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Here is a quick list of hotels in Santa Barbara, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Riviera Beach House |
8.0 / 10 (400 Reviews) |
From 203$ | |
| Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara |
7.9 / 10 (1218 Reviews) |
From 67$ | |
| El Encanto Santa Barbara |
9.1 / 10 (80 Reviews) |
From 474$ | |
| Hotel Californian |
8.6 / 10 (144 Reviews) |
From 742$ | |
| Harbor View Inn |
8.8 / 10 (1592 Reviews) |
From 239$ |
Santa Barbara is renowned for its stunning coastline and picturesque landscapes, making it a prime destination for travelers seeking breathtaking views. Whether you're planning a romantic getaway or a family vacation, the hotels in this coastal treasure offer scenery that captivates the senses. With a blend of luxurious accommodations and enchanting ocean vistas, Santa Barbara's hotels provide an ideal retreat that combines comfort with nature's beauty. Here, we present a selection of premier accommodations that promise to elevate your stay with the spectacular scenery they offer.
Santa Barbara Accommodation lists:
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Offering comfortable rooms, the pet-friendly Hotel Indigo Santa Barbara, An Ihg Hotel is located only 0.7 km from Funk Zone. Santa Barbara Zoo is less than 2.1 km away.
The venue is set in West Beach district, a few steps from Stearns Wharf Harbor. The centre of Santa Barbara is about a 15-minute walk away. Only some steps from the accommodation, Reagan Ranch Center is set.
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Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara
From 67$
Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara is located 4.4 km from the public Arroyo Burro Beach County Park and offers free self parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a Jacuzzi. Situated in Upper State Street district, the venue is set 2.7 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History.
This accommodation enjoys its prime location in vicinity of Chaucer's Bookstore. It is a 30-minute walk from the centre of Santa Barbara. Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church is just a few minutes' drive away.
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El Encanto Santa Barbara
From 474$
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara is located 2.4 km from the enchanting Santa Barbara Botanic Garden and features a sundeck and a library. San Marcos Building Courtyard is 400 metres away, and there is Riviera Theatre nearby.
The venue is situated 2 km from Santa Barbara city centre and 20 km from Santa Barbara airport. This accommodation is located near the Pacific Ocean. Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church is also a short drive away.
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Hotel Californian
From 742$
Offering air-conditioned rooms and Wi Fi in public areas, the 5-star Hotel Californian Santa Barbara is 750 metres from Funk Zone and within walking distance to Stearns Wharf Harbor. Santa Barbara Wine Collective is a popular place to visit 200 metres away from the venue.
Located off Moreton Bay Fig Tree, the accommodation is about 15 minutes’ walk from Santa Barbara city centre. The beach is 900 metres away. The air Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall is also a few minutes' drive away.
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Harbor View Inn
From 239$
Area attractions, including Sea Center and Stearns Wharf Harbor are located only a short walk from Harbor View Inn Santa Barbara. Guests will have access to private parking garage onsite for added convenience.
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center is 0.3 km of the property, while Funk Zone is around 0.9 km away. The hotel is a 15-minute walk to the centre of Santa Barbara. The family-friendly beach is 5 minutes' walk away. A short driving distance to Clock tower Courthouse is a perk for guests staying at Harbor View Inn.
Hotels in Santa Barbara
| Airport nearby ✈️ | Santa Barbara, Santa Maria Public, Presidente Itamar Franco, Santa Ynez |
| Average price 💰 | 455$ |
| Hotels in Santa Barbara 🏨 | 116 |
| Hotel Reviews ⭐ | 8479 |
| Landmarks nearby 📍 | Reagan Ranch Center, Casa del Herrero, Shoreline Park, Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Santa Barbara Zoo |
| Hotel with a view 🔍 | Riviera Beach House |
| Best Price Hotel 🤑 | Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara |
| Top Hotel for couples 💑 | El Encanto Santa Barbara |
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The Upham Hotel
From 198$
Featuring free self parking and a golf course, The Upham Hotel offers accommodation in the vicinity of the compact Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Stearns Wharf Harbor is a few minutes' drive from the venue, while the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park is 0.8 km away.
The property is very close to the downtown district of Santa Barbara and just a stroll from Holy Resurrection Orthodox Church. Tympanum can be reached within a 5-minute walk.
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Ramada By Wyndham Santa Barbara Hotel
From 126$
The 3-star Ramada By Wyndham Santa Barbara Hotel is set 4.4 km from Chaucer's Bookstore and 4.7 km from the 29 - acre Goleta Public Beach Park. Featuring 126 rooms with views of the garden, this inn is set within a short ride from State Street.
The venue is set in a shopping area of Santa Barbara.
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Sunset Motel
From 82$
Located in Upper State Street district, Sunset Motel is next-door to Chaucer's Bookstore and a 10-minute drive from the compact Santa Barbara Museum of Art. To ensure an exceptional stay in Santa Barbara, multilingual staff stands ready to provide 24-hour reception and housekeeping.
University of California is less than 4.2 km away. The venue is set within 3 km distance of the city centre. Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church is also within a few minutes drive from Sunset Motel.
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West Beach Inn, A Coast Hotel
From 161$
Featuring a free car park, a Jacuzzi and a heated swimming pool, West Beach Inn, A Coast Hotel offers accommodation in West Beach district, 2.2 km from the Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse. To ensure an exceptional stay in Santa Barbara, service-minded staff stands ready to provide 24 hour front desk assistance, concierge service and wake up service.
