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Top 10 Santa Barbara hotels and places to stay

Where to stay in Santa Barbara

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Santa Barbara Travel Info

Best neighborhoods
West Beach, Santa Barbara Beach and North State
Number of hotels
1,841
Highest price
CA $1,063
Lowest price
CA $96
Known attractions
Santa Barbara Zoo, Butterfly Beach and Goleta Beach
Hotels with nearby beaches
127
5-star hotels
5
Hotels with nearby historical attractions
50

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Santa Barbara?

Simpson House Inn is a favorite with Expedia customers. This B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. Traveler reviews also recommend La Playa Inn and Rosewood Miramar Beach as top choices for your trip. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Santa Barbara.

Montecito is a walkable neighborhood known for its beautiful beach and array of dining options. Other favorite areas in Santa Barbara include The Funk Zone and Santa Barbara Beach.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals in Santa Barbara?

Coffee House 1906 Craftsman Cottage, 2 blks State St, 5 Amtrak PET!: This highly rated vacation home rental in Santa Barbara is located in the city center and has a garden, a barbecue grill, and air-conditioning to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop, and a microwave, so you can cook with friends or family. Make the most of the books in this rental home to help you unwind. Some other top choices in Santa Barbara are Charming, Single-Level Home w/ Fast WiFi, Gas Fireplace, & a Furnished Patio and 10/10 🌟 Wonderful Home Entertain by Beach & Downtown & Marina - PETS Welcome. See all vacation rentals in Santa Barbara.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Barbara, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Santa Barbara.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Santa Barbara?

For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Santa Barbara, click here.

What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Santa Barbara?

Based on reviews, Palmoro House is a popular hotel for our travelers who want a more economical choice, and features free WiFi and 2 restaurants. Other good options for your budget-friendly stay include The Presidio and Rose Garden Inn. View all budget hotels in Santa Barbara.

What's the best place to stay in Montecito?

With 41 lodging options to choose from in this neighborhood, you're sure to find what you're looking for as you plan your trip. Based on Expedia customer reviews, Rosewood Miramar Beach is the highest ranked property in Montecito. This 5-star hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other top choices in the neighborhood include Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara and Montecito Inn.

What's a favorite place to stay in The Funk Zone?

When looking at places to stay in The Funk Zone, Hotel Californian is a top choice. This 5-star hotel offers 3 restaurants and an outdoor pool. It is located a short 6-minute walk from Stearns Wharf. The Wayfarer and Hotel Indigo Santa Barbara are other good options for your stay in the neighborhood.

What's the best accommodation for families in Santa Barbara?

Santa Barbara Inn is a hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good choices to stay with the kids include Beachside Inn and Avania Inn of Santa Barbara. Attractions like Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum are also fun for kids of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Santa Barbara.

What's the best accommodation for a romantic vacation to Santa Barbara?

Inn on Summer Hill is a favorite guesthouse for couples, and features free parking and a fireplace in the lobby. Other good choices for your romantic getaway include Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property and The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. See all romantic hotels in Santa Barbara.

What's the best pet-friendly accommodation in Santa Barbara?

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street is a top property for people traveling with their pets, and offers free WiFi for its human guests. Two other good options to stay with your pet include Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach and Ala Mar by the Sea. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Santa Barbara.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Santa Barbara Bowl?

El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 5-star hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Santa Barbara Bowl. Other good options within 5 miles include Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and Hotel Milo Santa Barbara.

What about the best place to stay close to Santa Barbara Zoo?

One of the top choices for your stay is Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, located next to Santa Barbara Zoo, and this 4-star hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach are other good choices nearby.

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