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Casa De La Vina - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara
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Apartment in Santa Barbara · 0.66 km from centre

9.4

 

67 reviews

Casa De La Vina - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara provides accommodation within 1.5 km of the centre of Santa Barbara, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. This apartment features free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. This 5-star apartment offers private entrance.

All units include a private bathroom and have air conditioning, a TV and a fridge. Kitchenware is 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 15 km away.

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Casa Jardin - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara
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Apartment in Santa Barbara · 0.50 km from centre

9.3

 

171 reviews

Casa Jardin - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara offers accommodation within 500 metres of the centre of Santa Barbara, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. This apartment features free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. The apartment has private entrance.

At the apartment complex, units are fitted with a desk, a TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. A fridge and kitchenware are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. The units are equipped with heating facilities.

Popular points of interest near the apartment include Antioch College, Amtrack Station Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Santa Barbara Airport is 15 km from the property.

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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
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Hotel in Goleta, Santa Barbara · 15.77 km from centre

8.2

 

140 reviews

Just 4 miles from Santa Barbara Airport, this Goleta hotel offers an outdoor pool and hot tub. A restaurant and fitness centre is located on site. Free Wi-Fi is included in all guest rooms.

A flat-screen TV with cable is included in all rooms at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta. Tea and coffee-making facilities are provided.

Guests of Goleta Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara can enjoy American cuisine at the Bistro. Breakfast and dinner is available.

Ocean Meadows Golf Course is 5 minutes’ drive from this hotel. Los Angeles International Airport is 107 miles away.

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Social Stays - Santa Barbara's FIRST hostel on State Street
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Hostel in Santa Barbara · 0.16 km from centre

8.2

 

34 reviews

Attractively set in the centre of Santa Barbara, Social Stays - Santa Barbara's FIRST hostel on State Street features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. Popular points of interest nearby include Brooks Institute Of Photography, Santa Barbara Museum of Art and Granada Theatre. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.3 km from West Beach.

All units in the hostel are fitted with a coffee machine. The rooms have a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer.

Popular points of interest near Social Stays - Santa Barbara's FIRST hostel on State Street include Antioch College, Amtrack Station Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara City College. Santa Barbara Airport is 16 km from the property.

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Hostel in Santa Barbara · 0.16 km from centre

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12 reviews

With a stay at Social Stays in Santa Barbara (Downtown Santa Barbara), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara County Courthouse and Stearns Wharf. This hostel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Santa Barbara Bowl and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Santa Barbara Harbor.

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Casa Riviera
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Aparthotel in Santa Barbara · 0.32 km from centre

With a stay at Casa Riviera, you'll be centrally located in Santa Barbara, within a 5-minute drive of Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Bowl. This aparthotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Santa Barbara Harbor.

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Casa De La Vina
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Hotel in Santa Barbara · 0.66 km from centre

9.8

 

49 reviews

With a stay at Casa De La Vina, you'll be centrally located in Santa Barbara, within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf. This hotel is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Santa Barbara Bowl and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo.

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Casa De La Vina - Boutique Apartments in Downtown Santa Barbara
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Apartment in Santa Barbara · 0.66 km from centre

9.7

 

34 reviews

Ideally set in the centre of Santa Barbara, Casa De La Vina - Boutique Apartments in Downtown Santa Barbara features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking. It is situated 1.5 km from West Beach and provides a 24-hour front desk. This 5-star apartment offers private entrance.

The apartment provides guests with a terrace, city views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with bath and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge 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 Amtrack Station Santa Barbara, Antioch College and Santa Barbara City College. Santa Barbara Airport is 15 km from the property.

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The Patio Suite - The Marlowe Boutique Hotel
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Apartment in West Beach, Santa Barbara · 1.05 km from centre

The Patio Suite - The Marlowe Boutique Hotel has a balcony and is set in Santa Barbara, within just 300 metres of West Beach and 300 metres of Amtrack Station Santa Barbara. The property is located 18 km from University Of California, Santa Barbara, 7.6 km from Westmont College and 2 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Art. The property offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

The apartment features 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a stovetop and kitchenware, a washing machine and 1 bathroom with free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Popular points of interest near The Patio Suite - The Marlowe Boutique Hotel include Santa Barbara City College, Antioch College and Brooks Institute Of Photography. Santa Barbara Airport is 16 km from the property.

