Discover one of the finest hotels in Santa Barbara at the Hotel Mar Monte. Built in 1931, this historic coastal hotel welcomes guests with its casual elegance and first-rate service.

Nestled between the Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, the Hotel Mar Monte is conveniently located on oceanfront Cabrillo Boulevard in Santa Barbara California, across from East Beach and a quick stroll away from the charming Santa Barbara Zoo.

This classic seaside hotel is a shining gateway to the City of Santa Barbara, also known as the American Riviera. Hotel Mar Monte is detailed with a fusion of Spanish Colonial architecture blended with modern conveniences. Enjoy your Santa Barbara vacation in one of our 173 comfortably appointed guestrooms.

Ready to explore?

They call Santa Barbara the walking town. Take the Waterfront Shuttle from the hotel to State Street and then take a stroll to enjoy the many museums, art galleries, restaurants and the unique shopping experience that awaits you in downtown Santa Barbara. Stop off at Stearn’s Wharf, and visit the Santa Barbara Beach Art show held each Sunday. The Santa Barbara County Wine Country is a short drive away from the hotel in the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley.

The landscape is peppered with winery after winery, so you may prefer to take one of the many chauffeured wine tours available. After a busy day, relax with a Swedish massage in our Spa Mar Monte, and enjoy your favorite cocktail or glass of wine in our Bistro lounge. Grab a gourmet burger at happy hour, or enjoy an oceanview dinner in our Bistro Eleven Eleven restaurant.

If the purpose of your travel is business, Hotel Mar Monte has 10,000 square feet of flexible and unique meeting space, offering exquisite culinary selections and the latest in technology. A popular venue for Santa Barbara weddings, Hotel Mar Monte caters tasteful receptions for up to 250 guests.

The hotel's amenities include an outdoor heated pool and therapy spa, fitness center, Spa Mar Monte, and Bistro Eleven Eleven Restaurant, which serves American Cuisine with California flair. The hotel also offers room service, valet and self-parking ($15 and $10, respectively), valet laundry service, and a business center. The Hotel Mar Monte in Santa Barbara is a 100% smoke-free hotel.