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Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (972 reviews)
"Loved the location and decoration. Amazing bed and pillows ❤️"
United States
Maria
The price is ฿13,338
฿17,707 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Hotel Californian
Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay! In a perfect location! "
United States
Taylor
The price is ฿9,495
฿10,843 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Riviera Beach House
View from property

Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (814 reviews)
"Moxy had all the great amenities we were looking for in a hotel. Great location, friendly staff, and clean rooms. Can’t wait to come back. "
United States
Diego
The price is ฿8,745
฿9,986 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Moxy Santa Barbara
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
16.4 km from The Funk Zone
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,372 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful staff"
United States
Stephen
The price is ฿2,731
฿3,214 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Outdoor pool

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
23.6 km from The Funk Zone
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Cant wait to return. Very charming and perfect for a romantic getaway"
United States
Megan
The price is ฿6,799
฿7,637 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Lobby lounge

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 1 km from The Funk Zone
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (444 reviews)
"Great place to stay!!"
United States
Viviano
The price is ฿8,828
฿10,064 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Rooftop terrace

Casa Iglesia

Casa Iglesia
4.5 star property
Oak Park, 3 km from The Funk Zone
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Such a beautiful property!! The room was spacious and had everything we could’ve needed, the bed was so comfortable. Super easy check in / check out process. Would definitely stay here again"
United States
Monique
The price is ฿6,878
฿10,312 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Casa Iglesia
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
16.6 km from The Funk Zone
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Leticia I
The price is ฿6,617
฿7,622 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Courtyard

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
14.4 km from The Funk Zone
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,235 reviews)
"Great place for staying. "
United States
Yanchao
The price is ฿2,546
฿3,009 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
14.9 km from The Funk Zone
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,536 reviews)
"Clean and well located hotel. Close to the beach. We really enjoyed our stay"
United States
Paulina
The price is ฿5,924
฿6,824 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Beach nearby

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
4 km from The Funk Zone
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"We had a very pleasant stay and definitely stay here again!"
United States
Andrea
The price is ฿7,077
฿8,068 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Front of property

Beach House Inn

Beach House Inn
2.0 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from The Funk Zone
The price is ฿11,765
฿13,412 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Beach House Inn
Check-in/check-out kiosk

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
8.7 km from The Funk Zone
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (360 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staff was accommodating. "
United States
Dawn
The price is ฿13,267
฿15,389 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Inn on Summer Hill
Room amenity

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 1.6 km from The Funk Zone
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,402 reviews)
"A great spot just a stones throw to the beach. Very clean and tidy, just what we needed for a couple of nights."
United Kingdom
Angus
The price is ฿6,469
฿7,387 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Reception

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 1.7 km from The Funk Zone
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"great location!"
United States
Karen
The price is ฿6,101
฿6,956 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
The Inn at East Beach
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
16.5 km from The Funk Zone
7.0 out of 10, Good, (681 reviews)
"Sick vibes"
United States
Alex
The price is ฿5,611
฿7,194 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Casa Del Sol
Property grounds

Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort

Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort
2.0 star property
15.7 km from The Funk Zone
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (70 reviews)
"The cabin we had was wonderful. Kitchen was stocked so well. It was clean and pleasant. However, if you advertise a restaurant and you are 17 MILES away from everything, that advertised restaurant better be open. We were panicked when the restaurant had not been open for over 1.5 years!!! The thought of going back 17 miles on a country road after driving over 5 hours was a deal breaker. Although staff was super and helped us find some food in the little convenience store (which closed at...
United States
Denise
The price is ฿7,016
฿7,998 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | View from room

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
4.5 km from The Funk Zone
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Anthony
The price is ฿9,809
฿12,578 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Montecito Inn
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 1.5 km from The Funk Zone
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing property and great service."
United States
jelica
The price is ฿10,607
฿12,116 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Santa Barbara Inn
View from property

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from The Funk Zone
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,130 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Melanie
The price is ฿8,279
฿9,438 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
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Where to stay in The Funk Zone

Find the best The Funk Zone 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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

Top The Funk Zone Hotel Reviews

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

10/10 Excellent
"The location was perfect! big parking lot, breakfast was good and everything was clean."
Imelda 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Beachside Inn

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 our traveller data, Hotel Californian is one of the top choices for your stay 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 good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Riviera Beach House and Moxy Santa Barbara.
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.