Moxy Santa Barbara

4.4/5(414 Reviews) rating

3 Star Hotel locationPin

Santa Barbara, California

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About hotel

Welcome to The Waterman, a stylish and affordable hotel located in the charming and lively Funk Zone of Santa Barbara. Our central location makes us the perfect base for exploring all that this vibrant city has to offer. You can take a short 10-minute walk to the iconic Stearns Wharf, or head to the Santa Barbara Harbor just 12 minutes away for a scenic boat ride. The lively Santa Barbara City College and popular concert venue, Santa Barbara Bowl, are also nearby, allowing you endless possibilities for entertainment and adventure. At The Waterman, we offer 31 modern guestrooms that are equipped with luxurious amenities such as microwaves, LCD televisions, and free Wi-Fi. You can choose to stay in and relax in bed with a movie, or stay connected with the outside world. Our shared kitchen offers the perfect spot for flexing your culinary skills, and for quick bites, our snack bar/deli has got you covered. For guests seeking ultimate relaxation and fun, we have an outdoor pool and also offer bicycle rentals for a scenic ride. Our hotel provides complimentary Wi-Fi access and concierge services to enhance your stay. For business travelers, we offer express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. And if you have a car, take advantage of our convenient self-parking for a small fee. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Santa Barbara and make unforgettable memories at The Waterman. Our prime location also makes it easy to visit popular landmarks such as the Moreton Bay Fig Tree, Reagan Ranch Center, and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. With our affordable room rates and wide range of amenities, including the option to book The Waterman room online, we are the perfect choice for travelers looking for comfort, convenience, and value in Santa Barbara.

Highlights

• Centrally located in Santa Barbara's vibrant Funk Zone • 10-minute walk to Stearns Wharf and 12 minutes to Santa Barbara Harbor • Choice of 31 guestrooms, including shared kitchen options • Complimentary WiFi and cable programming • Various nearby attractions, such as Moreton Bay Fig Tree and MOXI Museum • Outdoor pool and bike rental for recreation • Concierge services and communal living room • Quick airport access with Santa Barbara Municipal Airport only 16.8km away • Business amenities including express check-out and 24-hour front desk • Complimentary continental breakfast served daily • Budget-friendly options for all types of travelers

Quick Facts

Check-In

4:00 PM

Check-Out

12:00 PM

Rooms

Floors

Popular Amenities

24-hour front desk

Hotel safe deposit box (not room safe box)

Lift/ Elevator

Smoke-free property

Snack bar

Accessible parking

On-Site parking

Library

Terrace

Concierge desk

Bicycle rentals

Hiking

Coffee/tea

Banquet Facilities

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General Amenities

24-hour front desk

Hotel safe deposit box (not room safe box)

Lift/ Elevator

Smoke-free property

Snack bar

Accessible parking

On-Site parking

Library

Terrace

Concierge desk

Bicycle rentals

Activities

Hiking

Food & Beverages

Coffee/tea

Business

Banquet Facilities

Check-in instructions

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.

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted.

Cashless transactions are available.

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

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

Professional property host/manager.

Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas.

LGBTQ friendly.

Social distancing measures are in place.

Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly.

Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer.

Property is cleaned with disinfectant.

Noise-free rooms not guaranteed.

Cashless transactions are available.

Staff wears personal protective equipment.

Food service has been amended for enhanced safety.

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Masks are available to guests.

Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection.

Protective clothing is available to guests.

Essential workers only - NO.

Gloves are available to guests.

Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing.

Masks are compulsory at the property.

No cribs (infant beds) available.

No rollaway/extra beds available.

Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC).

Property does not require health documentation at check-in.

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Contactless check-out is available.

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures.

Property follows sanitization practices of Safe.

Stay (AHLA - USA).

Individually-wrapped food options are available.

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures.

Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast.

Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant.

Special check-in instructions

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Deposit: USD 35 per accommodation.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property..

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

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms..

Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section)..

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property..

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Contactless check-out is available.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Pet Policy

Pets cannot be left unattended.

Service animals are allowed.

Pets allowed.

Maximum number of pets per room 2.

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions.

Property Rules

Check-in instructions

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.

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Check-in instructions

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.

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted.

Cashless transactions are available.

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

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

Professional property host/manager.

Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas.

LGBTQ friendly.

Social distancing measures are in place.

Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly.

Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer.

Property is cleaned with disinfectant.

Noise-free rooms not guaranteed.

Cashless transactions are available.

Staff wears personal protective equipment.

Food service has been amended for enhanced safety.

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Masks are available to guests.

Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection.

Protective clothing is available to guests.

Essential workers only - NO.

Gloves are available to guests.

Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing.

Masks are compulsory at the property.

No cribs (infant beds) available.

No rollaway/extra beds available.

Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC).

Property does not require health documentation at check-in.

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Contactless check-out is available.

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures.

Property follows sanitization practices of Safe.

