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- Hotel has 45 rooms
- Hotel has 3 floors
- Check in time: 3:00PM
- Check out time: 11:00AM
- Group booking rating of 10.0/10
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Room types
Local attractions
Drift is located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara on State Street, an expansive promenade filled with restaurants, entertainment, and shops. It's also a breezy, 10-minute stroll from the Santa Barbara pier and beautiful California beaches.
Landmarks and Location of Drift Santa Barbara
Property description
Escape to Drift Santa Barbara, where the laid back, indoor/outdoor lifestyle of Santa Barbara fills our 45-room boutique hotel with an easy breeziness, combining classic California design with Drift's modern aesthetic.Drift has accommodations for travelers of every kind, from the two-person Bunk all the way to the expansive rooftop Drift Penthouse. In addition to rooms, Drift's on-site coffee shop, Dawn, is inspired by SoCal's vintage surf culture, and serves drip coffee, espresso-based classics, and a selection of grab-n-go items and locally made pastries.Drift's on-site bar, Dusk, draws on our rich Mexican heritage, and serves beer, handcrafted cocktails, and a Baja-inspired raw bar. Drift is located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara on State Street, an expansive car-free promenade filled with restaurants, entertainment, shops. It's also a breezy, 10-minute stroll from the Santa Barbara pier and beautiful California beaches.Property amenities:- Modern and minimal rooms with curated handmade amenities- Rooms with views of the city, mountains, and State Street- Premium rooms with city and mountain views, lounge areas, and private balconies- A 15-minute drive from Santa Barbara Airport and about 2 hours from LAX- Located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, on State Street- On-site cafe, Dawn, serves drip coffee, cold brews, espresso, and other classics- On-site bar, Dusk, serves craft cocktails and Baja-inspired small bites- Outdoor seating at Dawn and Dusk to capture the vibrancy of State Street
Details / Other expenses
| Check-in: | 3:00PM |
| Check-out: | 11:00AM |
| Year of last renovation: | 2023 |
| Floors: | 3 |
| Rooms: | 45 |
| Corridors: | All rooms have interior hallways |
| Non-smoking rooms: | 45 |
| Rooms with disabled access: | |
| Rooms with one bed: | 45 |
| Suites: | 1 |
| Room windows: | Windows don't open |
| Cleaning frequency: | As Needed |
| Meeting rooms: | 1 View spaces |
| Meeting space: | 2600 sq. feet |
| Event space: | Holds 300 people |
| Dist. to food/bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: | 0.3 Miles |
| Dist. to the nearest gym: | 0.3 Miles |
| Lounge/Bar hours: | 3pm-10pm |
| Ownership: | TMC Hospitality |
Policies / Expenses
| Typical group deposit: | 50 |
| Total taxes: | 14.20% |
| Total misc. fees: | £0.00 GBP (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
Amenities / Features
- Beach access: Close to beach
- Central location
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Express Check-Out
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Internet - wireless
- Free WiFi Internet
- Licensed bar
- Non-smoking rooms
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant
- Safe in rooms
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- TV room
Airport & shuttle information
15-minute drive from Santa Barbara Airport and about 2 hours from LAX
Local shuttle info: NA
Breakfast information
If you’re up with the sun, grab coffee and pastries at Dawn before heading to the beach for a morning session. Feel free to stay a while and set up shop at one of our many workspaces. Dawn serves drip coffee, espresso-based classics, and a selection of breakfast foods and pastries.
Pet friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Sorry but pets are not allowed.Parking information
Parking is located at 18 E Haley St, right around the corner from the hotel (directly behind the beer garden). Guest will have to download the PayByPhone app on their cellphones prior to parking. Follow the instructions on the app.Guests should enter 24 hours for one night, 48 hours for two nights, 72 hours for three nights, etc. Guests will have in and out privileges.EV charging is available but guests need to bring their own plug to connect to the charger.Make sure to remember your lot code number as this is the code that will grant the $20 overnight rate.
