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La Playa Inn Santa Barbara

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

The Pacific Ocean is less than 5 minutes’ walk from this Santa Barbara property. Continental breakfast and free WiFi are provided. A refrigerator is included in each room.

V
Veronika
From
Germany
Beautiful Hotel, Walking distance into downtown Santa Barbara, very friendly staff - we enjoyed our stay! The room was quiet und beds were very comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,328 reviews
Price from
US$265.05
1 night, 2 adults

Marina Beach Motel

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

This Santa Barbara Motel, 15 minutes’ drive from the University of California Santa Barbara, offers a complimentary daily breakfast buffet and free bicycles to its guests during their stay.

m
mooreen
From
Australia
Very comfortable and exceptionally clean room and bathroom. Superb breakfast. Bicycle use. Great location and extremely tidy gardens and very friendly and helpful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,199 reviews
Price from
US$203.99
1 night, 2 adults

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Hotel in Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail, Santa Barbara

Set in Santa Barbara, 2.2 km from East Beach, Palihouse Santa Barbara offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

K
Katherine
From
New Zealand
Quietly elegant yet home-like, my experience of Palihouse was a delight. The staff are all—to a person— kind and welcoming, and the vibe is warm, familiar, well-curated and much like a club of which you’re a long-time, valued member. The room was very spacious, extraordinarily well-appointed, quiet, and comfortable. A private taste of SoCal at its best; I’ll definitely be returning.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 211 reviews
Price from
US$450
1 night, 2 adults

Brisas Del Mar Inn at the Beach

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

This Santa Barbara hotel is 2 blocks from the many beaches and yacht harbor. The Mediterranean-style hotel features a fountain, free bike rentals, and an expanded continental breakfast every morning.

B
Beatriz
From
Australia
Happy hour, beautiful Merlot and cheese selections , hot tub - Pool- beds
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 358 reviews
Price from
US$263.83
1 night, 2 adults

The Eagle Inn

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

Located 10 minutes’ walk from Central Santa Barbara, this hotel serves daily hot breakfast with egg dishes and organic fruit. All unique guest rooms offer free Wi-Fi. Free guest parking is available....

M
MICHAEL
From
United States
The room was clean and had great amenities. The fireplace was a great addition and made the room more comfortable. It felt secluded and private, but at the same time close to everything. The breakfast was excellent and the staff was really friendly and helped answer any questions we had. We will definitely be staying again for our anniversary.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 599 reviews
Price from
US$408
1 night, 2 adults

Circle Bar B Guest Ranch

Hotel in Santa Barbara

Located in Santa Barbara, 29 km from University Of California, Santa Barbara, Circle Bar B Guest Ranch provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a...

P
Paul
From
United States
Very welcoming and homey feel. Like we were visiting out of town relatives.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 96 reviews
Price from
US$534.75
1 night, 2 adults

El Encanto Santa Barbara

Hotel in Santa Barbara

Perched above the Pacific with sweeping ocean vistas, El Encanto is a serene boutique retreat just five minutes from central Santa Barbara.

M
Matthew
From
United Kingdom
This is probably the best hotel I’ve stayed in for a long time. Wow! Stunning views, great food, lovely staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews
Price from
US$725
1 night, 2 adults

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

Located in Santa Barbara, 300 metres from West Beach, Castillo Inn at the Beach provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

L
Lisa
From
Australia
Lovely European feel Spacious Close to beach and wharf
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,275 reviews
Price from
US$145
1 night, 2 adults

Mason Beach Inn

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

Less than 5 minutes' walk from the beach, this Santa Barbara inn features an outdoor heated pool and a hot tub. All guestrooms offer free WiFi.

E
Eva
From
Iceland
The staff went out of their way to make us feel welcome and cater to every need. Well done during a super busy weekend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,079 reviews
Price from
US$274.55
1 night, 2 adults

Harbor View Inn

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

Offering an outdoor pool and hot tub, this Santa Barbara hotel is less than 5 minutes’ walk from Stearn’s Wharf. Guests can enjoy a full service spa experience at Spa Beaumontia, located on-site.

