Best Hotels in Santa Barbara Downtown
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Guest favorite
La Playa Inn Santa Barbara
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Terrace
About 20 minutes' walk from Shoreline Public Park, the 3-star smoke-free La Playa Inn Santa Barbara includes 36 rooms. The comfortable inn in Santa Barbara offers a lift and a vending machine.
Situated in the vicinity of Chase Palm Waterfront Park, the hotel also gives access to such sports venues as the Los Baños Del Mar, which is merely 1.4 km away. At the La Playa Inn Santa Barbara you'll be 500 metres from West Beach.
The property is within a few blocks of the Moreton Bay Fig Tree.
La Playa Inn Santa Barbara
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Terrace
La Playa Inn Santa Barbara
About 20 minutes' walk from Shoreline Public Park, the 3-star smoke-free La Playa Inn Santa Barbara includes 36 rooms. The comfortable inn in Santa Barbara offers a lift and a vending machine.
Situated in the vicinity of Chase Palm Waterfront Park, the hotel also gives access to such sports venues as the Los Baños Del Mar, which is merely 1.4 km away. At the La Playa Inn Santa Barbara you'll be 500 metres from West Beach.
The property is within a few blocks of the Moreton Bay Fig Tree.
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Best-rated
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Beach access
Harbor House Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Patio
Harbor House Inn Santa Barbara offers 17 rooms a 12-minute walk from the Santa Barbara Harbor. This hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas.
Located in close proximity to the Moreton Bay Fig Tree, the 3-star inn also provides easy access to the Ambassador Park. The property is nestled 1 km from the Stearns Wharf.
The El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park is a 25-minute walk away.
Harbor House Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Patio
Harbor House Inn
Harbor House Inn Santa Barbara offers 17 rooms a 12-minute walk from the Santa Barbara Harbor. This hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas.
Located in close proximity to the Moreton Bay Fig Tree, the 3-star inn also provides easy access to the Ambassador Park. The property is nestled 1 km from the Stearns Wharf.
The El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park is a 25-minute walk away.
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Located in Santa Barbara Downtown with Paseo Nuevo, a shopping center with tiled courtyards, fountains, and chain retailers, just 0.6 km from the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden, the 4-star smoke-free Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages Santa Barbara features facials, a sun deck, and a picnic area. This Santa Barbara hotel, the history of which began in 1884, has 18 rooms.
The bed & breakfast is about a 10-minute ride from Chaucer's Bookstore, and approximately 25 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara Amtrak train station. Attractions, you can find 3.2 km from the Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages, include the Santa Barbara Harbor.
The property is located only steps away from First Christian Church and offers views of the garden.
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
Located in Santa Barbara Downtown with Paseo Nuevo, a shopping center with tiled courtyards, fountains, and chain retailers, just 0.6 km from the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden, the 4-star smoke-free Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages Santa Barbara features facials, a sun deck, and a picnic area. This Santa Barbara hotel, the history of which began in 1884, has 18 rooms.
The bed & breakfast is about a 10-minute ride from Chaucer's Bookstore, and approximately 25 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara Amtrak train station. Attractions, you can find 3.2 km from the Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages, include the Santa Barbara Harbor.
The property is located only steps away from First Christian Church and offers views of the garden.
Hotels in Santa Barbara City Centre With Parking
Marina Beach Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
The 3-star non-smoking Marina Beach Hotel Santa Barbara offers a location about a 5-minute stroll from the Ambassador Park and such amenities as a swimming pool, a sunbathing terrace and a picnic area. Located a short way from the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, this Santa Barbara hotel features a safety deposit box.
The hotel is in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, approximately 700 metres from Santa Barbara Amtrak train station. There is the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum around 10 minutes by car from the Marina Beach Santa Barbara.
Entertainment in the area includes Granada Theatre 2.3 km from the accommodation.
Marina Beach Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
Marina Beach Hotel
The 3-star non-smoking Marina Beach Hotel Santa Barbara offers a location about a 5-minute stroll from the Ambassador Park and such amenities as a swimming pool, a sunbathing terrace and a picnic area. Located a short way from the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, this Santa Barbara hotel features a safety deposit box.
The hotel is in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, approximately 700 metres from Santa Barbara Amtrak train station. There is the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum around 10 minutes by car from the Marina Beach Santa Barbara.
Entertainment in the area includes Granada Theatre 2.3 km from the accommodation.
