- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
- Elevator
About this property
Central Location: Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels, is located in Santa Barbara city center, offering a convenient base for exploring the area. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, a terrace, restaurant, bar, and complimentary bicycles. Additional amenities include private check-in and check-out, a elevator, concierge service, and yoga classes. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature family rooms, full-day security, and bicycle parking. The hotel provides express check-in and check-out services, ensuring a smooth arrival and departure. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves American and Mexican cuisines with brunch, lunch, dinner, and cocktails. Outdoor seating areas enhance the dining experience. Nearby Attractions: West Beach is a 12-minute walk away, while Santa Barbara Museum of Art lies 0.6 mi from the hotel. Other points of interest include Amtrack Station Santa Barbara (0.8 mi) and Granada Theater (13-minute walk). Santa Barbara Airport is 9.9 mi distant.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Bar
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Restaurants
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Modern
- CuisineMexican
- Open forDinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceTraditional • Modern
Amenities of Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Most popular amenities
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Bar
House rules
Child policies
Children over 17 are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.




The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A damage deposit of $200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.