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Guests can enjoy a wine and cheese hour every evening at this Santa Barbara bed and breakfast. Rooms are uniquely furnished and feature free Wi-Fi. Stearns Wharf is less than 10 minutes’ drive away.

Downtown Santa Barbara is 1.6 km from the bed and breakfast. The Santa Barbara Mission is 5 minutes’ drive away.

Very good quality comfortable place to stay

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9.3
Superb
418 reviews
Price from
£259
per night

The 3-course gourmet breakfast includes home-made granola, fresh fruit, yogurt and a hot entree that varies daily, such as eggs Florentine or cottage cheese pancakes. Organic free trade coffee, a large selection of choice teas and juice are also included.

It was like a dream house. Beautiful.

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9
Superb
585 reviews
Price from
£197
per night

Located 1 block from West Beach, this boutique Santa Barbara inn offers individually decorated rooms with free WiFi. Guests of this inn can enjoy free use of 3-speed bicycles.

The unique guest rooms at the Harbor House Inn include a TV with premium cable film channels and a Netflix account. Select rooms include a kitchen. All rooms offer air-conditioning as well as tea and coffee making facilities.

All in all, exceptional. Staff super friendly, we were able to drop off luggage way before. Also, bikes and Beach utensils are offered free of charge. The room was very big, super clean & just perfect.

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9.5
Exceptional
343 reviews
Price from
£156
per night

In the centre of Santa Barbara, Cactus Room - Private Entrance features garden views from the terrace. Among the facilities at this property are full-day security and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Outdoor dining is also possible at the guest house.

Perfect gem. Very private, pristine clean, comfortable bed, all details are so thought through. Hosts are super nice and helpful.

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9.3
Superb
48 reviews
Price from
£161
per night

An outdoor pool with a hot tub is featured at Franciscan Inn Santa Barbara. Modern amenities like a flat-screen TV and free WiFi are provided in all rooms.

Styled in subtle coloured floral or off-white bedding, all rooms feature a contemporary feel and an iPod docking station at Franciscan Inn.

New and well-designed rooms, equipped with everything needed, including espresso machine with capsules (which is not so common in the US hotels). Great location, near the promenade, the beach and all the restaurants. Staff was very kind and helpful. Additional hot and soft drinks were complementary and available 24/7. Large rooms and bath. Comfortable beds. Free accessible parking.

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8.7
Fabulous
1,367 reviews
Price from
£196
per night

At the inn, rooms have a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, guest rooms at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms are equipped with a patio. At the accommodation each room is equipped with bed linen and towels.

So charming, cozy, and well kept! Right across the street from a beach, well-appointed rooms, and a fireplace!

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8
Very good
454 reviews
Price from
£201
per night

Originally built in 1905, this quaint Santa Barbara B&B features individually decorated guest rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers spa and massage services and serves a daily buffet breakfast. Santa Barbara town centre is 5 minutes’ drive away.

Dominique was so welcoming. She gave us lots of tips on sights to see and places to eat. Our room was great and the breakfast is amazing.

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8.7
Fabulous
142 reviews
Price from
£251
per night

This hotel is located less than 5 minutes from Stearns Wharf and Ledbetter Beach and Park. It features rooms with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi.

The accommodations at the Santa Barbara Casa Del Mar Inn include a work desk. In-room spa services are available upon request. A hair dryer and ironing facilities are provided.

The location was impeccable. Only a street away from the beachfront and a ten minute walk from the train station. The rooms were quiet and comfortable, looking out onto the greenery. No frills stay with a simple breakfast (cereal, bagels, spreads) and a complimentary wine happy hour for guests.

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8.2
Very good
290 reviews
Price from
£196
per night

Showcasing views of the Pacific Ocean, this hotel opposite Santa Barbara beach offers a free deluxe continental breakfast. This harbour-front inn features a heated outdoor pool and hot tub. Free Wi-Fi is available.

amazing! we really liked the room, the view was amazing, the beds were comfortable, the pool was heated, the room was super clean and big, the wine and cheese were also amazing. the staff were extremely helpful. we also got a free room upgrade for our honeymoon. would go back!

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8.7
Fabulous
433 reviews
Price from
£205
per night

This Santa Barbara inn is located next to Pershing Park and 2 blocks from the beach. The inn offers a daily continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi.

Lavender Inn by the Sea features a refrigerator and coffee maker in every guest room. DVD players and free movie rentals are also included in each room. Guests will also receive a welcome beverage.

Very peaceful place with the beautiful garden, complimentary wine happy hour, small fountains, fireplace on chilly mornings and the kind, helpful staff. I got a queen room and it was very comfortable for me as a solo traveler. The room has a fridge, a coffee machine, and a microwave, which were really convenient for me. The housekeeping upon request works totally fine with me. They work really well as well. The assistants at the front desk are helpful and attentive. Many thanks to them. Many of the hotels here don’t provide breakfast so I am glad that breakfast is available. Overall, I loved it. Hoping to come back.

