Hotels in Santa Barbara

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Inn By The Harbor
Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1821)
The price is CNY1,171
CNY1,338 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Inn By The Harbor
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Hotel Californian

5.0 star property
Santa Barbara
9.2/10Wonderful (930 reviews)
10% off
Price is CNY5,227
CNY12,658 total
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Californian

Budget hotels in Santa Barbara and vicinity

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ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (174)
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
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Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (969)
The price is CNY813
CNY926 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
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Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
The price is CNY1,268
CNY1,740 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Montecito Inn
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Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (969)
The price is CNY813
CNY926 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
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When is the best time to visit Santa Barbara?

Our prices for hotels in Santa Barbara are cheapest in January
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Top neighborhoods in Santa Barbara

Montecito

Celebrity-favored Montecito offers backcountry hiking trails and attractions like Lotusland and El Fureidis. Easily accessible via State Route 192 and the U.S. 101 Freeway, it's well-connected to Santa Barbara County.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara's Santa Barbara Beach neighborhood is known for its beaches and waterfront, and entices visitors with attractions including Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

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Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

Downtown Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara's Downtown Santa Barbara neighborhood is known for its restaurants and beaches, and entices visitors with attractions including Lobero Theater and Paseo Nuevo Mall.

West Beach

Santa Barbara's West Beach neighborhood has a host of places to visit such as Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum.

The Mesa

Santa Barbara's The Mesa neighborhood is home to attractions such as Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

Top landmarks in Santa Barbara

Giraffe

Santa Barbara Zoo

4.4/5 (660 reviews)
It's feeding time at the zoo! If you want to be reminded of some of the great animals our world is home to, you might want to pay a trip to Santa Barbara Zoo, located 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from central Santa Barbara. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at Santa Barbara Zoo, you'll love Earl Warren Showgrounds and Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, both located nearby.
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Starting off a great day of fishing with a beautiful #sunrise over the Santa Barbara Harbor #adventure #ocean #California
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Santa Barbara Harbor

4.5/5 (615 reviews)
You can stroll along Santa Barbara Harbor for relaxing water views when you're in Santa Barbara Beach. If you carry on walking you'll get to Stearns Wharf, Leadbetter Beach, and West Beach for some more water views.
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Santa Barbara and related destinations

Red-tiled roofs and whitewashed buildings create a Mediterranean fantasy along America's Riviera. The historic Mission Santa Barbara stands as a testament to Spanish influence, while the County Courthouse offers panoramic views from its clock tower. Kayak along the palm-fringed coastline or sample local vintages at beachfront tasting rooms where pourers know every vineyard by name. The Funk Zone's converted warehouses house artisan shops and hip eateries between State Street and the shore. Leadbetter Beach attracts sunbathers while East Beach hosts serious volleyball players on permanent courts. After exploring the compact zoo, catch a performance at the Granada or Arlington Theatre, where golden-age Hollywood glamour lives on in every ornate detail.

