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La Playa Inn Santa Barbara, hotel in 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.

I loved that it was in walking distance to both the beach and downtown and also to restaurants!
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
2,430 reviews
Price from
$322.05
1 night, 2 adults
Beachside Inn, hotel in Santa Barbara

Located across the street from the Santa Barbara Harbor and a 5 minutes' walk from the beach, this hotel offers a year-round outdoor pool and complimentary parking.

Staff was courteous
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very Good
3,078 reviews
Price from
$445.20
1 night, 2 adults
Cabrillo Inn at the Beach, hotel in Santa Barbara

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.

The location was excellent. Right across the street from the beach, about a mile east of State St in a quiet area. Next door to the Santa Barbara inn. The walking and bike paths right out our front door. A SUPER deal for the price. Exceeded our expectations. The staff were very accommodating and friendly.
Scored 7.3
7.3
Rated good
Good
1,410 reviews
Price from
$114
1 night, 2 adults
Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara, hotel in Santa Barbara

Located 4 mi from Arroyo Burro Beach Country Park, this hotel in Santa Barbara, California offers an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center.

An economically priced place to stay. Pleasant environment, lovely plants,fresh paint, elevator to second floor. Very clean rooms, comfortable bed, nice shower. Attentive staff. Nearby walkable restaurants.
Scored 7.5
7.5
Rated good
Good
1,238 reviews
Price from
$149
1 night, 2 adults
Santa Barbara Inn, hotel in Santa Barbara

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, the Santa Barbara Inn is located in Santa Barbara, 2 minutes' walk from the beach.

The room was beautiful, the ocean view location on third floor with the balcony was great. The room clean, comfortable, and attractive. The dinner at Connivo was exceptional. Every staff friendly and helpful with a focus on meeting our needs and being helpful.. For example, we wanted to walk close by for Mexican food, staffs provided us with directions and landmarks to watch for as we walked. We also enjoyed being close to the soccer field and park, and enjoyed the Saturday games from the balcony and people walking, biking, or runny by, often with a dog. We had a lot of fun doing that.
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated excellent
Excellent
571 reviews
Price from
$319
1 night, 2 adults
Hotel Santa Barbara, hotel in Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara is waiting for you in the heart of downtown where warm hospitality meets rich history.

We loved the staff, everyone made us feel so welcome and celebrated. We stayed one night to celebrate our wedding and the staff left us a sweet congratulatory card and bottle of wine to celebrate in our room. The room is very large and spacious. Very comfortable bed and comfortable bedding. We stayed on a newly renovated floor and really enjoyed the hydration station. We will absolutely return in the future.
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
755 reviews
Price from
$329
1 night, 2 adults
The Upham Hotel, hotel in Santa Barbara

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.

Beautiful garden vibe and friendly staff.
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very Good
395 reviews
Price from
$315
1 night, 2 adults
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, hotel in Santa Barbara

This Santa Barbara beachfront resort offers an outdoor pool with a poolside lounge. Sterns Wharf and State Street shops’ is 5 minutes’ drive away.

The hotel was a little dated but we expected that. The beds were comfortable and the location was nice. We had a broken air conditioner that the hotel didn’t fix but they comped us the resort fee and a few nights of parking. There is no free parking onsite and valet is $40/day. The staff are nice. It’s about a mile walk to funk zone but there are complimentary bikes for 3 hours or e bikes to rent close by.
Scored 7.3
7.3
Rated good
Good
348 reviews
Price from
$223
1 night, 2 adults
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta, hotel in Santa Barbara

This California hotel is just 2 miles from Goleta Beach Park. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta features an outdoor pool, a hot tub and rooms with flat-screen cable TVs and free Wi-Fi.

For the most part, all was great. We were planning on using the sofa bed but both the sofa bed and the chair in the room were very dirty. (Something "crusty" was on the fabric). We ended up having six people sleep in two beds. That was the worst part of our stay. Other than that, the breakfast was good, the beds were comfortable, the staff was very helpful and friendly, and we loved the hot chocolate before bed.
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
313 reviews
Price from
$219.74
1 night, 2 adults
Riviera Beach House, hotel in Santa Barbara

This contemporary hotel is just 5 minutes’ walk to Stearns Wharf and the Santa Barbara beachfront. Free Wi-Fi is provided. All rooms include plush bathrobes in the en suite European-style bathrooms.

