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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

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1. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (694 reviews)
"Great location, bit noisy on the weekends but great for waking up to a short walk to the beach and downtown SB life and fun"
United States
Alexander
The price is €189
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Haley Hotel
Room

2. Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
Lower State
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Room was clean and staff was excellent!"
United States
Karilyn
The price is €180
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Riviera Beach House
Reception

3. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,503 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff and great rooms."
United States
Veronica
The price is €229
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Santa Barbara
View from room

4. 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, (490 reviews)
The price is €248
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Shared kitchen

5. Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Lower State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (822 reviews)
"noisy because it is near 101 and expensive"
United States
Hongtao
The price is €268
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Moxy Santa Barbara
Shopping centre

6. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice and clean hotel."
United States
Irina
The price is €254
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Restaurant

7. Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
Lower State
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"It was such an amazing hotel!! They really do everything right. I can’t wait to go back."
United States
Tricia
The price is €563
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Hotel Californian
City view from property

8. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower State
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (255 reviews)
"Great and cheap stay with great and friendly staff and just as friendly guests."
United States
Prahlad
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Front of property

9. Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Lower State
6.2 out of 10, (1,004 reviews)
"Beautiful location, great staff, and spacious room"
United States
cinthya
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Ala Mar by the Sea
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite)

10. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,398 reviews)
"Great comfortable stay and nice breakfast"
Canada
Julia
The price is €202
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Lobby sitting area

11. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.9 km from Lower State
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,284 reviews)
"Great location, free parking on site was great, nice staff, nice rooms, and amazing breakfast!!"
United States
Rebecca
The price is €170
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Beachside Inn
Front of property

12. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Simple hotel but great location!"
United States
Abraham
The price is €174
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Executive Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen | Living area

13. Beach House Inn

Beach House Inn
2.0 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Lower State
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay! Loved it"
United States
Tim
The price is €186
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Beach House Inn
Lobby lounge

14. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (487 reviews)
"The staff was excellent and the rooms were extremely cozy. I will be staying with my little Pomeranian again!"
United States
Channah
The price is €161
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Fountain

15. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Lower State
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,287 reviews)
"Quiet. Friendly staff, great location, terrific breakfast."
United States
Bob
The price is €198
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
The Franciscan Hotel
Apartment (1 Bedroom) | Interior

16. Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 1.1 km from Lower State
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (305 reviews)
"Nice room. Clean. Parking great free close to downtown Santa Barbara venues."
United States
Colleen
The price is €206
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Casa Jardin
Room amenity

17. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 2.1 km from Lower State
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,489 reviews)
"Great location. The room was small, clean and simple and the staff was friendly."
United States
David S
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Exterior

18. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,179 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Amy
The price is €212
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Marina Beach Hotel
Breakfast area

19. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Lower State
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,343 reviews)
"Good location, ample parking, pleasant atmosphere, wonderful bed, daily housekeeping, fair price."
United States
Terry
The price is €214
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Front of property – evening/night

20. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Such a beautiful place. We stayed here for one night and definitely will come back again."
Canada
WENHUAN
The price is €243
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
La Playa Inn
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Compare popular hotels in Lower State

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Reception
Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,503 reviews
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Restaurant
Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
City view from property
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
255 reviews
View
Exterior
Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
694 reviews
View
Shopping centre
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,000 reviews
View

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 coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

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 coastal cityscape with a prominent white building with red-tiled roofs, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
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Open Photo by David Simmington

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 Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

A marina filled with sailboats at sunset.
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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

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

8/10 Good
"The space was extremely well located and very convenient. The rooms are so small, it was difficult to fit two full sized suitcases in without knocking them over when you tried to move around. Everything was walkable and the hotel had a lot to offer"
Alyssa 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Riviera Beach House

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, choose from one of Expedia's 19 hotels and other accommodation options in Lower State.
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.