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Where to stay in Santa Barbara

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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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Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

3 out of 5
3850 State St Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 509 per night from Jan 1 to Jan 2
AED 509
AED 581 total
1 Jan - 2 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,029 reviews)
Clean and quiet, a little far from downtown but good location

Reviewed on 30 November 2025

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AED 583 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
AED 583
AED 678 total
15 Dec - 16 Dec
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,031 reviews)
Impeccably presented hotel. I have stayed at a lot of hotels and this is right up there as one of the nicest places I ever stayed at.

Reviewed on 29 November 2025

Hotel Santa Barbara
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 625 per night from Dec 18 to Dec 19
AED 625
AED 737 total
18 Dec - 19 Dec
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,022 reviews)
Clean rooms and courteous staff. Location is lacking, really no place to walk around nearby and kind of a down-on-it’s-heels neighborhood. Also not a fan of the $100 pet fee (1-4 nights, so if you’re staying 3-4 nights it’s more reasonable), and the $10/day parking fee; it’s not a busy neighborhood. ...

Reviewed on 29 November 2025

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Starting off a great day of fishing with a beautiful #sunrise over the Santa Barbara Harbor #adventure #ocean #California

Santa Barbara Harbor

4.5/5(529 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Harbor
Santa Barbara Zoo

Santa Barbara Zoo

4.5/5(307 reviews)

Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your trip to Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Zoo
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

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