Location was great. Staff were nice. Bed was comfortable.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very Good
296 reviews
Price from
$231.20
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Beachside Inn
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 3,078 reviews

    Located across the street from the Santa Barbara Harbor and a 5 minutes' walk from the beach, this hotel offers a year-round outdoor pool and complimentary parking.

    Everything except the pool , it was way to cold !!!

  • Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 288 reviews

    Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel provides rooms in Santa Barbara near Santa Barbara City College and Antioch College.

    lovely little home away from home, nice breakfast

  • Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 101 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and hot tub, Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta is located in the Goleta district in Santa Barbara, next to University of California, Santa Barbara.Private parking...

    Very clean very comfortable. Nice staff great location.

  • Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 266 reviews

    Set in Santa Barbara, Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta is 9.9 mi from Antioch College and offers facilities like an outdoor pool.

    friendly staff big rooms very comfy beds free parking

  • Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 152 reviews

    Just 4 miles from Santa Barbara Airport, this Goleta hotel features an outdoor pool and hot tub. A restaurant and fitness center is on site. Free Wi-Fi is included in all guest rooms.

    Very nice room and facilities. Courtyard was lovely.

  • Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 623 reviews

    This hotel is 8 miles from downtown Santa Barbara and within 5 minutes' drive of the University of California-Santa Barbara. The hotel offers an airport shuttle and free WiFi.

    Very comfortable, excellent value and helpful staff.

  • Inn by the Harbor
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 635 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.

    A great garden setting and pool area. Helpful staff

  • Brisas Del Mar Inn at the Beach
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 369 reviews

    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.

    The lovely breakfast and afternoon treat of cheese and wine

Budget hotels in Santa Barbara

  • Cabrillo Inn at the Beach
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,410 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.

    Close to the beach and close to my conference venue.

  • Motel 6-Santa Barbara, CA - State Street
    Scored 7.1
    7.1
    Rated good
    Good
     · 631 reviews

    A short drive from beautiful beaches and easily accessible from local attractions, including the historic Santa Barbara Mission, this Santa Barbara, California motel offers comfortable rooms and an...

    Pool für die Kinder. Einwandfrei und sauber. Ruhige Lage.

  • Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,238 reviews

    Located 4 mi from Arroyo Burro Beach Country Park, this hotel in Santa Barbara, California offers an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center.

    The room was spacious and came with a coffee machine

  • Palmoro House
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 163 reviews

    The Palmoro House is a satellite building located 1.5 blocks from the main lobby of the Mar Monte Hotel.

    the flawless design & gorgeousness of the area

Hotels located in the center of Santa Barbara

  • Palihouse Santa Barbara
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 251 reviews

    Located in Santa Barbara, 1.3 miles from East Beach, Palihouse Santa Barbara has accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    great vibe, lovely staff and good central location

  • Santa Barbara Inn
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 571 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, the Santa Barbara Inn is located in Santa Barbara, 2 minutes' walk from the beach.

    It was an amazing hotel huge rooms and great views

  • De La Vina Inn
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 98 reviews

    Located in Santa Barbara, 2.2 mi from Leadbetter Beach and 1050 feet from State Street, De La Vina Inn features a secure self check-in system, accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking...

    Beautiful historical building in a fantastic location

  • The Upham Hotel
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 395 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.

    Everything went great. Breakfast and coffee were good too

  • Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 490 reviews

    Avania Inn of Santa Barbara is located at 1.5 blocks from the waterfront and Stearn's Wharf. All guest rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi.

    The room, location and breakfast were all exceptional.

  • Hotel Californian
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 236 reviews

    Located next to the Funk Zone in Santa Barbara, the Hotel Californian is just steps from the beach and features an outdoor pool.

    Staff, hotel decor and surrounding atmosphere in the area.

  • Hotel Santa Barbara
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 755 reviews

    Hotel Santa Barbara is waiting for you in the heart of downtown where warm hospitality meets rich history.

    Great location, comfortable bed and friendly staff

  • The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 177 reviews

    Located in a lush grove of trees off Highway 101, this all suites hotel features an outdoor pool and hot tub in a garden setting. Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is 5 minutes’ drive away.

