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La Playa Inn 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.
Beachside Inn
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.
Cabrillo Inn at the Beach
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.
Sandpiper Lodge - 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.
Santa Barbara Inn
Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, the Santa Barbara Inn is located in Santa Barbara, 2 minutes' walk from the beach.
Hotel 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.
The Upham Hotel
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.
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
This Santa Barbara beachfront resort offers an outdoor pool with a poolside lounge. Sterns Wharf and State Street shops’ is 5 minutes’ drive away.
Palmoro House
The Palmoro House is a satellite building located 1.5 blocks from the main lobby of the Mar Monte Hotel.
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
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.
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Santa Barbara's best hotels with breakfast
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Hotel in Goleta, Santa BarbaraBreakfast options8.1Scored 8.1Very GoodRated very good· 114 reviewsLocated 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!
Villa Rosa Inn
Hotel in West Beach, Santa BarbaraBreakfast options7.3Scored 7.3GoodRated good· 1,555 reviewsThis 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
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Hotel in Santa BarbaraBreakfast options7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 725 reviewsLocated in Santa Barbara, 6.6 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara, Hyatt Place Santa Barbara provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a shared lounge and a...
Very comfy beds and pillows Very clean Nice size rooms
6.8Scored 6.8PleasantRated pleasant· 385 reviewsThis Extended Stay America - Santa Barbara - Calle Real is especially designed for longer stays, with all rooms featuring a kitchenette. The hotel offers free WiFi and a 24-hour reception.
Really appreciated the responsiveness of the staff.
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Hotel in Santa BarbaraBreakfast options7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 177 reviewsJust 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.
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Hotel in Goleta, Santa BarbaraBreakfast options7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 712 reviewsFeaturing 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.
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
Hotel in Goleta, Santa BarbaraBreakfast options7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 330 reviewsThis 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.
Nice clean room Close to what we needed helpful staff
The Upham Hotel
Hotel in Santa BarbaraBreakfast options8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 419 reviewsThis 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
Budget hotels in Santa Barbara
9.0Scored 9.0WonderfulRated wonderful· 1,095 reviewsThis 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.
Clean, well-appointed, nicely maintained, excellent location
Simpson House Inn
Hotel in Santa BarbaraCheap hotel9.3Scored 9.3WonderfulRated wonderful· 238 reviewsBuilt in 1874, this Victorian bed and breakfast is surrounded by lush landscaped grounds and 3 blocks of city parks. It features gourmet breakfast and evening wine tastings.
The whole experience was amazing! we all loved it.
8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 2,083 reviewsLess 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.
The coffee/ snack/ cereal table in Receptoon
8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 1,573 reviewsOffering 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.
Very nice clean and big room in a very convenient location!
8.1Scored 8.1Very GoodRated very good· 1,771 reviewsThis 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
8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 606 reviewsFeaturing 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
8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 264 reviewsThis 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.
8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 585 reviewsThis 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.
Hotels located in the center of Santa Barbara
Circle Bar B Guest Ranch
Hotel in Santa BarbaraCentral location8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 57 reviewsLocated 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...
Great horse dude ranch experience! Perfect for a few nights
De La Vina Inn
Hotel in Santa BarbaraCentral location8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 82 reviewsLocated 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
8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 380 reviewsThis 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
Hotel Santa Barbara
Hotel in Santa BarbaraCentral location8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 783 reviewsThis 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
Inn by the Harbor
Hotel in West Beach, Santa BarbaraCentral location8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 612 reviewsThis 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
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Hotel in West Beach, Santa BarbaraCentral location8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 760 reviewsAvania 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.
7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 21 reviewsLocated 2 miles from Sterns Wharf. Free Wi-Fi in rooms is offered to all guests.
Haley Hotel
Hotel in Santa BarbaraCentral location7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 117 reviewsFeaturing 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
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What Guests Said About Santa Barbara:
- 8.0Scored 8.0
We loved the old mission and spend a lot of time in the...
We loved the old mission and spend a lot of time in the hotel. I didn‘t like the pier. Everywhere were cars and parking lots instead of nice sitting opportunities. there were a lot of homeless people, too.
AnjaGermany - 10Scored 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!
LoriUnited States of America - 10Scored 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!KrisUnited States of America - 8.0Scored 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 ParkerUnited Kingdom - 10Scored 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.
KathleenUnited States of America - 10Scored 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!
