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Santa Barbara Hotel Guide. Hotels in Lower State, Santa Barbara, United States of America

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Our top choices for Lower State hotels

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.

1. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (717 reviews)
"Great place and walking distance to fun bars"
United States
Rodney J
The price is €147
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Haley Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

2. Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
Lower State
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Thank you for such a great stay, loved it!"
United States
Trent
The price is €172
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Riviera Beach House
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

3. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location. Great staff at desk and valet. Very nice room. We’ll want to stay there again."
United States
John
The price is €217
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.

4. Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Lower State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (824 reviews)
"noisy because it is near 101 and expensive"
United States
Hongtao
The price is €225
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Moxy Santa Barbara
A spacious living area with a large window, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.

5. The Inn At Anatega

The Inn At Anatega
2.5 star property
Lower State
The price is €428
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Inn At Anatega
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

6. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Lower State
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (508 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Emeterio
The price is €239
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

7. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,558 reviews)
"We loved it here!"
United States
Morgan
The price is €316
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel Santa Barbara
A coastal road leading to a pier with a view of the ocean and beach.

8. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower State
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (276 reviews)
"Highly recommended."
United States
NAYA
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of buildings in the background.

9. Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
Lower State
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean best service, beautiful location"
United States
Karen
The price is €578
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hotel Californian
An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

10. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Lower State
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,326 reviews)
"It was a super cute and spacious hotel room felt like a mini apartment I loved it"
United States
Carlos
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Franciscan Hotel
A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.

11. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Lower State
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Cozy and cool property just a block away from the harbor. Great location to"
United States
James
The price is €163
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Harbor House Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

12. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,438 reviews)
"Excellent location, clean and comfortable room."
United States
Anne
The price is €144
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.

13. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
0.5 km from Lower State
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (234 reviews)
"This property was exactly as advertised. Very clean, very private, in a perfect location for everything Santa Barbara has to offer"
United States
Ryan
The price is €209
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

14. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,201 reviews)
"Lovely quiet hotel in a wonderful location! Will definitely stay there again"
United States
Ingrid
The price is €171
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Marina Beach Hotel
A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."

15. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.9 km from Lower State
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Nice, we would stay here again."
United States
Wesley
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Castillo Inn at the Beach
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the marina through a glass door.

16. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.9 km from Lower State
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,317 reviews)
"Would stay again"
United States
Jose
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Beachside Inn
A courtyard with a curved seating area, a fire pit, and a bicycle.

17. Casa Del Mar Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Amazing place and wonderful staff!"
United States
Tzu-ying
The price is €165
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Casa Del Mar Inn
A green double door with a keypad lock and a small window.

18. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
3.0 star property
Laguna, 1.1 km from Lower State
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (321 reviews)
"Very clean and neat room for a few nights stay and convenience to a lot of places within walking distance."
United States
Isaac
The price is €167
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
A beach with palm trees, a pier, and a flag.

19. Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.6 km from Lower State
6.2 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Love the walking distance to the beach."
United States
Ashley
The price is €157
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Ala Mar by the Sea
A building entrance with a sign reading '1915 CASA IGLESIA,' an arched doorway, and large potted plants.

20. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
Oak Park, 2.4 km from Lower State
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (86 reviews)
"We loved our stay! The aesthetics were on point, and we really appreciated all the name-brand touches, from the Crate & Barrel sofa and CB2 dishes to the TOTO toilet. Everything had a beautiful, high-end feel. The location was nice and quiet, and free parking was a huge plus!"
United States
Mia
The price is €192
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
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Compare top hotels in Lower State

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.

Haley Hotel

3.5 star property
Lower State
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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Riviera Beach House

3.5 star property
Lower State
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A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
Lower State
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A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.

Moxy Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
Lower State
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A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
Lower State
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8.8
Excellent
717 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,002 reviews
8.6
Excellent
1,001 reviews
8.6
Excellent
824 reviews
8.4
Very good
508 reviews
The price is €147
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
The price is €172
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The price is €217
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The price is €225
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The price is €239
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Where to stay in Lower State

Find the best Lower State areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

A beach with a pier, buildings, and mountains in the background.

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

A white colonial building with a bell tower, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

A beach with a pier extending into the water, mountains in the background, and several flags on the pier.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Top Lower State Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

8/10 Good
"Basic motel, but everything was fine. Things worked, bed comfy, shower good. Christina at the front desk was extremely helpful, efficient and friendly. There is not much nearby, but the local bus just outside can take you to downtown or Santa Barbara."
Daniel 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Frequently asked questions

What is Lower State like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Santa Barbara's Lower State neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit Reagan Ranch Center and Moreton Bay Fig Tree as part of your Lower State travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Lower State?
Based on our traveller data, Hotel Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay in Lower State. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Santa Barbara County Courthouse, and it offers a 24-hour fitness centre and free WiFi. Other good options for your stay in the area include Hotel Californian and Riviera Beach House.
How many hotels are there in the Lower State area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 20 Lower State hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lower State, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Lower State.
What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?
Sights like Reagan Ranch Center and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation can be part of your cultural tour of Lower State. You could also plan a visit to Moreton Bay Fig Tree or Paseo Nuevo Mall while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Lower State include Santa Barbara Art Foundry, De la Guerra Plaza and Casa de la Guerra. While you're out sightseeing, Santa Barbara Historical Museum and Lobero Theater are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.
How can I get around Lower State and the greater Santa Barbara area?
To venture out of town, take a train from Santa Barbara Station.