7.2 Good Based on 247 reviews
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"Heated pools and jacuzzis remain open into the night across this former hacienda estate. Lush gardens surround the multi-building property, which sits 15 minutes from downtown. Best for road-trippers, less so for anyone requiring streamlined parking."

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Check-out
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Why guests choose The Steward, Santa Barbara, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

  • Spacious Suites
    Separate living areas
  • Beachside Café
    Signature clam chowder
  • Heated Pool
    Open all year
  • Complimentary Yoga
    Weekly sessions
  • Complimentary Parking
    First-come, first-served
  • Airport Proximity
    5-min drive from SBA

Overview

The 4-star The Steward, Santa Barbara, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel Goleta is located near the beach district of Goleta, about 5 minutes by foot from Saint Raphael's Church. Located near a boat dock, the hotel offers a heated swimming pool and Jacuzzis and a hot tub.

Situated in a garden, the non-smoking hotel is 1.6 miles from Goleta Public Beach Park. Located in the entertainment area, the Steward, Santa Barbara, A Tribute Portfolio Goleta is approximately 20 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara. Sawp Meet Security Flea Market. Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Armitos Park, located merely 0.6 miles away. UCSB Lagoon is situated around 10 minutes' drive from the accommodation. For those traveling from afar, Santa Barbara airport is 20 minutes' drive away.

There are 87 rooms at the Steward, Santa Barbara, A Tribute Portfolio, each of them has ironing facilities and an air conditioner, as well as entertainment amenities such as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Fitted with a mini fridge bar and coffee/tea making machines, the rooms also come with a writing table and a couch bed. The separate bathrooms are appointed with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet along with a hairdryer and bath sheets. Guests can enjoy rooms with views of the pool.

The Steward, Santa Barbara, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers a complimentary vegetarian breakfast served daily. Terra restaurant of the Goleta hotel serves Mediterranean cuisine. The lounge bar provides you with a place to unwind.

  • Check-in
    from 16:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 11:00
  • Hotel class
    4 stars
The Steward, Santa Barbara, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Our tips

Should you book The Steward, Santa Barbara, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Perfect if you
  • Want a suite that includes a sofa bed and a refrigerator.
  • Need to be near Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, just a 5-minute drive away.
  • Prefer private parking available at the hotel.
Maybe skip if you
  • Prefer a downtown Santa Barbara location, as the hotel is 8 miles from Central Santa Barbara.
Best for
  • The on-site restaurant Terra serving American, Mediterranean, and Local cuisine for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cocktails.
  • The outdoor heated pool and hot tub set in a garden.

Facilities of The Steward

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • On-site car park
  • Handicap parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Luggage storage
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
Dining
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus
Leisure & Sports
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Jacuzzi
  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Bowling
  • Yoga class
  • Fishing
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
The Steward Guest Services
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Happy hour
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Children's play area
  • Parquet floor

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The Steward, Santa Barbara, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 16:00 until 23:59
Check-out
until 11:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cribs provided in a room.

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