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La Playa Inn Santa Barbara

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

The Pacific Ocean is less than 5 minutes’ walk from this Santa Barbara property. Continental breakfast and free WiFi are provided. A refrigerator is included in each room.

M
Mariska
From
Netherlands
It was clean, great location, free parking and the beds were so comfortable! The hotel opened 3 years ago and you can tell it’s a fairly new hotel. Everything looked brand new and clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,361 reviews
Price from
US$265.05
1 night, 2 adults

Marina Beach Motel

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

This Santa Barbara Motel, 15 minutes’ drive from the University of California Santa Barbara, offers a complimentary daily breakfast buffet and free bicycles to its guests during their stay.

Y
Yavor
From
United Kingdom
Location, clean, comfortable big beds, parking.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,174 reviews
Price from
US$219.99
1 night, 2 adults

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Hotel in Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail, Santa Barbara

Set in Santa Barbara, 2.2 km from East Beach, Palihouse Santa Barbara offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

M
Marco
From
Germany
Design & style & kindness - wow !! The perfect place to explore Santa Barbara!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews
Price from
US$335
1 night, 2 adults

The Eagle Inn

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

Located 10 minutes’ walk from Central Santa Barbara, this hotel serves daily hot breakfast with egg dishes and organic fruit. All unique guest rooms offer free Wi-Fi. Free guest parking is available....

G
Giulia
From
Sweden
Everything was perfect! Location, room, breakfast. Excellent
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 620 reviews
Price from
US$340
1 night, 2 adults

Circle Bar B Guest Ranch

Hotel in Santa Barbara

Located in Santa Barbara, 29 km from University Of California, Santa Barbara, Circle Bar B Guest Ranch provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a...

P
Paul
From
United States
Very welcoming and homey feel. Like we were visiting out of town relatives.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
Price from
US$604.50
1 night, 2 adults

El Encanto Santa Barbara

Hotel in Santa Barbara

Perched above the Pacific with sweeping ocean vistas, El Encanto is a serene boutique retreat just five minutes from central Santa Barbara.

M
Matthew
From
United Kingdom
This is probably the best hotel I’ve stayed in for a long time. Wow! Stunning views, great food, lovely staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews
Price from
US$935
1 night, 2 adults

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

Located in Santa Barbara, 300 metres from West Beach, Castillo Inn at the Beach provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Y
Yesenia
From
Colombia
Everything met our expectations. The staff was incredibly friendly, and the location was perfect — everything was within walking distance, and there were plenty of restaurants nearby. Without a doubt, we’ll stay here again in the future.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,297 reviews
Price from
US$222
1 night, 2 adults

Mason Beach Inn

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

Less than 5 minutes' walk from the beach, this Santa Barbara inn features an outdoor heated pool and a hot tub. All guestrooms offer free WiFi.

A
Alena
From
Bulgaria
This hotel has amazing pillows! my neck felt great! I even asked to buy one - unfortunately, they explained to me that these pillows are sent in limited quantities and they cannot even be ordered, as they are only for hotels.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,113 reviews
Price from
US$274.55
1 night, 2 adults

Harbor View Inn

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

Offering an outdoor pool and hot tub, this Santa Barbara hotel is less than 5 minutes’ walk from Stearn’s Wharf. Guests can enjoy a full service spa experience at Spa Beaumontia, located on-site.

P
Paul
From
Isle of Man
Lovely staff couldn't be more helpful Great location and restaurants near by Right on the beach and boardwalk
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,650 reviews
Price from
US$275
1 night, 2 adults

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Hotel in Santa Barbara Downtown, Santa Barbara

This Santa Barbara, California hotel is located 3 miles from Stearn’s Wharf on the Pacific Ocean. The hotel offers free WiFi and cable TV in every room.

