Best Short-Term Rentals in Santa Barbara

Surrounded by scenic hills and mountains, this historic and celebrated resort features a full health spa and a championship golf course. Five restaurants feature dishes made from locally grown ingredients. An iPad and a flat-screen TV are included in every room. Rooms at the Ojai Valley Inn are decorated in Spanish Colonial style and feature in-room coffee machines. Spa Ojai bathroom amenities, a flat-screen TV and a radio with iPod connection are also included. Some rooms offer a fireplace. Spa Ojai welcomes guests with warm, exotic rooms featuring a variety of massages and treatments. A long list of mind and body fitness classes is also available. In addition to the two pools at the spa, the resort offers a large, outdoor family swimming pool with food and beverage service. The Ojai tennis program can offer coaching advice or simply provide the facilities for some fun. Teen and children’s programs are also open in a variety of activities. The Inn at Ojai Valley is 7 miles from Lake Casitas and 17 miles from Pierpoint Bay.

- "A very beautiful, yummy and relaxing stay" - "Fantastic!" - "OVI exceeded our expectations." - "Best luxury hotel we have ever stayed at !" - "Our fabulous stay was enhanced by a surprise upgrade to an amazing suite. Elisa at the front desk and Joanna, the massag" - "It was fantastic. Kids loved it as well." - "A relaxing and enjoyable weekend!" - "Glorious, worth every cent!" - "Heaven in Ojai" - "Excellent place when you need to get away from it all and sleep in the most amazing bed of your life"

Luxury resort with 4 restaurants and 4 outdoor pools
4 restaurants, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa are available at this smoke-free resort. Free WiFi in public areas and a free manager's reception are also provided. Additionally, a golf course, 2 bars/lounges, and a fitness center are onsite.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Ojai Valley Inn offers 303 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Ojai resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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

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

- "Great place, rooms were fantastic, the grounds were lovely and peaceful. Would definitely go back." - "During my resech, this hotel was named the best hotel in Ojai. After my trip, I am so sure this is the best hotel in Ojai. The place is so relaxing and the staffs are all super nice and friendly." - "Ojai is gorgeous, and the Ojai Valley Inn and Spa is in an extremely beautiful location. Our room was very good size, quiet and peaceful looking over the green grass. We were close to the spa - very convenient. The spa had everything. We lived there! The food choices were good, and healthy. We loved picking the kumquats off the trees and eating them!"

Casa De La Vina - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara provides accommodations within 0.9 miles of the center of Santa Barbara, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave. This 5-star apartment has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk and private parking. A fridge and kitchenware are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, all units come with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the apartment include West Beach, Amtrack Station Santa Barbara, and Antioch College. Santa Barbara Airport is 9.3 miles away.

- "Very nice, but not cheap" - "Would love to come back to again." - "Lovely stay" - "Perfect séjour. Will definitely stay again." - "Beautiful and well appointed with a great location!" - "New, beautiful, clean, central location!" - "AMAZING" - "I love the place. It’s clean comfortable and they will be back." - "Clean and comfy" - "The service was second to none" - "A perfect spot!" - "Although the price may be steep, we stayed here for our mini honeymoon - you will not regret your stay here at Casa De L"

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. "

Casa De La Vina - Boutique Apartments in Downtown Santa Barbara is an apartment featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Santa Barbara. This apartment features free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. This 5-star apartment offers private entrance. Each unit has a terrace, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a dining area, and a seating area with a TV, while the private bathroom includes a bath and a hair dryer. An oven, a microwave, and toaster are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, units have bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the apartment include West Beach, Amtrack Station Santa Barbara, and Antioch College. Santa Barbara Airport is 9.3 miles from the property.

- "It’s always a great start to a holiday when you walk into a place that exceeds expectations" - "Fantastic place to stay for a visit to Santa Barbara" - "Love this place!" - "It was amazing." - "Definitely coming back" - "Great stay over all. Will recommend to any of my friends and family visiting the area." - "Amazing place. Clean. Excellent location. Would def stay here again!" - "Wonderful, beautifully appointed apartment"

Adults-only bed & breakfast with free breakfast and spa services
Coffee/tea in a common area, spa services, and concierge services are available at this smoke-free bed & breakfast. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and a library are onsite.
Simpson House Inn offers 15 accommodations with iPod docking stations and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Santa Barbara bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "The Simpson House is a spectacular historic property. It seems to stay true to its roots, while incorporating all the modern-day conveniences. Staff was friendly and accommodating. We stayed in the Tack Room and found it luxurious and welcoming. We had our breakfast delivered to our private patio in the morning - positively divine!!" - "What a lovely spot! The Simpson Inn is surrounded by a large, shaded garden with spots to sit and relax throughout the grounds. Fountains provide soothing background noise. We thoroughly enjoyed the delicious breakfasts on the veranda and the helpful, unobtrusive staff. Can't wait to come back!"

