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 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.

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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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 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.

Handcrafted Cocktails

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

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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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