Hotels and Motels

Santa Barbara hotels and motels range from large, inclusive properties to smaller, recently revamped motels, name-brand lodges, and everything in between. The Spanish Colonial style of architecture that defines the city is also apparent in many establishments, while others embody a more contemporary European look and feel. Some have the retro beach vibe that has drawn visitors in for decades.

The area’s earliest architects knew one thing for sure — this was going to be a place people would always want to visit. Then and now, the city encourages travelers to become a part of the Santa Barbara experience, not just a viewer of it.

Whatever you’re looking for, we invite you to find your Santa Barbara South Coast side in one of these fantastic properties.

Hotels & Motels in Santa Barbara


Secret Garden Inn & Cottages

Secluded behind high hedges, hidden pathways and romantic gardens, lies the Secret Garden Inn and Cottages. Originally built for a large family in 1905, then renovated and opened as the Blue Quail in 1980, it is now owned and run by Dominique…


Santa Barbara Inn

The Santa Barbara Inn is a boutique hotel at East Beach in Santa Barbara, known as The American Riviera®. Nestled between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, we are just steps from East Beach, Santa Barbara’s premier beach.…


Cheshire Cat Inn

Located steps from downtown, our top rated Santa Barbara Bed and Breakfast Inn features two Queen Ann Victorians, a Coach House and four Craftsman Cottages, surrounded by lush gardens. Each of our 14 Guest Rooms are individually decorated with…


Mason Beach Inn

Classic Santa Barbara "beach boutique", newly refreshed beach chic style from floor to ceiling! Perfectly located near all of Santa Barbara’s most popular attraction, the Mason Beach Inn is a perfect starting point for all there is to do in…


The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Tucked between the ocean and mountains in California’s idyllic central coast, The Steward, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott offers an all-suite boutique hotel experience on 4.7 acres of land. This Santa Barbara hotel offers travelers and…


Brisas del Mar, Inn by the Beach

Click here to Book Now! Intimate and elegant, the Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach is a romantic Mediterranean-style villa just two blocks from Santa Barbara’s glistening palm-lined beaches and scenic yacht harbor. Brisas del Mar welcomes…


The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn is a quiet, romantic boutique hotel. We are a ten minute walk to State St, The Funk Zone and the beach. Freshly cooked, hot breakfast, bicycles, wi-fi and parking are all included in the price. BOOK YOUR STAY NOW!…


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