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An outdoor patio area with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating arrangements.
A modern living room with a marble reception desk, wooden flooring, and contemporary furniture.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a TV.
A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, a television, and a plant.

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
R3 114
R3 666 total
includes taxes & fees
09 Sept - 10 Sept
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a building in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window.
A modern hotel room with a red chair, a sofa, a TV, and a wooden ceiling.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with red umbrellas.

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
R2 964
R3 444 total
includes taxes & fees
09 Sept - 10 Sept
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.
A table with a pitcher, wine glasses, and snacks by a window with a view of palm trees and a building.
A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with chairs and a table, a sofa, and a fireplace.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a pergola with vines, and a view of greenery.

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
Santa Barbara Beach
R4 020
R4 590 total
includes taxes & fees
06 Oct - 07 Oct
Inn By The Harbor
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."
A reception desk with a wooden wall and a sign that reads "West Beach Inn".
A breakfast bar with various food items, beverages, and a coffee machine.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV. There is a view of palm trees and a marina through the windows.

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
R4 240
R4 833 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A swimming pool with a tiled border, a potted plant, and a staircase with colorful tiles.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a covered walkway, and a view of the street.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
R4 020
R4 590 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 01 Oct
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.
A room with a wooden floor, two brown armchairs, a round table with a book and a plant, a framed painting on the wall, and a wooden door with intricate carvings.
A spacious dining area with a central island, round tables, and comfortable seating.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Downtown Santa Barbara
R3 877
R4 508 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Hotel Santa Barbara
A restaurant with wooden floors, wicker chairs, and hanging plants.
A hotel with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a mountain backdrop.
A spacious living area with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a staircase.
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, a small table, and a view of a balcony with a pool.

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Oak Park
R2 706
R3 090 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, white cabinetry, wicker furniture, and a large window.
A beachside path with bicycles, palm trees, and a clear sky.
A hotel with a red roof, multiple balconies, and a parking lot.

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
Santa Barbara Beach
R3 781
R4 318 total
includes taxes & fees
09 Sept - 10 Sept
Lavender Inn by the Sea
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.
An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by white umbrellas and lounge chairs, with palm trees and a tiled deck.
A hotel with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden with flowers and palm trees.
A marina with numerous boats docked, calm water, and clear skies.

Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
R3 437
R3 918 total
includes taxes & fees
05 Oct - 06 Oct
Marina Beach Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".
A hotel corridor with a view of mountains, a palm tree, and a lantern-lit staircase.
A corridor with a central staircase, outdoor seating, and lanterns.
A dining room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave.

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
R4 056
R4 624 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
La Playa Inn
A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.
A house with a porch, a small garden, and a mailbox.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with wicker furniture, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
R3 453
R3 937 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
The Upham Hotel
A gated entrance with an arch covered in greenery, a tiled pathway, and a building with a balcony.
Two people seated at a table with a fire pit between them, outdoors in a courtyard with buildings in the background.
A modern lounge area with a sofa, round tables, patterned chairs, and artwork on the walls.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, multiple seating options, and a large window with curtains.

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
North State
R3 119
R3 562 total
includes taxes & fees
04 Oct - 05 Oct
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
A sunlit balcony with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant. The balcony features arched windows with a view of palm trees and the sea.
A spacious room with two sofas facing a glass table, a vase with flowers, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.
A large, historic building with arched windows and a central tower, surrounded by palm trees.

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
R5 998
R6 852 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Santa Barbara Inn
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a railing with artwork.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A rooftop patio with a fireplace, outdoor seating, and a pergola.

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Downtown Santa Barbara
R5 582
R7 183 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.
A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a marina with boats and palm trees.
A spacious lobby with large windows, comfortable seating, a reception desk, and a bookshelf.
A marina with parked cars and boats, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
R3 291
R3 759 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.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with two armchairs and a small table, a patterned wall, and a wooden floor.
A bridge leading to a row of white buildings with balconies, a palm tree, and a brick pathway.
A seaside patio with wicker chairs, a view of the marina, and palm trees.

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
R4 559
R5 197 total
includes taxes & fees
06 Oct - 07 Oct
Harbor View Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.
A building entrance with a set of stairs leading up to a door marked with the number 128.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with a view of palm trees and a balcony.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden flooring, and a dining area with orange chairs and a table.

