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La Playa Inn Santa Barbara, hotel in Goleta

The Pacific Ocean is less than 5 minutes’ walk from this Santa Barbara property. Continental breakfast and free WiFi are provided. A refrigerator is included in each room.

Location was good. Room was well equipped
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
2,353 reviews
Price from£226.34per night
Marina Beach Motel, hotel in Goleta

This Santa Barbara Motel, 15 minutes’ drive from the University of California Santa Barbara, offers a complimentary daily breakfast buffet and free bicycles to its guests during their stay.

Brilliant location. Room was very clean and well catered for. Very comfy bed, nice coffee machine; good bathroom and powerful shower with good shampoo, conditioner, body wash. Parking is free and outside the room. There are nice cafes just around the corner within easy walking distance and to the beach and harbour walk.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
1,113 reviews
Price from£224.60per night
Simpson House Inn, hotel in Goleta

Built in 1874, this Victorian bed and breakfast is surrounded by lush landscaped gardens and 3 blocks of city parks. It features gourmet breakfast and evening wine tastings.

Lovely historic house.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
255 reviews
Price from£318.62per night
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara, hotel in Goleta

Offering sweeping Pacific Ocean views, this boutique hotel is 5 minutes’ drive away from Central Santa Barbara. It boasts an outdoor pool, a spa and wellness centre and an on-site bar and restaurant.

The rooms are fantastic and surrounded by fantastic view. Guests will definitely have a relaxing period of time staying there.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
113 reviews
Price from£731.68per night
The Eagle Inn, hotel in Goleta

Located 10 minutes’ walk from Central Santa Barbara, this hotel serves daily hot breakfast with egg dishes and organic fruit. All unique guest rooms offer free Wi-Fi. Free guest parking is available....

Spacious room and nice bed
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
630 reviews
Price from£272.51per night
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara, hotel in Goleta

This Santa Barbara, California hotel is located 3 miles from Stearn’s Wharf on the Pacific Ocean. The hotel offers free WiFi and cable TV in every room.

Facilities and the room itself was beautifully renovated.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
1,898 reviews
Price from£150.02per night
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  • El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 113 reviews

    Offering sweeping Pacific Ocean views, this boutique hotel is 5 minutes’ drive away from Central Santa Barbara. It boasts an outdoor pool, a spa and wellness centre and an on-site bar and restaurant.

    Beautiful, well maintained grounds! Gorgeous views.

  • The Eagle Inn
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 630 reviews

    Located 10 minutes’ walk from Central Santa Barbara, this hotel serves daily hot breakfast with egg dishes and organic fruit. All unique guest rooms offer free Wi-Fi. Free guest parking is available.

    Great staff, great staff,great experience loved it

  • Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 286 reviews

    Well situated in the West Beach district of Santa Barbara, Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is situated 1.1 km from Leadbetter Beach, 1.1 km from East Beach and 17 km from...

    lovely little home away from home, nice breakfast

  • Villa Rosa Inn
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,598 reviews

    This small inn is located steps from the beach in Santa Barbara, California. The inn offers a free continental breakfast and free evening wine tasting with snacks.

    Amazing property and hospitality services. Great stay

  • Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,189 reviews

    Located 6.4 km from Arroyo Burro Beach Country Park, this hotel in Santa Barbara, California offers an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness centre.

    The room was spacious and came with a coffee machine

  • Marina Beach Motel
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,113 reviews

    This Santa Barbara Motel, 15 minutes’ drive from the University of California Santa Barbara, offers a complimentary daily breakfast buffet and free bicycles to its guests during their stay.

    Clean, well-appointed, nicely maintained, excellent location

  • Simpson House Inn
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 255 reviews

    Built in 1874, this Victorian bed and breakfast is surrounded by lush landscaped gardens and 3 blocks of city parks. It features gourmet breakfast and evening wine tastings.

    The whole experience was amazing! we all loved it.

  • Harbor View Inn
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,587 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and hot tub, this Santa Barbara hotel is less than 5 minutes’ walk from Stearn’s Wharf. Guests can enjoy a full service spa experience at Spa Beaumontia, located on-site.

