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Our top choices for Santa Barbara cheap hotels

A spacious living room with a round wooden coffee table, two blue armchairs, and a patterned armchair.
A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a reception desk.
A modern kitchen with built-in appliances, a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a toaster.
A spacious kitchen with granite countertops, wooden chairs, and a large island. There are multiple dining tables with chairs, a refrigerator, and a TV mounted on the wall.

1. Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
North State
United States
Greg
SAR 419
SAR 477 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Sandpiper Lodge
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden flooring, and a dining area with orange chairs and a table.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with a view of palm trees and a balcony.
A building entrance with a set of stairs leading up to a door marked with the number 128.

2. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Joseph
SAR 537
SAR 642 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.
A marina with parked cars and boats, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
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 balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a marina with boats and palm trees.

3. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Simon
SAR 669
SAR 764 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Beachside Inn
A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."
A room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio area with a yellow fence and a table with chairs.
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.

4. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Eli James
SAR 559
SAR 639 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Castillo Inn at the Beach
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window.
A cactus plant in a terracotta pot on a table.
A two-story building with a balcony and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A hotel reception area with a coffee machine, jars, a tray, a mirror, and a certificate on the wall.

5. The Presidio

The Presidio
Santa Barbara
United States
Bonnie
SAR 444
SAR 506 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
The Presidio
A reception area with a counter, potted plants, a coffee station, and a view through large glass doors.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a television on a dresser.
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Inn at East Beach," a covered patio area, and bicycles parked outside.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a coffee station, and a view of greenery outside.

6. The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Gustavo
SAR 502
SAR 572 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Inn at East Beach
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a desk with a chair, and a door leading to a bathroom.
A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a hairdryer, and a towel rack.
A building with a neon 'Welcome' sign, a 'Garden' sign, and a 'Vacancy' sign.
A Rose Garden Inn sign with a rose logo and the name.

7. Rose Garden Inn

Rose Garden Inn
North State
United States
Maketa
SAR 442
SAR 504 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Rose Garden Inn
A coastal road leading to a pier with a view of the ocean and beach.
A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, a blue chair, and a television mounted on the wall.
A spacious indoor area with large windows, wooden benches, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a school bus parked nearby.

8. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Prahlad
SAR 487
SAR 555 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.
A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with chairs and a table, a sofa, and a fireplace.
A table with a pitcher, wine glasses, and snacks by a window with a view of palm trees and a building.
A pathway flanked by lush greenery and palm trees, leading to a building with a tiled roof.

9. Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
emiliano
SAR 1,108
SAR 1,266 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Inn By The Harbor
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.
A compact microwave on a small black stand, a white door, and a wall-mounted microwave.
An aerial view of a hotel with a rooftop pool, parking lot, and surrounding greenery.

10. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Carpinteria
United States
Jose
SAR 318
SAR 381 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
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Top Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

8/10 Good
"The property was in a great location, right across from the beach and close to several restaurants. The breakfast was good, and I really appreciated having coffee, tea, and hot chocolate available 24/7. On Saturday, they also offered a complimentary wine hour with cheese, grapes, and a choice of red or white wine, which was a nice touch. The staff was friendly, helpful, and welcoming. The furniture and fixtures were modern and stylish, and the room was clean overall. My main issue was the size of the room. The room we stayed in was extremely small, and the stand-up shower was so narrow that it was barely comfortable to fit inside. I was disappointed because the photos made the room look much more spacious than it actually was. I felt that the photos were somewhat misleading and did not accurately represent how small the room was. Overall, I enjoyed the location, amenities, and staff, but I would have preferred a larger room or more accurate photos showing the actual size of the space."
Lesley-Anne 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Beachside Inn
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Great"
Richard 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
The Milo

The Milo

10/10 Excellent
"The location was amazing. Our room was so clean and the staff was fantastic"
Susan 3-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
The Milo
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

8/10 Good
"had ordered single queen pretty sure that was the smallest queen i ever slept in may have been a full. bathroom had ants"
steve 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Inn By The Harbor
La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay! Super helpful staff. Beds were comfortable. Water pressure and temperature in shower was great. Quiet property. AC worked great. Easy walking distance to things nearby. Very happy with our stay and would recommend!"
Alison 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
La Playa Inn

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Barbara like for travelers on a budget?
Santa Barbara has cheap accommodation options and a variety of places to visit, making it a great choice for a budget-friendly getaway. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions like Arlington Theater, Lobero Theater, and Presidio Santa Barbara.
What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Santa Barbara?
Based on reviews, Inn By The Harbor is a popular hotel for our travelers who want a more economical choice, and features free breakfast and free WiFi. Other options to stay on the cheap include Avania Inn of Santa Barbara and Sandpiper Lodge.
How many budget hotels will I be able to find in Santa Barbara?
Expedia has 10 hotels in Santa Barbara that are ideal if you are watching your pennies.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Santa Barbara?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Santa Barbara, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. 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?
Santa Barbara attracts visitors with its fine wine and fantastic dining options, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then plan some activities that cost little or nothing at all. If you're looking to enjoy the area's natural beauty, you can get outdoors at West Beach, Leadbetter Beach, or East Beach.
How can I get to Santa Barbara and get around on a budget?
Checking out these ways to get around Santa Barbara is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The closest airport is 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from the center in Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). If that doesn't suit your budget, you can look into flights to Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is 24.7 mi (39.7 km) away. If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at Santa Barbara Station.