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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, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice location"
United States
Mingming
The price is ₩294,035
₩335,773 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Riviera Beach House
Restaurant

2. Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (976 reviews)
"Great location, no complaints at all. Views were amazing and everyone was very happy, polite, and generally just in good moods!"
United States
Caroline
The price is ₩638,236
₩839,269 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
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 ₩377,883
₩431,523 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Jill
The price is ₩279,128
₩318,206 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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, (1,336 reviews)
"Very nice stay with a great location"
United States
Brian
The price is ₩456,718
₩521,553 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Lavender Inn by the Sea
View from property

6. 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, (1,114 reviews)
"Clean rooms , great breakfast 🍳, nice pool, 🏊‍♀️"
United States
Lorena
The price is ₩427,734
₩487,617 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
West Beach Inn, a Coast 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing GEM we will book again."
United States
Frank
The price is ₩315,137
₩411,110 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Villa Rosa Inn
Exterior

8. 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, (1,148 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
James
The price is ₩409,790
₩467,161 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Marina Beach Hotel
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

9. 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, (2,296 reviews)
"Great place to stay and great location."
United States
Martin
The price is ₩318,359
₩374,645 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Exterior

10. 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 ₩331,679
₩378,114 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Casa Del Mar Inn
Exterior detail

11. The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 0.5 km from The Funk Zone
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,601 reviews)
"Great location and hotel. Would definitely come back and stay again."
United States
Karen
The price is ₩527,120
₩601,937 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
The Milo
Outdoor pool

12. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean rooms. Great location."
United States
Kavian
The price is ₩517,730
₩590,212 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Harbor View Inn
Exterior

13. 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, (1,885 reviews)
"Breakfast was excellent, room exceeded expectations"
United States
Thomas
The price is ₩456,718
₩521,553 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Inn By The Harbor
Front of property

14. 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, (1,000 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 ₩340,303
₩440,546 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Ala Mar by the Sea
Fountain

15. 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, (1,217 reviews)
"Great property and close to the beach"
United States
Deborah
The price is ₩328,971
₩375,030 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
The Franciscan Hotel
Front of property - evening/night

16. 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, (1,009 reviews)
"great place to stay. Excellent location, very helpful staff, will definitely stay here again"
United States
darryl a
The price is ₩393,051
₩448,078 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
La Playa Inn
Exterior

17. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State, 0.7 km from The Funk Zone
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (668 reviews)
"awesome stay"
United States
Rey Jacob
The price is ₩286,123
₩340,974 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Haley Hotel
Exterior

18. 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, (1,411 reviews)
"Great position, friendly staff, property design & appearance great, rooms comfortable"
Australia
David
The price is ₩441,249
₩503,884 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Front of property

19. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"The rooms were very clean and the staff was so nice!"
United States
Gabriela
The price is ₩440,517
₩511,974 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Mason Beach Inn
Front of property

20. 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)
"The hotel is conveniently located to the main attractions. The staff is super friendly. The rooms are not quite updated and could be noisy with the traffic around the hotel."
United States
Li
The price is ₩367,469
₩419,629 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Castillo Inn at the Beach
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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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Granada Theatre 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

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

8/10 Good
"Motel style. It was sufficient. Good for what it is. No complaints."
Jacob 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

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.