Waterfront is located near the venue, and Santa Barbara airport is approximately a 20-minute drive away. Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church stands about 3.8 km from the hotel. MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation is also located near the property. You can get to The Cabrillo Ball Park in a few minutes by car.
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Villa Rosa Inn
From 123$
Notable for its location 500 metres away from MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation in West Beach district, the hotel is placed within 5 minutes' walk of Ty Warner Sea Center. Boasting location close to Stearns Wharf Harbor, the venue includes 18 rooms and an outdoor swimming pool.
The property is situated 2 km from Santa Barbara city centre and 25 km from Santa Barbara airport. The property is located next to Los Banos Del Mar Public Swimming Pool. Villa Rosa Inn is a short ride from the sand Leadbetter Beach.
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Palmoro House Hotel
From 79$
Featuring free self-parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a Jacuzzi, Palmoro House Hotel offers accommodation in the vicinity of Santa Barbara Zoo. Located in East Beach district, the venue is set 10 minutes’ drive away from Stearns Wharf Harbor.
Waterfront is less than 2 km away. The inn is 3 km from Santa Barbara city centre. Palmoro House Hotel is a short ride from Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church.
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Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown Hotel
From 186$
Set 0.7 km from the compact Santa Barbara Museum of Art, La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Barbara Downtown features a free car park and an outdoor swimming pool. Situated in the centre of Santa Barbara, the venue gives quick access to the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden.
This accommodation is in a 15-minute walk from University of California. The city centre is close by, about 10 minutes' walk away. A convenient location of the hotel offers proximity to Diani.
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Marina Beach Motel
From 223$
Set within a 15-minute walk of University of California, this 3-star Marina Beach Motel Santa Barbara is located near Ambassador Park. Business travellers will appreciate conveniences like free Wi-Fi throughout the property and access to computers and a xerox.
Santa Barbara Zoo is less than 2.5 km away. The centre of Santa Barbara is 2 km away from the venue. Reagan Ranch Center is also located near the hotel. The property is only a short drive from the Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse.
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Ala Mar By The Sea Motel
From 122$
Notable for its location 450 metres away from Stearns Wharf Harbor in West Beach district, the venue is placed within 25 minutes' walk of Santa Barbara Zoo. Featuring 22 rooms with views of the mountain, this motel is set within a short ride from University of California.
Located 15 minutes' walk from the centre of Santa Barbara, the accommodation is close to Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center. The beach is just 50 metres from the hotel. Moreton Bay Fig Tree is also located near the property.
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Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt
From 156$
Situated 0.4 km from The Cabrillo Ball Park in Santa Barbara, Hyatt Centric Santa Barbara features an outdoor swimming pool, a sun terrace and a Jacuzzi throughout the property. The accommodation is centrally placed near Santa Barbara Zoo, offering 200 rooms along with an a la carte restaurant.
University of California is less than 2.8 km away. The city centre is close by, about 30 minutes' walk away. A short drive will take you to Stearns Wharf Harbor.
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Montecito Inn
From 231$
Notable for its location 900 metres away from the Scenic Butterfly Sandy Beach in Montecito district, the venue is placed within 20 minutes' walk of Santa Barbara Zoological Gdns. Featuring 61 rooms with views of the mountain, this inn is set within a short ride from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center.
The accommodation is set in a historic area of Santa Barbara. A beautiful beach can be found adjacent to the hotel.
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Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
From 176$
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn Santa Barbara boasts a convenient setting not far from the outdoor shopping center "La Cumbre Plaza". Guests can enjoy high-speed Internet access throughout the venue, as well as an outdoor swimming pool, a Jacuzzi and a massage room on site.
The accommodation is set next to Grace Lutheran Church, 6 km from the non - profit non - collecting Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara. This hotel is within 10 minutes' drive from Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church. Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn is a short driving distance of Arlington Theatre.
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The Milo Hotel
From 167$
Featuring allergy free rooms, a golf course and a Jacuzzi, Hotel Milo Santa Barbara is set in the downtown district of Santa Barbara, only a short drive from The Cabrillo Ball Park. The accommodation is centrally placed near Stearns Wharf Harbor, offering 122 rooms along with an a la carte restaurant.
Clock tower Courthouse is 1.3 km from the and Santa Barbara City College is 0.9 km away. The beach is within walking distance to the venue. The hotel is located close to Ambassador Park.
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara Santa Barbara
The 5-star Ritz-Carlton Bacara Santa Barbara Hotel is placed in Santa Barbara, not far from Coronado Butterfly Preserve. Featuring 358 rooms with views of the courtyard, this venue is set within a short ride from South Coast Railroad Museum.
Sandpiper Golf Club is 1.1 km from the accommodation, and University Plaza Shopping Center is less than 3.7 km away. The beach is 200 metres away.
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Motel 6-Santa Barbara, Ca - State Street
From 100$
Motel 6 Santa Barbara - State Street is a 10-minute drive from the enchanting Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, and it features free self parking and an outdoor swimming pool onsite. Situated in Upper State Street district, the venue is set 2.6 km from Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church.
Set a short drive from a beautiful beach, the accommodation is 3 km to the centre of Santa Barbara. Attractions within walking distance include Chaucer's Bookstore and Loreto Plaza Shopping Center. The 230-acre non-profit Elings Park is only a short drive away.
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Mason Beach Inn
From 220$
Mason Beach Inn Santa Barbara is a 3-star accommodation comprising 45 air-conditioned rooms just outside Waterfront. Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf Harbor are set only 0.8 and 1.1 km respectively from the venue.
The hotel is located 2 km from the centre of Santa Barbara and a couple of minutes' drive from the Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse. The beach is 800 metres away. MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation is also located near the property.