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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Simpson House Inn	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 718 reviews	View
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 692 reviews	View
El Encanto Santa Barbara	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 567 reviews	View
Casa Riviera	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 204 reviews	View
Casa Jardin	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 268 reviews	View

Top Santa Barbara Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

El Encanto Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful stay"

The Presidio

2/10 Terrible

"We stayed at the Presidio Hotel in Santa Barbara for the weekend, and unfortunately the experience was very disappointing. For about $584, the room and lobby lacked basic amenities like a coffee maker, cups, and a microwave, but this was not the major issue. The biggest issue, however, was the refrigerator inside the room. We brought expensive food with us and stored it in the fridge, but it was not working properly. I reported it, and although staff said they would check it, our food spoiled overnight. They later told us to reset the outlet, which temporarily fixed it, but the fridge stopped working again and more food was ruined. At checkout, we were told we would receive a discount for the inconvenience, but we were still charged full price. Overall, the broken refrigerator, spoiled food, lack of amenities, and poor handling of the situation made for a very frustrating stay."

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Mission Santa Barbara

4.6/5 (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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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 163 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

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

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara 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 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum. Other good choices within a short distance include Lemon Tree Inn and El Encanto Santa Barbara.

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

Expedia has 163 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?

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, 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, Presidio Santa Barbara, 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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