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Our top choices for Lower State hotels

1. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (718 reviews)
"Great place and walking distance to fun bars"
United States
Rodney J
The price is CA $177
CA $216 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Haley Hotel

2. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location. Great staff at desk and valet. Very nice room. We’ll want to stay there again."
United States
John
The price is CA $297
CA $339 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3. Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
Lower State
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Thank you for such a great stay, loved it!"
United States
Trent
The price is CA $235
CA $268 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Riviera Beach House

4. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Lower State
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (508 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Emeterio
The price is CA $326
CA $372 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

5. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,564 reviews)
"We loved it here!"
United States
Morgan
The price is CA $423
CA $492 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hotel Santa Barbara

6. Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Lower State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (824 reviews)
"noisy because it is near 101 and expensive"
United States
Hongtao
The price is CA $308
CA $352 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Moxy Santa Barbara

7. The Inn At Anatega

The Inn At Anatega
2.5 star property
Lower State
The price is CA $262
CA $579 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
The Inn At Anatega

8. Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
Lower State
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean best service, beautiful location"
United States
Karen
The price is CA $685
CA $886 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Hotel Californian

9. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower State
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (276 reviews)
"Loved that the Amtrak Train station is directly behind the hostel, like 20 steps away at the most. Place is very clean, the breakfasts are great. Staff is wonderful and helpful. Plenty of activities that are a part of you stay, including some dinners. Also within walking distance of the beach and wonderful shops."
United States
Kerri
The price is CA $187
CA $213 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

10. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Lower State
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Cozy and cool property just a block away from the harbor. Great location to"
United States
James
The price is CA $223
CA $254 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Harbor House Inn

11. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Lower State
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,327 reviews)
"A nice place to stay"
United States
Dennis
The price is CA $192
CA $218 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The Franciscan Hotel

12. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Lower State
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,354 reviews)
"Great location, close to beach, grounds well kept and very clean rooms. Stayed here multiple times and will continue."
United States
Brandon
The price is CA $247
CA $283 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Lavender Inn by the Sea

13. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.9 km from Lower State
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Nice, we would stay here again."
United States
Wesley
The price is CA $194
CA $222 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Castillo Inn at the Beach

14. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.9 km from Lower State
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,320 reviews)
"Would stay again"
United States
Jose
The price is CA $183
CA $209 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Beachside Inn

15. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,443 reviews)
"Excellent location, clean and comfortable room."
United States
Anne
The price is CA $169
CA $203 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

16. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,202 reviews)
"Lovely quiet hotel in a wonderful location! Will definitely stay there again"
United States
Ingrid
The price is CA $202
CA $231 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Marina Beach Hotel

17. The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Lower State
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location. Comfortable areas to sit and visit both inside and outside. Excellent breakfast."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is CA $323
CA $368 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
The Eagle Inn

18. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Amazing stay and great location!"
United States
Nick
The price is CA $255
CA $291 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
La Playa Inn

19. Beach House Inn

Beach House Inn
2.0 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Lower State
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"We loved our stay here! The property was nice and in a quiet area. The bed was comfortable and the room had all the amenities we needed. It was in a great location and we could walk to the Amtrak Station, down to State Street, and to the beach. I would recommend and would stay here again."
United States
Taylor
The price is CA $242
CA $276 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Beach House Inn

20. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
0.5 km from Lower State
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (235 reviews)
"This property was exactly as advertised. Very clean, very private, in a perfect location for everything Santa Barbara has to offer"
United States
Ryan
The price is CA $182
CA $311 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
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Compare popular hotels in Lower State

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.
Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,564 reviews
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A lobby with a central seating area, a patterned floor, and a decorative ceiling.
Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
A spacious indoor area with large windows, wooden benches, a sofa, and a coffee table.
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
276 reviews
View
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.
Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
718 reviews
View
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,001 reviews
View

Where to stay in Lower State

Find the best Lower State 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 Lower State Hotel Reviews

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in Lower State that travellers recommend?
For hotels in Lower State that travellers frequently recommend, consider the Moxy Santa Barbara.

