ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Hostel/Backpacker accommodation134 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CA, United StatesShow on map

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Fabulous

Guests rate it highest for location, service and food.

Check-in from 4:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM.
Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.3 out of 10, at 134 Chapala Street.
Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.

Vibrant Beach Hostel Experience in Santa Barbara

Prime Location: Located just 400 meters from West Beach, ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel offers easy access to popular attractions like Santa Barbara City College and Antioch College.

Social Atmosphere: With a shared lounge, evening entertainment, and a shared kitchen, guests can mingle and make new friends during their stay.

Convenient Amenities: Enjoy the convenience of private parking, a terrace, and barbecue facilities. The cozy rooms feature shared bathrooms and comfortable bed linen.

What this place offers

Parking
Heating
Terrace
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
Fishing
Safety deposit box
Horse riding
Golf course
Car hire

Rooms

8.8

Fabulous

Rated 8.8 out of 10 by 816 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness8.3
Service9.3
Location9.3
Rooms8.2
Amenities8.8
Value8.7
Food & drink8.8

Guests mention

Great locationWelcoming staffClean facilitiesGood breakfast

FrancesUnited States
September 2026Couple
Our stay was pleasant and fun. The staff and the cleanliness of the bathrooms are the strengths of this hostel.
Very close to downtown and the beach. Can stay here without a car if plan is only going around Santa Barbara and staying close to places served by MTB bus lines. For a hostel, they were able to keep the bathrooms and the…
MayaBulgaria
September 2026Solo traveller
Everything was incredible! The staff, especially Rosey, were so friendly and helpful, the location was amazing, and everything was super clean and felt brand new. They even gave us a free surf lesson, and there are…
JacquelineAustralia
September 2026Solo traveller
Chill beach stay
Chill and beachy vibes. Mostly welcoming and friendly staff. Well maintained facilities. I really loved the capsule style bunk beds with curtain, fan, lamp, power and shelf. Cool outdoor hangout area.
There was was staff…
KieranUnited Kingdom
September 2026Solo traveller
This is a special place. A hostel like hostels should be with a welcoming space and hosts and guests that easily build a community. Had the pleasure of being there for 3 nights I had the best time. First got off my train…
JeanieUnited States
August 2026Solo traveller
Great location, nice grounds - would stay here again
Great location, beautiful grounds and great set up for a hostel
There was a smell in the hostel, not sure what it was, and it was a little hot - open windows and fans helped
Natalia NoelMexico
August 2026Solo traveller
Me gustó mucho que una de las personas que me atendió procuró hablar en español para entendernos mejor y me dio recomendaciones.
También me gustó que incluía desayuno lo cual es una gran opción.
Y que está muy cerca…

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.

Where you’ll be

134 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CA, United States

Guests rate the location 9.3 out of 10 — superb.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 4:00 PM until 10:00 PM

Check-out by 11:00 AM

Children welcome

No pets

Paid parking on site

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

What time is check-in and check-out at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel?

Check-in is from 4:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel?

Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.

How do I book ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel?

134 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CA.

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