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Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
North State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,518 reviews)
"Clean and spacious accommodations and friendly staff."
United States
William
The price is ￥20,806
￥23,718 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Sandpiper Lodge
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,281 reviews)
"3 blocks from the beach with an awesome staff and spotless rooms."
United States
Daneka
The price is ￥29,239
￥34,610 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Reception

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room and super convenient location. The staff are quite friendly as well."
United States
Jamil
The price is ￥32,479
￥37,027 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Reception

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"great location!"
United States
Karen
The price is ￥24,988
￥28,486 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
The Inn at East Beach
Room amenity

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,401 reviews)
"A great spot just a stones throw to the beach. Very clean and tidy, just what we needed for a couple of nights."
United Kingdom
Angus
The price is ￥30,731
￥35,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Exterior

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
North State
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Had a great nights stay and the receptionist was extremely helpful. Will be staying again when I come for my next fishing excursion"
United States
Phillip
The price is ￥20,111
￥24,219 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
Courtyard

Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
San Roque
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Wonderful location central to everything you could need. Very charming Inn. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Anthony
The price is ￥25,281
￥28,821 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Oasis Inn & Suites
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Town and Country Inn

Town and Country Inn
2.5 star property
North State
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Decent place to stay."
United States
Kelly
The price is ￥20,341
￥24,001 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Town and Country Inn
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Rose Garden Inn

Rose Garden Inn
1.5 star property
North State
6.6 out of 10, (1,008 reviews)
"Great plaxe to stay"
United States
David
The price is ￥20,573
￥23,452 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Rose Garden Inn
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Presidio

The Presidio
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (811 reviews)
"Reasonable stay downtown."
United States
Henry
The price is ￥23,785
￥27,115 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
The Presidio
Interior entrance

Agave Inn

Agave Inn
2.0 star property
East San Roque
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (799 reviews)
"Staff was very accommodating room was quaint and we were close to many restaurants and shops"
United States
Michael
The price is ￥26,105
￥29,760 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Agave Inn
Exterior

Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,139 reviews)
"We always love staying here when visiting Santa Barbara!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is ￥45,120
￥51,437 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Marina Beach Hotel
Deluxe King - Renovated | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Sunset Motel

Sunset Motel
2.5 star property
San Roque
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Overall a good pick for a budget saving trip"
United States
Miguel
The price is ￥22,392
￥26,421 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Sunset Motel
Front of property

Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
6.0 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"Surprised at older poor reviews; stayed here w elderly parents and enjoyed relaxed quiet peaceful stay, so close to beach and wharf."
United States
James
The price is ￥28,849
￥38,387 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Ala Mar by the Sea
Front of property

Royal Copenhagen Inn

Royal Copenhagen Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,002 reviews)
"Great and comfortable staying"
United States
indalecio
The price is ￥22,536
￥26,178 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Royal Copenhagen Inn
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
Carpinteria
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,370 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful staff"
United States
Stephen
The price is ￥13,262
￥15,606 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Front of property

King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,041 reviews)
"You will enjoy this cute hotel and how close it is to everything."
United States
Gabriela
The price is ￥20,019
￥23,310 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
King Frederik Inn
Exterior

Solvang Inn and Cottages

Solvang Inn and Cottages
2.0 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Highly recommend to anyone looking for a comfortable stay!"
United States
Margarita
The price is ￥18,343
￥21,398 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Solvang Inn and Cottages
Courtyard

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
Carpinteria
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,231 reviews)
"Great place for staying. "
United States
Yanchao
The price is ￥12,397
￥14,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
Property grounds

Hamlet Inn

Hamlet Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"The room was really spacious and right on Main Street, great place for a good price, I would definitely return here on a future trip"
United States
Esquivel
The price is ￥16,163
￥18,914 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Hamlet Inn
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Top Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Nice affordable place to stay in Santa Barbara."
Tanya 2-night trip
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Sandpiper Lodge

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Santa Barbara Motels information

Number of reviews
23,591
Accommodation
14 Motels
Lowest Price
￥14,652
Highest Price
￥51,437

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Santa Barbara?
If you're having difficulty finding a motel in Santa Barbara, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let us help you find a similar property from more than 1200 hotels and other accommodations. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. Starting in the early 1950s, customized neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and you can see these today along the historic U.S. Route 66.
What are the best motels in Santa Barbara?
Sandpiper Lodge: Stay within a 10-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo. Enjoy access to the fitness center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara: Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo. Rose Garden Inn: Enjoy access to the free WiFi and free parking, as well as room amenities like a private yard. Stay within a 10-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara: It's located within a 10-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo. Free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay. Marina Beach Hotel: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo. Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.
How many motels should I expect to find in Santa Barbara?
Expedia has 14 low-priced motels in Santa Barbara.
What can I do in Santa Barbara?
In this walkable area, enjoy its scenic seaside and wineries while you're sightseeing. Those visiting Santa Barbara love its shops, cafes, and restaurants. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Leadbetter Beach, Arroyo Burro Beach, and Butterfly Beach. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Santa Barbara Zoo, Channel Islands National Park, and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum. Some historical places you might want to see include Presidio Santa Barbara, Mission Santa Barbara, and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park.
What's the seasonal weather like in Santa Barbara?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Santa Barbara to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Barbara is 15 inches.
What are my options for getting around Santa Barbara when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Santa Barbara to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), which is located 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is 24.7 mi (39.7 km) away. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop on a train at Santa Barbara Station.

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