Title: TOP Sports Hotels in Santa Barbara, CA for 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Santa Barbara Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara.dx602277)[Hotels in Santa Barbara](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels.d602277.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Santa Barbara](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Holiday-Rentals.d602277.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Santa Barbara](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Santa Barbara](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Santa Barbara Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Car-Hire-Guide)[Santa Barbara Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara.d602277.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![aerial view of Shoreline Park and The Mesa, Santa Barbara, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/cdc9be93-72c0-455e-af71-4957e05ea3f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Search Sports Hotels in Santa Barbara - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Save instantly and earn perks with One Key [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check availability on Santa Barbara Sports Hotels Tonight [8 Dec - 9 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=602277&startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [9 Dec - 10 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=602277&startDate=2025-12-09&endDate=2025-12-10&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [12 Dec - 14 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=602277&startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [19 Dec - 21 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=602277&startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Top Santa Barbara Sports Hotels ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34500/34495/375e4f4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily continental breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34500/34495/7a9d9f86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34500/34495/a785335e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34500/34495/b3708d3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Inn By The Harbor Santa Barbara Beach 9.2/10 Wonderful (1790) "Everything was great, clean, good staff, great breakfast and good location " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Maria £143 includes taxes & fees 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Inn-By-The-Harbor.h34495.Hotel-Information) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/67500/67458/009f4bea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![King Suite | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/67500/67458/fd100b1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/67500/67458/1b928307.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/67500/67458/ec3739ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Santa Barbara Downtown Santa Barbara 9.2/10 Wonderful (1049) "Perfect location for state street fun!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Sherie £138 includes taxes & fees 15 Dec - 16 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Hotel-Santa-Barbara.h67458.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565800/565736/af5e1e5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565800/565736/d2b50aed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565800/565736/673278f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565800/565736/bca49575.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Milo Santa Barbara Beach 8.4/10 Very good (1487) "Great location, friendly staff and valet, pretty room. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Asha £168 includes taxes & fees 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Hotel-Milo-Santa-Barbara.h565736.Hotel-Information) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13600/13530/0c380524.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13600/13530/773a9bbe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13600/13530/w3837h2557x3y3-f14cd21b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13600/13530/w3840h2556x0y4-5636e291.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn North State 8.4/10 Very good (1015) "Great stay, friendly staff." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Nestor £119 includes taxes & fees 11 Dec - 12 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Pepper-Tree-Inn.h13530.Hotel-Information) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41100/41065/b5884060.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41100/41065/99e399f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room, 1 Queen Bed | BBQ/picnic Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41100/41065/98ffc5f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41100/41065/c1a50bec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara Santa Barbara 8.8/10 Excellent (1001) "Great place to stay! Clean rooms, nice staff." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) KIMBERLY [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Coast-Village-Inn-Santa-Barbara.h41065.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84900/84820/a302e3da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84900/84820/50128e5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fitness facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84900/84820/e1b8947b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84900/84820/d348bb51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lavender Inn by the Sea Santa Barbara Beach 9.2/10 Wonderful (1285) "The room was maintained clean, staff were kind, and parking was easy. Super close to the beach and piers (walkable), so as to downtown and old mission. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Jin £131 includes taxes & fees 14 Dec - 15 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Lavender-Inn-By-The-Sea.h84820.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/210000/200800/200768/8a0ab72c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/210000/200800/200768/a35013db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/210000/200800/200768/712546cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/210000/200800/200768/d102b044.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton Downtown Santa Barbara 8.6/10 Excellent (1002) "Can't beat the location! One block from the promenade street with plenty of restaurants, cafes, and shops. Not too far from the pier as well!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Leonardo £164 includes taxes & fees 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Santa-Barbara.h200768.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1157100/1157070/e17251ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Canary) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1157100/1157070/dcb6d068.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1157100/1157070/fadc4026.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Juliet Balcony) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1157100/1157070/cffa1535.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG Downtown Santa Barbara 8.8/10 Excellent (1000) "Friendly staff, clean room and pet-friendly" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Lisa £267 includes taxes & fees 6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Kimpton-Canary-Hotel.h1157070.Hotel-Information) ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84135300/84135249/26c071f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84135300/84135249/36e6cab0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84135300/84135249/a9346fa3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Coffee shop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84135300/84135249/86f5a24f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels Downtown Santa Barbara 8.4/10 Very good (398) "The staff was nice and the hotel was comfy " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Tiffany £203 includes taxes & fees 15 Dec - 16 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Drift-Santa-Barbara.h84135249.Hotel-Information) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8380000/8375900/8375865/2f2325a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8380000/8375900/8375865/ac20f244.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8380000/8375900/8375865/34e2be8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8380000/8375900/8375865/de2fbfe8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Moxy Santa Barbara Lower State 8.6/10 Excellent (806) "Love this place. Will definitely be back. Close to many cool things. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Matthew £167 includes taxes & fees 15 Dec - 16 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-The-Waterman.h8375865.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. [View all properties](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23®ionId=602277&adults=2&nearby_group=recreation&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Top Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews ![Beachside Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7700/7687/3d5b03a6_y.jpg) ### Beachside Inn 10/10 Excellent "Everything about the hotel is exceptional except the shower/tub bathroom. A slight redo similar to the bedroom would be fabulous. Regardless, we will stay again for certain. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Beachside-Inn.h7687.Hotel-Information) ![Avania Inn of Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/970000/969000/968986/a1b49ad5_y.jpg) ### Avania Inn of Santa Barbara 10/10 Excellent "Definetly would stay here again!" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Avania-Inn-Of-Santa-Barbara.h968986.Hotel-Information) ![The Milo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565800/565736/af5e1e5e_y.jpg) ### The Milo 10/10 Excellent "Amazing location by the beach and close to downtown. Great service, comfortable bed, spacious bathroom and the patio areas with gas fires are a plus. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Hotel-Milo-Santa-Barbara.h565736.Hotel-Information) ![Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13600/13530/0c380524_y.jpg) ### Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn 10/10 Excellent "Recently renovated rooms. Clean and nice. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Pepper-Tree-Inn.h13530.Hotel-Information) ![Sandpiper Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1060000/1058000/1057983/219b9599_y.jpg) ### Sandpiper Lodge 10/10 Excellent "Wonderful stay friendly staff" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Sandpiper-Lodge.h1057983.Hotel-Information) ![Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18000/17955/fe7af377_y.jpg) ### Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort 10/10 Excellent "Great staff room very clean. Had an unfortunate room service meal but when contacted rhey helped to remedy it right away. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Hilton-Santa-Barbara-Beachfront-Resort.h17955.Hotel-Information) ![Santa Barbara Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34500/34492/30abd348_y.jpg) ### Santa Barbara Inn 10/10 Excellent "A wonderful place & an amazing staff" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Santa-Barbara-Inn.h34492.Hotel-Information) ![Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16600/16502/524f8c62_y.jpg) ### Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara 10/10 Excellent "staff was very helpfully especially the breakfast woman. She went above and beyond in making a wonderful experience. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Santa-Barbara.h16502.Hotel-Information) ![Riviera Beach House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4930000/4927400/4927347/2e992583_y.jpg) ### Riviera Beach House 10/10 Excellent "Natalie was extremely nice and helpful even though she was understaffed. Our room accommodations were perfect for a night away. This property is smack in the middle.of the Funk zone. Will definitely return! " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Hotel-Indigo-Santa-Barbara.h4927347.Hotel-Information) ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - More ways to book - [Book Sports Hotels in Santa Barbara on Expedia.com ](https://www.expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Couples-Resorts-Hotels.0-0-d602277-tCouplesResortsHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)