K
Kim
From
Australia
Location, beautiful decor, stylish property, cleanliness.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,633 reviews
Price from
US$275
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with parking in Santa Barbara

Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,321 reviews
From US$210.13 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,267 reviews
From US$262.12 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,758 reviews
From US$263.97 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,199 reviews
From US$522.11 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 358 reviews
From US$457.88 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 535 reviews
From US$371.96 per night
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 249 reviews
From US$227.24 per night
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews
From US$323.02 per night
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 783 reviews
From US$907.12 per night
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 323 reviews
From US$194.71 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,321 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,206 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,832 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 783 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,267 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,758 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,199 reviews

Best hotels with breakfast in Santa Barbara and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 95 reviews

This stylish newly renovated Santa Barbara hotel features an outdoor rooftop swimming pool and a lounge with stunning views. Centrally located State Street is 5 minutes’ walk away.

From US$821.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 203 reviews

Located 2 miles away from Old Mission Santa Barbara, this historic hotel serves a daily hot breakfast. It features guest rooms equipped with free WiFi. A 24-hour reception is available.

From US$397.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews

Originally built in 1905, this quaint Santa Barbara B&B features individually decorated guest rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers spa and massage services and serves a daily buffet breakfast.

From US$324.21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews

Well situated in the West Beach district of Santa Barbara, Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is situated 17 km from University Of California, Santa Barbara, less than 1 km from...

From US$463.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 608 reviews

Situated in Santa Barbara, 400 metres from West Beach, ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

From US$1,094.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 535 reviews

This Santa Barbara hotel is located a 10-minute walk from West Beach. The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool, free Wi-Fi and a daily continental breakfast.

From US$371.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 258 reviews

This Santa Barbara inn is located next to Pershing Park and 2 blocks from the beach. The inn offers a daily continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi.

From US$378.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 599 reviews

Located 10 minutes’ walk from Central Santa Barbara, this hotel serves daily hot breakfast with egg dishes and organic fruit. All unique guest rooms offer free Wi-Fi. Free guest parking is available.

From US$417.24 per night

Budget hotels in Santa Barbara and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

Attractively set in the centre of Santa Barbara, Social Stays - Santa Barbara's FIRST hostel on State Street features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

From US$104.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,918 reviews

Located 6 minutes’ drive from Stearns Wharf, this Santa Barbara hotel offers free parking to guests. It also features hypoallergenic bedding and amenities.

From US$192.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,770 reviews

This Santa Barbara, California hotel, located 2 miles from West Beach and the Pacific Ocean, features an outdoor pool with a cabana and sun deck. Orange Tree Inn offers cable TV and free Wi-Fi.

From US$149.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,832 reviews

Featuring a one acre tropical courtyard and an outdoor pool, this Santa Barbara hotel offers rooms with flat-screen cable TV. It is 1.6 km from the Museum of Natural History.

From US$187.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 581 reviews

Featuring free WiFi in all rooms, this Santa Barbara, California motel is 5 minutes’ drive from Santa Barbara Museum Of Natural History. UC Santa Barbara is 15 minutes’ drive away.

From US$152.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,206 reviews

Located directly across from the beach, this Santa Barbara hotel offers a heated outdoor pool and free WiFi. The Zoological Gardens are a short walk away.

From US$151.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,321 reviews

Located less than a minutes’ walk to the beach, this pet-friendly Santa Barbara motel offers an outdoor pool and modern guest rooms with cable TV. State Street is 5 minutes’ drive away.

From US$210.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 355 reviews

Just 10 minutes’ drive from Santa Barbara City College. Free WiFi is available. Featuring modern Mexican-inspired décor, each bright room at Agave Inn includes a flat-screen TV with cable.

From US$215.46 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Santa Barbara

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews

Boasting a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, De La Vina Inn is situated in the centre of Santa Barbara, 2.8 km from West Beach.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews

This historic hotel in downtown Santa Barbara is a 5-minute drive to the beach and Stearns Wharf. It is surrounded by an acre of gardens. Guests can enjoy the property's free WiFi as well.

From US$500.46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

Ideally situated in Santa Barbara, The Craft House Inn is a recently renovated bed and breakfast, which features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Casa Castillo - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara features accommodation situated less than 1 km from the centre of Santa Barbara and provides a garden and a terrace.

