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Our top choices for Lower State hotels

A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

1. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,507 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff and great rooms."
United States
Veronica
The price is ฿7,476
฿8,694 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Santa Barbara
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

2. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice and clean hotel."
United States
Irina
The price is ฿8,749
฿9,991 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of buildings in the background.

3. Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
Lower State
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"It was such an amazing hotel!! They really do everything right. I can’t wait to go back."
United States
Tricia
The price is ฿18,888
฿24,012 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hotel Californian
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

4. 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, (489 reviews)
"The location of the Drift was fantastic and it was a darling place to stay."
United States
Shari
The price is ฿8,855
฿10,112 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

5. Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
Lower State
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was clean and staff was excellent!"
United States
Karilyn
The price is ฿5,956
฿6,802 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Riviera Beach House
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.

6. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (690 reviews)
"We had complimentary coffee and oatmeal. Fridge in our room and microwave were a plus! Very charming decor and close to the main downtown area."
United States
Diana
The price is ฿6,006
฿7,175 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Haley Hotel
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.

7. Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Lower State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (820 reviews)
"noisy because it is near 101 and expensive"
United States
Hongtao
The price is ฿10,332
฿11,798 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Moxy Santa Barbara
A coastal road leading to a pier with a view of the ocean and beach.

8. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower State
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (253 reviews)
"Great and cheap stay with great and friendly staff and just as friendly guests."
United States
Prahlad
The price is ฿3,791
฿4,321 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

9. 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, (1,109 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Amanda
The price is ฿7,804
฿8,896 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

10. 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, (2,399 reviews)
"Great comfortable stay and nice breakfast"
Canada
Julia
The price is ฿5,893
฿6,976 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

11. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Perfect location! Great room. Great continental breakfast."
United States
Greer
The price is ฿8,363
฿9,533 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
La Playa Inn
A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.

12. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.9 km from Lower State
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,282 reviews)
"Great location, free parking on site was great, nice staff, nice rooms, and amazing breakfast!!"
United States
Rebecca
The price is ฿5,923
฿6,763 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Beachside Inn
A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a beach view, and a well-maintained lawn.

13. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 0.6 km from Lower State
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"A great stay in the most perfect location in Santa Barbara."
United States
Gabriel
The price is ฿9,378
฿10,691 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Harbor View Inn
A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

14. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel and location!"
United States
Rachita
The price is ฿8,120
฿9,470 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Mason Beach Inn
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

15. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,436 reviews)
"Great location Very nice staff"
United States
Liad
The price is ฿8,125
฿9,278 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

16. Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 0.9 km from Lower State
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,932 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and hotel was quiet."
United States
Amanda
The price is ฿7,509
฿8,575 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Inn By The Harbor
A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

17. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Lower State
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,349 reviews)
"Great stay! Would book again"
United States
Omar
The price is ฿7,626
฿8,708 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Lavender Inn by the Sea
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

18. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,173 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Amy
The price is ฿7,071
฿8,061 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Marina Beach Hotel
An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

19. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Lower State
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,281 reviews)
"Lovely stay, Comfortable, friendly, and the kitchenette was a plus."
United States
Naomi
The price is ฿6,841
฿7,799 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
The Franciscan Hotel

20. The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Lower State
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Very conveniently located and clean"
United States
Julian
The price is ฿9,476
฿10,803 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
The Eagle Inn
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Compare popular hotels in Lower State

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.
Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,507 reviews
View
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of buildings in the background.
Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
A coastal road leading to a pier with a view of the ocean and beach.
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
253 reviews
View
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.
Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
690 reviews
View
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,000 reviews
View

Where to stay in Lower State

Find the best Lower State 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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

A marina filled with sailboats at sunset.
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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 East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Top Lower State Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

10/10 Excellent
"Great place, great staff! Great location!"
Gary 1-night trip
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Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

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 Reagan Ranch Center 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 our traveller data, Hotel Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay in Lower State. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Santa Barbara County Courthouse, and it offers a 24-hour fitness centre and free WiFi. Other good options for your stay in the area include Hotel Californian and Riviera Beach House.
How many hotels are there in the Lower State area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, choose from one of Expedia's 19 hotels and other accommodation options in Lower State.
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 Reagan Ranch Center and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation 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, De la Guerra Plaza and Casa de la Guerra. While you're out sightseeing, Santa Barbara Historical Museum and Lobero Theater 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.