Santa Barbara Family Friendly Hotels, California: Santa Barbara Hotel Guide

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Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

Family fun takes flight at this poolside paradise with free breakfast and airport shuttle just minutes from the beach.

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Beach

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Beach

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Oak Park

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Santa Barbara Beach

includes taxes & fees

30 Jun - 1 Jul

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Santa Barbara Beach

Family fun awaits at this California hotel with beachside location, outdoor pools, and complimentary bike rentals.

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

The Milo

Santa Barbara Beach

includes taxes & fees

15 Jun - 16 Jun

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Santa Barbara Beach

Beachfront resort offers poolside fun, pickleball courts, and seaside bike trails perfect for your next family adventure.

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

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Breakfast included

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite)

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Beach

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

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Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Santa Barbara Beach

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

Santa Barbara

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Santa Barbara Beach

includes taxes & fees

30 Jun - 1 Jul

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Top Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

The Milo

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic stay, hotel very clean and the team are very welcoming- little touches like tea & coffee in the morning and hot chocolate & marshmallows in the evening make the stay even better!"

Beachside Inn

6/10 Okay

"First, the good...the hotel is in a nice part of town. It is directly across from the marina and we enjoyed the walk along the shoreline and boardwalk. Breakfast was hot and hearty. There was a wide selection of items: yogurt, juices, fruit, eggs, chicken, cold cuts, cereal, bagels, etc. The hotel was undergoing remodeling, but it only took up a small part of the parking lot, and we still found a parking spot and it was free. The bed was bouncy, but comfy. The air conditioning was cool in the room. We appreciated the fridge in the room. The room was very spacious overall. Now our disappointments...The lights shining in our room from outside at night. Our room was near the elevator and was noisy at night. Also, the main showerhead didn't seem to work, so we had to use the spray nozzle only, and that flooded a part of the bathroom near the shower because there was no lip in the tile to keep in the water. The nozzle pointed outward and it was really hard to wash hair and body with only one hand. It would be nice if the spray nozzle could be fixed in a spot to use it as the main showerhead. Instead, it was attached at an angle and had to be held to be used. I went downstairs to ask for extra towels to clean it up, and was told they'd be sent up. They never came, so we did our best to use our used towels to sop it up. I also realized after this fiasco that my travel kit next to the sink also got soaked as a result, including makeup brushes, etc. Also, no hairdryer in room."

Hotel Santa Barbara

6/10 Okay

"The hotel was very nice very clean. The staff was wonderful. It’s just that $30 a day parking but I know that’s what they’re charging nowadays. The only thing is we expected breakfast because they said they had breakfast. I thought may be a Continental breakfast , but there was none of that, There is a little bar there to order snacks and drinks. The other thing is that the parking is very hidden. You can miss it. We went around several times before we we saw it."

Santa Barbara Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel with friendly staff. We didn't pay for an ocean view, but still received a wonderful view of the mountains and Santa Barbara neighborhood. Room was clean, decorated well and we appreciated the complimentary waters after a long drive. We did not use the valet parking, and we were able to find street parking behind the hotel each day. We liked the location of the hotel, right on the beach and not too far from downtown."

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

8/10 Good

"Centrally located, this property is above average. The room was clean, and the property was well maintained. The breakfast, however, lacked variety...and while the coffee was excellent, the eggs (loosely scrambled and NO hard boiled eggs) and dry sausage, wasn't up to par with other like hotels."

Frequently asked questions

What's Santa Barbara like for family-friendly holidays?

You may want to consider the walkable destination of Santa Barbara if you've been thinking about a trip for the whole family. The cycling trails, beaches and cafes are just some of the things that make this an attractive spot for a family holiday. Arrange a flight into Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal), which is the closest airport, or Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is located 24.7 mi (39.7 km) from the city centre.

What's the best family accommodation in Santa Barbara?

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara is a hotel with an outdoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices for your child-friendly holiday include Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and Inn By The Harbor.

How many family hotels can I expect to find in Santa Barbara?

Expedia has 17 hotels in Santa Barbara that are great for families.

When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Santa Barbara?

The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 13°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Barbara is 392 mm.

What's there to see and do with your family in Santa Barbara?

While you are holidaying in Santa Barbara, you and the family may want to see some interesting spots such as Arlington Theater and Lobero Theater. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Paseo Nuevo Mall and Santa Barbara Bowl.

What's the best way for us to get around Santa Barbara?

To see more of the larger area, take a train from Santa Barbara Station. Santa Barbara might not have many public transport choices, so consider renting a car to explore more.

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Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Inn

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Lavender Inn by the Sea

The Milo

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Casa Del Mar Inn

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

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Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

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Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Top Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

The Milo

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