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La Playa Inn Santa Barbara

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

The Pacific Ocean is less than 5 minutes’ walk from this Santa Barbara property. Continental breakfast and free WiFi are provided. A refrigerator is included in each room.

S
Seungah
From
South Korea
This place is a truly perfect hotel. The location, the bed linens (they were so soft I wanted to buy a set), and the breakfast were all wonderful. We’re definitely planning to visit again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,313 reviews
Price from
$265.05
1 night, 2 adults

Marina Beach Motel

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

This Santa Barbara Motel, 15 minutes’ drive from the University of California Santa Barbara, offers a complimentary daily breakfast buffet and free bicycles to its guests during their stay.

G
Geraldine
From
France
Everything. The rooms, the location, the staff, the breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,203 reviews
Price from
$204.49
1 night, 2 adults

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Hotel in Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail, Santa Barbara

Located in Santa Barbara, 1.4 miles from East Beach, Palihouse Santa Barbara has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a garden.

J
Judith
From
Germany
Absolutely sweet and stylish boutique hotel. Focus on detail in design. Neighborhood walkable, in particular State Street.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 209 reviews
Price from
$450
1 night, 2 adults

Brisas Del Mar Inn at the Beach

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

This Santa Barbara hotel is 2 blocks from the many beaches and yacht harbor. The Mediterranean-style hotel features a fountain, free bike rentals, and an expanded continental breakfast every morning.

g
galya
From
Israel
Hugh bed, great service and a very clean room. The entire place is beautiful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 368 reviews
Price from
$263.83
1 night, 2 adults

The Eagle Inn

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

Located 10 minutes’ walk from Central Santa Barbara, this hotel serves daily hot breakfast with egg dishes and organic fruit. All unique guest rooms offer free Wi-Fi. Free guest parking is available....

A
Anna
From
Netherlands
Everything! Staff was super friendly and helpful, breakfast was delicious and the room was very comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 597 reviews
Price from
$408
1 night, 2 adults

Circle Bar B Guest Ranch

Hotel in Santa Barbara

Located in Santa Barbara, 18 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara, Circle Bar B Guest Ranch provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge...

J
Justine
From
Australia
Absolutely outstanding customer service at the hotel as well as the stables. Everything felt peaceful and luxurious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews
Price from
$534.75
1 night, 2 adults

El Encanto Santa Barbara

Hotel in Santa Barbara

Perched above the Pacific with sweeping ocean vistas, El Encanto is a serene boutique retreat just five minutes from central Santa Barbara.

J
Jerry
From
United States
Annual visit with wife for birthday
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews
Price from
$725
1 night, 2 adults

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

Located in Santa Barbara, a 3-minute walk from West Beach, Castillo Inn at the Beach provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

A
Adrian
From
Panama
Very comfortable with a lot of space. Close to restaurants and bars in SB.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,252 reviews
Price from
$140
1 night, 2 adults

Mason Beach Inn

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

Less than 5 minutes' walk from the beach, this Santa Barbara inn features an outdoor heated pool and a hot tub. All guestrooms offer free WiFi.

E
Ezra Leese
From
United Kingdom
Staff were friendly every time we spoke, free tea, coffee & hot chocolate stuff in the reception also. Room looked great and was clean. Pool was open till late which was cool. Location wise, very close to the beach and not much of a walk to the down town area too. Was a last minute stop off in a road trip, me and my cousin were gutted we had too leave so soon. Was good for parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,063 reviews
Price from
$274.55
1 night, 2 adults

Harbor View Inn

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

Offering an outdoor pool and hot tub, this Santa Barbara hotel is less than 5 minutes’ walk from Stearn’s Wharf. Guests can enjoy a full service spa experience at Spa Beaumontia, located on-site.

C
Christina
From
India
Love the access to the beach and State Street.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,626 reviews
Price from
$275
1 night, 2 adults
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La Playa Inn Santa Barbara

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

The Pacific Ocean is less than 5 minutes’ walk from this Santa Barbara property. Continental breakfast and free WiFi are provided. A refrigerator is included in each room.

