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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,246 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and convenient/walkable locations. "
United States
Kimberley
The price is ¥37,248
¥43,313 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Hotel Santa Barbara

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (610 reviews)
"Hands down we’d stay there again. Great location and boutique hotel. "
United States
Ramona
The price is ¥20,376
¥24,816 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Haley Hotel

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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
June
The price is ¥40,334
¥46,059 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Social Stays On State Street

Social Stays On State Street
1.0 star property
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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Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Santa Barbara like for travelers on a budget?
Check out discount places to stay in Downtown Santa Barbara on Expedia.com and plan a trip that stays within your budget. Downtown Santa Barbara is a destination that travelers visit for its fantastic dining options and bar scene. You can scroll through a variety of hotels and other types of accommodation with Member Prices to find the best deal for you. Guided by our site's helpful page filters, you can limit results by price per night, or by amenities that customers often look for like free parking and free WiFi. If you're interested in affordable options near specific attractions, such as Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara, try filtering by location to refine your search. While you browse, use the heart button to save your favorites so that it's easy to find them when you're ready to book. Need a flight or a car for your trip? Choose from the Bundle and Save travel packages and discover huge discounts by arranging transportation at the same time.
What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Downtown Santa Barbara?
Based on our traveler reviews, Social Stays On State Street is a top choice for a less expensive stay.
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 De la Guerra Plaza, Leadbetter Beach, or East 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.