Tide Pool Villas
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Tide Pool Villas
26 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, California, 93101, United States
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Amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
ParkingFree
Conference room
Wi-Fi in public areas
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge service
Swedish
Italian
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Property Description
With a stay at Tide Pool Villas in Santa Barbara (Santa Barbara Beach), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo. This beach aparthotel is 10.4 mi (16.8 km) from University of California, Santa Barbara and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
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6.0/10
Cleanliness6.0
Amenities6.0
Location6.0
Service6.0
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Surroundings
Airport: Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
(16.8 km)
Train: Amtrack Station Santa Barbara
(350m)
Landmarks: Skater's Point
(380m)
Landmarks: Kunin Wines
(390m)
Landmarks: Pier Santa Barbara
(470m)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies

4
Ground Floor 1 Bedroom King+Couch Bed
1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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7
Upstairs Studio King, Patio
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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6
Ground Floor 1 Bedroom 2 Queens
2 Queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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6
Ground Floor 2 Bedroom 2 Queen+ 1 King, Back Patio with Bbq
Bedroom 1:1 King bed ● Bedroom 2:2 Queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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Guest Reviews
6.0/10
46 reviews

- Cleanliness6.0
- Amenities6.0
- Location6.0
- Service6.0
Average for similar properties in Santa Barbara

Guest User
July 7, 2024

The best thing about this place is the location other than that it is old, run-down, and not well-managed. It is near the beach and State Street. We stayed there on UCSB graduation weekend and paid $550 per night for a 2 bedroom unit which is crazy for how old and nasty it was. We stayed 3 nights. We checked in early, the check-in desk is across the street at the sister hotel. This was not made clear to us, so check-in took a long time. The breakfast and the pool area are also across the street. The breakfast food was basic. On a Sunday morning, we tried to get breakfast at 7.30 am, but the door to the sister hotel was locked and could only be accessed with a card key, which the front desk did not give us when we checked in, we had a big old-fashioned key. We had to ask for a card key later that day. Parking was hard at this hotel, you are not guaranteed a space so if the lot is full you need to park on the street and around this area, some streets require parking permits. Our room # 6 it was old and run down, the furniture was ripped and old. It's a 2 bedroom, one-bathroom unit that sleeps 6 people. There was no dishwasher and the glasses, plates and other utensils were limited for example we had 2 wine glasses for 6 people. It does not look like the photos on the website. The front deck of this unit is cramped with mismatched furniture. The beds were comfortable and the air-conditioner was good. The BBQ area on the ground floor back patio was disgusting- the grills were rusted and full of cobwebs. The back patio has trash dumpsters near it. You would not sit out there or cook out there. I tried to upload a video of this area but this site will not support a video. On the second day, we had to go to the front desk and ask for dish soap, garbage bags, bath soap, and more towels. The lady bought them over quickly. On the third day, we wanted the cleaner to clean our room, we went to the front desk early in the morning to ask, but there was no one there so we left a note. There did not seem to be anyone at the front desk most of the time we went there. We returned at 4.30 pm that afternoon and it still was not done. We flagged a cleaner down and the language barrier was hard, she said she was busy but she would do it. It seemed she was on her own. She cleaned it at 6 pm, it was a partial clean not a full clean. I would not stay there again.

Guest User
May 10, 2025

Great place to stay when visiting Santa Barbara. Centrally located across the street from West beach and a quick walk to downtown. They have a great pool and jacuzzi to relax in after a long day of shopping and exploring Stearns Wharf. The room was huge with a kitchenette and the bed was very comfortable. Also, the happy hour and continental breakfast are a nice bonus.

Guest User
June 14, 2025

We actually DIDN'T go but still got charged despite sending a cancelation email over a month in advance. Then there was no response to an inquiry about why this had happened. BBB is next. Management must be very unorganized....

