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The Waterman

The Waterman

Santa Barbara California
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 12:00 PM
This hotel has renovations that may affect your stay read more
With a stay at The Waterman, you'll be centrally located in Santa Barbara, a 10-minute walk from Stearns Wharf and 12 minutes by foot from Santa Barbara Harbor. This hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Santa Barbara City College and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Santa Barbara Bowl.

Make yourself at home in one of the 31 guestrooms featuring microwaves and LCD televisions. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Property Details

Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a communal living room.

  • Proposal/romance packages available
  • Parking (limited spaces)
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Coworking spaces
  • Swimming nearby
  • Shared microwave
  • Sailing nearby
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Free WiFi
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Bicycle parking available
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Parking onsite
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Surf lessons - nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Rafting nearby
  • Elevator
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Games
  • Uncovered parking
  • Books
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Fishing nearby
  • Table tennis
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Fully fenced
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Change of bed sheets (on request)
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Children's games
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Library
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Smoke-free property
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Use of nearby fitness center (discount)
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Terrace
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Fence around pool
  • Concierge services

Check-in

Check-in is from 4:00 PM until midnight. Guests must be at least 21 to check-in.

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

  • 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
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

Other details

Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of The Waterman.

Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Moreton Bay Fig Tree - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Reagan Ranch Center - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Antioch University - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Paseo Nuevo Mall - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Stearns Wharf - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Carriage and Western Art Museum - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Chase Palm Park - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Cabrillo Bikeway - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
El Capitan Lake - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Casa de la Guerra - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Santa Barbara Harbor - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Santa Barbara Carriage Museum - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Lobero Theater - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
The nearest airports are:
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 16.8 km / 10.4 mi
Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 48.5 km / 30.1 mi
The preferred airport for The Waterman is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA).

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
  • A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).


Hotel policies

General

  • Professional property host/manager
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Essential workers only - NO
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Pets

  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets allowed

Resort fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 35 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.


Other charges

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 35 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

12 E Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, California 93101, United States