The Best Hotels in Lower State, Santa Barbara - 2026 Updated Prices

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel	2.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 223 reviews	View
Hotel Santa Barbara	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,421 reviews	View
Hotel Californian	5.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 972 reviews	View
Haley Hotel	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 659 reviews	View
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View

Where to stay in Lower State

Find the best Lower State areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

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A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

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A coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

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A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.

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Top Lower State Hotel Reviews

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"I was very pleased with our room, our staff, and our front desk staff. It's a great location, easily accessible to the waterfront and the Funk Zone."

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Checking in was really easy. The staff was friendly and helpful. The lagoon is a fun and unique amenity, along with the ducks. We didn’t have a chance to try the breakfast or use the laundry but the room was nice and clean. Ready on time and checking out was easy. Parking is ample and location is close enough to surrounding tourist attractions without having to pay a premium for it to be right next door. Would definitely consider staying here if visiting again."

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The property is very well located a couple of blocks from the beach and a couple of blocks from state street. We had a hiccup with the bathroom plumbing and they very quickly handled this by moving us to a new room and providing a discount for the inconvenience. I also left a small item in the room at check out and CJ took great care and time in locating it for me…he went a vice and beyond in tracking it down and they are shipping it to me. Thank you CJ!"

Frequently asked questions

What is Lower State like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Santa Barbara's Lower State neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit Paseo Nuevo Mall and Moreton Bay Fig Tree as part of your Lower State travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Lower State?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay in Lower State. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Santa Barbara County Courthouse, and it offers a 24-hour fitness centre and free WiFi. Other good options for your stay in the area include Hotel Californian and Riviera Beach House.

How many hotels are there in the Lower State area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, choose from one of Expedia's 19 hotels and other accommodation options in Lower State.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lower State, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Lower State.

What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?

Sights like Reagan Ranch Center and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation can be part of your cultural tour of Lower State. You could also plan a visit to Paseo Nuevo Mall or Moreton Bay Fig Tree while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Lower State include Santa Barbara Art Foundry, De la Guerra Plaza and Casa de la Guerra. While you're out sightseeing, Santa Barbara Historical Museum and Lobero Theater are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.

How can I get around Lower State and the greater Santa Barbara area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Santa Barbara Station.

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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Californian

Riviera Beach House

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Haley Hotel

Moxy Santa Barbara

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Santa Barbara Inn

Inn on Summer Hill

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

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Where to stay in Lower State

Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

East Beach

Top Lower State Hotel Reviews

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

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