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Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East, 1.5 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (692)
"Great place to stay for a quiet romantic stay. The staff was very attentive and helpful. The breakfast was delicious. Would stay again."
United States
Brian
Simpson House Inn

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.0 star property
Laguna, 2.6 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (89)
"Nice interior, clean, and convenient location"
United States
Harley
The price is P6,947
P12,271 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
Casa Riviera

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 1.6 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (675)
"Wonderful property , charming hosts and great breakfasts!"
United States
Jeff
The price is P12,261
P14,002 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 1.7 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (320)
"Super clean, wonderful staff, beautiful quiet elegant place. Great amenities.."
United States
Donna
The price is P9,924
P11,540 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Bath Street Inn

El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
1 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (536)
"Impeccable everything, incredible staff and service throughout our stay. They were lovely to our toddler son, we loved every bit of our experience and are already planning our return. "
United States
Lauren
The price is P30,697
P39,329 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
El Encanto Santa Barbara

Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 2.3 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (231)
"It was amazing, I will definitely go again "
United States
Hannah
The price is P5,496
P10,617 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
Casa Jardin

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
2.4 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (374)
"Beautiful hotel, with a subdued vibe, exceptionally friendly staff. Walking distance from anything you might want to do in Santa Barbara."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is P24,663
P28,164 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Palihouse Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 1.4 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"The staff and the room were Great "
United States
MARTIN
The price is P8,935
P10,203 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 2 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Clean room, nice staff, great hospitality "
United States
Kevin
The price is P11,931
P13,601 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
The Upham Hotel

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
4.0 star property
2.2 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (12)
"Nicely decorated and comfortable. Great amenities and outdoor space. Loved the craftsman vibe."
United States
Corky
The price is P16,870
P19,264 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
The Craft House Inn

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Lower State, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1074)
"Outstanding location."
United States
william
The price is P11,145
P12,961 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 1.6 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (220)
"Great location and very friendly and helpful staff."
United States
Jennifer
The price is P13,154
P14,995 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Agave Inn

Agave Inn
2.0 star property
1.7 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (751)
"Room was very clean, loved the decor in the room and it felt super cozy. "
United States
Gabriel
The price is P6,459
P7,363 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Agave Inn

The De La Vina Inn

The De La Vina Inn
3.5 star property
2.1 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (66)
"Was a great experience. My wife and I had a great time. Very friendly staff even though everything was contactless. They were very helpful through the stay."
United States
Andrew
The price is P11,190
P14,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
The De La Vina Inn

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
1.1 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1151)
"Clean, comfortable, quiet, and excellent restaurant and staff"
United States
Davita
The price is P5,021
P5,734 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Lemon Tree Inn

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
2.3 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2081)
"Good place to stay"
United States
Guillermo
The price is P5,510
P6,281 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Sandpiper Lodge

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara, 2.5 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Friendly staff, clean room and pet-friendly"
United States
Lisa
The price is P16,677
P21,675 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
2 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"It was centrally located to nice eateries, breweries, wine bars & local shops. "
United States
Kathy
The price is P5,348
P6,097 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Oasis Inn & Suites

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State, 3.2 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (588)
"Room was comfortable with nice touches such as a fireplace, swinging chair and small nautical pieces "
United States
Wendy
The price is P7,547
P9,190 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Haley Hotel

The Presidio

The Presidio
2.0 star property
1.5 km from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (754)
"The staff was friendly, the room was clean and it was in a quiet area. The hotel is within walking distance to downtown. The hotel is older and modest, but it has wifi and parking!"
United States
Yasmine
The price is P6,401
P7,297 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
The Presidio
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What's the area like around Santa Barbara Natural History Museum?
Santa Barbara Natural History Museum is located in a historic area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 129 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Santa Barbara Natural History Museum?
El Encanto Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum. Other good choices within a short distance include Best Western Plus Santa Barbara and Lemon Tree Inn.
How many hotels are there close to Santa Barbara Natural History Museum?
Expedia has 129 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Barbara Natural History Museum, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.
What can I see and do near Santa Barbara Natural History Museum?
Santa Barbara Museum of Art, MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Mission Santa Barbara, Presidio Santa Barbara, and Casa Del Herrero are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at Arlington Theater, Santa Barbara Bowl, and Granada Theatre if you're interested in local theater.