The Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara offers a pleasant stay with several positive aspects. Guests frequently mention the spacious and comfortable rooms, many of which have been recently refurbished. The hotel's grounds, featuring a pond with ducks, are also a highlight for many visitors. The breakfast, while described as a 'continental' style in some reviews, is noted as a 'better than continental' option by others, suggesting a reasonably good selection of food. However, some inconsistencies in the experience are evident in the reviews. Some guests have reported issues with cleanliness (dusty rooms, dirty balcony), and the parking lot has raised concerns, especially regarding safety and lighting at night. The airport shuttle service is mentioned positively in some reviews, but negatively in others. It is worth noting that the quality of the experience appears to be inconsistent, with some guests receiving well-maintained, refurbished rooms and others receiving rooms described as 'outdated' or with maintenance issues.
Guest highlights
Spacious and comfortable rooms
Grounds with pond and ducks
Helpful staff
Airport shuttle
About the hotel
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a business center, and conference space. Free continental breakfast is provided, as well as free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free airport shuttle. Additionally, dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite.
Nearby attractions
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara is located in Santa Barbara. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Coal Oil Point Reserve and Goleta Butterfly Grove, while Santa Barbara Natural History Museum and Arlington Theater are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Earl Warren Showgrounds or UC SB Events Center. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkeling adventures can be found near the property.
Popular amenities
Parking
Electric car charging station on site
Free 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle
Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
Free self parking on site
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Wifi
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
Guest services
24-hour front desk
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels (on request)
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning service
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Accessibility
Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
Assistive listening devices available
Braille signage
Elevator
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility (select rooms)
Roll-in shower (select rooms)
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Things to do
Access to nearby health club
Heated pool
Outdoor pool
Outdoor
Garden
Pool sun loungers
Conveniences
Elevator
Free newspapers in lobby
Front-desk safe
Vending machine
More
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Local culture & ecosystem education
Smoke-free property
Reviews that mention...
Hotel Reviews
for Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
4 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
Review data
5 star reviews
59%
4 star reviews
18%
3 star reviews
5%
2 star reviews
18%
1 star reviews
0%
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Latest reviews (22)
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Adam
29 Oct 2024 - 30 Oct 2024
reviewed on hcom
5 out of 5 stars
It was clean. The cabby sent by the hotel to the airport was great.
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Dorian
31 Aug 2024 - 1 Sept 2024
reviewed on hcom
4 out of 5 stars
I must say, this was a much better hotel than I expected. Labor Day weekend, so parties in the parking lot. Much better breakfast than continental, nice center pond area with feeding for ducks, turtles, and Koi.Comfortable bed, nice bath (limited shelf space).
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Romesh
3 Jul 2024 - 4 Jul 2024
reviewed on expedia
5 out of 5 stars
Heather was very helpful getting me checked in ahead of time so I could go directly from the airport to the hospital to be with a loved one. Great service!
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Elizabeth
30 May 2024 - 31 May 2024
reviewed on expedia
5 out of 5 stars
Always very friendly staff and arranged our airport shuttle for 4:15am.
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Dwayne
22 May 2024 - 24 May 2024
reviewed on expedia
4 out of 5 stars
Clean room ,crowded parking, shower needs more pressure
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Stephanie
16 May 2024 - 17 May 2024
reviewed on orbitz
5 out of 5 stars
Nice place! Nice balcony, comfy bed. Great to have shuttle to airport! Very nice staff!
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Joni
22 Nov 2023 - 23 Nov 2023
reviewed on orbitz
5 out of 5 stars
hall ways dirty. parking nitght not safe. too dark too many bushes
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Kelley
14 Oct 2023 - 15 Oct 2023
reviewed on orbitz
2 out of 5 stars
This property would be fine if priced like the motel that it is. For the rate we paid I expected cleaner/more modern facilities. We travel a lot and I haven’t felt like I overpaid for a room like this for awhile. Looks like they got some newish furniture and slapped some new paint and wallpaper up and called it renovated. But the walls and floor shows it’s age. AC blows directly on one of the beds making sleeping with it on difficult.
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Janeth
12 Jul 2023 - 14 Jul 2023
reviewed on orbitz
5 out of 5 stars
Better breakfast selection.
More parking
Was a lovely stay!
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RONALD
24 Jun 2023 - 25 Jun 2023
reviewed on orbitz
2 out of 5 stars
The room was small and dusty. The balcony overlooking the parking lot was too filthy to use. Just very disappointing for the amount we paid.