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La Playa Inn Santa Barbara, hotel in Santa Barbara

The Pacific Ocean is less than 5 minutes’ walk from this Santa Barbara property. Continental breakfast and free WiFi are provided. A refrigerator is included in each room.

Beautiful property, clean, great space, there was ample car chargers
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
2,443 reviews
Price from
$293.55
1 night, 2 adults
Beachside Inn, hotel in Santa Barbara

Located across the street from the Santa Barbara Harbor and a 5 minutes' walk from the beach, this hotel offers a year-round outdoor pool and complimentary parking.

Fantastic location for anyone seeking easy access to the ocean and beach. The staff was polite, kind, and very responsive. Parking was convenient, and the 24-hour availability of free coffee and tea in the lobby was a nice touch. The room was thoughtfully equipped with amenities like water bottles, makeup remover wipes, and even crystal glasses, which added an extra layer of comfort and care.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very Good
3,113 reviews
Price from
$445.20
1 night, 2 adults
Cabrillo Inn at the Beach, hotel in Santa Barbara

Located directly across from the beach, this Santa Barbara hotel offers a heated outdoor pool and free WiFi. The Zoological Gardens are a short walk away.

Scored 7.3
7.3
Rated good
Good
1,385 reviews
Price from
$114
1 night, 2 adults
Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara, hotel in Santa Barbara

Located 4 mi from Arroyo Burro Beach Country Park, this hotel in Santa Barbara, California offers an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center.

Accesible, easy check-in.
Scored 7.5
7.5
Rated good
Good
1,233 reviews
Price from
$149
1 night, 2 adults
Santa Barbara Inn, hotel in Santa Barbara

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

Good food
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated excellent
Excellent
546 reviews
Price from
$319
1 night, 2 adults
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Santa Barbara's best hotels with breakfast

  • Beachside Inn
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 3,113 reviews

    Located across the street from the Santa Barbara Harbor and a 5 minutes' walk from the beach, this hotel offers a year-round outdoor pool and complimentary parking.

    Everything except the pool , it was way to cold !!!

  • Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 285 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

  • Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 103 reviews

    Located in Santa Barbara, 2.7 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara, Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta has accommodations with free bikes, private parking, a fitness center...

    Very clean very comfortable. Nice staff great location.

  • Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 265 reviews

    Set in Santa Barbara, Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta is 9.9 mi 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
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 152 reviews

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

    It is a beautiful property. The rooms are very nice.

  • Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 643 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.

    Very comfortable, excellent value and helpful staff.

  • Inn by the Harbor
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 627 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.

    A great garden setting and pool area. Helpful staff

  • Brisas Del Mar Inn at the Beach
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 356 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 center of Santa Barbara

  • Palihouse Santa Barbara
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 251 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

  • Santa Barbara Inn
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 546 reviews

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

    It was an amazing hotel huge rooms and great views

  • The Upham Hotel
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 392 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.

    Everything went great. Breakfast and coffee were good too

  • De La Vina Inn
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 95 reviews

    Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, De La Vina Inn is located in the center of Santa Barbara, 1.6 miles from East Beach.

    Beautiful historical building in a fantastic location

  • Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 533 reviews

    Avania Inn of Santa Barbara is located at 1.5 blocks from the waterfront and Stearn's Wharf. All guest rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi.

    The room, location and breakfast were all exceptional.

  • Hotel Californian
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    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.

    Staff, hotel decor and surrounding atmosphere in the area.

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

    Hotel Santa Barbara is waiting for you in the heart of downtown where warm hospitality meets rich history.

    Great location, comfortable bed and friendly staff

  • The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 188 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.

    Facilities and extras such as garden games were amazing.

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What Guests Said About Santa Barbara:

  • Scored 10
    10

    We visited to stay overnight after attending the swearing in...

