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The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Gorgeous gardens and we loved the history of the Upham!"
United States
Terri Rae
The price is P12,560
P14,319 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
The Upham Hotel
Exterior detail

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,601 reviews)
"Great location, nice room and pool!"
United States
Natasha
The price is P20,132
P22,990 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
The Milo
Exterior

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice stay. Great location."
United States
brian
The price is P17,722
P22,692 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,014 reviews)
"Great location and outstanding property"
United States
Alec
The price is P20,614
P23,546 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Santa Barbara Inn
Terrace/patio

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (351 reviews)
"Very nice and clean facility, but kind of spendy, but I suppose that's what you have to do to stay across from the beach."
United States
Guy
The price is P19,873
P25,458 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
View from room

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Anthony
The price is P17,034
P22,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Montecito Inn
Exterior

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
Laguna
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (244 reviews)
"Love this place, always a great stay."
United States
Teresa Gayle Dumas
The price is P13,439
P19,880 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Casa Riviera
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"It’s a great home base in a convenient downtown location"
United States
Lisa Ann
The price is P20,860
P26,928 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Children's play area - outdoor

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (255 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel!"
United States
isabel
The price is P15,629
P17,848 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Interior

Casa Iglesia

Casa Iglesia
4.5 star property
Oak Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Such a beautiful property!! The room was spacious and had everything we could’ve needed, the bed was so comfortable. Super easy check in / check out process. Would definitely stay here again"
United States
Monique
The price is P12,076
P18,326 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Casa Iglesia
Reception

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room and super convenient location. The staff are quite friendly as well."
United States
Jamil
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Lobby lounge

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (454 reviews)
"Great place to stay!!"
United States
Viviano
The price is P12,945
P14,757 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Laguna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (423 reviews)
"Wonderful stay - the hotel is unique and centrally located, just a quick walk to the main drag. Room was spacious and very well appointed."
United States
Mary
The price is P30,767
P35,134 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Exterior

Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (189 reviews)
"The property was clean and the location was great."
United States
Mary
The price is P13,391
P19,825 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Casa De La Vina
Shopping mall

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Loved this hotel. Great location"
United States
Cayley
The price is P18,379
P20,988 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Living room

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (28 reviews)
"Home/room felt like home while our short stay away from home. Host was very helpful throughout our stay."
United States
Norma
The price is P11,925
P13,618 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
The Craft House Inn
Exterior

Tide Pool Villas

Tide Pool Villas
4.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
6.2 out of 10, (88 reviews)
"Great location. Walking distance to the pier, many eateries, Moxi museum. "
United States
Cynthia
The price is P17,395
P20,425 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Tide Pool Villas
Interior

Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Really nice stay! Modern and very clean. I love how close we were to everything. Walking distance to shops, the harbor and restaurants. The hosts were very nice and the communication was excellent! We will definitely go back."
United States
Kelli
The price is P24,594
P34,359 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Casa Yano by The Beach
Interior

Casa Castillo

Casa Castillo
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Amazing property!"
United States
David
The price is P14,479
P21,066 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Casa Castillo
Living area

Santa Barbara Luxury Beach Getaways

Santa Barbara Luxury Beach Getaways
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6 reviews)
"Was a little noisy but nice property"
United States
betty
Santa Barbara Luxury Beach Getaways
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Hotel Californian

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P36,188 total
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Santa Barbara and related destinations

Nestled between mountains and sea, this Spanish-influenced coastal paradise offers wine tasting and red-tiled architecture along State Street. Rent bikes to explore the palm-lined waterfront, then catch sunset from Stearns Wharf where locals recommend the fresh seafood.

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A coastal town with a beach, houses, and mountains in the background.

Top Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

The Milo

The Milo

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice and well located property, walking distance to shops,lots of dinning options and of course the beach/pier"
Janneth 1-night trip
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The Milo

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 4-star hotels in Santa Barbara?
Kick back in 4-star hotel comfort at Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel. Ranked highly by many of our guests, it comes with Frette Italian sheets and a terrace. Also take a look at The Upham Hotel. A pillowtop mattress and a terrace make this stay another traveler favorite in Santa Barbara.
How much does it cost to stay in a 4-star hotel in Santa Barbara?
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in Santa Barbara?
If you choose to stay at a 4-star hotel in Santa Barbara, you'll typically find lots of conveniences to ensure you're relaxed, such as a restaurant, pool and gym. You can enjoy high-quality service and upscale surroundings. Pick a 5-star hotel and you'll get a few extra perks — think on-site spas, around-the-clock concierge and opulent turndown services. You'll most likely get extra amenities and first-class services at a 5-star retreat, but both are fabulous options for luxury travelers.

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