CynthiaUnited States of America
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- From $363.66 per night8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 1,573 reviewsHarbor View Inn was one of the most beautiful hotel stops on our California tour. The room we has was HUGE and incredibly comfortable for our 2 night stay. Location was spot on - we were located in the North building which led straight out onto Mason, a stones throw away from the beach and only a 10-15 min stroll to the downtown area (even closer to the Funk Zone and wine bars!) Nice little balcony on our 2nd floor room too! Perfect for enjoying an ice-cream from McConnells (just across the street) and a glass of something sparkling!LianneUnited Kingdom
- From $340.86 per night8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 380 reviewsThis hotel was amazing! Our room was basically an apartment with a kitchen, living room, and separate bedroom with a walk in closet. I do like to clean my room upon arriving to a hotel and it was already spotless. When we requested our room to be cleaned, they were so quick, but thorough! Breakfast was light (egg bites, yogurt, pastries), but very good. The location was awesome. Near the beach, gas stations, freeway, restaurants, and little markets. Probably the best hotel we've ever been to!TaylorUnited States of America
- From $333.68 per night7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 1,156 reviewsWe booked a family suite as we had 2 adult kids with us. It worked perfectly and avoided all sharing one room. Room was clean and comfortable and we had a great view of the beach. Loved the fire pits for chilling out in the evening. Pool was small but well serviced with sun loungers etc. The hotel offered bikes for touring around. Loved Santa Barbara and would definitely go back.SarahUnited Kingdom
- From $352.85 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 2,917 reviewsA really great location - only a few steps away from Santa Barbara Pier. Great rooms - although we had to check that our kid got the sofa bed as booked. Was done within 5 minutes. Pool area was superb and well attended. One of the best complementary breakfasts we had on the whole trip What a pitty we only had 1 night for staying there planned in our round trip
DanielaAustria - From $319.20 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 419 reviewsThe location was perfect for our purposes in Santa Barbara. Quick and easy walk to State Street. Beautiful hotel and grounds. Nice courtyard area for guests to sit and relax. Room was clean and very quiet. The hotel provided a basket of individually wrapped scones, cookies, oatmeal and toiletries plus a bottle of wine from Santa Barbara Winery at check in.PhilipUnited States of America
- From $363.66 per night8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 1,573 reviewslocation is perfect for a walkable Santa Barbara trip. Jeanine’s is next door with the best breakfast tacos I have ever tasted. Across the street from the wharf and front door is steps from State Street, where all the restaurants, shopping and action take place. Clean hotel that has been nicely updated with large rooms and a friendly staff. Great spot!
MarcUnited States of America - From $748.01 per night8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 234 reviewsThis is a great boutique property, a short walk from downtown State Street Santa Barbara. The hotel is very comfortable and very quiet in spite of its in-town location. The staff could not have been more helpful. I spent an extremely enjoyable 4 days and had great weather to boot. I will go back
MartinUnited States of America - From $128.08 per night6.8Scored 6.8PleasantRated pleasant· 686 reviewsSunset Hotel is ok. It's good for the price in Santa Barbara, but not more. The lady at the reception was very friendly, the room was clean, but rather small. No breakfast due to covid restrictions what I don't really understand, since all the restaurants are open without any restrictions.MichaelSwitzerland
- From $333.34 per night9.1Scored 9.1WonderfulRated wonderful· 633 reviewsExcellent location near the beachfront. We loved the breakfast and how we were received by the hotel staff. We liked that we could get free bikes with the hotel for a ride around town. Excellent value for money!
DiegoBrazil - From $467.08 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very GoodRated very good· 114 reviewsThe rooms are huge and comfortable. The location was convenient between Goleta and downtown Santa Barbara. The lobby, the restaurant and outdoor area are super cute. And the staff was super friendly!JJenniferUnited States of America
- From $177.01 per night7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 2,499 reviewsAbility for a family group to meet and visit in the large patio area. Close to downtown Santa Barbara, on bus line, within walking distance of Starbucks, great restaurant food and staff.MaryUnited States of America
- From $158.46 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 1,803 reviewsit was fine, but way too overpriced we stayed in lots of hotels with similar arrangements which charged a 100 dollars less… I guess Santa Barbara is on holy ground or something…PeterNetherlands
- From $377.97 per night9.1Scored 9.1WonderfulRated wonderful· 2,323 reviewsAmazing hotel near the beach and state street. So clean, friendly staff and amazing rooms! We loved it here and would absolutely stay again. Also, lots of parking!!NicolaUnited Kingdom
- From $181.26 per night7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 2,101 reviewsThe room was clean with a TV with many programs. Santa Barbara is lovely place and this hotel is great place to stay. The staff was very nice and helpful.
ErikCzech Republic - From $214.06 per night7.3Scored 7.3GoodRated good· 1,503 reviewsThe 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 driveJoselinUnited States of America
- From $257.59 per night7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 224 reviewsIt was in a good location near the beach and close to the highway. The hotel was clean and efficient and good value.RobertUnited Kingdom
- From $158.46 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 1,803 reviewsThe location was great, just a few minutes from the downtown area of Santa BarbaraCynthiaUnited States of America
- From $453.66 per night7.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 114 reviewsThe hotel is located in downtown Santa Barbara. Great LocationAngelaUnited States of America
- 9.1Scored 9.1WonderfulRated wonderful· 40 reviewsLocation near Old Downtown Santa Barbara was very convenient.DoloresUnited States of America
- From $389.85 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 783 reviewsCosy Old hotel located centrally in Santa Barbara.DanielDenmark
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