Title: The Funk Zone Travel Guide: Best of The Funk Zone, Santa Barbara Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in The Funk Zone](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Funk-Zone-Santa-Barbara-Hotels.0-n553248633938969740-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[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)[The Funk Zone Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-The-Funk-Zone.d553248633938969740.Car-Hire-Guide)[The Funk Zone Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Funk-Zone.d553248633938969740.Holidays-City-Breaks) # The Funk Zone Travel Guide ## Santa Barbara ![Photo by Theresa McLaird](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/986ddf5501b490fe9fc1c2c66cfe7b2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Theresa McLaird](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/986ddf5501b490fe9fc1c2c66cfe7b2e.jpg) ## Visit The Funk Zone Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Santa Barbara travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara.dx602277) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Santa Barbara Zoo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/4b9585a48356be65be68944c62168157.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara Zoo Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Zoo-Santa-Barbara.d6065929.Attraction) ![Santa Barbara Harbor](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a79f5cfd6e83f80a536f9243662de183.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara Harbor Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Harbor-Santa-Barbara.d553248634000903287.Attraction) ![Santa Barbara County Courthouse featuring a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/51000/51681-Santa-Barbara.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara County Courthouse See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-County-Courthouse-Downtown-Santa-Barbara.d6177264.Attraction) ![Upper State Street](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1d3943494e82de7a7e3136701c3719f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Upper State Street During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its cosy cafes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Upper-State-Street-Santa-Barbara.d6336857.Attraction) ![Butterfly Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/4ac1f02a3b45ea4c8ed3a9d6ead87c6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Butterfly Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Butterfly-Beach-Montecito.d553248621561135821.Attraction) ![Stearns Wharf](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2a95900f46ed07b806fb0b7f1015da99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Stearns Wharf Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as cycling in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Stearns-Wharf-Santa-Barbara-Beach.d6063349.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Santa Barbara Trolley Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1247677/f40fd037-ab30-40b5-bf4c-f29e61420bbf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara Trolley Tour £21 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-barbara-trolley-tour.a1247677.activity-details) ![Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49965347/cc9b081e-041c-4ce1-b661-266bdf8cbc76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy £19 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/visit-the-rescued-cats-of-cat-therapy.a49965347.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44649102/1306d2d4-212e-48eb-b9f3-6d4c69322053.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map £26 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-barbara-full-day-7-speed-bike-rental-with-area-map.a44649102.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44652338/55369f36-2fca-4cb2-824e-2cf29cff189e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental £33 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-barbara-electric-bike-rental.a44652338.activity-details) ![Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3462615/05d6c63a-2a51-4112-bbbd-8bc53230649b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental £19 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kayak-or-stand-up-paddle-board-rental.a3462615.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48117548/47650188-db2e-4c28-b56b-ad42c17837bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop £44 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-barbara-chocolate-bar-and-art-box-making-workshop.a48117548.activity-details) [See all activities in Santa Barbara](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in The Funk Zone ![Riviera Beach House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4930000/4927400/4927347/2e992583_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Riviera Beach House 121 State St Santa Barbara CA £117 1 Feb - 2 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews) Great location to explore the Funk Zone area of Santa Barbara. The room was clean and perfect for a short stay. The staff was friendly and helpful. Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=4927347&PinnedHotelID=4927347&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633938969740) ![Hotel Californian](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18380000/18374100/18374097/12b7ea7c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Californian 36 State Street Santa Barbara CA £553 1 Feb - 2 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (932 reviews) Room, staff, pool, restaurant, location were all fantastic!! Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=18374097&PinnedHotelID=18374097&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633938969740) ![Moxy Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8380000/8375900/8375865/2f2325a3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Moxy Santa Barbara 12 E Montecito Street Santa Barbara CA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £172 2 Feb - 3 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Harbor and MOXI, The Wolf ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (804 reviews) Nuestra estadía en el Hotel Moxy fue excelente. Nos encantó el ambiente del lugar; el cuarto estaba muy limpio, organizado y cómodo. Además, el hotel está excelentemente ubicado, a corta distancia de todo y especialmente del Funk Zone, con una gran variedad de cafés, restaurantes, breweries y wine ... Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F02%2F2026&endDate=03%2F02%2F2026&selected=8375865&PinnedHotelID=8375865&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633938969740) ![Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13600/13530/0c380524_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn 3850 State St Santa Barbara CA £135 18 Jan - 19 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,056 reviews) Courtesy staff. Everyone nice. Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=13530&PinnedHotelID=13530&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633938969740) ![Hotel Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/67500/67458/009f4bea_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Santa Barbara 533 State St Santa Barbara CA £178 18 Jan - 19 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,115 reviews) Nice location Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=67458&PinnedHotelID=67458&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633938969740) ![Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16600/16502/524f8c62_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara 4770 Calle Real Santa Barbara CA £142 18 Jan - 19 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews) Room was great, I did not take advantage of the May amenities available as I was only in town for a few hours. Just needed a great place to sleep. Thanks so much! Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=16502&PinnedHotelID=16502&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633938969740) [See all 1,518 properties in The Funk Zone](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=17%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026®ionId=553248633938969740) 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. ## Check The Funk Zone hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248633938969740&startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17)[16 Jan - 17 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248633938969740&startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248633938969740&startDate=2026-01-17&endDate=2026-01-18)[17 Jan - 18 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248633938969740&startDate=2026-01-17&endDate=2026-01-18) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248633938969740&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026)[16 Jan - 18 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248633938969740&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around The Funk Zone ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/d96088069d11db19af91bee67388dda3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lower State 5/5(2 area reviews) While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Paseo Nuevo Mall. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Lower-State.dx553248635976470304) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/4b9585a48356be65be68944c62168157.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Santa Barbara Beach 4.5/5(67 area reviews) Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Santa-Barbara-Beach.dx553248633938970005) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1fb14b660f9f4732fe62daf0de6f37a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Waterfront If you're spending some time in Waterfront, East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Waterfront.dx553248635976474580) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/34cf2b75249099eb8ddc2a001cd16336.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West Beach If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-West-Beach.dx553248635976474091) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/4b9585a48356be65be68944c62168157.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### East Beach 4.5/5(18 area reviews) East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-East-Beach.dx6323324) ![Santa Barbara featuring a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35638-Santa-Barbara.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic Downtown Santa Barbara The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Granada Theatre might round out your trip. 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