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Best Western Plus Santa Barbara, hotel in Santa Barbara

This Santa Barbara, California hotel is located 3 miles from Stearn’s Wharf on the Pacific Ocean. The hotel offers free WiFi and cable TV in every room.

Really nice comfy room, free coffee and tea 24 hours, spacious room. Lovely pool and hot tub. Lots of parking. Nice easy walk into town through an attractive, safe area. Nice food from the restaurant.
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
1,728 reviews
Price from£155.01per night
Harbor View Inn, hotel in Santa Barbara

Offering an outdoor pool and hot tub, this Santa Barbara hotel is less than 5 minutes’ walk from Stearn’s Wharf. Guests can enjoy a full service spa experience at Spa Beaumontia, located on-site.

lovely large room with super comfortable beds. great location opposite Santa Barbara pier. very helpful and attentive staff.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
1,569 reviews
Price from£291.83per night
Castillo Inn at the Beach, hotel in Santa Barbara

Featuring 2-star accommodation, Castillo Inn at the Beach is situated in Santa Barbara, less than 1 km from East Beach and a 10-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach.

Great room . V v comfortable bed . Brilliant location . Walkable to the beach etc
8.6
Scored 8.6
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
1,376 reviews
Price from£185.90per night
Motel 6-Santa Barbara, CA - State Street, hotel in Santa Barbara

A short drive from beautiful beaches and easily accessible from local attractions, including the historic Santa Barbara Mission, this Santa Barbara, California motel offers comfortable rooms and an...

Parking available
7.0
Scored 7.0
Good
Rated good
579 reviews
Price from£81.53per night
Santa Barbara Inn, hotel in Santa Barbara

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, the Santa Barbara Inn is situated in Santa Barbara, 2 minutes' walk from the beach.

Amazing position. Comfortable room. Lovely pool area.Friendly helpful staff.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
603 reviews
Price from£292.34per night
Inn by the Harbor, hotel in Santa Barbara

This Santa Barbara hotel is located a 10-minute walk from West Beach. The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool, free Wi-Fi and a daily continental breakfast.

Friendly staff
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
618 reviews
Price from£246.09per night
Hotel Santa Barbara, hotel in Santa Barbara

This hotel is within 3.2 km of the Santa Barbara Zoo and Leadbetter Beach and Park. We offer complimentary Wi-Fi and a Starbucks Coffee shop right outside our doors.

Very nice location, nera shops and restaurants.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
791 reviews
Price from£312.84per night
Simpson House Inn, hotel in Santa Barbara

Built in 1874, this Victorian bed and breakfast is surrounded by lush landscaped gardens and 3 blocks of city parks. It features gourmet breakfast and evening wine tastings.

Felt like I was back in England in this cute cottage. Certainly a quirky place to stay in the States. Lovely property which we enjoyed staying at.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
236 reviews
Price from£329.23per night
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, hotel in Santa Barbara

This Santa Barbara beachfront resort offers an outdoor pool with a poolside lounge. Sterns Wharf and State Street shops’ is 5 minutes’ drive away.

Just across the beach which is really nice, but road was quite busy with traffic. Could easily walk to center of town
7.3
Scored 7.3
Good
Rated good
442 reviews
Price from£243.55per night
Riviera Beach House, hotel in Santa Barbara

This contemporary hotel is just 5 minutes’ walk to Stearns Wharf and the Santa Barbara beachfront. Free Wi-Fi is provided. All rooms include plush bathrobes in the en suite European-style bathrooms.

The hotel was well situated. The room had a lovely little terrace attached but unfortunately the weather was too cold for us to sit outside.
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very good
Rated very good
266 reviews
Price from£225.81per night
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Santa Barbara's best hotels with breakfast

  • Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 283 reviews

    Well situated in the West Beach district of Santa Barbara, Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is situated 1.1 km from Leadbetter Beach, 1.1 km from East Beach and 17 km from...

    lovely little home away from home, nice breakfast

  • Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 106 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and hot tub, Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta is located in the Goleta district in Santa Barbara, next to University of California, Santa Barbara.Private parking...

