shuttle service
- Pet bowls
- Pet basket
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Car hire
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Barber/beauty shop
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Bathroom:
- Hairdryer
Outdoors:
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness:
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Spa facilities
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Hair styling
- Hair colouring
- Hair cut
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Hair treatments
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre
Activities:
- Bicycle rental
- Happy hour Additional charge
- Beach
- Tennis equipment
- Cycling
- Table tennis
- Tennis court Additional charge
Food & Drink:
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Kid meals Additional charge
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken:
- English
- Spanish
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Dry cleaning
- Laundry
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Radio
- Telephone
Reception services:
- Concierge service
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying Additional charge
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilities
Outdoor swimming pool Free!:
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
Parking Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs U S$42 per day.:
- Valet parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
HOUSE RULES
Pets:
- Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups:
- When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Check-in:
- From 16:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- Until 12:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
HOTEL ADDRESS
633 East Cabrillo Boulevard, East Beach, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, United States
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