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  • Rooms: 25
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116 Castillo Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Days Inn - Santa Barbara

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2 of 5 stars
Northern California
5 Jun 2007
3/3 found this review helpful

We were driving down to San Diego with our 1-year old daughter and wanted a stop on the way to break up the drive. The Days Inn was satisfactory for that purpose, but the entire time I was wishing I had spent more money and found another place to stay. If you're in Santa Barbara for a vacation, this is not the place to go unless you are limited on funds. I am aware that it is a Days Inn so my expectations weren't that high, but I was still disappointed.

THE GOOD
Location is near the beach.
We were allowed to check in early, which was great because we had our baby with us.
No ants in the room.

THE BAD
Is near the seedy part of State Street. You have to drive to go to the nice part unless you feel like walking for 15-20 minutes.
Is right across from a park where a LOT of homeless people are living either in the cars parked along the street or just scattered around.
We couldn't give our baby a bath because the tub didn't work. By the time we realized that, it was almost her bedtime and not worth the trouble of switching rooms. The management didn't seem to care the next morning.
The curtains were broken and we couldn't shut out the light to make the room dark enough.
Tub was not that clean. Had to buy some Clorox at the 7-11 and scrub it down. Ended up not mattering since the tub didn't work (see above).
"Jacuzzi area" is practically in the parking lot so not ideal, unless you want to relax with everyone watching you.
We were right next to the office and the ice machine so there was quite a bit of noise.
Their cancellation policy is 2 days prior to the check-in date or you are charged for 1 night. If it had been to the day of, we would not have stayed there.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Easy to get out of town
    • Disliked — Location
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jleighs's Summary
Date of Stay: June 2007
Travelled with: Family with young children
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 25-34
Member since: 31 January 2006
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
No way!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, Older Travellers
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Great pool scene, Families with Small Children, Families with Teenagers, tourists
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Shopping, Other
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“Good value, decent hotel for the price”

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4 of 5 stars
Shropshire, England
14 May 2007
1/2 found this review helpful

My friend and I stayed 3 nights here at the end of a road trip around the SW USA, we found it brilliant value, clean and tidy and a great location.

We paid around $140 each for 3 nights in a king size room which was so cheap considering its location a block from the beach. It is a good 10 min walk down to State St but its nice with free parking and the staff were fine although we hardly saw them. The room was pretty spacious and the bed was one of the comfiest ive ever slept in. I seriously slept better here than the previous 6 hotels we stayed in.

No complaints really - although we had some very noisy people staying a few doors down who seemed to be on permanent 'spring break' despite being middle aged, the noise wasnt enough to stop me sleeping much though. This place is pretty typical for a basic chain motel/hotel but given the price and the location it seemed a pretty good deal to us.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — The price and the very comfy beds
    • Disliked — The noise and the lack of a decent pool
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ali2020's Summary
Date of Stay: May 2007
Travelled with: Friends
Visit was for: Quality time with friends
Age group: 25-34
Member since: 25 July 2005
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older Travellers, Families with Small Children, Families with Teenagers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Great pool scene, Families with Small Children, Families with Teenagers, tourists
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Great food / Wine, Shopping
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“A Pleasant Surprise in a lovely city”

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3 of 5 stars
New Jersey
2 May 2007
0/2 found this review helpful

I stayed here for 3 nights - after reading these reviews I was a little nervous. However, the desk staff was extremely pleasant and helpful - English was not the staff's first language- but isn't that what makes this country great? Get with the program , people .

The continental breakfast was much better than other national chains that I have stayed in for more money.

The room was not huge or high fashion - but was absolutely spotless - including the bathroom. Bed linens were clean and crisp every day.

Not too noisy -I think that sounds carry because of the geography. There was more noise from the hotel next door.

Most Importantly - it is a 5 minute walk from the beach!! I would stay there again without hesitateion

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Good Location
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beachbabe127's Summary
Date of Stay: May 2007
Travelled with: Solo traveler
Visit was for: Business
Age group: 50-64
Member since: 08 April 2006
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Most likely
I recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, Girlfriend getaway, Older Travellers, Families with Small Children
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, People with disabilities, Great pool scene, pet owners, Families with Teenagers
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Other
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Average price*: £78 (year-round)
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“Not bad for a Days Inn”

Days Inn - Santa Barbara

10 Feb 2007
1/2 found this review helpful

Good location. Only stayed 2 nights, but easy to get around, ample parking. Free breakfast had more variety than a typical Days Inn. Room was clean, comfortably slept 4 adults. A good place to stay if you plan to spend most of your visit out sightseeing. I would stay again.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Location & price
    • Disliked — shower
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BeatriceNY's Summary
Date of Stay: January 2007
Travelled with: Friends
Visit was for: Quality time with friends
Age group: 18-24
Member since: 06 February 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Most likely
I recommend this hotel for:
Families with Small Children, Families with Teenagers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway
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“Basic and minging bathroom”

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2 of 5 stars
Ascot, United Kingdom
6 Jan 2007
1/2 found this review helpful

Arrived late in Santa Barbara. Very basic room. Bed was not very comfortable and the bathroom was the worst I've ever encountered for the price. It was small and dingy. The saving grace was that it was clean. Pretty what you would expect for a Days Inn motel. On the plus side, it served a complimentary continental breakfast (basic too) and it had free wireless internet access.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — free internet access
    • Disliked — bathroom
    • Any tips/secrets for future travellers? — only stay here if you are desperate
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15may06's Summary
Date of Stay: December 2006
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Other
Age group: 25-34
Member since: 23 February 2006
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Probably not
I recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, People with disabilities, Older Travellers, Families with Small Children, Families with Teenagers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Great pool scene
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites
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Average price*: £78 (year-round)
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Address: 116 Castillo Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101