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Beachside Inn
Located across the street from the Santa Barbara Harbor and a 5 minutes' walk from the beach, this hotel offers a year-round outdoor pool and complimentary parking.
Cabrillo Inn at the Beach
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.
Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara
Located 6.4 km from Arroyo Burro Beach Country Park, this hotel in Santa Barbara, California offers an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness centre.
The Upham Hotel
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.
Santa Barbara Inn
Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, the Santa Barbara Inn is situated in Santa Barbara, 2 minutes' walk from the beach.
Hotel Santa Barbara
This hotel is within 3.2 km of the Santa Barbara Zoo and Leadbetter Beach and Park. We offer complimentary Wi-Fi and a Starbucks Coffee shop right outside our doors.
Simpson House Inn
Built in 1874, this Victorian bed and breakfast is surrounded by lush landscaped gardens and 3 blocks of city parks. It features gourmet breakfast and evening wine tastings.
Hotel Californian
Located next to the Funk Zone in Santa Barbara, the Hotel Californian is just steps from the beach and features an outdoor pool.
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
This Santa Barbara beachfront resort offers an outdoor pool with a poolside lounge. Sterns Wharf and State Street shops’ is 5 minutes’ drive away.
Riviera Beach House
This contemporary hotel is just 5 minutes’ walk to Stearns Wharf and the Santa Barbara beachfront. Free Wi-Fi is provided. All rooms include plush bathrobes in the en suite European-style bathrooms.
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Santa Barbara's best hotels with breakfast
8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 106 reviewsOffering an outdoor pool and hot tub, Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta is located in the Goleta district in Santa Barbara, next to University of California, Santa Barbara.Private parking...
Very clean very comfortable. Nice staff great location.
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
Hotel in Goleta, Santa BarbaraBreakfast options8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 278 reviewsSet in Santa Barbara, Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta is 16 km from Antioch College and offers facilities like an outdoor pool.
friendly staff big rooms very comfy beds free parking
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Hotel in Santa BarbaraBreakfast options8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 186 reviewsJust 4 miles from Santa Barbara Airport, this Goleta hotel offers an outdoor pool and hot tub. A restaurant and fitness centre is located on site. Free Wi-Fi is included in all guest rooms.
Very clean. Lighting good! Staff pleasant always
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Hotel in Santa BarbaraBreakfast options8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 584 reviewsThis hotel is 8 miles from downtown Santa Barbara and within 5 minutes' drive of the University of California-Santa Barbara. The hotel offers an airport shuttle and free WiFi.
The room was very clean, staff was really friendly.
Brisas Del Mar Inn at the Beach
Hotel in West Beach, Santa BarbaraBreakfast options8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 377 reviewsThis 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.
The lovely breakfast and afternoon treat of cheese and wine
Circle Bar B Guest Ranch
Hotel in Santa BarbaraBreakfast options8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 56 reviewsLocated 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...
The wranglers leading the horse back ride were great.
Villa Rosa Inn
Hotel in West Beach, Santa BarbaraBreakfast options7.3Scored 7.3GoodRated good· 1,529 reviewsThis small inn is located steps from the beach in Santa Barbara, California. The inn offers a free continental breakfast and free evening wine tasting with snacks.
Amazing property and hospitality services. Great stay
Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara
Hotel in Santa BarbaraBreakfast options7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 1,148 reviewsLocated 6.4 km from Arroyo Burro Beach Country Park, this hotel in Santa Barbara, California offers an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness centre.
The room was spacious and came with a coffee machine
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9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 634 reviewsLocated 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.
Great staff, great staff,great experience loved it
8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 1,569 reviewsOffering 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.
Very nice clean and big room in a very convenient location!
8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 108 reviewsSituated in a lush grove of trees off Highway 101, this all suites hotel features an outdoor pool and hot tub in a garden setting. Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is 5 minutes’ drive away.
It is a beautiful resort and the staff was wonderful!
Hotel Santa Barbara
Hotel in Santa BarbaraCheap hotel8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 790 reviewsThis hotel is within 3.2 km of the Santa Barbara Zoo and Leadbetter Beach and Park. We offer complimentary Wi-Fi and a Starbucks Coffee shop right outside our doors.
