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Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Exterior

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Great room. Felt clean and I enjoyed the continental breakfast. Parking is not included so they do charge 9.99 per night to park in their underground parking. "
The price is AED 621
AED 721 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Can be noisy when bars are closing "
The price is AED 815
AED 938 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Hotel Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge
Exterior

Sandpiper Lodge

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1333)
"Large, clean rooms. Happily surprised- was hardly in room so was a great value compared to other rooms here - nice bfast room too can get toast, cereal & juice in a.m. before heading out. Head over to the pier - drive right on, first 90 mins free. Then next door at the SB Harbor is the SB Waterfront walkway around the harbor."
The price is AED 364
AED 415 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Sandpiper Lodge
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Property entrance

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1282)
"When was Excellent in the crew and the grounds people and the front desk staff were superb"
The price is AED 699
AED 799 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Room

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1531)
"We stayed in a room with 2 queen beds. It was small, basic, but clean. There’s a fridge, no microwave. Bathroom was also small & a little cramped, but again clean. I think the staff and service was the reason for the higher rating. They were all friendly and quick with their response time, especially the ladies serving breakfast. Location of this place is another reason for the higher rating. Very walkable to the beach area! Might need to drive if heading into downtown. Overall, for the price we...
The price is AED 426
AED 515 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Inn By The Harbor
Exterior

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1540)
"Clean and neat. Very beautifully landscaped. Staff was very friendly."
The price is AED 691
AED 789 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Inn By The Harbor
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Exterior

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1230)
"The room was clean. Esteban from front desk was very attentive and kind."
The price is AED 945
AED 1,079 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Exterior

Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1273)
"Good location and very walkable "
The price is AED 724
AED 827 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Riviera Beach House
Exterior

Riviera Beach House

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (995)
"Great location and very friendly staff. Highly recommended by me"
The price is AED 644
AED 735 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Riviera Beach House
The Franciscan Hotel
Front of property

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"The Franciscan Hotel is in a great location being very close to the beach and also close to a number of dining options as well as State Street, the downtown part of Santa Barbara with lots of fun shops and places like the art museum to check out. My room looked newly redone. Everything was very clean and in pristine condition. There was even a larger than normal size refrigerator for a hotel. It was quiet and they offered a decent breakfast. I thought the price was reasonable. I would definitely...
The price is AED 590
AED 672 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
The Franciscan Hotel
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Exterior

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Had shuttle to airport."
The price is AED 549
AED 638 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Harbor View Inn
Outdoor pool

Harbor View Inn

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great pool and room. One major issue was water pressure in the shower was a joke."
The price is AED 1,010
AED 1,151 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Harbor View Inn
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
View from property

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (785)
"Sound proofing in rooms not adequate"
The price is AED 760
AED 1,013 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Exterior

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"highly recommended"
The price is AED 871
AED 1,142 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Exterior

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"The restaurant is so amazing. The locals go eat there. The pool and jacuzzi too. "
The price is AED 496
AED 567 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Front of property

Castillo Inn at the Beach

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1007)
"Some things, like carpet, were older, but was clean and in good condition which is what maters most. Well kept property, comfortable bed and pillows. Friendly staff. "
The price is AED 459
AED 524 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Castillo Inn at the Beach
La Playa Inn
Front of property - evening/night

La Playa Inn

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Beautiful restored Southwest mission themed property. Lots of character. Close to beach and downtown Santa Barbara, very walkable. Free parking and continental breakfast with all day coffee available in the lobby."
The price is AED 715
AED 815 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
La Playa Inn
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Exterior

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"The front desk person was rude"
The price is AED 380
AED 433 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Exterior

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1008)
"We had a very nice stay at West Bay Inn "
The price is AED 584
AED 666 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Santa Barbara Inn
Property grounds

Santa Barbara Inn

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Excellent property, beautifully upgraded and maintained, large comfortable rooms. The restaurant is excellent too. The pool is heated but too small."
The price is AED 1,008
AED 1,151 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Santa Barbara Inn
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Other property types in Santa Barbara

Casa Jardin
Exterior

Casa Jardin

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (147)
"Great stay!"
The price is AED 396
AED 805 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Casa Jardin
Tide Pool Villas
Exterior

Tide Pool Villas

4.5 star property
6.2 out of 10, (51)
"Room was large, with kitchen. Free parking and breakfast were provided. The staff was friendly and accommodating. Location was close to beach and shopping. Great value for area."
The price is AED 415
AED 669 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Tide Pool Villas
Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families
We're Centrally located access from East Beach & Fess Parker's Doubletree Hotel.

Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (317)
"Loved staying at the beach cottage. Beautiful neighborhood, great grocery store around the corner, a block from the ocean. Definitely coming back"
Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Santa Barbara?
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.
What is a hostel?
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).
What are the best hostels in Santa Barbara?
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.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Santa Barbara?
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.
What is there to see and do in Santa Barbara?
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, Cabrillo Pavillion, and Arroyo Burro Beach. Cultural attractions include Arlington Theater, Lobero Theater, and Presidio Santa Barbara. Visit landmarks like Santa Barbara County Courthouse, Mission Santa Barbara, and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park.
What's the best way to get to and around Santa Barbara while staying at a hostel?
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.