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Beach
R2 865
R3 391 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
A spacious living room with a round wooden coffee table, two blue armchairs, and a patterned armchair.
A modern kitchen with built-in appliances, a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a toaster.
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, lounge chairs, and a palm tree.
A spacious kitchen with granite countertops, wooden chairs, and a large island. There are multiple dining tables with chairs, a refrigerator, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
North State
R1 826
R2 082 total
includes taxes & fees
08 Oct - 09 Oct
Sandpiper Lodge
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of buildings in the background.
A restaurant interior with hexagonal patterned flooring, wooden tables and chairs, a bar area with a counter, and a menu board on the wall.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear view of the ocean, and palm trees.
A spacious lobby with a patterned floor, a large chandelier, and a chess table.

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
Santa Barbara Beach
R9 997
R12 604 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hotel Californian
A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.
A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned armchair.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with arches and palm trees.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a framed quote on the wall, and a large potted plant.

Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
R3 521
R4 117 total
includes taxes & fees
09 Sept - 10 Sept
Mason Beach Inn
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A modern living room with a white desk, a computer, a sofa, and a fireplace.
A balcony with wicker furniture and a view of mountains and houses.
A bright, sunlit room with large windows, white furniture, and a checkered floor.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, white walls, a sloped ceiling, a window with a view of trees, and bedside lamps.

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Santa Barbara Beach
R2 923
per night
R3 333 total
includes taxes & fees
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Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.
A room with a wooden floor, two brown armchairs, a round table with a book and a plant, a framed painting on the wall, and a wooden door with intricate carvings.
A spacious dining area with a central island, round tables, and comfortable seating.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Downtown Santa Barbara
R3 877
per night
R4 508 total
includes taxes & fees
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Hotel Santa Barbara
A restaurant with wooden floors, wicker chairs, and hanging plants.
A hotel with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a mountain backdrop.
A spacious living area with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a staircase.
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, a small table, and a view of a balcony with a pool.

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Oak Park
R501 off
R2 842
per night
R3 245 total
includes taxes & fees
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.
A house with a porch, a small garden, and a mailbox.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with wicker furniture, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
R3 144
per night
R3 584 total
includes taxes & fees
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The Upham Hotel
A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, white cabinetry, wicker furniture, and a large window.
A beachside path with bicycles, palm trees, and a clear sky.
A hotel with a red roof, multiple balconies, and a parking lot.

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
Santa Barbara Beach
R3 754
per night
R4 286 total
includes taxes & fees
Lavender Inn by the Sea
A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.
A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned armchair.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with arches and palm trees.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a framed quote on the wall, and a large potted plant.

Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
R3 521
per night
R4 117 total
includes taxes & fees
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Mason Beach Inn
A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a building in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window.
A modern hotel room with a red chair, a sofa, a TV, and a wooden ceiling.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with red umbrellas.

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
R2 964
per night
R3 444 total
includes taxes & fees
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.
A table with a pitcher, wine glasses, and snacks by a window with a view of palm trees and a building.
A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with chairs and a table, a sofa, and a fireplace.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a pergola with vines, and a view of greenery.

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
Santa Barbara Beach
R3 964
per night
R4 526 total
includes taxes & fees
Inn By The Harbor
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A swimming pool with a tiled border, a potted plant, and a staircase with colorful tiles.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a covered walkway, and a view of the street.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
R1 395 off
R4 188
per night
R4 782 total
includes taxes & fees
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.
A building with a sign reading "26 EAST HAY".
A beach with a calm sea, a crescent moon, and palm trees in the distance.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
Downtown Santa Barbara
R358 off
R3 221
per night
R3 832 total
includes taxes & fees
Haley Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern living room with a white brick wall, a sofa set, a coffee table, wicker chairs, and artwork.
A bar area with a brick wall, shelves of liquor bottles, and bar stools.
A white building with blue awnings and a number '121' sign.

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
Santa Barbara Beach
R717 off
R4 065
per night
R4 642 total
includes taxes & fees
Riviera Beach House
A multi-story hotel with a courtyard surrounded by palm trees and greenery, featuring a well-lit entrance and multiple balconies.
A dining area with a table and chairs, surrounded by a view of tropical greenery.
A chef cooking with a large flame in a kitchen.
A lush garden with palm trees and ferns, a paved path, and a building in the background.

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
North State
R2 475
per night
R2 826 total
includes taxes & fees
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Lemon Tree Inn
A building with a tiled entrance, a sign reading "LA ROSA," and a garden with various plants and a palm tree.
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a pool, and decorative statues.
A beach with palm trees, a pier, and a road with a pedestrian crossing.
An outdoor seating area with a glass table, red cushions, and potted plants.

