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5. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

6. Rose Garden Inn

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The Upham Hotel

1404 De La Vina Street
1.1 km (0.7 mi) from the city center
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Luggage storage
  • Terrace

Featuring free self parking and a golf course, The Upham Hotel Santa Barbara offers accommodation within 2.3 km from Stearns Wharf Harbor. The venue is located off the compact Santa Barbara Museum of Art, just 10 minutes' walk from the city centre.

Situated in Santa Barbara Downtown district, the property is set 0.4 km of Arlington Theatre. The hotel is set in an entertainment district of Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara City College is only a couple of minutes' drive away.

8.5
265 reviews
~ US$198 / night

The Upham Hotel

1.1 km (0.7 mi) from the city center
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Luggage storage
  • Terrace

The Upham Hotel

Featuring free self parking and a golf course, The Upham Hotel Santa Barbara offers accommodation within 2.3 km from Stearns Wharf Harbor. The venue is located off the compact Santa Barbara Museum of Art, just 10 minutes' walk from the city centre.

Situated in Santa Barbara Downtown district, the property is set 0.4 km of Arlington Theatre. The hotel is set in an entertainment district of Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara City College is only a couple of minutes' drive away.

8.5
265 reviews
Average price US$ 198 / night
  • Beach access
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Hotel Californian

36 State Street
1.1 km (0.7 mi) from the city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Sauna
  • Rooftop pool

The 5-star Hotel Californian Santa Barbara is set 0.7 km from Funk Zone and 2.1 km from Carriage Museum. Set within reach of Stearns Wharf Harbor, the venue features an a la carte restaurant serving meals of Moroccan cuisine.

The accommodation is set within 15 minutes' walk of the centre of Santa Barbara, not far from Santa Barbara Wine Collective. The hotel is located in West Beach district. Santa Barbara Zoo is just a short drive away.

8.7
150 reviews
~ US$662 / night

Hotel Californian

1.1 km (0.7 mi) from the city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Sauna
  • Rooftop pool

Hotel Californian

The 5-star Hotel Californian Santa Barbara is set 0.7 km from Funk Zone and 2.1 km from Carriage Museum. Set within reach of Stearns Wharf Harbor, the venue features an a la carte restaurant serving meals of Moroccan cuisine.

The accommodation is set within 15 minutes' walk of the centre of Santa Barbara, not far from Santa Barbara Wine Collective. The hotel is located in West Beach district. Santa Barbara Zoo is just a short drive away.

8.7
150 reviews
Average price US$ 662 / night
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Spanish Garden Inn

915 Garden Street
0.4 km (0.2 mi) from the city center
  • Car park
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Mini-bar
  • Ironing facilities
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Swimming pool

Spanish Garden Inn Santa Barbara is located at 850 metres' distance from the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park as well as features 24-hour front desk assistance and concierge service. The venue is set within 5 minutes' walk of the centre of Santa Barbara, not far from EL Presidio de Santa Barbara State Park.

Situated in Santa Barbara Downtown district, the inn is set 2.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo. The Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse is also located near the accommodation. It takes a few minutes' drive to get to Stearns Wharf Harbor.

9.3
339 reviews
~ US$219 / night

Spanish Garden Inn

0.4 km (0.2 mi) from the city center
  • Car park
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Mini-bar
  • Ironing facilities
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Swimming pool

Spanish Garden Inn

Spanish Garden Inn Santa Barbara is located at 850 metres' distance from the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park as well as features 24-hour front desk assistance and concierge service. The venue is set within 5 minutes' walk of the centre of Santa Barbara, not far from EL Presidio de Santa Barbara State Park.

Situated in Santa Barbara Downtown district, the inn is set 2.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo. The Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse is also located near the accommodation. It takes a few minutes' drive to get to Stearns Wharf Harbor.

9.3
339 reviews
Average price US$ 219 / night
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Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown Hotel

1601 State Street
1.3 km (0.8 mi) from the city center
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Heated swimming pool

The 3-star La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Barbara Downtown is placed in Santa Barbara, not far from the compact Santa Barbara Museum of Art. For business travellers, a photocopy machine, a business centre and a work desk are available on request.

Santa Barbara City College is a few minutes' drive from the venue, while Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum is 1.2 km away. Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church is only 1.8 km from the accommodation. La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Barbara Downtown is a short walk from Trinity Episcopal Church.

8.1
62 reviews
~ US$186 / night

Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown Hotel

1.3 km (0.8 mi) from the city center
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Heated swimming pool

Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown Hotel

The 3-star La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Barbara Downtown is placed in Santa Barbara, not far from the compact Santa Barbara Museum of Art. For business travellers, a photocopy machine, a business centre and a work desk are available on request.

Santa Barbara City College is a few minutes' drive from the venue, while Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum is 1.2 km away. Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church is only 1.8 km from the accommodation. La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Barbara Downtown is a short walk from Trinity Episcopal Church.

8.1
62 reviews
Average price US$ 186 / night
  • Eco-friendly stay
  • Beach access
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Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

633 East Cabrillo Boulevard
2.1 km (1.3 mi) from the city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort lies about 1.9 km from Stearns Wharf Harbor and offers heated rooms with views over the Pacific Ocean. The property is set in East Beach district, in vicinity of The Cabrillo Ball Park.

This accommodation is in a 25-minute walk from the Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse. The venue is situated approximately 25 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara city centre. Guests can find a beautiful beach steps away from the hotel. Visit Santa Barbara is also a short drive away.

6.6
400 reviews
~ US$235 / night

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

2.1 km (1.3 mi) from the city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort lies about 1.9 km from Stearns Wharf Harbor and offers heated rooms with views over the Pacific Ocean. The property is set in East Beach district, in vicinity of The Cabrillo Ball Park.

