Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

3850 State St., Santa Barbara, CA 93105 United States (USA)
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3.0 Star property
34.441135-119.748886
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3.0/5

Based on 707 guest reviews

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  • Has an outdoor pool!
  • Shuttle to airport available
  • The Avg. Group Discount is 5.1%!
  • Gym is available on property
  • 150 rooms in hotel
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Groups & Meetings rating of 10.0/10
  • 4 meeting rooms in hotel

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Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days

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Local attractions

Mission, Waterfront, Courthouse, Zoo, Museum of Art, Reagan Ranch Center, El Presidio State Historic Park, Casa de la Guerra, Museum of Natural History, Botanic Gardens, Lotus Land, Historical Society Museum, Stow House, Sea Center, Local Beachers, Santa Ynez Wine Country, Chumash Casino, Trolley Tours, Whale Watching, Horseback Riding, Golfing, Shopping and Dining.

Verified reviews of Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked in recently:
"Clean"
Overall score5.0/ 5
Fast check in.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
10-Dec-2025 Verified review, stayed from Wed Dec 10 to Thu Dec 11 2025 at a $156.99 average nightly rate.
"Lovely stay at Best Western Plus"
Overall score4.0/ 5
Our stay was so peaceful and the property was beautiful. Thank you!
(Group coordinator, booked 2 room(s)), from US flag
25-Nov-2025 Verified review, stayed from Mon Nov 24 to Wed Nov 26 2025 at a $156.99 average nightly rate.
"I’ll be back"
Overall score5.0/ 5
I really enjoyed my stay. The room was large, very clean and comfortable. I liked my quiet room in the back. The central location made visiting my family easy. I'm sorry I didn't get to try the breakfast.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
19-Oct-2025 Verified review, stayed from Wed Oct 15 to Fri Oct 17 2025 at a $169.15 average nightly rate.
"Positive experience at Best Western Pepper Tree"
Overall score4.0/ 5
We enjoyed staying at Pepper Tree Inn. Super well located in SB. Easy access. Nicely refreshed interiors. Comfortable with a great breakfast buffet. Well done.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
15-Oct-2025 Verified review, stayed from Fri Oct 10 to Mon Oct 13 2025 at a $272.32 average nightly rate.
"Very relaxing and quiet."
Overall score5.0/ 5
We really enjoyed ourselves and I asked for a late checkout and the fee was reasonable so we will definitely be back.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
02-Sep-2025 Verified review, stayed from Fri Aug 29 to Sat Aug 30 2025 at a $297.99 average nightly rate.
"Best Western Shines."
Overall score4.0/ 5
Well appointed, maintained, cleaned. Great staff.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
01-Aug-2025 Verified review, stayed from Wed Jul 30 to Fri Aug 01 2025 at a $271.99 average nightly rate.
"Friendly, clean and quiet."
Overall score4.0/ 5
Friendly clean and quiet.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
02-Apr-2025 Verified review, stayed from Sat Mar 29 to Sun Mar 30 2025 at a $209.10 average nightly rate.
3.0 out of 5. Based on 707 guest reviews

Property description

Welcome to BEST WESTERN PLUS Pepper Tree Inn! California comfort at its best awaits you when staying at our BEST WESTERN PLUS Santa Barbara.This Santa Barbara hotel is near miles of amazing California coastline, live theater and concert venues. Explore the local beaches and harbor near our large resort-style hotel with two pools, lush gardens and plenty of amenities. Your BEST WESTERN PLUS Pepper Tree Inn features a convenient location close to beaches, Santa Ynez Valley wine country, and downtown shopping, dining and theater.At our Santa Barbara BEST WESTERN PLUS, guests enjoy many amenities with onsite dining, pools, spa, massage room and upscale bathroom amenities. Conveniently located on upper State Street with easy access to Highway 101, the BEST WESTERN PLUS Pepper Tree Inn is adjacent to the upscale, open air boutiques and restaurants of La Cumbre Plaza. We are minutes from downtown Santa Barbara, the Goleta business area, the University of California Santa Barbara and many beaches.The BEST WESTERN PLUS Pepper Tree Inn is a casual resort style hotel with 150 well-appointed guest rooms surrounded by pools and garden courtyards. Guest room amenities include complimentary high-speed wireless Internet, weekday newspaper, flat screen television with complimentary HBO®, a DVD player with complimentary movie rentals, complimentary bottled water, whole fruit, cookies, coffeemaker, refrigerator, iron and ironing board, wall safe, hairdryer, bath robes, air conditioner and phones with data ports and voice mail. Many rooms are equipped with microwaves.Our friendly staff welcomes guests, whether on vacations, business travel or romantic escapes. You'll feel right at home with spacious rooms, luxurious bedding and plenty of space. Enjoy the best of California at a great value. Location is key, and our Santa Barbara hotel is perfectly situated so you'll be close to all area attractions.Reserve your room at BEST WESTERN PLUS Pepper Tree Inn today! Enjoy your stay.

