Top-Rated Hotels in Santa Barbara

Built in 1874, this Victorian bed and breakfast is surrounded by lush landscaped grounds and 3 blocks of city parks. It features gourmet breakfast and evening wine tastings. Guest rooms have free Wi-Fi. The individually styled rooms at the Simpson House Inn have a flat-screen cable TV and a DVD player. Boasting hardwood floors and Victorian décor, the rooms include a coffee maker and a work desk. Bathrobes, slippers and bath amenities are provided. Guests at the Inn Simpson House can enjoy breakfast cooked by a gourmet chef in their rooms or on the grounds. Afternoon refreshments and an appetizer buffet are also provided daily. Explore the area with the property’s bikes, which are free to use. This property is a 5-minute walk from historic downtown Santa Barbara, and is 5 blocks from Arlington Theatre. Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens is 2.3 miles away.

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Luxury hotel on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools
Catch some rays on The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara's private sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 5 restaurants.
Housekeeping is available on request.
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara offers 358 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 48-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Microwaves, in-room massages, and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Great service " - "Loved the quiet " - "Everything was nice " - "Excellent experience" - "Always a great stay, Alicia and Regan in the bar are the best!" - "The staff, the ambient and overall experience was wonderful. Every staff we encounter were friendly and helpful. It is family friendly establishment but adult can still enjoy all the amenities without being run down by kids. " - "Great hotel Exceptionally good staff "

Located next to the Funk Zone in Santa Barbara, the Hotel Californian is just steps from the beach and features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy several on-site dining options and take advantage of the on-site spa. Every air-conditioned guest room is equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a refrigerator, a coffee machine, free toiletries and a desk. Some rooms also feature a balcony. The hotel has two locations where guests can dine. Goat Tree offers casual dining all day offering fresh local fare including pastries and baked goods, a full breakfast menu, and cold-pressed juices and coffee. Blackbird offers Mediterranean-influenced cuisine with the Pacific Ocean and Funk Zone as a backdrop. The hotel spa, Majorelle, offers a steam room, a salon, and an indoor and outdoor lounge. Kunin Wines is 328 feet from Hotel Californian, while Santa Barbara Wine Collective is 656 feet from the property. The nearest airport is Santa Barbara Airport, 8.7 mi from the hotel.

- "Incredibly beautiful hotel" - "This was a wonderful trip and we will be staying here again in the future!" - "Outstanding" - "Delightful getaway in the heart of the Funk Zone - comfortable rooms, beautiful furnishings, excellent spa and right by" - "Great!" - "Excellent. Great rooms, clean, well kept, great staff" - "Would stay again! Excellent service!" - "Beautiful hotel right on the beach and in the centre of town"

Stylish beach retreat with outdoor pool
Catch some rays at the nearby beach or spend the day relaxing at Hotel Californian's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants.
Hotel Californian offers 121 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "like it" - "Great location in the funk zone! Close to heaps of restaurants! " - "Beautiful rooms and property, close to the beach and close to all the restaurants " - "This is a beautiful property and staff were very friendly. Check in was great and and the room was ready upon arrival. The decor is fabulous and the bathroom and bed a dream! Room service was quick, hot and delicious! The only negative is the lack of any stores in the area so come stocked if you want cheaper options than those provided in the mini bar. There are a million restaurants in and around the hotel so you will not lack dining options. "

Perched above the Pacific with sweeping ocean vistas, El Encanto is a serene boutique retreat just five minutes from central Santa Barbara. This iconic hillside hideaway features an outdoor pool, full-service spa, and a locally inspired restaurant and bar. Each spacious guest room includes complimentary Wi-Fi, a flat-screen satellite TV, mini-bar, fireplace, and a cozy sitting area overlooking lush gardens. Guests can stay active in the modern fitness center or take advantage of the 24-hour front desk and business services. El Encanto offers convenient access to local attractions, including the Santa Barbara Mission and Botanical Gardens—both just two miles away. The Santa Barbara Municipal Golf Course is a 10-minute drive.

- "Wonderful I would definitely go there again" - "Everything we expected" - "Gorgeous hotel with excellent service. Will absolutely return to another Belmond property!" - "Wish we could have stayed longer!" - "Staff is friendly and accommodating. Room was fabulous." - "Amazing" - "We celebrated my husbands birthday and it was the perfect place to do so." - "Superb" - "Loved it. Would return in a heartbeat" - "Amazing, a moment of peace!"