Villa Rosa Inn

Villa Rosa Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
R2 241
per night
R3 078 total
includes taxes & fees
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Villa Rosa Inn
A dark-colored house with a front porch, a gated entrance, and a mailbox.
A hallway with a console table, a framed artwork, a lamp, and a staircase leading to another room.
A living room with a fireplace, a painting above it, and a sofa with a throw blanket.
A kitchen with marble backsplash, a gold faucet, a pendant light, and a window with a view.

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
Santa Barbara
R3 589
per night
R4 099 total
includes taxes & fees
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The Craft House Inn
A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.
A living room with a round coffee table, two sofas, and a large window with a view of palm trees and a beach.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the beach and sailboats.
A two-story building with a tiled roof, multiple windows, and a well-maintained garden with flowering plants and a tree.

The Milo

The Milo
Santa Barbara Beach
R5 561
per night
R6 350 total
includes taxes & fees
The Milo
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.
A room with a wooden floor, two brown armchairs, a round table with a book and a plant, a framed painting on the wall, and a wooden door with intricate carvings.
A spacious dining area with a central island, round tables, and comfortable seating.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Downtown Santa Barbara
R4 374
per night
R5 086 total
includes taxes & fees
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Hotel Santa Barbara
A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, white cabinetry, wicker furniture, and a large window.
A beachside path with bicycles, palm trees, and a clear sky.
A hotel with a red roof, multiple balconies, and a parking lot.

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
Santa Barbara Beach
R3 781
per night
R4 318 total
includes taxes & fees
Lavender Inn by the Sea
A modern living room with a white desk, a computer, a sofa, and a fireplace.
A balcony with wicker furniture and a view of mountains and houses.
A bright, sunlit room with large windows, white furniture, and a checkered floor.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, white walls, a sloped ceiling, a window with a view of trees, and bedside lamps.

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Santa Barbara Beach
R3 603
per night
R4 108 total
includes taxes & fees
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Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.
A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned armchair.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with arches and palm trees.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a framed quote on the wall, and a large potted plant.

Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
R3 521
per night
R4 117 total
includes taxes & fees
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Mason Beach Inn
A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a building in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window.
A modern hotel room with a red chair, a sofa, a TV, and a wooden ceiling.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with red umbrellas.

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
R2 964
per night
R3 444 total
includes taxes & fees
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.
A table with a pitcher, wine glasses, and snacks by a window with a view of palm trees and a building.
A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with chairs and a table, a sofa, and a fireplace.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a pergola with vines, and a view of greenery.

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
Santa Barbara Beach
R4 118
per night
R4 702 total
includes taxes & fees
Inn By The Harbor
A restaurant with wooden floors, wicker chairs, and hanging plants.
A hotel with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a mountain backdrop.
A spacious living area with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a staircase.
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, a small table, and a view of a balcony with a pool.

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Oak Park
R621 off
R3 521
per night
R4 021 total
includes taxes & fees
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
A multi-story hotel with a courtyard surrounded by palm trees and greenery, featuring a well-lit entrance and multiple balconies.
A dining area with a table and chairs, surrounded by a view of tropical greenery.
A chef cooking with a large flame in a kitchen.
A lush garden with palm trees and ferns, a paved path, and a building in the background.

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
North State
R2 203
per night
R2 515 total
includes taxes & fees
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Lemon Tree Inn
A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.
A house with a porch, a small garden, and a mailbox.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with wicker furniture, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
R3 915
per night
R4 463 total
includes taxes & fees
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The Upham Hotel
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A swimming pool with a tiled border, a potted plant, and a staircase with colorful tiles.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a covered walkway, and a view of the street.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
R1 058 off
R4 524
per night
R5 166 total
includes taxes & fees
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A courtyard with a curved seating area, a fire pit, and a bicycle.
A hotel with a Mediterranean architectural style, featuring a balcony with potted plants, a well-lit entrance, and a sign indicating it is a Casa Del Mar Inn.
A building with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a well-lit exterior.
A dining area with a round table, chairs, a fireplace, and a staircase.

Casa Del Mar Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
R3 227
per night
R3 679 total
includes taxes & fees
Casa Del Mar Inn
A building with a tiled entrance, a sign reading "LA ROSA," and a garden with various plants and a palm tree.
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a pool, and decorative statues.
A beach with palm trees, a pier, and a road with a pedestrian crossing.
An outdoor seating area with a glass table, red cushions, and potted plants.

