Located in Santa Barbara Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, Tide Pool Villas is near a train station and on the beach. El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Presidio Santa Barbara are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center and Coal Oil Point Reserve. Check out an event or a game at Santa Barbara Bowl, and consider making time for Santa Barbara Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours and whale watching.
MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Santa Barbara Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Stearns Wharf - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Santa Barbara City College - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
Santa Barbara Station - 6 min walk
Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
SB Biergarten - 5 min walk
Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - 3 min walk
Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - 3 min walk
Santa Barbara FisHouse - 9 min walk
Chad’s - 4 min walk
About this property
Tide Pool Villas
This aparthotel features an outdoor pool, a fridge in a common area and a meeting room. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, a garden and barbecues are on-site. Each apartment boasts a fireplace and a jetted bath, while offering a sitting area and a fridge. For a bit of entertainment, a Smart TV comes with digital channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences, such as a microwave and a dining table. Housekeeping is available on request.
Tide Pool Villas offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features fireplaces and complimentary bathrobes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks and dining tables. Beds feature premium bedding. Full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with in-room jetted baths and hairdryers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool.
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The property charges USD 28.50 for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [15 Chapala St]
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per day
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Service fee: 3 per cent
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.0 per day
Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 28.50
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting
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
Frequently asked questions
Does Tide Pool Villas have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.
How much does it cost to stay at Tide Pool Villas?
As of 7 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tide Pool Villas on 10 May, 2026 start from S$377, including 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.
Is Tide Pool Villas pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking at Tide Pool Villas?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Tide Pool Villas?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Tide Pool Villas?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Tide Pool Villas located?
Nestled on the beach, this Santa Barbara Beach aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of West Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor. MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Reagan Ranch Center are also within 5 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 6 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
Tide Pool Villas Reviews
Reviews
6.2
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a great area and beautiful property
Michael
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Karen
6 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Quick trip
Check in process is very slow and our room was not ready
Beautiful property and great location
Karen
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Abigail
29 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved this hotel. It was clean and modern. Really cute touches like encouraging messages in parking spaces and the bamboo garden. Nice vibe.
Abigail
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kadie
14 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great accommodations for the value. Close to everything. Staff is very sweet.
Kadie
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Donna
3 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was large, with kitchen. Free parking and breakfast were provided. The staff was friendly and accommodating. Location was close to beach and shopping.
Great value for area.
Donna
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lesley
27 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great stay right by the ocean.
The room was really spacious. It was very clean and the bed was really comfortable. The bathroom was nice too. The front desk people were very friendly and accommodating. The location is perfect!
Lesley
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
roberta
29 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Nice Stay
Actually were giving a room at Villa Rosa across the street and under same management. It is an older facility with dated furniture but clean and comfortable; lots of nice tile work.
roberta
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Bryce
12 Oct, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super disjointed staff. They gave our room away and then we had to wait over two hours to get checked in. Window in the room was broken, the bed frame had pieces sticking out of it. The bed itself was horribly uncomfortable. I asked the staff if there was anything they could do to compensate for the wait and they said no but they wish they could. Pretty bad experience especially since it was unbelievably expensive.
Bryce
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael
19 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Location was great! Mattress too firm.
Michael
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Rebecca
25 May, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Avoid this hotel!
They have one front desk for 4 hotels. They put us in a different hotel and room than we reserved. It was dirty, smelly and the furniture looked like it was bought at a yard sale. DO NOT STAY HERE!
Rebecca
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John
11 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Resonant & White
Beautiful and inconspicuous!
John
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mayra
26 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super cute! Parking is a bit tight.
Mayra
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Ronald
11 Jun, 2025
Disliked: Amenities
I prepaid for this site, when we arrived, the desk attendent could care less we stood there waiting to be checked in, there was no one else there, then she tells us its an extra $30.00 a day above the $1,200.00 we already paid. So an extra $180.00 for a room with clogged shower and bathroom sink drains
Ronald
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Edgardo
17 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really loved the space available inside of our room. Incredibly spacious in our king studio with a full kitchen and full sized fridge. My wife and I loved being able to take a walk to Chad’s for brunch and later on a walk just across the street to walk to the beach and pier. The staff was very communicative the whole time via text with me and very flexible with my late check in also. Cleanliness inside of our room and in the common areas as well. My wife and I cannot wait to go back again and stay at this hotel, will definitely be our go to hotel from now on!
Edgardo
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michel
24 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect
Michel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly
12 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our room was great. Lots of construction going on that took away from the tranquility. We cooked 2 meals in the kitchen no problem.Happy hour and contont
Facilities were fine. Trying to get a hold of anybody was absolutely ridiculous. Had an issue with the room it took well over 15 minutes to get hold of the manager on the phone. Get a text if you need something, asked for more towels, never came
Stephen
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Billy
6 Feb, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort, communication
Room was very small. Checkin was across the street at a hotel by another name. Otherwise breakfast was good and service was good.
Billy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Tanya
27 Apr, 2025
Our rooms weren’t ready till after four. They had no idea which rooms were vacant and which weren’t. As well as which rooms were clean or not. We had three books room and didn’t get our last one till 4:30 when check in starts at three.
Tanya
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
RayE
18 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Beautiful hotel. But some very small rooms
There was some mix up at check in and the room we paid for was not available.
Also we needed a dog room which apparently even though I stated it in the notes was not reservable
In the end we got a very tiny room with a sub par access path and wasn’t able to really enjoy any of the real beauty of the hotel, except for in lobby
Hotel tried to make it right. But it was still very disappointing.
The location of the hotel is fantastic. The inside and outside of the hotel is very beautiful.
You do need to be careful not to get placed in one of the tiny rooms.