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Our top choices for Lower State hotels

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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Lower State
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1076)
"Outstanding location."
United States
william
The price is ฿5,890
฿6,850 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara
Sun deck
Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
Lower State
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Wonderful setting, perfect location and easy shopping"
United States
Leah
The price is ฿5,064
฿5,782 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Riviera Beach House
Tasting room
Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (588)
"Room was comfortable with nice touches such as a fireplace, swinging chair and small nautical pieces "
United States
Wendy
The price is ฿4,160
฿5,053 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Haley Hotel
Exterior
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Can't beat the location! One block from the promenade street with plenty of restaurants, cafes, and shops. Not too far from the pier as well!"
United States
Leonardo
The price is ฿5,930
฿6,771 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Lower State
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (401)
"Great location and service "
United States
juan
The price is ฿5,867
฿6,700 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Bar (on property)
Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Lower State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (807)
"Love this place. Will definitely be back. Close to many cool things. "
United States
Matthew
The price is ฿6,059
฿6,919 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Moxy Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
Lower State
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (929)
"Room, staff, pool, restaurant, location were all fantastic!!"
United States
Marian
Hotel Californian
City view from property
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower State
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (174)
"Amazing spot and awesome staff"
United States
Karim
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony) | 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
West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2013)
"Definetly would stay here again!"
United States
David
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
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
East Beach, 1.9 km from Lower State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (969)
"Great hotel, super clean and modern. Awesome little kitchen and a fantastic bathroom."
United States
James
The price is ฿3,600
฿4,104 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Property amenity
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
15.5 km from Lower State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1368)
"Great value and location. "
United States
Maryam
The price is ฿3,403
฿3,920 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
17.1 km from Lower State
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great customer service and large, comfortable rooms!"
United States
Barry
The price is ฿3,946
฿4,546 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Outdoor pool
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
24.1 km from Lower State
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Everything was amazing. The views were breathtaking- the staff was all lovely and accommodating. "
United States
Samantha
The price is ฿5,107
฿5,737 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Courtyard
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
2.0 star property
14.9 km from Lower State
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1010)
"good hotel good services "
United States
Eduard
The price is ฿2,158
฿2,549 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Reception
The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 2.2 km from Lower State
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"We enjoyed our stay!!"
United States
Matthew
The Inn at East Beach
Exterior detail
The Milo

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Lower State
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1494)
"Fabulous location,great staff "
United States
Guadalupe
The price is ฿6,082
฿6,946 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Milo
View from property
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.9 km from Lower State
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1093)
"Was a good hotel "
United States
Hani
The price is ฿3,910
฿4,466 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Beachside Inn
Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.9 km from Lower State
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Perfect location, great value, cute rooms"
United States
Stan
The price is ฿3,879
฿4,430 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Exterior
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1820)
"Love the architecture / courtyard of the hotel"
United States
Ohlisa
The price is ฿5,189
฿5,926 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Inn By The Harbor
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
West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1105)
"Great accommodation "
United States
Cheryl
The price is ฿4,986
฿5,684 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan 2026
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
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Where to stay in Lower State

Find the best Lower State areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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 Santa Barbara Museum of Art might round out your trip.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art 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.

Top Lower State Hotel Reviews

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Staff, room and we were going to be away from our puppy and they had a gift for him with a note and champagne upon arrival "
Jennifer 1-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

What is Lower State like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Santa Barbara's Lower State neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Moreton Bay Fig Tree as part of your Lower State travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Lower State?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Santa Barbara is the highest ranked property in Lower State. This hotel offers a 24-hour fitness centre and free WiFi. Other favourite options in the area include Haley Hotel and Moxy Santa Barbara.
How many hotels are there in the Lower State area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 27 Lower State hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lower State, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Lower State.
What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?
Sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Reagan Ranch Center can be part of your cultural tour of Lower State. You could also plan a visit to Moreton Bay Fig Tree or Paseo Nuevo Mall while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Lower State include Santa Barbara Art Foundry, El Capitan Lake and Cabrillo Bikeway. While you're out sightseeing, De la Guerra Plaza and Casa de la Guerra are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.
How can I get around Lower State and the greater Santa Barbara area?
To venture out of town, take a train from Santa Barbara Station.