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Check availability on Santa Barbara Family friendly Hotels

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Our top choices for Santa Barbara family-friendly hotels

1. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Beach
P9,954
P11,830 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
  • Family fun takes flight at this poolside paradise with free breakfast and airport shuttle just minutes from the beach.
P10,924
P12,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
P9,095
P10,386 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

4. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
P15,991
P18,266 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Santa Barbara Inn

5. Casa Iglesia

Casa Iglesia
Oak Park
P10,968
P17,082 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Casa Iglesia

6. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
North State
P11,493
P13,124 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

7. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
P15,385
P17,539 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

8. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
  • Family-friendly fun awaits at this coastal hotel, where free bikes, cribs, and a gated outdoor pool keep every age entertained.
P17,258
P19,707 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

9. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Oak Park
P9,926
P11,335 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

10. Casa Del Mar Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
P12,118
P13,814 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Casa Del Mar Inn
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara

Pool
Breakfast included
Water park
4 stars
5 stars

Family-friendly hotels with pools in Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Beach
P9,954
P11,830 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
P10,924
P12,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
P15,991
P18,266 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Santa Barbara Inn

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
P9,095
P10,386 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
P17,258
P19,707 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
Santa Barbara Beach
P16,600
P18,957 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Inn By The Harbor

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
North State
P11,493
P13,124 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
Santa Barbara Beach
P14,965
P17,089 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Lavender Inn by the Sea

The Milo

The Milo
Santa Barbara Beach
P18,189
P20,771 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
The Milo

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Oak Park
P9,926
P11,335 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
P10,924
P12,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
North State
P11,493
P13,124 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
Santa Barbara Beach
P16,600
P18,957 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Inn By The Harbor

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
P17,258
P19,707 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Santa Barbara Beach
P15,704
P20,708 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Oak Park
P9,926
P11,335 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
P10,352
P11,801 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
The Inn at East Beach

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
Santa Barbara Beach
P14,965
P17,089 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Casa Del Mar Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
P12,118
P13,814 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Casa Del Mar Inn

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
P15,385
P17,539 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
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Top Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Happy Hour and Breakfast. What more can you ask for."
Vincent 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

8/10 Good
"Great location within walking distance to the beach and many restaurants. Pool area is also a nice option for a relaxing day with a good book."
Kalle 4-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Inn By The Harbor
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We recently stayed and had a mix up with our reservation (our fault) and all the staff that assisted us were so patient and helpful. The hotel was clean, spacious, and pool was clean. Great stay!"
Melissa 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
The Franciscan Hotel
Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Customer service on point very customer knowledgeable to treat the customers friendly kind helpful directed us to different places to visit was our first time there really loved it will be back while recommended for anybody wants to just chill. Pool was great big salty water excellent cleanest. Thank you, Enrique."
Enrique 2-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Lemon Tree Inn
The Milo

The Milo

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay"
Dajana 2-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
The Milo
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

8/10 Good
"Great motel room for the price in the heart of SB"
Charla 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"This was a beautiful, easy on the budget, place to stay for a couple of nights to enjoy Santa Barbara. I'd definitely stay here again!"
Shannon 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was clean and the balcony was a plus. It’s an older building, pool was wonderful. Location is great."
tony allen 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Beachside Inn

Frequently asked questions

What's Santa Barbara like for family-friendly vacations?
You might want to consider the walkable destination of Santa Barbara if you've been thinking about a trip for the whole family. The biking trails, beaches, and cafes are just some of the things that make this an attractive family vacation spot. Arrange a flight into Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), which is the closest airport, or Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is located 24.7 mi (39.7 km) from the city center.
What's the best accommodation for a family vacation to Santa Barbara?
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara is a hotel with an outdoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options for your kid-friendly vacation include Inn By The Harbor and Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort.
How many family-friendly hotels can I expect to find in Santa Barbara?
Expedia has 17 hotels in Santa Barbara that are great for families.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Santa Barbara?
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's there to see and do with your family in Santa Barbara?
While you are vacationing in Santa Barbara, you and the family might want to see interesting spots such as Arlington Theater and Santa Barbara Bowl. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Stearns Wharf.
What's the best way for us to get around Santa Barbara?
If you want to explore the larger area, ride aboard one of the trains from Santa Barbara Station. Santa Barbara might not have many public transit options so consider renting a car to explore more.

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