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Beachside Inn, hotel in Santa Barbara

Located across the street from the Santa Barbara Harbor and a 5 minutes' walk from the beach, this hotel offers a year-round outdoor pool and complimentary parking.

The rooms were spacious and clean but basic.
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
2,907 reviews
Price fromSEK 2,757.79per night
Cabrillo Inn at the Beach, hotel in Santa Barbara

Located directly across from the beach, this Santa Barbara hotel offers a heated outdoor pool and free WiFi. The Zoological Gardens are a short walk away.

This is a hotel located just across the street from the beach and it is very affordable! It has a retro charm - it's clean, quiet, and everything was comfortable. You can walk to restaurants and there is a heated pool! It doesn't have all the latest updates or a bunch of frills - but it is more than comfortable. Fans are included in each room and the rooms are very clean and comfortable.
7.3
Scored 7.3
Good
Rated good
1,491 reviews
Price fromSEK 1,716.51per night
Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara, hotel in Santa Barbara

Located 6.4 km from Arroyo Burro Beach Country Park, this hotel in Santa Barbara, California offers an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness centre.

Comfortable accommodation with good breakfast. Everything as described. Parking possible for free. Recommended.
7.4
Scored 7.4
Good
Rated good
1,146 reviews
Price fromSEK 1,791.39per night
The Upham Hotel, hotel in Santa Barbara

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.

Location was excellent, a quiet side road at the heart of downtown Santa Barbara. Lovely surroundings within a small complex of colonial houses.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
419 reviews
Price fromSEK 3,246.14per night
Santa Barbara Inn, hotel in Santa Barbara

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, the Santa Barbara Inn is situated in Santa Barbara, 2 minutes' walk from the beach.

The room
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
610 reviews
Price fromSEK 3,673.36per night
Hotel Santa Barbara, hotel in Santa Barbara

This hotel is within 3.2 km of the Santa Barbara Zoo and Leadbetter Beach and Park. We offer complimentary Wi-Fi and a Starbucks Coffee shop right outside our doors.

Great Location, Nice staff, Great Gym
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
786 reviews
Price fromSEK 2,777.36per night
Simpson House Inn, hotel in Santa Barbara

Built in 1874, this Victorian bed and breakfast is surrounded by lush landscaped gardens and 3 blocks of city parks. It features gourmet breakfast and evening wine tastings.

Lovely historic house.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
238 reviews
Price fromSEK 4,326.85per night
Hotel Californian, hotel in Santa Barbara

Located next to the Funk Zone in Santa Barbara, the Hotel Californian is just steps from the beach and features an outdoor pool.

The bed was incredible.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
232 reviews
Price fromSEK 7,905.89per night
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, hotel in Santa Barbara

This Santa Barbara beachfront resort offers an outdoor pool with a poolside lounge. Sterns Wharf and State Street shops’ is 5 minutes’ drive away.

Great location near the beach. Great Pool. Incredible breakfast
7.3
Scored 7.3
Good
Rated good
432 reviews
Price fromSEK 2,908.61per night
Riviera Beach House, hotel in Santa Barbara

This contemporary hotel is just 5 minutes’ walk to Stearns Wharf and the Santa Barbara beachfront. Free Wi-Fi is provided. All rooms include plush bathrobes in the en suite European-style bathrooms.

It was fantastic!!!!!
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very good
Rated very good
265 reviews
Price fromSEK 2,967.60per night
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Santa Barbara's best hotels with breakfast

  • Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 284 reviews

    Well situated in the West Beach district of Santa Barbara, Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is situated 1.1 km from Leadbetter Beach, 1.1 km from East Beach and 17 km from...

    lovely little home away from home, nice breakfast

  • Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 274 reviews

    Set in Santa Barbara, Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta is 16 km from Antioch College and offers facilities like an outdoor pool.

    friendly staff big rooms very comfy beds free parking

  • The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 116 reviews

    Situated in a lush grove of trees off Highway 101, this all suites hotel features an outdoor pool and hot tub in a garden setting. Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is 5 minutes’ drive away.

    It is a beautiful resort and the staff was wonderful!

  • Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 587 reviews

    This hotel is 8 miles from downtown Santa Barbara and within 5 minutes' drive of the University of California-Santa Barbara. The hotel offers an airport shuttle and free WiFi.

    Very comfortable, excellent value and helpful staff.

  • Inn by the Harbor
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 609 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.

    nice and cozy rooms - also the outside facilities are made up really nice

  • Brisas Del Mar Inn at the Beach
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 382 reviews

    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.

    The lovely breakfast and afternoon treat of cheese and wine

  • Beachside Inn
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,907 reviews

    Located across the street from the Santa Barbara Harbor and a 5 minutes' walk from the beach, this hotel offers a year-round outdoor pool and complimentary parking.

