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Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Barbara like for travelers on a budget?
Explore cheap places to stay in Santa Barbara on Expedia.com and book a trip that matches your budget. You can look through a wide range of accommodation choices with Member Prices to find great deals. Guided by our site’s handy page filters, you can search by price per night, or by favorite amenities like free breakfast and free WiFi. Or, narrow down your search with the location filters to see reasonable options close to local sights. While you browse, use the heart button to keep track of your favorites so that you can return to them easily when you’re ready to book. Need a flight or a car for your trip? Take a look at the Bundle and Save vacation packages and discover huge discounts when you book your transportation at the same time.
What's the weather like in Santa Barbara?
The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temperature of 81°F,
  • Coldest months: March, January, February, and April
  • Rainiest months: September, October, November, and May
  • Driest months: February, January, March, and December
What is there to see and do in Santa Barbara?
You don’t have to spend a lot to find things to see and do in Santa Barbara. You can budget for the top local attractions that interest you most, such as Port of San Juan and El Yunque National Forest, and then look for sights and activities that cost little or nothing at all. Enjoy the outdoors at Condado Beach and Luquillo Beach, or hunt for bargains with some shopping at The Mall of San Juan.
How can I get to Santa Barbara and get around on a budget?
Checking out these ways to get around Santa Barbara can help keep you on budget. The nearest airport is 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from the center in Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU). If that doesn’t suit your budget, you can look into flights to Ponce (PSE-Mercedita), which is 49.7 mi (80 km) away. Santa Barbara might not have many public transit options to choose from so renting a car could be an economical alternative to see more of the area.