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A kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink. There are shelves above holding glasses, plates, and a framed picture.

A parking lot with white buildings and trees in the background.

A door with a glass panel reflecting a building and a number '1' on the wall.

1. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2.3 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Maria

SAR 474

SAR 819 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A building entrance with a tiled floor, an arched doorway, and large potted plants.

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a spiral staircase, and a kitchen area with stainless steel appliances.

A covered outdoor patio with a checkered floor, seating arrangements, and potted plants.

2. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

Oak Park, 1.4 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Rich

SAR 568

SAR 926 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

A spacious living area with a modern staircase, a dining table, and a sofa.

A hallway leading to a living area with a sofa, a small table, and a view of greenery outside.

A modern bedroom with a large window, a bedside table, a chair, and a built-in kitchen area.

3. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2.6 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Patrice

SAR 644

SAR 1,013 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A hallway with a checkered curtain, a framed artwork, a bench, a potted plant, and a wooden cabinet with handles.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a small pool.

A white building with a red roof, a stone wall, and a staircase leading to a door.

4. Palihouse Santa Barbara

2.4 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Maria

SAR 1,502

SAR 1,715 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious dining area with a central island, round tables, and comfortable seating.

A bar area with a high ceiling and skylight, wooden flooring, and a bar counter with stools.

5. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Karri

SAR 853

SAR 992 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A balcony with a wooden railing overlooking a street with palm trees and parked cars.

A compact kitchen area with a microwave, a refrigerator, and a coffee maker.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a small kitchenette, and a dining area.

6. Solei House

2.2 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Ashley

SAR 373

SAR 441 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

A poolside area with a pool, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a white building with balconies.

7. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Oak Park, 1.6 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Erica

SAR 875

SAR 997 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a courtyard surrounded by palm trees and greenery, featuring a well-lit entrance and multiple balconies.

A dining area with a table and chairs, surrounded by a view of tropical greenery.

A dining area with a table set for two, a vase with flowers, and a view of the outdoor seating area.

A chef cooking with a large flame in a kitchen.

8. Lemon Tree Inn

1.1 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

GREG

SAR 454

SAR 519 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A gated entrance with an arch covered in greenery, a tiled pathway, and a building with a balcony.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, round tables, patterned chairs, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of a balcony with palm trees.

9. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

3.2 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Samantha

SAR 668

SAR 763 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the city through a window.

A modern bar area with a wooden table and chairs, shelves with bottles and glasses, and a large window overlooking the street.

A bedroom with a large window, a bed with white linens, a hanging lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

10. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Lower State, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Emeterio

SAR 909

SAR 1,038 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a coffee machine, and a shower area.

A reception area with a counter, a clock, a security camera, a window with a view, and a wall with a framed picture.

A kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a black refrigerator, grey cabinets, a window with blinds, and a tiled backsplash.

A two-story building with a red car parked in front.

11. Town and Country Inn

1 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Megan

SAR 311

SAR 367 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel with a sign reading "Orange Tree Inn" and a number "1920" on the facade.

A sign for the Orange Tree Inn with a tree graphic.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a small table, a stone planter, and a pool with a tiled edge.

A spacious hotel lobby with a reception desk, a counter, and a seating area with metal chairs and tables.

12. Orange Tree Inn

Upper East, 1.1 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

David

SAR 387

SAR 442 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious living room with a large, round, tufted sofa, two armchairs, a television, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

A large, two-story building with a central entrance, a fountain in the courtyard, and a well-lit facade.

A room with a view through a glass door, featuring a round table with a bowl of fruit, two chairs, and a view of a park and distant mountains.

A dining area with a white table and chairs, a chandelier, and a view through a window.

13. Rosewood Miramar Beach

Montecito, 8.2 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

TIGRAN

SAR 5,238

SAR 6,413 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There is a kitchen in the background with white cabinets and a television mounted on the wall.

An aerial view of a rectangular swimming pool surrounded by white lounge chairs and umbrellas, with palm trees and a tiled roof in the background.

A dining area with a wooden table, grey chairs, a black floor lamp, and a cityscape painting on the wall.

14. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 3.9 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Bob

SAR 618

SAR 705 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A room with two leather chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a backdrop of buildings and trees.

A bedroom with a fireplace, a bed, a TV, and a window with curtains.

15. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 3.9 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Julian

SAR 1,055

SAR 1,203 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a grey sofa, and a painting of a wave on the wall.

A white building with a red-tiled roof, a covered entrance, and a garden with various plants.

A modern hotel bathroom with a large mirror, vanity, and a vase of flowers.

16. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

3.3 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Jhoana

SAR 597

SAR 959 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

A beach view with palm trees and a clear sky.

A motel sign with a large number '6' and the word 'Motel' on a wooden board.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two surfboards, a 'Welcome' sign, and an orange sofa.

17. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

East Beach, 4.7 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Tammy

SAR 448

SAR 511 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."

A building with a sign reading "Castillo Inn at the Beach" indicating a hotel.