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

Check out reviews of Santa Barbara hotels guests love

El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely resort with beautiful grounds"
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Posted 23 hours ago
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a hotel room cost in Santa Barbara?
You can find top hotels in Santa Barbara from CNY828 with options to suit your budget and needs. Castillo Inn at the Beach and ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel are a couple of affordable hotels popular with our travelers. To find an affordable hotel in Santa Barbara that meets all of your requirements, just apply filters on Hotels.com and sort hotels by "Price: low to high".
How can I find deals and earn rewards at Santa Barbara hotels?
Discover great deals on Santa Barbara hotel stays with Hotels.com. It's also a good idea to look at hotel prices mid-week or during the low season as you're likely to find off-peak deals. If you're up for a spontaneous trip, don't forget to check out our last-minute deals on Santa Barbara hotels.
Can I book Santa Barbara hotels with free cancellation?
It's easy to book a refundable Santa Barbara hotel on Hotels.com. Simply filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property". Many hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel. Some hotels do require cancelling more than 24 hours before check-in, so double-check your booking beforehand.
What are the top-rated luxury hotels in Santa Barbara?
Some of the most popular luxury hotels in Santa Barbara are Hotel Californian, Simpson House Inn, and Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara. Hotel Californian is a luxury hotel with a high guest rating amongst our travelers, and it offers an outdoor pool, a full-service spa and private wine tours. Simpson House Inn and Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara are also popular luxury stays in great Santa Barbara locations.
What are some of the best Santa Barbara beach hotels?
For a beachy vacation in Santa Barbara, Butterfly Beach, Miramar Beach, and Leadbetter Beach are some of the best places to visit. Stay at a top-rated Santa Barbara beach hotel and make the most of your vacation. Check out Harbor View Inn in Santa Barbara Beach if you're after a hotel that's near the water. With a beachfront setting plus an outdoor pool and a children's pool, our travelers rate it highly at 9.2 out of 10. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel is another great choice for a relaxing beach vacation in Santa Barbara Beach. Located near the beach, this hotel has an outdoor pool and a free continental breakfast along with a variety of other amenities to enjoy, and our travelers rate it 9.4. If you're venturing to Santa Barbara Beach, Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is another ideal choice. Travelers love the beach nearby plus the outdoor pool and terrace, and it has a guest rating of 8.6.
What are some top pet-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara?
Our travelers' top pet-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara include:You can also use the "Amenities" filter in your search on Hotels.com and check "Pet friendly" to discover more pet-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara.
What are some of the best hotels in Santa Barbara for couples?
Stay at a top-rated Santa Barbara romantic hotel and make the most of your couple's vacation. Our travelers love Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara, a hotel in Montecito with a beach as well as in-room massages. Another romantic hotel with top reviews is El Encanto Santa Barbara. This hotel offers an ocean-view restaurant and an outdoor pool for a perfect stay. Use the "Traveler experience" filter in your search and select "Adults only" or "Romantic" to find even more hotels in Santa Barbara for couples on Hotels.com.
What are some of the best kid-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara?
Some of the most well reviewed Santa Barbara hotels for kids include Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach, Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara, and El Encanto Santa Barbara. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach is a kid-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara Beach with a guest score of 9.4 out of 10, offering family-friendly amenities like an outdoor pool and a hot tub, plus free cribs in guestrooms. Check out Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara in Montecito with a guest score of 9.4. This popular hotel has a beach and free supervised activities for children, as well as free cribs in the guestrooms. El Encanto Santa Barbara is another good option with an outdoor pool and children's meals, plus free cribs in the guestrooms. Find even more kid-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara by using our "Family friendly" filter on Hotels.com when you search.
What are the top Santa Barbara hotels with a pool?
For a little extra luxury, discover some of the best Santa Barbara hotels with a pool. Lavender Inn by the Sea is a great hotel in Santa Barbara Beach with an outdoor pool and a guest rating of 9.2 out of 10. Plus, you can make the most of its free continental breakfast and free parking. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel is a popular hotel in Santa Barbara Beach that features an outdoor pool along with a beach (direct access) and a free continental breakfast. To find more stays in Santa Barbara with a pool, use the "Amenities" filter on Hotels.com in your search and select "Pool".
What are some of the best Santa Barbara hotels with free parking?
If you're exploring by car, finding a great Santa Barbara hotel with free parking is a win. Our travelers' favorites include:
  • Beachside Inn: A hotel in Santa Barbara Beach with an average guest rating of 9 out of 10
  • La Playa Inn: A hotel in Santa Barbara Beach with an average guest rating of 9.6
  • Marina Beach Motel: A motel in Santa Barbara Beach with an average guest rating of 9.8
What are the top Santa Barbara boutique hotels?
Treat yourself to a stylish and luxurious boutique hotel in Santa Barbara. El Encanto Santa Barbara is a popular hotel with our travelers, offering guests an outdoor pool and a full-service spa as well as individually decorated guestrooms with streaming services and late-night room service. Another top-rated boutique property is Palihouse Santa Barbara. Located in Laguna, this upscale property has an outdoor pool and a restaurant along with individually decorated guestrooms with balconies/patios and fireplaces.
What are some popular hotels in central Santa Barbara?
For hotels in central Santa Barbara, check out Santa Barbara Inn and Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel. Travelers love Santa Barbara Inn for its location, as well as the outdoor pool, ocean-view restaurant and bar/lounge this hotel offers. Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is another popular central motel with an outdoor pool, free parking and a terrace. When you stay at one of these central hotels, you'll be in easy reach of top sights including Santa Barbara Zoo. Montecito and Santa Barbara Beach are some of the most central neighborhoods for your Santa Barbara vacation.

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