Santa Barbara Hotels

Mary Charles
2 months ago

Why Choose Hotels When Travelling to Santa Barbara?

Planning a trip to Santa Barbara, California? You may be wondering where to stay during your visit. With so many accommodation options available, it's essential to choose the right one that suits your needs and enhances your overall experience. While vacation rentals and Airbnb properties are popular choices, hotels in Santa Barbara offer a range of benefits that make them the ideal choice for travellers. In this blog post, we'll explore why hotels should be your go-to option when visiting this beautiful coastal city.

Firstly, hotels provide a level of comfort and convenience that is hard to beat. After a long day of exploring Santa Barbara's stunning beaches, charming downtown area, or scenic vineyards, returning to a comfortable and well-maintained hotel room can make all the difference. From plush beds and fresh linens to luxurious amenities like spa services and swimming pools, hotels ensure that you have the perfect place to relax and unwind.

Secondly, hotels offer a variety of services and facilities that can enhance your stay. Many hotels in Santa Barbara provide on-site dining options, allowing you to indulge in delicious meals without having to venture far. Additionally, amenities such as fitness centers, business centers, and concierge services are readily available at hotels, making it easier for you to stay on track with your health and work while enjoying your vacation.

Another significant advantage of choosing hotels in Santa Barbara is their prime locations. Hotels often occupy central spots, offering convenient access to popular tourist attractions, dining options, shopping districts, and entertainment venues. By staying in a hotel, you save time and effort on commuting, allowing you to make the most of your time exploring the city and maximizing your sightseeing opportunities.

Last but not least, hotels in Santa Barbara prioritize guest safety and security. With professional staff available 24/7 and security measures in place, you can rest assured that your well-being is taken care of. Hotels also offer peace of mind in terms of cleanliness and sanitation, as they adhere to rigorous housekeeping standards and safety protocols, ensuring a worry-free stay.

In conclusion, while there are various accommodation choices when visiting Santa Barbara, hotels offer unbeatable comfort, convenience, amenities, and security. Whether you're traveling for leisure or business, staying at a hotel in Santa Barbara will provide you with an unforgettable and hassle-free experience. So next time you plan a trip to this breathtaking coastal city, consider the many advantages that hotels have to offer and book your stay with confidence.

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Inn At East Beach The Upham Hotel Mason Beach Inn Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Cheap Hotels Hotel Milo Santa Barbara The Steward, Santa Barbara, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel Kimpton Canary Hotel, An Ihg Hotel Pet Friendly Hotels Santa Barbara Inn Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn Simpson House Inn

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Inn At East Beach

📍 1029 Orilla Del Mar

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the 2-star Inn At East Beach Santa Barbara is set within 25 minutes' walk of Stearns Wharf Harbor. Highlights at the inn include a snack and drink vending machine, and free newspapers, it also offers Wi Fi in the rooms.

This smoke-free property is located in the very heart of Santa Barbara, near a train station. Peabody Stadium is within short walking distance from the hotel, while The Cabrillo Ball Park and Santa Barbara Zoo are both nearby. A family vacation to Santa Barbara will become more exciting if you visit Santa Barbara Zoological Gdns lying within a 14-minute walk of the accommodation.

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The Upham Hotel

📍 1404 De La Vina Street

Featuring WiFi throughout the property, the 3-star Upham Hotel Santa Barbara is set approximately a 10-minute drive from Stearns Wharf Harbor. The hotel has an American restaurant serving American cuisine and is situated a few minutes drive from the special gallery "Santa Barbara Museum of Art".

This charming property puts you in the very heart of Santa Barbara, within 10 minutes' drive of Shoreline Public Park. Places of worship to visit within 2.3 km of the boutique hotel include Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church. The accommodation is surrounded by gardens. Located in Santa Barbara, The Upham Hotel lies a few steps away from Our Lady of Sorrows Church. The nearest bus stop is De la Vina & Micheltorena only 150 metres away.

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Mason Beach Inn

📍 324 W Mason St

The 3-star Mason Beach Inn is situated in the very heart of Santa Barbara merely 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Harbor. Set not too far from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, this inn has an outdoor swimming pool and also includes a Jacuzzi and an outdoor swimming pool.

Waterfront is located 5 minutes on foot from the accommodation, and such natural sites as Stearns Wharf Harbor are merely a 14-minute walk away. Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center is relatively near the Mason Beach Inn, while Santa Barbara airport is 20 km from it. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Leadbetter Beach, which is just 800 metres away. There is the Kid-friendly Chase Palm Waterfront Park within a 14-minute stroll of Mason Beach Inn. The accommodation is sited moments from Castillo & Montecito bus stop.

