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The Waterman

3-star Hotel with Snorkelling

3 stars

12 East Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

+1 805 845 1000
7.3
Good

based on 30 reviews

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About The Waterman, Santa Barbara

Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.9
Location
8.8
Services
7.4
Staff
8.8
Value for money
6.2
The Wayfarer provides modern accommodation in Santa Barbara and is within a 20-minute walk of Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District Station. It is moments from Andalucia Building. Those staying at the hostel can take advantage of the relaxation amenities, which include an outdoor pool. Welcoming and professional staff are available 24 hours a day. The Wayfarer has 31 traditional rooms offering all the necessities to ensure an enjoyable stay. Guests also have access to a communal kitchen. Several popular tourist spots can be easily reached on foot from the hostel. Santa Barbara Historical Museum, Brooks Institute and Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center are within a 10-minute walk and Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is 15 minutes' drive away.

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Property safety measures

Heightened sanitation

Daily cleaning, increased availability of sanitation products.

Social distancing measures

Lobbies with safe social distancing.

Streamlined check-in and check-out.

Minimal contact with hotel personnel and other guests.


Rooms

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Standard rooms - Ocean view
1 queen bed

1 queen bed

KAYAK BTX

€211/night

€211 totalKAYAK BTX
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Double rooms - Park view
2 queen beds

2 queen beds

Marriott

€324/night

€324 totalMarriott
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King rooms - Garden view
1 king bed

1 king bed

Marriott

€415/night

€415 totalMarriott
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Queen rooms - Harbour view
1 queen bed

1 queen bed

Agoda.com

€425/night

€425 totalAgoda.com
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Other Rooms - Park view
Agoda.com

€339/night

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Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Snorkelling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Internet

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Beach access
  • Bicycle hire
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Evening entertainment
  • Cooking classes
  • Horse riding
  • Bowling
  • Table tennis
  • Windsurfing

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

General

  • Seating area
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Mountain view
  • City view
  • Pool view
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Books
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Services and conveniences

  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen/kitchenette
  • Ice maker

Bedroom

  • Fold-up bed
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products

Dining

  • Grocery deliveries
  • Snack bar
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Outdoor furniture

Pool

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Laundry

  • Laundry service

Workspace

  • Desk

Reviews

7.3
GoodBased on 30 verified guest reviews
6.8Couples
8.5Solo
7.8Families
8.0Friends


The Waterman room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How does The Waterman compare to other 3-star hotels in Santa Barbara?

    3-star hotels in Santa Barbara typically cost €298/night, but The Waterman is typically available for €297/night, and is rated equally to its competitors.

  • How far is The Waterman from Santa Barbara?

    The drive from Santa Barbara to The Waterman will take you about 25min depending on traffic, with a distance of 13.7 km. Hotels located in more populated areas may see vastly more traffic which will add to your travel time.

  • What is the best way to get to The Waterman from Santa Barbara?

    A very popular option for travellers staying at The Waterman would be to take a taxi or ridesharing service from Santa Barbara directly to the hotel.

  • Is The Waterman pet-friendly?

    Yes, dogs and pets are welcome at The Waterman.

  • Are there food options at The Waterman?

    A popular option for many The Waterman guests is to visit the bar and see if they serve food as well as drinks.

  • Does The Waterman have a pool?

    Yes. Many momondo users travelling to Santa Barbara specifically look for hotels with a pool. The Waterman may have rules and guidelines for using the pool, so be sure to ask the front desk about things like pool hours.

  • What is the phone number for The Waterman?

    For assistance from an employee at The Waterman please call +1 805 845 1000.

  • Does The Waterman have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, The Waterman has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for The Waterman?

    Standard check-out time at The Waterman is 11:00. Guests can check in after 16:00.

  • How much is a room at The Waterman?

    Prices may fluctuate based on room type, dates, and availability. You can find great room deals for The Waterman at the moment between €45 and €431 a night. Enter preferred dates in the form above to see the best-matched deals for you.

  • Is there laundry service in The Waterman?

    Yes, there is. Reach out to The Waterman, Santa Barbara for more details on all available laundry services.

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Places of interest near The Waterman

Attractions in Santa Barbara, California curated by momondo

The Waterman location: 12 East Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Top landmarks

West Beach0.5 km
Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara0.8 km
Presidio of Santa Barbara1.0 km
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum1.2 km
Santa Barbara Museum of Art1.4 km
Leadbetter Beach1.6 km

Restaurants and Cafés

Enterprise Fish Co. - Santa Barbara0.1 km
Dawn Patrol0.1 km
Santa Barbara Roasting Company0.1 km
Seven Bar & Kitchen0.1 km
Loquita0.1 km
Casa Blanca0.1 km
Rare Society Santa Barbara0.1 km
Silvers Omakase0.1 km
Nuance0.2 km

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