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Where to stay in Santa Barbara

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Panorama of Montecito with Pacific Ocean in the Background

Montecito

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4.5/5(179 area reviews)

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.

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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 937 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
AED 937
AED 1,089 total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,174 reviews)
The hotel fulfilled, every expectation in a great location at a reasonable price.

Reviewed on 5 February 2026

Hotel Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 341 per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
AED 341
AED 389 total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,163 reviews)
The room was clean & the staff were helpful. Would recommend it.

Reviewed on 3 February 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 509 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
AED 509
AED 581 total
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,138 reviews)
Very clean room, great staff, and location is fantastic.

Reviewed on 6 February 2026

Beachside Inn
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Santa Barbara Bowl

4.5/5(144 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a storied theater in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Bowl
Santa Barbara County Courthouse which includes a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

4.5/5(417 reviews)

Santa Barbara County Courthouse is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.

Santa Barbara County Courthouse
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Upper State Street

4.5/5(1,004 reviews)

During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Upper State Street

Frequently asked questions

How do I find cheap flights to Santa Barbara that have flexible change policies?
It's quick and easy with Expedia. Step 1: Enter your travel details and click "Search." Step 2? Check "No change fee" directly under the "Flexible change policies" filter to the left of your screen. Step 3. Reserve a flexible and cheap flight to Santa Barbara.
Which airlines fly to Santa Barbara?
There are a couple of carriers that'll fly you comfortably to or near Santa Barbara. Here are your choices:

  • United Airlines - 390 flights to or near Santa Barbara each month, including 212 flights to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) and 177 to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) per month.
  • American Airlines - 286 flights to or near Santa Barbara each month, including 156 flights to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) and 130 to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) per month.

How can I find cheap tickets to Santa Barbara?
You'll always nab a fabulous deal with Expedia, but our "flexible dates" feature makes it even easier. Enter your preferred travel date, then click on the flexible dates link above to reveal the cheapest prices for nearby days. was the cheapest price for a flight to Santa Barbara in the last seven days.
How much is a flight to Santa Barbara?
One-way flights departing from () sold for just in the last seven days. During this time, the cost of a round-trip fare to Santa Barbara varied between and . If you find a fantastic deal, grab it quickly — these fares don't hang about.
What are the most popular airports to fly into in Santa Barbara?
Choosing the right airport comes down to factors including your carrier and final destination. Here are your options in Santa Barbara:

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 619 flights per month.
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 407 flights per month.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Santa Barbara?
If you're not fixed on your travel dates to Santa Barbara, leave early in the week. The cheapest day to take off is usually Tuesday, followed by Monday. Saturday is typically the priciest day, with a lot of people choosing to fly on the weekend.
How much is a plane ticket to Santa Barbara?
In the last seven days, airfares to Santa Barbara varied from to .
What months are the cheapest to book a flight to Santa Barbara?
February is an excellent month to secure an awesome deal to Santa Barbara. Keep in mind that the costliest time to book a seat in the States isn't during the peak of summer, but in December.
How long is a flight to Santa Barbara?
Flight durations can vary for various reasons, including where you're traveling from. We've drawn up a list of average flight times for a few of the most popular domestic routes to Santa Barbara:

  • Denver, CO (DEN-Denver Intl.) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 2 hours and 38 minutes
  • Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 1 hour and 37 minutes
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 1 hour and 21 minutes