The 3.5-star Moxy Santa Barbara, with an 8.6 rating, is a popular choice. Guests consistently highlight the friendly and helpful staff. This hotel features premium bedding for a comfortable stay and boasts an outdoor pool, complete with secured access, a hoist, and sun loungers, great for relaxation. It is conveniently located near points of interest such as the Santa Barbara Carriage Museum (0.8 km), De la Guerra Plaza (0.8 km), and the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum (1.0 km).
What are the best family hotels in Lower State?
For families travelling to Lower State, two excellent hotel choices are The 3 Dux and the Moxy Santa Barbara.

The 3 Dux, with an outstanding 9.4 rating, offers a variety of amenities that cater to families, including highchairs, free cribs, and travel cribs. It is also conveniently located near several family-friendly attractions, such as the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, which is just 0.9 km away, and the Santa Barbara Carriage Museum, located 1.0 km from the property. Guests can also explore nearby winery tours.

Another great option is the 3.5-star Moxy Santa Barbara, rated 8.6. This hotel features a secured outdoor pool with sun loungers and a pool hoist, making it ideal for families. It also provides games for children and has a friendly and helpful staff, as praised by previous guests. The Moxy Santa Barbara is also close to the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, just 1.0 km away, and the Santa Barbara Carriage Museum at 0.8 km.
What are the top pet-friendly hotels in Lower State?
For a top pet-friendly hotel in Lower State, consider the Moxy Santa Barbara.

The 3.5-star Moxy Santa Barbara, with an 8.6 rating, warmly welcomes pets, making it an excellent choice for travellers with animal companions. Guests frequently praise the friendly and helpful staff. The hotel is conveniently located near points of interest such as the Santa Barbara Carriage Museum, just 0.8 km away, and De la Guerra Plaza, also 0.8 km distant. Leadbetter Beach is a pleasant 1.8 km stroll away.
What are the top boutique hotels in Lower State?
For an excellent boutique hotel in Lower State, The 3 Dux is a superb choice.

This highly-rated hotel, with a 9.4 review score, is known for its distinctive Art Deco property design. Guests can enjoy the outdoor spaces, including a deck or patio, a furnished patio, a yard, and a porch or lanai. For those interested in local experiences, the hotel offers easy access to nearby winery tours and public winery tours. The 3 Dux is conveniently located near several points of interest, with De la Guerra Plaza just 0.6 km away, Santa Barbara Harbor at 1.1 km, and the Santa Barbara County Courthouse at 1.2 km.
What are the best budget hotels in Lower State?
For a highly-rated budget hotel in Lower State, The 3 Dux is an excellent choice.

This hotel boasts an impressive 9.4 review rating. Guests can enjoy convenient amenities such as free WiFi and complimentary self-parking. For those interested in local activities, the hotel offers bicycle access and is conveniently located near winery tours and public winery tours. The 3 Dux is also well-situated for exploring local attractions, with De la Guerra Plaza just 0.6 km away, Santa Barbara Carriage Museum at 1.0 km, Santa Barbara County Courthouse at 1.2 km, Alice Keck Memorial Garden at 1.7 km, and Leadbetter Beach within 1.9 km.
What are the most romantic hotels in Lower State for couples?
For a romantic hotel in Lower State for couples, The 3 Dux is a superb choice.

The 3 Dux, with an outstanding 9.4 rating, offers a wonderful experience for couples. Guests can enjoy the lovely deck or patio, which often includes a furnished patio, yard, or porch or lanai for relaxing moments together. The hotel is also conveniently located for exploring the area, with Santa Barbara County Courthouse just 1.2 km away and De la Guerra Plaza only 0.6 km distant. For those interested in local wines, the hotel provides access to winery tours nearby and public winery tours.
What are the best hotels in Lower State near Stearns Wharf?
For a highly-rated hotel in Lower State near Stearns Wharf, The 3 Dux is an excellent recommendation.

This hotel, which has an outstanding 9.4 review rating, is particularly well-suited for families. It offers amenities such as highchairs, free cribs, and travel cribs. For those interested in local experiences, there are winery tours available nearby, and public winery tours are also offered. While not directly next to Stearns Wharf, it is conveniently located within a short distance of other attractions such as the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, Leadbetter Beach, Santa Barbara Carriage Museum, De la Guerra Plaza, and Alice Keck Memorial Garden.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline – this is often within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable booking, it might still be possible to receive a refund if you cancel it within 24 hours of booking. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use our "Fully refundable property" filter during your search to find the right Lower State hotel for you.
How much is the nightly rate at a Lower State hotel?
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