Local Universities
A Favorite Hotel Near UCSB, Santa Barbara City College, & More
Our downtown Santa Barbara hotel has become a favorite place
to stay among college visitors. Our hotel is centrally located in the heart of
the downtown area – just steps away from some of the best restaurants and
shopping – while just a short drive away from UC Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara
City College (SBCC), and Westmont College.
Ideal for visiting friends, parents, or students, discover
The Wayfarer during your next trip to Santa Barbara! It’s the perfect home-base
for experiencing the best of Santa Barbara, while touring its local colleges
and universities.
UC Santa Barbara
552 University Road
Santa Barbara, CA 93106
The University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) is one of
the 10 campuses of the University of California system. Founded in 1891, UCSB
is located on 1,022 oceanfront acres in Goleta, CA – just a 15-minute drive
north from The Wayfarer.
Santa Barbara City College
721 Cliff Dr
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
Santa Barbara City College (SBCC) is a 2-year community
college that is located on 74 acres in Santa Barbara. Opened in 1911, it’s
located in the West Beach area – less than 1 mile from The Wayfarer.
Westmont College
955 La Paz Rd
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Westmont College is an interdenominational Christian liberal
arts college located in Montecito, CA. Founded in 1937, the campus itself
resides in the hills of Montecito and features 110 acres. It’s located just 5
miles south-east from The Wayfarer.