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5 Stars Hotels in Montecito, Santa Barbara from CA $308

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1. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Ellwood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect stay"
United States
julie
The price is CA $956
CA $1,213 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Exterior

2. Ojai Valley Inn

Ojai Valley Inn
5.0 star property
Ojai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful location, very comfortable room (best night sleeps), pools, the course and trails early mornings!"
United States
Mary
The price is CA $873
CA $1,101 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Ojai Valley Inn
Restaurant

3. Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"It was such an amazing hotel!! They really do everything right. I can’t wait to go back."
United States
Tricia
The price is CA $803
CA $1,020 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hotel Californian
Miramar Ocean View Suite | View from room

4. Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
Montecito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (342 reviews)
"Amazing beach experience."
United States
Khachatur
The price is CA $2,366
CA $2,870 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Exterior

5. El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (602 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"
United States
Dylan
The price is CA $926
CA $1,158 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Hayloft Room (1 King Bed)

6. Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (733 reviews)
"One of the best places we have stayed in."
United States
Victor
The price is CA $410
CA $562 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Simpson House Inn
3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

7. 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
Anonymous traveller
Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara
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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is CA $315 per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
CA $315
CA $366 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
includes taxes & fees
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Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

10/10 Excellent
"Great, clean room and staff very friendly1"
Thomas 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Californian
El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"We lived the experience! Will go back"
Stephen 2-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
El Encanto Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 5-star hotels in Montecito?
Rosewood Miramar Beach, Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara and Hotel Californian are among the most popular 5-star hotels in Montecito, according to our traveller reviews. These swanky hotels rate highly for things like their conveniences, location and service standards. Pick your favourite and enjoy all the luxury trimmings.
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in Montecito?
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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Montecito?
From high-end dining venues and 24/7 fitness centres to swimming pools and superior bedding, the 5-star experience in Montecito is all about comfort and luxury. But it takes more than just upscale conveniences to get a 5-star rating. Stays must also deliver outstanding guest-focused services like in-room beauty treatments, on-site dry cleaning and laundry and room service any time night or day.

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