Experience the warm hospitality of Lemon Tree Inn, where a rooftop terrace and lush garden set the tone for relaxation. With an on-site restaurant offering pool views, a coffee shop/cafe, and business center with multilingual staff at your service. The outdoor pool with sun loungers is perfect for soaking up the sun while guests rave about the dining options and helpful staff.
Reviews
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Bar
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Free parking
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Outdoor pool
Rooftop terrace
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
Business center
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Garden
Front-desk safe
Feel at home (6)
Private bathroom
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Blackout drapes/curtains
$132 nightly
The total price is $151
$151 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
452 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
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Economy Room, 1 King Bed
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
42 reviews
(42 reviews)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
391 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
7 reviews
(7 reviews)
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
336 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Poolside
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
16 reviews
(16 reviews)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
420 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
39 reviews
(39 reviews)
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
420 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
24 reviews
(24 reviews)
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
525 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Economy Room, 2 Queen Beds
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
28 reviews
(28 reviews)
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
391 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Santa Barbara Harbor - 5 min drive - 5.9 km
Getting around
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 17 min drive
Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 46 min drive
Santa Barbara Station - 12 min drive
UC Santa Barbara Station - 18 min drive
Goleta Station - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Live Oak Cafe - 17 min walk
McConnell's Ice Cream - 2 min drive
Harry's Plaza Cafe - 18 min walk
Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - 7 min walk
Yellow Belly - 7 min walk
About this property
Lemon Tree Inn
Featuring a rooftop terrace, Lemon Tree Inn puts you within a 10-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Bowl. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at The Crocodile Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
96 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Garden
Picnic area
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Desk chair
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
The Crocodile Restaurant - Overlooking the pool and garden, this fine-dining restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Fees & policies
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Also known as
Lemon Tree Inn Santa Barbara
Lemon Tree Inn
Lemon Tree Santa Barbara
Lemon Tree Hotel Santa Barbara
Lemon Tree Inn Hotel
Lemon Tree Inn Santa Barbara
Lemon Tree Inn Hotel Santa Barbara
Frequently asked questions
Does Lemon Tree Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Lemon Tree Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Lemon Tree Inn?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Lemon Tree Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Lemon Tree Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Lemon Tree Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Lemon Tree Inn and nearby?
Lemon Tree Inn has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Lemon Tree Inn?
Yes, The Crocodile Restaurant offers garden views.
What's the area around Lemon Tree Inn like?
Lemon Tree Inn is in North State, a short 3-minute walk from Upper State Street. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Lemon Tree Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Food
Location
Shower
Refrigerator
Bar
What guests liked
The pool area is clean, well-maintained, and a great spot for relaxation. (31 reviews)
The on-site restaurant offered great food, good quality ingredients, and attentive service with a lovely outdoor dining patio. (11 reviews)
Breakfast at the on-site restaurant was consistently praised for its quality and variety. (6 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2025
Great stay
Didn’t know what to expect. Great stay. Rooms are a bit out of date but still spacious and comfortable. The convenience of the restaurant in the hotel made for a great dinner.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
Easy check in and out. Friendly staff. Comfortable room and nice surroundings.
Dorinda
Dorinda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2025
Would stay again!
I needed a place to stay for a night after taking a family member to their UCSB orientation, and this was one of the somewhat cheaper places. Wasn't looking for anything fancy. This place was perfect! I loved that there is a restaurant on site, so I didn't have to leave once I arrived. The room was quiet, spacious for just me and the staff, including the cleaning staff, were all wonderful people. I look forward to staying there again.
Ebenezer
Ebenezer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2025
Nice place to stay
itamar
itamar, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 25, 2025
The service was excellent. Overall it was nice. Very scenic. We had trouble with the tv, they had to replace a cable for it to work. The restaurant on site (The Crocodile)was good but when we ordered breakfast my sons toast had mold on it. They replaced the plate with a new one.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2025
Great spot, very nice hotel, courtyard is beautiful, room is super nice. Will stay there again.
dmitri
dmitri, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2025
Nice clean family friendly
Lynda
Lynda, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 30, 2025
Visit to Santa Barbara was good. Our hotel room as we first walked in was a musky smell. The paint on door in restroom was peeling. Room needed an updated paint job. Outside looked updated. We would give hotel a 2 1/2 stars.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 9, 2025
Always a pleasure to stay at this classic mid-century modern garden hotel. Love the outdoor dining patio.
Leo
Leo, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 25, 2025
Very clean both the property and the rooms
Mary Ann
Mary Ann, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 7, 2025
Food was good, staff were nice.. room cleanliness was average
Gabrielyan
Gabrielyan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 12, 2025
Property is dated, bed was hard to sleep in, it’s close to everything and we absolutely love the dining area restaurant! They have great service and food is great.
Jose
Jose, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 9, 2025
Room was nice, everything better than i expected
Graciela
Graciela, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 7, 2025
Staff was friendly the room could use some updating but the property is beautiful and we had a great stay
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 3, 2025
Pretty comfortable place
Fell in love with front desk 😘
Noe
Noe, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
We love to stay at the Lemon tree! The outside area is amazing and the pool was so clean! The rooms can use a little upgrading but over all we love it there! The staff was very friendly and accommodating!
Tiffany
Tiffany, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 24, 2025
Property was nice. Wish it had a market or vending machines.
Ann Marie
Ann Marie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 22, 2025
The bar could be open later, but besides that it was great! The pool was nice. It was definitely worth the price.
Zaya
Zaya, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 23, 2024
Nice place to stay
Debra
Debra, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 14, 2025
Very disappointed
Centrally located, booked based on rating. However room extremely outdated. Bathroom moldy, little lighting, shower and and taps ancient and poor quality. Bed uncomfortable, floors with old carpet, mold and rust in the bathroom, overall feel of uncleanliness. Regret the stay. We stayed at other properties in Santa Barbara, but for price and even more because of condition of the room, we will never be back at this property. Ratings are extremely inaccurate. Parking is plenty but the hotel I definitely do not recommend.
Vinod
Vinod, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 13, 2025
Super great front desk folks. Place was a so nicei thought i was at the wrong hotel.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2025
Breakfast was amazing!
Kathryn
Kathryn, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 14, 2025
The hotel and the room were outdated, we requested and corner room or a room that shares wall with our friend(we booked 2 rooms) as we have a toddler who cries at night so we didn't want to disturb other guests but they denied and also we found one roach near restroom.
Aravind Reddy
Aravind Reddy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2025
The staff here are amazing! When I had to cut my stay short for an emergency they were gracious about it and accommodated me by refunding the remainder of my stay.