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Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing property and great service."
United States
jelica
$250 nightly
The price is $286
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Total with taxes and fees
Santa Barbara Inn

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,585 reviews)
"Great location, nice room and pool!"
United States
Natasha
$277 nightly
The price is $317
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Total with taxes and fees
The Milo

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice stay. Great location."
United States
brian
$306 nightly
The price is $349
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Total with taxes and fees
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Good location in downtown SB, good value! Parking available! Very friendly and helpful front desk staff. Will certainly stay again!"
United States
David
$176 nightly
The price is $200
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
The Upham Hotel

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (324 reviews)
"Great stay! Use the fire pits at night."
United States
Salina
$326 nightly
The price is $372
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Anthony
$260 nightly
The price is $296
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
Montecito Inn

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"It’s a great home base in a convenient downtown location"
United States
Lisa Ann
$431 nightly
The price is $492
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Total with taxes and fees
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
Laguna
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (230 reviews)
"Love this place, always a great stay."
United States
Teresa Gayle Dumas
$287 nightly
The price is $328
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Total with taxes and fees
Casa Riviera

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
$225 nightly
The price is $257
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Total with taxes and fees
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Laguna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (414 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel centrally located! My new favorite hotel in Santa Barbara!"
United States
Margo
$450 nightly
The price is $514
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Total with taxes and fees
Palihouse Santa Barbara

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (441 reviews)
"Great place to stay!!"
United States
Viviano
$266 nightly
The price is $303
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Total with taxes and fees
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (250 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel!"
United States
isabel
$269 nightly
The price is $307
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Total with taxes and fees
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Loved this hotel. Great location"
United States
Cayley
$298 nightly
The price is $341
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (180 reviews)
"The property was clean and the location was great."
United States
Mary
$303 nightly
The price is $345
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Casa De La Vina

Casa Iglesia

Casa Iglesia
4.5 star property
Oak Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Such a beautiful property!! The room was spacious and had everything we could’ve needed, the bed was so comfortable. Super easy check in / check out process. Would definitely stay here again"
United States
Monique
$233 nightly
The price is $266
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Casa Iglesia

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Home/room felt like home while our short stay away from home. Host was very helpful throughout our stay."
United States
Norma
$239 nightly
The price is $272
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Total with taxes and fees
The Craft House Inn

Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Really nice stay! Modern and very clean. I love how close we were to everything. Walking distance to shops, the harbor and restaurants. The hosts were very nice and the communication was excellent! We will definitely go back."
United States
Kelli
$389 nightly
The price is $443
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Total with taxes and fees
Casa Yano by The Beach

Tide Pool Villas

Tide Pool Villas
4.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
6.2 out of 10, (85 reviews)
"Great location. Walking distance to the pier, many eateries, Moxi museum. "
United States
Cynthia
$349 nightly
The price is $390
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Total with taxes and fees
Tide Pool Villas

Casa Castillo

Casa Castillo
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Amazing property!"
United States
David
$273 nightly
The price is $311
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Total with taxes and fees
Casa Castillo

Santa Barbara Luxury Beach Getaways

Santa Barbara Luxury Beach Getaways
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5 reviews)
"Was a little noisy but nice property"
United States
betty
Santa Barbara Luxury Beach Getaways
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Santa Barbara and related destinations

Nestled between mountains and sea, this Spanish-influenced coastal paradise offers wine tasting and red-tiled architecture along State Street. Rent bikes to explore the palm-lined waterfront, then catch sunset from Stearns Wharf where locals recommend the fresh seafood.

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Find out more about Santa Barbara

The get-go of any vacation gets started with picking a destination. Santa Barbara is a popular destination with guests because it offers so much to keep you entertained. Location is everything, but that accounts for more than the area you are flying into. When you want to make your future vacation especially memorable, it's all about where you lay your head at night.

Properties as Stunning as Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara saw hundreds of out-of-towners this past year, and our review section provides several tips and tricks to help you select the accommodation that is optimal for your stay. With lodgings that have been given an overall rating of 4.5, you know your time here will be all that you have been dreaming. The personnel at these accommodations realize it begins with the initial impression. You will be welcomed by modern facilities and immaculately kept grounds. This attention to even the smallest detail earned them a score of 4.5. Santa Barbara has dozens of fantastic hotels that offer the perfect holiday.

The focus on every detail doesn't end with solely the grounds. You'll find your room is an oasis from all your concerns as every room awards you with the utmost in comfort. The indulgences do not end at the bedroom. With a service rating of five stars, you can rest assured that you will be in great hands. With all they provide visitors, it's clear why 100% endorsed staying here!

Reserve a 4-Star Hotel in Santa Barbara Today!

Your getaway to Santa Barbara should be one that you'll recollect for years to come, and reserving a 4-star hotel will help create memories that are nothing but fabulous. With such impressive places to stay in The American Riviera, it'll be easy to find the right fit through Expedia.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 4-star hotels in Santa Barbara?
Look forward to 4-star hotel comfort at Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel. Ranked highly by many of our guests, it comes with a rooftop terrace and a terrace. Also take a look at The Upham Hotel. Concierge services and a pillowtop mattress make this escape another leading pick in Santa Barbara.
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in Santa Barbara?
If you decide to vacation at a 4-star hotel in Santa Barbara, you'll typically find lots of conveniences to ensure you're relaxed, such as a restaurant, pool and gym. You can experience excellent service and deluxe accommodations. Choose a 5-star hotel and you'll have access to a few extra perks — think on-site spas, 24-hour front desk and opulent turndown services. You'll most likely get extra amenities and exclusive services at a 5-star stay, though both are terrific options for luxury travelers.

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