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El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara

El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
800 Alvarado Place, Santa Barbara, CA
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The price is $605 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 5
Dine with a backdrop of ocean views and stroll along sandy beaches at El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara. 2 restaurants, a spa, and an outdoor pool are ...
4.7/5 Exceptional! (420 reviews)
"Outstanding rooms. Free Shuttle transportation was great to downtown restaurants (tip the driver). Dining room had fantastic food selections. Great views of the ocean and sunset skies."

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2021

El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
433 Corona Del Mar Drive, Santa Barbara, CA
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The price is $155 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 5
Enjoy ocean views and sandy beaches when booking a stay at Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara. Top amenities include an outdoor pool, luxury bedding, and premium ...
4.7/5 Exceptional! (649 reviews)
"It is not a "hotel" as the name says, but a motel. For a motel it is good, but they charge as a hotel."

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2021

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
1260 Channel Dr, Santa Barbara, CA
Enjoy oceanfront dining and catch some rays on sandy beaches at Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara. Top amenities include 2 outdoor pools, 3 restaurants, ...
4.6/5 Exceptional! (658 reviews)
"we had an unfortunate experience with insects. property was neautiful as usual and staff was very acomodating."

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2020

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara
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Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach

2.5 out of 5
22 Castillo St., Santa Barbara, CA
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The price is $99 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 5
Wake up to the sounds of the ocean lapping a white sand beach when staying at Castillo Inn at the Beach. Some of the amenities include premium TV channels, free ...
4.6/5 Wonderful! (1,270 reviews)
"Close to beach"

Reviewed on Nov 22, 2021

Castillo Inn at the Beach
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3 out of 5
306 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
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The price is $179 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 15
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel is a hotel in Santa Barbara with ocean views where you can enjoy direct beach access. Top amenities include an outdoor pool, luxury ...
4.5/5 Wonderful! (988 reviews)
"Perfect location walking distance to plenty. Room was clean and we appreciated the mini-fridge and bathrobes in the room. The pool was heated with plenty of lounge chairs and the hot tub was wonderful. All of the staff we encountered were friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2021

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

4 out of 5
901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
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The price is $279 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 5
Dine with ocean views and relax in the pool at Santa Barbara Inn. Some of the top amenities include an outdoor pool, luxury bedding, and a ballroom. This hotel ...
4.5/5 Wonderful! (979 reviews)
"Excellent location and amenities."

Reviewed on Nov 18, 2021

Santa Barbara Inn
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 out of 5
206 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
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The price is $186 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 5
Lavender Inn by the Sea is a hotel in Santa Barbara with oceanfront views. Some of the fantastic amenities include an outdoor pool and premium TV channels. This ...
4.5/5 Wonderful! (937 reviews)
"We found our stay enjoyable and the amenities and staff helpful and friendly. We would stay again when in Santa Barbara."

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2021

Lavender Inn by the Sea
Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel

Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel

4 out of 5
31 W Carrillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
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The price is $352 per night from Dec 16 to Dec 16
Enjoy ocean views and sandy beaches when booking a stay at Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel. Some fantastic amenities include a rooftop terrace, an outdoor ...
4.5/5 Wonderful! (992 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and staff great food"

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2021

Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Property

4 out of 5
421 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, CA
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The price is $169 per night from Dec 8 to Dec 8
Ocean views await with a stay at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Property. Popular amenities include an outdoor pool and premium TV channels. This motel ...
4.4/5 Wonderful! (481 reviews)
"It was updated and clean."

Reviewed on Nov 28, 2021

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill

4 out of 5
2520 Lillie Avenue, Summerland, CA
The price is $295 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 5
Wake up to the sound of the ocean lapping a sandy beach when staying at Inn on Summer Hill. Popular amenities include luxury bedding and premium TV channels. ...
4.4/5 Wonderful! (219 reviews)
"Enjoyed the beach cottage architecture. Need to update bathrooms with more light."

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2021

Inn on Summer Hill
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
8301 Hollister Avenue, Goleta, CA
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The price is $709 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 5
Enjoy oceanfront dining and bask on sandy beaches at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara. Top amenities include 3 outdoor pools, 4 outdoor tennis courts, ...
4.3/5 Excellent! (994 reviews)
"Staff was excellent and property was beautiful."