Stay (AHLA - USA).

Individually-wrapped food options are available.

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures.

Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast.

Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant.

Special check-in instructions

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Deposit: USD 35 per accommodation.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property..

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

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms..

Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section)..

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property..

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Contactless check-out is available.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Pet Policy

Pets cannot be left unattended.

Service animals are allowed.

Pets allowed.

Maximum number of pets per room 2.

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions.

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Location

E Montecito St, Santa Barbara, California, 93101

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Ratings & Reviews

4.4/5

414 Ratings

Sophie Masson

2/5

23 Oct, 2023

On one side the hotel is well located. A walking distance to the beaches and trendy Funk Zone neighborhood BUT on the other side it's right by the highway. Which make it impossible to relax by the pool. IMPOSSIBLE. It's so noisy you will feel your lounging chair is on the highway shoulder. We were hoping to chill by the pool in the afternoon after a long bike ride but the highway traffic noise was simply unbearable. They charged us near $500 per night trying to make you believe you are in a chic hotel because the decor is cute BUT you are not. The experience is somehow very similar to a Holiday Inn by the highway. With just a bit more soul. Other things to note: the window in our room was broken so no access to fresh air, the TV was not working either and couldn't be fixed (we called maintenance), we couldn't just read in a cozy environment because the bedside lights were also out of order. The only light working in our room was the bright ceiling light (think emergency room light). So what you get is a comfortable bed. That's it. From what I saw on the website, I was expecting more. Oh, and I forgot, we had two bottles of conditioner in the shower. No shampoo. No big deal but at one point all the malfunctions add up and ruin the experience. If you pay more than $200-$300 / night you will be highly disappointed. They will also charge you $6 for a stupid muffin in the morning!!

Angela Spahr

4/5

5 Jan, 2024

The hotel is in a great location & is also pet-friendly. We have stayed here 2x now due to the location & convenience. The rooms are very small & cozy. The bathroom is a bit odd, you cant use the shower & toilet simultaneously due to the moving glass shower wall. The rooms have an upgraded feel & comfortable beds. The windows do open & give a nice breeze. Both times I have stayed on 2nd floor in King rooms. They did give us 2 tokens at check-in for complimentary drinks & also a card that provided complimentary coffee and breakfast at Helena Ave Bakery. I stay at Marriotts frequently & have earned titanium status. I redeemed my free-night award to stay here and it was totally worth it. I would stay at this hotel for pleasure but not for business. There isn’t a true work-space. Both of my rooms have had a desk but no chair.

K S

3/5

14 Nov, 2023

Location is outstanding. Rooms were on the smaller side but not a deal breaker. Just didn't like that one side of the bed is up against the wall. We were on the first floor and it was noisy but not from the street. Not sure what the front desk was doing in the early AM but it was loud enough to wake us up, two nights in a row. Parking on the weekend was a nightmare. We arrived back at the hotel mid afternoon and there was no parking. Was told to park in a 90 minute lot and try again. Apparently non-guests park in hotel parking. There was no signage to let people know not to do this until we asked the front desk where we should park. Then they went out and put signs up to let people know. This was a bit frustrating both days of our stay. We were given a handicap room but didn't know that tell we got to the room. Shower head was extremely low for my 6 foot plus husband. So overall, there was just a general lack of communication from the front desk. I'm glad we tried this hotel but there are so many better options in SB then here that it is doubtful we'll be back.

scott clark

5/5

15 Aug, 2023

Know before you go. It is a small 31 room hotel, and the rooms are small. That being said everything else about the Waterman was wonderful. We were traveling as a family of 3. Our son ,16, slept on the Murphy/bunk bed. It is a cool setup for a small sleeps 3 room. The bathroom too had a unique setup. We would stay here again. Very cool hotel. The employees were all very friendly and helpful. The location is unbelievable, close to the beach, shopping, restaurants. It is next to the freeway but never heard it.

Kathryn O

2/5

18 Nov, 2023

Bugs!!!!!!!! This is the worst experience I’ve had at a Marriott hotel by far. When I arrived there was a ton of construction and even though there were about 4 cars in the parking lot they said they couldn’t check me in before the 4 PM check in time. When I checked in the girl said I had been upgraded for being a gold member and would be in one of their queen rooms. I booked the queen room so I’m not sure why she’d try and tell me this was an upgrade. When I got to my room I think I actually laughed out loud, it was the smallest hotel room I’d ever seen. There is barely enough room around the bed to roll your suitcase to a place where you can open it. The bathroom was worse, the toilet is so insanely close to the shower & the shower didn’t have actual doors or much structure so the water goes everywhere. When I checked in she asked if I wanted daily housekeeping and I said that I did. Both days the room was not cleaned. When I came back to my room on my 2nd day I noticed bugs in the shower and on the bathroom floor, I went to grab my suitcase and saw more of them!! I went to the front desk and was able to get a new room for my final night. I’ve noticed that Marriott hotels don’t clean daily even when you request it(this is the 3rd hotel where I’ve had this issue). In this case, If the room had been cleaned properly we may not have had a bug issue at all or it would’ve been caught earlier. I will never stay here and and would never recommend it to anyone.

