Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels | Hotel in Santa Barbara

| 8.4 (401 Reviews) |  1 Bathroom
Lower State Hotel | Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Hotel in Lower State, Santa Barbara

Hotel in Santa Barbara with a coffee shop and a bar
Along with a bar/lounge, this smoke-free hotel has a coffee shop/cafe and self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, express check-in, and express check-out are onsite.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels offers 46 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.


The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Wheelchair Accessible
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Bar
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobes
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
  • Premium bedding
  • Individually decorated
  • Safe
  • Individually furnished
Breakfast
  • 1 bar
  • 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • To-go breakfast available for a fee daily 8:00 AM–1:00 PM: USD 5-15 per person
  • Free bottled water
Parking
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 18 per day)
Accessibility
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Activities
  • Bicycle rentals
Entertainment
  • Hulu
  • 43-inch Smart TV
  • Streaming services
  • Netflix
  • Digital channels
General
  • Elevator
  • Spanish
  • English
  • Smoke-free property
Guest Services
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Housekeeping (on request)
Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Policies

Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 pm; check-in end time: anytime contactless check-in available express check-in available minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available express check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. rollaway/extra beds are not available. cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Payment Policy
Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately usd 5 to 15 per person uncovered self parking fee: usd 18 per day the above list may not be comprehensive. fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Cashless transactions are available extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Reviews

Jennice
Nov 5, 2025 09:56:53 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Wonderful place. The hotels of the future. Easy in and out. No formal lobby structure and GREAT lobby welcome. Jo was fabulous. Thoughtful, Helpful and super nice. I can only hope all check-in folks are like her!
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Room (Cozy)
Room Size: m2
1 Queen Bed
Room (Cozy)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Private bathroom, Number of bedrooms - 0, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1
State Street Premium View Room
Room Size: m2
1 King Bed
State Street Premium View Room

General

Number of living rooms 0, Private bathroom, Number of bedrooms - 0, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, City view, Number of bathrooms - 1
Ground floor (Cozy)
Room Size: m2
1 Queen Bed
Ground floor (Cozy)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Private bathroom, Location - ground floor, Number of bedrooms - 0, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1
Premium Room, Mountain View
Room Size: m2
1 Queen Bed
Premium Room, Mountain View

General

Private bathroom, Mountain view, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1
Premium Penthouse (Drift)
Room Size: m2
2 King Beds
Premium Penthouse (Drift)

General

Private bathroom, Furnished balcony or patio, Separate sitting area, Location - top floor, Bed count minimum 2, City view, Number of bathrooms - 1, Bed count maximum 2
Penthouse (Drift)
Room Size: m2
1 King Bed
Penthouse (Drift)

General

Private bathroom, Furnished balcony or patio, Separate sitting area, Location - top floor, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, City view, Number of bathrooms - 1
Room (Bunk Room)
Room Size: m2
2 Double Beds
Room (Bunk Room)

General

Private bathroom, Location - ground floor, Bed count minimum 2, Number of bathrooms - 1, Bed count maximum 2
Premium Room, Balcony, City View
Room Size: m2
1 Queen Bed
Premium Room, Balcony, City View

General

Private bathroom, Balcony, Mountain view, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1
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