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Tide Pool Villas

4.5 star property

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Travelers find tranquility at Tide Pool Villas, near Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor. Enjoy daily continental breakfast, relax by the outdoor pool with sun loungers, or unwind in the peaceful garden after exploring the coast.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is ฿6,609
฿7,760 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun

Room options

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Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Ground Floor 1 Bedroom King+Couch Bed

  • Canal view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Ground Floor 1 Bedroom 2 Queens

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Combined shower/bathtub, jetted bath, hair dryer, bathrobes

Ground Floor 2 Bedroom 2 Queen+1 King, Back Patio with BBQ

  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Apartment, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Apartment, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, Tide Pool Villas is near a train station and on the beach. El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Casa de la Guerra are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Butterfly Beach and Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center. Check out an event or a game at Santa Barbara Bowl, and consider making time for Santa Barbara Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours and whale watching. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
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26 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • blue sky over Santa Barbara coastline
    West Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    Santa Barbara Harbor
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pier in Santa Barbara at night
    Stearns Wharf
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • SantaBarbara_SantaBarbaraCityCollege_6177286_03
    Santa Barbara City College
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station
    6 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • SB Biergarten
    5 min walk
  • Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant
    3 min walk
  • Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen
    3 min walk
  • Rodeo Room
    7 min walk
  • Santa Barbara FisHouse
    9 min walk

About this property

Tide Pool Villas

  • Luxury aparthotel near Santa Barbara Harbor
  • At Tide Pool Villas, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a garden and a fireplace in reception. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this aparthotel include:
    • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self-parking
    • 1 meeting room, barbecues and a TV in reception
    • Outdoor furniture, multilingual staff and a water dispenser
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts, such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with Jetted bath and hairdryers
    • 40-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
    • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On a sandy beach

Pool/Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool toys
  • Pool umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • Pool toys

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster oven
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Champagne service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed: USD 25 per day

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 40-inch Smart TV with digital channels
  • TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace
  • Meeting room

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Fee: USD 50 per pet per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Services and conveniences

  • ATM
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Restaurant dining guides

Location highlights

  • Near a train station
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade

Things to do

  • Wine tours
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Outdoor lighting
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 12 units
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

The property charges USD 28.50 for credit card payments

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [15 Chapala St]

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.

Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per day

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: 3 per cent

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 28.50

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM

Frequently asked questions

Does Tide Pool Villas have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

How much does it cost to stay at Tide Pool Villas?

As of 28 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tide Pool Villas on 31 May 2026 start from ฿6,609, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Tide Pool Villas pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Tide Pool Villas?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tide Pool Villas?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Tide Pool Villas?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tide Pool Villas located?

Nestled on the beach, this Santa Barbara Beach aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of West Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor. MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Reagan Ranch Center are also within 5 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 6 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Tide Pool Villas Reviews

6.2

6.8

Cleanliness

6.2

Amenities

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 83 reviews

Reviews

Verified

4/10 Poor

Angelito

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Property needs to be cleaner and redecorated,curtains and bedsheets were old and needs to be updated.lobby was cluttered and disorganized. Location is good though about 1 block from the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ruby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The staff was great. Took a little while to find the exact receptionist area, though and when it was found, there was only one person helping out so it was a bit slow. Almost 30 minutes
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect location!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved this hotel. It was clean and modern. Really cute touches like encouraging messages in parking spaces and the bamboo garden. Nice vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was large, with kitchen. Free parking and breakfast were provided. The staff was friendly and accommodating. Location was close to beach and shopping. Great value for area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edgardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really loved the space available inside of our room. Incredibly spacious in our king studio with a full kitchen and full sized fridge. My wife and I loved being able to take a walk to Chad’s for brunch and later on a walk just across the street to walk to the beach and pier. The staff was very communicative the whole time via text with me and very flexible with my late check in also. Cleanliness inside of our room and in the common areas as well. My wife and I cannot wait to go back again and stay at this hotel, will definitely be our go to hotel from now on!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was great. Lots of construction going on that took away from the tranquility. We cooked 2 meals in the kitchen no problem.Happy hour and contont
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Facilities were fine. Trying to get a hold of anybody was absolutely ridiculous. Had an issue with the room it took well over 15 minutes to get hold of the manager on the phone. Get a text if you need something, asked for more towels, never came
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

