Hotels with EV Charging in Santa Barbara, CA (2026)
Santa Barbara caters heavily to Tesla drivers — 4 of 5 hotels have Tesla Destination chargers. Most support non-Tesla EVs too via J1772 adapters.
116 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
🌙 Level 2: full charge (~200–300mi) in 8 hrs overnight
Montecito Inn
Tesla Dest.1295 Coast Village Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
🌙 Tesla Destination: full charge in 6–10 hrs overnight
Hotel Californian
Tesla Dest.36 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
🌙 Tesla Destination: full charge in 6–10 hrs overnight
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Tesla Dest.633 E Cabrillo Blvd., Santa Barbara, CA 93103
🌙 Tesla Destination: full charge in 6–10 hrs overnight
Belmond El Encanto
Tesla Dest.800 Alvarado Pl, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
🌙 Tesla Destination: full charge in 6–10 hrs overnight
EV Charging Tips for Santa Barbara Hotels
- ✅ Call ahead — some hotels restrict chargers to registered guests only. Confirm port availability when booking.
- ⚡ Level 2 = overnight charging — at 6.2 kW, an 8-hour stay adds ~50 kWh (160–300 miles depending on your EV).
- 🔴 Tesla Destination chargers — 4 hotels in Santa Barbara use Tesla's Magic Dock or older Gen 2 Wall Connectors. Non-Tesla EVs need a NACS adapter.
- 📱 Download the app before arrival — ChargePoint, Blink, and Tesla apps let you start sessions remotely and check real-time availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do hotels in Santa Barbara have EV charging stations?
Yes — 5 hotels in Santa Barbara, CA have on-site EV charging stations, with a total of 21 Level 2 ports.
Is there a Tesla Supercharger near hotels in Santa Barbara?
Yes — Five Points Shopping Center - Tesla Supercharger is nearby with 16 DC fast ports.
Do hotels charge extra for EV charging?
Most hotels in Santa Barbara charge a fee for EV charging, typically per session or per kWh. Check individual hotel listings above for current pricing details.