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The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4.0 star property

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Property amenity
Children’s play area – outdoor
Property amenity
Lobby
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

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5490 Hollister Ave, Santa Barbara, CA, 93111
  • University of California, Santa Barbara
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Upper State Street
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, Netflix

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Pool View

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed

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55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, Netflix

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, Netflix

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, free pool cabanas

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Pool View

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Suburban hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and Access to hot tub are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers 87 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bathrobes and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate dining areas and includes dining tables. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include a rainfall showerhead.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

An outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital. Free WiFi in public areas, an outdoor pool and a restaurant are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy Californian cuisine and garden views while dining at Terra
  • Breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include a terrace, a fireplace at reception and a water dispenser
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym, complimentary bicycles and yoga classes
  • Guests speak favourably about the overall condition of the property and the clean guestrooms
  • Just a 4-minute drive from University of California, Santa Barbara and a few minutes from Upper State Street
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
As a guest of The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, you'll find an outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, a 24-hour fitness centre, and complimentary bicycles. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. For a fee, parking is available.

This Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a local cuisine breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Terra – This poolside restaurant specialises in Californian cuisine and serves breakfast, dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 32 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 to 20 for adults and USD 7 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Terra

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Winery release events
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Fenced pool
  • Living room
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to checkout, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 50 (exact amount varies) at checkout

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 7 to 20 for adults and USD 7 to 20 for children
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 32 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to checkout, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 50 (exact amount varies) at checkout.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Pacifica Suites
Pacifica Suites Hotel
Pacifica Suites Hotel Santa Barbara
Pacifica Suites Santa Barbara
Pacifica Suites
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 144 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Norbert

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Nice attractive hotel. Well designed rooms. Tub was slippery and valve was very stiff. Tub also didn’t allow for baths. Water only available via shower head. Overall pleased with stay but did not consider it a good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean inside , really enjoyed the warmed up pool and the jacuzzi as well, would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is beautifully landscaped and interior design very fresh and comfortable. Stayed here while taking my daughter on UC tour.Location perfect for that.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Try This Out

I enjoyed the room, it was just hard to get to the entrance of the parking lot due to construction going on. Overall though it was a nice experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Mariana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Lots of potential

This is a beautiful property with lots of potential. The hot tub and pool were not heated. The incidental hold is $150, but wasn't disclosed at any point.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Kary

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family fun wine tasting get together

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were extremely helpful and kind!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khoi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Beautiful grounds
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy, Monte sereno

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, rooms, landscape. Love the historic Victorian home /museum.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mehool

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing family holiday
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer, Thousand Oaks

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

LILIA, Fresno

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There wax not hot water to take a shower
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Galya

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Hector, sunnyvale

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The gas line had been broken so we had no running hot water. Also limited then restaurant and the fire pit outside.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

John

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Loved the “resort” set up
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

William, Bellevue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always request a second floor room. And request softer pillows. The pillows provided are spongy rocks.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024