Sophie Masson

2/5

23 Oct, 2023

Angela Spahr

4/5

5 Jan, 2024

K S

3/5

14 Nov, 2023

scott clark

5/5

15 Aug, 2023

Kathryn O

2/5

18 Nov, 2023

All Policies

Booking Policy

Hotel Cancellation Policy

Modification and Reschedule Policy

Booking Policy

It is mandatory for all guests to present valid government photo ID’s at the time of check-in.

The primary guests check-in into the hotel must meet the age requirements set by either the local government or the hotel’s policies.

Extra guests are subject to availability. And it might incur additional charges.

If guests are traveling with a child or children, it is necessary to specify the number of children accompanying them during the hotel booking process to avoid any last-minute complications.

Underage guests are only allowed to check-in with at least one parent or official guardian who fulfils the age requirements set by either the local government or the hotel’s policies.

Early check-in or late check-out request is subject to availability and the hotel may charge an additional fee for providing such services.

The price paid to Adani One includes room charges, taxes, the specified inclusions mentioned during the booking and convenience fee, if appliable. It does not cover additional services and expenses at the hotel.

Taxes, levies, charges, and any similar government fees, if applicable, will be imposed by the relevant authorities in the jurisdiction where the hotel is located. The guest is responsible for paying all such charges, as applicable.

Guests are required to adhere to any special instructions provided by the hotel. Failure to comply may result in the hotel's right to deny the booking or terminate the stay immediately.

For any special requests, please write in the designated section while booking on the Adani One platform. We will forward these requests to the hotel; however, please note that the hotel may or may not be able to accommodate them depending on availability at the time of check-in. Please be aware that fulfilling these requests may result in additional charges.

The hotel reserves the right of admission. The hotel may refuse to honour the booking if it determines that the property policies have been violated.

If the booking cannot be confirmed due to certain circumstances, Adani One will refund the entire amount to the original mode of payment.

If the hotel is unable to confirm or deny the booking, Adani One is not under any obligation to provide an alternate booking in lieu of the unconfirmed booking.

Adani One does not collect GSTIN details on behalf of the hotelier, you may request this information directly from the hotelier during the check-in process.

Hotel Cancellation Policy

User can cancel their booking through the Adani One website or app until the check-in date and time. The refund for such cancellations will be subject to the hotel's cancellation policy. Adani One has no say over the refund amount.

Users can only cancel the entire booking. Partial cancellations, such as canceling specific room(s), a portion of the total nights, or specific guests out of the entire group, are not permitted.

User should not cancel the booking directly with the hotel. If a user cancels the booking directly with the hotel, Adani One will not be responsible for any refund.

Cancellation requests made through the online platform or via phone calls are the only valid and accepted methods.

Any cancellation requests made directly to the hotel will not be the responsibility of Adani One.

If you fail to cancel your reservation within the designated cancellation period, as specified by the hotel you booked, you will be responsible for paying the applicable nightly rates, tax recovery charges, and service fees imposed by the hotel. If you do not show up for the first night of your reservation but still plan to check in for the remaining nights, you must inform Adani One of any changes to your reservation no later than the scheduled arrival date for the first night. This is necessary to prevent the cancellation of your entire reservation.

In case of no show at the hotel, you'll be charged the entire booking amount.

If you do not show up for the first night of your reservation but still plan to check in for the remaining nights, you must inform Adani One of any changes to your reservation no later than the scheduled arrival date for the first night. This is necessary to prevent the cancellation of your entire reservation.

You acknowledge and agree to be responsible for any applicable cancellation fees that may be incurred. Please note that certain reservations, as indicated in the rules and restrictions of the hotel reservation, may be non-cancellable after being made. It is your responsibility to adhere to the terms and conditions associated with your prepaid hotel reservations.

Special discounted rates provided by the hotel are non-refundable. In case of cancelling any such booking, user will not get any refund in return.

The details of refund amount can be reviewed under the ‘Orders & Booking’ section of Adani One.

Refund amount may take 10 working days to process to the respective account from which the payment was made during the booking.

Please be informed that your bank may debit its own separate charges from refunds made to your credit card or bank account.

If any assistance is needed regarding booking cancellation, users can contact Adani One's customer support team at support@adanione.com or call 1800-572-111111.

Modification and Reschedule Policy

Once the booking is initiated, the user can’t change the name of primary guest, number of guests, age of child/children, number of rooms, and check-in/check-out date and time.

After the booking is confirmed, user will need to cancel their existing booking to create a new one to make any changes such as updating the primary guest, modifying the number of guests, specifying the age of child/children, adjusting the number of rooms, or changing the check-in/check-out date and time etc.