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Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
Montecito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (292)
"One of the best properties I’ve stayed at. Beautiful and clean . Service is excellent. "
United States
Karina
The price is ₩1,919,902
₩2,359,479 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Room, 1 Queen Bed (Eucalyptus Room; No Television) | Terrace/patio
Ojai Retreat & Inn

Ojai Retreat & Inn

Ojai Retreat & Inn
3.0 star property
32.5 km from Montecito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (338)
"This was our second stay here and it did not disappoint. Ojai is wonderful place and this hotel makes it even more wonderful. "
United States
Harry
The price is ₩225,797
₩251,839 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Ojai Retreat & Inn
Body treatments, massage/treatment rooms
Chantico Inn

Chantico Inn

Chantico Inn
2.5 star property
35 km from Montecito
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Cute little place, enjoyed our stay. Would stay again. "
United States
Shamryn
Chantico Inn
Exterior
Blue Iguana Inn

Blue Iguana Inn

Blue Iguana Inn
3.5 star property
32.2 km from Montecito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (696)
"Great room, friendly staff, beautiful grounds "
United States
Rob
The price is ₩323,305
₩349,169 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Blue Iguana Inn
Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace
Ojai Rancho Inn

Ojai Rancho Inn

Ojai Rancho Inn
3.0 star property
34.8 km from Montecito
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (145)
"Great place to stay! "
United States
NICOLE
The price is ₩239,143
₩275,489 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Ojai Rancho Inn
Beach
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
12.2 km from Montecito
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (227)
"Clean and comfortable beds "
United States
Kelly
The price is ₩165,343
₩190,145 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
Bar (on property)
Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone, 6 km from Montecito
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (807)
"Love this place. Will definitely be back. Close to many cool things. "
United States
Matthew
The price is ₩287,875
₩328,740 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Moxy Santa Barbara
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen
Los Aguajes

Los Aguajes

Los Aguajes
2.0 star property
West Beach, 6.3 km from Montecito
7.0 out of 10, Good, (7)
"Great and comfortable place for family and friends stay. Was walking distance to Santa Barbara state street. Would only say that unit does not have AC so it’s was super hot due to the high heat’s for that weekend. Other than that our stay was perfect. "
United States
Anonymous traveler
Los Aguajes
Exterior
Tide Pool Villas

Tide Pool Villas

Tide Pool Villas
4.5 star property
West Beach, 6.1 km from Montecito
6.0 out of 10, (74)
"Perfect location!!"
United States
sarah
The price is ₩275,415
₩486,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Tide Pool Villas
Restaurant
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 7.4 km from Montecito
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (674)
"Wonderful property , charming hosts and great breakfasts!"
United States
Jeff
The price is ₩308,247
₩352,019 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
Front of property
Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
2.0 star property
West Beach, 6.1 km from Montecito
6.0 out of 10, (969)
"Cozy vintage hotel next to the ocean, nice walk bun. Definitely five stars!"
United States
Mikhail
Ala Mar by the Sea
Exterior
Secret Garden Inn and Cottages

Secret Garden Inn and Cottages

Secret Garden Inn and Cottages
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 7.9 km from Montecito
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Nice staff and great breakfast!"
United States
Yoshiko
The price is ₩266,152
₩307,622 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Secret Garden Inn and Cottages
Exterior
Palmoro House

Palmoro House

Palmoro House
3.0 star property
East Beach, 4.1 km from Montecito
7.6 out of 10, Good, (307)
"Very friendly and gracious staff. The sister property is lovely. There is a significant construction project in the lot across the street which detracted from the charm of the neighborhood. "
United States
Amy
The price is ₩184,683
₩254,826 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
Palmoro House
City view from property
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower State, 6.1 km from Montecito
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (172)
"Fun and friendly atmosphere. Matthew was especially kind in showing me around. Definitely would stay here again."
United States
Jacob
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Exterior
Casa Del Mar Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 6.3 km from Montecito
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"The room was clean, area very quiet even though close to the ocean less than 5 min walk, felt like a very safe place, friendly helpful staff"
United States
Inna
The price is ₩234,729
₩267,591 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Casa Del Mar Inn
Front of property
The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 6.4 km from Montecito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Great location and amazing breakfast."
United States
Kristina
The price is ₩352,536
₩401,892 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
The Eagle Inn
Lobby lounge
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 6.7 km from Montecito
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (357)
"It was a lovely stay! The staff was warm and friendly and overall neat and clean place "
United States
Aishwarya
The price is ₩230,300
₩262,542 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Front of property
Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 6.4 km from Montecito
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Everything was perfect "
United States
Andrew
The price is ₩235,262
₩268,198 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Harbor House Inn
Property amenity
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
16.8 km from Montecito
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (204)
"Such lovely, serene, clean place. Staff were super nice and helpful. Also, a Great place to stay if you are visiting UCSB. "
United States
Beheshteh
The price is ₩299,801
₩342,357 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Lobby
Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
4 km from Montecito
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (336)
"Fantastic place to stay! Great staff, great location, beautiful memories!"
United States
Christopher
The price is ₩369,070
₩420,740 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Inn on Summer Hill
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Where to stay in Montecito

Find the best Montecito areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Montecito
Learn more about Montecito

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara showing a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum.

The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

East Beach

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Top Montecito Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was amazing. Arron at the front desk was so friendly and informative about the area and restaurants. We will definitely stay here again. "
Victor 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Inn By The Harbor

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Montecito?
Montecito is a welcoming neighborhood known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. Be sure to check out Miramar Beach and Butterfly Beach as part of your Montecito travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Montecito?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Rosewood Miramar Beach is the highest ranked property in Montecito. This hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa.
How many hotels are there in the Montecito area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 182 Montecito hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Montecito, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals in Montecito.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Montecito?
For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Montecito, head over to our customer service page.
What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?
Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Miramar Beach, Butterfly Beach, and Hammond's Beach while you're in Montecito. You could also plan a visit to Montecito Village Shopping Center or Casa Del Herrero while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Montecito include The Easton Gallery, Soma Get Fit, and Fernald Point. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, be sure to visit other sights like Lotusland or Santa Barbara Cemetery.