Featuring an outdoor pool, this hotel offers an on-site restaurant. A flat-screen TV and Free Wi-Fi are offered in each contemporary room. Over 150 shops and restaurants on State Street are just 10 minutes' drive away. The University of California, Santa Barbara is 2 mi away. Select rooms feature a seating area or a pool and a courtyard view at The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. An private bathroom is also offered. Rooms also offer a complimentary yoga mat. Featuring outdoor seating overlooking a fire pit, guests can enjoy cocktails, local beer and wine, while onsite restaurant features American cuisine. Enjoy a cocktail at the lobby or shop for vinyl at the on-site record store. A poolside sun terrace is also featured. There is an evening social hour and morning coffee available in the lobby. Goleta Beach is 5 minutes' bike ride away. Wine country is 30 minutes' drive away. Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail and Sand Piper Golf Club are 10 minutes' drive away. Twin Lakes Golf Course is 2 miles away. Santa Barbara Zoo is 10 miles away from The Leta Hotel.es' drive away. Twin Lakes Golf Course is 2 miles away. Santa Barbara Zoo is 10 miles away from The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton.

- "Classy and Comfortable home away from home." - "Great location. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable." - "Great vibes, clean room, and friendly staff!" - "Really nice and comfortable hotel." - "Great vibes, aesthetic and drinks! Stop by for a relaxing stay!" - "Fantastic hotel and we can’t wait to come back!" - "Third time I’ve stayed here. I would recommend it with some qualifiers." - "Great ‘hidden gem’ in Goleta. Property didn’t feel like it was in the middle of a busy area, very quiet and relaxing."

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!"

5.6 miles from Westmont College in Summerland, Inn On SummerHill offers accommodations with access to a hot tub. Providing free private parking, the 4-star bed and breakfast is 17 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara. The bed and breakfast also offers facilities for disabled guests. Featuring a terrace, the units offer air conditioning and have a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with bath and bathrobes. The bed and breakfast provides certain units with sea views, and every unit includes a coffee machine. At the bed and breakfast, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Summerland, like hiking. Amtrack Station Santa Barbara is 6.2 miles from Inn On SummerHill, while Antioch College is 6.4 miles away. Santa Barbara Airport is 16 miles from the property.

- "It was just perfect" - "Delightful stay we would come back!" - "The weather was perfect for December and made are stay extra special." - "Excellent choice for strolling the Summerland home/interior design shops." - "Wonderful place and location" - "A step up from economy lodging. Good dining and shopping options on same street." - "It was fine." - "A great location, nice people, but noise from traffic and trains an issue"

Resort with 2 hot tubs, steps from Chumash Casino
A full-service spa, a casino, and an outdoor pool are available at this resort. Free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking are also provided. Other amenities include a restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge.
Change of towels is available on request.
Chumash Casino Resort offers 320 accommodations with safes and blackout drapes/curtains. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
2 hot tubs are on site along with an outdoor pool. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

- "Nice hotel " - "Pleasantly surprised, great staff, room and overall experience!" - "Convenient," - "Nice room" - "I love everything about this hotel " - "Really nice " - "All looks great " - "Staff are great at Chumash Casino." - "Front desk was real helpful " - "Beautiful view of the vineyards out our window!" - "So great… I recommend this hotel " - "The hotel was great. Willie’s restaurant was incred. The casino was horrible. It was extremely smoky and a high percentage of machines had broken pieces on them"

The Craft House Inn is a bed and breakfast featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Santa Barbara. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. Outdoor seating is also available at the bed and breakfast. At the bed and breakfast, units include a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. Some rooms are fitted with a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave. The rooms are equipped with heating facilities. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Popular points of interest near The Craft House Inn include Antioch College, Granada Theatre, and Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Santa Barbara Airport is 8.7 miles from the property.

