5 Stars Hotels in Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara from CA $292

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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Goleta
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly, helpful staff, good food and close to beach! "
United States
Katrina
The price is CA $1,073
CA $1,298 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Restaurant

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (951 reviews)
"Great rooms and friendly staff; amazing location "
United States
Mary
The price is CA $916
CA $1,134 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Hotel Californian
Exterior

El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (560 reviews)
"My favorite hotel"
United States
Joshua
The price is CA $931
CA $1,164 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Garden

Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (714 reviews)
"Beautiful property, convenient location, fantastic staff"
United States
Joe
The price is CA $516
CA $682 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Simpson House Inn
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Montecito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (656 reviews)
"we had an unfortunate experience with insects. property was neautiful as usual and staff was very acomodating."
United States
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Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara
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The Milo

The Milo

202 W Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is CA $373 per night from May 5 to May 6
CA $373
CA $426 total
May 5 - May 6
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,540 reviews)
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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location right on the ocean. Beautiful customer service and amenities. "
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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 5-star hotels in Downtown Santa Barbara?
Hotel Californian is a much-loved option around the Santa Barbara neighbourhood of Downtown Santa Barbara according to Expedia customer reviews. From its best-in-class services to its premium amenities, this 5-star hotel promises a comfortable and luxurious stay.
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in Downtown Santa Barbara?
The amount you pay for a 5-star hotel in Downtown Santa Barbara can vary depending on when you prefer to travel and how long you plan to stay, among a range of factors. Use our price per night filter and other search tools to score the best deal on a luxurious stay.

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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Downtown Santa Barbara?
From high-end dining venues and fitness centres to pools and deluxe bedding, the 5-star experience in Downtown Santa Barbara is all about indulgence and comfort. But it calls for more than just top-notch amenities to receive a 5-star rating. Stays also have to offer remarkable guest services like in-room beauty treatments, on-site laundry and dry cleaning and 24-hour room service.

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