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26 Feb - 27 Feb
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27 Feb - 28 Feb
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27 Feb - 1 Mar
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6 Mar - 8 Mar

Our top choices for Santa Barbara family-friendly hotels

Room amenity

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,267 reviews)
"Nice Rooms great location "
United States
Erika
The price is ฿3,803
฿4,343 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Outdoor pool

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,141 reviews)
"Clean rooms, great location"
United States
Oscar
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Exterior

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,014 reviews)
"Nice room and ambiance with good hospitality "
United States
Ankush
The price is ฿5,256
฿6,107 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
3.0 star property
North State
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,110 reviews)
"Nice Stay and plenty of variety for breakfast "
United States
Jacqueline
The price is ฿5,568
฿6,359 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Garden

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,340 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay very much"
United States
christy
The price is ฿6,438
฿7,352 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Exterior

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,856 reviews)
"It was a beautiful place to stay"
United States
Joseph
The price is ฿6,687
฿7,636 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Inn By The Harbor
Exterior detail

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,540 reviews)
"Staff was fantastic, lots of great amenities."
United States
Seth
The price is ฿7,138
฿8,151 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
The Milo
Terrace/patio

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (218 reviews)
"Great room and staff"
United States
JEFFREY
The price is ฿7,623
฿10,102 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
View from property

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,140 reviews)
"Perfect stay!!! "
United States
Nicholas
The price is ฿6,494
฿7,403 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine

El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (551 reviews)
"Great room and nice facility."
United States
John
The price is ฿18,488
฿23,375 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara

Pool
Breakfast included

Family-friendly hotels with pools in Santa Barbara

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | 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
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2141)
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Santa Barbara

Exterior
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1014)
The price is ฿5,256
฿6,107 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent
"Quick and easy check-in, friendly and courteous staff, nice room and great location "
Laura 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Inn By The Harbor

Frequently asked questions

What's Santa Barbara like for family-friendly holidays?
You may want to consider the walkable destination of Santa Barbara if you've been thinking about a trip for the whole family. The cycling trails, beaches and cafes are just some of the things that make this an attractive spot for a family holiday. Arrange a flight into Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal), which is the closest airport, or Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is located 24.7 mi (39.7 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in Santa Barbara?
Inn By The Harbor is a hotel with an outdoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices for your child-friendly holiday include Lavender Inn by the Sea and Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt.
How many family hotels can I expect to find in Santa Barbara?
Expedia has 16 hotels in Santa Barbara that are great for families.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Santa Barbara?
The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 13°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Barbara is 392 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in Santa Barbara?
While you are holidaying in Santa Barbara, you and the family may want to see some interesting spots such as Arlington Theater and Lobero Theater. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Paseo Nuevo Mall and Santa Barbara Bowl.
What's the best way for us to get around Santa Barbara?
To see more of the larger area, take a train from Santa Barbara Station. Santa Barbara might not have many public transport choices, so consider renting a car to explore more.