Great location, comfortable bed and friendly staff
8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 623 reviewsThis 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.
nice and cozy rooms - also the outside facilities are made up really nice
De La Vina Inn
Hotel in Santa BarbaraCheap hotel8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 82 reviewsSituated in Santa Barbara, 3.5 Km from Leadbetter Beach and 320 meters from State Street, De La Vina Inn features a secure self check-in system, accommodation with a shared lounge, free private...
Beautiful historical building in a fantastic location
The Presidio
Hotel in Santa BarbaraCheap hotel7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 2,057 reviewsLocated 6 minutes’ drive from Stearns Wharf, this Santa Barbara hotel offers free parking to guests. It also features hypoallergenic bedding and amenities.
Location, easy to check-in and checkout. Good value.
7.3Scored 7.3GoodRated good· 1,525 reviewsLocated 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.
Close to the beach and close to my conference venue.
Hotels located in the centre of Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Inn
Hotel in East Beach, Santa BarbaraCentral location8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 604 reviewsFeaturing free WiFi throughout the property, the Santa Barbara Inn is situated in Santa Barbara, 2 minutes' walk from the beach.
It was an amazing hotel huge rooms and great views
The Upham Hotel
Hotel in Santa BarbaraCentral location8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 422 reviewsThis 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.
Upscale, historic property with an on-site restaurant
Hotel Californian
Hotel in West Beach, Santa BarbaraCentral location8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 228 reviewsLocated next to the Funk Zone in Santa Barbara, the Hotel Californian is just steps from the beach and features an outdoor pool.
location. the room was beautiful and the staff was great
Riviera Beach House
Hotel in West Beach, Santa BarbaraCentral location8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 267 reviewsThis contemporary hotel is just 5 minutes’ walk to Stearns Wharf and the Santa Barbara beachfront. Free Wi-Fi is provided. All rooms include plush bathrobes in the en suite European-style bathrooms.
Location was fantastic. Staff were super friendly.
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Hotel in West Beach, Santa BarbaraCentral location8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 753 reviewsAvania Inn of Santa Barbara is located at 1.5 blocks from the waterfront and Stearn's Wharf. All guest rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi.
Perfect location. Good breakfast. Clean room. Great staff.
Haley Hotel
Hotel in Santa BarbaraCentral location7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 119 reviewsBoasting barbecue facilities, Haley Hotel is situated in Santa Barbara in the California region, 1 km from West Beach and 2.3 km from Leadbetter Beach.
No Carpet! Great for allergy sufferers like myself
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Hotel in Goleta, Santa BarbaraCentral location7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 713 reviewsFeaturing a fitness centre and outdoor pool, Best Western Plus South Coast Inn is a contemporary property located within 10 minutes’ drive of downtown Santa Barbara and Goleta Beach.
Nice hotel with a great pool. Would absolutely stay here again.
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
Hotel in Goleta, Santa BarbaraCentral location7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 340 reviewsThis California hotel is just 2 miles from Goleta Beach Park. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta features an outdoor pool, a hot tub and rooms with flat-screen cable TVs and free Wi-Fi.
Nice clean room Close to what we needed helpful staff
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What guests said about Santa Barbara:
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Santa Barbara was absolutely beautiful!!!
Santa Barbara was absolutely beautiful!!! It was really lush and green there! The wildflowers were blooming everywhere! The mountains and hills were super lush and green and very beautiful! The Botanical Gardens are incredible and are filled with poppies and wildflowers! The Mission, Courthouse, State Street, Stearns Wharf, and Alice Peck Park are all amazing places to visit! The weather was a perfect 73 degrees for most of my trip, until the last day. The people were all very nice and pleasant to deal with. Brophy's, at the Harbor has the best fish and chips that I have ever had!! There were some whales right off of the Harbor that I was privileged to see! There was also an awesome feeding frenzy that brought in hundreds of pelicans and cormorants to dive into the water at the same time!! It was phenomenal to watch. People who have lived in Santa Barbara all of their lives have never seen anything like it!!! It was an absolutely amazing trip!
