The Wayfarer

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“A modern and creative hotel located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, in the trendy Funk Zone. Rooms have a fun, eclectic vibe with faux fur throws and mermaid wallpaper. Bask under the sun beside the outdoor pool. Perfectly located for exploring downtown Santa Babara. A laidback stay.”

Recommended for

  • Beach Life

    • Enjoy activities from beach volleyball, kite flying, swimming, fishing, biking, picnicking, and whale-watching on the beaches

  • Local exploring

    • Nestled in the Funk Zone, just off Lower State Street, this is the perfect spot for checking out the best of Santa Barbara

  • Close to nightlife

    • Located right in the Funk Zone and Lower State Street near the all the fun bars and clubs

  • Hotel boats for hire

    • Check the activity chalkboard for hosted events such as wine tours, yoga, and pub crawls

  • Wine tasting

    • Explore the delights of the Santa Barbara wine country with vineyard tours and tastings

  • Family Suites

    • Private rooms accommodate three persons including children

  • B&B

    • Complimentary coffee bar and continental breakfast

  • Museums

    • Visit the MOXI museum

  • Air conditioning

  • Full of character

  • No restaurant

  • Quirky

  • Downtown

  • Sea Views

  • Beach nearby

Facilities

  • Rooms

    31 rooms in this hotel

  • Family Suites

    Private rooms accommodate three persons including children

  • Swimming Pool

    Outdoor swimming pool

  • Cots available

  • Air conditioning

  • No restaurant

  • Billiard/pool table

  • Bicycle hire

  • Library

  • No pets

  • Parking

  • Games room

  • Wifi

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Concierge

Activities

  • Close to nightlife

    • Located right in the Funk Zone and Lower State Street near the all the fun bars and clubs

  • Hotel boats for hire

    • Check the activity chalkboard for hosted events such as wine tours, yoga, and pub crawls

  • Wine tasting

    • Explore the delights of the Santa Barbara wine country with vineyard tours and tastings

  • Museums

    • Visit the MOXI museum

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The Wayfarer

Definitely in a category of its own. This unique hybrid hotel and hostel puts the fun in funk! Modern, whimsical, eclectic, and even a bit quirky, it’s a delightful departure from the ordinary.

Originally published by The Telegraph

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