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Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location, staff, and restaurant."
United States
Kevin
The price is £290
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Santa Barbara Inn

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,545 reviews)
"Perfect stay at the Milo. Would stay again if we find ourselves back in SB"
United States
Kelsey
The price is £195
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
The Milo

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (274 reviews)
"Great restaurants and amenities, location was perfect. Really enjoyed the bike rentals."
United States
Oren
The price is £269
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, good stuff perfect location."
United States
Anna
The price is £166
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Montecito Inn

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent location and beautiful hotel."
United States
Marco
The price is £164
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
The Upham Hotel

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"This property was amazing! Staff and accommodations were great!"
United States
Sherrie
The price is £252
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.0 star property
Laguna
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (178 reviews)
"Great location for a short stay in Santa Barbara!"
United States
Sophie
The price is £169
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Casa Riviera

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"We only stayed one night as we were traveling through but the staff was nice, room was clean"
United States
Anthony
The price is £363
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (242 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. Beautiful room and grounds. "
United States
Evelyn
The price is £181
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice alternative to the very expensive hotels in the area."
United States
geoffrey
The price is £122
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (416 reviews)
"When I arrived after midnight after a long, tiring drive, I was greeted by a very friendly manager who was kind to give me a later check out when I asked. The hotel and my ADA king room were beautiful and luxurious, providing the rest and easy morning I needed. I look forward to staying here again."
United States
Jason
The price is £138
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Laguna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (396 reviews)
"absolutely perfect stay for my wife and I. we loved the location as it was close to everything we wanted to do and also loved our room so much we are trying to find out how to buy the bedding!"
United States
matthew
The price is £320
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Palihouse Santa Barbara

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Location was the best, close to the town center."
United States
Stanley
The price is £200
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (166 reviews)
"Great location and very comfortable and clean!! Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Stephen or Michele
The price is £163
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Casa De La Vina

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Home/room felt like home while our short stay away from home. Host was very helpful throughout our stay."
United States
Norma
The price is £163
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
The Craft House Inn

Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay! Everything was spotless, the bed was very comfortable and location was excellent! Would definitely"
United States
Emilie
The price is £237
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Casa Yano by The Beach

Tide Pool Villas

Tide Pool Villas
4.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
6.2 out of 10, (82 reviews)
"Great location. Walking distance to the pier, many eateries, Moxi museum. "
United States
Cynthia
The price is £176
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Tide Pool Villas

Casa Castillo

Casa Castillo
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay and felt very comfortable as a family. The place was clean, well-maintained, and exactly as described. The host was responsive and thoughtful, which made everything easy. "
United States
Zheng
The price is £166
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Casa Castillo

Santa Barbara Luxury Beach Getaways

Santa Barbara Luxury Beach Getaways
4.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4 reviews)
" Everything was excellent"
United States
Kent
Santa Barbara Luxury Beach Getaways

Cozy Cali Condo, Walk to Summerland Beach!

Cozy Cali Condo, Walk to Summerland Beach!
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
Cozy Cali Condo, Walk to Summerland Beach!
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Santa Barbara and related destinations

Nestled between mountains and sea, this Spanish-influenced coastal paradise offers wine tasting and red-tiled architecture along State Street. Rent bikes to explore the palm-lined waterfront, then catch sunset from Stearns Wharf where locals recommend the fresh seafood.

aerial view of Shoreline Park and The Mesa, Santa Barbara, California

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Pocket Guide: 4 Stars Hotels in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara is a popular stopover on the coastal US Highway 101, 100 miles from LA. The oceanfront city is known as the American Riviera, thanks to its year-round Mediterranean climate, 300 days of sunshine and Spanish colonial architecture.

Stylish Four-Star Hotels in Santa Barbara

Many of Santa Barbara’s four-star hotels are built in the European Mission style with terracotta-red roofs and whitewashed walls. Most have swimming pools, modern restaurants and chic bars. Use Expedia to search through Santa Barbara’s four-star accommodation and you can choose one that has a full-service and bike hire, too.

Stay near Santa Barbara's Attractions

Book a hotel by the beach or downtown and you'll be within walking distance or a short bus ride from many of Santa Barbara main attractions. Visit the landmark 18th-century Mission Santa Barbara, just north of downtown, and see the colourful frescoes in the Santa Barbara County Courthouse or its 85-foot observation tower, with its sweeping views of the city and the ocean.

Santa Barbara's Wine Country

Santa Barbara County is renowned for its excellent Californian wines. Book a four-star hotel in one of the Santa Ynez Valley's main towns, such as Solvang or Los Olivos, and you can tour Santa Barbara wine country’s over 100 wineries. Your four-star hotel can book you on a guided bus trip wine tour and tasting, or you could add a bit more adventure to your wine tasting on a cycling tour. So leave the car at the hotel and head off on a Santa Barbara wine experience.

Shopping and Dining in Santa Barbara

Head to city's Historic State Street Plaza, a popular outdoor shopping mall with designer boutiques, high-street labels and quirky gift shops. Or find smaller, local designers and boutiques in La Arcada mall.

After a day of sightseeing, make your way back to your Santa Barbara hotel for a drink in the bar, or head out to the surrounding streets for a margarita or two in a local bar. Wherever you choose to stay, use Expedia to find the best four-star hotel in Santa Barbara to suit you.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 4-star hotels in Santa Barbara?
Kick back in 4-star hotel comfort at Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel. Ranked highly by many of our guests, it comes with Frette Italian sheets and a terrace. Also take a look at The Upham Hotel. A pillowtop mattress and a terrace make this stay another traveller favourite in Santa Barbara.
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in Santa Barbara?
If you choose to stay at a 4-star hotel in Santa Barbara, you'll typically find lots of conveniences to ensure you're relaxed, such as a restaurant, pool and gym. You can enjoy high-quality service and upscale surroundings. Pick a 5-star hotel and you'll get a few extra perks — think on-site spas, around-the-clock concierge and opulent turndown services. You'll most likely get extra amenities and first-class services at a 5-star retreat, but both are fabulous options for luxury travellers.

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