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Here is a quick list of Cheap Hotels in Santa Barbara, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara |
7.9 / 10 (1218 Reviews) |
From 67$ | |
| Marina Beach Motel |
9.3 / 10 (1220 Reviews) |
From 223$ | |
| Agave Inn |
8.5 / 10 (353 Reviews) |
From 190$ | |
| La Playa Inn Santa Barbara |
9.1 / 10 (2276 Reviews) |
From 75$ | |
| Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach |
9.0 / 10 (396 Reviews) |
From 170$ |
Santa Barbara is renowned for its picturesque settings, rich culture, and stunning coastline, making it a desirable destination for travelers. Fortunately, visitors can enjoy all that this coastal paradise has to offer without breaking the bank. Affordable accommodations abound, ranging from cozy inns to budget-friendly motels, ensuring you can find a suitable option that fits your travel budget. Explore the charm of this iconic Californian city while staying in cost-effective lodgings that don’t compromise on comfort. With the right planning, a memorable getaway in Santa Barbara can be both enjoyable and economical.
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Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara
From 67$
Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara is located 3.4 km from Hilda McIntyre Ray Park and boasts a fitness centre and a garden. The venue is just a 13-minute walk from Trader Joe's.
The accommodation is nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara with direct proximity to Loreto Plaza Shopping Center. Guests can reach Santa Barbara city centre in 30 minutes on foot. The hotel has a prime location in Santa Barbara, not far from Chaucer's Bookstore. State & Ontare bus stop is a 5-minute walk away.
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Marina Beach Motel
From 223$
Set within a 25-minute walk of Shoreline Public Park, this 3-star Marina Beach Motel Santa Barbara is located near Ambassador Park. There is parking on site and Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Stearns Wharf Harbor is less than 1 km away. The centre of Santa Barbara is 2 km away from the venue. Marina Beach Motel is perfectly located close to MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. Castillo & Montecito bus stop lies within 750 metres away.
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Agave Inn
From 190$
Set within 1.5 km from Earl Warren Show Grounds Event Venue, the 3-star Agave Inn Santa Barbara features Wi-Fi throughout the accommodation as well as a car park on site. The property is located just off San Roque Church, in the very heart of Santa Barbara.
Situated in Upper State Street district, this inn is 30 minutes walk from the centre of Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History in Santa Barbara is 2.7 km from the hotel. The venue is close to Chaucer's Bookstore. There is State & San Roque bus stop within 450 metres away.
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La Playa Inn Santa Barbara
From 75$
Set within a 15-minute walk of Stearns Wharf Harbor, this 3-star La Playa Inn Santa Barbara is located near Plaza del Mar Band Shell. Staying here you will have access to Wi-Fi throughout the venue and a parking area on site.
The Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse is less than 2.2 km away. The centre of Santa Barbara is 2 km away from the hotel. Moreton Bay Fig Tree is located not very far from La Playa Inn Santa Barbara. Castillo & Montecito bus stop lies within 250 metres away.
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Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach
From 170$
Offering access to Peabody Stadium, which is 2.1 km away, the lovely Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara features fitness classes and various recreational opportunities. Located off Carriage and Western Art Nonprofit Museum, the inn is about 15 minutes’ walk from Santa Barbara city centre.
This venue is set within easy reach of Moreton Bay Fig Tree and in the very heart of Santa Barbara. The accommodation is 10 minutes by car from Earl Warren Show Grounds Event Hotel. Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach is a short ride from the sand Leadbetter Beach. Castillo & Montecito bus stop is nearly a 5-minute walk away.
Hotels in Santa Barbara
| Top Service Hotel 🛁 | Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara |
| Hotel with balcony 🌤️ | Marina Beach Motel |
| Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 | Agave Inn |
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Lemon Tree Inn
From 122$
The 3-star Lemon Tree Inn Santa Barbara offers 92 rooms in about 10 minutes' drive from Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum. Wi-Fi is available throughout the venue and a car park is provided on site too.
Located off Chinese Evangelical Free Church, the accommodation is about 20 minutes’ walk from Santa Barbara city centre. MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation is 4.6 km from the hotel, while State & Alamar bus station is 500 metres away. Lemon Tree Inn is a short ride from Santa Barbara Harbor.
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Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
From 275$
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta is located 20 minutes' drive from Santa Barbara airport and offers a swimming pool as well as a gym facility. Calle Real Shopping Center is a 25-minute walk from the venue.
Situated in Goleta district, the inn is set 1.6 km from Magnolia Shopping Center. There is easy access to the central beach. The accommodation is located right next to Coal Oil Point Reserve, in Santa Barbara. Goleta Valley Community Center bus stop is nearly a 10-minute walk away.
