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A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.
A bar area with a high ceiling and skylight, wooden flooring, and a bar counter with stools.
A room with a wooden floor, two brown armchairs, a round table with a book and a plant, a framed painting on the wall, and a wooden door with intricate carvings.
A spacious dining area with a central island, round tables, and comfortable seating.

1. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Downtown Santa Barbara
United States
Karri
€252
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hotel Santa Barbara
A sunlit balcony with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant. The balcony features arched windows with a view of palm trees and the sea.
A coastal view with a beach, palm trees, and a white building with a red roof.
A spacious room with two sofas facing a glass table, a vase with flowers, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

2. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
melanie
€295
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Santa Barbara Inn
A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.
A two-story house with a covered porch, a small garden, and a brick pathway.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with wicker furniture, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
Lobby sitting area

3. The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
United States
Rana
€245
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Upham Hotel
A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.
A living room with a round coffee table, two sofas, and a large window with a view of palm trees and a beach.
A hotel room with a large window, two chairs, a small table, and a lamp.
A two-story building with a tiled roof, multiple windows, and a well-maintained garden with flowering plants and a tree.

4. The Milo

The Milo
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Susan
€280
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
The Milo
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a runway and palm trees.
A spacious lobby with modern seating, a high ceiling, and a large arched window.
A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a view of the ocean.
A coastal hotel with a beach view, palm trees, and mountainous background.

5. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
John
€273
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
A patio with a sofa and a small table, surrounded by potted plants and a wooden deck.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table. There is a staircase leading to an upper level.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a TV, and a bookshelf.
A bar area with a high ceiling, bar stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

6. Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
Santa Barbara
United States
Cindy
€246
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Montecito Inn
A cozy indoor seating area with a swing chair, a cushioned bench, and a coffee table.
A patio area with outdoor furniture, a fire pit, and a view of a building with multiple balconies.
A spacious living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A cozy seating area with round tables and cushioned benches, large windows with blinds, and hanging pendant lights.

7. The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Santa Barbara
United Kingdom
Cecil
€247
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.
A modern bedroom with a large window, a bedside table, a chair, and a built-in kitchen area.
A hallway leading to a living area with a sofa, a small table, and a view of greenery outside.
A star-shaped hanging light fixture in a white-walled room with an arched ceiling.

8. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
Laguna
United States
Matthew
€249
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
A hotel entrance with a large glass ceiling, multiple chandeliers, and palm trees.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large chandelier.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a railing, and a view of the ocean.
A long dining table with chairs, chandeliers, and large windows.

9. Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Alyse
€295
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a railing with artwork.
A rooftop patio with a fireplace, outdoor seating, and a pergola.

10. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Downtown Santa Barbara
United States
Gavin
€401
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
A building entrance with a tiled floor, an arched doorway, and large potted plants.
A balcony with potted plants, a hanging lantern, and a view of mountains.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a spiral staircase, and a kitchen area with stainless steel appliances.
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

11. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
Oak Park
United States
Nimisha
€197
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a small pool.
A white building with a red roof, a stone wall, and a staircase leading to a door.
A cozy living room with a bar area, comfortable seating, and a large window with plants.

12. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
Laguna
United States
Maria
€408
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Palihouse Santa Barbara
A modern living room with a white desk, a computer, a sofa, and a fireplace.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, white walls, a sloped ceiling, a window with a view of trees, and bedside lamps.
A balcony with wicker furniture and a view of mountains and houses.
A two-story house with large windows, a front porch, and a well-maintained garden.

13. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Channah
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.
A coastal walkway with a wooden deck, palm trees, and a clear sky.
The exterior of Hotel Virginia with a prominent entrance, a flag, and a well-lit facade.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bar area in the background.

14. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Downtown Santa Barbara
United States
Irina
€208
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.
A modern entrance with a glass door, a potted plant, and a number '8' on the wall.
A white building with a red-tiled roof, a covered entrance, and a garden with various plants.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a grey sofa, and a painting of a wave on the wall.

15. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
Santa Barbara
United States
Jhoana
€216
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
A modern living room with a beige sofa, blue cushions, wicker chairs, and a large window with a view of palm trees.
The exterior of the Blue Sands Inn, featuring a white facade with blue signage, surrounded by lush tropical plants and palm trees.
A two-story house with a swimming pool, a staircase with colorful tiles, and a balcony.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, and a view of greenery through the window.

16. Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
United Kingdom
Jo
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
A beige sofa with multiple cushions, a white vase with greenery, and a window with blinds.
A hallway leading to a dining area with a wooden floor, white walls, and a black railing.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view of the outdoors through the windows.

17. Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Jacob
€302
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Casa Yano by The Beach
Room
A cozy living room with a sofa, a fireplace, and a window with a view of greenery.
A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, two stools, a hanging light fixture, and a vase with flowers.
A dark-colored house with a front porch, a gated entrance, and a mailbox.

18. The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
Santa Barbara
United States
Sonya
€303
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
The Craft House Inn
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with stools, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of greenery.

19. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel
Santa Barbara
United States
David
€217
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel
A beachside street lined with palm trees and a stop sign.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a glass coffee table, a sofa, a leather armchair, and a chessboard.
A courtyard with a tiled floor, a glass table, and a planter with flowers.
A staircase with ornate, colorful tiles leading to a building entrance.

20. Tide Pool Villas

Tide Pool Villas
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Lisa
€228
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Tide Pool Villas
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Santa Barbara and related destinations

Nestled between mountains and sea, this Spanish-influenced coastal paradise offers wine tasting and red-tiled architecture along State Street. Rent bikes to explore the palm-lined waterfront, then catch sunset from Stearns Wharf where locals recommend the fresh seafood.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 4-star hotels in Santa Barbara?
Kick back in 4-star hotel comfort at Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel. Ranked highly by many of our guests, it comes with Frette Italian sheets and a terrace. Also take a look at The Upham Hotel. A pillowtop mattress and a terrace make this stay another traveller favourite in Santa Barbara.
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in Santa Barbara?
If you choose to stay at a 4-star hotel in Santa Barbara, you'll typically find lots of conveniences to ensure you're relaxed, such as a restaurant, pool and gym. You can enjoy high-quality service and upscale surroundings. Pick a 5-star hotel and you'll get a few extra perks — think on-site spas, around-the-clock concierge and opulent turndown services. You'll most likely get extra amenities and first-class services at a 5-star retreat, but both are fabulous options for luxury travellers.

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