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Top Santa Barbara LGBT Welcoming Hotels

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$492 per night from 13 May to 14 May
AU$492
per night
13 May - 14 May
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Very cold in public areas, esp. restaurant"

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2024

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4 out of 5
1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$378 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$378
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
7.8/10 Good! (613 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay! Had a room with a balcony and ocean view - definitely worth it although would have been nice to not have been in a corner as it limited the view. Rooms were lovely, and staff accommodating. Rate was competitive for the area, but the resort and parking fees added another ..."

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2024

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
31 W Carrillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$563 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$563
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"A bit disappointed. Expensive. Small room."

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2024

Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel
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Moxy Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
12 E Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$489 per night from 1 May to 2 May
AU$489
per night
1 May - 2 May
8.6/10 Excellent! (774 reviews)
"The decor was unique"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2024

Moxy Santa Barbara
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3 out of 5
306 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$315 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$315
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2024

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
La Playa Inn
2.5 out of 5
116 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$441 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
AU$441
per night
30 Apr - 1 May
9.6/10 Exceptional! (817 reviews)
"Great stay!"

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2024

La Playa Inn
Palmoro House
3 out of 5
424 Por La Mar Drive, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$343 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$343
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
7.4/10 Good! (240 reviews)
"Bathroom was not clean, linen was stained"

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2024

Palmoro House
Riviera Beach House
3.5 out of 5
121 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
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The price is AU$463 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$463
per night
12 May - 13 May
8/10 Very Good! (859 reviews)
"This boutique property is boho fresh! We loved the unique decor and proximity to fun dining options!"

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2024

Riviera Beach House
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3 out of 5
17 W Haley St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$441 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$441
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location."

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2024

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The Inn at East Beach
2.5 out of 5
1029 Orilla Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$199 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
AU$199
per night
29 Apr - 30 Apr
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Old property thats been updated. Full kitchen in the rooms. Our room felt empty as there were no chairs or sofa or dining table, i felt like we had enough room for square dancing or something how empty it was, while my kids' room upstairs had chairs to sit and watch tv in and a dining table/chairs. ..."

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2024

The Inn at East Beach
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Enjoy gay-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara


What kinds of gay-friendly hotels are there in Santa Barbara?


When you're looking for gay-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara, you'll find a wide variety of options to choose from. These welcoming hotels come in all shapes and sizes and offer a diverse array of amenities and special features you can enjoy. Whether you're looking for something romantic, like hotels with spa facilities, or are more interested in rooms better fit for a solo traveller or a group of friends, you'll find it here. What these hotels all have in common, though, is strict anti-discrimination policies and insight into some of the most popular LGBTQ-friendly activities available in town.


What are the best gay-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara like?


The best gay-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara depends on what you're looking for in accommodation. Fortunately, you can easily find what you need, thanks to the multitude of available search filters. You can filter based on amenities you may be interested in, like hot tubs or pet-friendly policies, or you can sort by star rating. You can even filter by guest reviews to show only hotels that have received predominantly high marks from previous guests. Don't forget to mark the filter for LGBTQ-friendly hotels to only show anti-discriminatory hotels in your results.


How can I find deals on Santa Barbara gay-friendly hotels?


You'll find plenty of deals on gay-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara. If you want to increase your chances of finding a deal, try booking your stay in the off-season when prices are usually cheaper. Additionally, think about what amenities you may be willing to go without to drive the price down even further. Of course, booking a short distance away from prominent attractions can be an easy way to save while still being close to public transport routes that can get you to the action easily. Just keep in mind that these are general trends rather than solid rules, as prices fluctuate all the time and can be difficult to predict.


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Are gay-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara fully refundable?


A fully refundable cancelation is a handy feature to have, and numerous gay-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara offer it. Expedia is proud to host a wide variety of hotels that offer full refund – there's even a search-filter option for it. You'll be able to see all qualifying hotels clearly marked on your search results page without even having to click the hotels individually.