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Top Santa Barbara 5 Star Hotels

Our top choices for Santa Barbara 5-star hotels

Hotel Californian
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hotel Californian

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (905)
"The best hotel in Santa Barbara. Great attentive and friendly staff. The premises take you away to Caribbean paradise feeling."
The price is ฿24,119
฿29,201 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Hotel Californian
Rosewood Miramar Beach
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Rosewood Miramar Beach

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (281)
"One of the best properties I’ve stayed at. Beautiful and clean . Service is excellent. "
The price is ฿49,939
฿60,839 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Rosewood Miramar Beach
El Encanto Santa Barbara
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine

El Encanto Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (517)
"We especially appreciated the handicap access of our room and the pathways."
The price is ฿18,723
฿21,381 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Simpson House Inn
Garden

Simpson House Inn

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (667)
"The property was beautiful and hope to return someday soon!"
The price is ฿11,592
฿13,238 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Simpson House Inn
Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (656)
"we had an unfortunate experience with insects. property was neautiful as usual and staff was very acomodating."
Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara
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Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is ฿8,753 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿8,753
฿11,287 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (84 reviews)
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 5-star hotels in Santa Barbara?
According to Expedia guest reviews, El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara, Hotel Californian and Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara are some of the most popular 5-star hotels in Santa Barbara. Offering best-in-class amenities and impeccable service, you'll enjoy a luxurious and comfortable stay.
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in Santa Barbara?
There are several pricing options for a 5-star hotel in Santa Barbara on Expedia. The amount you pay will depend on your holiday dates, length of your trip and other factors. Compare all of the available properties for your desired dates and use our pricing and other filters to score the perfect high-end stay.

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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Santa Barbara?
From gourmet restaurants and all-day fitness centres to swimming pools and superior bedding, the 5-star experience in Santa Barbara is all about relaxation and luxury. But it takes more than just top-notch perks to get a 5-star rating. Stays also have to deliver superior guest services like in-room massage treatments, dry cleaning and laundry and room service any time day or night.