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ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

2.0 star property

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

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134 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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Economy Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi

Economy Shared Dormitory

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi

Classic Shared Dormitory, Women only

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi

Classic Shared Dormitory

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Basic Double Room | Free WiFi

Basic Double Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Double Room | Free WiFi

Basic Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About this property

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Hostel with free breakfast, a short walk to Santa Barbara Harbor
This hostel features self parking, laundry facilities and a garden. Free on-the-go breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, barbecues, a picnic area and a vending machine are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations, with a hairdryer. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. Housekeeping is provided on request.
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 ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Barbara Harbor. Enjoy features like free breakfast and free WiFi in public areas, plus laundry facilities.
  • Free on-the-go breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Amenities include locker space, laundry facilities and a vending machine
  • 8 minutes by foot from Santa Barbara Harbor and a 5-minute drive from Santa Barbara Zoo
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Santa Barbara hostel.

Guests are served a free on-the-go breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 20 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Self-parking fee: USD 20 per night

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
The front desk at this property is open daily from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

I.T.H. Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel Santa Barbara
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Reviews

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 161 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 161 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 161 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 161 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 161 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything exceeded expectations!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
this was my first time staying at a hostel, and I was nervous that I would be one of the older clientele and somehow feel out of place. It was not like that at all. It was a varied group of people and everyone was very nice. Pancakes and coffee were a bonus
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe, great spot to meet new people, friendly staff, clean and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mary

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While I waited for someone to show up, I noticed the property was very unkept. Old cars are on the property, cars that don’t an to even run. While waiting, I saw a couple of women with children arrive. I did not know there would be children there. I ended up leaving at about 5 to 4. I had gotten out of my car and rang the bell and walked around trying to find someone before I left.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at two other hostels, and this one was the best of all. The attendants were friendly, especially Rosie, and the guests were friendly. This place is set up to have conversations with others, which makes it nice, due to the large dining/hangout area. The place also has a relaxing patio with a modified short bus where you can also hang out inside and read a book or talk to others. The place also has planned activities every day, free of charge, which far surpassed my expectations. The beach is 4 minutes walking distance and so is a skate park. Great place! Will visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kuniko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaipreet

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

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay! Clean like a European hostel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The main door to my dorm needed a key for entry. Yet the window did not have a screen, was big enough for a person to climb in, was next to a public sidewalk and parking lot. I got up to close the window once it became dark outside. Someone reopened the widow. The curtains that covered the bunks may have housed more than one person. I did not feel safe. As I prepared to leave a day early on a non-refundable ticket, I mentioned to the receptionist I was leaving. She stated that I give her the key, no problem. Yet she did not mention for me to check the food I had brought in. Leaving in a hurry since I was stressed about people having access to my sleeping area during the night, I let about $50 worth of food. A liked the manager, yet I did not feel respected by some of the other employees. There was marijuana smoking in the building during the day that I complained about. The black handle was very sticky that I used to climbed into my upper bunk.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yue

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nathaniel was welcoming and friendly. :) Property location for Amtrak travelers can't be any better. Very relaxed, but organized atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luciano, Cordoba

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay. Good breakfast, friendly staff, good vibes.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Calvin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Skylar

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had to listen to drunk 38 year olds talk about how all American women are awful and the only good ones are in SE Asia or E Europe - and when I walked away back to my bunk, was confronted by one of them and I said I didn’t like how he was speaking about women it made him sound gross so he hit me in the face while I was literally sitting on my own bunk bed. Staff allowed him to stay. I left for my own safety. No manager contacted me at all. They don’t seem concerned at all,
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025