Luxury hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools
Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at Rosewood Miramar Beach's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 4 restaurants.
Rosewood Miramar Beach offers 153 accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 49-inch LED televisions come with premium digital channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, health club, fitness facility, or hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Fantastic hotel, attention to detail and service exceptional!" - "Wonderful place! Absolutely amazing brunch, staff and hospitality!" - "It was incredible from checking in to checking out. Beautiful hotel, amazing customer service, incredible food. Thank you for the most wonderful hospitality!" - "Checking in with Quinn is easy. The staff is kind. The property is nice. " - "Love all of it. " - "Incredible property and experience. We had a wonderful stay!"

Offering an outdoor pool and hot tub, this Santa Barbara hotel is less than 5 minutes’ walk from Stearn’s Wharf. Guests can enjoy a full service spa experience at Spa Beaumontia, located on-site. Guest rooms feature free WiFi. The modern rooms at Harbor View Inn include an HDTV with film channels and a mini-bar. Guest robes, a safety deposit box and a work desk are also provided. A fitness center with elliptical machines and stationary bikes is available for guests of Harbor View Inn. A 24-hour business center and concierge services are featured for maximum convenience. A gift shop is also located at the hotel. East Beach is 5 minutes’ drive from the hotel. Santa Barbara Mission and Arroyo Burro Beach County Park are both 10 minutes’ drive away.

- "Great stay would stay again" - "Perfect 1st anniversary spot" - "Very relaxing‼️" - "Beautiful, quiet & easy" - "Complete comfort at an excellent location" - "Except for the lady at the front desk. Everyone was very friendly. The room was nice, good location." - "Great" - "Had a great time. Great location, clean room, quiet." - "We loved the property and will stay again!" - "Nice hotel!" - "Relaxing"

Hotel with a rooftop terrace, steps from Paseo Nuevo Mall
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a health club. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a rooftop terrace, and WiFi in public areas.
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG offers 97 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and MP3 docking stations. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Santa Barbara hotel provides wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps) for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, laptop-compatible safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include minibars and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "The property was well updated, the onsite restaurant was good but the staff really stood out and made the stay excellent (especially the valet staff)." - "Pool. Rooms" - "An excellent location, a beautiful lobby and a good restaurant" - "Next time I’ll take my puppy. We lived our stay " - "close to everything" - "Really enjoyed our stay, we brought along our 110lb pitbull mix & they’re were very welcoming were most places would not be. Everything from the room to the rooftop events were great! Really enjoyed the location, close to state street but on the quieter side of things."

Located 5 minutes’ walk away from Old Mission Santa Ines, this boutique hotel offers a restaurant on site. It features an outdoor pool and hot tub and spacious room with free WiFi. A flat-screen cable satellite TV with pay-per-view channels is offered in each guest room at Hotel Corque. All guest rooms include an iPod docking station, a refrigerator, a coffee machine and an private bathroom with free toiletries. Select rooms include views of Solvang Village or the Santa Ynez Hills. Guests of Corque Hotel can enjoy dinner at Root 246 restaurant. Serving farm fresh American cuisine, the restaurant offers an extensive selection of local wines and serves Sunday Brunch. The Willows is a steakhouse that offers steaks and seafood. A 24-hour reception greets guests of Hotel Corque. A free transfer service is provided. A business center with fax and photocopying services is also available on site. Chumash Casino is 6 minutes’ drive away from this hotel. Santa Barbara Wine Country is 4 miles away. Solvang town center is 1 minutes’ drive away.

