
Compare Assisted Living around Santa Barbara (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| Covenant Living at the Samarkand | AL MC NH SNF | Santa Barbara (Samarkand) | 379
Facility
379
CA AVG
104
Rank
#31 / 1648 | No |
50
Facility
50
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1343 / 2087 | 90
Facility
90
CA AVG
81
Rank
#398 / 1399 | 6 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
13
Rank
#210 / 1388 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#599 / 1160 | 33
Facility
33
CA AVG
13
Rank
#92 / 1494 | 85.2% | A+ | Covenant Living West | - |
| Heritage House | AL MC | Santa Barbara (Goleta) | 68
Facility
68
CA AVG
104
Rank
#1013 / 1648 | No |
67
Facility
67
CA AVG
57
Rank
#829 / 2087 | 96
Facility
96
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1 / 1399 | 5 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1 / 1388 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1160 | 23
Facility
23
CA AVG
13
Rank
#292 / 1494 | 85.3% | - | Heritage House Group | Private Rooms |
| Vista Del Monte Retirement Community | AL IL MC | Santa Barbara (Hidden Valley) | 266
Facility
266
CA AVG
104
Rank
#74 / 1648 | Yes |
18
Facility
18
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1869 / 2087 | 91
Facility
91
CA AVG
81
Rank
#355 / 1399 | 37 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#324 / 1388 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#412 / 1160 | 28
Facility
28
CA AVG
13
Rank
#159 / 1494 | 75.6% | A+ | Walgenbach, Brian & Gill, Doug | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Casa Dorinda | AL MC NH SNF | Santa Barbara | 360
Facility
360
CA AVG
104
Rank
#34 / 1648 | No |
2
Facility
2
CA AVG
57
Rank
#2039 / 2087 | 86
Facility
86
CA AVG
81
Rank
#630 / 1399 | 5 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#525 / 1388 | - | 32
Facility
32
CA AVG
13
Rank
#108 / 1494 | 85.3% | - | Montecito Retirement Association | - |
| Wood Glen Hall | AL IL RC | Santa Barbara (East San Roque) | 72
Facility
72
CA AVG
104
Rank
#977 / 1648 | No |
54
Facility
54
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1240 / 2087 | 85
Facility
85
CA AVG
81
Rank
#687 / 1399 | 11 | 14
Facility
14
CA AVG
13
Rank
#991 / 1388 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#412 / 1160 | - | 68.1% | A+ | Wood Glen Hall Inc | Private Rooms |
| Alexander Gardens | AL MC | Santa Barbara (Upper East) | 36
Facility
36
CA AVG
104
Rank
#1230 / 1648 | No |
64
Facility
64
CA AVG
57
Rank
#922 / 2087 | 86
Facility
86
CA AVG
81
Rank
#630 / 1399 | 7 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
13
Rank
#588 / 1388 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
3
Rank
#753 / 1160 | 10
Facility
10
CA AVG
13
Rank
#667 / 1494 | 63.9% | - | Gl And Vl LLC | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Mission Villa | AL HOS MC RESC | Santa Barbara (Oak Park) | 15
Facility
15
CA AVG
104
Rank
#1288 / 1648 | No |
73
Facility
73
CA AVG
57
Rank
#641 / 2087 | 72
Facility
72
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1050 / 1399 | 9 | 9
Facility
9
CA AVG
13
Rank
#809 / 1388 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
3
Rank
#829 / 1160 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1108 / 1494 | 80.0% | A+ | Universal Bond, LLC | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Maravilla | AL IL MC | Santa Barbara (Calle Real) | 131
Facility
131
CA AVG
104
Rank
#482 / 1648 | Yes |
42
Facility
42
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1523 / 2087 | 67
Facility
67
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1155 / 1399 | 12 | 10
Facility
10
CA AVG
13
Rank
#845 / 1388 | 7
Facility
7
CA AVG
3
Rank
#984 / 1160 | 11
Facility
11
CA AVG
13
Rank
#614 / 1494 | 95.4% | - | Maravilla Subtenant LLC And Srg Managment LLC | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Cliff View Terrace | AL | Santa Barbara (Alta Mesa) | 72
Facility
72
CA AVG
104
Rank
#977 / 1648 | No |
72
Facility
72
CA AVG
57
Rank
#673 / 2087 | 89
Facility
89
CA AVG
81
Rank
#461 / 1399 | 5 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#324 / 1388 | - | 33
Facility
33
CA AVG
13
Rank
#92 / 1494 | 55.6% | - | Cliff View Terrace, Inc | - |
| Westmont of Santa Barbara | AL IL MC | Goleta | 99
Facility
99
CA AVG
104
Rank
#726 / 1648 | Yes |
24
Facility
24
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1793 / 2087 | 59
Facility
59
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1300 / 1399 | 23 | 24
Facility
24
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1182 / 1388 | 18
Facility
18
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1129 / 1160 | 8
Facility
8
CA AVG
13
Rank
#746 / 1494 | 72.7% | A- | Mariposa Mgr Gp Of Mariposa Oper And Westmont Living | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Garden Court at Villa Santa Barbara | AL IL | Santa Barbara (Laguna) | 126
Facility
126
CA AVG
104
Rank
#520 / 1648 | Yes |
94
Facility
94
CA AVG
57
Rank
#87 / 2087 | 77
Facility
77
CA AVG
81
Rank
#924 / 1399 | 10 | 9
Facility
9
CA AVG
13
Rank
#809 / 1388 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
3
Rank
#895 / 1160 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1215 / 1494 | 73.8% | - | Ventas Santa Barbara Opco, LP And Capital Sr. Mgmt 2 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed |
Managed by Senior Resource Group, Maravilla is a senior living community in Santa Barbara, California. It offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community is operated by Maravilla Subtenant LLC and SRG Management LLC, with Ruth E. Grande serving as the administrator.
