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Top Trending Hotels Near The Funk Zone, Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Enjoy the serene ocean views and peaceful atmosphere of this beachside haven.

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Always friendly and clean"
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Enjoy the serene beachfront view with lush palm trees and a clear ocean vista.

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1050)
"Great place to stay."
The price is ฿4,917
฿5,615 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Relax in a serene courtyard surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a central fountain and outdoor seating areas.

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1200)
"Excellent breakfast, comfortable bed, well maintained facility."
The price is ฿4,640
฿5,345 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Riviera Beach House
Relax in a serene outdoor space with a comfortable seating area, wooden table, and beautiful views of palm trees.

Riviera Beach House

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Great property, would definitely stay again on a short trip. Rooms are on the smaller side, but it’s a small boutique hotel the staff and the lobby make up for the size of the room."
The price is ฿8,631
฿9,856 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Riviera Beach House
Moxy Santa Barbara
Relax with a drink at the hotel bar, where a selection of bottles and glasses are on display.

Moxy Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (803)
"Great property, rooms are a little quirky but facility is great overall and the location is perfect."
The price is ฿7,397
฿8,447 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Moxy Santa Barbara
Hotel Californian
Relax by the ocean-view pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

Hotel Californian

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (899)
"Great room! Comfortable bed nice art work, first rate liquors, coffee snacks. Pleasant staff. Great location. "
The price is ฿24,133
฿29,219 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Hotel Californian
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Indulge in a variety of international cuisine at our buffet, featuring omelets, cheese, and more.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"We had a lovely stay and enjoyed the area very much. "
The price is ฿4,780
฿5,507 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Relax by the serene pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs, with the ocean in the background.

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Enjoyed the quick easy check in, ocean view room, the big, clean, relaxing pool and the grounds. "
The price is ฿5,685
฿6,385 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Two single beds with white linens and dark gray throw pillows, a flat-screen TV, and a window with a view.

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1165)
"Easy location.. plenty of parking.. safe area.."
The price is ฿3,133
฿3,609 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Hotel features a two-story structure with a flat roof and a balcony on the upper level, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with trees and shrubs.

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1018)
"Great stay"
The price is ฿2,641
฿3,107 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Inn on Summer Hill
Relax in a spacious room with a seating area, wooden paneling, and a large chandelier.

Inn on Summer Hill

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (323)
"Wonderful place staff was great will definitely stay again. Just a few minutes from Santa Barbara. "
The price is ฿8,043
฿9,169 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Inn on Summer Hill
Casa Del Sol
Stunning arches lead to the entrance, flanked by stained glass windows and a traditional stone border.

Casa Del Sol

2.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (593)
"Great location near everything! Lovely walking trails and friendly front desk staff."
Casa Del Sol
Montecito Inn
Relax in a serene patio surrounded by lush greenery and a scenic mountain view.

Montecito Inn

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Beautiful and well maintained "
The price is ฿6,279
฿8,515 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Montecito Inn
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Stunning two-story house with a balcony and patterned railing, set amidst lush greenery and a quiet street.

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Staff was very friendly and the hotel was just super convenient. "
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
The Inn at East Beach
Welcome to our lobby, featuring a reception desk, coffee station, and lush greenery.

The Inn at East Beach

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"We like cuz the beach is near and we can walk to the pier , nice the hotel , the staff very friendly "
The Inn at East Beach
The Franciscan Hotel
Relax in a tranquil outdoor space surrounded by palm trees and a stone sculpture, with a circular table and matching chairs.

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1020)
"My wife and I are making this our go to hotel in Santa Barbara. Staff was great!"
The Franciscan Hotel
The Upham Hotel
Enter a serene home through a lush, climbing plant archway, leading to a cozy interior with a lamp and comfortable seating.

The Upham Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great staff and stay. "
The price is ฿6,512
฿7,423 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The Upham Hotel
Orange Tree Inn
Welcome to the Orange Tree Inn, featuring a minimalist design and beautifully maintained grounds.

Orange Tree Inn

2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (662)
"The hotel was clean, comfortable and quiet for our trip to Santa Barbara "
The price is ฿3,721
฿4,249 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Orange Tree Inn
The Presidio
Two beds with patterned bedspreads, a desk for work, and a window with an outdoor view.

The Presidio

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (724)
"The front desk employee was very nice. Property well maintained "
The price is ฿5,136
฿5,855 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
The Presidio
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Enjoyed our experience"
The price is ฿6,013
฿6,986 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
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Where to stay in The Funk Zone

Find the best The Funk Zone areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Montecito map

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 map

Santa Barbara Beach

5 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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 map

Downtown Santa Barbara

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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 Santa Barbara County Courthouse might round out your trip.

East Beach map

East Beach

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

West Beach map

West Beach

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

Top The Funk Zone Hotel Reviews

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely beautiful property! The 22% added fees were exorbitant! "
Randy 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

10/10 Excellent
"Staff at the front desk is always charming and good sense of humor at check in. I personally Iike the rooms facing the freeway, even though you hear noise of cars, it’s quieter than rooms by the pool."
Charles 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Frequently asked questions

What is The Funk Zone like?

The Funk Zone is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Make sure that you visit MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry as part of your The Funk Zone travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in The Funk Zone?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Californian is the highest ranked property in The Funk Zone. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor, and it offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Moxy Santa Barbara and Riviera Beach House.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the The Funk Zone area?

Book one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in The Funk Zone and start exploring everything Santa Barbara has to offer.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in The Funk Zone, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in The Funk Zone.

What is there to do around this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in The Funk Zone are MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry. When you're sightseeing in Santa Barbara, Stearns Wharf and Reagan Ranch Center are also worth a stop.