LoriUnited States - 10Scored 10
It is so beautiful there, it has energy
It is so beautiful there, it has energy & offers many types of activities & a plethora of restaurants, shops, night life, spas, zoo, museums & the beach. Go, visit - it's worth it!Bellino - 8.0Scored 8.0
We visited in February when unknown to us was the film...
We visited in February when unknown to us was the film festival, the weather was perfect, town seemed quiet even with film festival which was a bonus, still able to grab tickets. Plenty of restaurants to choose from, lots with outdoor eating with patio heaters. We enjoyed the SB Whale watching trip we did, small exclusive boat made us feel VIPs and saw plenty of humpback whales. Easy to walk around the town, but also easy to drive and explore neighbouring Montecito
Sarah-Jane ParkerUnited Kingdom - 10Scored 10
Great place to visit, especially with wonderful weather.
Great place to visit, especially with wonderful weather. For seafood, Lure is amazing!!! Chad's and Cajun Kitchen are great breakfast spots. If you are there on Sunday, see the Art/Craft Market at the Beach. Lots of amazing stuff and all the vendors are so friendly. Also, a huge recommendation to Olive Hill Farms in Los Olivos. Great place for oils and vinegars.
KathleenUnited States - 10Scored 10
Loved the beautiful landscaping and architecture everywhere.
Loved the beautiful landscaping and architecture everywhere. Clean city and easy to navigate while driving but MapQuest misguided me numerous times. Excellent ethnic food restaurants. Lots of choices. I’m recommending “Meet Up” Chinese, “Your Place” Thai and “Masala Spice” Indian foods. Meet Up was first place I’ve ever been served by a robot!!!! Very cool!
CynthiaUnited States - 10Scored 10
Santa Barbara has a lot to offer from beaches to hiking...
Santa Barbara has a lot to offer from beaches to hiking mountain biking to sailing and other outdoor adventures. I would have liked to have more time to explore. Relax at the rose gardens at the mission, hike more, beach sunsets and dinner downtown. Getting around is easy. Biking is fun! I would avoid the traffic in the funk zone on Friday night. Park in a paid lot and walk in is what I recommend. Also check out the Farmer’s market downtown on Tuesday nights and Saturday mornings. Wishing everyone a great time!
SabrinaUnited States
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- From £272.84 per night8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 377 reviewsThis hotel was amazing! Our room was basically an apartment with a kitchen, living room, and separate bedroom with a walk in closet. I do like to clean my room upon arriving to a hotel and it was already spotless. When we requested our room to be cleaned, they were so quick, but thorough! Breakfast was light (egg bites, yogurt, pastries), but very good. The location was awesome. Near the beach, gas stations, freeway, restaurants, and little markets. Probably the best hotel we've ever been to!TaylorUnited States
- From £364.73 per night8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 604 reviewsOn our 15 day road trip, we stayed at 10 different accommodations. This is by far our favorite and we stayed at some very nice hotels along the way. Room was spacious and well decorated. Bed was comfortable and the balcony was very nice. The location was amazing and we loved being able to cross the street and be on the beach. Staff here was very friendly. We will absolutely stay here again if we are ever back in the area!KellyUnited States
- From £260.07 per night8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 1,569 reviewsHarborview is my go to hotel in Santa Barbara. It is always welcoming, clean, orderly, and in one of the best locations possible...right at the foot of State Street and across from the Ocean. It does not get any better! The rooms are large and laid out nicely with balconies or patios. The ocean view rooms on the street are nice but the ocean view rooms overlooking the lovely grounds and pool are the BEST.EEllenUnited States
- From £228.26 per night9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 1,091 reviewsThis Motel was the best place we stayed on a 3 week trip. Its in a perfect location near the beach, marina, and the Main street of Santa Barbara. The staff were all lovely, really friendly and helpful. They put on a really lovely continental breakfast included in our stay with pastries, cereal, tea, coffee, juice and bagels! The rooms were lovely fresh, clean and comfy. We wish we had stayed longer!