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Inn At East Beach
From 106$
Situated a 15-minute ride from Earl Warren Show Grounds Event Venue, Inn At East Beach Santa Barbara features Wi-Fi in the rooms and a free private car park on site. Set in the heart of Santa Barbara, the accommodation offers quick access to Santa Barbara Zoo.
Located near a train station, this inn is just 30 minutes’ walk from Santa Barbara city centre. Attractions such as the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden are only 10 minutes by car from the hotel. Inn At East Beach is next door to Cabrillo Pavillion Arts Center. Santa Barbara airport is about a 33-minute drive away.
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Palmoro House Hotel
From 79$
The wonderful Palmoro House Hotel Santa Barbara is a 3-star venue placed at a distance of 2.7 km from Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum. Guests have access to an outdoor pool area, a fitness area and Wi-Fi in public areas.
Situated in East Beach district, this inn is 30 minutes walk from the centre of Santa Barbara. Peabody Stadium is 2.6 km from the accommodation, while Santa Barbara Zoological Gdns and Santa Barbara Zoo are both nearby. Palmoro House Hotel is a short ride from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. The nearest bus stop is Milpas & Puerta Vallarta, within only 450 metres away.
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Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
From 199$
Situated in connected buildings, Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta offers 142 rooms with views of the mountain. This informal venue is within a 25-minute walk of Rancho La Patera and Stow House Art Museum.
Located in a shopping area of Santa Barbara, the accommodation is a few steps from Camino Real Cinemas. Coal Oil Point Reserve is a 10-minute drive from the inn in Santa Barbara. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta is a short ride from the protected Goleta Butterfly Grove. Hollister & Storke bus stop is about 150 metres away.
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Moxy Santa Barbara Hotel
From 67$
Moxy Santa Barbara Hotel, located about 0.9 km from Metropulos Fine Foods Merchant, features a patio, a shared lounge, and various recreational opportunities. Situated in West Beach district, the hostel is set 2.1 km from the sand Leadbetter Beach.
The venue is nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara with direct proximity to Santa Barbara Wine Collective. A 10-minute walk will take you into the centre of Santa Barbara. Moreton Bay Fig Tree is also located near the hotel. Gutierrez & State bus stop is about 600 metres away.
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Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
From 167$
The 3-star Best Western Plus South Coast Inn offers contemporary accommodation with 121 rooms to stay in Santa Barbara. The venue is settled approximately 3 km from Rancho La Patera and Stow House Art Museum.
The hotel boasts a great location in the centre of Santa Barbara. Turnpike Shopping Center is within 10 minutes' drive of the inn in Santa Barbara. The contemporary property is also surrounded by gardens. You can get to Goleta Public Beach Park in a few minutes by car. Calle Real & Kellogg bus stop is about 200 metres away.
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Secret Garden Inn & Cottages
From 297$
Situated 3.9 km from Santa Barbara Harbor, Secret Garden Inn & Cottages Santa Barbara features Wi-Fi throughout the venue and parking on site. The accommodation is located in Santa Barbara Downtown district, 1 km from the centre of Santa Barbara.
The Historic La Arcada Courtyard Shopping Mall is less than 2.2 km away. The hotel is set in a downtown district of Santa Barbara. You can get to Rocky Nook Park in a few minutes by car. Bath & Mission bus stop is only a few metres from the property.
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Harbor House Inn
From 195$
Situated 10 minutes by car from the public park "Douglas Family Preserve", Harbor House Inn Santa Barbara features Wi-Fi throughout the venue and complimentary private parking on site. The accommodation is set in the very heart of Santa Barbara in vicinity of Ambassador Park.
The hotel is located off Moreton Bay Fig Tree, just 15 minutes' walk from the city centre. Stearns Wharf Harbor is relatively near the inn, while Santa Barbara airport is 20 km from it. You can get to El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park in a few minutes by car. Castillo & Montecito bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is a 10-minute walk from Harbor House Inn.
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Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta Hotel
From 229$
Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta Hotel is located 10 km from Santa Barbara airport and offers an outdoor pool area as well as a fitness suite. 4.9 km from Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens Farm, the venue is also 1.1 km away from University Plaza Shopping Center.
The hotel is a great place to stay due to its charming location in Santa Barbara. The property is placed not far from beautiful beaches of Santa Barbara. You can get to the acre Goleta Public Beach Park in a few minutes by car. Storke & Phelps bus station is located about 10 minutes' walk from the venue.
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Beachside Inn
From 89$
The 3-star Beachside Inn Santa Barbara is set 2.1 km from Shoreline Public Park and 2.2 km from Dwight Murphy Park. Wi-Fi in public areas is available.
The property is situated 2 km from Santa Barbara city centre and 20 km from Santa Barbara airport. The hotel is located in West Beach district. The venue lies within reach of Santa Barbara Maritime Museum. A local bus stop Castillo & Montecito is 750 metres away.