The Hyatt Centric Santa Barbara is housed in a historic Spanish Colonial building, maintaining the property’s connection to the past while updating the interiors for modern travelers. The hotel was constructed in the 1930s with white stucco walls and red tile roofs directly across Cabrillo Boulevard from East Beach. The colonial style continues indoors where public spaces are decorated with wrought-iron chandeliers, Spanish tiles and vintage black-and-white photos.
Private accommodations are outfitted with flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, Keurig coffeemakers, and of course, the plush beds for which the Hyatt brand is known. Guests have the choice of rooms with one king, one queen or two queen beds and can upgrade to lodgings with private balconies facing the ocean or mountains. Oceanfront suites have bedrooms separated from the living areas that are spacious enough to entertain en suite and are equipped with Bose surround sound. Families can spread out in the Santa Barbara Houses located on a residential street near the lobby with a private parking lot.
Guests have access to the 24-hour fitness center which looks out at the Pacific Ocean and also offers headphones, chilled water and towels. Those looking for a seaside sweat session can jog on the nearby trails or rent bicycles from the concierge. The pooldeck features an oceanfront pool, open year-round, a hot tub and poolside bar. Open until 11 p.m. most nights, Mar Vista serves tapas, cocktails and local craft beers, making it the perfect place to unwind after a day in the sun. The Spanish-inspired Marbella Restaurant serves tapas and seafood with the option to dine indoors or on the waterfront terrace.
Guests only have to walk for five minutes to reach the Santa Barbara Zoo while Santa Barbara Downtown is 10 minutes away by car. The hotel is one and a half miles from Stearns Wharf and three miles from the Santa Barbara Museum of Art.
Amenities
General
Bar
Newspaper / magazines
Gym / fitness center
Hot Tub / Jacuzzi
Outdoor pool
Pool bar
Pet-friendly
100% smoke-free
Services
24-hour front desk
24-hour room service
Concierge service
Currency exchange / ATM
Express check-in / checkout
Laundry / dry cleaning
Safe in reception (fees apply)
Business center
Room amenities
Air-conditioning
Coffee / tea-making facilities
Iron and ironing board
Safe
Flatscreen TV
iPod/iPhone docking station
Internet
Complimentary Wi-Fi in guest rooms
Complimentary Wi-Fi in public areas
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair-dryer
Luxury toiletries
Parking
Valet service (fees apply)
Policies
Check-in: Standard Time is 4pm.
Checkout: Standard Time is 12pm.
Pets: Pets allowed
Cancellation: Cancellation policy & booking conditions vary by 'rate plan'. These will be displayed on the payment page after you have searched for your dates and selected a rate.
Additional details: Pets allowed Check-in time starts at 4pm Check-out time is 12pm
Know Before You Go
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Fees
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Breakfast fee: between USD 10 and USD 23 for adults, USD 10 and USD 19 for children (approximately)
Valet parking fee: USD 32 per night (in/out privileges)
Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Rates may vary by date, are subject to availability and are not guaranteed until your purchase is complete.
The room rates listed are for double occupancy per room unless otherwise stated and exclude tax recovery charges and service fees.
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*Unless otherwise stated, Travelzoo-exclusive extras are valid once per stay (based on two adults sharing). Value is an estimate based on double occupancy. Extras are only included with Member Rates and may not be available on all dates. Extras are non-transferable and have no cash value. Total value may vary depending on time of booking and availability. When included, breakfast may be limited to 2 guests per stay subject to hotel’s discretion. Other restrictions may apply; see our T&Cs for details.
Please note: Some amenities and services may not be available in all rooms or may incur an additional charge. All prices stated have been verified at the time of publication and may vary at the discretion of the hotel.
The very friendly and helpful staff. Also staff would always smile and say hello and ask if we needed any help.
Other Comments
Hotel was run very well and the staff went out of their way to help and make sure our stay was pleasurable.
Jane08. Mar 2018West Hempstead, USA
Enjoyed Most
Ocean view is worth the upgrade!
Other Comments
The same menu at the pool bar is available in the restaurant. We waited 10 minutes and were not helped so we left and went into the restaurant. Housekeeping didn't come to clean the room until we returned at 2pm. We weren't happy to have to leave the room after our day at the zoo. Park on the street so you don't have to pay for valet. Walk to the zoo, you won't have to pay the $8 parking,, it's around the corner.
Walk across the street to the beach. Drove to the wharf, the first 90 mins are free to park.
Shannon22. Feb 2018Carson, USA
Enjoyed Most
Ocean view
Other Comments
Great staff
Dennis15. Feb 2018San Dimas, USA
Enjoyed Most
the location
Other Comments
The bed was too soft. I upgraded to an oceanview room but there was contruction across the street so kind of spoiled the view.
wei14. Feb 2018Fullerton, USA
Enjoyed Most
The beautiful location
Breakfast buffet delicious
Staff was great. Very personable nice genuine smiles
Wende07. Feb 2018Pasadena, USA
Enjoyed Most
Location
Other Comments
The room
Howard03. Feb 2018Alta Loma, USA
Enjoyed Most
the nice big room and great location and breakfast
Other Comments
WE forgot the certificate and it was not easy getting it on the phone but
travel zoo was outstanding in emailing it to us