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


Courtyard Santa Barbara – Downtown

Discover Courtyard by Marriott, Santa Barbara: where ocean, desert, verdant, hills, and snow-capped mountains are all within a few hours’ drive. Ideally located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, architectural splendors and theaters just…


Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Click here to Book Now! With a variety of guest room accommodations, which include one and two bedrooms suites featuring fully stocked kitchens, and the convenience of its mid-town Santa Barbara locale, the Best Western Plus Santa Barbara is a…


De La Vina Inn

Enjoy the comforts of home at this historic estate. Comprised of eight private suites and several inviting communal areas, this three-story Inn built in 1895 is the perfect location for a relaxing getaway, wedding, retreat and group stay, right in…


Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Experience the “American Riviera” with swaying palms, sea breezes and an orchestra of waves! Avania Inn of Santa Barbara offers a prime location and luxurious accommodations just a short stroll from the beach and downtown Santa Barbara.…


Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western South Coast Inn provides all of the amenities of a first class hotel and an ideal location for business or pleasure. Enjoy beautifully landscaped grounds, spacious patios and quality accommodations in the picturesque Santa Barbara…


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.…


Castillo Inn at the Beach

Experience the Beach Lifestyle. The Castillo Inn is a charming 21 room boutique inn of distinctive Mediterranean architecture. You’ll find the Castillo Inn the perfect place to stay. You’ll find yourself just a short stroll from…


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