The three-story community has 131 beds. It offers suites along with one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom residences. Maravilla has served residents for 11 years. Currently, it has an occupancy rate of 95%, which shows residents and families have a steady home here.
Resident services include beauty services, housekeeping, transportation, a swimming pool, fitness and recreation programs, and a variety of social activities. The community also offers the Zest Wellness fitness and wellbeing program, the Dine Your Way dining program and the broader SyneRGy wellness initiative. The Walk Score for the neighborhood is 42, so it’s somewhat walkable. You can walk to a few places nearby, but for most trips and errands, you’ll need a car.
State inspections have mainly focused on staff training, communication, building safety systems, and the timely delivery of care, including mobility assistance and family communication. Earlier inspections also identified a caregiver background check issue that was later corrected. Families touring Maravilla may want to ask how these areas are monitored as part of the community’s daily operations.
Cliff View Terrace is a 72-bed nursing home at 1020 Cliff Drive in Santa Barbara, California, operated by Cliff View Terrace, Inc. The community has been operating for 33 years and is found in a highly walkable neighborhood (Walk Score: 72), where a majority of errands can be done on foot and many essentials are within a short walk.
Cliff View Terrace delivers comprehensive nursing care supported by an on-site medical staff and doctor on staff. 24-hour staffing is available. The community emphasizes meal and dietary expertise as part of its care model, and service staff are spotlighted as central to the community’s operational philosophy.
State health inspections on file signify that the facility maintains its regulatory compliance with no recent deficiencies or citations, implying consistent adherence to health and safety standards.
Have a blissful retirement with the distinguished senior living community of Westmont of Santa Barbara in Goleta, CA, which provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care services. With its commitment to improving residents’ quality of life, the community features purposely built and sophisticated amenities, alongside top-tier care and assistance. Residents have more time to do the things they love with a compassionate and highly trained team caring for their personal needs and household responsibilities.
Here, residents always have something new to learn with a full calendar of enjoyable activities and engaging events that encourage them to maintain an active lifestyle. Delightful and healthy meals are also available throughout the day, ensuring residents have a satisfactory dining experience. Westmont of Santa Barbara doubles its efforts to create a haven where residents thrive and reach their full potential with its state-of-the-art amenities and a trusted community.
Garden Court at Villa Santa Barbara is an exquisite independent and assisted living community that boasts resort-style living in a modern apartment complex exclusively for seniors in the city. The retirement home encourages its seniors to maintain independence while receiving exceptional care from compassionate staff. The compassionate staff truly cares about its residents and families by creating a welcoming and comfortable environment that helps residents feel more comfortable.
As a Sonida Senior Living community, Garden Court provides a list of comprehensive amenities and services that help make its residents’ lives hassle-free. These include 24-hour licensed supervision, medication services, balanced meals provided, engaging scheduled activities, and a full-service salon.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
03
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
04
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Santa Barbara, CA
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in California?
Assisted living in California supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in California?
Assisted living in California is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does California Medicaid cover assisted living?
California Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including California) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is assisted living?
Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.
How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?
This page features 14 assisted living facilities in Santa Barbara, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Santa Barbara, CA?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Santa Barbara, CA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Santa Barbara, CA?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.












