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Our top choices for Santa Barbara luxury hotels

1. Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
Montecito
  • Beachfront opulence awaits at this Montecito retreat with full-service spa, poolside cocktails, and pristine shores.
₩2,395,330
₩2,906,626 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Rosewood Miramar Beach

2. El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
Upper Riviera
  • Coastal sophistication meets full-service luxury at this Santa Barbara boutique hotel with ocean-view dining and spa indulgence.
₩842,330
₩1,064,961 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
El Encanto Santa Barbara

3. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
Laguna
₩594,586
₩678,987 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Palihouse Santa Barbara

4. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Downtown Santa Barbara
₩494,072
₩635,682 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

5. Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
Upper East
  • Elegant Victorian luxury awaits in Upper East with spa services and lush garden retreats.
₩477,028
₩639,876 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Simpson House Inn

6. Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
Santa Barbara Beach
  • Coastal luxury retreat with a full-service spa and 3 upscale restaurants just minutes from Santa Barbara Harbor and beach.
₩621,484
₩814,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hotel Californian

7. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Downtown Santa Barbara
₩343,090
₩398,953 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hotel Santa Barbara

8. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
  • Elegant coastal luxury awaits at this Santa Barbara haven with ocean views and heated pool near East Beach.
₩368,218
₩420,612 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Santa Barbara Inn

9. The Milo

The Milo
Santa Barbara Beach
₩416,748
₩475,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
The Milo

10. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Santa Barbara Beach
₩359,795
₩474,460 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
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Top Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

8/10 Good
"Room 103 was clean but the ac didn’t cool very well and the conditioner was empty."
Valerio 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

8/10 Good
"TV did not work."
James 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice place to stay with family. Heated pool and spa, breakfast, and beautiful landscape with pond, koi, turtles and ducks. Very safe with her card needed for all access. We had a good time that we already booked again"
Filomena 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Easy access to the water activity, just across the street. Parking is good. Be careful about the charging though, may not work for non-Tesla"
Tenghui 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Beachside Inn
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

8/10 Good
"Great comfortable clean room"
Jorge 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Inn By The Harbor
The Milo

The Milo

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful hotel with views and amenities. Would stay here again"
Mike 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
The Milo
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

8/10 Good
"It was ordinary nothing major about the place"
RITA 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We had a great time staying at the Franciscan. The staff, and service was excellent. Amazing location close to the beach. Thank you for making our wedding week special!"
Matthew 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Franciscan Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Are you looking for a luxury hotel for your stay in Santa Barbara?
Arrange a flight into Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) Airport or Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) Airport, and then treat yourself to a stay at one of 5 luxurious hotels. During your visit, you might want to enjoy the wineries and beaches which Santa Barbara is known for.
What's the best high-end place to stay in Santa Barbara?
Rosewood Miramar Beach is a luxury hotel with 4 restaurants and 3 bars, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travelers looking for an elegant place to stay. Hotel Californian and El Encanto Santa Barbara are other upscale choices for your trip.
How many luxury hotels should I expect to find in Santa Barbara?
Lie in the lap of luxury during your getaway to Santa Barbara in one of Expedia's 5 luxury hotels.
When can I expect good weather in Santa Barbara?
Planning for the weather is a good way to make your trip to Santa Barbara relaxing and enjoyable, especially when you're splurging. 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 in Santa Barbara?
Enjoy all that Santa Barbara has to offer when you visit Arlington Theater, Santa Barbara Bowl, and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. If you have some spare time during your trip, you might want to check out Mission Santa Barbara and West Beach.
How can I get around Santa Barbara?
It's easier to get around town comfortably when you know your options. If you want to venture outside of the area, hop aboard a train at Santa Barbara Station.

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