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Where to stay in Santa Barbara

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Santa Barbara Travel Info

Best neighbourhoods
West Beach, Santa Barbara Beach and North State
Number of hotels
1,865
Highest price
£817
Lowest price
£73
Known attractions
Santa Barbara Zoo, Butterfly Beach and Goleta Beach
Hotels with nearby beaches
127
5-star hotels
5
Hotels with nearby historical attractions
50

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Santa Barbara?

Simpson House Inn is a favourite with Expedia customers. This B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. Traveller reviews also recommend Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages and La Playa Inn as top choices for your trip. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Santa Barbara.

  

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Santa Barbara has to offer?

CUTE DOWNTOWN HOME 2 BLOCKS FROM STATE ST​ & 6 BLOCKS FROM THE MAIN BEACH: This highly rated holiday home rental in Santa Barbara is equipped with a selection of games, laundry facilities and WiFi to help you feel comfortable during your stay. It has 3 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. Some other top choices in Santa Barbara are Retro Airstream with Private Deck and Ocean View and Charming, Single-Level Home w/ Fast WiFi, Gas Fireplace, & a Furnished Patio. See all vacation rentals in Santa Barbara.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Barbara, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Santa Barbara.

What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Santa Barbara?

Based on reviews, Inn By The Harbor is a popular hotel for our travellers who want a more economical choice, and features free breakfast and free WiFi. Other good choices for your budget-friendly stay include Sandpiper Lodge and Avania Inn of Santa Barbara. View all budget hotels in Santa Barbara.

What's the best accommodation option for a family holiday to Santa Barbara?

Inn By The Harbor is a hotel with an outdoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices for your stay with the children include Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach and Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort. Also, attractions such as Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Santa Barbara.

What's the best accommodation for couples in Santa Barbara?

Large charming guest house close to Miramar. is a favourite guest house for couples, and features in-room kitchens and a garden. See all romantic hotels in Santa Barbara.

What is the top LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in Santa Barbara?

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features a full-service spa and private balconies. Riviera Beach House and La Playa Inn are other good choices for your stay. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Santa Barbara.

What's the best pet-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara?

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets, and offers 2 outdoor pools and free WiFi for its human guests. Two other good options for you and your pet's trip include Hyatt Place Santa Barbara and Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Santa Barbara.

What's the best place to stay to stay near the beach in Santa Barbara?

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara is a top beach hotel offering 2 outdoor pools and free WiFi, located within a short 12-minute walk of Leadbetter Beach . Other good options for your stay near the beach include Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel. See more stays near the beach in Santa Barbara.

What's the best high-end hotel in Santa Barbara?

Hotel Californian is a luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and a full-service spa, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. Rosewood Miramar Beach and Simpson House Inn are two other upscale options for your stay. Find more luxury hotels in Santa Barbara.

What's the best boutique-style accommodation in Santa Barbara?

Montecito Inn is a favourite hotel with our travellers looking for stylish accommodation, and features 60 guestrooms, spa services and massages. El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara and Palihouse Santa Barbara are other choices for a boutique stay. See all boutique hotels in Santa Barbara.

What's the best accommodation for a golf trip to Santa Barbara?

Quality Inn Santa Barbara is a hotel featuring free breakfast and free WiFi, and it's a top choice for playing a round of golf. Other good options to stay near a golf course include Sandpiper Lodge and Agave Inn. You can tee off at Santa Barbara Golf Club or Rancho San Marcos Golf Course while you're in town. See more golf hotels in Santa Barbara.

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