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Beach access
The Franciscan Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
The 3-star smoke-free The Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara enjoys a comfortable location and provides easy access to the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum approximately 25 minutes' walk away. Situated in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, the comfortable hotel overlooks the pool and features a heated pool.
The Moreton Bay Fig Tree is not very far away, while Santa Barbara Amtrak train station is 700 metres from this hotel. The Franciscan also lies around a 30-minute walk from the Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse.
The property is in proximity to the Stearns Wharf.
The Franciscan Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
The Franciscan Hotel
The 3-star smoke-free The Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara enjoys a comfortable location and provides easy access to the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum approximately 25 minutes' walk away. Situated in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, the comfortable hotel overlooks the pool and features a heated pool.
The Moreton Bay Fig Tree is not very far away, while Santa Barbara Amtrak train station is 700 metres from this hotel. The Franciscan also lies around a 30-minute walk from the Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse.
The property is in proximity to the Stearns Wharf.
The Eagle Inn
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Spa & wellness centre
- Terrace
The Eagle Inn Santa Barbara features 29 rooms and lies 13 minutes' walk from the Stearns Wharf.
Located just 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Amtrak railway station, this inn stands a short way from the Moreton Bay Fig Tree. Guests can quickly get to the Kid-friendly Chase Palm Waterfront Park, which is a 14-minute walk away.
The white - sand Leadbetter Beach can also be found just 1.3 km from the Eagle Inn.
The Eagle Inn
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Spa & wellness centre
- Terrace
The Eagle Inn
The Eagle Inn Santa Barbara features 29 rooms and lies 13 minutes' walk from the Stearns Wharf.
Located just 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Amtrak railway station, this inn stands a short way from the Moreton Bay Fig Tree. Guests can quickly get to the Kid-friendly Chase Palm Waterfront Park, which is a 14-minute walk away.
The white - sand Leadbetter Beach can also be found just 1.3 km from the Eagle Inn.
Hotels in Downtown Santa Barbara With Pool
Simpson House Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Car park
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Massage
- Terrace
Offering air-conditioned rooms, the boutique-style Simpson House Inn Santa Barbara is around a 5-minute walk from the Kids World playground. This 5-star inn also offers guests Wi-Fi in public areas.
The hotel is located in the very heart of Santa Barbara 350 metres from the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park and a mere 1.7 km from the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum. The Simpson House Inn provides easy access to the El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, which is 16 minutes' walk away.
Shopping enthusiasts will enjoy being 2.8 km from Chaucer's Bookstore.
Simpson House Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Car park
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Massage
- Terrace
Simpson House Inn
Offering air-conditioned rooms, the boutique-style Simpson House Inn Santa Barbara is around a 5-minute walk from the Kids World playground. This 5-star inn also offers guests Wi-Fi in public areas.
The hotel is located in the very heart of Santa Barbara 350 metres from the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park and a mere 1.7 km from the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum. The Simpson House Inn provides easy access to the El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, which is 16 minutes' walk away.
Shopping enthusiasts will enjoy being 2.8 km from Chaucer's Bookstore.
Bath Street Inn
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Terrace
Offering a library, the 4-star smoke-free Bath Street Inn Santa Barbara lies in Santa Barbara Downtown with Paseo Nuevo, a shopping center with tiled courtyards, fountains, and chain retailers, nearly a 25-minute walk from the Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum and around 3 km from the Stearns Wharf. Air-conditioned rooms, Wi-Fi and secured parking on site are provided for guests onsite.
While staying in the comfortable hotel, you are invited to discover the Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse, located merely 1.8 km away, or visit sports venues like Peabody Stadium, which is 2.3 km away. Cultural sights in the area are the special gallery "Santa Barbara Museum of Art" (1.4 km) and the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum (1.7 km).
The nearby notable religious buildings include the Old Mission Santa Barbara, within 30 minutes' walk of the Bath Street Inn Santa Barbara.
Bath Street Inn
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Terrace
Bath Street Inn
Offering a library, the 4-star smoke-free Bath Street Inn Santa Barbara lies in Santa Barbara Downtown with Paseo Nuevo, a shopping center with tiled courtyards, fountains, and chain retailers, nearly a 25-minute walk from the Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum and around 3 km from the Stearns Wharf. Air-conditioned rooms, Wi-Fi and secured parking on site are provided for guests onsite.