C
Charles
From
Ireland
amazing welcome by the lovely man working at reception. It was our honeymoon and he made us feel so welcome after a long day on the road.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,271 reviews
Price from
US$179
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with parking in Santa Barbara

Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,332 reviews
From US$159.87 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,271 reviews
From US$216.34 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,174 reviews
From US$251.93 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 330 reviews
From US$304.13 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 507 reviews
From US$281.51 per night
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 247 reviews
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews
From US$367.32 per night
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 777 reviews
From US$317.84 per night
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 334 reviews
From US$347.17 per night
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews
From US$286.14 per night

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Hotels located in the centre of Santa Barbara

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews

This stylish newly renovated Santa Barbara hotel features an outdoor rooftop swimming pool and a lounge with stunning views. Centrally located State Street is 5 minutes’ walk away.

From US$494.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 272 reviews

This historic hotel in downtown Santa Barbara is a 5-minute drive to the beach and Stearns Wharf. It is surrounded by an acre of gardens. Guests can enjoy the property's free WiFi as well.

<h2>Modern Comforts</h2> Casa Castillo in Santa Barbara offers recently renovated aparthotel accommodations with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and free on-site private parking.

From US$237.14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

Attractively set in the centre of Santa Barbara, Social Stays - Santa Barbara's FIRST hostel on State Street features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

From US$139.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

Located 2 miles from Sterns Wharf. Free Wi-Fi in rooms is offered to all guests.

From US$286.14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,948 reviews

Located 6 minutes’ drive from Stearns Wharf, this Santa Barbara hotel offers free parking to guests. It also features hypoallergenic bedding and amenities.

From US$124.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

Casa Riviera - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara features accommodation within less than 1 km of the centre of Santa Barbara, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with a microwave, a toaster and...

From US$293.92 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Casa Riviera - Boutique Apartments in Downtown Santa Barbara provides accommodation within less than 1 km of the centre of Santa Barbara, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a...

From US$421.89 per night

Budget hotels in Santa Barbara and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 555 reviews

Featuring free WiFi in all rooms, this Santa Barbara, California motel is 5 minutes’ drive from Santa Barbara Museum Of Natural History. UC Santa Barbara is 15 minutes’ drive away.

From US$104.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,234 reviews

Located directly across from the beach, this Santa Barbara hotel offers a heated outdoor pool and free WiFi. The Zoological Gardens are a short walk away.

From US$111.46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 553 reviews

Featuring free Wi-Fi, this motel is 15 minutes’ drive from the Santa Barbara Waterfront. It offers free parking and a 24 hour front desk.

From US$92.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 579 reviews

A short drive from beautiful beaches and easily accessible from local attractions, including the historic Santa Barbara Mission, this Santa Barbara, California motel offers comfortable rooms and an...

From US$127.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,073 reviews

Located 3 km away from Old Mission Santa Barbara, this motel offers comfortable accommodations with free WiFi. Free guest parking is provided for all vehicles including trucks, RVs and buses.

From US$108.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews

Boasting a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, De La Vina Inn is situated in the centre of Santa Barbara, 2.8 km from West Beach.

From US$268.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

Ideally situated in Santa Barbara, The Craft House Inn is a recently renovated bed and breakfast, which features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$297.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Situated right in the centre of Santa Barbara, 1.3 km from West Beach, The Inn At Anatega #3 features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi and a flat-screen TV.

Best hotels with breakfast in Santa Barbara and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 205 reviews

Located 2 miles away from Old Mission Santa Barbara, this historic hotel serves a daily hot breakfast. It features guest rooms equipped with free WiFi. A 24-hour reception is available.

From US$251.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews

Originally built in 1905, this quaint Santa Barbara B&B features individually decorated guest rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers spa and massage services and serves a daily buffet breakfast.

From US$259.37 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews

Well situated in the West Beach district of Santa Barbara, Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is situated 17 km from University Of California, Santa Barbara, less than 1 km from...

From US$383.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 565 reviews

Situated in Santa Barbara, 400 metres from West Beach, ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

From US$162.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 333 reviews

This Santa Barbara hotel is 2 blocks from the many beaches and yacht harbor. The Mediterranean-style hotel features a fountain, free bike rentals, and an expanded continental breakfast every morning.