RayE

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Beautiful hotel. But some very small rooms

There was some mix up at check in and the room we paid for was not available. Also we needed a dog room which apparently even though I stated it in the notes was not reservable In the end we got a very tiny room with a sub par access path and wasn’t able to really enjoy any of the real beauty of the hotel, except for in lobby Hotel tried to make it right. But it was still very disappointing. The location of the hotel is fantastic. The inside and outside of the hotel is very beautiful. You do need to be careful not to get placed in one of the tiny rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kristal

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication
Overall it was fine. Check in is absolutely at 3, theres not even a person available before then. Communication could have been better. Despite receiving text messages asking if we needed anything and saying to respond via text, i never heard back. Parking lot doesn’t have enough space for all the guests. Oh and if you book thru expedia you will get charged a $25/day resort fee when you check in. However, location was convenient and the room was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Disliked: Communication
It was so close to the beach we could walk to the beach, shopping, and dining. That was great. What I didn't like was that there was never anyone at the desk. No one was there to check us in or check us out. And there didn't seem to be a phone number we could call for help - I always got voicemail. They said to text but the response was not until the next day or 12 hours later. But if you don't need anything it is a nice place and we all felt safe
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

You might have to wait to check in...

I enjoyed my stay at the Tide Pool Villas. The first of two things of mild concern: the check in process was challenging due to the fact the front desk person had so many responsibilities. We waited at least 10 minutes to check in since no one was at the desk when we arrived. There was a group in front and behind us waiting as well. I would suggest the hotel have two people on duty during prime check-in time (4-7?) so there doesn't end up being frustrated patrons. My second "concern' is I was hoping for a little more variety for breakfast. Plan on an all-carb "snack" if you intend to partake in breakfast. It's still probably better than heading to a packed nearby restaurant, but worth being aware of. The facilities in general were great including the pool and hot tub! The surrounding neighborhood was surprisingly quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property itself was clean and decent; the staff we encountered were pleasant. I booked for (3) people in the room, so I would expect an additional set of linens for the fold out bed. Couldn’t reach anyone over the phone, so my husband had to walk over and get sheets himself. Location is very close to the beach, so parking can be a challenge. Perhaps this was also due to it being a holiday weekend. The reason for the 3-star review is because we were charged an extra amount for the room upon check-in. I received a text message the morning of our arrival date advising us of an additional charge (which was lower than the extra charge I actually paid on site) since we booked our room on a third party website (i.e. Expedia/Orbitz). I already paid the price advertised and shouldn’t be charged extra on the back-end. Feels like a bait and switch. Please modify your SOPs, as this is very misleading to potential consumers.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
It was a lovely room with a nice view. Clean and comfortable. Close to everything. The staff was very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location. Walking distance to the pier, many eateries, Moxi museum.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyley

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Super close to the ocean and to state street.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Would have given more stars, everything was great except for two areas. First, the food is very basic, but we had heard that and there is great dining nearby. However, we were there for two nights and NEVER received maid service, even after going to the office (across the street btw) THREE times and repeatedly being promised service. Also, parking is very limited. Great location and cute property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location nice room with kitchenette
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Nathaniel

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
The room was outdated and not as described in room description. Screens were off windows laying on patio. We attempted to put them on but they were so bent they wouldn’t stay in place. Breakfast was not worth a penny . The cereal containers were broken, the breads were stale ,the waffle irons were old and burnt. There was no fruit , yogurt choices or protein. For the price of the room in off season it was not worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Leah

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is a 5 star location but a 2 star property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a great area and beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Quick trip

Check in process is very slow and our room was not ready Beautiful property and great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kadie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great accommodations for the value. Close to everything. Staff is very sweet.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great stay right by the ocean.

The room was really spacious. It was very clean and the bed was really comfortable. The bathroom was nice too. The front desk people were very friendly and accommodating. The location is perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Nice Stay

Actually were giving a room at Villa Rosa across the street and under same management. It is an older facility with dated furniture but clean and comfortable; lots of nice tile work.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023