    Very clean very comfortable. Nice staff great location.

  • Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 278 reviews

    Set in Santa Barbara, Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta is 16 km from Antioch College and offers facilities like an outdoor pool.

    friendly staff big rooms very comfy beds free parking

  • Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 186 reviews

    Just 4 miles from Santa Barbara Airport, this Goleta hotel offers an outdoor pool and hot tub. A restaurant and fitness centre is located on site. Free Wi-Fi is included in all guest rooms.

    Very clean. Lighting good! Staff pleasant always

  • The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 106 reviews

    Situated in a lush grove of trees off Highway 101, this all suites hotel features an outdoor pool and hot tub in a garden setting. Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is 5 minutes’ drive away.

    It is a beautiful resort and the staff was wonderful!

  • Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 582 reviews

    This hotel is 8 miles from downtown Santa Barbara and within 5 minutes' drive of the University of California-Santa Barbara. The hotel offers an airport shuttle and free WiFi.

    The room was very clean, staff was really friendly.

  • Inn by the Harbor
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 618 reviews

    This Santa Barbara hotel is located a 10-minute walk from West Beach. The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool, free Wi-Fi and a daily continental breakfast.

    nice and cozy rooms - also the outside facilities are made up really nice

  • Brisas Del Mar Inn at the Beach
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 379 reviews

    This Santa Barbara hotel is 2 blocks from the many beaches and yacht harbor. The Mediterranean-style hotel features a fountain, free bike rentals, and an expanded continental breakfast every morning.

    The lovely breakfast and afternoon treat of cheese and wine

Hotels located in the centre of Santa Barbara

  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 633 reviews

    Located 10 minutes’ walk from Central Santa Barbara, this hotel serves daily hot breakfast with egg dishes and organic fruit. All unique guest rooms offer free Wi-Fi. Free guest parking is available.

    Great staff, great staff,great experience loved it

  • Santa Barbara Inn
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 603 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, the Santa Barbara Inn is situated in Santa Barbara, 2 minutes' walk from the beach.

    It was an amazing hotel huge rooms and great views

  • Circle Bar B Guest Ranch
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 56 reviews

    Located in Santa Barbara, 29 km from University of California, Santa Barbara, Circle Bar B Guest Ranch provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a...

    The wranglers leading the horse back ride were great.

  • De La Vina Inn
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 82 reviews

    Situated in Santa Barbara, 3.5 Km from Leadbetter Beach and 320 meters from State Street, De La Vina Inn features a secure self check-in system, accommodation with a shared lounge, free private...

    Beautiful historical building in a fantastic location

  • The Upham Hotel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 424 reviews

    This historic hotel in downtown Santa Barbara is a 5-minute drive to the beach and Stearns Wharf. It is surrounded by an acre of gardens. Guests can enjoy the property's free WiFi as well.

    Upscale, historic property with an on-site restaurant

  • Hotel Californian
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 227 reviews

    Located next to the Funk Zone in Santa Barbara, the Hotel Californian is just steps from the beach and features an outdoor pool.

    location. the room was beautiful and the staff was great

  • Hotel Santa Barbara
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 791 reviews

    This hotel is within 3.2 km of the Santa Barbara Zoo and Leadbetter Beach and Park. We offer complimentary Wi-Fi and a Starbucks Coffee shop right outside our doors.

    Great location, comfortable bed and friendly staff

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 266 reviews

    This contemporary hotel is just 5 minutes’ walk to Stearns Wharf and the Santa Barbara beachfront. Free Wi-Fi is provided. All rooms include plush bathrobes in the en suite European-style bathrooms.

    Location was fantastic. Staff were super friendly.

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What guests said about Santa Barbara:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    Santa Barbara was absolutely beautiful!!!

