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This Santa Barbara Motel, 15 minutes’ drive from the University of California Santa Barbara, offers a complimentary daily breakfast buffet and free bicycles to its guests during their stay.

Rooms are furnished with white linens and look out onto the garden. They feature cable TV, air conditioning, and coffee and tea-making facilities. A refrigerator & iron with ironing facilities are also included.

The location was good, walking distance to the beach. The room was big and had a little porch.

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9
Wonderful
1,092 reviews
Price from
$231.27
per night

Offering sweeping Pacific Ocean views, this boutique hotel is 5 minutes’ drive away from Central Santa Barbara. It boasts an outdoor pool, a spa and wellness centre and an on-site bar and restaurant. All spacious rooms include free Wi-Fi.

This place is awesome. We loved everything in this hotel. This is close to paradise.

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9.3
Wonderful
114 reviews
Price from
$815
per night

Casa Jardin - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara offers accommodation within 500 metres of the centre of Santa Barbara, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. This apartment features free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. The apartment has private entrance.

Super nice stay and cosy, clean and fresh apartment with everything you need. Extra plus for the super silent AC. The hosts are extremely helpful and easy to reach for questions. The location are the perfect mix of quiet and cute Santa Barbara neighbourhood with just a 10 min walk to State Street with shops and cafes etc.

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9.3
Wonderful
41 reviews
Price from
$195.11
per night

Casa Valerio - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara features accommodation within 500 metres of the centre of Santa Barbara, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. This apartment provides air-conditioned accommodation with a patio. Featuring a private entrance, the apartment allows guests to maintain their privacy.

The property is perfect for the price, being centrally located, very clean, well serviced and spacious. Would highly recommend a stay here!

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9
Wonderful
81 reviews
Price from
$228.63
per night

In the heart of Santa Barbara, set within a short distance of West Beach and East Beach, Ruth House Original Craftsman PETS, walk to State st. Offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as an oven and coffee machine. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The property is non-smoking and is located 2 km from Leadbetter Beach.

Location, big yard, and easy communication with the host!

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9.4
Wonderful
8 reviews
Price from
$604.50
per night

Located less than a minutes’ walk to the beach, this pet-friendly Santa Barbara motel offers an outdoor pool and modern guest rooms with cable TV. State Street is 5 minutes’ drive away.

A seating area is provided in each brightly-decorated room at Motel 6 Santa Barbara. An en suite bathroom is included.

Great location, easy parking at motel.

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8.1
Very Good
1,983 reviews
Price from
$168.99
per night

Set in Santa Barbara, 2 km from East Beach, Palihouse Santa Barbara offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is 2.1 km from West Beach, and within 700 metres of the city centre.

What a relaxed vibe in a wonderful location! The staff is just great, the pool is small but beautiful and our room (18) was a delight.

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8.9
Excellent
233 reviews
Price from
$350
per night

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 University of California, Santa Barbara. With a shared lounge, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is set 700 metres from West Beach.

Very Cute,Clean and Cosy ❤️ Qe visited during our honeymoon and feel like we got the full Santa Bárbara experience. Staff Was super friendly, amazing breakfast and great list of tips for activities and restaurants!

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8.1
Very Good
286 reviews
Price from
$235
per night

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 is available on site.

The location and breakfast were great!

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8.8
Excellent
105 reviews
Price from
$251
per night

Located next to the Funk Zone in Santa Barbara, the Hotel Californian is just steps from the beach and features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy several on-site dining options and take advantage of the on-site spa.

Interior decor, easy to work with staff and location location location.

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8.3
Very Good
229 reviews
Price from
$729
per night

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Offering a variety of animal-ready amenities, these properties promise a great stay for pets and people. Services can include sitting services, specialized bedding, and dog-walking. Some hotels even offer fun perks like a gourmet room service menu for pets, as well as catnip and scratching posts.
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  • Tropical Beach Villa with Deck, Spa Walk to Ocean
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Tropical Beach Villa with Deck, Spa Walk to Ocean features a hot tub and free private parking, and is within a 7-minute walk of One Thousand Steps Beach and 0.7 miles of Leadbetter Beach.

  • Funk Zone Apartment Walking Distance to the Beach
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Funk Zone Apartment Walking Distance to the Beach offers accommodations in Santa Barbara, 11 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara and 5.2 miles from Westmont College.

  • 2 bedroom with bunk room and private yard for pets
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    2 bedroom with bunk room and private yard for pets is located in Santa Barbara, just 11 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara and 5.2 miles from Westmont College.

