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Aug 24 - Aug 25
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Aug 25 - Aug 26
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Aug 28 - Aug 30
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Sep 4 - Sep 6

Our top choices for Santa Barbara luxury hotels

1. 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.
₩883,467
₩1,109,763 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
El Encanto Santa Barbara

2. 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.
₩746,962
₩955,862 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hotel Californian

3. Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
Montecito
  • Beachfront opulence awaits at this Montecito retreat with full-service spa, poolside cocktails, and pristine shores.
₩2,337,701
₩2,836,695 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Rosewood Miramar Beach

4. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
Laguna
₩582,049
₩664,672 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Palihouse Santa Barbara

5. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Downtown Santa Barbara
₩551,266
₩699,276 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

6. Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
Upper East
  • Elegant Victorian luxury awaits in Upper East with spa services and lush garden retreats.
₩459,486
₩617,839 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Simpson House Inn

7. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Downtown Santa Barbara
₩334,836
₩389,355 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Hotel Santa Barbara

8. The Milo

The Milo
Santa Barbara Beach
₩407,961
₩465,870 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
The Milo

9. 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.
₩399,288
₩456,100 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Santa Barbara Inn

10. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Santa Barbara Beach
₩339,395
₩449,635 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
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Top Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast was good and staff very helpful"
Jose 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean room, quiet, air and very close to the beach. Awesome!"
Maryann 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean, excellent location. Yummy bfast. Exceeded all expectations."
Perry 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
The Franciscan Hotel
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

10/10 Excellent
"We really enjoyed our stay at Found! Very quaint, clean, and very enjoyable. Free parking was surprising and always appreciated! Would definitely stay here again when coming to the Santa Barbara area!"
Kelly 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful stay. Spacious rooms. Great location, walkable to the beach and State St for those that enjoy walking. Shower water temperature had issues but was fixed right away. Pool was nice. The lobby always had ice water and lemonade. Breakfast was lovely and so was the afternoon cheese and wine. Definitely recommend and would return."
Diane 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Inn By The Harbor
Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn

8/10 Good
"Hotel stay for 2 nights , clean older hotel . The elevator though was grimy , could tell they don’t mop or clean it inside. Room clean but only 2 towels for 4 people, just had to ask for towels. Nice pool area with plenty of chairs. Nice outside bar. Ate on patio outside the hotel restaurant - good food but not super busy and finally after 30 minutes had to flag down a waiter to take our order, even though they passed by us several times. Otherwise good price"
Kimberly Hieronymus 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Lemon Tree Inn
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"We booked this room 20 minutes before we arrived and what an AMAZING stay we had for such a last minute booking. Another local hotel had mistakenly canceled our reservation and we were in something of a bind as our friends were staying at this other hotel. We needed something local and this was a block away. The staff was so friendly! Our room was clean and beautiful (the color drenching was an excellent touch). Our bed was so comfortable. And the location was just perfect. Our friends were jealous and wish they had also booked here, the original hotel (the same price point) was not nearly as nice. We can’t wait to return. Highly recommend!"
Nicole 2-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Hotel Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

8/10 Good
"The hotel was clean, however; there was mold in the shower. The building is showing it's age. The hotel needs an update."
Patricia 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Sandpiper Lodge
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

10/10 Excellent
"The Mar Monte Hotel was a lovely place to stay for a girls getaway... it was right across the street from the beach; the restaurants on site were fantastic, we loved the free bikes and beach chairs, and the pool was great. We had a noisy air conditioner the first night and got moved to a new room with a balcony which was lovely. Great stay!"
Julie Marie 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

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 Stearns Wharf.
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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