    Facilities and extras such as garden games were amazing.

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What Guests Said About Santa Barbara:

  • Scored 10
    10

    Santa Barbara is a lovely place to visit - there's not a...

    Santa Barbara is a lovely place to visit - there's not a huge amount going on, but that's the way we liked it. We ate really good food, drank REALLY good wine and enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere. Everyone we met was lovely and we highly recommend visiting to anyone :-D
    Lesley
    United Kingdom
  • Scored 6.0
    6.0

    We were there on a Saturday night. Very busy in the CBD.

    We were there on a Saturday night. Very busy in the CBD. Difficult to get a parking space. Difficult to get a table at a restaurant- had to wait. Lots of homeless people along the beach front, so didn’t feel safe to walk to town at night. Lovely location between the mountains and the sea. Would have liked a little more time to check out the shops and the beach during the day.
    Kirsty
    Australia
  • Scored 10
    10

    Santa Barbara is one of the most charming cities in...

    Santa Barbara is one of the most charming cities in California that I've been to. When here, make sure you check out the Farmers Market. They just recently moved it, as of end of September. Make sure you ask the locals. If you are a wine drinker, make sure to get over to Los Olivos, which is only a 40 minute drive over the mountains. Make sure to check out Solvang too. Don't leave Santa Barbara without going whale watching. Be sure to check the schedules to confirm whale watching season. If you are an architecture buff, your going to love all the spanish style homes and buildings in the area.
    Wanda
    United States of America
  • Scored 10
    10

    Santa Barbara is one of my favorite cities in California.

    Santa Barbara is one of my favorite cities in California. It has a nice area for restaurants, bars, and shopping or just sightseeing. The pier is within walking distance as are the beaches. Very upscale but also very comfortable.
    Stephen
    United States of America
  • Scored 8.0
    8.0

    A very beautiful Spanish Colonial city. Also very expensive.

    A very beautiful Spanish Colonial city. Also very expensive. I would recommend it for a honeymoon or couples. It is called the Riviera of America because of its beauty. Mountains, beaches, and hillside estates. The weather is generally good all year round. Montecito is where the Uber wealthy live. You cannot see the estates, and the beaches are private. If you like a good steakhouse, try Lucky’s in Montecito. The atmosphere and food are great. Also, a pleasant shopping surprise is the sweet village of Summerland, a 10 minute drive from Santa Barbara.
    Mary Jo
    United States of America
  • Scored 10
    10

    The beaches in Santa Barbara were Beautiful, the area felt...

    The beaches in Santa Barbara were Beautiful, the area felt safe, there was a variety of attractions to do, and see, you never got bored. There were various Restaurants to choose from, a lot on State Street. Everything was close and covenient, except parking, parking on streets, always seemed to be full. Had to use Parking Garages, which add up after a while. As for Shopping, State Street had many shops, and even shops on the side streets.
    nancy
    United States of America

See reviews by guests who stayed at hotels in Santa Barbara

  • From $355.35 per night
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 755 reviews
    his hotel is in a great location - dead centre of Santa Barbara - lovely older style property in great condition and in keeping with the neighbourhood - bars, shops and restaurants all within a minute from the front door of the hotel - staff really friendly as well. Would recommend
    Colin
    United Kingdom
  • From $258.91 per night
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,400 reviews
    Hotel was in a lovely location, about 1 block from the oceanfront / beaches. It was also very close and walkable to all downtown areas and was in a very safe neighbourhood. The room was not massive but it was lovely and very clean. Highly recommended.
    Jonathan
    United Kingdom
  • From $283.08 per night
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,702 reviews
    The cozy hotel is located in a convenient location near the beach, but a little further from the center. After 11 pm they lock the door to the building, so it's safe. The staff are friendly and pleasant.
    Sabira
    Kazakhstan
  • From $147.06 per night
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,237 reviews
    The hotel was in a good position, within a decent walk to the downtown area of Santa Barbara. Room comfortable and big bathroom.
    ChrisLG
    United States of America
  • Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 414 reviews
    Great location with beaches Montecito within 5 min walk. With hotel bikes downtown Santa Barbara only 30 min away
    Ivo
    Netherlands

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