Consider a stay at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown and take advantage of a poolside bar, a grocery/convenience store, and a firepit. The on-site Mediterranean cuisine restaurant, Saint Remy, offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Oak Park, a neighborhood in Santa Barbara, is home to Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown. Santa Barbara Zoo is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor are worth checking out. Santa Barbara Natural History Museum and Earl Warren Showgrounds are also worth visiting. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
1601 State St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
What's nearby
Santa Barbara County Courthouse
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Mission Santa Barbara
18 min walk - 1.6 km
Arlington Theater
7 min walk - 0.6 km
Granada Theatre
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Santa Barbara Museum of Art
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Santa Barbara Station
8 min drive
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
12 min drive
Restaurants
Santa Barbara Public Market
7 min walk
Corazon Cocina
8 min walk
Mission Street Ice Cream and Yogurt - Featuring McConnell's Fine Ice Creams
10 min walk
Seoulmate Kitchen
8 min walk
CAJÉ
6 min walk
About this property
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
Hotel near Santa Barbara Bowl
Consider a stay at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown and take advantage of a poolside bar, a grocery/convenience store, and a firepit. The on-site Mediterranean cuisine restaurant, Saint Remy, offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks like:
An outdoor pool
Full breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
A water dispenser, an elevator, and outdoor furniture
Smoke-free premises and a 24-hour front desk
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 122 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra amenities include:
Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown?
As of 23 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown on 1 November 2026 start from AED 856, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for USD 30 per day.
What time is check-in at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown located?
Located in Oak Park, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Alameda Park and Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Arlington Theater and Alice Keck Memorial Garden are also within 10 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 29 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown Reviews
8.8
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
It's an older property but has been renovated. It's got a 50's motel vibe. Nice inside courtyard with the pool and hot but in the middle with a bar. Rooms are decent. Centrally located.
Very clean and quiet stay for us. The property is newly renovated and has a nice atmosphere. The room was large although could have helped if they had a sofa bed in the room. Coffee station at the lobby was great and there is a pool bar. But no onsite restaurant. The area around the hotel is quiet and clean. Loved our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Sara
1 March 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and lovely setting in the heart of Santa Barbara. Rooms were comfortable and staff was excellent.
Everything was just perfect for our wedding anniversary stay. They even upgraded our room for us looking at the pool..Alisa was her name or Ashley can’t remember but she so so helpful and very sweet
Thank you for a wonderful and restful few days
The hotel is fantastic! However, the hospitality leaves much to be desired. The check-in process was excellent, and the reception staff were very friendly and helpful. In contrast, the checkout experience was quite poor. I slipped and fell near the reception area and pool; although there was a wet floor sign, I believe the receptionist noticed my fall but didn't come out to check on my well-being. Witnesses to the incident were genuinely concerned and inquired if I was alright. I approached the reception to inform the receptionist that the sign should be relocated to where the wet floor was, and I mentioned that I had slipped and fallen. Her response was simply that the sign was in place, showing no concern whatsoever. And for that reason I don’t recommend this location.
ELECTRICITY WENT OUT IN HALF THE ROOM. MAINTENANCE HAD TO TURN BREAKER BACK ON. WIFI SERVICE VERY SPOTTY. TOWELS WERE NEVER AVAILABLE AT THE POOL. OTHER THAN THESE ISSUES, THE STAY WAS PLEASANT. THE LOCATION WAS CENTRAL AND GREAT. STAF WAS FRIENDLY.
Love this place! Have stayed here twice ... it's a terrific combination of location, comfort, amenities, unique/fun feel -- and PRICE. I haven't found another hotel that's this good at this price in the area.
Very convenient location, property is well maintained and clean. Great stay!
The staff were very friendly and helpful (except the man who checked us out).