Guest User
March 11, 2025

had a lovely view of the ocean cheese and wine for cocktail hour, take a swim in the pool and hot tub was great! with continental breakfast in the morning i would highly recommend the newly renovated tide pool villas which is a block from beach and walking distance from wharf and harbor

JB
January 13, 2023

HORRIFIC!! DON'T BOOK!! AVOID MELODY AT ALL COSTS!
I can't emphasize enough how awful every aspect of our stay was at this hotel. We arrived an hour past check in. We had to wait for 30 minutes to talk to anyone only to find out our room was not ready and we were given no timeline for when it would be ready. When we finally got in 30 minutes later it was still being cleaned. After housekeeping left we found streaks of mud on the floor and huge cobwebs by the bed and in the bathroom. There were no paper towels, minimal toilet paper, no dish soap (in full kitchen), no coffee maker, and only 1 towel for 2 people for a 3 day stay. The microwave was on top of the fridge and the cord was not long enough to plug in. There was no phone in the room to call front desk. The worst part was the service from one employee named Melody. I walked to the office to report concerns and she told me she could not help me because she had to clean up happy hour. I called her later to inform her of the problems. She became very defensive. She finally consented to waive the pet fees and bring us supplies. She never showed up. The only time she called was to say our dogs were barking when we had been in the room with them for hours and they were not barking. At checkout I was assured by another employee that we would not be charged pet fees. We were charged pet fees and an additional mystery charge. We called to address issue. Within 2 sentences, Melody hung up on us. No one will pick up when we call back. We will be reporting fraud to our cc company.

Maria
January 3, 2023

First time there. I requested a room for 5 people which would include two queen beds and 1 king bed. I was placed in a different room that I didn’t request. The front desk was able to give me just a small refund. It was over priced for just having two queen beds.

Verified traveler
January 28, 2023

Don't Stay Here or at the Villa Rosa Inn
The Manager of this hotel is absolutely horrible. I made a mistake on my booking, and Tia the- manager was abhorrent to talk to, very condescending and badgering with no empathy (and I'm the customer). I truly feel sorry for the staff that has to work under this lady.

Michael
April 30, 2025

Poor Follow Up/Communication
I made four requests for a copy of my invoice via phone, email, text and website. I expected local fees (taxes, etc.), but wanted to review the charges for accuracy. I never received a response back.

Cynthia
October 7, 2022

We loved the location. But checking in is not on the property. But across the street with no clue as to what building that may be. Also one window did not have a curtain. Had to use a towel to block out the lights at night.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Free
Conference room
Wi-Fi in public areas

Outdoor swimming pool
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Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Parking
Free
Front Desk Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge service
Languages Spoken
Swedish
Italian
French
Spanish
Food & Drink
Room service
Activities
Public beach
Public Areas
Water purifier
BBQ
No smoking in public areas
Cleaning Services
Laundry service (on-site)
Additional charge
Business Services
Conference room
Accessibility
Handrails in hallways
Handrails on stairs
Stair-free main entrance
Safety & Security
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–23:00
Check-out: 07:00–11:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]07:00–23:00
If you will arrive outside of check-in hours, contact the property in advance
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
TypeWestern
Age | Fee |
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Adult | Contact property |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service Animals
Service animals are allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 12
With a stay at Tide Pool Villas in Santa Barbara (Santa Barbara Beach), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo. This beach aparthotel is 10.4 mi (16.8 km) from University of California, Santa Barbara and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this aparthotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, ATM/banking services, and refrigerator in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 12 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and Smart televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature jetted bathtubs and hair dryers.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this aparthotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, ATM/banking services, and refrigerator in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 12 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and Smart televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature jetted bathtubs and hair dryers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy for Tide Pool Villas?
The cancellation policy for Tide Pool Villas varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.What is the cancellation policy for Tide Pool Villas?
What are the check-in and check-out times at Tide Pool Villas?
Standard check-in time at Tide Pool Villas is 15:00-23:00 and check-out time is 11:00.What are the check-in and check-out times at Tide Pool Villas?
Does Tide Pool Villas provide breakfast?
Yes, Breakfast is offered at Tide Pool Villas. Breakfast option(s): Western. Does Tide Pool Villas provide breakfast?
Can I bring my pet inside the Tide Pool Villas?
Pets are allowed on request at Tide Pool Villas. Charges may be applicable.Can I bring my pet inside the Tide Pool Villas?
How far is the Tide Pool Villas from the closest airport?
The closest airport is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, and it is about 16 mins from hotel by car (16.8 km).How far is the Tide Pool Villas from the closest airport?
About This Property
Nearest Airport | Santa Barbara Municipal Airport |
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Distance to Airport | 16.84KM |
Nearest Train Station | Amtrack Station Santa Barbara |
Distance to Train Station | 0.35KM |
Average Price From | PHP28964 |
Hotel Star Rating | 4 |