Villa Rosa Inn

Villa Rosa Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
R2 241
per night
R3 078 total
includes taxes & fees
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Villa Rosa Inn
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.
A building with a sign reading "26 EAST HAY".
A beach with a calm sea, a crescent moon, and palm trees in the distance.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
Downtown Santa Barbara
R458 off
R4 121
per night
R4 858 total
includes taxes & fees
Haley Hotel
A patio with a sofa and a small table, surrounded by potted plants and a wooden deck.
A bar area with a high ceiling, bar stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table. There is a staircase leading to an upper level.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a comfortable seating area.

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
Santa Barbara
R3 363
per night
R4 506 total
includes taxes & fees
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Montecito Inn
A two-story house with a porch, a garage, and a white picket fence.
A house with a bay window, a porch, and a garden with various plants and flowers.
A house with a covered porch, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a lawn.
A bathroom with a large mirror, double sink vanity, and a window seat with a view of greenery.

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
Oak Park
R4 378
per night
R4 999 total
includes taxes & fees
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Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.
A room with a wooden floor, two brown armchairs, a round table with a book and a plant, a framed painting on the wall, and a wooden door with intricate carvings.
A spacious dining area with a central island, round tables, and comfortable seating.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Downtown Santa Barbara
R13 054
per night
R30 359 total
includes taxes & fees
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Hotel Santa Barbara
A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a building in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window.
A modern hotel room with a red chair, a sofa, a TV, and a wooden ceiling.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with red umbrellas.

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
R8 457
per night
R19 653 total
includes taxes & fees
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Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
A spacious living room with a large, round, tufted sofa, two armchairs, a television, and a balcony with a view of the sea.
A room with a view through a glass door, featuring a round table with a bowl of fruit, two chairs, and a view of a park and distant mountains.
A deck with outdoor seating and umbrellas overlooking a beach.
A dining area with a white table and chairs, a chandelier, and a view through a window.

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
Montecito
R8 830 off
R39 733
per night
R95 124 total
includes taxes & fees
Rosewood Miramar Beach
A small building with a tiled roof surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.
A dining table set for two with a view of the ocean and hills.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a scenic view.
A bar area with wooden chairs, a round table, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
Upper Riviera
R33 952
per night
R79 871 total
includes taxes & fees
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El Encanto Santa Barbara
A building with a tiled entrance, a sign reading "LA ROSA," and a garden with various plants and a palm tree.
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a pool, and decorative statues.
A beach with palm trees, a pier, and a road with a pedestrian crossing.
An outdoor seating area with a glass table, red cushions, and potted plants.

Villa Rosa Inn

Villa Rosa Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
R9 981
per night
R24 268 total
includes taxes & fees
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Villa Rosa Inn

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An outdoor patio area with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating arrangements.
A modern living room with a marble reception desk, wooden flooring, and contemporary furniture.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a TV.
A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, a television, and a plant.

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
R3 114
R3 666 total
includes taxes & fees
09 Sept - 10 Sept
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.
A room with a wooden floor, two brown armchairs, a round table with a book and a plant, a framed painting on the wall, and a wooden door with intricate carvings.
A spacious dining area with a central island, round tables, and comfortable seating.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Downtown Santa Barbara
R3 877
R4 508 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Hotel Santa Barbara
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.
An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by white umbrellas and lounge chairs, with palm trees and a tiled deck.
A hotel with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden with flowers and palm trees.
A marina with numerous boats docked, calm water, and clear skies.

Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
R3 437
R3 918 total
includes taxes & fees
05 Oct - 06 Oct
Marina Beach Hotel
A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.
A living room with a round coffee table, two sofas, and a large window with a view of palm trees and a beach.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the beach and sailboats.
A two-story building with a tiled roof, multiple windows, and a well-maintained garden with flowering plants and a tree.

The Milo

The Milo
Santa Barbara Beach
R4 709
R5 377 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
The Milo
A gated entrance with an arch covered in greenery, a tiled pathway, and a building with a balcony.
Two people seated at a table with a fire pit between them, outdoors in a courtyard with buildings in the background.
A modern lounge area with a sofa, round tables, patterned chairs, and artwork on the walls.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, multiple seating options, and a large window with curtains.

