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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.

Awesome hotel, it looked newly renovated. The shower was the best.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
2,319 reviews
Price from£225.63per night
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.

Spacious room, close to an amazing Italian restaurant.
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
2,930 reviews
Price from£181.90per night
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 is a 25 minute walk from Stearns wharf, then you can walk down to State street where the downtown Santa Barbara area is. Or an 8 min drive
7.3
Scored 7.3
Good
Rated good
1,510 reviews
Price from£126.30per night
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.

it seemed very safe, the location was amazing. the room was clean and comfortable.
7.4
Scored 7.4
Good
Rated good
1,154 reviews
Price from£120.10per night
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.

Loved our room size, clean and comfortable. Had delicious drinks at the bar and a very nice breakfast. All the staff were very nice and answered all our questions. Great location easy to access town and other areas.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
603 reviews
Price from£253.40per night
Hotel Santa Barbara, hotel in Santa Barbara

This hotel is within 2 mi of the Santa Barbara Zoo and Leadbetter Beach and Park. We offer complimentary Wi-Fi and a Starbucks Coffee shop right outside our doors.

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8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
788 reviews
Price from£261.34per night
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.

large room. great grounds on the site. Restaurant in the hotel was excellent.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
418 reviews
Price from£214.47per night
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.

Quiet accommodations and facilities. Very knowledgeable and helpful staff. Rooms could use some form of chest of drawers and additional clothes hangers.
7.3
Scored 7.3
Good
Rated good
434 reviews
Price from£186.67per night
Palmoro House, hotel in Santa Barbara

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

walking distance to the beach and zoo.
7.2
Scored 7.2
Good
Rated good
222 reviews
Price from£182.94per night
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.

Friendly and helpful staff. Cleanliness was exceptional. Breakfast had good variety and quality.
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
334 reviews
Price from£172.17per night
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  • Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 287 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

  • Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 181 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
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 586 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.

    The room was very clean, staff was really friendly.

  • Inn by the Harbor
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 618 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.

    nice and cozy rooms - also the outside facilities are made up really nice

  • Brisas Del Mar Inn at the Beach
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 378 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

  • Circle Bar B Guest Ranch
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 56 reviews

    Located in Santa Barbara, 18 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara, Circle Bar B Guest Ranch provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge...

    The wranglers leading the horse back ride were great.

  • Beachside Inn
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,927 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 !!!

  • Villa Rosa Inn
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,543 reviews

    This small inn is located steps from the beach in Santa Barbara, California. The inn offers a free continental breakfast and free evening wine tasting with snacks.

    Amazing property and hospitality services. Great stay

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  • Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,754 reviews

    This Santa Barbara, California hotel is located 3 miles from Stearn’s Wharf on the Pacific Ocean. The hotel offers free WiFi and cable TV in every room.

    All, the room was perfect for family The swimming pool was good

  • Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 105 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
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 275 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

  • The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 112 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.

    It is a beautiful resort and the staff was wonderful!

  • Hotel Santa Barbara
    Budget options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 788 reviews

    This hotel is within 2 mi of the Santa Barbara Zoo and Leadbetter Beach and Park. We offer complimentary Wi-Fi and a Starbucks Coffee shop right outside our doors.

    Great location, comfortable bed and friendly staff

  • De La Vina Inn
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 83 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 Presidio
    Budget options available
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,084 reviews

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

    Location, easy to check-in and checkout. Good value.

  • Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,153 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

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  • Santa Barbara Inn
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 603 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

  • The Upham Hotel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 418 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

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

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

    location. the room was beautiful and the staff was great

  • Riviera Beach House
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 263 reviews

    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 fantastic. Staff were super friendly.

  • Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 759 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.

    Perfect location. Good breakfast. Clean room. Great staff.

  • The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 185 reviews

    Adjacent to the Sandpiper golf course, this Santa Barbara resort features beautiful ocean views, an outdoor pool and on-site dining. All guest rooms include a private patio with a view.

    Room needs renewal, food was very good, service was excellent

  • Haley Hotel
    Central location
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 118 reviews

    Featuring barbecue facilities, Haley Hotel is located in Santa Barbara in the California region, a 12-minute walk from West Beach and 1.4 miles from Leadbetter Beach.

    No Carpet! Great for allergy sufferers like myself

  • Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 717 reviews

    Featuring a fitness center and outdoor pool, Best Western Plus South Coast Inn is a contemporary property located within 10 minutes’ drive of downtown Santa Barbara and Goleta Beach.

    Breakfast was a nice touch. Staff was super friendly.

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What Guests Said About Santa Barbara:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    Santa Barbara was absolutely beautiful!!!

    Santa Barbara was absolutely beautiful!!! It was really lush and green there! The wildflowers were blooming everywhere! The mountains and hills were super lush and green and very beautiful! The Botanical Gardens are incredible and are filled with poppies and wildflowers! The Mission, Courthouse, State Street, Stearns Wharf, and Alice Peck Park are all amazing places to visit! The weather was a perfect 73 degrees for most of my trip, until the last day. The people were all very nice and pleasant to deal with. Brophy's, at the Harbor has the best fish and chips that I have ever had!! There were some whales right off of the Harbor that I was privileged to see! There was also an awesome feeding frenzy that brought in hundreds of pelicans and cormorants to dive into the water at the same time!! It was phenomenal to watch. People who have lived in Santa Barbara all of their lives have never seen anything like it!!! It was an absolutely amazing trip!
    Lori
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 10

    It is so beautiful there, it has energy

    It is so beautiful there, it has energy & offers many types of activities & a plethora of restaurants, shops, night life, spas, zoo, museums & the beach. Go, visit - it's worth it!
    Kris
    United States of America
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    We visited in February when unknown to us was the film...

    We visited in February when unknown to us was the film festival, the weather was perfect, town seemed quiet even with film festival which was a bonus, still able to grab tickets. Plenty of restaurants to choose from, lots with outdoor eating with patio heaters. We enjoyed the SB Whale watching trip we did, small exclusive boat made us feel VIPs and saw plenty of humpback whales. Easy to walk around the town, but also easy to drive and explore neighbouring Montecito
    Sarah-Jane Parker
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Great place to visit, especially with wonderful weather.

    Great place to visit, especially with wonderful weather. For seafood, Lure is amazing!!! Chad's and Cajun Kitchen are great breakfast spots. If you are there on Sunday, see the Art/Craft Market at the Beach. Lots of amazing stuff and all the vendors are so friendly. Also, a huge recommendation to Olive Hill Farms in Los Olivos. Great place for oils and vinegars.
    Kathleen
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Loved the beautiful landscaping and architecture everywhere.

    Loved the beautiful landscaping and architecture everywhere. Clean city and easy to navigate while driving but MapQuest misguided me numerous times. Excellent ethnic food restaurants. Lots of choices. I’m recommending “Meet Up” Chinese, “Your Place” Thai and “Masala Spice” Indian foods. Meet Up was first place I’ve ever been served by a robot!!!! Very cool!
    Cynthia
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Santa Barbara has a lot to offer from beaches to hiking...

    Santa Barbara has a lot to offer from beaches to hiking mountain biking to sailing and other outdoor adventures. I would have liked to have more time to explore. Relax at the rose gardens at the mission, hike more, beach sunsets and dinner downtown. Getting around is easy. Biking is fun! I would avoid the traffic in the funk zone on Friday night. Park in a paid lot and walk in is what I recommend. Also check out the Farmer’s market downtown on Tuesday nights and Saturday mornings. Wishing everyone a great time!
    Sabrina
    United States of America

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