S
Seungah
From
South Korea
This place is a truly perfect hotel. The location, the bed linens (they were so soft I wanted to buy a set), and the breakfast were all wonderful. We’re definitely planning to visit again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,313 reviews
Price from
$265.05
1 night, 2 adults

Marina Beach Motel

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

This Santa Barbara Motel, 15 minutes’ drive from the University of California Santa Barbara, offers a complimentary daily breakfast buffet and free bicycles to its guests during their stay.

G
Geraldine
From
France
Everything. The rooms, the location, the staff, the breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,203 reviews
Price from
$204.49
1 night, 2 adults

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Hotel in Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail, Santa Barbara

Located in Santa Barbara, 1.4 miles from East Beach, Palihouse Santa Barbara has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a garden.

J
Judith
From
Germany
Absolutely sweet and stylish boutique hotel. Focus on detail in design. Neighborhood walkable, in particular State Street.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 209 reviews
Price from
$450
1 night, 2 adults

Brisas Del Mar Inn at the Beach

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

This Santa Barbara hotel is 2 blocks from the many beaches and yacht harbor. The Mediterranean-style hotel features a fountain, free bike rentals, and an expanded continental breakfast every morning.

g
galya
From
Israel
Hugh bed, great service and a very clean room. The entire place is beautiful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 368 reviews
Price from
$263.83
1 night, 2 adults

The Eagle Inn

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

Located 10 minutes’ walk from Central Santa Barbara, this hotel serves daily hot breakfast with egg dishes and organic fruit. All unique guest rooms offer free Wi-Fi. Free guest parking is available....

A
Anna
From
Netherlands
Everything! Staff was super friendly and helpful, breakfast was delicious and the room was very comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 597 reviews
Price from
$408
1 night, 2 adults

Circle Bar B Guest Ranch

Hotel in Santa Barbara

Located in Santa Barbara, 18 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara, Circle Bar B Guest Ranch provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge...

J
Justine
From
Australia
Absolutely outstanding customer service at the hotel as well as the stables. Everything felt peaceful and luxurious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews
Price from
$534.75
1 night, 2 adults

El Encanto Santa Barbara

Hotel in Santa Barbara

Perched above the Pacific with sweeping ocean vistas, El Encanto is a serene boutique retreat just five minutes from central Santa Barbara.

J
Jerry
From
United States
Annual visit with wife for birthday
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews
Price from
$725
1 night, 2 adults

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

Located in Santa Barbara, a 3-minute walk from West Beach, Castillo Inn at the Beach provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

A
Adrian
From
Panama
Very comfortable with a lot of space. Close to restaurants and bars in SB.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,252 reviews
Price from
$140
1 night, 2 adults

Mason Beach Inn

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

Less than 5 minutes' walk from the beach, this Santa Barbara inn features an outdoor heated pool and a hot tub. All guestrooms offer free WiFi.

E
Ezra Leese
From
United Kingdom
Staff were friendly every time we spoke, free tea, coffee & hot chocolate stuff in the reception also. Room looked great and was clean. Pool was open till late which was cool. Location wise, very close to the beach and not much of a walk to the down town area too. Was a last minute stop off in a road trip, me and my cousin were gutted we had too leave so soon. Was good for parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,063 reviews
Price from
$274.55
1 night, 2 adults

Harbor View Inn

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

Offering an outdoor pool and hot tub, this Santa Barbara hotel is less than 5 minutes’ walk from Stearn’s Wharf. Guests can enjoy a full service spa experience at Spa Beaumontia, located on-site.

