The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Best hotel

AC unit was very loud couldn’t sleep until I turned it off and slept in the heat. Hot water ran out in the shower after three minutes.

The property itself is unique and pretty. The grounds are well kept and peaceful. The AC in the room did not work very well. There were also ants in the living room, bathroom sink and by the beds. There is no elevator on property either.

Awesome place, this is a hidden gem!

clean room friendly staff good breakfast and cocktails

The bartender was very nice and friendly, but unfortunately, some of the other staff members were not as welcoming. Overall, the hotel itself was pleasant, but the customer service could be more consistent.

Facilities were good, except the uncomfortable sofa bed ( although that was expected if I’m honest, just not something I’d want do again ) and the food we had at breakfast was outstanding as was the service. Only moan would be the entrance is almost impossible to see in the dark - poorly lit and no visible signage - so we sailed past it and had to go round the block - back on and of the freeway - when we arrived.

The pool was overcrowded with loud children and toddlers and not sure how many “day passes” they sell to external visitors. The food was mediocre and staff not adequate for serving breakfast which was unacceptably slow in coming… Regrettable

Lovely hotel, great food and drink. Staff were lovely. Would definitely recommend and I would certainly stay again if I ever travelled to Santa Barbara again.

Nice

Stayed for one night. Room was just right for what we needed. Nicely decorated and clean. Beautiful grounds.

Love this hotel. Everyone super nice and the property is beautiful. Would just make sure to request a room not facing the highway as it is a bit loud.

I had a great experience! The staff were incredibly nice, welcoming, and accommodating throughout my visit. They made me feel comfortable from the moment I arrived. The place itself was cute, clean, and very well maintained, creating a pleasant and inviting atmosphere. I would definitely recommend it and look forward to coming back!

Best so far

N/A

Very basic property nothing special

The landscape, the quaintness The air conditioning was very loud in our room, the pillows were awful, they were too full , my neck and head couldn’t get support. Handicap ramp is need at the building where room 114/115 etc.

The property is stunning and our room was very clean and spacious. I can not think of one negative thing to say about our stay.

For the price it should have been better but maybe this was just a fluke. The property is amazing.

First thing, this hotel has something others don't in Goleta, centralized air that keeps the room cool. So many hotels in Goleta have one wall air conditioning unit located closest to one bed-that person freezes and the others boil. This room was a great temperature all night. The bed was super comfy, bathroom and shower large, sink outside the bathroom so more than one person can get ready at a time. The bartender was friendly and made good drinks, the front desk staff was friendly, helpful and full of interesting info about the historic house on property. Decor in the rooms is super cute and requested items/help arrived quickly. The property and pool area are really cute. No free breakfast, but it's not really that kind of hotel. Only downside is the pull out bed was really uncomfortable- our teenager could feel every spring. Nice separation between "the bedroom" and "living room".