The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Welcome to The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Santa Barbara Hotel & Suites: Your Central Coast Retreat

Escape to The Steward Santa Barbara, a serene retreat nestled in the heart of California’s Central Coast. Situated on 4.7 acres of historic Sexton House grounds, our hotel offers a tranquil forest hideaway with a hidden piano, lush gardens perfect for picnics, yoga, and lawn games by the fire pit. Relax in our spacious one-bedroom suites featuring natural wood elements, a Fellow Kettle with locally... See More sourced FRINJ Coffee, two TVs, a dining/work nook, mini-fridge, and queen-sized sofa sleeper. Gather with family and friends by the indoor fireplace at Terra, our on-site restaurant and bar, or outdoors in our daybed swing and picnic tables. Soak up the California sun with a dip in our swimming pool, complete with sun loungers and poolside cabanas. Enjoy farm-to-table cuisine at Terra, open daily for breakfast and dinner, and explore nearby Santa Barbara attractions for the ultimate Central Coast experience. See Less

Summer Package at The Steward Santa Barbara
Relax with a fun picnic experience at The Steward hotel in Santa Barbara with our lush garden lawns. Our Santa Barbara Summer Package includes a picnic basket with choice of two seasonal sandwiches or salads, kettle-cooked chips and wellness juice, and use of beach towels with an overnight stay.
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Rooms & Suites

Offers & Packages

  • MEMBER EXCLUSIVE
    May 27, 2025 — August 15, 2025
    Summer Member Exclusive: 3K Bonus Points
  • Lemon Bar at Terra
    August 21, 2024 — August 21, 2025
    Love Grows Romance Package
  • adventure
    June 16, 2025 — August 31, 2025
    Golden Getaway Package
  • party
    June 16, 2025 — August 31, 2025
    Picnic & Stay Getaway
  • Terra Pappardelle Pasta
    September 6, 2024 — September 6, 2025
    Dining in the Garden Package
  • Poolside Cabanas
    April 15, 2025 — November 15, 2025
    AAA Hotel Discount

Dining Inspired by Simplicity

Indulge in food that nourishes and delights at Terra, our on-site restaurant and bar, open daily for breakfast and dinner. Experience organic, farm-to-table California cuisine inspired by Provençal and Mediterranean traditions with a menu curated by Executive Chef Augusto Caudillo. Graduating from Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, he honed his skills in various kitchens, including the esteemed... See More Fess Parker Wine Country Inn in Los Olivos and Lucky’s Steakhouse in Montecito. Caudillo's dishes offer a tantalizing blend of aesthetics and nutrition — a testament to his love of crafting memorable experiences. See Less

Handcrafted Cocktails

FEATURED AMENITIES ON-SITE

Property Amenities On-Site

included amenity (1)

  • Gift Shop

  • Convenience Store

  • All-Suites

  • Outdoor Pool

  • Whirlpool

  • Cabanas/Palapas

  • Digital Check In

  • Meeting Space

  • Fitness Center

  • Free Wifi

    Free for Marriott Bonvoy Members

  • Mobile Key

  • Guest Room Entertainment

  • Valet Dry Cleaning

  • Same Day Dry Cleaning

  • Service Request

  • Daily Housekeeping

  • Bicycle Rental

    Complimentary

HOTEL INFORMATION

Check-in: 4:00 pm

Check-out: 11:00 am

Smoke Free Property

Front Desk
Staffed
Pet Policy

Pets Welcome

Dogs only

Non-Refundable Pet Fee Per Stay: $150.00

Maximum Pet Weight: 50.0lbs

Maximum Number of Pets in Room: 2

Parking

On-Site Parking

Daily: $32.00

More Ways to Enjoy Your Stay

Fitness center in renovated historic barn

Fitness

Fitness Center

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Cabana Package

Waterfront

Cabanas

Spend summer poolside at The Steward hotel in Santa Barbara with our Poolside Cabana Package which includes a cabana rental, 2 bottles of water, a seasonal charcuterie board, and bubbly beverage to enjoy. Reserve a cabana through ResortPass.

OUR LOCATION

GETTING HERE

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

5490 Hollister Avenue, Santa Barbara, California, USA, 93111

Tel: +1 805-683-6722

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