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La Playa Inn

2.5 star property

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Front of property – evening/night
Staircase
Exterior
Breakfast area
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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116 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(80 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(55 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | View from room

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Patio

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Patio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Located in Santa Barbara (Santa Barbara Beach), La Playa Inn is a 4-minute walk from Santa Barbara City College and 13 minutes by foot from Stearns Wharf. .This hotel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Santa Barbara County Courthouse and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • West Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 12 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eli Luria Library - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room - ‬10 min walk

About this property

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 39-inch LED televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Make yourself at home in one of the 38 air-conditioned rooms featuring LED televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2020
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 39-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

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

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Days Inn Wyndham Santa Barbara Hotel

Days Inn Wyndham Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Days Inn

La Playa Inn Hotel

La Playa Inn Santa Barbara

La Playa Inn Hotel Santa Barbara

Days Inn by Wyndham Santa Barbara

La Playa Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 826 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 1001 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just completed my one night stay at La Playa Inn. The staff was super friendly. Room was clean and spacious, bed comfy and everything looks to be recently renovated. Parking was easy as well. I’ll definitely be back in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shiran

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Melchorita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, Rodolfo was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Very clean and comfy room. Room aesthetics are cute too. L
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is so cute, super friendly staffs and location is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff. Quiet room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sancho

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was spotless, staff was friendly, location is convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Steve

Good
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

michael, N Kingstown

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and bed was comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room lots of space. Bed was very comfortable. Had everything I needed. And you can’t beat the location. Great value.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Yiying

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Zack

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel facility was clean and well maintained. I was surprised what a wonderful environment it was; give the very reasonable price. The staff was courteous, friendly and helpful. I would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jun

The hotel is very clean, and the staff are friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linsay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kassandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is walking distance to the beach. The environment felt very clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sam, Roswell

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall, a nice property that is well-maintained, featuring a spotless interior and modern decor. The staff are friendly, attentive, and eager to assist guests with their needs.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff! The room was beautiful and super clean! The bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine, El Dorado Hills

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Eddie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Iryna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hotel! A lovely interior with great attention to detail, very clean and comfortable. The location is excellent everything is close by. The staff is friendly and welcoming, which makes the stay even more enjoyable. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026