Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
East Beach, Santa Barbara
“Coastal mission-style landmark”
Vibe
An expansive beachfront resort where Spanish Colonial architecture meets the breezy energy of Santa Barbara’s nearby Funk Zone.
“Coastal mission-style landmark”
Expansive 24-acre campus with tennis and regional largest pool.
Coastal-inspired interiors near the Funk Zone urban wineries.
Mission-style architecture and formal beachfront service tradition.
A high-activity beachfront hub near the Funk Zone district.
Rooms
Driftwood-inspired interiors and ocean-blue tones flow through rooms that all feature private balconies or patios facing the Pacific.
Backstory
Opened in 1986 as Fess Parker’s namesake resort, the landmark property underwent a major transformation into a Hilton flagship in 2018.
Wellness
The tree-lined campus features the region’s largest outdoor pool and the newly opened Float Luxury Spa for seaside rejuvenation.
Eat & drink
Locally sourced California flavors define Rodney’s Grill, while fire pits at The Set invite sunset drinks overlooking East Beach.
The neighborhood
Set directly across from the palms of East Beach, the resort is a short walk from the Funk Zone’s urban wineries.
The app
Hotel Please was drawn for the phone in your hand — and this is the flat version of it.