    We visited to stay overnight after attending the swearing in and welcome reception at the SB Historical Society for new City of Santa Barbara employees including one new police officer who is our friend. I was dismayed that to visit the Santa Barbara Zoo, the only option for two seniors who had 90 minutes to visit on a Friday would be to buy 2 memberships costing $50. Some discounted or day rates would have been welcome.
    Randall
  • Scored 10
    10

    Don't miss the wineries and vineyards outside of Santa...

    Don't miss the wineries and vineyards outside of Santa Barbara. Enjoy the tasting rooms located in the city center, as well as the great restaurants. Old Mission is always a favorite spot. Have a cocktail at one of the many famous classic hotels.
    Glen
    United States of America
  • Scored 10
    10

    Santa Barbara has so much to offer.

    Santa Barbara has so much to offer. We ended up walking along State Street and visiting some cool galleries and shops. Really nice unique restaurants and even a Turkish coffee and sweets shop were some of the highlights. We also visited the campus of UCSB, which is beautiful too. We didn't get a chance to visit the beach this time, but we did enjoy the natural history museum.
    MAGGIETEXT
    United States of America
  • Scored 10
    10

    Not that I like ton of tourists around when I travel but it...

    Not that I like ton of tourists around when I travel but it was the off-season so things were a bit dead abound Santa Barbara during the week. I am sure the weekend would have been more live. But it is still a neat small city and easy to get around without a car. The restaurants were pretty good, too.
    Dennis
    United States of America
  • Scored 10
    10

    Santa Barbara is a lovely place to visit - there's not a...

    Santa Barbara is a lovely place to visit - there's not a huge amount going on, but that's the way we liked it. We ate really good food, drank REALLY good wine and enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere. Everyone we met was lovely and we highly recommend visiting to anyone :-D
    Lesley
    United Kingdom
  • Scored 6.0
    6.0

    We were there on a Saturday night. Very busy in the CBD.

    We were there on a Saturday night. Very busy in the CBD. Difficult to get a parking space. Difficult to get a table at a restaurant- had to wait. Lots of homeless people along the beach front, so didn’t feel safe to walk to town at night. Lovely location between the mountains and the sea. Would have liked a little more time to check out the shops and the beach during the day.
    Kirsty
    Australia

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  • From $206.43 per night
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 643 reviews
    Large spacious room. Hotel served good complimentary continental breakfast. Reception staff very helpful/friendly, accommodating my additional requests. Good size fridge and microwave available in room. Beds comfortable and en suite bathroom provides a good shower (with complimentary shower gel/shampoo/conditioner) Large swimming pool (quiet during our stay) with complimentary sun beds and towels. Great stay in Santa Barbara and I would definitely recommend.
    Sarah
    United Kingdom
  • From $254.01 per night
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 2,324 reviews
    Lovely hotel just a short walk from the beach in Santa Barbara. Quiet area with lots of parking available outside. Friendly staff. Clean, spacious rooms. Liked the clothes steamer provided. Didn’t eat in the hotel as lots of good restaurants within walking distance. The main shopping area of Santa Barbara is no distance away. No need to drive as you can walk everywhere. Would highly recommend and would stay again.
    Martina
    Ireland
  • From $101.46 per night
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,817 reviews
    The owner was friendly and honest. I was so tired I did not realize l left my cell phone at the lobby. I was in my room less than five minutes. Someone knocks on the door and it was the hotel owner with my cell phone! My room was clean with a comfortable bed. I was in town for the Santa Barbara Film Festival and the hotel was on the same street as the theatre!
    Oliva
    United States of America
  • From $258.84 per night
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 2,443 reviews
    A clean and comfortable place walking distance from the beach. The main city center of Santa Barbara is about a 15 minutes walk away. Breakfast was very simple. Parking was also included in the room rate. Also enjoyed the layout of the Hotel with a comfortable community area to sit outside and socialize.
    Marcel
    Switzerland
  • From $192.66 per night
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 1,661 reviews
    The room was spacious and very comfortable. The reception staff were all very friendly and knowledgeable of the area with good recommendations of restaurants and shops and places to visit.The location was was near the beach and was in a quiet area.
    Raymond
    United Kingdom

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