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Our top choices for Cielito hotels

A restaurant with wooden floors, wicker chairs, and hanging plants.

1. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 3.9 km from Cielito
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The rooms were clean and the location was excellent."
United States
Kirsten
The price is AED 621
AED 709 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
A modern hotel lobby with a long dining table, multiple seating arrangements, and a blue armchair.

2. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 3.5 km from Cielito
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (284 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay"
United States
Erica
The price is AED 856
AED 976 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
A multi-story hotel with a courtyard surrounded by palm trees and greenery, featuring a well-lit entrance and multiple balconies.

3. Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
3.9 km from Cielito
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,442 reviews)
"Staff were so lovely and rooms are very spacious!"
United States
Julie
The price is AED 441
AED 503 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Lemon Tree Inn
A two-story house with a porch, a garage, and a white picket fence.

4. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 3.6 km from Cielito
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (708 reviews)
"Very quaint and quiet inn. Highly recommend a stay! Innkeepers were very personable yet discreet. Hope to stay again!"
United States
Raymond
The price is AED 1,006
AED 1,149 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

5. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 3.9 km from Cielito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,520 reviews)
"Loved this hotel, staff, location everything was wonderful"
United States
Karri
The price is AED 890
AED 1,035 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hotel Santa Barbara
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window.

6. The Presidio

The Presidio
2.0 star property
3.4 km from Cielito
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (872 reviews)
"great location and clean motel"
United States
Bonnie
The price is AED 547
AED 624 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Presidio
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

7. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State, 4 km from Cielito
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice and clean hotel."
United States
Irina
The price is AED 750
AED 856 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

8. The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 3.8 km from Cielito
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect location"
United States
Rana
The price is AED 883
AED 1,006 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Upham Hotel
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.

9. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 4 km from Cielito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location and pool and restaurant"
United States
melanie
The price is AED 977
AED 1,116 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Santa Barbara Inn
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

10. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 4.7 km from Cielito
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,190 reviews)
"Stay was great, love the place"
United States
Lori
The price is AED 615
AED 701 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Marina Beach Hotel
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.

11. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State, 3.8 km from Cielito
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (702 reviews)
"Great place and walking distance to fun bars"
United States
Rodney J
The price is AED 541
AED 653 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Haley Hotel
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12. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
3.0 star property
Laguna, 3.1 km from Cielito
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (316 reviews)
"Great location, within walking distance of most things. Parking was easy."
United States
Maria
The price is AED 417
AED 747 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

13. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 4.6 km from Cielito
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,349 reviews)
"Great location, close to beach, grounds well kept and very clean rooms. Stayed here multiple times and will continue."
United States
Brandon
The price is AED 820
AED 937 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Lavender Inn by the Sea
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

14. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 4.7 km from Cielito
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Amazing stay and great location!"
United States
Nick
The price is AED 728
AED 830 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La Playa Inn
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

15. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
3.2 km from Cielito
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (442 reviews)
"Location. The Hotel is so beautiful, chic and close to everything. Very friendly staff."
United States
Maria
The price is AED 1,469
AED 1,678 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Palihouse Santa Barbara
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

16. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Lower State, 3.8 km from Cielito
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (502 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Emeterio
The price is AED 823
AED 940 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
A modern hotel with a sign reading "Orange Tree Inn" and a number "1920" on the facade.

17. Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn
2.5 star property
Upper East, 3.4 km from Cielito
7.8 out of 10, Good, (918 reviews)
"One staff member in particular was amazing, he brought us towels to the pool and was generally great."
United States
Leonardo
The price is AED 378
AED 432 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Orange Tree Inn
Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

18. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 4 km from Cielito
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,500 reviews)
"Amazing location, super clean rooms, comfortable beds, highly recommend!!"
United States
Tammy
The price is AED 438
AED 500 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.

19. Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone, 4 km from Cielito
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (824 reviews)
"noisy because it is near 101 and expensive"
United States
Hongtao
The price is AED 902
AED 1,030 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Moxy Santa Barbara
A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.

20. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 4.8 km from Cielito
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,307 reviews)
"The room was super clean, staff was very helpful and we were in walking distance to everything. I will definitely book here again."
United States
ARKIMBERLEY
The price is AED 667
AED 762 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Beachside Inn
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Where to stay in Cielito

Find the best Cielito areas and neighborhoods 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 in the area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

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

Montecito

Celebrity-favored Montecito offers backcountry hiking trails and attractions like Lotusland and El Fureidis. Easily accessible via State Route 192 and the U.S. 101 Freeway, it's well-connected to Santa Barbara County.

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 marina filled with sailboats at sunset.
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West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.

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

East Beach

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Top Cielito Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

8/10 Good
"Safe, location. The stairs to second floor are few. Clean rooms. No iron, need to ask for it at front desk, which is far away from where I was room 250. Quiet room. Will stay again. Pool looks lovely. Great location if visiting the best beach on earth. Lovely town. Near everything."
teresa 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Cielito?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Santa Barbara's Cielito neighborhood has to offer. Consider a visit to Rattlesnake Canyon Trail as part of your Cielito travel plans.
How many hotels are there in the Cielito area?
When you want to kick up your feet after a day of exploring the sights in Santa Barbara, you can choose from 12 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Cielito.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cielito, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Cielito.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Cielito?
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What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?
Rattlesnake Canyon Trail is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Cielito. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, be sure to visit other sights like Franceschi Park or Santa Barbara Bowl.