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
North State
R3 119
R3 562 total
includes taxes & fees
04 Oct - 05 Oct
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.
An aerial view of a rectangular swimming pool surrounded by white lounge chairs and umbrellas, with palm trees and a tiled roof in the background.
A hotel reception area with a granite reception desk, black leather chairs, a large flat-screen TV, and a potted orchid.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There is a kitchen in the background with white cabinets and a television mounted on the wall.

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
R3 695
R4 212 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
The Franciscan Hotel
Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two surfboards, a 'Welcome' sign, and an orange sofa.
A motel sign with a large number '6' and the word 'Motel' on a wooden board.

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
R2 303
R2 630 total
includes taxes & fees
07 Oct - 08 Oct
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern living room with a white brick wall, a sofa set, a coffee table, wicker chairs, and artwork.
A bar area with a brick wall, shelves of liquor bottles, and bar stools.
A white building with blue awnings and a number '121' sign.

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
Santa Barbara Beach
R3 217
R3 674 total
includes taxes & fees
07 Oct - 08 Oct
Riviera Beach House
A modern living room with a white desk, a computer, a sofa, and a fireplace.
A balcony with wicker furniture and a view of mountains and houses.
A bright, sunlit room with large windows, white furniture, and a checkered floor.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, white walls, a sloped ceiling, a window with a view of trees, and bedside lamps.

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Santa Barbara Beach
R2 947
R3 360 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a railing with artwork.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A rooftop patio with a fireplace, outdoor seating, and a pergola.

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Downtown Santa Barbara
R5 582
R7 183 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
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A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."
A reception desk with a wooden wall and a sign that reads "West Beach Inn".
A breakfast bar with various food items, beverages, and a coffee machine.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV. There is a view of palm trees and a marina through the windows.

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
R4 240
R4 833 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a building in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window.
A modern hotel room with a red chair, a sofa, a TV, and a wooden ceiling.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with red umbrellas.

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
R2 964
R3 444 total
includes taxes & fees
09 Sept - 10 Sept
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.
A table with a pitcher, wine glasses, and snacks by a window with a view of palm trees and a building.
A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with chairs and a table, a sofa, and a fireplace.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a pergola with vines, and a view of greenery.

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
Santa Barbara Beach
R4 020
R4 590 total
includes taxes & fees
06 Oct - 07 Oct
Inn By The Harbor
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.
An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by white umbrellas and lounge chairs, with palm trees and a tiled deck.
A hotel with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden with flowers and palm trees.
A marina with numerous boats docked, calm water, and clear skies.

Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
R3 437
R3 918 total
includes taxes & fees
05 Oct - 06 Oct
Marina Beach Hotel
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A swimming pool with a tiled border, a potted plant, and a staircase with colorful tiles.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a covered walkway, and a view of the street.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
R4 020
R4 590 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 01 Oct
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A spacious living room with a round wooden coffee table, two blue armchairs, and a patterned armchair.
A modern kitchen with built-in appliances, a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a toaster.
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, lounge chairs, and a palm tree.
A spacious kitchen with granite countertops, wooden chairs, and a large island. There are multiple dining tables with chairs, a refrigerator, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
North State
R1 826
R2 082 total
includes taxes & fees
08 Oct - 09 Oct
Sandpiper Lodge
A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.
A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a marina with boats and palm trees.
A spacious lobby with large windows, comfortable seating, a reception desk, and a bookshelf.
A marina with parked cars and boats, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
R3 291
R3 759 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Beachside Inn
A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.
A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned armchair.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with arches and palm trees.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a framed quote on the wall, and a large potted plant.

Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
R3 521
R4 117 total
includes taxes & fees
09 Sept - 10 Sept
Mason Beach Inn
A sunlit balcony with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant. The balcony features arched windows with a view of palm trees and the sea.
A spacious room with two sofas facing a glass table, a vase with flowers, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.
A large, historic building with arched windows and a central tower, surrounded by palm trees.

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
R5 998
R6 852 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Santa Barbara Inn
A gated entrance with an arch covered in greenery, a tiled pathway, and a building with a balcony.
Two people seated at a table with a fire pit between them, outdoors in a courtyard with buildings in the background.
A modern lounge area with a sofa, round tables, patterned chairs, and artwork on the walls.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, multiple seating options, and a large window with curtains.