  • Hummingbird Haven
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Hummingbird Haven is located in Santa Barbara, just 10 miles from Westmont College and 5.4 miles from Santa Barbara Museum of Art.

  • Ruth House Original Craftsman PETS, walk to State st.
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 8 reviews

    A 16-minute walk from West Beach in the center of Santa Barbara, Ruth House Original Craftsman PETS, walk to State st. Offers accommodations with free Wifi and access to a garden.

    Location, big yard, and easy communication with the host!

  • El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 114 reviews

    Offering sweeping Pacific Ocean views, this boutique hotel is 5 minutes’ drive away from Central Santa Barbara.

    amazing view. beautiful patio. great gardens. good food.

  • Casa Jardin - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 41 reviews

    Casa Jardin - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara offers accommodations within 600 yards of the center of Santa Barbara, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave.

    Easy to walk to points of interest. Very good coffee in room.

  • Marina Beach Motel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,092 reviews

    This Santa Barbara Motel, 15 minutes’ drive from the University of California Santa Barbara, offers a complimentary daily breakfast buffet and free bicycles to its guests during their stay.

    Clean, well-appointed, nicely maintained, excellent location

  • Casa Valerio - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 81 reviews

    Casa Valerio - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara features accommodations within 600 yards of the center of Santa Barbara, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a...

    Everything was great, super cute and really clean!

  • Brand New Apartment Close to Beach and Downtown
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1 review

    Brand New Apartment Close to Beach and Downtown offers accommodations in Santa Barbara, a 14-minute walk from Antioch College and 5.2 miles from Westmont College.

  • Santa Barbara Luxe Villa
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2 reviews

    Santa Barbara Luxe Villa is located in Santa Barbara, just 4.3 miles from Westmont College and a 13-minute walk from Brooks Institute of Photography.

  • Palihouse Santa Barbara
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 233 reviews

    Located in Santa Barbara, 1.3 miles from East Beach, Palihouse Santa Barbara has accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    great vibe, lovely staff and good central location

  • Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 107 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.

  • Secret Garden Inn & Cottages
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 146 reviews

    Originally built in 1905, this quaint Santa Barbara B&B features individually decorated guest rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers spa and massage services and serves a daily buffet breakfast.

    The genuine kindness and thoughtful of of the staff and guest.

  • Hotel Californian
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 229 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
     · 789 reviews

    This hotel is within 2 mi 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

  • Casa Del Mar Inn
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 287 reviews

    This hotel is located less than 5 minutes from Stearns Wharf and Ledbetter Beach and Park. It features rooms with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi.

    Staff was very nice. Great location and very cozy.⁰

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

    Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel provides rooms in Santa Barbara near Santa Barbara City College and Antioch College.

    lovely little home away from home, nice breakfast

  • Motel 6-Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,983 reviews

    A very short walk from the beach, this pet-friendly Santa Barbara motel features an outdoor pool and modern guest rooms with cable TV. State Street is a 5-minute drive away.

    Clean and tidy, great location and friendly staff.

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

    Located 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!

  • Riviera Beach House
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 268 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.

  • The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 187 reviews

    Adjacent to the Sandpiper golf course, this Santa Barbara resort features beautiful ocean views, an outdoor pool and on-site dining. All guest rooms include a private patio with a view.

    tolle Lage am Strand sehr schöner Pool schöne Hotelanlage

  • Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 456 reviews

    Located in Santa Barbara, a 2-minute walk from East Beach, Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a terrace.

    the guy in the reception was perfect - he helped a lot 🙏

  • Downtown apt recently remodeled
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

    Downtown apt recently remodeled offers accommodations in Santa Barbara, 11 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara and 5.2 miles from Westmont College.

  • Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,152 reviews

    This oceanfront hotel in downtown Santa Barbara is 4 minutes' walk from Stearns Wharf. It offers 2 heated outdoor pools and a modern fitness center.

    Location, Service and Room were perfect for our stay.

  • Inn at East Beach
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,977 reviews

    This hotel is 2 miles from Santa Barbara and within a 5-minute walk of the Santa Barbara Zoo. It offers an outdoor pool, a patio, and rooms with flat-screen TVs.

    Very big room pool on site nice breakfast great staff

  • The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 205 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor pool, this hotel offers an on-site restaurant. A flat-screen TV and Free Wi-Fi are offered in each contemporary room.

    Beautiful, creative and fanciful. Very pleasant.

  • Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 753 reviews

    Located in Santa Barbara, 6.6 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara, Hyatt Place Santa Barbara provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a shared lounge and a...

