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Moxy Santa Barbara

3.5 star property

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Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reception
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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12 E Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Double Bed, Poolside (Cozy Pool View King 175 SQF)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 Double Bed, Poolside (Petite Pool View Queen 135 SQF) | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Double Bed, Poolside (Petite Pool View Queen 135 SQF)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 Double Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
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About this property

Moxy Santa Barbara

Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a snack bar/deli and self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Moxy Santa Barbara offers 31 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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

During your stay at Moxy Santa Barbara, you're just a quick walk from Moreton Bay Fig Tree. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and a snack bar/deli.
  • Free WiFi
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, a lift and a terrace
  • On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Moxy Santa Barbara. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Books
  • Games
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • 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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2014
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • 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 noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night
  • 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

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 35 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 35 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night
  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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)
Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. 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.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Wayfarer Hostel
Wayfarer Hostel Santa Barbara
Wayfarer Santa Barbara
Wayfarer Hotel Santa Barbara
Wayfarer Hotel
The Waterman
The Wayfarer
Moxy Santa Barbara Hotel
Moxy Santa Barbara Santa Barbara
Moxy Santa Barbara Hotel Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 436 out of 813 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 813 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 813 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 813 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 813 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place. Will definitely be back. Close to many cool things.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ximena

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice staff very good location clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, rooms are a little quirky but facility is great overall and the location is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

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

Felt welcome and taken care of.

Staff was more than accommodating, Room was clean and comfortable, spent time in the eclectic lobby playing games with other quests.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
For us this hotel was all about the location, perfect for spending time in the Funk Zone. We enjoyed the heated pool, and our (albeit small) patio for a glass of wine at sunset. The rooms are small but decorated cute, the staff is friendly and attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and great area for coffee, wine and exploration
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the moxie hanging out in Santa Barbara's cool beachfront weather was a relief from the heat of LA
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cool boutique hotel. Very clean. It is next to the freeway but I found the cars passing soothing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property - very friendly staff, bonus that it's dog friendly. Incredibly walkable to awesome areas of the Funk Zone. Cozy rooms but have everything you need for a few nights.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

So So Stay!!!! Excellent Location

Check-in was disastrous, but the rest of the stay was fine. Carlos was exceptional!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The decor was unique
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were nicely soundproofed in the adjoining walls. The staff was friendly and helpful. Nice casual but professional atmosphere. The shared amenities were very accessible. If you're into the SB Funk Zone this is a good place for you.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay at Moxy in Santa Barbara! The room was spacious, clean, modern and a great value for the price. The location is perfect, ideal for exploring local breweries and wine tasting rooms. The staff was incredibly friendly and professional, making check-in a breeze. I loved the unique vibe of the hotel. The check-in area is a bar and the lobby doubles as a game room. There’s also a commercial fridge, microwave, and complimentary coffee, tea, and even dog treats for all guests, which I thought was a nice touch. Overall, Moxy was a great choice for my stay and if I ever visit Santa Barbara again, I'm definitely staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property! Staff was super friendly and helpful. Everything was clean always. Very good location can walk anywhere. My only complaint is not actual closet to hang clothes. Very small room. But otherwise a great spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Needs better windows

The sound of the freeway is overwhelming. Hard to hear anything else.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walls are a little thin. I could hear everything going on in the hallway or the guy throwing up in the next door bathroom. But all in all it was very nice place and would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

TERRIBLE!

Run!! This is a hostel, it's VERY noisy and shabby. I can't believe how much they charged. i'll certainly NVER stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I stayed at this property when it was under its previous ownership which seemed much more appropriate than Marriott. Rooms are TINY, windows single pane and right next to railroad track. Pool seemed nice - didn't have time to go in but all other facilities and amenities off site. So given the price......
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Thach

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was really nice! The room was tiny, the bathroom missing a hanger, the bunk bed was extremely dangerous, two loose handles, ladder slide off and the steps hurt the kid feet when climbing up/down, and when the bed down, the sharp corners if not careful will split someone head/face, and one of the closer door came loose! The property was also under construction so… Way over price and a very dangerous stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Philippus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Dorm room style room, no amenities to speak of. An awkward bathroom situation. Right next to freeway. No dining, proper breakfast etc. Didn’t fully understand from pics what was what. Not fully grasping the price/value. Other than that, nice and friendly staff, convenient to State Street, Funk Town, wharf, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Robert

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Considering location and price expected much more. Staff unhelpful nor customer oriented. Parking at $35/night without describing why - resort fees, pool, accessories nothing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jordan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thedesk staff was incredibly rude. My colleagues and I were sitting for a chat in the lobby and the front desk person literally kicked us out and said that the public spaces closed at 11pm. I've never hear dof such a thing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

victoriano

Liked: Staff & service
In room we saw spiders. Also their didn't clean up the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jaspar

Disliked: Staff & service

SCAM

This is NOT a hotel, not even a B&B and shouldn’t be listed on this site. No food service, no staff onsite after 21:00 and excruciatingly expensive. A complete Scam.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I knew the room would be small (as we got the smallest room they had), but it was barely walkable. About 8 inches to scoot between the wall and the bed. Everything was good quality and the bed itself was comfortable, but overall not worth the price paid. Usually you can justify the price with amenities, but this location doesn’t have a hot tub, or breakfast, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024