Reviewed on Nov 28, 2021

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
1188 Coast Village Road, Santa Barbara, CA
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The price is $130 per night from Jan 3 to Jan 3
Wake up to the sound of the ocean lapping a sandy beach when staying at Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara. Some of the fantastic amenities include an outdoor ...
4.2/5 Very Good! (976 reviews)
Coast Village Inn
"We actually live in Montecito about 4 blocks away from Coast Village Inn. We needed to be out of our home x 4 days as we were having all the plumbing replaced. The location helped us appreciate the neighborhood even more, walking to restaurants and stores. We enjoyed the pool as well."

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2021

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
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The price is $139 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 5
Beachside Inn is a hotel in Santa Barbara with ocean views. An outdoor pool, luxury bedding, and premium TV channels are just some of the top amenities offered.This ...
4.1/5 Very Good! (470 reviews)
"Great location. Nice room and friendly customer service"

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2021

Beachside Inn
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
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The price is $215 per night from Jan 3 to Jan 3
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara is a hotel in Santa Barbara with ocean views. 2 outdoor pools, free pool cabanas, and a spa tub are just some of the fantastic amenities ...
4/5 Very Good! (965 reviews)
"Loved that it was located right across from the beach/pier. Convenient to shopping and restaurants. Everything walkable. Only downside was they charge for parking. It baffles me that a hotel would charge one of their guests to park on the premises in which you are paying to stay."

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2021

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
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The price is $213 per night from Dec 16 to Dec 16
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is an oceanfront hotel in Santa Barbara. 2 restaurants, 2 outdoor tennis courts, and a spa are just some of the fantastic ...
4/5 Very Good! (1,115 reviews)
"Very friendly staff that make you and your pet feel welcomed."

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2021

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4 out of 5
1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA
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The price is $246 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 5
Dine with ocean views and relax in the outdoor pool at Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt. Top amenities include a spa tub, a poolside bar, ...
4/5 Very Good! (206 reviews)
"My partner and I booked a beach front room and our view was amazing. Room was very clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful. However we ran I to a few issues. The toilet trigger to flush didn’t work very well and my partner had to repeatedly fix it himself. Also, the nightstand on his side ..."

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2021

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach

2.5 out of 5
1029 Orilla Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA
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The price is $149 per night from Dec 8 to Dec 8
The Inn at East Beach is a motel in Santa Barbara with ocean views. An outdoor pool, designer toiletries, and premium TV channels are just some of the fantastic ...
3.9/5 Good! (978 reviews)
"Nice access to the beach. Well maintained property at a good price. Courteous staff. Spacious, spotless room. Downside: WiFi was unreliable. The breakfast offering was minimal."

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2021

The Inn at East Beach
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2 out of 5
443 Corona Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA
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The price is $109 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 5
Enjoy oceanfront accommodation and sandy beaches when booking a stay at Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach. Amenities include a snack bar, free self parking, ...
3.7/5 Good! (968 reviews)
"Location - with water view from room"

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2021

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Palmoro House

Palmoro House

3 out of 5
424 Por La Mar Drive, Santa Barbara, CA
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The price is $209 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 5
Relax on sandy beaches and savor oceanfront dining at Palmoro House. Some of the top amenities include 2 coffee shops, luxury bedding, and premium TV channels. ...
3.7/5 Good! (94 reviews)
Excelente
"Beautiful experience, thank you very much."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2021

Palmoro House
Villa Rosa Inn

Villa Rosa Inn

2.5 out of 5
15 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CA
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The price is $155 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 6
Wake up to the sounds of the ocean lapping a sandy beach when staying at Villa Rosa Inn. Some fantastic amenities include an outdoor pool, a marina, and luxury ...
3.7/5 Good! (464 reviews)
"The staff was great and very friendly. The area was great within walking distance to everything. The beach was half a block from the hotel. It was great, I would recommend if your planning to go to Santa Barbara. Parking was good"

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2021

Villa Rosa Inn
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Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach

22 Castillo St., Santa Barbara, CA
The price is $99 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 5
4.6/5 Wonderful! (1,270 reviews)
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara

202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is $215 per night from Jan 3 to Jan 3
4/5 Very Good! (965 reviews)
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach

1029 Orilla Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is $149 per night from Dec 8 to Dec 8
3.9/5 Good! (978 reviews)
The Inn at East Beach
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is $246 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 5
4/5 Very Good! (206 reviews)
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

306 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is $179 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 15
4.5/5 Wonderful! (988 reviews)
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

433 Corona Del Mar Drive, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is $155 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 5
4.7/5 Exceptional! (649 reviews)
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn

324 W. Mason Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is $196 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 7
4.3/5 Excellent! (223 reviews)
Mason Beach Inn
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