    Very comfy beds and pillows Very clean Nice size rooms

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  • Villa Rosa Inn
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,537 reviews

    This small inn is located steps from the beach in Santa Barbara, California. The inn offers a free continental breakfast and free evening wine tasting with snacks.

    Amazing property and hospitality services. Great stay

  • Rose Garden Inn
    5.4
    Scored 5.4
    Average
    Rated fair
     · 1,331 reviews

    Located 2 miles from Old Mission Santa Barbara, this motel offers comfortable accommodation with free WiFi. Free guest parking is provided for all vehicles including trucks, RVs and buses.

    Gigante la habitación y super completa. Limpia y cómoda.

  • Extended Stay America Suites - Santa Barbara - Calle Real
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 399 reviews

    This Extended Stay America - Santa Barbara - Calle Real is especially designed for longer stays, with all rooms featuring a kitchenette. The hotel offers free WiFi and a 24-hour reception.

    Really appreciated the responsiveness of the staff.

  • Town and Country Inn
    6.1
    Scored 6.1
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 612 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi in all rooms, this Santa Barbara, California motel is 5 minutes’ drive from Santa Barbara Museum Of Natural History. UC Santa Barbara is 15 minutes’ drive away.

    Muitas possibilidades de cafe da manhã ao redor do hotel

  • Motel 6-Santa Barbara, CA - State Street
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 583 reviews

    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...

    Clean, well stocked, easy access for room upstairs.

  • Ala Mar by the Sea
    5.9
    Scored 5.9
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 710 reviews

    This motel is located on Santa Barbara's waterfront, only one block from Stearns Wharf. The inn offers a danish and coffee each morning and views of the ocean and surrounding mountains.

    Couldn’t beat the location-right across from the beach

  • Ocean Breeze 3 br Vacation Home

    Just a 19-minute walk from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara and 0.7 miles from Santa Barbara City College, Ocean Breeze 3 br Vacation Home features accommodations in Santa Barbara with a garden.

  • Shoreline Cottage

    Just a 9-minute walk from One Thousand Steps Beach and 1.1 miles from Santa Barbara City College, Shoreline Cottage features accommodations in Santa Barbara with a shared lounge.

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Pet-Friendly Hotels That Guests Love in Santa Barbara

  • Avg. price/night: $285.17
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,092 reviews
    The location was incredible. It's very convenient to everywhere in SB. We rarely used our car. Room was super comfy. Super dog friendly.
    Usmotch
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $203.58
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 205 reviews
    I loved the location! Just 10 minutes north of downtown Santa Barbara! The staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. They greeted us with a bottle of wine and a room upgrade for our anniversary! I also really appreciated how dog friendly they were. Awesome accommodations! Highly recommend! We will be back! Thank you, Leta Hotel! The Jacobsons!
    Alisha
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $285.17
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,092 reviews
    Location close to the beach, great communal space that was inviting and ended up having some great interactions with fellow guests. Very pet friendly!
    Alexa
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $368.60
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 646 reviews
    location and pet friendly
    Green
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $249.66
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 287 reviews
    lovely property with Spanish courtyard and lots of greenery. Our room was a great size with 2 separate bedrooms. Felt like we had our own apartment which was perfect. close to state street too. Dog friendly property too, we brought our service dog but noticed the pet dog fee is only $20 which is very good for Santa Barbara
    Sarah
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $192.80
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,983 reviews
    clean, updated property with sufficient convenient free parking. dog friendly, no charge for dog which is great. 2 minute walk to the beach, great location for morning strolls along the ocean!
    Giovanna
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $192.80
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,983 reviews
    It was clean, the staff was very friendly and nice, and the location was awesome! Also, pet friendly so we were happy to bring our fur baby!
    Linda
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $424.80
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 119 reviews
    Location. The grounds are nice. Many places to relax and play, plus biles and yard games. Liked the "fireplace". Pet friendly. Staff was very nice and helpful.
    Ferren
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $285.17
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,092 reviews
    was a lovely place to stay, staff super friendly, helpful, professional and knowledgeable... Was also dog friendly we had not known but its great to know! Perfect location for walking to everything..
    R
    Renee
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $209.90
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 399 reviews
    Location was great. It's right off the freeway. Staff was friendly. Room was a nice size, liked the kitchen. Outside of Refrigerator was dirty and chipped but not a problem. We loved that the room did not have carpet. Hand sanitizer was in elevator, that was great! Very dog friendly! We would stay here again!
    Reynaldo
    Young couple

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