    Very nice clean and big room in a very convenient location!

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  • Santa Barbara Inn
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 602 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, the Santa Barbara Inn is situated in Santa Barbara, 2 minutes' walk from the beach.

    It was an amazing hotel huge rooms and great views

  • Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 164 reviews

    Just 4 miles from Santa Barbara Airport, this Goleta hotel offers an outdoor pool and hot tub. A restaurant and fitness centre is located on site. Free Wi-Fi is included in all guest rooms.

    Very nice room and facilities. Courtyard was lovely.

  • The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 135 reviews

    Situated in a lush grove of trees off Highway 101, this all suites hotel features an outdoor pool and hot tub in a garden setting. Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is 5 minutes’ drive away.

    It is a beautiful resort and the staff was wonderful!

  • Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 588 reviews

    This hotel is 8 miles from downtown Santa Barbara and within 5 minutes' drive of the University of California-Santa Barbara. The hotel offers an airport shuttle and free WiFi.

    Very comfortable, excellent value and helpful staff.

  • Hotel Santa Barbara
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 757 reviews

    This hotel is within 3.2 km of the Santa Barbara Zoo and Leadbetter Beach and Park. We offer complimentary Wi-Fi and a Starbucks Coffee shop right outside our doors.

    Great location, comfortable bed and friendly staff

  • Inn by the Harbor
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 602 reviews

    This Santa Barbara hotel is located a 10-minute walk from West Beach. The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool, free Wi-Fi and a daily continental breakfast.

    A great garden setting and pool area. Helpful staff

  • Brisas Del Mar Inn at the Beach
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 375 reviews

    This Santa Barbara hotel is 2 blocks from the many beaches and yacht harbor. The Mediterranean-style hotel features a fountain, free bike rentals, and an expanded continental breakfast every morning.

    The lovely breakfast and afternoon treat of cheese and wine

  • El Capitan Canyon
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 5 reviews

    Located in Capitan, 20 km from University of California, Santa Barbara, El Capitan Canyon provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

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  • La Playa Inn Santa Barbara
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 2,355 reviews

    The Pacific Ocean is less than 5 minutes’ walk from this Santa Barbara property. Continental breakfast and free WiFi are provided. A refrigerator is included in each room.

    Lovely place and staff. Quiet, modern and well equipped.

  • Palihouse Santa Barbara
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 237 reviews

    Set in Santa Barbara, 2 km from East Beach, Palihouse Santa Barbara offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    great vibe, lovely staff and good central location

  • Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 261 reviews

    Avania Inn of Santa Barbara is located at 1.5 blocks from the waterfront and Stearn's Wharf. All guest rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi.

    Breakfast was good. Very clean area. Well staffed.

  • Mason Beach Inn
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 2,172 reviews

    Less than 5 minutes' walk from the beach, this Santa Barbara inn features an outdoor heated pool and a hot tub. All guestrooms offer free WiFi.

    The coffee/ snack/ cereal table in Receptoon

  • De La Vina Inn
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 85 reviews

    Situated in Santa Barbara, 3.5 Km from Leadbetter Beach and 320 meters from State Street, De La Vina Inn features a secure self check-in system, accommodation with a shared lounge, free private...

    Beautiful historical building in a fantastic location

  • Castillo Inn at the Beach
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,383 reviews

    Featuring 2-star accommodation, Castillo Inn at the Beach is situated in Santa Barbara, less than 1 km from East Beach and a 10-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach.

    The mattress was extremely comfortable very nice!!!

  • The Upham Hotel
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 414 reviews

    This historic hotel in downtown Santa Barbara is a 5-minute drive to the beach and Stearns Wharf. It is surrounded by an acre of gardens. Guests can enjoy the property's free WiFi as well.

    Everything went great. Breakfast and coffee were good too

  • Hotel Californian
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 237 reviews

    Located next to the Funk Zone in Santa Barbara, the Hotel Californian is just steps from the beach and features an outdoor pool.

    Staff, hotel decor and surrounding atmosphere in the area.

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