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A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.
A bar area with a high ceiling and skylight, wooden flooring, and a bar counter with stools.
A spacious dining area with a central island, round tables, and comfortable seating.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

1. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Downtown Santa Barbara
United States
Karri
CA $323
CA $376 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hotel Santa Barbara
A sunlit balcony with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant. The balcony features arched windows with a view of palm trees and the sea.
A spacious room with two sofas facing a glass table, a vase with flowers, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.
A large, historic building with arched windows and a central tower, surrounded by palm trees.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

2. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
melanie
CA $383
CA $437 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Santa Barbara Inn
A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with wicker furniture, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
Lobby sitting area
A house with a porch, a small garden, and a mailbox.

3. The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
United States
Rana
CA $312
CA $356 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
The Upham Hotel
A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.
A hotel room with a large window, two chairs, a small table, and a lamp.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the beach and sailboats.
A two-story building with a tiled roof, multiple windows, and a well-maintained garden with flowering plants and a tree.

4. The Milo

The Milo
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Greg
CA $418
CA $477 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
The Milo
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a runway and palm trees.
A spacious lobby with modern seating, a high ceiling, and a large arched window.
A coastal hotel with a beach view, palm trees, and mountainous background.
A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a view of the ocean.

5. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
John
CA $350
CA $463 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
A patio with a sofa and a small table, surrounded by potted plants and a wooden deck.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table. There is a staircase leading to an upper level.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a TV, and a bookshelf.
A bar area with a high ceiling, bar stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

6. Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
Santa Barbara
United States
Cindy
CA $319
CA $424 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Montecito Inn
A cozy indoor seating area with a swing chair, a cushioned bench, and a coffee table.
A spacious living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a large potted plant.
A cozy seating area with round tables and cushioned benches, large windows with blinds, and hanging pendant lights.

7. The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Santa Barbara
United Kingdom
Cecil
CA $343
CA $392 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.
A hallway leading to a living area with a sofa, a small table, and a view of greenery outside.
A spacious living area with a modern staircase, a dining table, and a sofa.
A modern bedroom with a large window, a bedside table, a chair, and a built-in kitchen area.

8. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
Laguna
United States
Patrice
CA $258
CA $400 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
A hotel entrance with a large glass ceiling, multiple chandeliers, and palm trees.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a railing, and a view of the ocean.
A long dining table with chairs, chandeliers, and large windows.
A coastal hotel with a beach view, multiple buildings, and a prominent tower.

9. Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Alyse
CA $360
CA $468 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a railing with artwork.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

10. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Downtown Santa Barbara
United States
Gavin
CA $495
CA $637 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
A building entrance with a tiled floor, an arched doorway, and large potted plants.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a spiral staircase, and a kitchen area with stainless steel appliances.
A covered outdoor patio with a checkered floor, seating arrangements, and potted plants.
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

11. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
Oak Park
United States
Rich
CA $209
CA $344 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.
A hallway with a checkered curtain, a framed artwork, a bench, a potted plant, and a wooden cabinet with handles.
A white building with a red roof, a stone wall, and a staircase leading to a door.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a small pool.

12. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
Laguna
United States
Maria
CA $568
CA $648 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Palihouse Santa Barbara
A modern living room with a white desk, a computer, a sofa, and a fireplace.
A two-story house with large windows, a front porch, and a well-maintained garden.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, white walls, a sloped ceiling, a window with a view of trees, and bedside lamps.
A bright, sunlit room with large windows, white furniture, and a checkered floor.

13. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Channah
CA $231
CA $264 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.
A modern bar area with a high bar counter, multiple stools, and a large wine rack.
The exterior of Hotel Virginia with a prominent entrance, a flag, and a well-lit facade.
A coastal walkway with a wooden deck, palm trees, and a clear sky.

14. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Downtown Santa Barbara
United States
Irina
CA $325
CA $371 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.
A modern entrance with a glass door, a potted plant, and a number '8' on the wall.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a grey sofa, and a painting of a wave on the wall.
A white building with a red-tiled roof, a covered entrance, and a garden with various plants.

15. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
Santa Barbara
United States
Jhoana
CA $246
CA $386 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
A modern living room with a beige sofa, blue cushions, wicker chairs, and a large window with a view of palm trees.
A modern living room with a sofa, two wicker chairs, a coffee table, and a view of palm trees through large windows.
A two-story house with a swimming pool, a staircase with colorful tiles, and a balcony.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, and a view of greenery through the window.

16. Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Stacey
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
A beige sofa with multiple cushions, a white vase with greenery, and a window with blinds.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view of the outdoors through the windows.
A staircase leading to a living area with a sofa and a coffee table.

17. Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Jacob
CA $378
CA $576 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Casa Yano by The Beach
Room
A cozy living room with a sofa, a fireplace, and a window with a view of greenery.
A dark-colored house with a front porch, a gated entrance, and a mailbox.
A modern kitchen with marble backsplash, a gas stove, a sink with gold fixtures, and a window with a view of greenery.

18. The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
Santa Barbara
United States
Sonya
CA $337
CA $385 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
The Craft House Inn
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with stools, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of greenery.
An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements and potted plants.

19. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel
Santa Barbara
United States
David
CA $262
CA $403 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel
A beachside street lined with palm trees and a stop sign.
A staircase with ornate, colorful tiles leading to a building entrance.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a glass coffee table, a sofa, a leather armchair, and a chessboard.
A wooden table with a decorative ceramic pot containing orchids, a glass vase, and a glass fan.

20. Tide Pool Villas

Tide Pool Villas
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Kimi
CA $280
CA $329 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Tide Pool Villas
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Nestled between mountains and sea, this Spanish-influenced coastal paradise offers wine tasting and red-tiled architecture along State Street. Rent bikes to explore the palm-lined waterfront, then catch sunset from Stearns Wharf where locals recommend the fresh seafood.

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A coastal town with a beach, houses, and mountains in the background.

Top Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Great"
Steven 2-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Hotel Santa Barbara
The Milo

The Milo

8/10 Good
"Nice location- Pool was well-maintained. My bathroom had hair in the shower when I arrived. And they weren’t able to grant me any sort of a late checkout. I felt like they were pressuring me out right at 11. It was fine-"
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Find out more about Santa Barbara

If you’re looking for a spot with great rates, just-for-you amenities, and a world of luxurious little perks, the best 4 Stars hotels in Santa Barbara are calling your name. Known for providing first-rate service in amazing locations, each of the Santa Barbara 4 Stars hotels lets discerning travelers bask in an unforgettable experience.

Kick back in your spacious room. Relax in the lobby’s sumptuous surroundings. Start the day with delicious room service, and then use the complimentary body care items to freshen up before you head out for the day.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 4-star hotels in Santa Barbara?
If you're looking for deluxe comfort and plenty of amenities during your Santa Barbara retreat, check out Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel. This leading 4-star hotel features a swimming pool and pillow top mattresses. The Upham Hotel also gets stellar reviews from Expedia travellers. Pillow top mattresses and a terrace are among its conveniences.
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in Santa Barbara?
If you decide to book a stay at a 4-star hotel in Santa Barbara, you'll usually find lots of amenities to ensure you're comfortable, such as a restaurant, pool and gym. You can look forward to excellent service and upmarket accommodations. Choose a 5-star hotel and you'll get a few more bells and whistles — think on-site spas, around-the-clock concierge and opulent turndown services. You're likely to get extra amenities and first-rate services at a 5-star getaway, but both are superb options for luxury travellers.

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