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Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

📍 420 W Montecito St

Featuring Wi Fi throughout the property, Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is set within 1.2 km of the white - sand Leadbetter Beach. Guests will enjoy a vegetarian breakfast and access to a shared lounge.

This 4-star hotel is located in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, next door to Santa Barbara City College. The Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Santa Barbara is also 19 minutes on foot from such natural sights as Stearns Wharf Harbor. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Leadbetter Beach, which is only a 14-minute walk away. Santa Barbara Harbor is a stroll from Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel. The accommodation stands 7 minutes on foot from Moreton Bay Fig Tree, within 150 metres of Montecito & Rancheria bus stop.

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Hotel Milo Santa Barbara

📍 202 West Cabrillo Boulevard

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara, located 5 minutes' drive from the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park, features Wi Fi throughout the property. This hotel offers private car parking on site and an outdoor pool.

Situated in the very heart of Santa Barbara, the accommodation is a stroll from Stearns Wharf Harbor. The 4-star hotel overlooks the Pacific Ocean and is just a few steps away from Ambassador Park. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Leadbetter Beach, which is about a 12-minute walk away. Nearly 25 minutes' walk from Kids World Playground is a perk for guests staying at Hotel Milo Santa Barbara. A local bus stop Castillo & Montecito is only a 10-minute walk away.

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Hotels in Santa Barbara

Hotel with balcony ๐ŸŒค๏ธ Inn At East Beach
Most comfortable Hotel ๐Ÿ›๏ธ The Upham Hotel
Hotel with a view ๐Ÿ” Mason Beach Inn

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The Steward, Santa Barbara, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

📍 5490 Hollister Avenue

Featuring a quiet location, The Steward, Santa Barbara, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers views of the garden, and is nearly a 10-minute drive from the acre Goleta Public Beach Park. The hotel also provides WiFi available throughout the property.

The accommodation in Goleta with the area's best vintage and thrift stores and specialty Asian markets, within 10 minutes' drive of Rancho La Patera and Stow House Art Museum. Saint Raphael's Church is 300 metres from the Steward, Santa Barbara, A Tribute Portfolio, while Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens Farm is approximately a 10-minute ride away. No matter the religion, travellers prefer to visit Saint Athanasius Orthodox Church, a popular place of worship set a walk from the property. Due to a location near a motorway, the 3-star The Steward, Santa Barbara, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel gives quick access to other parts of Santa Barbara.

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Kimpton Canary Hotel, An Ihg Hotel

📍 31 W Carrillo St

Offering yoga classes, spa therapy and entertainment activities, the comfortable Kimpton Canary Hotel, An Ihg Hotel Santa Barbara is perfectly located, within 5 minutes' walk of the air Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall. Featuring 97 rooms with views of the pool, this Santa Barbara hotel is set 5 minutes' drive from Stearns Wharf Harbor.

The 4-star accommodation is placed in Santa Barbara Downtown with Paseo Nuevo, a shopping center with tiled courtyards, fountains, and chain retailers, at a 3.4 km distance from such family-friendly attractions as Santa Barbara Zoo. University of California is 5 minutes' walk away, while Paseo Nuevo Mall is only minutes from the Kimpton Canary Hotel, An Ihg Santa Barbara. El Paseo lies just 400 metres away, and shops, designer boutiques and retailers area within walking distance from this comfortable property. Kimpton Canary Hotel, An Ihg Hotel stands within 2.2 km of Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike. The luxury accommodation is located 20 km from Santa Barbara airport and a minute's walk from Chapala & Canon Perdido bus stop.

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Santa Barbara Inn

📍 901 East Cabrillo Boulevard

The charming 4-star Santa Barbara Inn is located a 5-minute drive from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and features fitness classes, spa therapy and entertainment activities. Within walking distance to Santa Barbara Zoo, the inn offers a charming location and includes an ร  la carte restaurant.

Set 10 minutes by car from Stearns Wharf Harbor, this Santa Barbara property also gives access to such sports venues as Peabody Stadium, which is about 10 minutes away by car. The hotel is just near The Cabrillo Ball Park, and a sandy beach is 0.9 km away. The charming accommodation is placed within close distance of Santa Ynez Mountains. The nearby family attractions include Santa Barbara Zoological Gdns within 0.8 km of Santa Barbara Inn. Situated right in the centre of Santa Barbara, the property is within minutes from Cabrillo and Milpas bus stop.

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Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

📍 3850 State Street

Offering access to Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, which is about 3.1 km away, the welcoming 3-star Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn features massage therapy and entertainment activities. The inn with a swimming pool is located in the very heart of Santa Barbara at 350 metres from the outdoor shopping center "La Cumbre Plaza".

