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Our top choices for The Funk Zone hotels

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

1. Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,009 reviews)
"The location, amenities, room and staff were all exceptional!!"
United States
Mary
The price is ₩242,175
₩276,552 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Riviera Beach House
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.

2. Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (824 reviews)
"noisy because it is near 101 and expensive"
United States
Hongtao
The price is ₩333,101
₩380,385 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Moxy Santa Barbara
A beach with palm trees, a pier, and a flag.

3. Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.3 km from The Funk Zone
6.0 out of 10, (1,012 reviews)
"Beautiful location, great staff, and spacious room"
United States
cinthya
The price is ₩169,613
₩237,038 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Ala Mar by the Sea
A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

4. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from The Funk Zone
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,351 reviews)
"Good location, ample parking, pleasant atmosphere, wonderful bed, daily housekeeping, fair price."
United States
Terry
The price is ₩272,682
₩311,389 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Lavender Inn by the Sea
A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

5. Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1 km from The Funk Zone
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,947 reviews)
"Pleasant stay with excellent breakfast."
United States
emiliano
The price is ₩306,006
₩349,444 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Inn By The Harbor
A building with a tiled entrance, a sign reading "LA ROSA," and a garden with various plants and a palm tree.

6. Villa Rosa Inn

Villa Rosa Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.3 km from The Funk Zone
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Cute inn with lots of history"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ₩200,872
₩273,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Villa Rosa Inn
A courtyard with a curved seating area, a fire pit, and a bicycle.

7. Casa Del Mar Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.6 km from The Funk Zone
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing place and wonderful staff!"
United States
Tzu-ying
The price is ₩266,887
₩304,252 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Casa Del Mar Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

8. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from The Funk Zone
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,418 reviews)
"Nicest most helpful check in staff."
United States
Steven
The price is ₩230,327
₩273,178 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

9. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from The Funk Zone
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,185 reviews)
"easy parking, very nice place"
United States
hampton
The price is ₩306,683
₩349,618 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Marina Beach Hotel
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.

10. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State, 0.7 km from The Funk Zone
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (697 reviews)
"Great place and walking distance to fun bars"
United States
Rodney J
The price is ₩228,646
₩274,184 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Haley Hotel
A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."

11. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from The Funk Zone
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location, clean room"
United States
Eli James
The price is ₩201,756
₩230,395 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Castillo Inn at the Beach
A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.

12. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.6 km from The Funk Zone
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, clean, great amenities"
United States
Abby
The price is ₩263,637
₩300,535 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Harbor House Inn
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

13. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from The Funk Zone
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,118 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Amanda
The price is ₩298,098
₩339,832 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a beach view, and a well-maintained lawn.

14. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 0.3 km from The Funk Zone
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"The hotel is in a great location, was clean and all facilities were nice."
United States
Jodi
The price is ₩419,762
₩478,529 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Harbor View Inn
A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

15. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from The Funk Zone
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great hotel and location!"
United States
Rachita
The price is ₩303,650
₩354,878 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Mason Beach Inn
A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.

16. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from The Funk Zone
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,294 reviews)
"Great hotel. We always stay here."
United States
Simon
The price is ₩243,123
₩277,634 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Beachside Inn
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

17. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 0.9 km from The Funk Zone
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,451 reviews)
"Good for vacation staying near the beach"
United States
hoan
The price is ₩353,317
₩403,472 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

18. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 0.9 km from The Funk Zone
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,518 reviews)
"Loved this hotel, staff, location everything was wonderful"
United States
Karri
The price is ₩307,652
₩357,737 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hotel Santa Barbara
A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.

19. The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 0.5 km from The Funk Zone
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,633 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Greg
The price is ₩398,611
₩455,195 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Milo
An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

20. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from The Funk Zone
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,299 reviews)
"Great staff, excellent breakfast options, easy parking and comfy rooms."
United States
Bob
The price is ₩223,003
₩254,224 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
The Franciscan Hotel
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Where to stay in The Funk Zone

Find the best The Funk Zone areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

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 West Beach.

A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

Montecito

Celebrity-favored Montecito offers backcountry hiking trails and attractions like Lotusland and El Fureidis. Easily accessible via State Route 192 and the U.S. 101 Freeway, it's well-connected to Santa Barbara County.

A coastal town with a prominent church, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
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Open Photo by Rachel M

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.

A marina filled with sailboats at sunset.
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West Beach

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

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

East Beach

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

Top The Funk Zone Hotel Reviews

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

8/10 Good
"This hotel is cute, location is excellent. The rooms are small but it’s an old building. They don’t have an elevator, but the staff was more than willing to assist with bringing my luggage up the stairs. Clean rooms and quiet. I’d stay here again."
Suzanne 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Riviera Beach House

Frequently asked questions

What is The Funk Zone like?
The Funk Zone is a neighborhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Be sure to check out MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry as part of your The Funk Zone travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in The Funk Zone?
Based on our traveler data, Hotel Californian is one of the top choices for your stay in The Funk Zone. This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Stearns Wharf, and it offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Riviera Beach House and Moxy Santa Barbara.
How many hotels will I find in the The Funk Zone area?
Book one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodations in The Funk Zone and start exploring everything Santa Barbara has to offer.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in The Funk Zone, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in The Funk Zone.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to The Funk Zone?
To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to The Funk Zone, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What is there to do around this Santa Barbara neighborhood?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in The Funk Zone are MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry. When you're sightseeing in Santa Barbara, Stearns Wharf and Reagan Ranch Center are also worth a stop.