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Maravilla Senior Living Community

5486 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

1.57 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Maravilla Senior Living Community

Maravilla Santa Barbara is a sprawling 20-acre community of beautifully landscaped grounds bordered by mature eucalyptus and the San Jose Creek – within walking distance to prime shopping districts, with the culture and dining scene of downtown Santa Barbara and the Pacific Ocean a short distance away. Add in the charm of Spanish revival architecture that Santa Barbara is revered for. Your own resort-like sanctuary with exceptional amenities and character, this is senior living reimagined and elevated.

Family and resident feedback

1.5 out of 5 from 7 reviews

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★★★★★

Critical

Beware of the deposit

I arrived at Maravilla in [Date Removed] and I will be moving out [Date Removed]. My reasons for moving are based on the fact I do not find the programming available here interesting or intellectually stimulating. I also believe that the cost of the independent living program in the main building and the services provided are not a match. It does not provide good value for money. Finally because I am leaving after six months I have lost my entire deposit of [Amount removed] This is the normal process here, although

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Cleanliness
4.0 / 5
Friendliness
4.0 / 5
Value for Cost
2.0 / 5
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1.0 / 5
Staff
4.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
3.0 / 5
Theodore alperJuly 24, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

A great place for my mother

My mother has been in independent living at Maravilla for about 5 years already. The grounds, landscaping, and staff haven wonderful. She likes all the walking paths, and has made good friends. There is a good variety of food in the dining room. My mom isnt tired of the menu after 5 years, so they are doing something right.

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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
4.0 / 5
Activities
4.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
4.0 / 5
Dirk vMarch 16, 2024

★★★★

Critical

NOT AS GOOD AS YOU HOPE

FOR THOSE WHO CAN AFFORD 10,000 A MONTH IT WILL WORK. IT IS GOLETA, NOTHING SPECIAL VERY DARK AND OLD FASHIONED. YOU WILL GET A EMAIL AND INVITATION TO VISIT. FORMS TO TAKE TO YOUR DOCTOR TO DETERMINE LEVEL OF CARE.

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Cleanliness
4.0 / 5
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1.0 / 5
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1.0 / 5
Activities
1.0 / 5
Marlis SonnenFebruary 22, 2020

★★★★★

Positive

5 Stars

The Maravilla Senior Living Community has been excellent. The staff has been wonderful so far, and I love how clean the facility is. Overall, it's very nice and it has been a positive experience.

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5.0 / 5
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Activities
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AnonymousMay 19, 2015

★★★★

Positive

although this community is very pretty - they have a lot of hidden fees on top of a very expensive monthly fee which put this out of our price range.

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A Place For Mom CustomerDecember 28, 2012

★★★★★

Positive

Fabulous! Excellent in every way. Lots of gardens & court-yards.

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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
A Place For Mom CustomerDecember 25, 2012

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What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Operator
Not yet resolved
Public price status
Not publicly found
Last source check
August 2, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Meals Provided

Health & wellness

  • Incontinence Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Non-Ambulatory Care

Services & convenience

  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Cats Allowed
  • Beautician

Activities & engagement

  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Activities On-site

Outdoor spaces

  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Swimming Pool

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Move-in fee
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