A living room with a TV, a painting, and a red chair with a patterned pillow.

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio area with a yellow fence and a table with chairs.

18. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 4 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Eli James

SAR 559

SAR 639 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a refrigerator.

A laundry facility with stacked washing machines and dryers, control panels, and a view of the outside through a window.

An aerial view of a hotel with a rooftop pool, parking lot, and surrounding greenery.

A compact microwave on a small black stand, a white door, and a wall-mounted microwave.

19. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

19.4 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Jose

SAR 318

SAR 381 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.

A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a marina with boats and palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table with a lamp, and a large window offering a view of the beach and palm trees.

A spacious lobby with large windows, comfortable seating, a reception desk, and a bookshelf.

20. Beachside Inn

West Beach, 4.1 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Simon

SAR 669

SAR 764 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 312 reviews	View
Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 71 reviews	View
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 328 reviews	View
Palihouse Santa Barbara	9.6 Exceptional 441 reviews	View
Hotel Santa Barbara	9.4 Exceptional 1,508 reviews	View

Top Santa Barbara Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

The Upham Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome rustic stay! Oreo’s and milk! How fun Great area to relax outside also in a beautiful little courtyard"

Lemon Tree Inn

8/10 Good

"The property is very lovely but room is old & needs to be updated. The restaurant food is great & service excellent."

El Encanto Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"A great hotel where service and kindness are evident everywhere but not pretentious in any sense. Made for a relaxing stay in beautiful surroundings."

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

8/10 Good

"The housekeeper came in around 10AM, which was way earlier than expected. We haven’t checked out the room yet which freaked us out"

Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean, the hotel was quiet, overall a great place to stay. There not being any on site front desk staff is a little strange but check in and check out was great so no complaints."

Ocean, Sunset, Mountain Views, Private Deck: Villa Floresco: Tuscan-like Getaway

10/10 Excellent

"Great location that is quiet and peaceful. The bed was very comfortable, the room is beautiful and decorated well. The owners greeted us with our names on the front door, a great bottle of wine, a lemon from their tree, and a thoughtful welcome note."

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

10/10 Excellent

"Very quaint and quiet inn. Highly recommend a stay! Innkeepers were very personable yet discreet. Hope to stay again!"

Agave Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay for the second time. Thanks"

Santa Barbara Mission Studio

10/10 Excellent

"Very quiet; spacious and comfortable for two! Would choose for next trip. Host was flexible and accommodating. Highly recommend!"

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A historic church with a bell tower and a fountain in the foreground.

Mission Santa Barbara

9.2/10 (1,948 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Santa Barbara with a stop at Mission Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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A church with a bell tower and palm trees in the foreground.

Alameda Park

After visiting Alameda Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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A dirt path through a field of wildflowers with mountains in the background.

Santa Barbara Botanic Garden

9.0/10 (70 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra

Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra, a storied theater in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Santa Barbara Conference & Visitor's Bureau & Film Commission

Santa Barbara Conference & Visitor's Bureau & Film Commission is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Alice Keck Memorial Garden

10.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Alice Keck Memorial Garden, a lovely green space in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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The Children's Centennial Maze

Enjoy an outing to The Children's Centennial Maze during your stay in Santa Barbara. Wander the gardens in this relaxing area.

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Rattlesnake Canyon Trail

You can take time to visit Rattlesnake Canyon Trail during your travels to Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Barbara Natural History Museum?

Santa Barbara Natural History Museum is located in a historic area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 167 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Santa Barbara Natural History Museum?

Lemon Tree Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum. Other good choices within a short distance include El Encanto Santa Barbara and Best Western Plus Santa Barbara.

How many hotels are there close to Santa Barbara Natural History Museum?

Expedia has 167 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Barbara Natural History Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Santa Barbara Natural History Museum?

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What can I see and do near Santa Barbara Natural History Museum?

Presidio Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Museum of Art, and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Mission Santa Barbara, Hill-Carrillo Adobe, and Casa Del Herrero are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at Arlington Theater, Santa Barbara Bowl, and Lobero Theater if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Natural History Museum hotels

1. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

3. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

4. Palihouse Santa Barbara

5. Hotel Santa Barbara

6. Solei House

7. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

8. Lemon Tree Inn

9. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

10. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

11. Town and Country Inn

12. Orange Tree Inn

13. Rosewood Miramar Beach

14. The Franciscan Hotel

15. The Eagle Inn

16. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

17. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

18. Castillo Inn at the Beach

19. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

20. Beachside Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Top Santa Barbara Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

The Upham Hotel

Lemon Tree Inn

El Encanto Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

Ocean, Sunset, Mountain Views, Private Deck: Villa Floresco: Tuscan-like Getaway

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Agave Inn

Santa Barbara Mission Studio

Other attractions near Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Mission Santa Barbara

Alameda Park

Santa Barbara Botanic Garden

Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra

Santa Barbara Conference & Visitor's Bureau & Film Commission

Alice Keck Memorial Garden

The Children's Centennial Maze

Rattlesnake Canyon Trail

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