The Funk Zone

Santa Barbara

A coastal house on stilts with a pier extending into calm waters, surrounded by boats and mountains in the background.
A pier extending into calm waters with a cloudy sky above.
A sunset with palm trees silhouetted against a colorful sky.
A wine glass with 'Creana' branding on a wooden table.

Stay near popular The Funk Zone attractions

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

2.0/10 (2 reviews)
You can browse the exhibits at MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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Things to do

Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

CA $96
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

CA $51
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

CA $53
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

CA $48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental

Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental

CA $62
per adult
Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

CA $83
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
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The Funk Zone Hotel Deals

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

5 out of 5
36 State Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is CA $862 per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
CA $862
CA $1,086 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
Hotel Californian
Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

3.5 out of 5
121 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is CA $251 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
CA $251
CA $286 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Riviera Beach House
Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
12 E Montecito Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is CA $374 per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
CA $374
CA $427 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (820 reviews)
"noisy because it is near 101 and expensive"

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2026

Moxy Santa Barbara
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

2 out of 5
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is CA $109 per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
CA $109
CA $131 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

2 out of 5
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
The price is CA $104 per night from Sep 10 to Sep 11
CA $104
CA $126 total
Sep 10 - Sep 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,443 reviews)
"Muy limpio y en una buena locación"

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is CA $150 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
CA $150
CA $171 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,669 reviews)
"We go to Santa Barbara twice a year and each time we stay in a different hotel. We've gradually spent more on each stay until we reached this hotel where the average was $300 per night. Honestly, this is the same as a more budget friendly hotel"

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
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Where to stay in The Funk Zone

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A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

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.
A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.
A coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.
A marina filled with sailboats at sunset.
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West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.
A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

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.

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