Details / Other expenses

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Year of last renovation: 2024
Floors: 2
Rooms: 150
Corridors: All rooms have exterior hallways
Non-smoking rooms: 150
Rooms with disabled access: 0
Suites: 0
Room windows: Windows do open
Cleaning frequency: Daily
Meeting rooms: 4 View spaces
Meeting space: 312.0 sq. metres
Event space: Holds 100 people
Dist. to food/bars: 0.4 km
Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: 0.8 km
Dist. to the nearest gym: 0.4 km
Lounge/Bar hours: 11AM - 9PM
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved: Yes
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
48 Hours
Nightly parking: $0
Typical group deposit: 50%
Total taxes: 12.00%
Total misc. fees: €2.74 EUR
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
City Tax: 12.20 Per Night
Other Tax: 2.75 Per Night

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Alarm clock
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Central location
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Concierge service
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Credit card accepted: JCB
  • Dinner available
  • DVD Player
  • Electronic key card
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Free local calls
  • Hairdryer available
  • Hair dresser
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Jacuzzi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Licensed bar
  • Microwave in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Private garden grounds
  • Quiet location
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Safe in rooms
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shop
  • Shower
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Telephone - Free local calls
  • Television
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • Travellers cheques accepted
  • Voicemail

Airport & shuttle information

Santa Barbara Airport is about 5 miles away.

Local shuttle info: The hotel offers complimentary shuttle service to the Santa Barbara Airport, Amtrak and the Airbus.

Pet friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry but pets are not allowed.

Cleaning policies

We have a set of guidelines and standards for Best Western – the We Care CleanSM Program. This set of guidelines and standards is aimed at building upon the solid foundation of our already best practices to meet today’s operating needs. We have new requirements aimed at differentiating Best Western from other hotel companies. We will continue to refine these guidelines and standards regularly to ensure we are meeting evolving guest expectations.Our staff • Wash hands frequently for a minimum of twenty (20) seconds with soap and water, hands free/disinfect frequently. All staff must wear gloves and facemasks.

About Best Western Plus

  • Best Western Plus offers upgraded bath amenities, an in-room mini-fridge, and a spacious work desk
  • Fitness room, laundry room, and business center also available
  • FREE high-speed internet, local calls, and long distance access
  • Breakfast is available
  • For the upper mid-scale market, including upgraded amenities and enhanced style and comfort.

The Best Western Plus highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI generated itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: Jeannine's Bakery - Enjoy delicious pastries and breakfast options at this charming bakery. Located 2 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Los Agaves - Savor authentic Mexican cuisine at this vibrant restaurant. Located 1 mile from the hotel.
  • Dinner: The Lark - A popular farm-to-table restaurant offering a diverse menu of seasonal dishes. Located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Santa Barbara Zoo - Explore the beautiful zoo and get up close with various animal species. Located 3 miles from the hotel.
  • Day 2

  • Breakfast: The Shop Café - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at this cozy café. Located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: La Super-Rica Taqueria - Indulge in delicious tacos and Mexican street food at this local favorite. Located 2 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Brophy Bros. - A waterfront seafood restaurant known for its fresh catches and stunning views. Located 2.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Stearns Wharf - Visit the historic pier, enjoy scenic views, and explore the shops and restaurants. Located 2.5 miles from the hotel.

Previously known as:
Best Western Pepper Tree Inn, Santa Barbara Hotel Group

Hotel Rate Trends at Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Rate fluctuations of Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

The graph above is averages of room rates for both our group prices and the lowest online individual rates we could find at the time the group/meeting bid was submitted. The best group/meeting discount shown is 9.6% in January 2026 and the highest average individual rate is $320 in the month of June 2026. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn in a month when rates are lower.

Meeting rooms and event rooms at Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Below are the meeting, conference and event spaces at Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn.

Feel free to use the Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn meeting space capacities chart below to help with your event planning. HotelPlanner specialises in Santa Barbara event planning for hotel rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, as well as negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting room name L x W x H
(Feet)
Size
(sq ft)
Event
5'/6
Event space layout
Crescent
Crescent tables layout
Classroom
Classroom meeting layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow square table layout
U-shape
U-shape meeting layout
Boardroom
Boardroom meeting space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention booth layout
Theatre
Theatre layout
Reception
Reception desk for meetings
Regist.
desk
Registration desk for meetings
Tree Top Room 36 x 36 x 8 1296--/60--603530----/--100----
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Tree Top Room

Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
120.4 Sq. km
Dimensions:
36 x 36 x 8 Ft
Floor level:
2
Windows:
7
Is there natural light?
Yes
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
Yes
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
Full-day space rental fee:
$350.00 USD
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Board Room 44 x 22 x 8 968--/50--403025----/--70----
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Board Room

Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
89.9 Sq. km
Dimensions:
44 x 22 x 8 Ft
Floor level:
Ground level
Windows:
3
Is there natural light?
Yes
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
Yes
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
Full-day space rental fee:
$285.00 USD
Photo of Board Room
Bark Room 32 x 22 x 8 704--/----------20--/--------
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Bark Room

Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
65.4 Sq. km
Dimensions:
32 x 22 x 8 Ft
Floor level:
Ground level
Windows:
8
Is there natural light?
Yes
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
No
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
Full-day space rental fee:
$285.00 USD
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Pepper Suite 15 x 26 x 8 390--/----8----8--/--12----
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Pepper Suite

Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
36.2 Sq. km
Dimensions:
15 x 26 x 8 Ft
Floor level:
Is there natural light?
No
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
No
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System

FAQs about Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn have?

There are 150 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn?

Yes, they have 4 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

Is there a gym at Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property..

Can I get a group rate at Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn?

Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 5.1%.

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