Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

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Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort | Santa Barbara, California | Virgin Atlantic Holidays

Santa Barbara, California

5 stars

Oozing seaside charm, Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort puts you just a flip flop stroll from the sands and ocean. Check out the casual coastal menu of its restaurants, and the Central Coast vintages in its Wine Tasting Room. And if that's not enough of the seaside vibes for you then check out the styling in your room for even more of a beachy feel (and ocean veiws if you opt for them)!. When you’re not making the most of your beachfront setting you can relax by the heated outdoor pool and whirlpool, enjoy some lawn games in the palm-dotted grounds or pop to the sanctuary of the Spa del Mar for one of the wonderful treatments.

Amenities

Kayaking
Tennis
Yoga
Families
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Restaurant
Room Service
Safety Deposit Box
Spa
Swimming Pool
Valet parking
Beachfront location
Close to Beach

Explore the local area

Located just across from East Beach, on 24-acres in Santa Barbara, one mile from the Funk Zone District. Within a 10 minute walk of the pier and a 15-minute walk of downtown Santa Barbara.

Hotel Information

Room Information
Room Upgrade Information

360 rooms and suites, with a light and airy beachfront-style theme. All have either a balcony or patio, air-conditioning, WiFi access, HDTV, mini-fridge, coffee maker, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, bathroom amenities, and safe.

Standard Rooms have either 1 king-size bed and a sofa bed, or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.

Hotel details

Getting Around

Complimentary shuttle service to Santa Barbara regional airport, and to the downtown Santa Barbara AMTRAK station (reservations require 24 hours in advance). Self-parking $42 plus tax per night, and Valet parking $50 plus tax per night (payable locally, fee subject to change).

Dining

The Roundhouse (open for breakfast, with buffet and a la carte options). The Set (serving bistro-style classic dishes, open for lunch, dinner, drinks and weekend brunch). Java del Mar (located in the lobby, serving breakfast sandwiches, Starbucks coffee, and other snacks). Wine Tasting Room (open seasonally). Terraza del Mar (poolside bar serving drinks and light bites - open seasonally). Room service*.

Fun and Games

Outdoor swimming pool. Fitness centre. Spa del Mar*. Salon del Mar*. Cinema under the stars. Lawn games including croquet, giant checkers, giant chess, cornhole and bocce ball. Table tennis. Shuffleboard. Tennis*. Beachfront yoga classes*. Bicylce rental*. Kayak* and paddle board* rentals.

Handy Stuff

WiFi access*. Concierge. Room service*.

Resort Fees

This hotel has a resort fee of $40 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change).

Resort Fees Detail

Resort fee includes: - Internet access for up to 2 devices - Complimentary fitness classes - 2-hour bicycle rental for up to 2 people - 2 bottles of water daily (available from reception) – 2 beach chair - 20% discount on spa treatments and tennis clinics – Local activity discounts. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

Additional Information

*Denotes local charge.

Trip advisor rating

3.5/5

4,467 reviews

Location
Sleep Quality
Rooms
Service
Value
Cleanliness

Excellent

36%

Very Good

28%

Average

19%

Poor

11%

Terrible

“Disappointing Stay That Fell Short of Hilton Standards”

Sep 16, 2025Jhonatan U

For the price and the service, my stay was not what I expected at all. I booked Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort because I anticipated a higher standard of hospitality, but unfortunately, the experience fell far below those expectations. The value did not justify the cost, and several issues made the stay disappointing. One of the biggest frustrations was that I could never get the Digital Key to work, which was both inconvenient and frustrating since it’s a feature I rely on for ease and efficiency. Even worse, when I got locked out of my room, I had to wait almost two hours for assistance due to poor communication between the front desk and security staff. At a property of this level, I expected quicker problem-solving and more coordinated service. At this price point, I anticipated better overall service, smoother processes, and accommodations that reflected Hilton’s reputation for quality. Instead, the experience felt more like a budget stay than a premium beachfront resort. For these reasons, I have to rate my stay a 1.

“Enjoy the Santa Barbara Riviera”

Sep 11, 2025Sean J

We selected a room with a view overlooking the Pacific Ocean across the street from the hotel facility. If you want to play tennis be sure to bring approved foot-wear to use the courts. There is a bar and eatery. You are minutes walk from State Street and Milpas shopping area. Rooms are comfortable and have microwave ovens and a fridge. EVs can plug-in. The railroad (Amtrak) runs behind the hotel --so ask for a quiet, if not an ocean view room.

“Our Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort Visit”

Sep 02, 2025GrandTour67685139819

My wife and I went during the Labor Day weekend, and we enjoyed our stay. The hotel is so close to the Pacific Ocean; we love it. The staff we interacted with at the Front Desk and Bell Hop Stations were professional and friendly. Doug, one of the Bellhops, was helpful. He helped place two beach chairs in our SUV as soon as we arrived at approximately 9:30 a.m. PDT. Our check-in time was at 4 p.m., so we had a lot of time before we could check in. Early check-in was available for an additional $75; however, we decided against it. When we returned to the hotel to check in, another bellhop helped with our luggage, removed the beach chairs, and parked our SUV (we used their valet service - the $45 or so is worth it). We were pleased to have the option of selecting our room instead of being assigned one. The room we had (Room 165) was neat and clean. The furniture was well-maintained; the sofa was comfortable, as was the King-size bed. The in-house restaurant did not have anything we craved for lunch or dinner, so we ordered food from another restaurant, and used Uber Eats to have it delivered. What was discouraging was how difficult it was to get an actual person on the phone using the room phone. The Virtual Artificial Intelligence (AI) Agent did not understand everything we spoke about on the phone. AI was not helpful in this sense. I had to walk to the Front Desk to have my questions answered after a long day, instead of speaking to a staff member over the phone, which would have been easier. Understandably, the Front Desk staff becomes busy; however, a person should be available to answer questions over the phone, not just a Virtual AI Agent. Check-out was 12 p.m. PDT; we did it earlier with no issues. We recommend staying at this hotel the next time anyone visits Santa Barbara.

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