Lowest Hotel Price | $56 |
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Most Popular Hotel (5-star) | The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara |
Hotels Near Airport | 9340 |
Average Length of Stay | 3 days |
On average, people stay in Santa Barbara for a total of 3 nights.
A hotel room in Santa Barbara will generally set you back around $429 per night. This figure is an average and prices will vary according to the facilities, location and room availability at your desired hotel.
The cheapest month to book a hotel in Santa Barbara is January. The cost of your room could be as much as 25% cheaper than peak months.
Room prices for hotels in Santa Barbara will be at their lowest on Sunday and peak on Friday.
Luxury hotels in Santa Barbara are priced around $774 a night for each person. Opting for a luxury hotel could add 41%% on top of the price of an average hotel in Santa Barbara, which stands at $429 a night for each person.
$86 is how much a hostel (and up to 2 star hotels) in Santa Barbara could cost you each night. Booking a hostel could save you $374 when compared to the average price of a hotel in Santa Barbara.
With an average temperature of 51.8 °F and expected precipitation of 2″, December is a great month to explore the outdoors near Santa Barbara. Some great places to visit near Santa Barbara in December are Channel Islands National Park, Mammoth Mountain, and Chatsworth Peak.
Yes, Santa Barbara has 787 vacation rentals available. If you’re interested in a vacation rental in Santa Barbara, East Beach Retreats is the most popular in the city. Compare deals on vacation rentals in Santa Barbara.
Yes, Santa Barbara hostels are available if you aren’t interested in staying at a traditional hotel. Social Stays - Santa Barbara's First Hostel On State Street is the most popular out of the 2 hostels in Santa Barbara. Search for deals on hostels in Santa Barbara.
There are 807 operators available for hotels in Santa Barbara as of December 2024.
Prices for hotels in Santa Barbara are updated daily.
Below are the 10 user recommended hotels in the area of Santa Barbara that is closest to Stearns Wharf. The average price near Stearns Wharf is $256/night, with prices varying based on several factors including time of year. Hotels near Stearns Wharf are typically 2% more expensive than the average hotel in Santa Barbara, which is $250.
The average price for hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo is $191 per night. Of those hotels, momondo users recommend the 10 hotels below for those looking to stay in the area. Since Santa Barbara Zoo is more popular at some times of year than others, prices may vary depending on when you plan your trip. Hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo are typically 23% less expensive than the average hotel in Santa Barbara, which is $250.
The average price for hotels near West Beach is $256 per night. Of those hotels, momondo users recommend the 10 hotels below for those looking to stay in the area. Since West Beach is more popular at some times of year than others, prices may vary depending on when you plan your trip. Hotels near West Beach are typically 2% more expensive than the average hotel in Santa Barbara, which is $250.
With lush green and golden hillsides cascading into sparkling waters and red-tile roofs creating a brilliant contrast with clear blue skies, Santa Barbara county rightfully earns its moniker of ‘The American Riviera’. There are several neighborhoods and small towns within Santa Barbara, and each offers a unique experience and lifestyle. Choose where to stay based on the kind of experience you want to take home.
Downtown Santa Barbara – Cosmopolitan
Downtown Santa Barbara is a pedestrian-friendly area that vividly displays its Spanish heritage. The cool cafés, shops, restaurants, and Spanish Revival architecture featuring classic red rooftops, white-washed walls and colorful tiles, all come together to create a charming package. In the heart of downtown, stay in luxurious rooms at the Kimpton Canary Santa Barbara, a Spanish-style hotel with an indulgent rooftop pool and several complimentary amenities. Check out The Upham Hotel, an 1871-dated historic landmark, and the oldest operating hotel in Southern California. This small boutique property is located amid the buzz of downtown shopping and dining. It features comfortable rooms and suites with sweeping redwood verandas.
Santa Barbara Waterfront – Adventure
The Santa Barbara Waterfront area is picture perfect with views of its famed coastline, palm tree-lined shores, pristine beaches, and the Santa Ynez mountains in the background. Biking and walking paths run parallel to the beaches, making it easy to soak in the sun and enjoy the scenery at the same time. Enjoy unobstructed views of the scenic coastline and mountains from your hotel room at the Santa Barbara Inn, an upscale hotel on East Beach, just a 9-minute walk from the Santa Barbara Zoo. Check out the plush, Spanish Colonial-style rooms featuring wrought-iron balconies overlooking the ocean at The Ritz-Carlton Barcara, Santa Barbara. This luxurious hotel is the only property in the area with direct access to the beach.
The Funk Zone – Fresh and Funky
The area between the ocean and Highway 101 has emerged into a contemporary neighborhood with an artistic flair. The streets are filled with boutique tasting rooms, trendy cafés and art galleries. You’ll also find several shops housed in converted warehouses decorated with graffiti murals, selling vintage and modern goods. Budding chefs, brewers and wine-makers practice their craft in this part of the city. In the heart of Funk Zone, you have Hotel Indigo Santa Barbara that features well-appointed guest rooms, sunny patios, and an on-site art library and museum that takes inspiration from its creative surroundings.
Presidio – History
Presidio is where you can experience Santa Barbara’s unique history. This area is home to museums, historic homes, shops and eateries that blend coastal appeal with a European setting. Check out Simpson House Inn, an 1874-dated Victorian mansion converted into a refined B&B that offers country-style suites and bright, airy cottages. You can also consider the individually decorated rooms and suites in Cheshire Cat Inn, a family-run B&B set in 2 Victorian Queen Anne–style homes and Craftsman-style cottages.
Goleta – The Good Land
Nicknamed ‘The Good Land’, Goleta is a delightful locality that features surf-friendly beaches, farm-fresh food, local craft breweries and wineries. This area is also home to a flourishing tech industry, several golfing venues, and the University of California in Santa Barbara. Within ½ a mile from the university, enjoy contemporary rooms, modern comforts and the Mediterranean-style décor of the Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta. Check out the traditional and spacious 1-bedroom accommodation in Pacifica Suites, a classic all-suites hotel, just 2-miles from Goleta Beach.
Montecito – Luxury meets Leisure
Montecito, meaning ‘little mountain’, is flush with celebrity-owned estates and manors, luxurious resorts, and a wide selection of high-end shops and restaurants. The area exudes an effortless chic vibe, and the unspoken rule is that no one makes a fuss on spotting a famous face anywhere in the neighborhood. Enjoy country-chic cottages and suites decorated with Persian rugs and crystal chandeliers at the San Ysidro Ranch, an 1893-dated luxury resort set on a 500-acre ranch at the foot of the Santa Ynez mountain range.
In Santa Barbara, it’s not difficult to find cheap accommodation in the downtown area or along the waterfront. Several quaint inns and family run B&Bs offer budget-friendly accommodation with excellent amenities. Consider the colorful retro-style rooms in Agave Inn in the heart of Downtown Santa Barbara. Check out the tastefully decorated rooms at A White Jasmine Inn, a quaint B&B located on a quiet residential street in the theater district. In the West Beach neighborhood, just a 3-minute walk from the beach, you have The Eagle Inn, a comfortable boutique hotel with individually decorated rooms. A 12-minute walk from Stearns Wharf, stay in sleek rooms and suites at the Casa Del Mar Inn, a Spanish-style hotel surrounded by excellent shopping, dining, and entertainment.
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