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8.3
Very good
298 reviews
Price from
£223
per night

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  • Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 420 reviews

    Guests can enjoy a wine and cheese hour every evening at this Santa Barbara bed and breakfast. Rooms are uniquely furnished and feature free Wi-Fi. Stearns Wharf is less than 10 minutes’ drive away.

    location, welcome, Andrea was wonderful and helpful.

  • Bath Street Inn
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 585 reviews

    Nestled in Santa Barbara, this Victorian B&B is less than a mile from the Arlington and Granada theaters.

    Breakfast comfy bed little cute living room and patio

  • Harbor House Inn
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 343 reviews

    Located 1 block from West Beach, this boutique Santa Barbara inn offers individually decorated rooms with free WiFi. Guests of this inn can enjoy free use of 3-speed bicycles.

    Very friendly and helpful staff. Bikes were great!

  • Cactus Room - Private Entrance
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 48 reviews

    In the centre of Santa Barbara, Cactus Room - Private Entrance features garden views from the terrace.

    Very clean, cute decorations, street parking available

  • Secret Garden Inn & Cottages
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 142 reviews

    Originally built in 1905, this quaint Santa Barbara B&B features individually decorated guest rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers spa and massage services and serves a daily buffet breakfast.

    The genuine kindness and thoughtful of of the staff and guest.

  • Casa Del Mar Inn
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 290 reviews

    This hotel is located less than 5 minutes from Stearns Wharf and Ledbetter Beach and Park. It features rooms with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi.

    Staff was very nice. Great location and very cozy.⁰

  • West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 433 reviews

    Showcasing views of the Pacific Ocean, this hotel opposite Santa Barbara beach offers a free deluxe continental breakfast. This harbour-front inn features a heated outdoor pool and hot tub.

    Location by the beach. Clean rooms and helpful staff

  • Lavender Inn by the Sea
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 298 reviews

    This Santa Barbara inn is located next to Pershing Park and 2 blocks from the beach. The inn offers a daily continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi.

    The staff were excellent,,, loved the pool , loved the afternoon wine 😍

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  • Hobbit Haven
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 17 reviews

    Hobbit Haven is located in the Mission Canyon district of Santa Barbara, 4.9 km from Antioch College, 6.6 km from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara and 7 km from Santa Barbara City College.

    Lovely little hobbit house, full of small treasures inside

  • The Franciscan Hotel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,366 reviews

    An outdoor pool with a hot tub is featured at Franciscan Inn Santa Barbara. Modern amenities like a flat-screen TV and free WiFi are provided in all rooms.

    Lovely hotel in a great location. Staff were excellent

  • Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 454 reviews

    Located in Santa Barbara, 200 metres from East Beach, Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a terrace.

    the guy in the reception was perfect - he helped a lot 🙏

  • The Craft House Inn

    Ideally situated in Santa Barbara, The Craft House Inn is a recently renovated bed and breakfast, which features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

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B&Bs that guests love in Santa Barbara

  • Avg. price/night: £250.54
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 142 reviews
    Quiet and secluded in lovely garden environment . Dominique, the owner, was very kind and accommodating. The bed was very comfortable. Excellent breakfast served by Dominique : croissants, scrambled eggs, fresh fruit.
    Elizabeth
    Young couple
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 405 reviews
    Great location. Very quaint and super cute Also very clean
    machaela
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £312.66
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,366 reviews
    Great location close to downtown and the beach, quiet area and nice rooms with comfy bed.
    Ian
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £587.83
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 234 reviews
    Charming boutique gem in Santa Barbara! Elegant decor, attentive staff, and prime location, amazing bar & restaurant. Enjoyed every moment. Will definitely return!
    M
    Mathias
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £283.30
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,095 reviews
    Lovely hotel, lovely staff, great location and clean, quiet room.
    Jane
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £196.20
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,148 reviews
    Very nice staff. Great location. Overall quiet. Simple but sufficient breakfast. Big room. TV OK. Clean. Easy safe parking. Plenty of nearby restaurants within walking distance. I would return.
    Peter
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £205.59
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 585 reviews
    The place is quiet and conveniently located and has a private parking which makes the trip super. The beds were best I stayed in US and had a good deep sleep.
    Mahmood
    Family with young children
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 48 reviews
    Charming house. Great location - walked to town centre in 5 mins. Shame not to meet the host. I think we were avoiding getting in each others way. So it was intertaction free... Which is great!
    Louis
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £124.64
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 777 reviews
    The staff were very friendly and helpful. Great location. Quiet at night. Rooms are dark and easy to sleep in. I recommend this hotel.
    TeeZees
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £260.78
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 264 reviews
    Great location, very friendly and accommodating staff, quaint and comfortable rooms, nice patio for a quiet morning coffee... will come back. Coffee and water in the comfortable lobby were nice, too - and promptly refilled.
    Lars
    Group

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