2,926 reviews
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$2892819 State Street, Santa Barbara, 93105, California, United States
2,926 reviews
1/60
Private pool
Free parking
Restaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Business center
Free wifi
Room service
Air conditioning
Lemon Tree Inn is a 3-star hotel in Santa Barbara, United States, located at 2819 State Street. Just 2mi from the city center, this chic option makes it easy to experience Santa Barbara’s downtown vibe and coastal charm. Price starts from $289.
With 2926 reviews, the inn offers a private pool and an outdoor pool (free), along with free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi. Dining is convenient with an on-site restaurant and a bar, while practical touches include air conditioning, soundproof rooms, and a 24-hour front desk.
Additional amenities include a free business center, meeting/banquet facilities (extra charges), private entrance, balcony, terrace, garden, patio, and elevator access to upper floors. Wheelchair accessibility and non-smoking rooms add convenience, and services like tour desk and room service help round out the experience.
Two pool options invite guests to cool off: a private pool for a touch of solitude and a free outdoor pool for sun-soaked afternoons. Free on-site parking and complimentary Wi-Fi keep things simple for travelers hitting the road and sharing those sunset snaps from Santa Barbara.
On-site Crocodile Restaurant serves American and Italian dishes in a family-friendly setting, with a bar available for post-dinner drinks.
For business and gatherings, a free business center and meeting/banquet facilities (extra charges) are at hand. Practical touches include a 24-hour front desk, private entrance, balcony, terrace, garden, and patio, plus elevator access to upper floors. With 3,015 reviews, the property has a solid track record of guest feedback.
Closest airports
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
6.7miSanta Maria Airport
52.5miPrivate pool
Free parking
Restaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Business center
Free wifi
Room service
Air conditioning
Bar
Sun deck
Tour desk
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Terrace
Soundproof rooms
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Patio
Elevator
Garden
View
Bathtub
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Free toiletries
Balcony
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Studio, 2 Bed, Accessible
495 sqft
Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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The private pool is the standout feature of this suite. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite comes with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a bath or a shower. Featuring a balcony with an inner courtyard view, this suite also features a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds.
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Room - 2 Bed, Pool View
300 sqft
Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
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This double room's special feature is the private pool. The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with pool views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 2 beds.
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Deluxe, Queen Size
2 Queen Size Beds
250 sqft
Private pool
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Private entrance
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Suite, 2 Bedroom
2 Queen Size Beds
1 King Size Bed
495 sqft
Private pool
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Private entrance
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Deluxe, King Size, Poolside
1 King Size Bed
250 sqft
Private pool
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Private entrance
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Deluxe, King Size
1 King Size Bed
250 sqft
Private pool
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Private entrance
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Studio, Accessible
1 King Size Bed
1 Queen Size Bed
495 sqft
Private pool
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Private entrance
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Double Room, Pool View
2 Queen Size Beds
300 sqft
Private pool
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Bathtub
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Queen Room
2 Queen Size Beds
250 sqft
Private pool
Private Bathroom
Balcony
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King Room, Accessible
1 King Size Bed
260 sqft
Private pool
Private Bathroom
Balcony
View
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King Room
1 King Size Bed
250 sqft
Private pool
Private Bathroom
Private entrance
Flat-screen TV
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Economy, Single
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7.6
2,926 reviewsCategories of assessments
Cleanliness
Comfort
Location
Facilities
Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Featured reviews:
Hannah
8.2
May 2024
The bed was so comfortable and I liked how clean everything was. The pool was a short distance and although we didn't go to the outside bar. The fact that the option was there was amazing. The area is a tiny bit rough but the view of the mountains was breath-taking. Was a short drive to state street but far enough to not be in the crowd.
The pool wasn't heated and the wifi was terrible. Asked front staff if the offered breakfast and we were told no and wasnt until we spoke to the restaurant they mentioned yes. Also, deposit IS required so be advised.
Lydia
9.1
July 2025
We loved the layout and the personal space in the form of a balcony or patio. Very calming. One of our rooms had a very bad musty odor we left the doors open and house keeping brought a spray over that helped a little. The restaurant was great. Everyone was very very friendly and service was fantastic. Over all we would stay again. This was our second trip to the hotel. The pizza and hamburgers were great!
The second and third floor was a little confusing. And the elevator was hard to find, we had an 80 year old who was on the second floor she’s not good w stairs. Other than that it was great
Jr4144
8.2
May 2025
I loved the lemons that were all around. I liked our patio. All the greenery was really nice to view out of the door and windows. The bed was really comfortable. It was a quiet room.
The heater makes too much noise. So we would crank up the heat right before sleep and then turn it off for the night and turn it back on when we woke up. The curtain panel on the door, window area on the right is on backwards and looks odd. That needs to be fixed. In the morning our sink would gurgle up water from some other source. One day I awoke to that noise and when I went to check it was filled with water with hair shavings. It then drained on it's own and left a gross looking sink.
Cr
8.2
March 2025
YOUR Front Desk Staff Was Super, Great ! ! ! 😀😃 Well Knowledged, Informed, Pleasant, Outgoing, Friendly, Helpful, Kind, Considerate, AND Thoughtfully Resourcefull Keenan Was Super Courteous ! And A Very Nice Restaurant Staff As Well ! Kudos To *Franco Thank You Very Kindly.
A Huge. Exception. ! A Very Young Mean, Cruel, Undisciplined, Immature, Unkind, Thoughtless, Inconsiderate AND Quite Obnoxiously Loud Young Female At The Front Desk Staff Who Thought It Wise And Helpful To Herself... To Yell, Scream And Shout At An Older Senior Disabled Veteran. In Order To Bring *Attention To Herself... AKA Anna !!! To What Purpose ?? And, Then Loudly Banging On Their Room Door. Yes, This Quite Immature Behaviour Actually Occured ! And Was Witnessed By Other Hotel Guests Need We Say More ? ...
Candace
8.2
September 2024
The front desk staff member was very helpful especially because there was a glitch in their system with our booking. She gave us a room and said she'd give us a better view for the inconvenience. The room had a peaceful view. We liked the french doors leading to the patio area, everything was easily accessible at the hotel.
The cleaner used to clean the room floors left a slimy layer. The pool was not heated, when the shower was used it kept flooding the bathroom, the toilet was making noises in the middle of the night and was then clogged in the morning. We were on the 1st floor, the floor/ceiling would creak in the middle of the night, we heard every step from the people above us.
Cheryl
8.2
August 2024
Nice size room, comfortable beds. Quiet neighborhood. Housekeeping staff helpful. Loved the bathroom set-up-sink in bathroom and in area outside bathroom. Loved the balcony with the room. Great garden area near pool.
Restaurant expensive for breakfast. No 'free' coffee available in lobby. Parking on some days difficult to find near room entrance. Booked room for 3 people, towels for 2-was a room for 4; coffee cups for 2; inside coffee Keurig not clean-didn't use, disappointed not having coffee in the room. Didn't use the pool due to children splashing around.
Susan
9.1
December 2024
Room/patio/fridge. Walk in shower. Cleanliness. Staff all terrific---friendly & welcoming. I like it feels 'old school': retains the scale/size---I'm a little weary of 'boutique', cutesy, trendy--and exorbitant. Very comfortable to sit out in common areas w tables, + pool. It feels safe because staff are around by day. There were a couple in particular: I sensed they really knew the property and took the job personally with care. It feels tended to w TLC.
Room service fee to deliver to room was surprising. Understand it may be 2 businesses, so don't have a solution to recommend. Room service with a fee kind of messes with tipping. I am not able to carry Take Out to room. Went to cafe a couple times, but wanted Room Service also. I paid the fee and tipped, but it was Odd. Regardless, the cafe + kitchen staff are terrific, too--and the food is so fresh. I like that cafe has hours open and breaks closed. Maybe my imagination, but it felt like it helps keep things relaxed.
Maggietext
10
December 2024
Love this hotel. It's so central, yet quiet and calm. We didn't have time to use the pool, and it was a bit chilly for the outdoor patio, but the greenery around the hotel is so relaxing. The beds are really comfortable, and the coffee maker works well. Plenty of room in the room to spread out. The fridge and freezer are in excellent condition, and the bathroom and little separate sink area are really helpful when traveling with a friend or spouse. We were also able to walk to a nice restaurant on State Street and enjoy the holiday lighting, etc. Beautiful neighborhood, AND it's near a Grocery Outlet too. Five Stars.
Jeanie
8.2
April 2024
This is my 3rd stay at The Lemon Tree Inn. Top end of State Street so it’s nice and quiet but you will need your car. There is a market right behind it for whatever you might need. The bed was super comfy. Heat and air worked fine. The TV was great, a new version with several streaming apps already installed, Prime, Netflix, Hulu and a couple others. You just need to sign in if you subscribe. Coffee, little fridge and iron board in the dressing/sink area.
CONS: the floors, stone tiles, are SO Cold, bring slippers. We had a Deluxe King Room and personally I prefer the Double I had last time. It was much larger but no little sofa.
Peter
8.2
October 2024
Largish motel with a sizeable outside pool, good restaurant and outside evening Tiki bar. Reasonably sized room and good facilities. Room we chose had an outside seating area with a view of the pool. Shower worked well and the bed was comfortable. Had a really really good meal in the restaurant one evening. Parking was easy being close to the rear entrance of our room. Santa Barbera itself is brilliant.
Had to complain about the drapes which were very dirty where they had been handled by previous guests, room was quite dark as it was painted brown, privacy was only possible with the drapes closed. Location is on a major junction quite a way out of the centre, not that easy to walk to town so had to UBER to get around.
Attractions
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
0.6miOld Mission Santa Barbara
0.7miSanta Barbara Botanic Garden (SBBG)
1.5miSanta Barbara Museum of Art (SBMA)
1.6miSanta Barbara County Courthouse
1.7miLeadbetter Beach
2.1miState Street
2.1miFunk Zone
2.6miStearns Wharf
2.8miShoreline Park
3miSanta Barbara Waterfront
3miMontecito
4.6miGoleta
6.2miSolvang
26.1miSanta Ynez Valley (SYV)
30.5miAttractions
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
0.6miOld Mission Santa Barbara
0.7miSanta Barbara Botanic Garden (SBBG)
1.5miSanta Barbara Museum of Art (SBMA)
1.6miSanta Barbara County Courthouse
1.7miLeadbetter Beach
2.1miState Street
2.1miFunk Zone
2.6miStearns Wharf
2.8miShoreline Park
3miSanta Barbara Waterfront
3miMontecito
4.6miGoleta
6.2miSolvang
26.1miSanta Ynez Valley (SYV)
30.5miAirports
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
6.7miSanta Maria Airport
52.5miCrocodile Restaurant
Cuisines
Ambiances
Location
Availability
Private pool
Free parking
Restaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Business center
Free wifi
Room service
Air conditioning
Bar
Sun deck
Tour desk
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Terrace
Soundproof rooms
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Patio
Elevator
Garden
View
Bathtub
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Free toiletries
Balcony
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Toilet with grab rails
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Happy hour
Bathroom
Additional bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Guest bathroom
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Alarm clock
Linens
Wardrobe or closet
Business Facilities
Business center
Fax/Photocopying
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Food & Drink
Bar
Breakfast in the room
Coffee house on site
Fruit
Restaurant
Tea/Coffee maker
Vending machine (drinks)
Wine/Champagne
Food & drink safety
Breakfast to-go containers
Delivered food covered securely
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Baggage storage
Concierge
Tour desk
General
Air conditioning
Designated smoking area
Elevator
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Heating
Hypoallergenic room available
Interconnecting room(s) available
Non-smoking rooms
Private entrance
Room service
Smoke-free property
Soundproof rooms
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Living Area
Desk
Sitting area
Media & Technology
Cable channels
Flat-screen TV
Radio
Telephone
TV
Outdoors
Balcony
Garden
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Private pool
Sun deck
Terrace
Parking
Free parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Room Amenities
Iron
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Safe
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
Services
Wake-up service
Spa
Outdoor swimming pool
View
Inner courtyard view
Pool view
View
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 11:00
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Come and go whenever you want
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
American Express,
JCB,
Discover,
Mastercard,
Diners Club,
Visa,
Carte Blanche
This property does not accept cash.
What's the check-in and check-out schedule at Lemon Tree Inn?
Planning to stay at Lemon Tree Inn? Kindly note that you can check in after 03:00 PM and before 11:00 AM is when you'll need to check out.
Is free parking available at Lemon Tree Inn?
Yes, parking is available at the Lemon Tree Inn. The hotel offers free on-site parking for guests. No reservation is needed and it is open to the public.
What are the rates at Lemon Tree Inn?
The beginning rate for stays at Lemon Tree Inn is $289. Bear in mind that pricing can alter depending on room configurations and dates. For a precise figure, enter your stay dates.
Which room categories can I book at Lemon Tree Inn?
The Lemon Tree Inn offers a variety of rooms including Deluxe Queen Rooms, Deluxe King Rooms (both poolside and standard), Standard Queen Rooms, Standard King Rooms, Studios with disability access, King Rooms with disability access, Two-Bedroom Suites, and Double Rooms with Pool View. All rooms are non-smoking and have either queen or king size beds. Room sizes range from 248 sqft to 495 sqft. Occupancy can accommodate anywhere from 2 to 4 adults, with additional space for children in some rooms.
What activities does Lemon Tree Inn offer?
Guests at Lemon Tree Inn can enjoy a range of leisure amenities during their stay. They can relax and take a dip in the private pool or the outdoor swimming pool. The hotel also offers a sun deck where guests can lounge and soak up the sun.
For dining options, the on-site Crocodile Restaurant offers a family-friendly ambiance and serves American and Italian cuisines. Guests can enjoy a delicious meal without having to leave the hotel premises.
In addition to these amenities, Lemon Tree Inn also features a business center, providing guests with the convenience of taking care of work-related matters.
Overall, guests have plenty of options to make the most of their time at the hotel, whether it's lounging by the pool, indulging in delicious meals, or attending to business needs.
Does Lemon Tree Inn have a pool for guests?
The Lemon Tree Inn hotel has one pool available. The pool is open all year-round and is located outdoors.
Is there an in-house restaurant at Lemon Tree Inn?
Yes, the Lemon Tree Inn has a restaurant on site called Crocodile Restaurant. The restaurant offers a family-friendly ambiance and serves American and Italian cuisines.
Does Lemon Tree Inn accept credit cards and cash payments?
Lemon Tree Inn does not accept cash payments. However, they accept payment through Diners Club, Discover, JCB, American Express, Visa, Mastercard, and Carte Blanche.
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