C
Christina
From
India
Love the access to the beach and State Street.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,626 reviews
Price from
$275
1 night, 2 adults
See all 203 hotels in Santa Barbara

Hotels with parking in Santa Barbara

Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,311 reviews
From $131.32 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,265 reviews
From $204.89 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,736 reviews
From $151.03 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,203 reviews
From $193.22 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 368 reviews
From $281.51 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 537 reviews
From $236.29 per night
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews
From $295.75 per night
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
From $333.79 per night
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 787 reviews
From $595.08 per night
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 319 reviews
From $261.46 per night

Most booked hotels in Santa Barbara and surrounding area in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,313 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,252 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,311 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 858 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,831 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Santa Barbara

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 787 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Santa Barbara

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,265 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,207 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,204 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,736 reviews

Best hotels with breakfast in Santa Barbara and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 203 reviews

Located 2 miles away from Old Mission Santa Barbara, this historic hotel serves a daily hot breakfast. It features guest rooms equipped with free WiFi. A 24-hour reception is available.

From $289.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews

Originally built in 1905, this quaint Santa Barbara B&B features individually decorated guest rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers spa and massage services and serves a daily buffet breakfast.

From $259.37 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews

In a prime location in the West Beach district of Santa Barbara, Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is located a 8-minute walk from West Beach, 11 miles from University of California,...

From $303.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 610 reviews

Located in Santa Barbara, a 4-minute walk from West Beach, ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel has accommodations with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

From $140.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 537 reviews

This Santa Barbara hotel is located a 10-minute walk from West Beach. The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool, free Wi-Fi and a daily continental breakfast.

From $236.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 262 reviews

This Santa Barbara inn is located next to Pershing Park and 2 blocks from the beach. The inn offers a daily continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi.

From $236.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 597 reviews

Located 10 minutes’ walk from Central Santa Barbara, this hotel serves daily hot breakfast with egg dishes and organic fruit. All unique guest rooms offer free Wi-Fi. Free guest parking is available.

From $244.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Just a few steps from West Beach and a 5-minute walk from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara, TIDE POOL VILLAS features accommodations in Santa Barbara, with an outdoor swimming pool, a terrace, and...

From $581.35 per night

Budget hotels in Santa Barbara and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

Attractively located in the center of Santa Barbara, Social Stays - Santa Barbara's FIRST hostel on State Street has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

From $104.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,768 reviews

This Santa Barbara, California hotel, located 2 miles from West Beach and the Pacific Ocean, features an outdoor pool with a cabana and sun deck. Orange Tree Inn offers cable TV and free Wi-Fi.

From $118.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 936 reviews

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara is located at 1.5 blocks from the waterfront and Stearn's Wharf. All guest rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi. A Pool is offered on-site.

From $132.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,831 reviews

Featuring a one acre tropical courtyard and an outdoor pool, this Santa Barbara hotel offers rooms with flat-screen cable TV. It is 1 mi from the Museum of Natural History.

From $125.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 588 reviews

Featuring free WiFi in all rooms, this Santa Barbara, California motel is 5 minutes’ drive from Santa Barbara Museum Of Natural History. UC Santa Barbara is 15 minutes’ drive away.

From $82.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,207 reviews

OFFICE HOURS 8:00AM - 10:00PM (22:00) NO CHECK IN BEFORE 8:00AM Located directly across from the beach, this Santa Barbara hotel offers a heated outdoor pool and free WiFi.

From $100.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,311 reviews

A very short walk from the beach, this pet-friendly Santa Barbara motel features an outdoor pool and modern guest rooms with cable TV. State Street is a 5-minute drive away.

From $131.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,641 reviews

Free Wi-Fi is provided at this 100% nonsmoking Santa Barbara motel. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool and garden. Earl Warren Showgrounds are 1 mi away. Rooms feature a TV and a seating area.

From $112.86 per night

Hotels located in the center of Santa Barbara

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews

This historic hotel in downtown Santa Barbara is a 5-minute drive to the beach and Stearns Wharf. It is surrounded by an acre of gardens. Guests can enjoy the property's free WiFi as well.

From $348.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

The Craft House Inn is a bed and breakfast featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Santa Barbara. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property.