    Santa Barbara was absolutely beautiful!!! It was really lush and green there! The wildflowers were blooming everywhere! The mountains and hills were super lush and green and very beautiful! The Botanical Gardens are incredible and are filled with poppies and wildflowers! The Mission, Courthouse, State Street, Stearns Wharf, and Alice Peck Park are all amazing places to visit! The weather was a perfect 73 degrees for most of my trip, until the last day. The people were all very nice and pleasant to deal with. Brophy's, at the Harbor has the best fish and chips that I have ever had!! There were some whales right off of the Harbor that I was privileged to see! There was also an awesome feeding frenzy that brought in hundreds of pelicans and cormorants to dive into the water at the same time!! It was phenomenal to watch. People who have lived in Santa Barbara all of their lives have never seen anything like it!!! It was an absolutely amazing trip!
    Lori
    United States
  • 10
    Scored 10

    It is so beautiful there, it has energy

    It is so beautiful there, it has energy & offers many types of activities & a plethora of restaurants, shops, night life, spas, zoo, museums & the beach. Go, visit - it's worth it!
    Bellino
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    We visited in February when unknown to us was the film...

    We visited in February when unknown to us was the film festival, the weather was perfect, town seemed quiet even with film festival which was a bonus, still able to grab tickets. Plenty of restaurants to choose from, lots with outdoor eating with patio heaters. We enjoyed the SB Whale watching trip we did, small exclusive boat made us feel VIPs and saw plenty of humpback whales. Easy to walk around the town, but also easy to drive and explore neighbouring Montecito
    Sarah-Jane Parker
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Great place to visit, especially with wonderful weather.

    Great place to visit, especially with wonderful weather. For seafood, Lure is amazing!!! Chad's and Cajun Kitchen are great breakfast spots. If you are there on Sunday, see the Art/Craft Market at the Beach. Lots of amazing stuff and all the vendors are so friendly. Also, a huge recommendation to Olive Hill Farms in Los Olivos. Great place for oils and vinegars.
    Kathleen
    United States
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Loved the beautiful landscaping and architecture everywhere.

    Loved the beautiful landscaping and architecture everywhere. Clean city and easy to navigate while driving but MapQuest misguided me numerous times. Excellent ethnic food restaurants. Lots of choices. I’m recommending “Meet Up” Chinese, “Your Place” Thai and “Masala Spice” Indian foods. Meet Up was first place I’ve ever been served by a robot!!!! Very cool!
    Cynthia
    United States
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Santa Barbara has a lot to offer from beaches to hiking...

    Santa Barbara has a lot to offer from beaches to hiking mountain biking to sailing and other outdoor adventures. I would have liked to have more time to explore. Relax at the rose gardens at the mission, hike more, beach sunsets and dinner downtown. Getting around is easy. Biking is fun! I would avoid the traffic in the funk zone on Friday night. Park in a paid lot and walk in is what I recommend. Also check out the Farmer’s market downtown on Tuesday nights and Saturday mornings. Wishing everyone a great time!
    Sabrina
    United States