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The Vista Suite - The Marlowe Boutique Hotel
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Apartment in West Beach, Santa Barbara · 1.06 km from centre

The Vista Suite - The Marlowe Boutique Hotel has a balcony and is set in Santa Barbara, within just 300 metres of West Beach and 300 metres of Amtrack Station Santa Barbara. The property is located 18 km from University Of California, Santa Barbara, 9 km from Westmont College and 1.9 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Art. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

The spacious apartment features 1 bedroom, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a bath. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Popular points of interest near the apartment include Santa Barbara City College, Antioch College and Brooks Institute Of Photography. Santa Barbara Airport is 16 km away.

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The Library Suite - The Marlowe Boutique Hotel
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Apartment in West Beach, Santa Barbara · 1.06 km from centre

The Library Suite - The Marlowe Boutique Hotel features a balcony and is set in Santa Barbara, within just 300 metres of Amtrack Station Santa Barbara and 1.1 km of Santa Barbara City College. The property is located 18 km from University Of California, Santa Barbara, 7.6 km from Westmont College and 2.5 km from Granada Theatre. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and West Beach is 300 metres away.

The spacious apartment has 1 bedroom, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Popular points of interest near the apartment include Antioch College, Brooks Institute Of Photography and Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Santa Barbara Airport is 16 km from the property.

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The Craft House Inn
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Bed and breakfast in Santa Barbara · 1.11 km from centre

9.8

 

16 reviews

Ideally situated in Santa Barbara, The Craft House Inn is a recently renovated bed and breakfast, which features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking. Boasting a garden, the bed and breakfast is close to several noted attractions, around 1.8 km from Antioch College, 700 metres from Granada Theatre and less than 1 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Art. The bed and breakfast has family rooms.

At the bed and breakfast, units include a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. There is also a well-fitted kitchen in some of the units equipped with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave. Guests can grab a bite to eat in an outdoor dining area at the bed and breakfast.

West Beach is 2.4 km from the bed and breakfast, while University Of California, Santa Barbara is 16 km from the property. Santa Barbara Airport is 14 km away.

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Luxurious Mykonos in Santa Barbara with Outdoor Deck Short Bike Ride to Beach
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Holiday home in West Beach, Santa Barbara · 1.13 km from centre

Boasting mountain views, Luxurious Mykonos in Santa Barbara with Outdoor Deck Short Bike Ride to Beach features accommodation with a patio, around 400 metres from West Beach. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the holiday home free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is situated 18 km from University Of California, Santa Barbara.

The spacious holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a TV with streaming services and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a fridge. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

Guests at Luxurious Mykonos in Santa Barbara with Outdoor Deck Short Bike Ride to Beach will be able to enjoy activities in and around Santa Barbara, like cycling.

Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Amtrack Station Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara City College and Antioch College. Santa Barbara Airport is 16 km from the property.

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Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
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Hotel in Santa Barbara Beach, Santa Barbara · 1.17 km from centre

8.1

 

280 reviews

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Well situated in the West Beach district of Santa Barbara, Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is situated 17 km from University Of California, Santa Barbara, less than 1 km from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara and a 5-minute walk from Santa Barbara City College. Featuring a shared lounge, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is set 700 metres from West Beach.

Every room includes a desk and a flat-screen TV, and certain units at the hotel have a balcony.

Guests at Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Santa Barbara, like golfing.

Antioch College is 1.3 km from the accommodation, while Westmont College is 8 km away. Santa Barbara Airport is 15 km from the property.

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Pied-à-Terre Courtyard Luxury Guest Suite
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Apartment in Santa Barbara · 1.46 km from centre

In the centre of Santa Barbara, located within a short distance of Granada Theatre and Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Pied-à-Terre Courtyard Luxury Guest Suite offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as an oven and coffee machine. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking. The property offers bike hire and features a garden and outdoor fireplace.

The apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the inner courtyard views. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

There is a coffee shop and bar.

A car rental service is available at the apartment.

University Of California, Santa Barbara is 16 km from Pied-à-Terre Courtyard Luxury Guest Suite, while Antioch College is 2.1 km away. Santa Barbara Airport is 14 km from the property.

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Shoreline Park House
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Vacation home in Santa Barbara · 2.85 km from centre

With a stay at this holiday home in Santa Barbara (The Mesa), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf. This holiday home is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Santa Barbara County Courthouse and 3.3 mi (5.2 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo.

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Shoreline Park House - Your Vacation Oasis Awaits
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Holiday home in Santa Barbara · 2.85 km from centre

Located in Santa Barbara, 700 metres from One Thousand Steps Beach and 20 km from University Of California, Santa Barbara, Shoreline Park House - Your Vacation Oasis Awaits offers a garden and air conditioning. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the holiday home free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.9 km from Santa Barbara City College.

