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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.

Expedia has 14 low-priced motels in Santa Barbara.

In this walkable area, enjoy its scenic seaside and top-notch restaurants while you’re sightseeing. Those visiting Santa Barbara love its shops, cafes, and wineries. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Leadbetter Beach, Cabrillo Pavillion, and Arroyo Burro Beach. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions: Santa Barbara Zoo, Santa Barbara Natural History Museum, and Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center. Some historical places you might want to see include Santa Barbara County Courthouse, Mission Santa Barbara, and Presidio 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.

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.