Property building in Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Hotel Highlights

Welcome to Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels, your sun-soaked haven in the heart of California! Nestled just a mere 0.3mi from the bustling city center, this fabulous 4-star hotel offers guests the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. With rooms starting at a delightful $194, your dream getaway is just a booking away! The atmosphere here is as inviting as the Pacific breeze, making it the ideal spot for travelers seeking both fun and comfort.

Bed in Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Seating area, Bed in Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Rooms

Suite with Mountain View in Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

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1 Queen Size Bed

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130 sqft

Suite, Mountain View

Indulge in the breathtaking mountain view from the comfort of this spacious suite designed for two. Equipped with a queen size bed, TV, telephone, and wifi, this room offers the perfect blend of luxury and tranquility.

Penthouse Apartment in Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

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1 King Size Bed

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485 sqft

Penthouse Apartment

Stay in our luxurious Penthouse Apartment, boasting a spacious 484 sqft room with a comfortable King size bed. Enjoy the modern amenities including Wifi, TV, and telephone, all designed to make your stay unforgettable.

Superior Apartment in Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

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2 King Size Beds

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615 sqft

Superior Apartment

Landmark view

City view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Experience the ultimate comfort of our Quadruple Superior Apartment, offering spacious accommodations measuring 614 sqft with stunning City and Landmark views. This modern apartment features 2 King size beds, a fully equipped kitchen, and a private balcony for you to relax and enjoy the breathtaking surroundings.

Discover More

At Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels, you can indulge in a myriad of fantastic amenities. Savor mouth-watering dishes at the on-site restaurant, sip a refreshing cocktail at the bar, or unwind on the charming terrace with stunning landmark views. Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi, air conditioning, and a private balcony to soak up the California sunshine. Our extra touches, like free toiletries and kitchen facilities, ensure that your stay will be as comfy as your own home, while non-smoking rooms provide a tranquil environment.

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Experience the Best

Guests have shared their glowing reviews, highlighting the welcoming vibe and exceptional service at Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels. Whether you're exploring the vibrant local scene or simply lounging on your patio, you'll feel right at home. So pack your bags, grab your sunglasses, and get ready to drift away in Santa Barbara!

Decorative detail, Bed in Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Bed in Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Plan Your Stay

At Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels, gastronomic delights await you! Dive into delightful flavors at Dawn Cafe + Market, where the enticing aromas of traditional American cuisine combine with a family-friendly vibe to create memorable meals that everyone can enjoy. If you're in the mood for a more vibrant ambiance, Dusk Craft Bar offers a modern twist on classic Mexican dishes, served up with flair and creativity. Whether you're starting your day with a hearty breakfast or winding down in the evening with refreshing cocktails and delicious bites, every meal is an adventure for your taste buds.

Food and drinks in Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Decorative detail, Bed in Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Amenities

Restaurant

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Bar

Terrace

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Bathroom in Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Bathroom in Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Restaurants

Dawn Cafe + Market

Family Friendly, Traditional, Modern, American

Dusk Craft Bar

Traditional, Modern, Mexican

Food and drinks in Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Balcony/Terrace in Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Bed in Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Overall, the hotel is quite decent, but there are some aspects that could be improved. The rooms are very small, but this is understandable given that the hotel is located right in the heart of the city. Parking nearby will cost you $20-$22 per night, but there’s a convenient drop-off area at the hotel entrance where you can park for free for 15 minutes to unload your luggage. However, there are areas where the service could be improved. For example, on Booking.com, we were informed that the person responsible for guest communication was on vacation, which seemed odd to us. Additionally, we didn’t receive check-in instructions before our arrival. When we arrived, we found ourselves standing outside the hotel doors, unable to get in, even though it was 20 minutes past the check-in time. I had to email the hotel and wait for a response. To their credit, they replied relatively quickly, within about 50 minutes, but the lack of pre-arrival instructions, as promised, was disappointing. The rooms are equipped with all the essentials, including drinking water in small cardboard bottles and blackout curtains, which we appreciated. That said, the communication process definitely needs improvement. For example, when I emailed the hotel, I received responses from different people. One person incorrectly claimed that I hadn’t completed all the necessary steps or provided my card details, even though I had done so several hours before check-in. Another person later responded and promptly sent the instructions we needed. This inconsistency highlights a lack of coordination in their system. To the hotel team: please work on refining your service. Thank you for hosting us!

