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Our top choices for The Funk Zone hotels

Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

1. Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Pet-friendly, good location"
United States
Laurette
The price is ₩276,822
₩316,118 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Riviera Beach House
Restaurant

2. Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (981 reviews)
"Amazing!"
United States
Melanie
The price is ₩596,731
₩789,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Hotel Californian
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

3. Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (817 reviews)
"Moxy had all the great amenities we were looking for in a hotel. Great location, friendly staff, and clean rooms. Can’t wait to come back. "
United States
Diego
The price is ₩358,914
₩409,862 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Moxy Santa Barbara
Front of property

4. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Charming boutique hotel. Peaceful and nicely decorated."
United States
Rajnish
The price is ₩342,602
₩390,567 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Harbor House Inn
Free daily continental breakfast

5. 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, (1,343 reviews)
"Very nice stay with a great location"
United States
Brian
The price is ₩400,627
₩457,499 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Exterior

6. 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, (1,162 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
James
The price is ₩378,596
₩431,600 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Marina Beach Hotel
Exterior

7. 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, (1,011 reviews)
"We love our stay at this “classic” spanish style Santa barbara hotel. Beautiful setting and our large upstairs room had a balcony with a view of the town, the sea and the mountains Very peaceful yet close to the sea, the restaurants, the funk zone and downtown Santa Barbara"
United States
David
The price is ₩234,953
₩316,477 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Villa Rosa Inn
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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, (2,330 reviews)
"Great place to stay and great location."
United States
Martin
The price is ₩287,569
₩339,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Exterior

9. Casa Del Mar Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.6 km from The Funk Zone
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay very close to the beach and to great restaurants"
United States
Cole
The price is ₩326,962
₩372,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Casa Del Mar Inn
Exterior

10. 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, (1,905 reviews)
"The rooms were very clean with comfortable beds and nice linens. Very Quiet ! Breakfast was simple but good I would stay again"
Canada
elaine
The price is ₩439,283
₩501,640 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Inn By The Harbor
View from property

11. 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, (1,123 reviews)
"Clean rooms , great breakfast 🍳, nice pool, 🏊‍♀️"
United States
Lorena
The price is ₩442,150
₩504,051 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Exterior detail

12. The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 0.5 km from The Funk Zone
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,614 reviews)
"Great location and hotel. Would definitely come back and stay again."
United States
Karen
The price is ₩393,609
₩449,482 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
The Milo
Front of property

13. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay! Will definitely stay here again!!"
United States
Alexa
The price is ₩348,701
₩398,205 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Reception

14. 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, (1,447 reviews)
"Best place I’ve stayed in Santa Barbara and the location is unmatched!"
United States
Dominique
The price is ₩433,697
₩504,304 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Hotel Santa Barbara
Exterior

15. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State, 0.7 km from The Funk Zone
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (674 reviews)
"awesome stay"
United States
Rey Jacob
The price is ₩282,054
₩336,125 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Haley Hotel
Fountain

16. 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, (1,235 reviews)
"Great place. Lots of things to do around there"
United States
Jaime
The price is ₩272,789
₩310,986 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
The Franciscan Hotel
Outdoor pool

17. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"Clean room with good air conditioning and a nice bathroom."
United States
Amber
The price is ₩507,732
₩578,814 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Harbor View Inn
Front of property

18. 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, (1,009 reviews)
"Surprised at older poor reviews; stayed here w elderly parents and enjoyed relaxed quiet peaceful stay, so close to beach and wharf."
United States
James
The price is ₩235,118
₩316,662 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Ala Mar by the Sea
Exterior

19. 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, (1,420 reviews)
"Great position, friendly staff, property design & appearance great, rooms comfortable"
Australia
David
The price is ₩385,208
₩439,887 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Front of property - evening/night

20. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from The Funk Zone
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"great place to stay. Excellent location, very helpful staff, will definitely stay here again"
United States
darryl a
The price is ₩395,606
₩450,991 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
La Playa Inn
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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 Santa Barbara Harbor.

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 white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

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 Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
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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

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

8/10 Good
"The property is indeed unique - - beautiful architecture - our room however was extremely overpriced for having it face a parking lot and garbage area . The room itself was clean although the carpet had several spots all over. For 1300 / night I would expect more, at least a bigger property with more to do … The pool area was the best thing we experienced in the hotel although they didn’t really have food or drink service - waiters would show up maybe once / hour. They are located in the best Santa Barbara Funk Zone as it’s called but that also within 2 min walk of commercial transportation train tracks."
Ioana 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Hotel Californian

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.