Aircon in the dorms would great

Great vibe and staff very helpful

Stayed in September 2025

great location, Across the street from Amtrak station. two blocks from ocean

Stayed in August 2025

Really nice and friendly hostel. Location is perfect too. You will meet good people here

Stayed in July 2025

Nothing

Beautiful and clean

Stayed in July 2025

The location was fantastic, right near the beach and also the Amtrak station. The staff were so friendly and helpful - I’d accidentally booked the wrong dates and they sorted it out and rearranged for me no problem. The hostel was clean with great facilities (curtains on the beds for privacy which was great). And they did a brilliant open mic night when I was there, loved it!

Stayed in June 2025

The dorms are a little small, so when several people arrive with big suitcases, you'll have to move stuff around all the time. Also, it was noisy at night because of the train station and a loud fan in the room. But the hostel provides free earplugs :) The hostel is not cheap, but Santa Barbara is crazy expensive, so for SB standards, the value is good.

Great hostel that makes it easy to feel at home. Well-equipped kitchen you can use, comfy common area, and outdoor seating. The dorm beds have curtains to give you a bit more privacy. Very friendly and helpful staff and lots of activities to join. It's easy to meet people there, and it doesn't feel anonymous like many other hostels in the US. Breakfast is DIY pancakes with chocolate chips and peanut butter, and sometimes bananas. I got some fruit at a nearby supermarket, and that made for a fantastic breakfast. Location is awesome too, right next to the beach and close to State Street.

Stayed in June 2025

That was the best hostel for my trip. Staff they were so nice and friendly. I love every moment in that hostel.

Stayed in June 2025

Really

Stayed in May 2025

What i kinda learned from staff is that you have to stay focused on what you hope to accomplish in order not to get swept away from your stay. Sometimes the immediate can distract you from any goals you may have. But by and large it's good to consider what others are up to, and possibly consider afresh what you want out of life (or at least... out of your vacation, vocation (ie. washing your own DC dishes)).

So surprised it was more than a bed to sleep in. The first night Maxine supplied s'mores fixings, and got a fire going. Rosey had such a big smile when I first checked in. I learned how much work went in to keeping the facility humming. Alejandro and Hailey kept the place spic n span. Kai and Stella were hosting Soup yoga and dance the night I left, and if I could've I would have loved to postpone my departure, but all my connections were already booked and paid for. The vibe of the place was so friendly and accommodating, which made chit chat and more possible. I loved meeting the 11th graders from a local high school (german). Internationals, I guess, had somehow heard of this place - are we all the same? Americans who travel were present. It seemed to be germans, of which I am about 1/2. When I first came I was afraid to eat - was it really for me? The second night there was spaghetti, and I asked could I have some. Maxine made the most excellent cake for pot luck night. Iwas embarrassed because I didn't have anything to offer, but no one made it an issue, and like the good Jewish mother would say, Eat, eat. I enjoyed meeting people in a setting so conducive to friendship, and would heartily recommend it to shy people.

Stayed in May 2025

A bit expansive for low budget. Breakfast = pancakes and coffee only

Amazing place

Stayed in May 2025

Nothing to not like

Clean comfortable quite relaxing

Stayed in February 2025

I stayed at ITH Hostel in Santa Barbara for a week and had an amazing experience! For a hostel, it really exceeded my expectations. The staff were super friendly and helpful, the atmosphere was welcoming, and it was easy to meet other travelers. Everything was clean and well-maintained, and the location is perfect—just a short walk from downtown and the beach, also directly located at the Amtrak station.They also offer fun activities and free breakfast, which added a lot to the experience. I’d definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone looking for affordable and social accommodation in Santa Barbara!

Stayed in April 2025

I loved everything. Location could not be better. Steps from Amtrak so arriving at 6am and leaving at 6:30am was easy. The beach and piers are a 5 minute walk. I only regret is that I couldn't stay longer.

Stayed in April 2025

Property very clean and welcoming. The staff was amazing and very accommodating. Walking distance to beach, shopping, restaurants.

Stayed in April 2025

Nothing

The socialising events that the hostel hosted. The podcast style beds are great for privacy. Please type of locker space.

Stayed in March 2025

Very small rooms for sleeping

Nice location, clean toilets

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing !!

Everything !!

Stayed in November 2024

I had a super early flight and should have probably gotten a single room vs being in the dorm. I only woke up a couple of times so had it been a normal schedule it wouldn’t have been an issue

The property was clean, comfortable and had a lot of fun seating areas and lots of things you could borrow (that previous travelers had left). The staff are all so incredibly kind and welcoming

Stayed in December 2024

It was one of the most welcoming hostels I have ever been, they were all so gentle and warm and specially Gerald and Reuben they both made us feel like home, we arrived on Thanksgiving so they invited us to join dinner and table games afterwards, we really enjoyed it. Besides there is parking available, the bed was so comfortable and we loved the breakfast. We were just staying a night since we were on a roadtrip but there were so many activities you could do, I would totally come back!

Stayed in November 2024

Small facility, small bathroom but ok for a few days

Location, privacy beds

Stayed in November 2024

It was a quiet dirty in the kitchen in bathroom, people sleeping there and using facilities didn’t really pay attention to clean after them!

Very well located hostel with very friendly staff!

Stayed in November 2024

Santa Barbara hostel was the first hostel on my way up from Los Angeles to San Francisco and I gotta say it was my favourite one! I only spent my night, but I could tell that it's very travelers-friendly as there were daily activities and a whatsapp group that was helpful. I also had a good rest there, the beds were quite spacious and comfortable.

Stayed in September 2024

I dont know see my scores

the location is amazing literally next to the Amtrak and a 1 min walk from the beach. even though it's next to the Amtrak there is somehow no noise nice and hostel is spacious (showers) dorm is a good size beds all of charging ports abd storage and very comfortable

Stayed in November 2024

My room just off the common area was noisy early in the morning.

Bed was comfortable. Great location and staff

Stayed in November 2024