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Hostels in Santa Barbara

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Exterior
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1757)
"It is good at what it does and the rooms are large and clean and the staff seemed really nice "
United Kingdom
Thomas
The price is AED 614
AED 701 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Inn By The Harbor
Aerial view
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

3.0 star property
North State
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1014)
"Friendly staff, easy to get to, breakfast was great!"
United States
Eduardo
The price is AED 492
AED 562 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Reception
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"The hotel was a wonderful experience and I recommend to all! "
United States
Meaghan
The price is AED 684
AED 795 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Hotel Santa Barbara
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"Nicely remodeled motel with comfortable rooms in a great location near beach and restaurants."
United States
Greg
The price is AED 545
AED 621 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Marina Beach Motel
Reception
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (950)
"Great place beach view, staff was very accommodating!"
United States
Refije
The price is AED 426
AED 486 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Exterior detail
The Milo

The Milo

3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1467)
"I’ve stayed here many times and it was great as always. "
United States
Adam
The price is AED 768
AED 877 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
The Milo
Premier Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (121)
"Love everything about this location. "
United States
roxana
Casa De La Vina
Lobby lounge
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (349)
"The staff was outstanding, friendly and informative, welcoming in genuine kindness. The Hide Away is close to beaches and restaurants all with easy walking distances. "
United States
Robert
The price is AED 533
AED 607 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Sundeck
Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
"Great staff and ideal location "
United States
Rene
The price is AED 658
AED 752 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Riviera Beach House
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Clean and renovated property with SB charm. Kitchenette was great! "
United States
Madeline
The Franciscan Hotel
View from property
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1092)
"Great place."
Canada
Mario
The price is AED 694
AED 791 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Lobby sitting area
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2.0 star property
North State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1997)
"Great stay! "
United States
Mariah
The price is AED 354
AED 404 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Sandpiper Lodge
Premium Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace
Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin

2.5 star property
Laguna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (214)
"Great stay"
United States
Scott
The price is AED 344
AED 664 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Casa Jardin
Exterior
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1149)
"Had a lovely stay. The location is awesome, it's clean and well-maintained. "
United States
Gillian
The price is AED 410
AED 468 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | View from room
Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn

4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Wonderful stay. Beautiful facility and location. "
United States
Abbylin
The price is AED 632
AED 867 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Montecito Inn
Executive Apartment, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Mountain View | Terrace/patio
Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera

4.0 star property
Laguna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (68)
"Excelente place to stay"
Mexico
Luis Alonso
The price is AED 477
AED 816 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Casa Riviera
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1957)
"Hotel was nice and location was great."
Canada
Donald
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Sports facility
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1007)
"Clean rooms and all the staff members are very friendly. I highly recommend this hotel. "
United States
Gina
The price is AED 621
AED 732 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Front of property
The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"within blocks of the heart of the downtown area and funk zone. great location, wonderful place. staff is very attentive. "
United States
gary
The price is AED 562
AED 640 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
The Eagle Inn
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Pricey like everything in the area but we had a great stay. "
United States
Tyler
The price is AED 652
AED 758 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
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Top Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

10/10 Excellent
"The front desk staff was great! We had our 3 month old rescue kitten and worked out great !!"
Laura 1-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Santa Barbara?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your budget for fun things to do. You can enjoy activities like shopping, and the beaches create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in many shapes and sizes, but they all have three main qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social atmosphere, and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).
What are the best hostels in Santa Barbara?
Ready to book a hostel? These top picks get the best reviews from our customers and might be a good place to start looking: ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Santa Barbara Harbor. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as laundry facilities. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. Social Stays - You can take advantage of free WiFi and laundry facilities at this property. You'll find showers, hair dryers, and free WiFi in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Santa Barbara?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Barbara is 15 inches.
What is there to see and do in Santa Barbara?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might like to check out some places near Santa Barbara. Get out into nature with places like West Beach, Leadbetter Beach, and East Beach. Cultural attractions include Granada Theatre, Arlington Theater, and Lobero Theater. Visit landmarks like Mission Santa Barbara, Presidio Santa Barbara, and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park.
What's the best way to get to and around Santa Barbara while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Santa Barbara on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), located 7.6 mi (12.2 km) away from the city center. Another option is Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), located 24.7 mi (39.7 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transit to get around. If you're looking to check out more of the surrounding area, make your way to Santa Barbara Station to hop on a train.