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Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
21.3 km from Foothill
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,346 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful staff"
United States
Stephen
The price is CA $112
CA $131 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
28.9 km from Foothill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,020 reviews)
"Cant wait to return. Very charming and perfect for a romantic getaway"
United States
Megan
The price is CA $219
CA $246 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
19.1 km from Foothill
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,218 reviews)
"Great place for staying. "
United States
Yanchao
The price is CA $108
CA $127 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Casa Iglesia

Casa Iglesia
4.5 star property
Oak Park, 3.2 km from Foothill
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Such a beautiful property!! The room was spacious and had everything we could’ve needed, the bed was so comfortable. Super easy check in / check out process. Would definitely stay here again"
United States
Monique
The price is CA $208
CA $342 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Casa Iglesia

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
21.5 km from Foothill
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and clean"
United States
Natalie
The price is CA $281
CA $323 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
19.7 km from Foothill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,525 reviews)
"Clean and well located hotel. Close to the beach. We really enjoyed our stay"
United States
Paulina
The price is CA $238
CA $275 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
13.2 km from Foothill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (359 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staff was accommodating. "
United States
Dawn
The price is CA $506
CA $587 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Inn on Summer Hill

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 7 km from Foothill
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"great location!"
United States
Karen
The price is CA $174
CA $199 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
The Inn at East Beach

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 6.8 km from Foothill
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Amazing property and great service."
United States
jelica
The price is CA $356
CA $407 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Santa Barbara Inn

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
21.5 km from Foothill
7.0 out of 10, Good, (678 reviews)
"Sick vibes"
United States
Alex
The price is CA $238
CA $305 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Casa Del Sol

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
8.7 km from Foothill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean, great staff, walkable neighborhood"
United States
Sandra
The price is CA $272
CA $310 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 6.5 km from Foothill
7.8 out of 10, Good, (320 reviews)
"Great stay! Use the fire pits at night."
United States
Salina
The price is CA $404
CA $525 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 6.8 km from Foothill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,019 reviews)
"Clean room and super convenient location. The staff are quite friendly as well."
United States
Jamil
The price is CA $317
CA $362 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 5.8 km from Foothill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (440 reviews)
"Great place to stay!!"
United States
Viviano
The price is CA $312
CA $355 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
9.1 km from Foothill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Anthony
The price is CA $315
CA $419 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Montecito Inn

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Lower State, 5.2 km from Foothill
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,395 reviews)
"Great hotel!!! "
United States
Jamie
The price is CA $364
CA $423 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Hotel Santa Barbara

Rose Garden Inn

Rose Garden Inn
1.5 star property
1.9 km from Foothill
6.6 out of 10, (1,025 reviews)
"Great plaxe to stay"
United States
David
The price is CA $160
CA $183 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Rose Garden Inn

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 6 km from Foothill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (966 reviews)
"Loved the location and decoration. Amazing bed and pillows ❤️"
United States
Maria
The price is CA $538
CA $719 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Hotel Californian

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
4.0 star property
4.2 km from Foothill
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Home/room felt like home while our short stay away from home. Host was very helpful throughout our stay."
United States
Norma
The price is CA $311
CA $355 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
The Craft House Inn

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 6.9 km from Foothill
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,397 reviews)
"A great spot just a stones throw to the beach. Very clean and tidy, just what we needed for a couple of nights."
United Kingdom
Angus
The price is CA $265
CA $303 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
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Where to stay in Foothill

Find the best Foothill areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

Montecito

Celebrity-favored Montecito offers backcountry hiking trails and attractions like Lotusland and El Fureidis. Easily accessible via State Route 192 and the U.S. 101 Freeway, it's well-connected to Santa Barbara County.

Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.

East Beach

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Top Foothill Hotel Reviews

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in Foothill that travellers recommend?
Two of the best hotels in Foothill that receive consistently high recommendations from travellers are the El Encanto Santa Barbara and the Lemon Tree Inn.

The 5-star El Encanto Santa Barbara, with an impressive 9.4 rating, is a luxury option offering resort views and sea views. Guests frequently praise the exceptional service, excellent food, and the amazing location. Amenities include a fireplace, deep soaking bathtub, rainfall showerhead, and a poolside bar. It is also conveniently located near attractions such as Mission Santa Barbara and the Santa Barbara County Courthouse.

Another highly recommended option is the Lemon Tree Inn, a 3.5-star hotel with an 8.2 rating. Guests appreciate its nice, clean rooms and the friendly, helpful staff. The hotel features an outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, as well as a terrace and a rooftop terrace. Its location is considered convenient and great, and it is close to Mission Santa Barbara.
What are the best family hotels in Foothill?
For an excellent family stay in Foothill, consider the luxurious El Encanto Santa Barbara or the convenient Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn.

The 5-star El Encanto Santa Barbara, with an outstanding 9.4 rating, offers a truly exceptional experience for families. It provides numerous family-friendly amenities such as travel cribs, sofa beds, complimentary rollaway extra beds and cribs, and child-friendly window designs. The hotel also boasts a variety of kids' meal options at its restaurant, and for added convenience, supervised childcare and babysitting services are available on-site. Connecting rooms are also an option. Guests frequently praise the hotel's exceptional service, excellent food, and amazing location, being just 1.0 km from Mission Santa Barbara and 1.1 km from Alice Keck Memorial Garden.

