Hotel Californian
36 State Street, Santa Barbara, United States of America
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Hotel Californian, Santa Barbara: Certified Dog-Friendly Rank & Review
Hotel Californian received an acceptable C Roch Rank. While all rooms welcome dogs, the lack of a dedicated dog space or garden on-site is a letdown. Dogs are allowed in most public areas, including the bar, restaurant, and patio, which is a plus. However, the inability to leave dogs alone in rooms can be a hassle for owners wanting to explore solo.
The hotel charges a steep $200 per stay for dogs, which feels excessive given the limited amenities provided—no beds, bowls, or treats. On the bright side, there are no weight restrictions, and the proximity to beachfront and parks just two blocks away is a significant advantage for walks.
Overall, while the location offers great outdoor options, the high fee without corresponding perks makes it less appealing. Consider this spot if you're keen on the nearby parks and don't mind the extra cost.
This hotel has been evaluated, ranked, and reviewed using the Roch Standard, the world's first dog friendly standard for the hotel industry. We gathered data directly from the hotel, and benchmarked it against thousands of other hotels in order to fairly derive its rank.
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Parking
Pets allowed
24-hour front desk
Lift
WiFi
Nearby Dog Friendly Trails
1.9 mi away
4.5 mi long
1587.0 ft elevation gain
Activities
hiking, trail-running, horseback-riding
Features
dogs-leash, forest, river, views, waterfall, wildlife
2.2 mi away
3.5 mi long
1190.0 ft elevation gain
Activities
hiking
Features
dogs, hot-springs, views, wild-flowers
2.3 mi away
2.1 mi long
702.0 ft elevation gain
Activities
hiking
Features
dogs-leash, forest, river, views, wild-flowers, wildlife
The east fork of this trail is mostly shady with a few creek crossings and beautiful views toward the top. This loop has some steep sections throughout the hike with a few short scrambles, but as you get to the top the trail flattens out. There are a variety of small waterfalls along the trail, and they are best viewed after a heavy rain or during the winter months.
2.3 mi away
1.6 mi long
442.0 ft elevation gain
Activities
hiking, trail-running, walking
Features
kids, river, views, wildlife
Super nice and fun hike to some waterfalls, involves a lot of climbing and at some points get very steep! The falls can be dry depending on the time of the year.
2.3 mi away
3.2 mi long
803.0 ft elevation gain
Activities
hiking
Features
dogs, forest, river, views, waterfall, wild-flowers, wildlife