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The 30 Best Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Based on 54,933 guest reviews

Marina Beach Motel

#1 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 2 days ago

  • “Great weekend getaway spot and location to beach and town.”
  • “Would stay again”
  • “The front folks were so kind and helpful. Would stay here again just bc of that fact”

Ranked 1 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 1 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

The Eagle Inn

#2 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 6 days ago

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  • “Quiet.”
  • “The Eagle Inn was charming, and the staff was extremely helpful and accommodating!”

Ranked 2 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 2 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

La Playa Inn Santa Barbara

#3 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: yesterday

  • “Great place to stay in Santa Barbara”
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  • “A beautiful little hotel in great location for the beach and main town.”

Ranked 3 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 3 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

Circle Bar B Guest Ranch

#4 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 2 days ago

  • “Beautiful Gem in the woods! Great staff Awesome”
  • “would love to come again and stay for more than 1 night”
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Ranked 4 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 4 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

Palihouse Santa Barbara

#5 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 6 days ago

  • “Palihouse was absolutely adorable and an example of wonderful maintenance”
  • “Boutique Experience”
  • “I would totally recommend it!”

Ranked 5 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 5 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

Santa Barbara Inn

#6 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 9 days ago

  • “pleasant, great location, quiet”
  • “Wally parking guy where excellent”
  • “Views location.”

Ranked 6 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 6 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

Mason Beach Inn

#7 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: yesterday

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  • “Noise in the bedroom at night ”
  • “Super holiday get away in a great location for the beach”

Ranked 7 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 7 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

#8 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 9 days ago

  • “great location, Across the street from Amtrak station.”
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Ranked 8 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 8 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

Harbor View Inn

#9 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: yesterday

  • “Update your website”
  • “Excellent location.”
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Ranked 9 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 9 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

Brisas Del Mar Inn at the Beach

#10 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 7 days ago

  • “Loved our stay”
  • “Location, breakfast, staff”
  • “Fantastic.im going back”

Ranked 10 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 10 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

#11 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 24 days ago

  • “”
  • “The breakfast was great had a lot of choices.”
  • “Beds and sofas could use an upgrade”

Ranked 11 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 11 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

The Upham Hotel

#12 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 2 days ago

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  • “Beatiful and clean hotel at an excellent location!”

Ranked 12 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 12 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

Castillo Inn at the Beach

#13 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 2 days ago

  • “Lovely little place, well worth a visit”
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Ranked 13 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 13 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

Coast Village Inn

#14 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 4 days ago

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  • “Felt like a cut above a motel accommodation. Park in front of your room and could hear everyone walking by.”

Ranked 14 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 14 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

#15 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 2 days ago

  • “Exceptionally clean and amazing staff ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
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Ranked 15 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 15 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

De La Vina Inn

#16 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 4 days ago

  • “Urine and moisture smell in the room.”
  • “”
  • “Maria is a wonderful and attentive hostess!”

Ranked 16 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 16 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

Agave Inn

#17 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 6 days ago

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  • “Would stay again!”
  • “Friendly and helpful staff”

Ranked 17 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 17 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

El Capitan Canyon

#18 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 22 days ago

  • “We had a wonderful stay as a family.”
  • “Great family trip with grandchild and extended family.”
  • “We enjoyed our stay they have a lot of activities. Is great for families.”

Ranked 18 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 18 of for hotels in Capitan.

Hotel Californian

#19 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 9 days ago

  • “Excellent. Great rooms, clean, well kept, great staff”
  • “A heritage hotel right @ the funk zone .”
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Ranked 19 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 19 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

Inn by the Harbor

#20 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 5 days ago

  • “”
  • “Adorable inn by the sea with a pleasant atmosphere”
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Ranked 20 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 20 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

Hotel Santa Barbara

#21 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 3 days ago

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  • “Best stop of my year!!”
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Ranked 21 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 21 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

#22 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 2 days ago

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  • “Loved the professionalism of the property the staff, the...”
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Ranked 22 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 22 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

#23 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 3 days ago

  • “Good”
  • “The ants in our room including our bed ruined our stay. We had to cut our visit short and demand a refund. It is such a”
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Ranked 23 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 23 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

#24 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 2 days ago

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  • “The toilet was too small”
  • “Newly renovated except for cooling unit”

Ranked 24 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 24 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

Beachside Inn

#25 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 2 days ago

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Ranked 25 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 25 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

#26 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 2 days ago

  • “Room size was ok.”
  • “”
  • “Nice staff, free parking, looks good from the outside.”

Ranked 26 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 26 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

#27 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 3 days ago

  • “Gorgeous Property, Terrible Stay”
  • “I loved the size of the suite.”
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Ranked 27 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 27 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

#28 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 5 days ago

  • “Dissapointing”
  • “Beautiful grounds and service but room needs work!”
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Ranked 28 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 28 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

#29 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 17 days ago

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  • “VEry nice hotel, clean room, friendly stuff.”

Ranked 29 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 29 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

Motel 6-Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

#30 of 69 Hotels in Santa Barbara and Vicinity

Last review posted: 2 days ago

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  • “Whatever!!”
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Ranked 30 out of 69 in the region, as well as being 30 of for hotels in Santa Barbara.

Guests' Choice shows you the best and most reviewed properties on top. This is based on the most important topics to our guests, like the number of recent reviews, the review score and the expertise of the reviewer.

Recent reviews

  • Castillo Inn at the Beach Review score: 9

    “Great location close to the beach. Clean and quiet. Great, helpful staff”

  • Sunset Motel Review score: 8

    “it was okay”

  • The Presidio Review score: 7

    “It was a great location, close to the centre and easy to park which was free. We walked down into Santa Barbara in the day time and it was a nice walk, further than you think. However we did not get a new refurbished room like the ones in the photos on here so miss sold really and would not pay the rate per night if I knew this!”

  • Cabrillo Inn at the Beach Review score: 8

    “Loved the beds, super comfy”

  • Motel 6-Santa Barbara, CA - State Street Review score: 6

    “Cheap, ok for one night.”

  • Santa Barbara Inn Review score: 10

    “Beautiful hotel”

  • Best Western Plus Santa Barbara Review score: 8

    “Large spacious rooms, good size bathroom with nice toiletries and plenty of towels. Very good swimming pool with sun loungers and beach towels provided at reception. Handy cafe/restaurant beside the property open from 7am for breakfast.”

  • La Playa Inn Santa Barbara Review score: 9

    “Great location. Good sized rooms. Courtyard with seating was lovely. Complimentary hot drinks and breakfast a bonus.”

  • Marina Beach Motel Review score: 10

    “Absolutely beautiful place , free breakfast was a great bonus Everyone was so friendly and Bowie the dog was too cute thank you for a wonderful stay Highly recommend this hotel”

  • El Encanto Santa Barbara Review score: 7

    “Breakfast was delicious. Location amazing. Property beautiful.”

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