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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"Great location and nice historic property beautifully restored."
United States
Lynette
The price is ￥27,910
￥32,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Hotel Santa Barbara
Tasting room
Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel

3.5 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (576)
"Perfect location! Wonderful hotel! Would highly recommend and would definitely stay here again!"
Canada
Meghan
The price is ￥20,703
￥25,145 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Haley Hotel
Exterior
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"The location is excellent and we loved the hotel! "
United States
victoria
The price is ￥32,190
￥36,759 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher
Social Stays

Social Stays

1.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (22)
"Expedia overcharges and doesn't have accessible information, but Social Stays was excellent in their communication and accomodations. Wonderful value."
United States
Sebastian
Social Stays
Room
Social Stays On State Street

Social Stays On State Street

Downtown Santa Barbara
Social Stays On State Street
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Greatvsay"
Mary Libby 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

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What is Downtown Santa Barbara like for travelers on a budget?
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What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Downtown Santa Barbara?
Based on our traveler reviews, Social Stays is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Another top choice for your budget-friendly stay is Social Stays On State Street.
What is there to see and do in Downtown Santa Barbara?
Downtown Santa Barbara attracts visitors with its fantastic dining options and bar scene, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then plan some activities that cost very little. If you're looking to enjoy the area's natural beauty, you can get outdoors at El Capitan Lake, De la Guerra Plaza, or West Beach.
How can I get to Downtown Santa Barbara and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Downtown Santa Barbara can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is 7.7 mi (12.4 km) away from the center in Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can book a flight to Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), located 24.9 mi (40 km) away. Downtown Santa Barbara might not have many public transportation choices so renting a car could be a reasonable alternative to see more of the area.