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Santa Barbara

  • From £227.23 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 266 reviews
    Everything! Located two blocks from the main Pier and in the heart of the sweet central locale of Santa Barbara! The hotel features artwork all year long that just gave it that extra touch of class and culture! They went the extra mile with all amenities and details in the room, classy, clean and charming! Such an elegant yet charming hotel! There are to lovely outdoor balcony seating areas to lounge and take in the beauty all around! Also there were complimentary bicycles to use! Truly can’t say enough! Stay here!!
    Maria
    United States
  • From £273.53 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,331 reviews
    The property is located one street back from the front and pier area of Santa Barbara. The neighborhood was quiet and parking on site was no problem. The suite booked had 2 bedrooms and a well appointed kitchen area. Coffee was on tap in the lobby area & there were fresh cookies every afternoon. The pool on site was warm. Staff were friendly and helpful throughout our stay. For the tour we did the Franciscan represented the best value inn we stayed at.
    Zoe
    United Kingdom
  • From £276.27 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,569 reviews
    Have stayed in many of the beach-front hotels in SB, and this is the best by some margin. Most are tired old motels that have been jazzed up to one extent or another and charge a fortune for what you actually get. Harbor View is a bit more expensive but much better - a proper 4 star level of furnishing, comfort, etc. I would certainly choose it again.
    Tom
    United Kingdom
  • From £93.35 per night
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 684 reviews
    It was convenient to our operations in Santa Barbara (several facilities near downtown) and for dining and a movie. The bed was comfortable (nether too stiff nor too soft), and the temperature controls were easy to adjust and understand. Parking was convenient to the room ,m which during a downpour was appreciated.
    Lance
    United States
  • From £407.87 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 419 reviews
    Very pleasant "park-like" property right in downtown. Even though a tad expensive, is comparable with everything else in Santa Barbara, and more pleasant than many equivalent or more expensive hotels. Will stay there again next visit. Very clean room and safe surroundings.
    Donald
    United States
  • From £236.94 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 422 reviews
    The room was lovely and bed very comfortable. I stayed there so I could see my daughter who was studying at UCSB. it was only a 20 minute drive to the university. Santa Barbara was amazing and the hotel was right on the coast overlooking the sea.
    Gary
    United Kingdom
  • From £251.16 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,313 reviews
    Location near the beach is great. Easy access to everything Santa Barbara has to offer. Walk/bike to beach and restaurants. Compared to other nearby inns and motels, La Playa is newly refurbished and very stylish. Highly recommend!
    Alaina
    United States
  • From £191.52 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,944 reviews
    The property's location was excellent—a 15-minute walk to the pier and a 3-minute drive to the downtown Santa Barbara area. My room had views of the harbor, which was pretty nice.
    Jorge
    United States
  • From £536.11 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 233 reviews
    Beautiful hotel and bedroom Loved the courtyard , a piece of heaven in super busy Santa Barbara Nice pool , small but well kept Super friendly staff especially Chandra
    Caroline
    United Kingdom
  • From £191.52 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,944 reviews
    Fantastic location by the beach, pier and harbour. Walking distance to everything! A gorgeous small hotel perfect for families with a delicious breakfast included.
    Julianna
    Australia
  • From £199.07 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,376 reviews
    Santa Barbara is very expensive to visit. This hotel is a very good location and a good price. The room was comfortable, with parking directly outside the room.
    Christy
    Australia
  • 7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,055 reviews
    Location was good, easy to get into downtown Santa Barbara. Free bikes were great, very easy to explore the area with. Nice sun deck to relax on
    Colin
    United Kingdom
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 403 reviews
    Reasonably priced hotel in the Santa Barbara area. There were nice restaurants within walking distance. The complimentary bikes were a plus.
    Sara
    United States
  • From £255.98 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,027 reviews
    Cute area that was well lit and near the beach. I liked the coffee and free snack set up in the morning.
    Nathalie
    United States
  • From £147.53 per night
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,228 reviews
    Great location near downtown Santa Barbara. Felt very safe. Rooms recently redone. Bathroom was clean.
    Jacob
    United States
  • From £246.09 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 618 reviews
    Really lovely hotel- just what you need. Parking, breakie and good location in Santa Barbara.
    Sara
    United Kingdom
  • From £197.11 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 222 reviews
    Charming hotel! Love staying at the Montecito Inn when I visit Santa Barbara.
    H
    Hamilton A
    United States
  • From £199.07 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,376 reviews
    The location was excellent, near the beach, downtown Santa Barbara etc.
    V
    Vicki
    United States
  • From £140.66 per night
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 403 reviews
    easy freeway access. near to downtown Santa Bárbara.
    Harold
    United States
  • From £275.93 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 791 reviews
    Cosy Old hotel located centrally in Santa Barbara.
    Daniel
    Denmark

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