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EXPRESS Start™ Breakfast
The real breakfast of champions? The kind that’s complimentary and waiting for you every morning. We’ve got a whole buffet full of offerings ready to help kick start your day.
EXPRESS ESSENTIALS
We’re big on the little things. Like Wi-Fi, coffee and tea, and all the in-room conveniences that make you feel right at home, even when you’re away.
EXPRESS RECHARGE
Power up while you power down. Bedside outlets, a plush duvet, your pick of pillows, and a quiet place to settle in means you’ll get some solid shut-eye.
Explore Our Hotel
Enjoy Our Santa Barbara Hotel's Historic Charm
Classic California Spanish Revival touches enhance the Holiday Inn Express® Santa Barbara’s historic feel. Our Historic Landmark property, also known as the Hotel Virginia, was built in 1917 and features Malibu and Catalina tile-work, exposed brick walls, and wrought-iron railings.
With our convenient, downtown Santa Barbara location, the sights and sounds of the city are just steps away. Quietly charming, Santa Barbara boasts stunning Spanish architecture at sites like the Santa Barbara Courthouse. The beach and Stearns Wharf are only a few blocks from the hotel, while the Santa Barbara Zoo is about two miles away. Remember to see the Santa Barbara Mission, known as the "Queen of the Missions."
With free Wi-Fi, a Business Center, and easy access to major area employers, such as the County of Santa Barbara, University of California, SONOS, Lockheed Martin, and ExxonMobil; corporate travelers find this hotel the perfect choice.
Modern conveniences merge with historical touches to create a unique feel, and Santa Barbara vacations are made easy with amenities like the daily, complimentary Express Start Breakfast Bar, bike rentals, and Key 2 Fitness gym access. Our second-level balcony entices guests to relax while enjoying spectacular views of the city. Our comfortable, spacious guest rooms feature triple-sheeted beds, HD TVs, and more. Call us today and join us in the heart of Santa Barbara!
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Guest Rooms
Boasting classic California Spanish Revival decor, each Santa Barbara hotel room offers a unique stay. Some rooms feature the original exposed brick, creating an historic ambiance, but each room features modern perks like free Wi-Fi access, a 32-inch flat panel TV, a microwave and a mini fridge.
Room Features
Sleep
- Black-out Shades
- Rollaway Bed/Cot Available
- Crib Available
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Separate Hanging Closet
- In-Room Heating and A/C Controls
- Extra Bedding Available
Bathroom/Personal Care
- Private Bathroom
- Bathroom Amenities Available
- Hair Dryer
- Bathtub
- Separate/Walk-in Shower
In-Room Features
- Mini Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Coffee Maker
- Flat-screen TV
- iPod Docking Station with Clock Radio
- Work Desk with Lamp
- Desk-level Electrical Outlet
- Free Local Calls
- Cable/Satellite
- Premium Channels
- CD Player
- Stereo/Radio
- Direct-dial Phone
- Phone with Voicemail
- 120DC
- 120AC
- Complimentary Morning Newspaper
- Windows Open by Guest
Added Value
- Complimentary Coffee/Tea Supplies
Eat & Drink
Eat & Drink
Overlooking Santa Barbara, the outdoor balcony offers a quiet oasis for enjoying a hot cup of coffee and a cinnamon roll from the free Express Start Breakfast Bar. The expanded buffet includes biscuits and gravy, eggs, bacon, cereal and various pastries.
- Full Breakfast Included
- Breakfast Buffet Included
- Continental Breakfast Included
- Complimentary Coffee in Lobby
- Off-site Restaurant Delivery Available
- Room Service Available from 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Connect
Business Services
- On-Site Business Center
- Printer
- Copier
- Office supplies available
Internet Access
- Free High-Speed Internet in all Rooms
- Wireless Internet service is free for all IHG® Rewards Club members
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Housekeeping & Laundry
- Daily Housekeeping
Added Value
- Concierge Services
- Wake Up Calls
Hotel Details
17 W. Haley Street
Santa Barbara, California 93101-3428
United States
Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Parking + -
- Daily Parking: 16 USD
- Daily Valet Parking:0 USD
Accessibility + -
- Public Entrance
- Guest Rooms
- Elevators
- Public Restrooms
- Registration Desk
- Business Center
- Number of Accessible Meeting Rooms: 0
Accessible Hotel Areas
- Registration Area
- Accessible Guest Rooms
- Business Center
- Exercise Facility
Hotel Areas with Accessible Routes from Accessible Public Entrance
- Accessible Self Parking
- Van Accessible Self Parking
- Portable Bathtub Seats
- Closed Caption TVs
- Telephone with TDD
- Visual Alarm/Alert in Guest Rooms
- Visual Alarm/Alert in Public Spaces
- Communication Kits with Visual Alarms
Provided by Hotel
Pet Policy + -
- Pets Allowed
- Service Animals Allowed
- Pet Walking Area On-site
- Pet Deposit per Stay: 45 USD
- There is a 2 pet max per room. Pets must be declared to avoid extra fees and must not be left unattended in room. Only service animals are allowed in food areas. Pets must be on leash outside. 45 dollars per stay pet fee.
Facility + -
- Number of Floors: 3
- Total Number of Rooms: 61
- Number of Non-Smoking Rooms: 61
- Number of Accessible Rooms: 4
Languages + -
Languages Spoken by Staff
- Chinese
- English
- Spanish
Credit Cards + -
- American Express
- Visa
- MasterCard
- Diners Club
- Carte Blanche
- JCB
- Discover
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