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
North State
R3 119
R3 562 total
includes taxes & fees
04 Oct - 05 Oct
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
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Top neighbourhoods in Santa Barbara

A coastal house on stilts with a pier extending into calm waters, surrounded by boats and mountains in the background.
A pier extending into calm waters with a cloudy sky above.
A sunset with palm trees silhouetted against a colorful sky.
A wine glass with 'Creana' branding on a wooden table.
Photo by Theresa McLaird

The Funk Zone

Santa Barbara's The Funk Zone neighbourhood is known for its beaches and offers lots of things to see, such as MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry.

A sandy beach with large rocks in the foreground and a cliff with trees in the background.
A person walking on a beach with footprints, a sunset, and a mountain in the background.
Photo by Alexandra Heatwole
A beach with a rainbow, cliffs, and the ocean.
A beach with calm waves, a clear sky, and a rocky cliff.
A beach with waves, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
Photo by David Simmington

The Mesa

Santa Barbara's The Mesa neighbourhood is home to attractions, such as Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.
A sunset over a beach with waves and a distant shoreline.
Photo by Heather Kennedy
A beach at sunset with waves, a clear sky, and distant ships.
Photo by Heather Kennedy
A beach at sunset with a person standing on the sand.
Photo by Michael Gallagher | Couple's Coordinates
A beach with a pier, buildings, and mountains in the background.

Montecito

Santa Barbara's Montecito neighbourhood is known for its beaches and gardens, and entices visitors with attractions, including Miramar Beach and Butterfly Beach.

A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.
A pier with lights reflecting on the water, a flag, and buildings in the background.
A sailboat on calm waters with a sunset in the background.
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A beach with mountains in the background.
Photo by Lara Hannemann
A coastal promenade with palm trees, a dolphin sculpture, and a car on the road.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara's Santa Barbara Beach neighbourhood is known for its beaches and port, and entices visitors with attractions, including Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

A coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent white building with red-tiled roofs, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
Photo by David Simmington
A coastal town with a prominent church, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
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A historic building with a bell tower, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
Photo by Terry Fletcher
A large white building with arched windows and a red-tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

Downtown Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara's Downtown Santa Barbara neighbourhood is known for its restaurants and beaches, and entices visitors with attractions, including Presidio Santa Barbara and Arlington Theater.

Top landmarks in Santa Barbara

A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
Photo by Adam Hoggatt

Santa Barbara Harbor

9.2/10 (2 746 reviews)
You can stroll along Santa Barbara Harbor for relaxing water views when you're in Santa Barbara Beach. If you carry on walking you'll get to West Beach, Stearns Wharf, and Leadbetter Beach for some more water views.
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A pier with lights reflecting on the water, a flag, and buildings in the background.

Stearns Wharf

9.0/10 (4 143 reviews)
You can stroll along Stearns Wharf for relaxing water views when you're in Santa Barbara Beach. Hotels.com travellers also say the area is walkable and that it has lots of nice beaches. If you carry on walking you'll get to West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor, and Santa Barbara Channel for some more water views.
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A brick building with a tiled roof labeled "Santa Barbara Bowl."

Santa Barbara Bowl

9.0/10 (551 reviews)
If you want to see a show while you're in town, try and grab some tickets at Santa Barbara Bowl in Lower Riviera. Hotels.com travellers also say the area is walkable and that it has lots of nice beaches. If you enjoy the show and want to see another, Arlington Theater, Granada Theatre, and Lobero Theater are not far.
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A historic building with a clock tower, arched windows, and a central archway.

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

9.2/10 (1 499 reviews)
Santa Barbara County Courthouse is worth a pic or two when discovering Downtown Santa Barbara. Hotels.com travellers also say the area is walkable and that it has lots of nice beaches.
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A giraffe with a patterned coat and a brown mane, set against a backdrop of lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

Santa Barbara Zoo

9.0/10 (1 101 reviews)
It's feeding time at the zoo! If you want to be reminded of some of the great animals our world is home to, you might want to pay a visit to Santa Barbara Zoo, located 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from central Santa Barbara. Hotels.com travellers also say the area is walkable and that it has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at Santa Barbara Zoo, you'll love Earl Warren Showgrounds and Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, both located nearby.
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A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

Butterfly Beach

9.2/10 (486 reviews)
If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Butterfly Beach, located 3.4 mi (5.6 km) from central Santa Barbara. Catch the sunset by the shore at Hammond's Beach, just a short walk away.
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A residential area with houses, palm trees, and a road.