While staying in the comfortable hotel, you are invited to discover the Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse, located merely 1.8 km away, or visit sports venues like Peabody Stadium, which is 2.3 km away. Cultural sights in the area are the special gallery "Santa Barbara Museum of Art" (1.4 km) and the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum (1.7 km).
The nearby notable religious buildings include the Old Mission Santa Barbara, within 30 minutes' walk of the Bath Street Inn Santa Barbara.
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Hotel Santa Barbara
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Fitness centre
Featuring luggage storage, the 3-star Hotel Santa Barbara is located just 6 minutes' stroll from the Santa Barbara Historical Museum. While staying in the hotel, you are invited to discover the Santa Barbara Zoo, located 2.8 km away, or walk for only 11 minutes to reach the non - profit non - collecting Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara.
This Santa Barbara hotel lies in the Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail district, nearly 25 minutes on foot from such family-friendly attractions as the Kids World playground. Be sure to visit the Seven Falls a stone's throw from the accommodation.
The Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum, a well-known local spot, is also only 350 metres from the hotel.
Hotel Santa Barbara
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Fitness centre
Hotel Santa Barbara
Featuring luggage storage, the 3-star Hotel Santa Barbara is located just 6 minutes' stroll from the Santa Barbara Historical Museum. While staying in the hotel, you are invited to discover the Santa Barbara Zoo, located 2.8 km away, or walk for only 11 minutes to reach the non - profit non - collecting Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara.
This Santa Barbara hotel lies in the Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail district, nearly 25 minutes on foot from such family-friendly attractions as the Kids World playground. Be sure to visit the Seven Falls a stone's throw from the accommodation.
The Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum, a well-known local spot, is also only 350 metres from the hotel.
Budget Hotels In Santa Barbara City Centre
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Castillo Inn At The Beach
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Heating
The perfect 2-star Castillo Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara is nestled near the entertainment district of Santa Barbara. Business travellers will appreciate conveniences like Wi-Fi in public areas and access to a xerox and complimentary wireless internet access.
The boutique inn is located in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, only 8 minutes on foot from the Stearns Wharf and 2.5 km from the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden. Comfortable Castillo Inn At The Beach is stationed only 1.8 km from the El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park.
The nearby entertainment attractions of Santa Barbara include the Santa Barbara Wine Collective, which is just 650 metres away.
Castillo Inn At The Beach
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Heating
Castillo Inn At The Beach
The perfect 2-star Castillo Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara is nestled near the entertainment district of Santa Barbara. Business travellers will appreciate conveniences like Wi-Fi in public areas and access to a xerox and complimentary wireless internet access.
The boutique inn is located in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, only 8 minutes on foot from the Stearns Wharf and 2.5 km from the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden. Comfortable Castillo Inn At The Beach is stationed only 1.8 km from the El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park.
The nearby entertainment attractions of Santa Barbara include the Santa Barbara Wine Collective, which is just 650 metres away.
Casa Castillo - Boutique Suites In Downtown Santa Barbara
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Terrace
Featuring air-conditioned rooms, Casa Castillo - Boutique Suites In Downtown Santa Barbara hotel is located 2.5 km from the Rocky Nook Park.
The aparthotel has a prime setting a 25-minute stroll from the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum. Granada Theatre is in proximity to the 3-star hotel.
A family vacation to Santa Barbara will become more exciting if you visit the Kids World playground lying 1.3 km from this accommodation.
Casa Castillo - Boutique Suites In Downtown Santa Barbara
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Terrace
Casa Castillo - Boutique Suites In Downtown Santa Barbara
Featuring air-conditioned rooms, Casa Castillo - Boutique Suites In Downtown Santa Barbara hotel is located 2.5 km from the Rocky Nook Park.
The aparthotel has a prime setting a 25-minute stroll from the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum. Granada Theatre is in proximity to the 3-star hotel.
A family vacation to Santa Barbara will become more exciting if you visit the Kids World playground lying 1.3 km from this accommodation.
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Beach access
Mason Beach Inn
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Car park
US$ 18 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
Featuring 45 rooms, the smoke-free Mason Beach Inn Santa Barbara is located near an entertainment district and about 10 minutes' walk from the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum. Offering walking tours, the 3-star hotel is in close proximity to the Ambassador Park.
The hotel is merely 1.7 km from the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, while the Kid-friendly Chase Palm Waterfront Park is just 1.2 km away. Natural attractions in the area include the El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, within 5 minutes' drive of the Mason Beach Inn Santa Barbara, and a beautiful beach is 500 metres away.