From US$1,252.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

Located 2 miles from Sterns Wharf. Free Wi-Fi in rooms is offered to all guests.

From US$306.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Casa Riviera - Boutique Apartments in Downtown Santa Barbara provides accommodation within less than 1 km of the centre of Santa Barbara, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a...

From US$623.93 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Casa Riviera - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara features accommodation within less than 1 km of the centre of Santa Barbara, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with a microwave, a toaster and...

From US$487.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Right in the heart of Santa Barbara, situated within a short distance of West Beach and Antioch College, Upscale Downtown Home Walk to Beach shops Bars 2 offers free WiFi, air conditioning and...

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What guests said about Santa Barbara:

8.0

It is good to visit once, it doesn't have a lot of things to...

It is good to visit once, it doesn't have a lot of things to do but it is relaxing and nice. The funk zone is really cool and you can spend a lot of time there. We also reserved a trolly tour which was really good.
Guest review by
Anonymous
10

Santa Barbara is a beautiful small city on the coast with...

Santa Barbara is a beautiful small city on the coast with mountains behind. Good weather, walkable main street. Nearby Montecito and Summerland are lovely too. But accomodations are expensive throughout the area.
Guest review by
Sherry
United States
10

Santa Barbara feels like a bit of paradise right here on...

Santa Barbara feels like a bit of paradise right here on earth. Beautiful beaches, good restaurants, interesting history, and friendly folks. The local pool (Los Banos Del Mar) is really top notch! Walkable city.
Guest review by
MAGGIETEXT
United States
10

We enjoyed Santa Barbara as usual.

We enjoyed Santa Barbara as usual. We have been coming there once a year for about 10 years. We enjoyed the Trolley Tour, although we have had better guides. The one we had seemed to roll through all the sights where, during previous visits, we were able to get better photos, and saw more.
Guest review by
Anonymous
10

Santa Barbara is and has been a fun location to vacation in.

Santa Barbara is and has been a fun location to vacation in. The costs are high but there are extensive options for hotels and restaurants of all sorts. The scenery and beaches are top notch. A fun family area as well as a large variety of adult offerings.
Guest review by
Jan Pschak
United States
10

We went during Fiesta and what great timing on our part even...

We went during Fiesta and what great timing on our part even though we had no idea Of course we went to State St bc so much to see and do especially with the Fiesta activities We went to the beach Ate a couple of meals at the marina Also went to the Botanic Gardens
Guest review by
Margo
United States

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From US$407.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,394 reviews
Booked and stayed on the same day/night for an impromptu night in Santa Barbara. The theme was great and carried throughout the hotel into the rooms. Brilliant location and easy free parking. Thought it might have been noisy as it's just off the front strip, but needn't have worried. Once the windows and doors were shut, it was really quiet. Comfortable big bed and a good strong shower with toiletries available and clean fresh towels.
Guest review by
victoria
United Kingdom
From US$295.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,089 reviews
We LOVED it! We arrived quite late and were welcomed by super friendly staff who offered us snacks and fresh cookies and then told us all about Santa Barbara and where to go. We even got a free upgrade to a really nice big suite! Best stay on our trip to California. Also very central, it’s easy to walk around town and we felt very safe in this area.
Guest review by
Ramona
Germany
From US$377.97 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,328 reviews
A clean and comfortable place walking distance from the beach. The main city center of Santa Barbara is about a 15 minutes walk away. Breakfast was very simple. Parking was also included in the room rate. Also enjoyed the layout of the Hotel with a comfortable community area to sit outside and socialize.
Guest review by
Marcel
Switzerland
From US$263.97 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,758 reviews
Location was great. Very convenient to everything Santa Barbara has to offer. Very walkable. Rooms were large, comfortable and clean. Hotel lobby and breakfast area bright and cheerful. Unfortunately temperatures were not warm enough to enjoy the pool.
Guest review by
Cherilynne
Canada
From US$181.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,223 reviews
Hotel room was clean and comfortable. Plenty of parking available. Breakfast was okay for a continental. Didn’t use pool but it looked clean. Nice location to the Santa Barbara Pier.
Guest review by
Ciara
Ireland