- "Fantastic" - "Perfect" - "Lovely, quiet, clean, well staffed hotel." - "Fabulous" - "Fantastic" - "The hotel is nice and very appreciative that our hotel bill was adjusted due to the ants in the room" - "Nice to be in a clean safe environment" - "Fantastic stay" - "Very pleasant and relaxing" - "It was a lovely trip with friendly staff" - "Excellent price, location and amazing staff" - "Pleasant and wonderful"

Family-friendly hotel with a fitness center and a sauna
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a fitness center. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a sauna, and a 24-hour business center are onsite.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Montecito Inn offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on request. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Like alway the Montecito inn is hard to beat location location location " - "Great location to walk everywhere comfortable room " - "Not a 5 star hotel, but we’d stay there again. " - "We had a great experience at Montecito Inn!" - "Terrific location and Charlie Chaplin history." - "The room, a suite, was spacious and comfortable. The heating and AC controls could be improved. The staff was very friendly and helpful. "

Located in Santa Barbara, 6.6 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara, Hyatt Place Santa Barbara provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, a business center and free WiFi. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. Guest rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. A continental breakfast is available at Hyatt Place Santa Barbara. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Santa Barbara, like cycling. Antioch College is 4.6 miles from Hyatt Place Santa Barbara, while Amtrack Station Santa Barbara is 4.7 miles away. Santa Barbara Airport is 5 miles from the property.

- "Hyatt place has it all!" - "Great visit" - "Very good, would return." - "Overall we had a great stay!" - "We stayed only one night due to our son’s baseball event we wanted to stay longer due to how n b ice & comfortable t" - "I like the location, morning hot breakfast, and being pet friendly, but might look for other places." - "Hyatt Place" - "It is all right" - "Avoid the extra bed (rollaway). Impossible to sleep."

Hotel in Santa Barbara with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, valet parking, and a meeting room.
Santa Barbara Inn offers 70 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "Beautiful rooms....lovely stay." - "Great location, beautiful rooms, excellent service " - "Really close to the beach, so it is nice to take a walk to enjoy sunset and sunrise. Also the furnitures and appliance are better than I expected. Worth the $$" - "History and locatiokn" - "This was a good hotel stay. Quiet, recently remodeled older, classy hotel with that "old hotel feel". Hotel on site was good but other options within walking distance also available. Staff were pleasant and courteous...would stay there again."

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, the Santa Barbara Inn is located in Santa Barbara, 2 minutes' walk from the beach. The hotel has an outdoor pool and hot tub, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. The rooms include a flat-screen TV. A balcony or patio are featured in certain rooms. All rooms are fitted with a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Many rooms offer ocean or mountain views. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property.Guests can also utilize the on-site fitness center. The on-site restaurant, Convivo,offers an Italian menu with an oceanfront view. Private parking with in-and-out privileges is available on site. Kayaking, sailing and paddle boarding are located nearby. State Street, which leads to the city center and numerous shops and restaurants, is located 1.2 mi away.

- "Relaxing; Fun; Great time!" - "Loved it!" - "Amazing!!!" - "Fantastic" - "Nice but I’d stay elsewhere if I had my time again" - "A wonderful stay" - "relaxing, convenient and kind/helpful staff! and comfortable." - "Good overall"

Hotel with a coffee shop, near Stearns Wharf
This smoke-free hotel features a snack bar/deli, a coffee shop/cafe, and valet parking. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite.
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton offers 61 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

- "We really enjoyed our stay here. Staff were very friendly and helpful, plus the location was excellent. " - "Great hotel ambience. Friendly staff and comfortable stay." - "Great hotel clean comfortable would stay here again " - "Very pleasant stay. Great location for walking both to the Funk Zone, pier, and especially State St. Very efficient room, nicely decorated. Some in our party weren’t happy with the location of their rooms. Our was on the second floor of the main building and was a good location. I liked it and will stay again next time in SB."

Located in Santa Barbara, 1.4 miles from East Beach, Palihouse Santa Barbara has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is 0.4 miles from the city center and 11 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara. Certain rooms also offer a kitchenette with a fridge and a minibar. All rooms at the hotel feature air conditioning and a safety deposit box. Popular points of interest near Palihouse Santa Barbara include Antioch College, Amtrack Station Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Santa Barbara Airport is 9.3 miles from the property.

- "Great hotel" - "Excellent stay in the heart of Santa Barbara but with a price tag!" - "Excellent staff- incredible atmosphere, great location" - "Pefect. great spot with 'Handlebar' just down the road...almost made coffee as good as New Zealand." - "A gorgeous boutique hotel with amazing hospitality and staff" - "Perfect" - "Excellent stay overall." - "Tranquil and beautiful" - "I would definitely stay here again!"