    Everything except the pool , it was way to cold !!!

  • Villa Rosa Inn
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,560 reviews

    This small inn is located steps from the beach in Santa Barbara, California. The inn offers a free continental breakfast and free evening wine tasting with snacks.

    Amazing property and hospitality services. Great stay

Hotels located in the centre of Santa Barbara

  • Palihouse Santa Barbara
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 234 reviews

    Set in Santa Barbara, 2 km from East Beach, Palihouse Santa Barbara offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    great vibe, lovely staff and good central location

  • Santa Barbara Inn
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 610 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, the Santa Barbara Inn is situated in Santa Barbara, 2 minutes' walk from the beach.

    It was an amazing hotel huge rooms and great views

  • Circle Bar B Guest Ranch
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 57 reviews

    Located in Santa Barbara, 29 km from University of California, Santa Barbara, Circle Bar B Guest Ranch provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a...

    Great horse dude ranch experience! Perfect for a few nights

  • Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 165 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.

    Jasmine katy jamaru were really helpfull and efficient.

  • Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 103 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and hot tub, Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta is located in the Goleta district in Santa Barbara, next to University of California, Santa Barbara.Private parking...

    Very clean very comfortable. Nice staff great location.

  • De La Vina Inn
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 81 reviews

    Situated in Santa Barbara, 3.5 Km from Leadbetter Beach and 320 meters from State Street, De La Vina Inn features a secure self check-in system, accommodation with a shared lounge, free private...

    Beautiful historical building in a fantastic location

  • The Upham Hotel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 419 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.

    Everything went great. Breakfast and coffee were good too

  • Hotel Californian
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 232 reviews

    Located next to the Funk Zone in Santa Barbara, the Hotel Californian is just steps from the beach and features an outdoor pool.

    location. the room was beautiful and the staff was great

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What guests said about Santa Barbara:

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    We loved the old mission and spend a lot of time in the...

    We loved the old mission and spend a lot of time in the hotel. I didn‘t like the pier. Everywhere were cars and parking lots instead of nice sitting opportunities. there were a lot of homeless people, too.
    Anja
    Germany
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Santa Barbara was absolutely beautiful!!!

    Santa Barbara was absolutely beautiful!!! It was really lush and green there! The wildflowers were blooming everywhere! The mountains and hills were super lush and green and very beautiful! The Botanical Gardens are incredible and are filled with poppies and wildflowers! The Mission, Courthouse, State Street, Stearns Wharf, and Alice Peck Park are all amazing places to visit! The weather was a perfect 73 degrees for most of my trip, until the last day. The people were all very nice and pleasant to deal with. Brophy's, at the Harbor has the best fish and chips that I have ever had!! There were some whales right off of the Harbor that I was privileged to see! There was also an awesome feeding frenzy that brought in hundreds of pelicans and cormorants to dive into the water at the same time!! It was phenomenal to watch. People who have lived in Santa Barbara all of their lives have never seen anything like it!!! It was an absolutely amazing trip!
    Lori
    United States
  • 10
    Scored 10

    It is so beautiful there, it has energy

    It is so beautiful there, it has energy & offers many types of activities & a plethora of restaurants, shops, night life, spas, zoo, museums & the beach. Go, visit - it's worth it!
    Kris
    United States
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    We visited in February when unknown to us was the film...

    We visited in February when unknown to us was the film festival, the weather was perfect, town seemed quiet even with film festival which was a bonus, still able to grab tickets. Plenty of restaurants to choose from, lots with outdoor eating with patio heaters. We enjoyed the SB Whale watching trip we did, small exclusive boat made us feel VIPs and saw plenty of humpback whales. Easy to walk around the town, but also easy to drive and explore neighbouring Montecito
    Sarah-Jane Parker
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Great place to visit, especially with wonderful weather.

    Great place to visit, especially with wonderful weather. For seafood, Lure is amazing!!! Chad's and Cajun Kitchen are great breakfast spots. If you are there on Sunday, see the Art/Craft Market at the Beach. Lots of amazing stuff and all the vendors are so friendly. Also, a huge recommendation to Olive Hill Farms in Los Olivos. Great place for oils and vinegars.
    Kathleen
    United States
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Loved the beautiful landscaping and architecture everywhere.