Upper State Street

9.0/10 (3 969 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Upper State Street in North State. Hotels.com travellers also say the area is walkable and that it has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at La Cumbre Plaza.
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A nighttime fountain with illuminated patterns, a church with a bell tower, and a paved area with benches.
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Mission Santa Barbara

9.2/10 (1 948 reviews)
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing, head to Mission Santa Barbara – just one of the monuments in Upper East. Hotels.com travellers also say the area is walkable and that it has lots of nice beaches.
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Santa Barbara and related destinations

Red-tiled roofs and whitewashed buildings create a Mediterranean fantasy along America's Riviera. The historic Mission Santa Barbara stands as a testament to Spanish influence, while the County Courthouse offers panoramic views from its clock tower. Kayak along the palm-fringed coastline or sample local vintages at beachfront tasting rooms where pourers know every vineyard by name. The Funk Zone's converted warehouses house artisan shops and hip eateries between State Street and the shore. Leadbetter Beach attracts sunbathers while East Beach hosts serious volleyball players on permanent courts. After exploring the compact zoo, catch a performance at the Granada or Arlington Theatre, where golden-age Hollywood glamour lives on in every ornate detail.

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A coastal town with a beach, houses, and mountains in the background.

Check out reviews of Santa Barbara hotels guests love

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great location and the hotel was adorable. We were able to walk to downtown SB."
Natalia 3-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
The Upham Hotel
Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were very pleasant and helpful; Great customer service; Room was clean and very well maintained; will stay again in my next visit to Santa Barbara"
Cecilia 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Lemon Tree Inn
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great location and the place had everything we needed. Breakfast in the morning was nice and would definitely stay again."
Lindsay 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Beachside Inn
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely recommend this property to anybody. Clean and comfortable rooms, and the kitchen was such a plus. Didn’t think I needed one, but it really made our two nights stay that much better. Adorable layout for the whole property, helpful staff, intimate feeling."
Lindsay 2-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Inn By The Harbor
The Milo

The Milo

10/10 Excellent
"Phenomenal location across the street from the beach, wonderful and welcoming staff, lovely property and beautiful rooms. No notes! Would stay here again and again and again."
Amy 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
The Milo
El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"We lived the experience! Will go back"
Stephen 2-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"We stayed in a room with three queen beds which was unusual but great for my wife and I and two adult children. Room was clean and walkable to bars and restaurants."
Brian 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent
"No comment"
Brian Wilson 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"My stay was absolutely excellent. Staff was extremely helpful at all times. Everything was very clean and my room was perfect."
MALINDA 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Can I book a refundable accommodation option in Santa Barbara?
If you want the flexibility to change your plans to Santa Barbara, most hotels offer refundable* rates that you can book. You can see this accommodation by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
Where can I stay in Santa Barbara if I want a holiday rental instead of a hotel?
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What will the weather in Santa Barbara be like during my visit?
The warmest months in Santa Barbara are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 22°C. February and January are the chilliest months, when the average temperature is 13°C. The rainiest months are December and January.
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Santa Barbara: A Coastal Tapestry of Natural Allure and Timeless Elegance

Santa Barbara is a coastal gem on California’s Central Coast, celebrated for its sparkling beaches and vibrant downtown. The city enchants visitors with its Spanish colonial architecture, lush gardens, and a thriving arts and culture scene. Take a leisurely stroll along the palm-lined waterfront, savour fresh seafood, and immerse yourself in the relaxed yet sophisticated ambience. Whether exploring historic landmarks or simply basking in the sea breeze, Santa Barbara offers an irresistible blend of natural beauty and urban charm.

Discover great hotels near Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara hotels offer a diverse range of accommodation options, from stylish boutique stays to laid-back retreats near pristine beaches, all within a charming Californian coastal setting. Here are some of our travelers' favorite hotels near Santa Barbara:

  1. Best Western Plus South Coast InnOpens in a new window: This budget-friendly hotel is a delightful option for leisure travellers seeking a relaxed and adventurous coastal escape. It boasts a commendable guest rating and an inviting beach access experience. The property offers a variety of adventure sports and recreational activities, ensuring a dynamic and engaging stay with features such as a gym, pool and hot tub with towels. The positive review sentiments highlight a perfectly executed stay with a convenient location and satisfying amenities. The hotel provides a curated experience ideal for those who appreciate a smooth and refreshing retreat with a focus on comfort and distinctive coastal adventures.
  2. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/GoletaOpens in a new window: This budget-friendly hotel caters to leisure travellers looking for an engaging, beachside escape enriched with a vibrant atmosphere. With a notable guest rating and direct beach access, it presents a refined experience with fresh and satisfying breakfast offerings, a clean and inviting pool area, and a well-maintained spa. The hotel provides an array of adventure sports and recreational activities, perfectly suited for those desiring a seamless and memorable journey along the scenic coastline. The setting is designed for travellers who value curated, high-quality experiences and a distinctive coastal retreat with a welcoming ambiance.
  3. The Leta Santa Barbara GoletaOpens in a new window: This 4-star hotel is an exceptional choice for leisure travellers seeking a refined coastal retreat combined with distinctive hot spring experiences. With a commendable guest rating and direct beach access, it offers an elegant setting enriched by a natural hot spring nearby. The property delights guests with a well-appointed restaurant, inviting common areas, and thoughtful architectural design. It provides an array of adventure sports and curated recreational activities, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience. This hotel is perfectly suited for those looking for a boutique experience that blends relaxation, distinctive design, and a smooth, high-quality journey along the beautiful coastline.

Things to do near Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara charms with its blend of pristine beaches and rugged mountain backdrops, perfect for seaside strolls, cycling along scenic routes, and relishing radiant sunsets. Discover peaceful parks, invigorating coastal walks, and delightful local markets, making it an ideal retreat for those who love nature and relaxed exploration.

  • Seven FallsOpens in a new window – Discover the natural beauty of Seven Falls, a captivating waterfall that offers a unique setting in Santa Barbara. Although the location is known primarily for its waterfall, it is also associated with the beach and sea, providing a versatile experience for visitors. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast or simply in search of a peaceful spot to enjoy the outdoors, Seven Falls invites you to explore its scenic surroundings. With a backdrop that hints at both aquatic adventures and the refreshing embrace of coastal beauty, this destination encourages travellers to appreciate the blend of water features and the natural environment. Take a moment to relax by the waterfall, listen to the soothing sounds of cascading water, and enjoy the enriching connection to nature that this site provides. Let the rhythmic flow of the falls and the nearby coastal allure guide your day as you uncover the hidden charm of Santa Barbara.

4 tips for savvy savings when booking a hotel in Santa Barbara

  1. Book for the cheapest times: Visiting Santa Barbara on a budget is a smart choice, especially in January, February, and November when hotel prices may drop to more affordable levels. For those looking for great value for money, a stay of at least 2 to 3 days is ideal for exploring the city's key attractions, including its iconic beach, renowned winery, scenic sea views, and charming historical sites. Walking tours, shopping excursions, delightful dining experiences, cosy cafes, leisurely biking, and stunning sunsets all contribute to a memorable cultural and historical exploration in this vibrant destination.
  2. Look for last-minute deals on Hotels.com: Explore Santa Barbara with Hotels.com, where you may discover attractive offers in the DealsOpens in a new window section. Check the Last-Minute Deals area for discounted hotel rates as your travel dates approach. For an added advantage, use the Smart Shopping comparison tool via the app to compare hotel prices and amenities, ensuring you’re more likely to spot a beneficial rate or available room just in time for your getaway.
  3. Be flexible with dates: Prices may vary depending on factors such as the hotel's location, star rating, and the time of year, so being flexible with your dates could help you save on your stay in a Santa Barbara hotel. For those seeking unique accommodations, boutique hotels may offer a more personalised experience and sometimes a better value. When you book with Hotels.com, we will advise you if the price for your chosen dates is above or below the average, and if it appears to be on the higher side, we may suggest more affordable dates to help you find a better deal.
  4. Consider your location: Hotels situated near the city centre generally tend to be more expensive, but with Santa Barbara's superb public transport links, you might discover a more affordable independent hotel located further out that remains well-connected. For those wishing to explore alternative, less crowded neighbourhoods or even lesser-known nearby towns, there is often excellent value for money to be found. Opting for these alternative destinations could provide a more authentic and budget-friendly experience.

Best time to go to Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara experiences its lowest average temperature in February, at 55.0°F (12.8°C), while August is the hottest month, with an average temperature of 72.9°F (22.7°C). December is usually the wettest month. June to August are the peak travel months in Santa Barbara, attracting a higher number of tourists. During this peak period, the weather is sunny, accompanied by no rainfall. On the other hand, January, February, and December tend to be quieter times to visit, marked by light rainfall and sunny conditions.

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