This Santa Barbara property is set in Upper State Street with easy access to Highway 101, at a 2.7 km distance from entertainment sites like Earl Warren Show Grounds Event Venue. The Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn Santa Barbara is 5 minutes on foot from Grace Lutheran Church and just off State Street. The welcoming accommodation will also take you to Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church, which is nearly 10 minutes' drive away. The bus stop La Cumbre & State St is located about a 5-minute walk from Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn.

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Simpson House Inn

📍 121 East Arrellaga Street

Simpson House Inn Santa Barbara is a great place to stay in Santa Barbara Downtown with Paseo Nuevo, a shopping center with tiled courtyards, fountains, and chain retailers, 18 minutes on foot from Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church. This inn offers WiFi throughout the property.

Standing within a 5-minute walk of Trinity Episcopal Church and the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park, the accommodation is a minute away from Our Lady of Sorrows Church. The air Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall is within 1.7 km of the Simpson House Inn, while State & Arrellaga bus stop is only 250 metres away. This property is surrounded by gardens and landscaped grounds. The 5-star Simpson House Inn also gives access to sports attractions like Peabody Stadium, which is a mere 1.3 km away.

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La Playa Inn Santa Barbara

📍 116 Castillo Street

Set within 15 minutes' walk of Stearns Wharf Harbor, the 3-star La Playa Inn Santa Barbara offers a lift and a vending machine. This Santa Barbara inn is in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, within a minutes' drive of such natural sights as the white - sand Leadbetter Beach.

The property is located within an 8-minute walk of MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, less than a 10-minute stroll from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum. Places of worship to visit a 10-minute ride from the La Playa Inn Santa Barbara include Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Leadbetter Beach, which is merely 800 metres away. The nearby sport attractions feature Los Banos Del Mar Public Swimming Pool not so far from La Playa Inn Santa Barbara. Castillo & Montecito bus stop is nearly 5 minutes' walk from this Santa Barbara property.

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Palmoro House Hotel

📍 424 Por La Mar Drive

The wonderful Palmoro House Hotel Santa Barbara, located in East Beach with easy access to attractions such as the Santa Barbara Zoo, offers 24-hour front desk assistance and late check-out service and also stands a 10-minute drive from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum. The inn is placed within 10 minutes' drive of Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church, and provides guests with a Jacuzzi and an outdoor swimming pool.

This 3-star property is placed about 25 km from Santa Barbara airport and 5 minutes by car from such cultural venues as Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center. Natural attractions in the area include Stearns Wharf Harbor, about a 10-minute ride from the Palmoro House, and a beach is only 500 metres away. The accommodation is also right next to Santa Barbara Zoo. Milpas & Puerta Vallarta bus stop is set 300 metres away.

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Montecito Inn

📍 1295 Coast Village Road

Set within 10 minutes' drive of the non-profit Lotusland Botanical Garden, the charming 4-star Montecito Inn Santa Barbara features WiFi throughout the property as well as a private parking garage on site. An ร  la carte restaurant is available in this boutique style inn that boasts a charming location relatively near the Scenic Butterfly Sandy Beach.

The property is placed in Montecito with plenty of places to see and be seen, from the Biltmore's Bella Vista restaurant to celeb-studded Butterfly Beach, within 20 minutes' walk of a sacred site like Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. The Montecito Inn Santa Barbara offers proximity to such natural sights as Stearns Wharf Harbor (4.4 km) and Andree Clark Bird Refuge Nature Preserve (1.8 km). Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Butterfly Beach, which is a mere 10 minutes' walk away. Montecito Village Shopping Center is 10 minutes by car from Montecito Inn. Situated in the very heart of Santa Barbara, the charming property is moments from Coast Village Rd & Olive Mill bus stop.

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Hotel Californian

📍 36 State Street

Offering a rooftop pool and views of the ocean, Hotel Californian Santa Barbara is situated around a 5-minute walk from Santa Barbara Wine Collective. This hotel features WiFi throughout the property and private parking on site.

The accommodation is set near West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, approximately a 6-minute walk from Moreton Bay Fig Tree and just a short drive from Sea Center Marine Museum. The Californian places you 5 minutes' stroll from West Beach. This property is placed at a medium distance from Moreton Bay. The 5-star Hotel Californian lies a walk from Stearns Wharf Harbor. The accommodation is located 25 km from Santa Barbara airport and approximately a 10-minute walk from Gutierrez & State bus stop.

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Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

📍 17 West Haley Street

Located in the heart of Santa Barbara, the 2-star Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection By Hilton offers fast access to the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden, around 25 minutes' walk away. Wi-Fi is available throughout the property and private car parking is provided on site too.

The centre of Santa Barbara can be reached within a 10-minute walk, and natural attractions like Shoreline Public Park are approximately 2.4 km away. Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church is at a 2.9 km distance from the Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection By Hilton and Santa Barbara airport is 25 km away. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to West Beach, which is 1.2 km away. There is the sand West Beach nearly 14 minutes' walk away, while Transit Center bus station a stroll from Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection By Hilton.

