FAQs & policies
Answers to the questions our guests ask most about Drift Santa Barbara.
How do I reserve a room at Drift Santa Barbara?
Choose your dates and guests in the reservation box and select Reserve your stay. You will see availability and the total price for your dates before anything is confirmed, at the best available rate with no booking fees.
Is parking available at Drift Santa Barbara?
Yes — parking is available at Drift Santa Barbara.
Does Drift Santa Barbara have Wi-Fi?
Yes — free Wi-Fi is available at Drift Santa Barbara.
Is breakfast included, and is there a restaurant at Drift Santa Barbara?
At Drift Santa Barbara, there is a bar with a happy hour.
What is in the rooms at Drift Santa Barbara?
Rooms at Drift Santa Barbara include penthouse, concierge service, elevator, penthouse suite, with balcony and king beds.
Does Drift Santa Barbara have a pool or spa?
Yes — Drift Santa Barbara offers spa yoga classes, spa salt room and fitness classes.
Is Drift Santa Barbara wheelchair accessible?
Accessible features at Drift Santa Barbara include grab bars.
Where is Drift Santa Barbara?
Drift Santa Barbara is in Santa Barbara, California. The Map page shows the exact spot.
What is there to do around Drift Santa Barbara?
Guests at Drift Santa Barbara can enjoy beach towels provided and sailing.
Can I hold a meeting or wedding at Drift Santa Barbara?
Yes — Drift Santa Barbara offers meeting av equipment and event space.
What are the hours at Drift Santa Barbara?
At Drift Santa Barbara: front desk: open 24 hours; bar hours (Dusk Bar): Mon-Thu 4-6 pm; Sun 3-11 pm; Tue 5-8 pm; on-site team: open 24 hours.
What should I know before I book at Drift Santa Barbara?
At Drift Santa Barbara: early check-in offered; late check-out offered; Free Wi-Fi; deposit: 1 night; smoking allowed: no.
How far is Drift Santa Barbara from the airport?
From Drift Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is about 8.2 miles away and the nearest major airport, Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport, is about 78 miles away.
Is there a grocery store near Drift Santa Barbara?
Yes — the nearest grocery store is about 250 yards from Drift Santa Barbara.
Is there public transportation near Drift Santa Barbara?
Yes — the nearest public transit stop is about 210 yards from Drift Santa Barbara.
Is Drift Santa Barbara close to the water?
Yes — Drift Santa Barbara is within 1.9 miles of the coast.
What time zone is Drift Santa Barbara in?
Drift Santa Barbara is on Pacific time.
Can I see photos of Drift Santa Barbara?
Yes — the Gallery page has 83 photographs of Drift Santa Barbara, and the Rooms, Dining and Amenities pages show the photos that belong to each.
How will I know my reservation at Drift Santa Barbara is confirmed?
Once you complete your reservation, we send your confirmation to the email address you entered — keep it as your record. If you choose to connect the inbox that email arrives in, the confirmation is recognised automatically; that connection is read-only and can be removed at any time.
Are the rates on this page the best available?
Yes. Reserving directly gives you our best available rate for your dates with no booking fees, and the total price is shown before you confirm.
Policies at a glance
Hours, check-in & check-out
- Front desk: open 24 hours
- Bar hours (Dusk Bar): Mon-Thu 4-6 pm; Sun 3-11 pm; Tue 5-8 pm
- on-site team: open 24 hours
Policies & good to know
- Early check-in offered: yes
- Late check-out offered: yes
- Free Wi-Fi: yes
- Deposit: 1 night
- Smoking allowed: no
Reserve your stay
Choose your dates and confirm your stay at Drift Santa Barbara at the best available rate, with no booking fees.
Rates shown are indicative and confirmed at checkout. Availability and total price for your dates are shown before you reserve.