Hotel with free parking, 3-minute walk to Arlington Theater
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has dry cleaning and a 24-hour front desk. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, a lobby fireplace, and a banquet hall are onsite.
The Upham Hotel offers 50 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "This was our first stay and we loved it. Although we booked a smaller room for our short, work related visit to SB, it was a good sized space, accommodating, comfortable and, thank you! quiet. We loved the feeling of privacy, the locked outdoor patio with the unit, the truly inspirational gardens, friendly staff. " - "Beautiful grounds and excellent breakfast options (selections included oatmeal, boiled eggs, pastries, bagels, orange juice, coffee, yogurt, apples and bananas) The room was very clean and tastefully decorated."

Located in downtown Solvang, a fireplace and plush bathrobes are offered in each room at this boutique hotel. Free WiFi is available. The uniquely furnished guest rooms offer European elegance and include free WiFi and a cable TV. Each room includes daily housekeeping as well as free toiletries are also provided at Mirabelle Inn & Restaurant. Select rooms feature a small balcony. First & Oak Restaurant, recipient of a Michelin Plate award, is located on-site and serves dinner nightly. The restaurant features wine country cuisine offering up to 20 dishes to create your own three, four, or five course tasting menu. A bottle of Coquelicot Estate wines and bottled water is available to guests. A concierge service, to assist guests with area attractions, is provided. Hiking and cycling are accessible from the property. River Course at the Alisal is less than 10 minutes’ drive from the inn. Lake Cachuma Recreation Area is 1 hours’ drive away.

- "We will go back to Solvang. We will stay at the Maribelle Inn & restaurant." - "Our stay was excell. We came for the Datsun Roadster Show. Tommy was very helpful with everything!" - "A boutique hotel in Solvang" - "Excellent place to stay and all staffs were very helpful" - "We will come back!!" - "Would recommend" - "Cute and quant."

Oceanfront hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near Santa Barbara Zoo
At Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, hit the beach, dine onsite at Lido Cafe, or enjoy a drink at one of the hotel's 2 bars/lounges.
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt offers 176 accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Perfect for relaxing" - "Great stay. " - "Beautiful property great staff" - "Location was ideal - right across the street from a beautiful beach. Room was very clean, staff were friendly and breakfast was delicious." - "It was an amazing view of the shoreline with lots of space and comfy beds! Would recommend!" - "My boyfriend and I stayed here for NYE. I was a little skeptical because of some of the reviews, but we had an amazing time and I would definitely go back. My only complaint would be that I wished they had fully cleaned our room and bathroom, but they only came in and made the bed. The pool was heated, hot tub was great, hotel is walking distance to beach and a playground, you can hear the ocean waves from the room, the staff was very friendly and the restaurant food was excellent. And it’s dog friendly! Parking at the hotel is $42 a night or just park on the side street for free. We’ll be back!"

Located in Ojai Valley, this boutique hotel is only 12 miles from Ventura Beach and the Pacific Ocean. It has an outdoor pool surrounded by lush gardens and offers air-conditioned guestrooms with free Wi-Fi. Rooms at the Blue Iguana Inn have woven carpets, framed art and rustic décor. They come equipped with a small refrigerator and a private bathroom. Some rooms include hardwood floors and an antique fireplace. The Blue Iguana Inn is a 40-minute drive from Santa Barbara. Free public parking is possible on site.

- "Wonderful!" - "Excellent vibes and kind reception from staff" - "Wonderful place to rest, nest and retreat!" - "Fantastic property, well maintained and excellent staff" - "Conveniently located to downtown" - "Although the weather was chilly we were toasty, warm and comfortable in our cozy room." - "amazing" - "We were really pleased with The Blue Iguana and will definitely recommend and stay again." - "Great, quaint, spacious rooms. Clean and beds are extremely comfortable."

Salt air and outdoor pool, near Cabrillo Pavillion
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free motel has concierge services and tour/ticket assistance. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area.
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Super clean and close to the beach " - "Cute boutique inn near the water and easy freeway access. Pool was heated but that's the extent of the amenities. Friendly staff." - "Really great stay in Santa Barbara, the location is perfect! The staff was friendly and super cute room." - "The hotel was perfect for us. Really enjoyed walking the beach, lots of restaurants in the area, and the gorgeous scenery. " - "Super nice check in staff. Good size & depth pool. Small hotel, room directly outside. Only bad comment, and one I never thought I would make: They had the worst smelling hand soap I ever came across. It really was disgusting, strange."