The spacious holiday home is equipped with 4 bedrooms, a TV with cable channels and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a fridge. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

Amtrack Station Santa Barbara is 3.1 km from Shoreline Park House - Your Vacation Oasis Awaits, while Antioch College is 4 km away. Santa Barbara Airport is 18 km from the property.

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Mesa Cottage - Patio with BBQ and Firepit
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Holiday home in Santa Barbara · 3.54 km from centre

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Mesa Cottage - Patio with BBQ and Firepit is located in Santa Barbara. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the holiday home free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is set less than 1 km from One Thousand Steps Beach.

The spacious holiday home is equipped with 3 bedrooms, a TV with streaming services and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a fridge. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Guests can also relax in the garden.

University Of California, Santa Barbara is 18 km from Mesa Cottage - Patio with BBQ and Firepit, while Santa Barbara City College is 3.3 km away. Santa Barbara Airport is 16 km from the property.

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Casa de Lujo - Spanish Seaside Retreat
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Vacation home in Santa Barbara · 3.81 km from centre

With a stay at this holiday home in Santa Barbara (The Mesa), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Santa Barbara Harbor and 9 minutes from Santa Barbara Zoo. This holiday home is 10.3 mi (16.5 km) from University of California, Santa Barbara and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Elings Park.

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Casa de Lujo - Spanish Seaside Retreat
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Holiday home in Santa Barbara · 3.81 km from centre

Located in Santa Barbara in the California region, Casa de Lujo - Spanish Seaside Retreat has a patio. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the holiday home free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is situated less than 1 km from One Thousand Steps Beach.

The spacious holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a TV with streaming services and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a fridge. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

University Of California, Santa Barbara is 18 km from Casa de Lujo - Spanish Seaside Retreat, while Santa Barbara City College is 3.8 km from the property. Santa Barbara Airport is 16 km away.

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Find out more about Santa Barbara County

Santa Barbara County’s sunny weather, top-notch beaches, smart lifestyle and charming towns make this cosmopolitan county an epic vacation destination. In Santa Barbara, its main coastal city, you’ll find plenty of museums, theatres, restaurants and Spanish-style architecture, all with a seaside town vibe.

No trip to Santa Barbara County is complete without visiting Santa Ynez Valley to see the wineries and vineyards, complete with postcard-perfect views (and plenty of wine sampling, of course!). If you’re more of an adventure seeker, stay in Santa Barbara County accommodation in Los Padres National Forest and hit the hiking trails. Or why not go kayaking through the sea caves at Channel Islands National Park?

A touch of luxury mixed with relaxation makes Santa Barbara County a must for your vacation bucket list.

Where to stay in Santa Barbara County

When it comes to hotels in Santa Barbara County, you really are spoilt for choice. But the big question is, which part do you stay in?

Goleta is brilliant for families with heaps of affordable stays close to the best outdoor adventure activities like hiking and tide-pooling. Staying near the Channel Islands Harbor is brilliant for exploring sea caves, kayaking and enjoying peaceful coastal vibes.

Santa Barbara offers an excellent mix of beach and city life, with pretty stores and boutiques, wine tasting and pristine beaches. Santa Ynez Valley is a wine lover’s paradise with gorgeous vineyards and more wine than you could ever sample.

For a spot of the celeb lifestyle, head to Montecito to hang out with the A-listers and gawp at the stunning estates. Or for a taste of small-town seaside charm, base your stay in Carpinteria. You’ll love the cozy vibes and mellow beach days.

Top things to do in Santa Barbara County

  • Fall in love with Solvang. This adorable Danish-inspired town is packed with quirky stores, windmills and mouth-watering bakeries (make sure you try the aebleskivers - thank us later).
  • Explore the Santa Barbara Mission. This stunning landmark, known as the Queen of the Missions, is brimming with pretty gardens and history.
  • Chow down on barbecue. Head to Santa Maria Valley and pig out on the smoky, seasoned meat cooked to perfection over red oak.

Insider tips for visiting Santa Barbara

  • Don’t rent a car in Santa Barbara. Everything is walkable or bikeable in downtown Santa Barbara. If you want to give your feet a rest, use the electric shuttle on State Street.
  • Midweek is better. To enjoy the wineries in Santa Ynez Valley, we recommend going midweek and avoiding the weekend rush.
  • Don’t miss the small towns. Ballard and Los Alamos have lots of small-town charm, farm-to-table restaurants and cute antique stores.
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