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Marina Beach Motel

📍 21 Bath Street

Marina Beach Motel Santa Barbara is a great place to stay in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, 15 minutes' walk from University of California. Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the property and a car park is provided on site.

The white - sand Leadbetter Beach is at a medium distance from this hotel and Santa Barbara City College is 10 minutes' walk away. Natural attractions in the area include Stearns Wharf Harbor, within 1 km of the Marina Beach Motel, and a beach is a mere 950 metres away. Along with other cultural attractions the non - profit non - collecting Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara is nestled within 5 minutes' drive of the accommodation. The 3-star Marina Beach Motel stands nearly 9 minutes on foot from MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, within sight of Castillo & Montecito bus stop.

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Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

📍 2220 Bath Street

Featuring a lift and a vending machine, the 4-star Best Western Plus Santa Barbara lies 5 minutes by car from Earl Warren Show Grounds Event Venue. Guests have access to an outdoor pool, a fitness studio and Wi-Fi in public areas.

Located in Santa Barbara Downtown with Paseo Nuevo, a shopping center with tiled courtyards, fountains, and chain retailers, this charming hotel is quite close to Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church. The Best Western Plus Santa Barbara offers proximity to natural sights like Stearns Wharf Harbor (3.8 km) and the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden (1.7 km). The property is approximately 5 minutes' drive from Clock tower Courthouse. There is Bath & Los Olivos bus stop close to Best Western Plus Santa Barbara, it's only 100 metres away.

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Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

📍 633 East Cabrillo Boulevard

Featuring hire of cars, as well as WiFi in the rooms, the unique Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is set in Santa Barbara, within 10 minutes' drive of the ganna Walska Lotusland. The 4-star hotel, located a 10-minute ride from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, boasts an outdoor swimming pool along with a treatment room, a Jacuzzi and an outdoor swimming pool.

This Santa Barbara property is near a train station and within walking distance from The Cabrillo Ball Park. Guests can visit Chromatic Gate, which is 5 minutes' walk away, and Stearns Wharf Harbor which is around a 5-minute drive from the upscale Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort. The central beach is 20 minutes' walk away. A family vacation to Santa Barbara will become more exciting if you visit Santa Barbara Zoo lying only a short drive from Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort.

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Inn By The Harbor

📍 433 West Montecito Street

Featuring spa therapy and various recreational opportunities, the 3-star Inn By Harbor Santa Barbara enjoys a charming setting approximately a 6-minute walk from Santa Barbara City College. Located a minute's walk from Carriage and Western Art Nonprofit Museum, the inn with views of the pool is well-known for its amenities including a Jacuzzi and an outdoor swimming pool.

Chase Palm Waterfront Park is 5 minutes' drive away, while Waterfront is within a 10-minute stroll of the property. Inn By The Harbor Santa Barbara is also within 1.6 km of such natural sights as Stearns Wharf Harbor. The golden beach is approximately a 13-minute walk away. Cultural experience in the area feature Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, situated a stroll from Inn By The Harbor. The bus stop Montecito & Rancheria is located at the distance of within a short walking distance to the property.

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Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt

📍 1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard

The 4-star Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt Santa Barbara offers proximity to The Cabrillo Ball Park and such facilities as a swimming pool and yoga classes, various recreational opportunities and entertainment activities. Conveniently located in East Beach with easy access to the Funk Zone, wide beaches directly adjacent 400 metres from Santa Barbara Zoo, the beachfront hotel has 178 rooms.

Stearns Wharf Harbor is within 10 minutes' drive of the pet friendly accommodation, while the white - sand Leadbetter Beach is a 10-minute drive from this place. The Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt Santa Barbara is sited within 3.7 km of the interdenominational Christian liberal arts Westmont College. Also, the property is within 2.6 km of University of California. Situated in the heart of Santa Barbara, Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt is only metres from Cabrillo and Milpas bus stop.

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Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

📍 1260 Channel Drive

Featuring a sauna and an outdoor swimming pool, Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara is around a 10-minute drive from MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. Offering views of the garden, this 5-star hotel is placed within walking distance from the Scenic Butterfly Sandy Beach and boasts a lap pool.

The property is set in Montecito with some of Santa Barbara's most glorious beaches in the south, approximately 25 minutes on foot from Santa Barbara Zoo. At the Four Seasons Resort Biltmore Santa Barbara you'll be 100 metres of Butterfly Beach. The accommodation is located a few steps from gardens. Cultural experience in the area feature the non - profit non - collecting Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara, situated within 6 km of Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara. The nearest bus stop is Coast Village Rd & Olive Mill, only 10 minutes' walk away.

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