443 Corona Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is $109 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 5
3.7/5 Good! (968 reviews)
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

223 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is $221 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 5
4.6/5 Exceptional! (959 reviews)
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

4558 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA
The price is $118 per night from Dec 14 to Dec 14
4.2/5 Very Good! (1,215 reviews)
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
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Oceanfront cottages in Santa Barbara

Charming Santa Ynez Farmhouse

Charming Santa Ynez Farmhouse

Santa Ynez, CA
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4.9/5 Exceptional! (110 reviews)
Charming Santa Ynez Farmhouse
1 Br/1 Ba Honeymoon Cottage

1 Br/1 Ba Honeymoon Cottage

Santa Ynez, CA
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4.5/5 Wonderful! (6 reviews)
1 Br/1 Ba Honeymoon Cottage
1 Br/ 1 Ba Lavender Cottage Los Olivos

1 Br/ 1 Ba Lavender Cottage Los Olivos

Los Olivos, CA
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1 Br/ 1 Ba Lavender Cottage Los Olivos
Classic Montecito Cottage

Classic Montecito Cottage

Santa Barbara, CA
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5/5 Exceptional! (41 reviews)
Classic Montecito Cottage
YOUR OWN PRIVATE REFUGE ON 10 ACRES IN SANTA YNEZ

YOUR OWN PRIVATE REFUGE ON 10 ACRES IN SANTA YNEZ

Santa Ynez, CA
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5/5 Exceptional! (98 reviews)
YOUR OWN PRIVATE REFUGE ON 10 ACRES IN SANTA YNEZ
1 Br/1 Ba Schoolhouse Cottage

1 Br/1 Ba Schoolhouse Cottage

Santa Ynez, CA
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1 Br/1 Ba Schoolhouse Cottage
2 Br/1 Ba Cowboy Cottage

2 Br/1 Ba Cowboy Cottage

Santa Ynez, CA
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5/5 Exceptional! (1 review)
2 Br/1 Ba Cowboy Cottage
Private On Vineyard W/ Loft & Hill Views 2 Bedroom Cottage

Private On Vineyard W/ Loft & Hill Views 2 Bedroom Cottage

1062 Drum Canyon Rd, Lompoc, CA
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Private On Vineyard W/ Loft & Hill Views 2 Bedroom Cottage
La Casita. Studio guest house.

La Casita. Studio guest house.

Ojai, CA
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La Casita. Studio guest house.
Just steps from the beach

Just steps from the beach

Santa Barbara, CA
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5/5 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
Just steps from the beach
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Oceanfront villas in Santa Barbara

Cabana Las Floras- A Tropical Cabana Paradise with Pool, Spa, and WiFi

Cabana Las Floras- A Tropical Cabana Paradise with Pool, Spa, and WiFi

Santa Barbara, CA
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4.9/5 Exceptional! (117 reviews)
Cabana Las Floras- A Tropical Cabana Paradise with Pool, Spa, and WiFi
Escape to Paradise Acres

Escape to Paradise Acres

Santa Ynez, CA
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4.6/5 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
Escape to Paradise Acres
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Recent reviews of Santa Barbara hotels

Castillo Inn at the Beach
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5 / 5 Excellent
Close to beach
A verified traveler from Redondo Beach stayed at Castillo Inn at the Beach
Posted 11 days ago
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Expedia Verified Review
5 / 5 Excellent
Loved that it was located right across from the beach/pier. Convenient to shopping and restaurants. Everything walkable. Only downside was they charge for parking. It baffles me that a hotel would charge one of their guests to park on the premises in which you are paying to stay.
A verified traveler stayed at Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Posted 4 days ago
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara
Expedia Verified Review
5 / 5 Excellent
The location was perfect for our stay since we have a friend who lives nearby. The hotel is clean and quiet. We will definitely be back the next time we go to Santa Barbara.
A verified traveler stayed at Hotel Santa Barbara
Posted 10 days ago
Hotel Santa Barbara
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
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5 / 5 Excellent
The location of the Motel is perfect, the decor is super-cool! I do wish the pool were heated and the coffee was a little better.
A verified traveler stayed at Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Posted 9 days ago
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Inn By The Harbor
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5 / 5 Excellent
My wife and I had a wonderful stay at the Inn, friendly staff, wine and coffee in the lobby and a lovely bottle of champagne in the room . Close to all activities in Santa Barbara, we'll return again some day.
A verified traveler stayed at Inn By The Harbor
Posted 4 days ago
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