Irina

Fantastic location, very well prepared room with ample facilities for the purpose of stay. Great for overnights or even 2 or 3 days, just keep in mind with the size of the room. The high ceilings made the room feel larger than it actually was and the staff was very attentive. Just keep in mind the hotel operates mostly as a "staff less" property, with staff mainly involved with the cafe and bar. Still 100% reachable through text. They also had first come first serve bike rentals with complimentary helmets which made it really nice to get around downtown - just make sure you lock the bike properly, bike theft is definitely prevalent and we are sure someone tried to take them at one point! Pourover coffee setup in the room was a definite plus!

Jonathan

I do love this boutique hotel right in the heart on Santa Barbara. It is very modern, clean, well appointed and hip. The rooms are terribly small BUT they are configured in a way that two people can manage to be comfortable. As long as you know this going in everything is great! There is no lobby or onsite staff except now they do have a very friendly person sitting at a kiosk/desk right outside the front doo who welcomes you and can answer any questions or be of help. All communication is done via text.

Kelly

I chose Drift because it looked a bit different to regular hotels. I love the modern, boutique style. It’s right in the centre of restaurants and shops, but the hotel is quiet and has a relaxed feel. I emailed before arrival and the staff were great to communicate with. On arrival it is a self check in, but I met some of the staff who are lovely and helpful. I appreciated the small touches like a hand held clothes steamer in the room!

Kelly

Location is absolutely fantastic and definitely what you’re paying for. The room was a lot smaller than expected but absolutely spotless and perfectly comfortable. Great coffee at Dawn Cafe and great cocktails at Dusk Bar. A massive shout out to Manager Jason who let us use his personal cellphone when we had car trouble and no access to calls. We really appreciate his kindness and help.

Denise

Overall, the hotel is quite decent, but there are some aspects that could be improved. The rooms are very small, but this is understandable given that the hotel is located right in the heart of the city. Parking nearby will cost you $20-$22 per night, but there’s a convenient drop-off area at the hotel entrance where you can park for free for 15 minutes to unload your luggage. However, there are areas where the service could be improved. For example, on Booking.com, we were informed that the person responsible for guest communication was on vacation, which seemed odd to us. Additionally, we didn’t receive check-in instructions before our arrival. When we arrived, we found ourselves standing outside the hotel doors, unable to get in, even though it was 20 minutes past the check-in time. I had to email the hotel and wait for a response. To their credit, they replied relatively quickly, within about 50 minutes, but the lack of pre-arrival instructions, as promised, was disappointing. The rooms are equipped with all the essentials, including drinking water in small cardboard bottles and blackout curtains, which we appreciated. That said, the communication process definitely needs improvement. For example, when I emailed the hotel, I received responses from different people. One person incorrectly claimed that I hadn’t completed all the necessary steps or provided my card details, even though I had done so several hours before check-in. Another person later responded and promptly sent the instructions we needed. This inconsistency highlights a lack of coordination in their system. To the hotel team: please work on refining your service. Thank you for hosting us!

Irina

Fantastic location, very well prepared room with ample facilities for the purpose of stay. Great for overnights or even 2 or 3 days, just keep in mind with the size of the room. The high ceilings made the room feel larger than it actually was and the staff was very attentive. Just keep in mind the hotel operates mostly as a "staff less" property, with staff mainly involved with the cafe and bar. Still 100% reachable through text. They also had first come first serve bike rentals with complimentary helmets which made it really nice to get around downtown - just make sure you lock the bike properly, bike theft is definitely prevalent and we are sure someone tried to take them at one point! Pourover coffee setup in the room was a definite plus!

Jonathan

I do love this boutique hotel right in the heart on Santa Barbara. It is very modern, clean, well appointed and hip. The rooms are terribly small BUT they are configured in a way that two people can manage to be comfortable. As long as you know this going in everything is great! There is no lobby or onsite staff except now they do have a very friendly person sitting at a kiosk/desk right outside the front doo who welcomes you and can answer any questions or be of help. All communication is done via text.

Kelly

I chose Drift because it looked a bit different to regular hotels. I love the modern, boutique style. It’s right in the centre of restaurants and shops, but the hotel is quiet and has a relaxed feel. I emailed before arrival and the staff were great to communicate with. On arrival it is a self check in, but I met some of the staff who are lovely and helpful. I appreciated the small touches like a hand held clothes steamer in the room!

Kelly

Location is absolutely fantastic and definitely what you’re paying for. The room was a lot smaller than expected but absolutely spotless and perfectly comfortable. Great coffee at Dawn Cafe and great cocktails at Dusk Bar. A massive shout out to Manager Jason who let us use his personal cellphone when we had car trouble and no access to calls. We really appreciate his kindness and help.

Denise

Overall, the hotel is quite decent, but there are some aspects that could be improved. The rooms are very small, but this is understandable given that the hotel is located right in the heart of the city. Parking nearby will cost you $20-$22 per night, but there’s a convenient drop-off area at the hotel entrance where you can park for free for 15 minutes to unload your luggage. However, there are areas where the service could be improved. For example, on Booking.com, we were informed that the person responsible for guest communication was on vacation, which seemed odd to us. Additionally, we didn’t receive check-in instructions before our arrival. When we arrived, we found ourselves standing outside the hotel doors, unable to get in, even though it was 20 minutes past the check-in time. I had to email the hotel and wait for a response. To their credit, they replied relatively quickly, within about 50 minutes, but the lack of pre-arrival instructions, as promised, was disappointing. The rooms are equipped with all the essentials, including drinking water in small cardboard bottles and blackout curtains, which we appreciated. That said, the communication process definitely needs improvement. For example, when I emailed the hotel, I received responses from different people. One person incorrectly claimed that I hadn’t completed all the necessary steps or provided my card details, even though I had done so several hours before check-in. Another person later responded and promptly sent the instructions we needed. This inconsistency highlights a lack of coordination in their system. To the hotel team: please work on refining your service. Thank you for hosting us!

Irina

Fantastic location, very well prepared room with ample facilities for the purpose of stay. Great for overnights or even 2 or 3 days, just keep in mind with the size of the room. The high ceilings made the room feel larger than it actually was and the staff was very attentive. Just keep in mind the hotel operates mostly as a "staff less" property, with staff mainly involved with the cafe and bar. Still 100% reachable through text. They also had first come first serve bike rentals with complimentary helmets which made it really nice to get around downtown - just make sure you lock the bike properly, bike theft is definitely prevalent and we are sure someone tried to take them at one point! Pourover coffee setup in the room was a definite plus!

Jonathan

I do love this boutique hotel right in the heart on Santa Barbara. It is very modern, clean, well appointed and hip. The rooms are terribly small BUT they are configured in a way that two people can manage to be comfortable. As long as you know this going in everything is great! There is no lobby or onsite staff except now they do have a very friendly person sitting at a kiosk/desk right outside the front doo who welcomes you and can answer any questions or be of help. All communication is done via text.

Kelly

I chose Drift because it looked a bit different to regular hotels. I love the modern, boutique style. It’s right in the centre of restaurants and shops, but the hotel is quiet and has a relaxed feel. I emailed before arrival and the staff were great to communicate with. On arrival it is a self check in, but I met some of the staff who are lovely and helpful. I appreciated the small touches like a hand held clothes steamer in the room!

Kelly

Location is absolutely fantastic and definitely what you’re paying for. The room was a lot smaller than expected but absolutely spotless and perfectly comfortable. Great coffee at Dawn Cafe and great cocktails at Dusk Bar. A massive shout out to Manager Jason who let us use his personal cellphone when we had car trouble and no access to calls. We really appreciate his kindness and help.

Denise

Location

524 State Street, Santa Barbara, 93101, California, United States

Reservations:

+1-833-728-2041

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Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels