Guests at the Inn on Summer Hill find tranquility through rejuvenating spa treatments including hydrotherapy and massages or while relaxing in lush gardens
Perched on a hillside, the Inn on Summer Hill offers a peaceful retreat with a welcoming lobby fireplace. Enjoy spa services, quiet moments on the garden terrace, complimentary coffee and tea all day, and self parking on the property.
Located in Santa Barbara, Inn on Summer Hill is near the beach. Santa Barbara Bowl and The Easton Gallery are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Montecito Village Shopping Center and Paseo Nuevo Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Municipal Tennis Center or Earl Warren Showgrounds. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
At Inn on Summer Hill, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a fireplace in reception. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self-parking
Smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts, such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Shower/bath combinations, hairdryers and shampoo
1-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
Separate sitting areas, fridges and free tea bags/instant coffee
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping on request
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Spa
Deep-tissue massages
Prenatal massages
Swedish massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
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2 floors
Built in 1989
Fireplace in lobby
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
1-inch smart TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Refrigerator
Tea bags/instant coffee
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Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Electrical adapters
Fireplace
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Inn Summer Hill
Inn on Summer Hill Guesthouse
Inn on Summer Hill Santa Barbara
Inn on Summer Hill Guesthouse Santa Barbara
Frequently asked questions
Is Inn on Summer Hill pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Inn on Summer Hill?
As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn on Summer Hill on 11 Mar 2026 start from RM985, 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.
How much is parking at Inn on Summer Hill?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Inn on Summer Hill?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Inn on Summer Hill?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is Inn on Summer Hill located?
Situated near the beach, this guesthouse is within 1 mile (2 km) of Summerland Beach and Lookout Park. Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club and Miramar Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Reviews
Inn on Summer Hill Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Yes, I love staying here. Staff is very kind, considerate and helpful. I will recommend this hotel to any person who wants a place to relax and enjoy a getaway weekend.
david
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
sarah
16 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Comfortable rooms, friendly service
sarah
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
laura
13 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cleanliness, attention to detail, very comfy bed. Staff was very friendly and helpful and breakfast was delicious! Loved that the chef came out to chat and check to make sure to e food was yummy.
Great location on Lillie Ave within walking distance to breakfast and lunch eateries. Great trendy shopping and fabulous bookstore all nearby. Be aware the hotel is near the freeway and rail tracks, as is all of Summerland, so it can be noisy if you leave the window open.
Our second stay at this fabulous property. A lovely upscale place just off the 101, perfect when traveling but would love to spend a little time there. Close to Santa Barbara and Ventura with a lovely little town down the street with shops, coffee and a great restaurant. A must stay!
Great Property - A bit pricey and the coffee service was minimalist... Beautiful room with an incredibly comfortable bed... We will definitely be coming back!
The property was very nice and the staff that we met were very polite and friendly.
We enjoyed our daily breakfast made to order but a small suggestion it would have been great to have had different option of sausage, bacon, ham each day with my omelet but overall, it was a nice addition to the start of our day.
We were able enjoy the little wine and cheese tray that they put out, and we arrived back after our day out to enjoy a sweet treat.
A nice little touch.
I did enjoy my room, and the decor was warm and inviting.
We were not able to get a massage at the Inn, but they recommended a Masseuse on State Street which was great!
I would recommend the Inn to anyone wanting to stay in a quaint and warm Bed and Breakfast.
Beautiful inn. The view of the ocean was stunning, the staff was friendly, the kitchen served an excellent breakfast and snacks, and overall we had a great time there. Amazingly comfortable bed!
wonderful and romantic place to stay we loved it .
Thanks for letting us make memories there for our anniversary, my wife's Birthday and of course we arrived on Valentines day!
Robert & Jennifer
Nora assisted me by phone and greeted me upon arrival - introducing herself, which was most welcoming!
I arrived early and she still quickly showed me to my beautiful room overlooking the ocean. I love it! I’d seen this room on the website and admired it even then. Very happily installed here. Will visit again.
We had a wonderful stay here. The room was cute and clean and more than anything the staff was incredibly helpful and friendly. We loved waking up in the morning and seeing the dolphins playing in the water. Close proximity to Montecito and Santa Barara was also a huge plus for us. Highly recommend.
Josh
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Darlene
17 Feb 2025
Great location within walking distance to some good food and stores. Only problem was when someone decided to take a bath at midnight. Very loud plumbing. Definitely it drowned out the freeway noise.
Darlene
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
6/10 Okay
Berivan
22 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It’s right by the freeway and loud. Early check in and check out is $25 per hour extra. Even though their website says breakfast is included, it’s not. They did not even want to give us the free coffee in the lobby saying we booked through a third party. We booked through Expedia and it was not cheap at all. For $350 a night, this was not what I expected. Hotel is clean and the room was nice. And the area is also nice.
Berivan
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
David
19 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice, cute small property in Summerland. Nice ocean views. Large rooms with balconies. Bathrooms are old. Freeway noise is loud.
It’s in a small community with a 10 minute walk or three minute drive to anywhere in the town the beaches all of 15 minutes away if you walk maybe five minutes by car I’ve been in this town before but I’m staying and so far so good I haven’t checked out yet
julia
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Evelyn
16 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
I was very impressed by the friendly service, cleanliness and overall vibe of the place. I had only one issue and it was the sound of the traffic. Unfortunately, the cars went by all night and it was during the week. If your not looking for quiet then it is a lovely little gem.
Evelyn
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Georgia
9 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great!
Georgia
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
Daniel
5 Jan 2026
Stayed here years ago, just didn't seem the same. Breakfast wasn't offered daily, and wasn't what we remembered from previous visits. A touch of professionalism was lacking in staffs appearance. We probably won't stay again but we wish them the best