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Villa Rosa Inn

3.0 star property

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Exterior
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Courtyard
Point of interest
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services

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15 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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1K

1K

7.0 out of 10
Good
(40 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2Q

2Q

7.2 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Apartment King | Balcony view

Studio Apartment King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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One bedroom Apartment King Queen

One bedroom Apartment King Queen

  • Partial ocean view
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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One bedroom Apartment King Twin

One bedroom Apartment King Twin

  • Partial ocean view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

King Studio Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Twin Studio Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Two Bedroom King + 2 Queen

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Queen Twin Loft Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

One Bedroom Apartment King Queen

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

King Twin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

King Spa

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Santa Barbara

With a stay at Villa Rosa Inn in Santa Barbara (Santa Barbara Beach), you'll be a 4-minute walk from MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and a 4-minute drive from Santa Barbara County Courthouse. .This hotel is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Cabrillo Bike Path.

What's nearby

  • West Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 6 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rudy's Mexican Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Villa Rosa Inn

Villa Rosa Inn offers 18 accommodations with bathrobes and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 18 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The property charges USD 28.50 for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 40.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 40.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 28.50

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Rosa Inn
Villa Rosa Inn Hotel
Villa Rosa Inn
Villa Rosa Inn Santa Barbara
Villa Rosa Santa Barbara
Villa Rosa Hotel Santa Barbara
Villa Rosa Inn Santa Barbara
Villa Rosa Inn Hotel Santa Barbara

Villa Rosa Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 375 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 124 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 120 out of 1005 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Eleanor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was located in a great place but that’s the best part of this review. Unfortunately, when we arrived at 3pm (as directed) the hotel was under staff with only one person and a line ten groups deep. Rooms were not ready and not enough staff to service the line of guests. The reception area was cluttered with so much random stuff that there wasn’t much seating or standing area. There was an aquarium with dead fish and a lot eclectic furniture. The interior is dark and dingy with reflections of the haunted mansion. The staffing did their best to check everyone in, be we didn’t get our room till 6:30pm. The room was clean but not really comfortable. There so much that needs be updated just to bring the hotel into the 2000s. I couldn’t recommend this unless you are in a pinch. It was definitely a disappointment.
Tight hallways with too much furniture.
Weird,
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Tamer

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was extremely disappointed with my stay at this Inn. The rooms felt very neglected and poorly maintained, and the property overall looks old and worn. The bathroom had visible mold on the walls, which is unacceptable and concerning from a health standpoint. Noise was a constant issue. There was very loud noise coming from neighboring rooms and from above, especially whenever someone used the shower. The pipes made an extremely loud noise for the entire duration of the water running, making it difficult to rest or sleep. Front desk service was also lacking. After 6 PM, there was no staff available—only a note instructing guests to call a number. I tried calling and left messages, but no one ever answered or returned the calls. Although the Inn advertises free breakfast, the quality was very poor. The food selection was bad, and on one occasion there was so much smoke coming from the waffle station that it felt like a fire was about to start, which was alarming. I stayed for three nights, and during that time there was no room service at all. Trash was never collected, and the room was not attended to in any way. Overall, this stay did not come close to justifying the amount of money charged. The lack of maintenance, service, cleanliness, and responsiveness made this a very disappointing experience. I would not recommend this Inn based on my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Eleanor

We weren’t able to check in until 6:30. The room wasn’t available and the poor staff was unsupported. There was only one person available to check everyone in at 3pm when we were told to come. There was a line 10 people deep. The hotel has the most eclectic and weirdest interiors. There isn’t enough parking for guests, and rental bikes as listed in on site. Have low expectations and it’s a place to lay your head, then you’re fine. The location is great but I can’t say much more.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Grace

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
The hotel is great unique and with an antique Spanish flair however they could probably think about better use of space because it’s too cluttered. The rooms are clean it’s just that the sheets are a bit smelly and scratchy. Parking is limited too but considering the area it is a good option.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Petr

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad service (no receptionist for hours during work hours), bad rooms (no heating in December). Avoid!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jing

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although very busy the staff was so helpful. Went above and beyond.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Meenakshisundaram

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was dirty. Toilet door donot have a lock. Toilet paper holder was missing. Need to carry the toilet roll in your end. Shower area is 2 ft away from the bed and is part of the room with no separate bathroom. Hotel has only about 10 parking slots for 40+ rooms. Breakfast option is very less and unhealthy. Waffle machine is so dirty that you will not feel good to make a waffle. In short, do not book & stay at this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location is great! The property is quaint and funky. I had spied it when walking around one month ago and jumped at a chance to stay a couple of nights. The downside was the loud plumbing, weak shower water pressure, and the breakfast did not have any fresh fruit or protein, just sugary items.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kerry

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

sreedhar

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Extremely charming, lovely, with unusual ambiance. Rooms are a bit mildewy and basic.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

kacie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
We stayed at the multi-bed cottage with a full kitchen for 2 nights, one night being Thanksgiving night. We packed dinner thinking restaurants might be closed and meant to take advantage of the kitchen. Upon arrival, the floor looked like it was not swept so we were already having low expectations for the rest of the room. It was clean for the most part but the toilet seat needed to be replaced (stains and loose bolt) and one of the couches smelled like a wet towel if you sat in it. In their defense, this was a pet friendly hotel so we didn’t expect it to be luxurious. One other complaint was the lack of things in the kitchen. There were no cups, just 2 mugs that were different. I think 1 small pot and a bunch of lids to missing pots/pans. The couple dish-ware they provided did not match, and the dish drying rack was gross. Luckily we had packed some disposable plates and utensils to avoid doing dishes. The staff was very friendly though and provided everything we asked for. We were concerned about how cold the room was and they provided a portable heater for the bathroom since the heating units were on the opposite side of the room. The lobby and room for breakfast could use a deep cleaning too but the furniture/decor added to the hotel’s charm. Also note, I peaked into another window of a vacant room in the main building, and that room looked a lot nicer. Maybe just the cottages are not better kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lax

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, excellent. You feel home. Staff r extremely helpful. If I visit Santa Barbara again this is place to stay. Also thank you for free wine.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denis, ..

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great historic hotel, lots of interesting unique decor items, gorgeous courtyard with pool and hot tub. The owner was super nice. Great location, just steps away from the wharf.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good: cute, location Bad: mold smell so bad it wakes you up at night even after ventilating the room. Shower with floor to ceiling transparent window on the outdoor. Water flow minimal
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lights for the bathroom are way to bright
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Peter, Bainbridge Island

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Heidi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The bed had hairs everywhere like it wasn’t properly washed, the bath tub was filthy.. had dried leaves and dirt inside it, there was toilet paper in the toilet like someone didn’t clean it or flush, mirror had white toothpaste specks, and the breakfast waffle machine wasn’t cleaned so black burnt pieces kept falling off onto the waffle.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Kristal

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lauren

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
They did not honor the hotels.com price and overcharged our two rooms upon checkin. We requested a refund and have not gotten any feedback. Including the two days while on property, they did not respond in kind to gain our original price in a refund.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Cute decor, comfy bed, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025