Santa Barbara, CA

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Santa Barbara

Find the best Santa Barbara areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Waterfront

While visiting Waterfront, you might make a stop by sights like West Beach and East Beach.

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The Funk Zone

Travelers come to The Funk Zone for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry while you're in town.

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The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

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Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

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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 MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AED 1,092 per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
AED 1,092
AED 1,270 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,477 reviews)
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Reviewed on 12 August 2026

Hotel Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AED 530 per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
AED 530
AED 604 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
Sandpiper Lodge
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is AED 777 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
AED 777
AED 914 total
1 Sep - 2 Sep
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,154 reviews)
"I believe they gave us a worst room they had. The floor was cut and pellled, the bottle of gel shower was empty when went in. No one did our room the next day."

Reviewed on 12 August 2026

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
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Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera

4.5 out of 5
800 Garden St Santa Barbara CA
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and Netflix. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Bowl and Stearns Wharf ...
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Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin

3 out of 5
1018 Garden St Santa Barbara CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
Casa Jardin
Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina

4 out of 5
513 De La Vina St Santa Barbara CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (201 reviews)
"Excellent, very clean and comfortable property in an excellent location. Great communication throughout. Thank you"

Reviewed on 11 August 2026

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Stay near popular Santa Barbara attractions

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Stearns Wharf

9.0/10 (4,143 reviews)
Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as biking in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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