From $348.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Santa Barbara Downtown district of Santa Barbara, Casa Castillo - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara is 10 miles from University of California, Santa...

From $305.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

Located 2 miles from Sterns Wharf. Free Wi-Fi in rooms is offered to all guests.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,907 reviews

Located 6 minutes’ drive from Stearns Wharf, this Santa Barbara hotel offers free parking to guests. It also features hypoallergenic bedding and amenities.

From $124.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Casa Riviera - Boutique Apartments in Downtown Santa Barbara provides accommodations within 0.6 miles of the center of Santa Barbara, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a...

From $389.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Casa Riviera - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara features accommodations within 0.6 miles of the center of Santa Barbara, with free Wifi and a kitchenette with a microwave, a toaster, and a...

From $258.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

A 16-minute walk from West Beach in the center of Santa Barbara, Ruth House Original Craftsman PETS, walk to State st. Offers accommodations with free Wifi and access to a garden.

From $764.81 per night

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What Guests Said About Santa Barbara:

8.0

It is good to visit once, it doesn't have a lot of things to...

It is good to visit once, it doesn't have a lot of things to do but it is relaxing and nice. The funk zone is really cool and you can spend a lot of time there. We also reserved a trolly tour which was really good.
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Anonymous
10

Santa Barbara is a beautiful small city on the coast with...

Santa Barbara is a beautiful small city on the coast with mountains behind. Good weather, walkable main street. Nearby Montecito and Summerland are lovely too. But accomodations are expensive throughout the area.
Guest review by
Sherry
United States
10

Santa Barbara feels like a bit of paradise right here on...

Santa Barbara feels like a bit of paradise right here on earth. Beautiful beaches, good restaurants, interesting history, and friendly folks. The local pool (Los Banos Del Mar) is really top notch! Walkable city.
Guest review by
MAGGIETEXT
United States
10

We enjoyed Santa Barbara as usual.

We enjoyed Santa Barbara as usual. We have been coming there once a year for about 10 years. We enjoyed the Trolley Tour, although we have had better guides. The one we had seemed to roll through all the sights where, during previous visits, we were able to get better photos, and saw more.
Guest review by
Anonymous
10

Santa Barbara is and has been a fun location to vacation in.

Santa Barbara is and has been a fun location to vacation in. The costs are high but there are extensive options for hotels and restaurants of all sorts. The scenery and beaches are top notch. A fun family area as well as a large variety of adult offerings.
Guest review by
Jan Pschak
United States
10

We went during Fiesta and what great timing on our part even...

We went during Fiesta and what great timing on our part even though we had no idea Of course we went to State St bc so much to see and do especially with the Fiesta activities We went to the beach Ate a couple of meals at the marina Also went to the Botanic Gardens
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Margo
United States

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From $181.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,106 reviews
What an absolute gem of a hotel - perfect positioned for both the beach and for enjoying State Street, the hub of Santa Barbara. Check in was easy and Ben, who was on the desk went over and above explaining the hotel and especially the area of SB. The room was really clean, VERY comfortable and well appointed - with GREAT coffee too. Free bike hire was an added bonus, as was the pool area, the fire pit - to be honest it was perfect!
Guest review by
Philip1960
United Kingdom
From $233.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,658 reviews
Really great hotel and fantastic location. Very chilled out, complimentary use of beach gear and bikes was a great touch as allowed us to explore the area and make best use of being next door to the beach. Being able to buy a bottle of wine and relax next to one of the many fire pits in the evening was the cherry on top.
Guest review by
Ian
United Kingdom
From $135.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,217 reviews
Fine hotel in Santa Barbara. Good price for the location - a little on the older side but not a big deal. Very close to everything you need.
Guest review by
Garrick
United States
From $244.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 597 reviews
Good location. Able to walk to the beach, downtown and the harbour areas. Lovely boutique hotel.
Guest review by
Nicola
United Kingdom
From $595.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 787 reviews
Cosy Old hotel located centrally in Santa Barbara.
Guest review by
Daniel
Denmark