MichelleUnited Kingdom - From £181.91 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 1,736 reviewsNice pool area, room clean and modern, comfy bet, good location, tasty restaurant on site with good breakfast. Room rates were low as I was visiting mid-week in early Spring (weekend rates were at least double, which would have been quite pricey -and this is a relatively basic hotel.). Location is good, beautiful hilly residential area next to downtown SB (next to Cottage Hospital precisely).joshuaUnited States
- From £171.14 per night7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 204 reviewsI loved the location! Just 10 minutes north of downtown Santa Barbara! The staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. They greeted us with a bottle of wine and a room upgrade for our anniversary! I also really appreciated how dog friendly they were. Awesome accommodations! Highly recommend! We will be back! Thank you, Leta Hotel! The Jacobsons!
AlishaUnited States - From £290.01 per night8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 2,038 reviewsDelightful hotel just 2 blocks back from Santa Barbara beach, and just a short stroll into town. Rooms are spotlessly clean and comfortable and there's adequate parking (needs to be booked and paid for). Staff are extremely helpful, the welcome drinks are a nice touch as is the endless supply of coffee and fresh baked cookies in the lobby.
NicholasUnited Kingdom - From £292.78 per night9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 420 reviewsWe had a lovely little cottage with all the amenities, good shower, comfortable beds, tea kettle, fridge, full kitchen. Very close to the downtown, but at the same time quiet and peaceful area. Lovely staff. Amazing breakfast! Highly recommend Cheshire Cat and will return on our next visit to Santa Barbara. This place is a gem!MonikaUnited States
- From £93.11 per night6.8Scored 6.8PleasantRated pleasant· 687 reviewsSunset Hotel is ok. It's good for the price in Santa Barbara, but not more. The lady at the reception was very friendly, the room was clean, but rather small. No breakfast due to covid restrictions what I don't really understand, since all the restaurants are open without any restrictions.MichaelSwitzerland
- From £275.23 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 790 reviewshis hotel is in a great location - dead centre of Santa Barbara - lovely older style property in great condition and in keeping with the neighbourhood - bars, shops and restaurants all within a minute from the front door of the hotel - staff really friendly as well. Would recommendColinUnited Kingdom
- From £200.75 per night8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 403 reviewsFantastic hotel.Family room very spacious and comfy.Great location for one night with a few places to eat.We took the bikes and cycled into santa barbara and back- this was about 5m each way and a couple of hills with no gears but was beautiful! Great value and highly recommended!nicolaUnited Kingdom
- From £188.63 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 753 reviewsThe hotel breakfast was better than others we experienced at a similar price class hotel. The kids appreciated the waffle maker and the fresh fruit. Location was convenient, near the beach...but a bit on the edge of town. everything was walkable, but a bit further than expected.CharleneSweden
- From £177.93 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 713 reviewsGreat location, close enough to downtown Santa Barbara but not in the busy area so it was nice to have a quiet stay. Area was nice and felt safe. Hotel was clean and staff was nice. Felt it was priced a bit high but it was a holiday weekend. Would definitely stay there again.DorisUnited States
- From £275.23 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 790 reviewsHistoric hotel in downtown Santa Barbara, good location, fantastic ambiance. I came early and dropped my luggage off and they texted me when my room was ready. The front desk staff was friendly and super competent. I really enjoyed my stay here.
CharlesUnited States - From £259.20 per night9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 2,317 reviewsExcellent location - 2 minute walk to marina and beach. Room was large, well furnished, beautiful decor and very comfortable beds Santa Barbara is not cheap to stay on but this little gem of a hotel was good value in comparison to others
SandraIreland - From £207.25 per night8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 1,374 reviewsFront desk chap on check in was really helpful sharing great hints that made our Santa Barbara stay super easy. A typical big Hotel Room that you expect in the USA which was great after being in the UK.BrentNew Zealand
- From £415.92 per night8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 234 reviewsBeautiful hotel and bedroom Loved the courtyard , a piece of heaven in super busy Santa Barbara Nice pool , small but well kept Super friendly staff especially ChandraCarolineUnited Kingdom
- From £200.17 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 2,941 reviewsFantastic location by the beach, pier and harbour. Walking distance to everything! A gorgeous small hotel perfect for families with a delicious breakfast included.
JuliannaAustralia - 7.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 4 reviewsThe house is located really close to Santa Barbara downtown. It was very clean, spacious, with a great outside sitting area.AnnaUnited Kingdom
- From £290.01 per night8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 2,038 reviewsIts near the beach area, quiet and clean environment
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