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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$409 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
AU$409
12 Apr - 13 Apr
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,289 reviews)
First time staying here. Loved my stay. Staff is very helpful and friendly. The hotel smells amazing

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026

Hotel Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$197 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
AU$197
16 Apr - 17 Apr
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! (2,331 reviews)
The bathroom was not entirely clean. The sheets on the bed are very thin, and feel very old, as well as feeling quite rough. The breakfast is average, and coffee below average

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$279 per night from 3 May to 4 May
AU$279
3 May - 4 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,181 reviews)
The pictures were definitely misleading and shot with a wide angle camera and maybe a bit of touch up. The room was small, dim and definitely did not have the "retro" vibe the pictures are going for. The staff at check-in wasnt rude, but definitely not friendly either. Our biggest issue was with ...

Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
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Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera

4 out of 5
800 Garden St Santa Barbara CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and Netflix. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Harbor and Rafael Gonzalez House are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (155 reviews)
Perfect in every way. Location, cleanliness, proximity to state street (shops and restaurants) and the beach. Just fantastic.

Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

Casa Riviera
Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin

3 out of 5
1018 Garden St Santa Barbara CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (253 reviews)
Clean, comfortable room. Easy access. Walkable neighborhood with fun stuff close by

Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026

Casa Jardin
Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina

4 out of 5
513 De La Vina St Santa Barbara CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Bowl and Moreton Bay ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (159 reviews)
Great location and very comfortable and clean!! Would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Casa De La Vina
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Popular places to visit

Cavern Point

Cavern Point

Hike to this lookout point in southern California to enjoy sweeping views of the coastline from the top of one of the world’s largest island sea caves.

Cavern Point
Santa Barbara County Courthouse

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

5/5(1 review)

See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.

Santa Barbara County Courthouse
Santa Barbara Harbor

Santa Barbara Harbor

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Harbor
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Santa Barbara Bowl

Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a popular theatre in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Bowl
Giraffe

Santa Barbara Zoo

5/5(2 reviews)

Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Zoo
Stearns Wharf

Stearns Wharf

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as cycling in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Stearns Wharf

Activities

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

AU$40
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Whale and Wildlife Yacht Cruise in Santa Barbara

Whale and Wildlife Yacht Cruise in Santa Barbara

AU$78
per adult
Whale and Wildlife Yacht Cruise in Santa Barbara
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

AU$98
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

AU$54
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy

Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy

AU$36
per adult
Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

AU$50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
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