7.9 / 10 Guest Rating

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Name: Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Address: 524 State Street, Santa Barbara, us
Rating: 7.9

524 State Street, Santa Barbara, us

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from US$414 / night

About the Property

Luxurious Accommodations
Drift Santa Barbara offers elegant 4-star accommodations with modern amenities. Each unit features a flat-screen TV, and select rooms include a fully equipped kitchen for added convenience.

Convenient Location
Situated just 1.3 km from the city centre and less than 1 km from East Beach, this hotel provides easy access to popular attractions such as West Beach, Antioch College, and Amtrak Station Santa Barbara.

Exceptional Services
Enjoy complimentary WiFi, a concierge service, and access to free bikes during your stay. Indulge in delicious cuisine at the on-site restaurant and unwind with a drink at the bar.

Experience luxury and convenience at Drift Santa Barbara. Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available

Free WiFi

Parking

Non-smoking rooms

Air conditioning

Restaurant

Heating

Terrace

Family rooms

Lift / Elevator

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in

Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.

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Guests

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

3 rates found

1/4

Cozy

The unit has 1 bed.

13 sqm

Sleeps 2

1 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)

Amenities

Telephone

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

03 - City View Cozy (MI - CITY)

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$518.03

$414.42

Includes taxes & fees

1/6

Mountain View Premium

The unit offers 1 bed.

12 sqm

Sleeps 2

1 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)

Amenities

Telephone

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

04 - Mountain View Premium (MI - MTVW)

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$664.19

$531.35

Includes taxes & fees

1/5

State Street View Premium

The unit offers 1 bed.

20 sqm

Sleeps 2

1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)

Amenities

Telephone

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

05 - State Street View Premium (MI - DCTY)

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$664.19

$531.35

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

7.9

Very Good329 verified reviews

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Guests highly rate the great location and frequently praise the helpful staff.

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clarissa

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 12, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

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Kirk

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 12, 2026

"Good"

Good

6.0

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Stonemets

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 9, 2026

"Fun to stay in the heart of down town Santa Barbara but not worth the price."

Good

5.0

Trendy design.

Little to no amenities. No way to get ice or filtered water. Very loud.

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Andrew

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 2, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

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Harriet

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Nov 30, 2025

"Stylish, comfortable stay."

Exceptional

9.0

Great stay. Love the decor, and amenities in the room. Staff were really helpful when we had an issue with the TV. Perfect location.

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Avigail

Verified booking

family_with_children

Standard Room

Stayed in Nov 23, 2025

"Very Good"

Very Good

7.0

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Georgia

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Nov 21, 2025

"Very Good"

Very Good

7.0

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Anna

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family_with_children

Standard Room

Stayed in Nov 20, 2025

"Good"

Good

5.0

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Craig

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solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Nov 18, 2025

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

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Verity

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Nov 17, 2025

"Trendy hotel in the perfect location."

Exceptional

9.0

Perfect location, trendy rooms, the coffee shop and bar were an added bonus. Comfy beds with big tv and good shower.

Our room was quite dark but we didn’t spend tonnes of time in there so was fine.

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Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

About the Property

Facilities & Amenities

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Property Notes

Check Room Availability

Available Rooms

Cozy

Amenities

Mountain View Premium

Amenities

State Street View Premium

Amenities

Guest Reviews

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"Exceptional"

"Good"

"Fun to stay in the heart of down town Santa Barbara but not worth the price."

"Exceptional"

"Stylish, comfortable stay."

"Very Good"

"Very Good"

"Good"

"Exceptional"

"Trendy hotel in the perfect location."