Santa Barbara, CA

Travel Guide

A vineyard with rows of grapevines and a hilly landscape with trees and mountains in the background.
A historic building with a clock tower, arched windows, and a central archway.
A coastal landscape with cliffs, clear turquoise waters, and distant mountains.
A large white building with arched windows and a red-tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A rocky beach with a white boat docked near a pier, cliffs in the background, and calm water.

Where to stay in Santa Barbara

Find the best Santa Barbara areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Waterfront

While visiting Waterfront, you might make a stop by sights like West Beach and East Beach.

The Funk Zone

Travelers come to The Funk Zone for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry while you're in town.

The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is SAR 910 per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
SAR 910
SAR 1,058 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,479 reviews)
"The property was great, however they fell down on the job. I was proposing to my fiancée that night. I confirmed with them twice that they would decorate the room for our return. They failed miserably."

Reviewed on 23 August 2026

Hotel Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is SAR 482 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
SAR 482
SAR 549 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,653 reviews)
"The hotel was clean, however; there was mold in the shower. The building is showing it's age. The hotel needs an update."

Reviewed on 23 August 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundable
The price is SAR 731 per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
SAR 731
SAR 861 total
8 Sep - 9 Sep
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,180 reviews)
"Clean, easy access to Earl Warren Equestrian center, super breakfast, nice hot tub too."

Reviewed on 21 August 2026

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
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.
Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera

4.5 out of 5
800 Garden St Santa Barbara CA
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and Netflix. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Bowl and Stearns Wharf ...
Casa Riviera
Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin

3 out of 5
1018 Garden St Santa Barbara CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (299 reviews)
"Great place, parking was secure and easy. Location was great just walking distance from downtown. I would stay here again."

Reviewed on 21 August 2026

Casa Jardin
Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina

4 out of 5
513 De La Vina St Santa Barbara CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf ...
Casa De La Vina
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.

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