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Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
Terrace/patio

Overview of The Waterman

The Waterman

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel with outdoor pool, near Stearns Wharf

8.6/10 Fabulous

754 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

  • Free breakfast
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
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12 E Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Self parking
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Microwave in a common area
For families
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

  • In The Funk Zone
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 1 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 4 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive
  • Upper State Street - 6 min drive
  • University of California, Santa Barbara - 13 min drive
  • Carpinteria State Beach - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive
  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 38 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Station - 3 min walk
  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 13 min drive
  • Goleta Station - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Santa Barbara Roasting Company - 3 min walk
  • Shaker Mill - 5 min walk
  • Santo Mezcal - 4 min walk
  • Funk Zone Patio - 3 min walk
  • Loquita - 3 min walk
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About this property

The Waterman

Located in the entertainment district, The Waterman is a great choice for a stay in Santa Barbara. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, and hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and parasailing are nearby. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. The helpful staff and beach location get good marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Property is disinfected using an electrostatic sprayer
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Follows standard cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Follows industry cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA) and COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Masks and gloves available
Masks are required at the property
Hand sanitizer provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
Individually-wrapped food options available for breakfast
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 31 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 4:00 PM - midnight
  • Express check-out available
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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
  • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets allowed (2 per room)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Restrictions apply*
  • Pets must be supervised

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Uncovered onsite self parking (USD 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
  • Onsite parking limited (max 1 space per unit)

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's games
  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Table tennis
  • Beach nearby
  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2014
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bicycle parking

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (select rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Transfer shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Paper towels

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 35 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per night

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs USD 30 per night with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

The property is cleaned and disinfected using an electrostatic sprayer; disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; masks are required in public areas.

Contactless check-out is available.

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place.

Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA) and COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC).

Policies

<p>Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. </p><p>Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. </p> <p>Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site. </p><p>This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).</p><p>The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. </p><p>This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.</p>

Also known as

Wayfarer Hostel
Wayfarer Hostel Santa Barbara
Wayfarer Santa Barbara
Wayfarer Hotel Santa Barbara
Wayfarer Hotel
The Wayfarer
The Waterman Hotel
The Waterman Santa Barbara
The Waterman Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Does The Waterman offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Waterman does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at The Waterman?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, social distancing measures are in place, and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Is there a pool at The Waterman?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at The Waterman?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 per room. There's a charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Waterman?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 30 per night. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Waterman?
You can check in from 4:00 PM - midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Waterman and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, fishing, and hiking. The Waterman also has an outdoor pool.
What's the area around The Waterman like?
The Waterman is in The Funk Zone, a short 3-minute walk from Santa Barbara Station and 3 minutes' walk from MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.

Reviews

8.6

Fabulous

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.3/10

Amenities

8.9/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

esther, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Amy, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property - very friendly staff, bonus that it's dog friendly. Incredibly walkable to awesome areas of the Funk Zone. Cozy rooms but have everything you need for a few nights.
Michelle, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Chloe, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

This is a well placed hotel, and the staff was nice. However, the cost was really twice as high as it should have been. The rooms are quite small, not even room for a chair, and no bedside tables, plus the extra nightly $30/night parking fee is not reasonable considering the overall price of the room. It is pet friendly, which is nice, for another additional fee of $50/night.
Andrea, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful time. Everything was excellent.
Dawn, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

This hotel is in an excellent location for walking to the pier and shops/restaurants within the Funkzone. The room was clean, however probably the smallest room we've ever stayed in. The staff was excellent. Overall, a bit pricey for the size of the room but you're paying for the location.
Dwayne, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Small but completely appropriate use of space. Fun design Wish bathroom and hall way doors were sealed more on bottom for privacy/noise
michele, 1-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great one night stay. Our room wasn’t ready till about 7 due to some circumstances but we were comped for half of the room. I would have wanted the entire night comped but we
Jonathan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had the most amazing stay! The rooms and entire property are beautiful and modern. The manager, Jean Luc was very hospitable and made sure our stay was perfect. I highly recommend!
jennifer, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review