A coastal house on stilts with a pier extending into calm waters, surrounded by boats and mountains in the background.

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Our top choices for The Funk Zone family-friendly hotels

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of buildings in the background.

1. Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Family bliss at Hotel Californian with pools, kids' club, and beach access for fun-packed coastal holidays and memories.
The price is AU$1,339
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Hotel Californian
A swimming pool with a diving board, surrounded by a red fence and trees.

2. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,412 reviews)
The price is AU$256
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

3. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,117 reviews)
The price is AU$384
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A resort pool area with palm trees, outdoor seating, and a view of the ocean at night.

4. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
The price is AU$497
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Harbor View Inn
Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

5. 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, (1,495 reviews)
The price is AU$221
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
A pool area with a circular pool, lounge chairs, and a view of mountains in the background.

6. The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
The price is AU$222
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Inn at East Beach
A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.

7. The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,628 reviews)
The price is AU$478
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Milo
A patio with a stone bench and cushions, a fire pit, and a view of a building with arched windows and a door.

8. Casa Del Mar Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
The price is AU$297
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Casa Del Mar Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a refrigerator.

9. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
Carpinteria
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,684 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Family escape by the beach with a pet-friendly welcome and an outdoor pool for splashing fun all day long.
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a runway and palm trees.

10. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (471 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Beachfront resort offers poolside fun, pickleball courts, and seaside bike trails perfect for your next family adventure.
The price is AU$457
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in The Funk Zone

Breakfast included
Pool

Top The Funk Zone Hotel Reviews

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Such a great location to the sea front and to Stearns Wharf. The staff were also really friendly and the room was great. I will say though if you have super thick/long hair like I do, the showers will take longer as the water pressure isn’t very strong (just my opinion though.) For men and for women who have short hair, you’ll be absolutely fine! The shower cleanliness and amenities itself were great."
Kris 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

What's The Funk Zone like for family-friendly holidays?
The walkable destination of The Funk Zone is a great choice if you've been thinking about a holiday with the children. The boating, beaches and excursions are just some of the things that make this a good destination for family holidays. Arrange a flight into Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal), which is the closest airport, or Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is located 25.8 mi (41.5 km) from the centre of The Funk Zone.
What's the best family accommodation in The Funk Zone?
Hotel Californian is a hotel with an outdoor pool and a children's club, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families.
What's there to see and do with your family in The Funk Zone?
While you are holidaying in The Funk Zone, you and the family may want to see some interesting spots such as MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor.

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