Also, La Playa Field is situated 0.8 km away. Enjoy the proximity to Shoreline Public Park, which is nearly 20 minutes' walk away.
Mason Beach Inn
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Car park
US$ 18 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
Mason Beach Inn
Featuring 45 rooms, the smoke-free Mason Beach Inn Santa Barbara is located near an entertainment district and about 10 minutes' walk from the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum. Offering walking tours, the 3-star hotel is in close proximity to the Ambassador Park.
The hotel is merely 1.7 km from the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, while the Kid-friendly Chase Palm Waterfront Park is just 1.2 km away. Natural attractions in the area include the El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, within 5 minutes' drive of the Mason Beach Inn Santa Barbara, and a beautiful beach is 500 metres away.
Also, La Playa Field is situated 0.8 km away. Enjoy the proximity to Shoreline Public Park, which is nearly 20 minutes' walk away.
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Beach access
Harbor View Inn
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Pool with view
Nestled in The Funk Zone with galleries, studios, museums, microbreweries, and restaurants, the 4-star Harbor View Inn Santa Barbara is 350 m from culture-oriented attractions like the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center.
The Old Mission Santa Barbara stands 3.6 km away, and the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum is within a few blocks of this inn. The hotel is located just 550 m from the Stearns Wharf and the Ambassador Park.
The Harbor View Inn is also 19 minutes' walk from Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall.
Harbor View Inn
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Pool with view
Harbor View Inn
Nestled in The Funk Zone with galleries, studios, museums, microbreweries, and restaurants, the 4-star Harbor View Inn Santa Barbara is 350 m from culture-oriented attractions like the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center.
The Old Mission Santa Barbara stands 3.6 km away, and the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum is within a few blocks of this inn. The hotel is located just 550 m from the Stearns Wharf and the Ambassador Park.
The Harbor View Inn is also 19 minutes' walk from Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall.
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Beach access
Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
Offering 20 rooms, the lovely Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara is near the entertainment district of Santa Barbara and only 1.3 km from Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall. Located in the vicinity of the Moreton Bay Fig Tree, this 3-star smoke-free hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness studio.
The MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation is 900 m from the hotel, and Granada Theatre is around 25 minutes' walk from it. Cultural sights in the area include the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, which is 0.9 km away.
The Pershing Park is also right near Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara.
Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach
Offering 20 rooms, the lovely Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara is near the entertainment district of Santa Barbara and only 1.3 km from Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall. Located in the vicinity of the Moreton Bay Fig Tree, this 3-star smoke-free hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness studio.
The MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation is 900 m from the hotel, and Granada Theatre is around 25 minutes' walk from it. Cultural sights in the area include the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, which is 0.9 km away.
The Pershing Park is also right near Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara.
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Beachside Inn
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Heated swimming pool
Beachside Inn Santa Barbara enjoys an oceanfront location and provides easy access to Carriage and Western Art Nonprofit Museum around 5 minutes' walk away. Situated just 0.7 km from the Santa Barbara Harbor in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, the inn features an outdoor swimming pool.
This 3-star hotel is nestled in Santa Barbara, within walking distance of a harbour. The Santa Barbara Wine Collective is a short way from the Beachside Inn.
Also, the Waterfront is approximately 500 metres away.
Beachside Inn
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Heated swimming pool
Beachside Inn
Beachside Inn Santa Barbara enjoys an oceanfront location and provides easy access to Carriage and Western Art Nonprofit Museum around 5 minutes' walk away. Situated just 0.7 km from the Santa Barbara Harbor in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, the inn features an outdoor swimming pool.
This 3-star hotel is nestled in Santa Barbara, within walking distance of a harbour. The Santa Barbara Wine Collective is a short way from the Beachside Inn.
Also, the Waterfront is approximately 500 metres away.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Downtown Hotels in Santa Barbara, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| La Playa Inn Santa Barbara |
9.1 / 10 (2186 Reviews) |
From 75$ | |
| Harbor House Inn |
9.8 / 10 (278 Reviews) |
From 195$ | |
| Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages |
9.5 / 10 (335 Reviews) |
From 200$ | |
| Marina Beach Hotel |
9.3 / 10 (1223 Reviews) |
From 223$ | |
| The Franciscan Hotel |
8.9 / 10 (2125 Reviews) |
From 175$ |
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