From US$304.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 506 reviews

This Santa Barbara hotel is located a 10-minute walk from West Beach. The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool, free Wi-Fi and a daily continental breakfast.

From US$281.51 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 244 reviews

This Santa Barbara inn is located next to Pershing Park and 2 blocks from the beach. The inn offers a daily continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi.

From US$292.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Set within 100 metres of West Beach and 18 km of University Of California, Santa Barbara, TIDE POOL VILLAS offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Santa Barbara.

From US$581.35 per night

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What guests said about Santa Barbara:

10

Santa Barbara feels like a bit of paradise right here on...

Santa Barbara feels like a bit of paradise right here on earth. Beautiful beaches, good restaurants, interesting history, and friendly folks. The local pool (Los Banos Del Mar) is really top notch! Walkable city.
Guest review by
MAGGIETEXT
United States
10

We enjoyed Santa Barbara as usual.

We enjoyed Santa Barbara as usual. We have been coming there once a year for about 10 years. We enjoyed the Trolley Tour, although we have had better guides. The one we had seemed to roll through all the sights where, during previous visits, we were able to get better photos, and saw more.
Guest review by
Anonymous
10

Santa Barbara is and has been a fun location to vacation in.

Santa Barbara is and has been a fun location to vacation in. The costs are high but there are extensive options for hotels and restaurants of all sorts. The scenery and beaches are top notch. A fun family area as well as a large variety of adult offerings.
Guest review by
Jan Pschak
United States
10

We went during Fiesta and what great timing on our part even...

We went during Fiesta and what great timing on our part even though we had no idea Of course we went to State St bc so much to see and do especially with the Fiesta activities We went to the beach Ate a couple of meals at the marina Also went to the Botanic Gardens
Guest review by
Margo
United States
10

Great place to visit.

Great place to visit. Lots to see and do within walking distance, plenty of bike rentals for further trips, entertainment for all ages. The Marine Center and MOXI were fun for kids and adults alike. McConnells Ice Cream is a great treat.
Guest review by
Anonymous
10

Everything there was beautiful and wonderful to see, all the...

Everything there was beautiful and wonderful to see, all the shops were fantastic. The food was great everything was so close together ,you didn't need a car you just walk around. We all had a fantastic time! It was amazing. I definitely want to go back as soon as I can I wish I could live there.
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From US$432.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,034 reviews
What an absolute gem of a hotel - perfect positioned for both the beach and for enjoying State Street, the hub of Santa Barbara. Check in was easy and Ben, who was on the desk went over and above explaining the hotel and especially the area of SB. The room was really clean, VERY comfortable and well appointed - with GREAT coffee too. Free bike hire was an added bonus, as was the pool area, the fire pit - to be honest it was perfect!
Guest review by
Philip1960
United Kingdom
From US$129.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,822 reviews
The room was large. The bed and especially the pillows were first class. Would have been 10/10 but I just didn't like the bathroom (it was large and useful, but felt bleak and cold). The hotel restaurant is fantastic. No need to venture out when staying at the Lemon Tree Inn. Two nights there, two fantastic meals. I recommend the Calamari especially, the best I have ever tasted.
Guest review by
Colin
United Kingdom
From US$92.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 553 reviews
Is it worth $140 a night? Not really. But considering that’s about as cheap as it gets for Santa Barbara, it was a solid stay. Clean enough, comfy enough. Good location, in walking distance of a lot of stores/restaurants and only a couple minutes drive to downtown.
Guest review by
Jessica
United States
From US$158.46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,257 reviews
There was a Sri lanken guy on reception who was extremely friendly and more than helpful, telling us the best way to get to downtown, best places to visit and recommended places to park. Hotel bed was comfy and offered a continental breakfast.
Guest review by
Ryan
United Kingdom
From US$318.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,113 reviews
Santa Barbara is a great place to stay and the hotel is in easy walking distance of the harbour and the main restaurant area is also not far. Wished we vhad more time to explore.
Guest review by
Holly
United Kingdom