This accommodation is in a 25-minute walk from the Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse. The venue is situated approximately 25 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara city centre. Guests can find a beautiful beach steps away from the hotel. Visit Santa Barbara is also a short drive away.

6.6
400 reviews
Average price US$ 235 / night
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Rose Garden Inn

3643 State Street
4.6 km (2.8 mi) from the city center
  • Free parking
  • Security
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Heating
  • Vending machines

Rose Garden Inn Santa Barbara is located in a 10-minute ride from Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church and offers laundry facilities, 24-hour security service and housekeeping. The venue is set 5 minutes' walk from State & Ontare bus stop, providing connection to Gelson's Market.

Situated in Upper State Street district, the accommodation is set around a 20-minute walk to Earl Warren Show Grounds Event Hotel. Santa Barbara city centre is 4 km away from the property. Chaucer's Bookstore is also located near the venue. The 230-acre non-profit Elings Park is just a few minutes' drive away.

6.2
1038 reviews
~ US$77 / night

Rose Garden Inn

4.6 km (2.8 mi) from the city center
  • Free parking
  • Security
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Heating
  • Vending machines

Rose Garden Inn

Rose Garden Inn Santa Barbara is located in a 10-minute ride from Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church and offers laundry facilities, 24-hour security service and housekeeping. The venue is set 5 minutes' walk from State & Ontare bus stop, providing connection to Gelson's Market.

Situated in Upper State Street district, the accommodation is set around a 20-minute walk to Earl Warren Show Grounds Event Hotel. Santa Barbara city centre is 4 km away from the property. Chaucer's Bookstore is also located near the venue. The 230-acre non-profit Elings Park is just a few minutes' drive away.

6.2
1038 reviews
Average price US$ 77 / night

Are you in a hurry?

Here is a quick list of hotels in Santa Barbara, selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
The Upham Hotel

8.5 / 10

(265 Reviews)

From 198$
Hotel Californian

8.7 / 10

(150 Reviews)

From 662$
Spanish Garden Inn

9.3 / 10

(339 Reviews)

From 219$
Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown Hotel

8.1 / 10

(62 Reviews)

From 186$
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

6.6 / 10

(400 Reviews)

From 235$

Santa Barbara is famed for its stunning coastline and picturesque landscapes, making it an ideal destination for those seeking Hotels with a view. From hillside retreats to beachfront escapes, accommodations offering breathtaking panoramas are plentiful. Whether it’s the sight of the sun setting over the Pacific or the charming Spanish-style architecture set against lush greenery, these properties promise an unforgettable visual experience. In this guide, you will find top-notch recommendations for hotels where relaxation meets stunning scenery.

Santa Barbara Hotels With Amazing Views FAQ
Which Hotels with a view have a lot of guest reviews?
Here are some Hotels with a view that have the highest number of reviews:
What are the best Santa Barbara hotels near Santa Maria Public airport?
There are more than 256 reviews of our guests for 4 options not far from Santa Maria Public airport. Radisson Hotel Santa Maria with rating 7.2/10 may suit you — it has prices from 156US$ per night and provides an outdoor swimming pool, a golf course and a gym. This property is 1.2 km from the airport. To see more airport hotels click here.
What are the top places in Santa Barbara city centre?
There are 6 hotels and other accommodations in Santa Barbara city centre to choose from. Spanish Garden Inn, located right in Santa Barbara city centre, has a rating 8.4/10. A photocopy machine, a fax machine and a business centre along with an exquisite service are at your disposal. Enjoy a continental and deluxe continental breakfast on site and use Amtrack Santa Barbara to travel the city. The Waterman with rating 8.0/10 and Kimpton Canary Hotel, An Ihg Hotel rated 7.0/10 are other favourite hotels in the area. To see more central hotels click here.
What are the greatest places to stay in Montecito district, Santa Barbara?
More than 5 properties are situated in Montecito district. One of the best hotels is San Ysidro Ranch with rating 9.0/10. Offering a Jacuzzi, a swimming pool and free parking on site, this property is a 20-minute walk from Casa del Herrero. Another good hotel is Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore for 870US$ per night with a minibar, air conditioning and Wi-Fi in the rooms. Montecito Inn is a hotel with rating 7.4/10 at the cost of 329US$ per one night. To see more hotels in this area go here.
What are the most popular cheap hotels in Santa Barbara?
There are more than 12 top budget properties in Santa Barbara. Harbor House Inn rated 9.0/10 is great for your budget stay in Santa Barbara. This property has concierge service, a business centre and windsurfing. Another recommended hotel is Ramada By Wyndham rated 7.6/10 for 201US$ per night. It also offers a desk, meeting rooms and a business centre. Other budget options are Motel 6-Santa Barbara, Ca - State Street, Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn and Oasis Inn & Suites. To see more cheap hotels go here.
What are the best 5-star hotels in Santa Barbara?
If you are searching for a luxury stay in Santa Barbara, we offer you 5 properties to choose from. One of the best is Rosewood Miramar Beach with rating 8.2/10 from 459US$ per night, offering an outdoor swimming pool, concierge service and a Jacuzzi. Other favourite 5-star places are The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, and Hotel Californian. See more 5-star options here.
What are the most popular boutique hotels in Santa Barbara?
More than 1247 reviews of our guests may help to find the best Santa Barbara boutique hotel. Offering concierge service and bicycle usage, Harbor View Inn rated 7.8/10 is a modern Santa Barbara hotel with prices from 243US$ per night. It is located 2 km from Granada Theatre. Another popular 4-star stylish accommodation is Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt rated 6.2/10 with a golf course, concierge service and a Jacuzzi on site. Simpson House Inn with rating 8.4/10: a 5-star property for 459US$ per night. To see more boutique hotels click here.

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