The Funk Zone Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal house on stilts with a pier extending into calm waters, surrounded by boats and mountains in the background.
A pier extending into calm waters with a cloudy sky above.
A sunset with palm trees silhouetted against a colorful sky.
A wine glass with 'Creana' branding on a wooden table.

Stay near popular The Funk Zone attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best The Funk Zone Hotel Deals

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

5 out of 5
36 State Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$808 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$808
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hotel Californian
Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

3.5 out of 5
121 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$324 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$324
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,006 reviews)
"This hotel was definitely 10/10. The cleanliness, the staff, the quality of customer service. I would definitely stay here again. The only thing was the room was small but for me on a solo date that was fine and that won’t lower my score. It’s also connected to a restaurant that has amazing food! ..."

Reviewed on 23 July 2026

Riviera Beach House
Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
12 E Montecito Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$416 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$416
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (817 reviews)
"The staff was particularly informative. The location can’t be beat. There is no closet per se but they have knobs and cool leather handled hangers & a steamer. It worked well for me. Will come back!"

Reviewed on 14 July 2026

Moxy Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$495 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$495
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Hotel Santa Barbara
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

2 out of 5
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is AU$143 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$143
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$239 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$239
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,582 reviews)
"The room was clean, the breakfast was surprisingly good and everything, including the A/C, worked well. I would recommend."

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
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.

Our guide on where to stay in The Funk Zone

Find the best The Funk Zone areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor.

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Presidio Santa Barbara or Granada Theatre might round out your trip.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.



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