Find 5 Star Hotels in Santa Barbara Beach, CA from $210

Start date: Check-in selected.
To Date
End date: Check-out

  • Upfront pricing

    Our total price for your stay includes taxes and fees

  • Treat yourself

    Save 10% or more on over 100,000 hotels worldwide with Member Prices
    Learn about One Key

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check availability on Santa Barbara Beach 5 Star Hotels

Our top choices for Santa Barbara Beach 5-star hotels

3 outdoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
Goleta
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"A real treat to stay here! The staff, food, amenities were all top notch!"
United States
Lori
$509 nightly
The price is $572
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Total with taxes and fees
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine
El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (532)
"Magnificent property. Wonderful amenities. Would love to stay again."
United States
Valerie
$570 nightly
The price is $650
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

5.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (927)
"Spotless rooms and the beds were AMAZING"
United States
Jill
$707 nightly
The price is $808
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Californian
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar
Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach

5.0 star property
Montecito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (292)
"One of the best properties I’ve stayed at. Beautiful and clean . Service is excellent. "
United States
Karina
$1,530 nightly
The price is $1,778
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Garden
Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn

5.0 star property
Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (688)
"Such a cute spot, staff was friendly and helpful. They have a pretty good happy hour wine and snacks. Breakfast looks really good but we got up too early to make it each morning since it's served at 8am. About 1.5 miles from downtown. We would definitely stay here again. "
United States
annie
$399 nightly
The price is $456
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Simpson House Inn
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine
Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
Montecito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (656)
"we had an unfortunate experience with insects. property was neautiful as usual and staff was very acomodating."
United States
Anonymous traveler
Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free

Explore similar 4-star hotels

Many 4-star hotels have the same amenities as 5-star hotels. See all 4-star hotels in Santa Barbara Beach.
Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

901 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
$255 nightly
The price is $291 total per night from Jan 7 to Jan 8
$291 total
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Still don't see what you're looking for?
See all properties in Santa Barbara Beach.
You can also use these popular filters to refine your search.
PoolSpaHot tubBreakfast includedWaterpark
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.

Top Santa Barbara Beach Hotel Reviews

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely stay at this beautiful and perfectly located property!"
Lauren 2-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
Hotel Californian

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 5-star hotels in Santa Barbara Beach?
Get the indulgent experience at Hotel Californian, El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara and Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara. These are among the 5-star retreats around the Santa Barbara neighborhood of Santa Barbara Beach that are rated highest by Expedia guests.
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in Santa Barbara Beach?
There are a range of pricing options for 5-star hotels in Santa Barbara Beach on Expedia. The amount you pay will depend on when you travel, trip length and other factors. Compare all of the available properties for your chosen dates and use our pricing and other filters to score the perfect high-end stay.

  • Search for the lowest price per night from $210

What makes a hotel 5 stars in Santa Barbara Beach?
From high-end dining venues and 24/7 fitness centers to swimming pools and superior bedding, the 5-star experience in Santa Barbara Beach is all about luxury and relaxation. But it calls for more than just upscale conveniences to receive a 5-star rating. Stays must also provide superior services like massage treatments, dry cleaning and laundry and concierge services.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia