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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,060 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. Clean and great service! "
United States
Robert
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Exterior
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,835 reviews)
"It was a beautiful place to stay"
United States
Joseph
The price is ฿5,245
฿5,990 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Inn By The Harbor
Reception
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (981 reviews)
"The staff were friendly and helpful, the room comfortable and very clean, and we had a great stay."
United States
James S
The price is ฿3,388
฿3,863 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Great staffs and excellent location. "
United States
Nick
The price is ฿4,226
฿4,818 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Marina Beach Motel
Room amenity
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,221 reviews)
"Nice motel in a nice location at a good price "
United Kingdom
carl
The price is ฿3,066
฿3,501 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Reception
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,115 reviews)
"Room was spotless, comfortable and staff was great."
United States
Roderick
The price is ฿6,893
฿8,015 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Hotel Santa Barbara
View from property
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,103 reviews)
"Great complimentary breakfast and location. "
United States
Kristine
The price is ฿4,674
฿5,329 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Lobby sitting area
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,104 reviews)
"Was a good hotel "
United States
Hani
The price is ฿3,426
฿3,912 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Beachside Inn
Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Guillermo
The price is ฿4,834
฿5,520 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Riviera Beach House
Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect location, great value, cute rooms"
United States
Stan
The price is ฿3,922
฿4,478 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Fountain
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,039 reviews)
"Great brunch, beautiful property and helpful staff"
United States
Kritika
The Franciscan Hotel
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view
Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, great views , and lovely staff. "
United States
Laura
The price is ฿8,753
฿9,998 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Santa Barbara Inn
Courtyard
Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
San Roque
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great room, clean, convenient "
United States
Trevor
The price is ฿2,569
฿2,929 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Oasis Inn & Suites
Reception
The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location and clean rooms. "
United States
Tim
The Inn at East Beach
Free daily continental breakfast
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,316 reviews)
"Easy place with great location."
United States
Robert
The price is ฿5,245
฿5,990 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Exterior
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Breakfast was fresh and there were a lot of variety."
United States
Vivian
The price is ฿5,307
฿6,166 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Sports facility
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,010 reviews)
"Wonderful stay, would stay again"
United States
Nereyda
The price is ฿5,459
฿6,437 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Deluxe Apartment | Interior
Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
The price is ฿5,068
฿9,003 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Casa Yano by The Beach
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | View from room
Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel is older architecture and had that classic feel. The rooms are small but comfortable. The hotel is at the beginning of a very nice street with restaurants and shopping. The staff is great !"
United States
Joseph
The price is ฿5,929
฿8,077 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Montecito Inn
Lobby sitting area
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
North State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,115 reviews)
"My family loves this hotel"
United States
Katia
The price is ฿2,861
฿3,262 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Sandpiper Lodge
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Luxury Apartment | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster

Casa Castillo

4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
10/10Exceptional (1 review)
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Price is ฿7,285
฿18,962 total
includes taxes & fees
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Where to stay in Santa Barbara

Find the best Santa Barbara areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Santa Barbara
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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.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara featuring a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

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.

West Beach

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

The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

Stay near popular Santa Barbara attractions

Giraffe

Santa Barbara Zoo

4.4/5 (660 reviews)
Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Starting off a great day of fishing with a beautiful #sunrise over the Santa Barbara Harbor #adventure #ocean #California
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Open Photo by Sean Coleman

Santa Barbara Harbor

4.5/5 (615 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Santa Barbara and related destinations

Nestled between mountains and sea, this Spanish-influenced coastal paradise offers wine tasting and red-tiled architecture along State Street. Rent bikes to explore the palm-lined waterfront, then catch sunset from Stearns Wharf where locals recommend the fresh seafood.

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aerial view of Shoreline Park and The Mesa, Santa Barbara, California

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More cheap stays in Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street

3505 State Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿2,855 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
฿2,855
฿3,255 total
14 Jan - 15 Jan
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Santa Barbara?
Simpson House Inn is a favourite with Expedia customers. This B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. Traveller reviews also recommend Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages and La Playa Inn as top choices for your trip. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Santa Barbara.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Barbara, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Santa Barbara.
What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Santa Barbara?
Based on reviews, Inn By The Harbor is a popular hotel for our travellers who want a more economical choice, and features free breakfast and free Wi-Fi. Other good choices for your budget-friendly stay include Sandpiper Lodge and Avania Inn of Santa Barbara. View all budget hotels in Santa Barbara.
What's the best family accommodation in Santa Barbara?
Inn By The Harbor is a hotel with an outdoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices for your stay with the children include Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara. Also, attractions such as Santa Barbara Natural History Museum and Santa Barbara Zoo are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Santa Barbara.
What is the top LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in Santa Barbara?
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is a top LGBTQ-friendly resort, and features a full-service spa and private balconies. Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt and La Playa Inn are other good choices for your stay. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Santa Barbara.
What's the best dog-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara?
Hotel Santa Barbara is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets, and offers a 24-hour fitness centre and free WiFi for its human guests. Two other good options for you and your pet's trip include Riviera Beach House and Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Santa Barbara.
What's the best place to stay to stay near the beach in Santa Barbara?
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is a top beach resort offering 2 restaurants and a full-service spa, located within a short 11-minute walk of East Beach . Other good options for your stay near the beach include The Milo and Harbor View Inn. See more stays near the beach in Santa Barbara.
What's the best high-end hotel in Santa Barbara?
Rosewood Miramar Beach is a luxury hotel with 4 restaurants and 3 bars, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. Hotel Californian and El Encanto Santa Barbara are two other upscale options for your stay. Find more luxury hotels in Santa Barbara.
What's the best boutique-style accommodation in Santa Barbara?
Palihouse Santa Barbara is a favourite hotel with our travellers looking for stylish accommodation, and features 23 guestrooms, in-room massages and private balconies. El Encanto Santa Barbara and Montecito Inn are other choices for a boutique stay. See all boutique hotels in Santa Barbara.
What are some accommodation options with pools in Santa Barbara?
Harbor View Inn is a top hotel with a children's pool, an outdoor pool and 2 hot tubs. A couple of other options that offer an on-site pool include Palihouse Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Inn. View all hotels with pools in Santa Barbara.
What is the best spa hotel in Santa Barbara?
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is a top beach spa hotel featuring a 24-hour fitness centre, a hair salon, a bar and an outdoor pool. Spend an afternoon at the spa where you'll find facials, body scrubs and Ayurvedic treatments. Other popular spa hotels in Santa Barbara include Rosewood Miramar Beach and Hotel Californian. See all spa hotels in Santa Barbara.
What's it like to stay in Santa Barbara?
History buffs will enjoy exploring Santa Barbara, and visitors give high marks for the beaches, array of wineries and shopping. This walkable city also attracts tourists with its restaurants and cafes. In Santa Barbara, there are 1141 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Santa Barbara.
What is there to see in Santa Barbara?
Cultural venues include Granada Theatre, Arlington Theater and Lobero Theater. Attractions such as Santa Barbara Natural History Museum, Santa Barbara Zoo and Channel Islands National Park are fun for children of all ages. Notable for its historic sites, landmarks like Presidio Santa Barbara, Mission Santa Barbara and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park are not to be missed. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Santa Barbara guide.
How can I get around Santa Barbara?
To see more of the larger area, hop aboard a train at Santa Barbara Station. If you want to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car in Santa Barbara for your journey.
What's the seasonal weather in Santa Barbara?
The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 13°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Barbara is 392 mm.