Lemon Tree Inn

3.5 star property
Santa Barbara hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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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

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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
The current price is CNY603
CNY689 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Economy Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 92 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • 42 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Poolside

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
2819 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105

What's nearby

  • Upper State Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mission Santa Barbara - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Earl Warren Showgrounds - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Santa Barbara Golf Club - 20 min walk - 1.7 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

  • ‪Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Presto Pasta - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Live Oak Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Los Agaves - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute drive of Santa Barbara Zoo. 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.

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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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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

8.4

Very Good

8.2/10

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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Service staff
Bed
Bathroom
Food
Location
Shower
Refrigerator
Bar

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant offered good food, impressive selection, and attentive service. (17 reviews)
  • The pool area was clean, well-maintained, and a fantastic experience for families. (33 reviews)
  • Breakfast at the property's restaurant was consistently great with many reviewers praising the quality and variety of the meals. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great little hotel - wish they had a hot tub
Scott, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Parking was great, room clean, pool area very nice, staff good
Pauline, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and spacious
Scott, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place with a good restaurant, excellent service and room amenities.
Dona, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable, clean and a great Resturant. Staff was friendly.
Lydia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay!
Kai, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location was central to exploring Santa Barbara.
Lynn, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Convenient location close to dinning and shopping.
Adriana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The place is incredible close to everything
Victor, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room wasc very clean, balcony view was excellent! Very quiet for our Friday and Saturday night stay. Especially pleased with the excellent in-hotel "Crocodile" restaurant wherec menu options were flavorful and and reasonably priced. One of the best hotel restaurants I have experienced,
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay

Very clean and in a great environment. Close to downtown and located on state street
Mehdi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and accommodating staff overall. Room was clean and welcoming with a quiet balcony view. Breakfast was great as well. Will be back on our next trip!
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place.
Kimberly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place

We had a great overnight stay for a concert at the Bowl
Dean, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location. Crocodile bar is great!
Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Located close to downtown, beautiful setting. Inside was a little outdated, still a great place to stay.
Claudia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great quite area yet close enough to drive to the beach, good size rooms, pool & restaurant and bar inside. Good parking, thanks to all the friendly staff.
Laura, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a nice quaint old hotel. I love the layout where the courtyard in the middle has big trees, grassy mounds, and tables outside your back door of your room. Another bonus was having a delicious restaurant on site.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice clean place
Poh, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Having a nice restaurant
Nery, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay
itamar, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The beds were very comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful. Restaurant has very good food selections
Susan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

mostly pretty nice. and their restaurant is very good.
YoungEun, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I love this hotel,thanks so much
Varduhi, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We stay here all the time and love its convenience to local stuff.
Eric, 1-night trip