Built in 1960, Lemon Tree Inn offers retro-chic rooms and suites set on lush tropical gardens, blending midcentury-modern style with a prime location in Santa Barbara.
Guests enjoy poolside leisure, a hip cocktail bar, and onsite Californian and Italian dining, with some rooms featuring patios or balconies for relaxing views.
What's Included:
🛏 Midcentury-modern rooms and suites
🏊 Heated outdoor pool and hot tub
🍽 Polished restaurant with patio dining
Important Information:
Pets are not allowed on the premisesRoom service is available for added convenienceBreakfast is paid separatelyBus stop located just across the street for easy transit accessThe blend of retro style and gardening tranquility makes Lemon Tree Inn a unique, stylish choice for visitors to the Santa Barbara North State neighborhood.
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
📍 Local Insights
🏊 Poolside Bottom Floor Rooms: Choose poolside ground-floor rooms for immediate access and a peaceful garden view.
🕰 Late Check-Out Possible: Frequent guests mention the front desk's flexibility on late check-out when requested upfront.
🚌 Easy Transit Access: The bus stop is just across the street, making downtown and beach access convenient without driving.
🌿 Quiet Interior Rooms: Request interior courtyard-facing rooms for quieter nights away from street noise.
Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Guests appreciate Lemon Tree Inn's retro charm, beautiful gardens, heated pool, and attentive bar staff. The convenient location near shops and transport is a plus. However, issues such as mold odors, dated rooms, inconsistent housekeeping, and occasional grumpy front desk staff are commonly reported, sometimes affecting the overall stay quality.
Last updated on
January 9th, 2026
