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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, (1,013 reviews)
"Had an awesome restaurant right on property and all staff very friendly"
United States
cathy
The price is CA $234
CA $263 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
13.2 km from Foothill
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (350 reviews)
"Room was spotless and view of the ocean from the room was beautiful. "
United States
Joseph
The price is CA $289
CA $336 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Inn on Summer Hill

Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort

Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort
2.0 star property
9.8 km from Foothill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (70 reviews)
"The cabin we had was wonderful. Kitchen was stocked so well. It was clean and pleasant. However, if you advertise a restaurant and you are 17 MILES away from everything, that advertised restaurant better be open. We were panicked when the restaurant had not been open for over 1.5 years!!! The thought of going back 17 miles on a country road after driving over 5 hours was a deal breaker. Although staff was super and helped us find some food in the little convenience store (which closed at...
United States
Denise
The price is CA $282
CA $322 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
21.3 km from Foothill
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,272 reviews)
"Nice location , clean and friendly staff.."
United States
MARIDIE
The price is CA $131
CA $151 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

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, (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful room.staff was lovely."
United States
Jeanine
The price is CA $226
CA $258 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

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, (404 reviews)
"Rooms were spotless and staff was fantastic. Location very convenient to freeway and fun restaurants."
United States
Kathleen
The price is CA $204
CA $233 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
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, (1,004 reviews)
"Parking was easy and secure "
United States
Monica
The price is CA $235
CA $327 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Montecito Inn

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, (1,476 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with convenient location. "
United States
Natalia
The price is CA $199
CA $229 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
21.4 km from Foothill
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (255 reviews)
"Room was clean, beds were comfy, staff was cool."
United States
Bianca
The price is CA $163
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
4.0 star property
4.2 km from Foothill
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"The room was beautifully appointed, great details, very clean, spacious and comfortable. "
United States
Deborah
The price is CA $300
CA $343 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
The Craft House Inn

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
21.5 km from Foothill
7.0 out of 10, Good, (657 reviews)
"Nice atmosphere and garden seating area on property. "
United States
Ben
The price is CA $142
CA $191 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Casa Del Sol

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, (1,011 reviews)
"Great clean stay! Amazing location. Would recommend to anyone looking for a fun beach stay"
United States
Kelsie
The price is CA $280
CA $320 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

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, (1,006 reviews)
"Nice stay, good location"
United States
Richard
The price is CA $248
CA $285 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
2.0 star property
19.1 km from Foothill
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,102 reviews)
"Clean rooms, Affordable prices and staff is very helpful and friendly."
United States
Arlena
The price is CA $106
CA $125 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

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, (261 reviews)
"Great room and staff"
United States
JEFFREY
The price is CA $373
CA $489 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.0 star property
Laguna, 4.8 km from Foothill
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (159 reviews)
"Great place to stay when you visit Santa Barbara. Very clean and attentive staff."
United States
Kevin
The price is CA $241
CA $377 total
includes taxes & fees
May 4 - May 5
Casa Riviera

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 6.1 km from Foothill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Friendly staff, location and clean room."
United States
Matthew
The price is CA $237
CA $270 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Castillo Inn at the Beach

El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
3.1 km from Foothill
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (561 reviews)
"Lovely resort with beautiful grounds"
United States
Nicole
The price is CA $931
CA $1,164 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
El Encanto Santa Barbara

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, (1,006 reviews)
"I would highly recommend this property! Great location and the staff is too notch! "
United States
Christopher
The price is CA $185
CA $211 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
The Inn at East Beach

Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 4.4 km from Foothill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (254 reviews)
"Recommendable when visiting Santa Barbara! Great location and amenities "
United States
Camila
The price is CA $154
CA $278 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Casa Jardin
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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 MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

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 Paseo Nuevo Mall or Santa Barbara Museum of Art might round out your trip.

West Beach

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

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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