- "Charming and cozy! Humberto was lovely to look after us!" - "Everything there was above our expectation. The place is so beautiful and in an amazing location." - "Wonderful boutique stay!" - "Wonderful, peaceful and Humberto the manager was so available and a wealth of information!!💕" - "Overall our stay is comfortable and lovely but not just how I expected it to be."

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."

Offering a garden, Summer Beach House provides accommodations in Summerland. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. The accommodation offers a concierge service and private check-in and check-out for guests. The spacious vacation home includes 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, as well as a coffee machine. Guests can take in the views of the sea from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. As an added convenience, the vacation home offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. With an outdoor fireplace and a picnic area, this vacation home offers plenty of opportunities to chill out. University of California, Santa Barbara is 17 miles from Summer Beach House, while Westmont College is 5.4 miles away. Santa Barbara Airport is 16 miles from the property.

- "Overall, this house exceeded our expectations in every way, providing a wonderful retreat and beautiful memories." - "Amazing. Can’t fault it. The photos so not so the property justice." - "Awesome house!!!" - "Wedding weekend Beach house" - "Great stay. Very spacious house in lovely Summerland." - "Amazing would be back" - "Lovely space both inside and out."

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."

Modern & Cozy Gem ~ Walk to the Beach ~ Queen Beds is located in Carpinteria, just a 7-minute walk from Carpinteria State Beach and 22 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are available at the apartment free of charge. Antioch College is 12 miles from the apartment and Santa Barbara City College is 13 miles away. The apartment is composed of 2 separate bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests can also relax in the garden. Westmont College is 11 miles from Modern & Cozy Gem ~ Walk to the Beach ~ Queen Beds, while Amtrack Station Santa Barbara is 12 miles away. Santa Barbara Airport is 21 miles from the property.

- "Good stay." - "Had a great stay and would not hesitate to reserve for next summer" - "Will stay again."

Adults-only bed & breakfast with a winery and a 24-hour front desk
An attached winery, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free bed & breakfast. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, coffee/tea in a common area, and a business center.
Mirabelle Inn and Restaurant offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and MP3 docking stations. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include safes and complimentary bottled water. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "Room was clean and ready when we arrived. Staff was friendly and accommodating. Breakfast was great " - "Our stay, although it was just for one night, was perfect. The staff was so friendly and so accommodating, the property was clean and organized, and the breakfast was delicious. What a pleasant experience staying there was!" - "Every visit to the Solvang and Santa Ynez wineries should include a stay at the Mirabelle. Compared to many other options, it exceeds expectations. "

Colors of the Coast is located in Santa Barbara, just a 9-minute walk from One Thousand Steps Beach and 12 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara. Guests can benefit from a patio and an outdoor fireplace. The vacation home also offers facilities for disabled guests. Leading onto a balcony, the vacation home consists of 3 bedrooms. Offering a terrace with mountain views, this vacation home also has a satellite flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave, as well as 2 bathrooms with a bath and a hair dryer. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests may enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant. Guests at the vacation home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Santa Barbara, like cycling. A children's playground is also available for guests at Colors of the Coast. Santa Barbara City College is 1.4 miles from the accommodation, while Amtrack Station Santa Barbara is 1.9 miles away. Santa Barbara Airport is 11 miles from the property.

- "Beautiful house 5 min to a cliff side ocean view park" - "Not happy"

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."

Casa Riviera - Boutique Apartments in Downtown Santa Barbara provides accommodations within 0.6 miles of the center of Santa Barbara, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave. There's a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. Guests can enjoy city views. All units are equipped with air conditioning, a safety deposit box, and a TV, and certain units at the apartment complex have a balcony. At the apartment complex, units include a private bathroom and bed linen. Popular points of interest near the apartment include East Beach, Antioch College, and Amtrack Station Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara Airport is 11 miles away.

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Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Chumash Casino
This smoke-free bed & breakfast features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a hot tub. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, conference space, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite.
The Genevieve offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and safes. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, and slippers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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

- "Good" - "We only live 90 minutes away but this always feels like a wet nice other world. The room was beautiful and. K Plume tary breakfast was delicious! We went to Ballard Inn Gathering Tableflr dinner and missed the wine and cheese hour but it looked nice!" - "I recommend this high class hotel. It is one of kind in elegance classic furniture, hospitality and details. " - "Always friendly staff. Breakfast is great. Nice rooms."