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Reviews of The Franciscan Hotel 3 stars

109 Bath Street, West Beach, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, United States

#5 of 11 B&Bs and Inns in Santa Barbara

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 972 hotel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    9.1

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  • Reviewed: 27 May 2024

    10
    Loved our stay, quaint, comfortable and clean
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Honestly not a thing. Wish we weren't just passing through and had stayed longer.

    Wonderful Inn. Fantastic accomodations. Very clean in a quiet neighborhood not far from pier. Great little "kitchen" nook. Though we didnt need or use as we were only there one night but would have been nice if we needed. Nespresso machine with coffee for personal use. Great Breakfast. Delicious fresh pastries. Clean and comfortable

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good location, 2 blocks from the beach. Charming and comfortable.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2024

    8.0
    Not a good cost benefit.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The wall in the room didn't look so noise proof. We had hard times with the room next door, but fortunately, they solved for us. The air conditioning in the room should be better. The hotel facilities were good, but breakfast had too little option. Considering all this points and the price paid, I don't feel it's a good deal. They should improve some things in order to charge that much.

    Staff was very good. We had problem with noise in the room next door and they kindly solved for us. They have coffee available and fresh baked cookies everyday which were very nice. Bathroom with good facilities.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Palm Accessible Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Room was large, very comfortable and clean

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    8.0
    It was a comfortable stay a block away from the beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast. Absolutely not great. At least they should offer eggs and nice bread not just some frozen beef patties and egg muffins and sad cereals

    The cleanliness of the room, the amenities, the friendliness of the receptionist, the free flow tea, coffee, fruits and granola bars.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2024

    10
    Amazing!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel is stunning and is in an excellent location, the room was very spacious, comfortable, clean and pleasant, but most importantly - the staff was so nice to us! Especially Benhamin who made sure to give us a perfect welcome. Totally recommend staying at the hotel!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2024

    9.0
    Friendly stay in Santa Barbara
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff were very friendly helping us out with early check in. We hired bikes from the hotel for free and loved the freshly baked cookies that they put out in the afternoon. An easy walk to the Santa Barbara beach front. Would definitely recommend.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing- loved our stay!

    The hotel was beautiful and clean. Our room was spacious and staff went above and beyond to give us information on the area. Breakfast was basic but great for the price- fresh pastries were lovely.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2024

    9.0
    Requirements met perfectly!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked everything but if I was staying for longer than 2/3 nights I’d prefer a hotel with a bar/restaurant

    It was perfectly positioned, nice area! The room was big, modern & clean, comfortable bed too! Fresh cookie in reception were absolutely delicious and staff were nice! Great price too

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    8.0
    Overall great place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed was creaky when only moving around. No room in front of bed. Hit my head on TV almost every time I got up in the night to use restroom. No room for walking in front of the bed. I had to take side steps from one side of the bed to the other. Difficult at night!

    Remodel and location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We would have enjoyed to have breakfast available until a longer time in the morning.

    Room was great, parking was readily available, location is safe and so close to the beach and downtown.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    9.0
    Deluxe rooms are quaint and worth the upgrade. Lovely place.
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It can be pretty noisy between units and on the bottom floors. Unfortunately, the gentleman at registration is professional and efficient but not friendly AT ALL. The evening staff are the complete opposite, super friendly, but during our stay we encountered the unfriendly man mostly and were afraid to even ask him a question. He upgraded my Mom which was very nice, so I hate to complain about him, but we had 3 rooms and he treated each of us the same. At least he’s consistent I guess.

    Great location, very clean, decent parking. Lots of nice outdoor areas to enjoy the weather. Quick safe walk to the beach.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    9.0
    Great place to stay in Santa Barbara
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No negatives - greTmat value accomodation.

    Really clean and modern suite - we were upgraded! The room was in excellent condition, has been very tastefully decorated and is well equipped. The location is great, only a short walk to the beech and close to State Street - the heart of Santa Barbara. After three weeks of travelling , it was useful to have access to a washing machine and tumble dryer. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. Coffee, fruit and biscuits are available all the time. Excellent place to stay in up-market Sant Barbara.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    10
    Wonderful stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff were so kind and helpful. They even upgraded our room for free. We really liked staying here and would definitely recommend. The cookies were so good and location was perfect, really close to the beach.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This property is very well cared for. The rooms are small & basic but very clean. It would have been nice to have a refrigerator in the room. We would use this hotel again. It is very affordable.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Lovely hotel in a great location. Staff were excellent

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing

    Very Clean and close to town

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    8.0
    Will stay again at this property.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Need hooks to hang towels, purse, coat, etc.

    Friendly & attentive staff. Plus, cookies & coffee/tea service upon arrival. The LavAzza coffee machine in the room was awesome!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    9.0
    The receptionist on that day I check in is very nice and generous. He updated my room.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The king size bed has a squeaky sound when I turn around.

    Room is comfortable.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location close to downtown and the beach, quiet area and nice rooms with comfy bed.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Location. Cleanliness. Responsive staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    10
    Great weekend away and the Hotel was amazing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    no issues here

    Spa was wonderful, Staff was excellent, great location, easy to move around.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    8.0
    Close to State Street. Comfortable beds and great bathroom
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hot tub looked dated/univiting

    Close to State Street. Good value for money. Really comfortable bed. Friendly check in and front desk staff were excellent. Great having laundry facilities when doing a road trip!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    10
    Lovely hotel, great staff, short walk into Santa Barbara itself and all the restaurants and shops.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The staff were lovely and very helpful. The building is attractive to look at and we got an upgraded room which was nice. Big bedroom and huge bathroom.

    Stayed in March 2024

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