    Loved the beautiful landscaping and architecture everywhere. Clean city and easy to navigate while driving but MapQuest misguided me numerous times. Excellent ethnic food restaurants. Lots of choices. I’m recommending “Meet Up” Chinese, “Your Place” Thai and “Masala Spice” Indian foods. Meet Up was first place I’ve ever been served by a robot!!!! Very cool!
    Cynthia
    United States

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Santa Barbara

  • From SEK 2,068.35 per night
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,515 reviews
    The room was large. The bed and especially the pillows were first class. Would have been 10/10 but I just didn't like the bathroom (it was large and useful, but felt bleak and cold). The hotel restaurant is fantastic. No need to venture out when staying at the Lemon Tree Inn. Two nights there, two fantastic meals. I recommend the Calamari especially, the best I have ever tasted.
    Colin
    United Kingdom
  • From SEK 3,624.20 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 639 reviews
    As we arrived Peter welcomed us. This guy is a legend - one of the funniest and kindest people i met in the US. No Joke, a 10/10! We stayed one night and he uprgradet us to a room with whirlpool. The Hotel is very near to the centre (State St.) - maybe 10min walking. A nice hotel to stay in for visiting Santa Barbara.
    Amir
    Austria
  • From SEK 4,238.76 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,378 reviews
    Excellent stay at this property. Very clean, nicely decorated, convenient wet bar with everything you need for a short stay. Huge refrigerator, utensils and lot of space. Best location near beach area and short walk to SB downtown. Best value, would love to be back again and again.
    Andy
    United States
  • From SEK 1,688.22 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,806 reviews
    This is a great hotel located between downtown Santa Barbara and Goleta. The staff was great the room was updated and clean the the bed was comfortable. They have a pool area and many places on the property to sit and hang out and relax. Overall a great experience!
    Steve
    United States
  • From SEK 3,554.95 per night
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,163 reviews
    There is no breakfast at Hotel Milo. The room had a little balcony outside which was great for meeting up with friends before dinner. The location is right on the beach a short walk to all restaurants shopping etc. The pool and jacuzzi were great
    Andrea
    New Zealand
  • From SEK 3,759.20 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,907 reviews
    Breakfast was excellent, lots of choice. The location, while not exactly on the beach, is well situated for seeing downtown Santa Barbara. Room was huge and well appointed. They are planning on renovations, so be prepared for higher prices!
    DeeDee
    France
  • From SEK 3,366.36 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 419 reviews
    The hotel is a beautiful old building in a fantastic neighborhood location in Santa Barbara. It is an easy walk to State Street for all the dining and shopping options in the main part of town. The property and gardens were very pretty.
    ItsFletchBro
    United States
  • From SEK 3,364.12 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,093 reviews
    High Class hotel with a throw back feel. The staff is 2nd to none. Housekeeping staff is the best I have encountered anywhere. Amenities and service make me want to come back. The location is ideal for a pleasant stay in Santa Barbara.
    Thomas
    United States
  • From SEK 3,840.75 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,099 reviews
    Location by marina is superb. Restaurants just around corner. Rooms are very comfortable and customer service was excellent (special mention to John). For the area reasonable price, Santa Barbara is never going to be cheap.
    richard
    United Kingdom
  • From SEK 2,878.47 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,779 reviews
    The architecture of the hotel fits nicely into the post colonial architecture of Santa Barbara. The rooms are standard, but there’s nothing to complain about them. the staff is friendly. The lobby facilities are good.
    Michal
    Belgium
  • From SEK 1,911.61 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,105 reviews
    Location was great, very close to downtown Santa Barbara. Reception was welcoming and they accommodated our request. Motel area was quite clean and easy to get to. Room and bed were comfortable. Onsite parking a plus.
    Angel
    United States
  • From SEK 3,680.68 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,323 reviews
    Amazing hotel near the beach and state street. So clean, friendly staff and amazing rooms! We loved it here and would absolutely stay again. Also, lots of parking!!
    Nicola
    United Kingdom
  • From SEK 2,257.53 per night
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,491 reviews
    The location is a 25 minute walk from Stearns wharf, then you can walk down to State street where the downtown Santa Barbara area is. Or an 8 min drive
    Joselin
    United States
  • From SEK 3,535.42 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 265 reviews
    Excellent location on State Street, near the beach and adjacent to the Amtrak train station. The reception area was always stocked with tea and fruit.
    Michael
    United States
  • From SEK 3,759.20 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,907 reviews
    Location and staff were great. The 'hotel' was an upgraded Motel but beautifully done. Plenty of parking and right by the Santa Barbara Pier.
    james
    United Kingdom
  • From SEK 2,878.47 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,779 reviews
    Everything about the process seemed smooth and enjoyable. And enjoyed that the hotel was close to downtown Santa Barbara.
    A
    Angel
    United States
  • 7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 836 reviews
    Simple hotel, reception staff was lovely. Breakfast great for this hotel. Good location to drive into Santa barbara
    Kelly
    United Kingdom
  • From SEK 2,125.33 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,000 reviews
    Location was good…near the beach. Appeared that the Inn had been renovated not too long ago. Funky style but nice.
    A
    Andrea
    Canada
  • From SEK 2,116.83 per night
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,276 reviews
    Great location near downtown Santa Barbara. Felt very safe. Rooms recently redone. Bathroom was clean.
    Jacob
    United States

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