Another good option is the 3-star Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn, rated 8.2. This hotel provides connecting rooms and sofa beds, which are ideal for families. Guests appreciate the comfortable and clean rooms, the nice and helpful staff, and the convenient and easy self-parking. The location is also considered great, and there is a beautiful pool for relaxation. It is located 1.7 km from Earl Warren Showgrounds.
What are the best 5-star hotels in Foothill?
For a luxurious 5-star experience in Foothill, the El Encanto Santa Barbara is an outstanding choice.

This magnificent 5-star hotel boasts an impressive 9.4 rating and is celebrated for its exceptional service and excellent food. Guests can enjoy a wide array of amenities, including a ResortView, SeaView, and CouplesDining options. The hotel provides premium bedding, massage services, and both secured valet parking and standard valet parking. For relaxation, there is a poolside bar, a fireplace, and deep soaking bathtubs, complemented by rainfall showerheads and bathrobes in the rooms. Dining is a delight with a restaurant offering ocean views and alfresco options. The location is amazing, with Mission Santa Barbara just 1.0 km away, Alice Keck Memorial Garden at 1.1 km, Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra at 1.3 km, Santa Barbara County Courthouse at 1.6 km, and Santa Barbara Museum of Art at 1.7 km.
What are the best spa hotels in Foothill?
For an exceptional spa experience in Foothill, El Encanto Santa Barbara is highly recommended.

This 5-star hotel, with an outstanding 9.4 rating, offers a full-service spa with a wide array of treatments. Guests can indulge in manicures and pedicures, body scrubs, body wraps, reflexology, deep tissue massage, and a variety of other massages. The spa also provides couples treatment rooms, facial treatments, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy, and other body treatments. The hotel is situated conveniently close to points of interest such as the Santa Barbara County Courthouse and the Arlington Theater. Guests frequently praise the exceptional and helpful service, the excellent food, and the amazing location.
What hotels in Foothill offer free breakfast?
For a hotel in Foothill that provides complimentary breakfast, the Sandpiper Lodge is an excellent option.

The Sandpiper Lodge, with an 8.6 rating, offers both free breakfast and free continental breakfast, making it very convenient for guests. This lodge also provides suites for additional space, free self-parking, and free WiFi. Guests frequently praise the clean rooms, convenient location, and the friendly staff. It is also well-situated for exploring, being just 1.9 km from the Jesusita Trail and 0.8 km from MacKenzie Park Dog Park.
What are the top pet-friendly hotels in Foothill?
For top pet-friendly hotels in Foothill, consider the El Encanto Santa Barbara, the Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn, and the Rose Garden Inn.

The 5-star El Encanto Santa Barbara, with an outstanding 9.4 rating, offers luxurious pet-friendly amenities including pet-sitting services and food and water bowls. Guests consistently praise the exceptional service and amazing location, with Mission Santa Barbara just 1.0 km away.

The 3-star Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn, rated 8.2, is a great option for those travelling with dogs. It is conveniently located 1.7 km from MacKenzie Park Dog Park and guests love the comfortable, clean rooms and nice pool.

For a more budget-friendly pet-friendly stay, the Rose Garden Inn welcomes pets and is close to Jesusita Trail, which is just 1.9 km away. Guests appreciate the comfortable and clean rooms and the helpful staff.
What are the best budget hotels in Foothill?
For budget-friendly accommodation in Foothill, consider the Sandpiper Lodge, Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street, or the 3-star Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn.

The Sandpiper Lodge, with an 8.6 rating, offers a convenient and great location, with guests frequently praising its clean rooms and excellent pricing. You can enjoy a free continental breakfast and complimentary self-parking, along with free WiFi. It is also close to MacKenzie Park Dog Park, just 0.8 km away.

Another good option is Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street, rated 7.6. This hotel is praised for its friendly staff and clean rooms. It also offers free WiFi, free self-parking, and accessible parking, and pets stay for free. Like the Sandpiper Lodge, it is very close to MacKenzie Park Dog Park, only 0.8 km away.

The 3-star Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn, with a solid 8.2 rating, is top for its comfortable and clean rooms and helpful staff. Guests appreciate the convenient and easy parking. It provides free WiFi, free self-parking, and is located near MacKenzie Park Dog Park, just 1.7 km away.
What are the most romantic hotels in Foothill for couples?
For a truly romantic experience in Foothill, the El Encanto Santa Barbara is an exceptional choice for couples.

The 5-star El Encanto Santa Barbara, with an outstanding 9.4 rating, offers a luxurious and intimate setting. This hotel provides an extensive spa experience with couples' treatment rooms, deep tissue massages, aromatherapy, and hydrotherapy treatments, great for relaxation together. Guests frequently highlight the exceptional service, excellent food, and the amazing location. Many rooms boast ocean or sea views, enhancing the romantic ambience. It is conveniently located near cultural attractions like the Santa Barbara Bowl and the Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra.
When is the best time to go to Foothill?
The best time to visit Foothill is during the spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October) months when the weather is mild and pleasant, great for outdoor activities.

Spring in Foothill brings blooming wildflowers and comfortable temperatures, typically ranging from 15°C to 25°C. It's an ideal time for hiking and exploring the natural beauty of the surrounding foothills and nearby national parks. The region's vineyards are also particularly picturesque during this season, making it great for couples seeking scenic drives and wine-tasting experiences.

Autumn offers similarly agreeable weather, with temperatures usually between 18°C and 28°C. The changing colours of the leaves create stunning landscapes, especially along the scenic routes leading into the mountains. This season is excellent for families who enjoy outdoor adventures like cycling or visiting local farms and orchards. The harvest festivals held in nearby towns also provide enjoyable experiences.

While summer (July to August) can be quite hot, often exceeding 35°C, it's still popular for those looking to enjoy water activities in the nearby lakes and rivers.
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