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Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your budget for fun things to do. You can enjoy activities like shopping, and the beaches create an appealing natural setting.

These dorm-style accommodations come in many shapes and sizes, but they all have three main qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social atmosphere, and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).

Ready to book a hostel? These top picks get the best reviews from our customers and might be a good place to start looking: ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as laundry facilities. You’ll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. Social Stays - Located within a 20-minute walk of Stearns Wharf. You can take advantage of free WiFi and laundry facilities at this property. You’ll find showers, hair dryers, and free WiFi in all rooms.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re discovering new places, so here’s a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Barbara is 15 inches.

Depending on what you’re interested in, you might like to check out some places near Santa Barbara. Get out into nature with places like Leadbetter Beach, Arroyo Burro Beach, and Lotusland. Cultural attractions include Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Arlington Theater, and Presidio Santa Barbara. Visit landmarks like Santa Barbara County Courthouse, Mission Santa Barbara, and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park.

Keep this information about transit options in Santa Barbara on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), located 7.6 mi (12.2 km) away from the city center. Another option is Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), located 24.7 mi (39.7 km) away. When you’re out and about, you might want to use public transit to get around. If you’re looking to check out more of the surrounding area, make your way to Santa Barbara Station to hop on a train.