Internet/Wi-Fi
Complimentary high speed wifi
Cleaning policies
We provide housekeeping by request only
Suggested AI generated itinerary
- Breakfast: Dawn Patrol Coffee - A cosy spot for artisan coffee and pastries, 0.5 miles from Drift Santa Barbara.
- Lunch: The Lark Santa Barbara - Offers farm-to-table New American cuisine in a stylish setting, 1.2 miles from Drift Santa Barbara.
- Dinner: Loquita Santa Barbara - A lively spot for Spanish tapas and paellas, 1.3 miles from Drift Santa Barbara.
- Activity: Santa Barbara Zoo - Explore a variety of animals in beautifully landscaped settings, 2 miles from Drift Santa Barbara.
- Breakfast: Handlebar Coffee Roasters - A local favourite for freshly roasted coffee and light bites, 0.6 miles from Drift Santa Barbara.
- Lunch: Mesa Verde Restaurant - Creative plant-based cuisine in a relaxed, modern setting, 2.4 miles from Drift Santa Barbara.
- Dinner: Toma Restaurant & Bar - Italian and Mediterranean dishes with a waterfront view, 1 mile from Drift Santa Barbara.
- Activity: Santa Barbara Botanic Garden - Enjoy native plants and serene walking paths, 3.5 miles from Drift Santa Barbara.
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Seasonality and Projections at Drift Santa Barbara
This chart illustrates fluctuations of sleeping room prices for both group quotes and the best online individual traveler prices we could find at the time the group/meeting bid was entered. The lowest group or meeting displayed is 9.8% in the month of May 2024 and the highest average individual rate is $531 in the month of October 2024. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Drift Santa Barbara in a month when rates are lower.
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Meeting rooms and event rooms at Drift Santa Barbara
Below are the meeting, conference and event spaces at Drift Santa Barbara.
Feel free to use the Drift Santa Barbara meeting space capacities chart below to help with your event planning. HotelPlanner specialises in Santa Barbara event planning for hotel rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, as well as negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting room name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sq ft) | Event 5'/6  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theatre | Reception | Regist. desk  |
| Galeria | 113 x 17 x 10 | 2200 | --/-- | -- | 40 | 23 | 27 | 30 | --/-- | 90 | 70 | -- |
Close this GaleriaProviding 2,200 sq ft of historical State Street space for ceremonies, receptions, meetings, private dinners, and events of all kinds.HIGHLIGHTS- Indoor/outdoor with natural light- 200 standing, 70 seated reception- Dusk Bar F&B service- Outside FOOD catering allowed- 528 State St, Santa Barbara Room type: General Meeting Room Total size: 2200 Sq. Miles Dimensions: 113 x 17 x 10 Ft Floor level: Ground level Power outlets: 8 Columns: 0 Windows: 3 Is there natural light? Yes Are there obstructions? No Are there built in screens? Yes Is there a built in stage? No Is there built in A/V? No Amenities available
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FAQs about Drift Santa Barbara a Member of Design Hotels
What time is check in?
Check in time is 3:00PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11:00AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Drift Santa Barbara a Member of Design Hotels have?
There are 45 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at Drift Santa Barbara a Member of Design Hotels?
Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Drift Santa Barbara a Member of Design Hotels?
If you’re up with the sun, grab coffee and pastries at Dawn before heading to the beach for a morning session. Feel free to stay a while and set up shop at one of our many workspaces. Dawn serves drip coffee, espresso-based classics, and a selection of breakfast foods and pastries.
What parking is available at Drift Santa Barbara a Member of Design Hotels?
Parking is located at 18 E Haley St, right around the corner from the hotel (directly behind the beer garden). Guest will have to download the PayByPhone app on their cellphones prior to parking. Follow the instructions on the app.Guests should enter 24 hours for one night, 48 hours for two nights, 72 hours for three nights, etc. Guests will have in and out privileges.EV charging is available but guests need to bring their own plug to connect to the charger.Make sure to remember your lot code number as this is the code that will grant the $20 overnight rate.
How much does internet cost?
Complimentary high speed wifi
Can I get a AAA rate at Drift Santa Barbara a Member of Design Hotels?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Drift Santa Barbara a Member of Design Hotels?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
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