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

A residential area with houses, palm trees, and a road.

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Sandpiper Lodge	2.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 2,587 reviews	View
Lemon Tree Inn	3.5 star property	8.4 Very good 1,333 reviews	View
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott	3.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,204 reviews	View
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara	2.0 star property	7.8 Good 1,020 reviews	View
Town and Country Inn	2.5 star property	7.8 Good 1,008 reviews	View

Where to stay in North State

Find the best North 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 Santa Barbara Harbor.

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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 Arlington Theater 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 North State Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Quiet and clean motel with excellent customer Service at desk. Thank you"

Town and Country Inn

8/10 Good

"This is an older motel that has been remodeled recently. The room itself is quite small with few electrical outlets. On the plus side, The Host is very accommodating, questions concerns were promptly addressed. The A/C can be ICE COLD if desired. Microwave and frig a plus. The beds are quite comfortable. The room is very clean, an example being the beige tile in the shower showing no waterspots or mold. Parking is convenient near the room Lastly, the room is very quiet."

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

8/10 Good

"We had a great stay at this hotel. The room was very clean, and the entire property was quiet and peaceful. Everyone mostly kept to themselves, which made for a relaxing stay. The air conditioning worked amazingly it kept the room nice and cold, which was especially appreciated during the warmer weather. The pool was also clean and well maintained. The only minor downside was that there wasn't a microwave in the room. However, there is a shared microwave located in the laundry room next to the washers, dryers, and vending machines, so it wasn't a huge inconvenience. As for the staff, we honestly didn't interact with them much, so I can't fairly comment on the service. We didn't need to ask for anything during our stay. Overall, we had a very pleasant experience and would definitely consider staying here again."

Beachside Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our family trip with beachside inn. The staff was very friendly and helped us get adjoining rooms. the parking was easy and were able to walk around. Since it was hot the pool was nice and clean. The breakfast buffet was a nice way to start the day, especially with our picky little eaters. overall nice stay."

Frequently asked questions

What is North State like?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Santa Barbara's North State neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Upper State Street and Santa Barbara Golf Club as part of your North State travel plans.

What's a favourite place to stay in North State?

Based on our traveller data, Lemon Tree Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in North State. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Upper State Street, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the area include Sandpiper Lodge and Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara.

How many hotels can I expect to find in North State?

When you want to find places to stay in Santa Barbara, start by booking one of Expedia's 9 hotels and other accommodation options in North State.

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

Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available in North State.

What are the top things to see and do in North State?

If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in North State, consider Upper State Street or La Cumbre Plaza, and pick out the perfect souvenir. A visit to Santa Barbara Golf Club is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. Earl Warren Showgrounds, Jesusita Trail and Emmons Arts Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around North State. Santa Barbara Natural History Museum and Mission Santa Barbara are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara.

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1. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

2. Sandpiper Lodge

3. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

4. Lemon Tree Inn

5. Rose Garden Inn

6. Town and Country Inn

7. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

8. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

9. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

10. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

11. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

12. La Playa Inn

13. The Upham Hotel

14. Inn By The Harbor

15. Hotel Santa Barbara

16. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

17. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

18. Agave Inn

19. Oasis Inn & Suites

20. Santa Barbara Inn

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Where to stay in North State

Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

East Beach

Top North State Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

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