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Recommended hotels in Santa Barbara

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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1012)
"Great location and nice historic property beautifully restored."
United States
Lynette
$199 nightly
The price is $227
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Santa Barbara
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1008)
"Nicely remodeled motel with comfortable rooms in a great location near beach and restaurants."
United States
Greg
$106 nightly
The price is $121
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Total with taxes and fees
Marina Beach Motel
Reception
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, (955)
"Courteous front desk staff, fresh cookies in the afternoon and wine in lobby upon arrival."
United States
Deborah
$108 nightly
The price is $123
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Exterior
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1774)
"Everything was great, clean, good staff, great breakfast and good location "
United States
Maria
$132 nightly
The price is $151
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Total with taxes and fees
Inn By The Harbor
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1969)
"Hotel was nice and location was great."
Canada
Donald
$125 nightly
The price is $142
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Premier Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (122)
"Beautiful property . Clean and aesthetically appealing . Dog friendly had me sold ! "
United States
Sheryl
$177 nightly
The price is $202
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
Casa De La Vina
Exterior
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1166)
"Had a lovely stay. The location is awesome, it's clean and well-maintained. "
United States
Gillian
$115 nightly
The price is $131
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Lobby lounge
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, (350)
"The staff was wonderful. The room was nice and cozy and in a great location. The morning breakfast and afternoon cookies and wine were something to look forward to!"
United States
Candace
$132 nightly
The price is $150
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Total with taxes and fees
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Front of property
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1279)
"Pleasant staff, comfortable room, nice shower, safe area."
United States
Bruce
$125 nightly
The price is $143
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Total with taxes and fees
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | View from room
Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn

4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Wonderful stay. Beautiful facility and location. "
United States
Abbylin
$208 nightly
The price is $237
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Total with taxes and fees
Montecito Inn
View from property
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1096)
"Great place."
Canada
Mario
$189 nightly
The price is $215
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Total with taxes and fees
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Sports facility
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1009)
"Nice clean property, friendly staff, ample choices for breakfast. Great ambiance "
United States
Tapan
$173 nightly
The price is $201
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Front of property
The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Very nice hotel, I highly recommend it"
United States
Ewa
$170 nightly
The price is $193
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Total with taxes and fees
The Eagle Inn
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Room was great, bed comfy, nice and clean, and all of the staff were exceptional! "
United States
Debbie
$124 nightly
The price is $144
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Aerial view
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

3.0 star property
North State
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"Friendly staff, easy to get to, breakfast was great!"
United States
Eduardo
$149 nightly
The price is $170
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Executive Apartment, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Mountain View | Terrace/patio
Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera

4.0 star property
Laguna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (72)
"love staying here - will return."
United States
Mark
$189 nightly
The price is $215
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees
Casa Riviera
Premium Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace
Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin

2.5 star property
Laguna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (217)
"I will definitely be staying at this place again anytime I visit Santa Barbara."
United States
Stephanie
$170 nightly
The price is $194
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Total with taxes and fees
Casa Jardin
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1300)
"Nice location"
United States
Patricia
$146 nightly
The price is $167
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Total with taxes and fees
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Clean and renovated property with SB charm. Kitchenette was great! "
United States
Madeline
$155 nightly
The price is $177
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Total with taxes and fees
The Franciscan Hotel
Exterior detail
The Milo

The Milo

3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1478)
"I’ve stayed here many times and it was great as always. "
United States
Adam
$143 nightly
The price is $163
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Total with taxes and fees
The Milo
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Top Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room and friendly staff"
Jessie 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Hotel Santa Barbara

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Santa Barbara Hostels information

Number of reviews
19,781
Accommodation
3 Hostels
Lowest Price
$121
Highest Price
$237

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Santa Barbara?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your budget for fun things to do. You can enjoy activities like shopping, and the beaches create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in many shapes and sizes, but they all have three main qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social atmosphere, and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).
What are the best hostels in Santa Barbara?
Ready to book a hostel? These top picks get the best reviews from our customers and might be a good place to start looking: ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Santa Barbara Harbor. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as laundry facilities. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. Social Stays - You can take advantage of free WiFi and laundry facilities at this property. You'll find showers, hair dryers, and free WiFi in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Santa Barbara?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Barbara is 15 inches.
What is there to see and do in Santa Barbara?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might like to check out some places near Santa Barbara. Get out into nature with places like Leadbetter Beach, East Beach, and Arroyo Burro Beach. Cultural attractions include Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Arlington Theater, and Lobero Theater. Visit landmarks like Presidio Santa Barbara, Mission Santa Barbara, and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park.
What's the best way to get to and around Santa Barbara while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Santa Barbara on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), located 7.6 mi (12.2 km) away from the city center. Another option is Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), located 24.7 mi (39.7 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transit to get around. If you're looking to check out more of the surrounding area, make your way to Santa Barbara Station to hop on a train.

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