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Moxy Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Stearns Wharf

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Lobby lounge
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
Reception
Santa Barbara is the perfect setting for Moxy Santa Barbara, where guests can unwind on a sun lounger by the outdoor pool or explore nearby Stearns Wharf. Indulge in snacks at the deli, borrow books from the library, and connect to WiFi in your room.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Self parking
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Microwave in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
$229 nightly
The total price is $262
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees

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Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 175 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

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Exceptional
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Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 175 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 135 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 175 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 135 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hotel Santa Barbara

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,022 reviews
$207 nightly
The price is $235
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
12 E Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive
  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 38 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Station - 3 min walk
  • Goleta Station - 13 min drive
  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casa Agria Specialty Ales - Santa Barbara Taproom - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Santo Mezcal - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Loquita - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Broad Street Oyster Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Roasting Company - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Moxy Santa Barbara

When you stay at Moxy Santa Barbara, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, and hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and parasailing are nearby. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 31 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Uncovered onsite self parking (USD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited (max 1 space per unit)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's games
  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Table tennis
  • Beach nearby
  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2014
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

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

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 35 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs USD 35 per night with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Moxy Santa Barbara offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Moxy Santa Barbara does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Moxy Santa Barbara?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Moxy Santa Barbara?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Moxy Santa Barbara?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 35 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Moxy Santa Barbara?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Moxy Santa Barbara and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Moxy Santa Barbara also has an outdoor pool.

What's the area around Moxy Santa Barbara like?

Moxy Santa Barbara is in Lower State, a short 3-minute walk from Santa Barbara Station and 12 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara Harbor.

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Moxy Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
Bathroom
Bed
Restaurant
Downtown
Refrigerator
Lobby
Shower

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Emily, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Erin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice staff very good location clean rooms
Ximena, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great cool boutique hotel. Very clean. It is next to the freeway but I found the cars passing soothing.
John, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

So So Stay!!!! Excellent Location

Check-in was disastrous, but the rest of the stay was fine. Carlos was exceptional!!!
douglas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay at the moxie hanging out in Santa Barbara's cool beachfront weather was a relief from the heat of LA
Paul, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff and great area for coffee, wine and exploration
Stephanie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Jan, 7-night trip

2/10 Poor

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.
Jordan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Michelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The decor was unique
Monica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Heather, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Christopher, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

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.
Thach, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Considering location and price expected much more. Staff unhelpful nor customer oriented. Parking at $35/night without describing why - resort fees, pool, accessories nothing
Robert, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

In room we saw spiders. Also their didn't clean up the room.
victoriano, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

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.
Jaspar, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Welcome drinks and open kitchen for Publix use was a very nice touch, unfortunately weather was too chilly to use the nice outside amenities. Lots of breweries/winery within walking distance including some great restaurants. Hotel was very nicely designed and simple with a great ambiance, however prepare to use lots of towels (plenty for 2 provided)for the floor once someone takes a shower if you like it dry (think bathrooms in Japan). It was a great place for a weekend getaway, front desk staff were super friendly and accommodating. The night desk gentleman was stern to be quiet when we did walk in a little drunk late at night but I'm sure the other guests appreciated it haha. Would def recommend and come back when I have the chance.
Simon, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Great location, but not great value for the price

This is a cute spot in a great location, but it is, in my opinion, very over priced for the value. Service was excellent, staff was great.They tell you on check in that the rooms are "European style" & "Cozy" and I'm sure they do this because people have complained. They are small room, not bad but small and boutique feeling. The bathrooms are crazy small, the shower and toilet share space and you flip a little glass door open to cover the toilet when showering. I could not turn around in the shower without the shower curtain catching me and then clinging to me... not my favorite. Very much like an RV shower in terms of space. Don't even dream of reaching all the way down to wash your feet. Additionally our room was on the freeway side and was INCREDIBLY loud with freeway directly outside of our window, all night noise. Bathroom door is glass and when my wife got up earlier than me to shower I was up too because the light from that door shines right at you in bed. Great walking area close by. The price is why I would not stay again. I might for around half the price per night if I wanted to stay on more of a budget night with less of a room, but it was WAY overpriced for what I felt we got. I found myself wishing we had chosen a different hotel.
Jeff, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jason, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Diego, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Alejandra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Anabel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

charlotte, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Alison, 2-night trip