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Our top choices for Santa Barbara motels

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | 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, (2,263 reviews)
"Good staff, clean rooms!"
United States
Bermet
The price is AED 527
AED 629 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Lobby sitting area

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
North State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,460 reviews)
"Great stay for the price."
Vietnam
Tri
The price is AED 474
AED 540 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Sandpiper Lodge
Courtyard

Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
San Roque
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"A lovely stay, thank you!"
United States
Holly
The price is AED 474
AED 540 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Oasis Inn & Suites
Reception

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"We had a fantastic stay. Great location, nice and clean rooms, great pool, very friendly staff. 10/10!"
Germany
Constantin
The price is AED 606
AED 691 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Room amenity

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, (1,377 reviews)
"One of the best motels and super close to the beach, zoo, and everything else."
United States
Olga
The price is AED 608
AED 695 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Interior entrance

Agave Inn

Agave Inn
2.0 star property
East San Roque
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (791 reviews)
"Staff was very accommodating room was quaint and we were close to many restaurants and shops"
United States
Michael
The price is AED 555
AED 633 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Agave Inn
Reception

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Friendly staff, comfy bed, roomy shower, and good selection of TV channels."
United States
Deserie
The price is AED 662
AED 754 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
The Inn at East Beach
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Rose Garden Inn

Rose Garden Inn
1.5 star property
North State
6.6 out of 10, (1,006 reviews)
"If you’re looking for a cheap place to stay then this is it!"
United States
Scott
The price is AED 387
AED 441 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Rose Garden Inn
Deluxe King Room | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Town and Country Inn

Town and Country Inn
2.5 star property
North State
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very kind person, property clean and easy to reserve. It is a decent hotel for the price."
United States
Maria
The price is AED 363
AED 428 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Town and Country Inn
Exterior

Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,126 reviews)
"We always love staying here when visiting Santa Barbara!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is AED 752
AED 857 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Marina Beach Hotel
Deluxe Room, Two Queen Beds and Sofa Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Sunset Motel

Sunset Motel
2.5 star property
San Roque
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Overall a good pick for a budget saving trip"
United States
Miguel
The price is AED 382
AED 451 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Sunset Motel
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Presidio

The Presidio
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (796 reviews)
"Good parking great location, clean room"
United States
alejandro
The price is AED 547
AED 624 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
The Presidio
Front of property

Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
6.0 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"The room was so spacious, amazing ocean view. Will be booking again!"
United States
sandra
The price is AED 701
AED 925 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Ala Mar by the Sea
Exterior

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
North State
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Easy parking, quiet enviorment and friendly staff"
United States
Darin
The price is AED 400
AED 456 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
Front of property

Royal Copenhagen Inn

Royal Copenhagen Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,997 reviews)
"Love this hotel!!!"
United States
Lori
The price is AED 436
AED 508 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Royal Copenhagen Inn
Front of property

King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,009 reviews)
"great location friendly staff and convenient and short walk to most of Solvang's sights."
United States
Charles
The price is AED 449
AED 522 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
King Frederik Inn
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
Carpinteria
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,294 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful staff"
United States
Stephen
The price is AED 259
AED 306 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Exterior

Solvang Inn and Cottages

Solvang Inn and Cottages
2.0 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Highly recommend to anyone looking for a comfortable stay!"
United States
Margarita
The price is AED 414
AED 483 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Solvang Inn and Cottages
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
Carpinteria
7.0 out of 10, Good, (669 reviews)
"Very quiet property, probably because this is a single story hotel. No walking heard from the ceiling."
United States
Esther
The price is AED 376
AED 507 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Casa Del Sol
Property grounds

Hamlet Inn

Hamlet Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"The room was really spacious and right on Main Street, great place for a good price, I would definitely return here on a future trip"
United States
Esquivel
The price is AED 342
AED 401 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Hamlet Inn
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Top Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location and very friendly staff"
Homaira 1-night trip
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Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Santa Barbara?
If you're having difficulty finding a motel in Santa Barbara, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let us help you find a similar property from more than 1195 hotels and other accommodations. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. Starting in the early 1950s, customized neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and you can see these today along the historic U.S. Route 66.
What are the best motels in Santa Barbara?
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Sandpiper Lodge: A fitness center along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. It's located within a 10-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo. Marina Beach Hotel: Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo. Oasis Inn & Suites: It's located within a 10-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo. Free WiFi, free parking, and a computer station are available during your stay. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach: Stay within a quick 2-minute drive of Santa Barbara Zoo. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and parking, as well as room amenities like climate control.
How many motels should I expect to find in Santa Barbara?
Expedia has 14 low-priced motels in Santa Barbara.
What can I do in Santa Barbara?
In this walkable area, enjoy its scenic seaside and wineries while you're sightseeing. Those visiting Santa Barbara love its shops, cafes, and restaurants. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Leadbetter Beach, East Beach, and Arroyo Burro Beach. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Santa Barbara Zoo, Channel Islands National Park, and Santa Barbara Channel. Some historical places you might want to see include Mission Santa Barbara, Presidio Santa Barbara, and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park.
What's the seasonal weather like in Santa Barbara?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Santa Barbara to help you plan yours: 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 are my options for getting around Santa Barbara when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Santa Barbara to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), which is located 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is 24.7 mi (39.7 km) away. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop on a train at Santa Barbara Station.