Lemon Tree Inn, Santa Barbara

Lemon Tree Inn - A tropical courtyard hotel with poolside rooms, Italian-Californian dining, and event spaces

Lemon Tree Inn, a 3-star hotel (7.8/10 on Booking.com) in Upper State Street, features poolside rooms with private lanais or balconies overlooking a heated swimming pool. The Crocodile Restaurant serves Italian-Californian cuisine using fresh local ingredients, with a bar offering California wines and global spirits. The hotel includes a conference room for 12-16 guests, equipped with a 60-inch flat-screen TV and climate control. Transportation assistance is available for arrivals by air, rail, or boat. The property’s tropical courtyard, lined with palm and lemon trees, surrounds the pool and hot tub. Lemon Tree Inn is the official hotel of the Santa Barbara County Bowl, hosting world-class performances in a sandstone amphitheater.

Pros

The Crocodile Restaurant serves Italian-Californian cuisine with fresh, high-quality ingredients.

Poolside rooms feature private lanais or balconies facing the heated swimming pool.

The conference room includes classroom-style seating and AV equipment for presentations.

Convenient access to Highway 101 and proximity to local landmarks like Gelson’s Market (0.5 miles).

The rooftop offers views of the tropical courtyard and surrounding mountains.

Cons

No on-site spa or fitness facilities.

Limited dining options outside the Crocodile Restaurant.