Hotels & Stays in Santa Barbara

Boutique hotels, chic lofts, and hidden gems across Santa Barbara — these are the stays that turn a quick trip into a full-on escape.

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Santa Barbara Spotlight Favorites

Hotels you’ll actually look forward to checking into. Handpicked spots where the sheets are crisp, the views hit different, and Santa Barbara hums just outside your window.
Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden

Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden

Santa Barbara
4.8
Lush garden featuring diverse trees, koi ponds, butterfly garden, and picnic area within Santa Barbara's serene Upper East neighborhood.
Butterfly Beach

Butterfly Beach

Montecito
4.7
A scenic coastal retreat with soft sands and open space, ideal for long walks, beach volleyball, and wildlife spotting.
Los Baños del Mar Pool

Los Baños del Mar Pool

$

Santa Barbara
4.4
A spacious 50m outdoor lap pool with stunning harbor and palm tree views, ideal for fitness and community swimming in Santa Barbara.
North Campus Open Space

North Campus Open Space

$

Goleta
4.7
Restored natural wetlands and hiking area with diverse trails, coastal views, and abundant native plants and wildlife in Goleta, CA.
Sands Beach

Sands Beach

Isla Vista
4.6
A scenic public beach in Isla Vista known for tide pools, snowy plover habitat, sunset views, and long coastal walks.
Arroyo Burro

Arroyo Burro

Santa Barbara
4.7
A clean, calm, sunny river beach with scenic views and peaceful surroundings in Santa Barbara.
Hope Ranch Public Beach

Hope Ranch Public Beach

Eastern Goleta Valley
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Coastal beach offering scenic views and open access for outdoor recreation in Eastern Goleta Valley.
The Stow House

The Stow House

$

Goleta
4.7
A historical ranch and beautiful arboretum featuring a peaceful lake, picnic areas, trails, and weekend tours in Goleta.
Patterson Open Space

Patterson Open Space

Santa Barbara
4.2
Spacious no-leash dog park in Santa Barbara with open grassy fields, shade, and peaceful creekside paths surrounded by tall trees.
Stearns Wharf

Stearns Wharf

Santa Barbara
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Historic pier building offering iconic waterfront views in Santa Barbara. A gateway spot for coastal strolls and marine sights.

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Stays in the Heart of Santa Barbara

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From boutique hotels to skyline-view suites, these are the stays that define Santa Barbara nights.
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milk & honey

milk & honey

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Santa Barbara
4.6
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ah juice organic cafe (100 % organic cafe & pressed juice)

ah juice organic cafe (100 % organic cafe & pressed juice)

$$
Santa Barbara
4.3
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Zocalo

Zocalo

$$
Isla Vista
4.8
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Zaytoon

Zaytoon

$$
Santa Barbara
4.6
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Zapp Thai food truck

Zapp Thai food truck

$$
Goleta
4.9
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ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi

ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi

$$
Goleta
None
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Yummy Thai Restaurant

Yummy Thai Restaurant

$$
Goleta
4.1
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Your Place Restaurant

Your Place Restaurant

$$
Santa Barbara
4.3
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Your Choice Restaurant

Your Choice Restaurant

$$
Santa Barbara
4.4
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Yoshinoya UCSB

Yoshinoya UCSB

$
Santa Barbara
4.0
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Yona Redz

Yona Redz

$$
Santa Barbara
4.3
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Yoichi's

Yoichi's

$$$$
Santa Barbara
4.8
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Hotels, Lofts & Landmarks

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From sleek hotels to hidden lofts, these Santa Barbara stays are made for late checkouts, skyline views, and nights that never quite end.
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Yogurtland

Yogurtland

$
Goleta
4.4
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Yetz's Deli

Yetz's Deli

$$
Isla Vista
5
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Yetz's Bagels

Yetz's Bagels

$
Isla Vista
4.8
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Yellow Belly Tap

Yellow Belly Tap

$$
Santa Barbara
4.6
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Woodstock's Pizza Isla Vista

Woodstock's Pizza Isla Vista

$$
Isla Vista
4.4
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Wingstop

Wingstop

$$
Goleta
3.8
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Wingstop

Wingstop

$$
Goleta
3.7
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Window to the Sea Park

Window to the Sea Park

$
Goleta
4.7
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Winchester II Open Space

Winchester II Open Space

$
Goleta
4.0
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Winchester I Open Space

Winchester I Open Space

$
Goleta
5
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Winchell's Donut House

Winchell's Donut House

$
Santa Barbara
4
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Wildcat Lounge

Wildcat Lounge

$$
Santa Barbara
4.1
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Retreats in the Santa Barbara

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From forest saunas to slow mornings by the creek, these retreats trade rush for rhythm and remind you what stillness feels like.
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Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden

Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden

Santa Barbara
4.8
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Butterfly Beach

Butterfly Beach

Montecito
4.7
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Los Baños del Mar Pool

Los Baños del Mar Pool

$
Santa Barbara
4.4
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North Campus Open Space

North Campus Open Space

$
Goleta
4.7
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Sands Beach

Sands Beach

Isla Vista
4.6
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Arroyo Burro

Arroyo Burro

Santa Barbara
4.7
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Hope Ranch Public Beach

Hope Ranch Public Beach

Eastern Goleta Valley
None
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The Stow House

The Stow House

$
Goleta
4.7
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Patterson Open Space

Patterson Open Space

Santa Barbara
4.2
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Stearns Wharf

Stearns Wharf

Santa Barbara
None
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Mission Rose Garden

Mission Rose Garden

$
Santa Barbara
4.8
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Lake Los Carneros Park

Lake Los Carneros Park

Goleta
4.7
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