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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.

Very clean, cute decorations, street parking available

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9.3
Wonderful
49 reviews
Price from
MYR 1,048
per night

Set in Santa Barbara and only 22 km from University of California, Santa Barbara, New Listing -Luxury House on the Riviera, Modern Design, and Panoramic Ocean -30 day Minimum offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. This villa features air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.4 km from Antioch College.

Location was perfect for what we needed.

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9.6
Exceptional
12 reviews
Price from
MYR 1,883
per night

Casa Jardin - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara offers accommodation within 500 metres of the centre of Santa Barbara, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. This apartment features free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. The apartment has private entrance.

Super nice stay and cosy, clean and fresh apartment with everything you need. Extra plus for the super silent AC. The hosts are extremely helpful and easy to reach for questions. The location are the perfect mix of quiet and cute Santa Barbara neighbourhood with just a 10 min walk to State Street with shops and cafes etc.

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9.4
Wonderful
48 reviews
Price from
MYR 1,009
per night

Casa Valerio - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara features accommodation within 500 metres of the centre of Santa Barbara, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. This apartment provides air-conditioned accommodation with a patio. Featuring a private entrance, the apartment allows guests to maintain their privacy.

The property is perfect for the price, being centrally located, very clean, well serviced and spacious. Would highly recommend a stay here!

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9.1
Wonderful
88 reviews
Price from
MYR 1,194
per night

Featuring 2-star accommodation, Castillo Inn at the Beach is situated in Santa Barbara, less than 1 km from East Beach and a 10-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach. The property is set 18 km from University of California, Santa Barbara, 8.3 km from Westmont College and 1.7 km from Brooks Institute of Photography. The property is non-smoking and is located 400 metres from West Beach.

Close to downtown. Close to beach. Close to cozy breakfast restaurant.

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8.6
Excellent
1,376 reviews
Price from
MYR 844
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.

Rooms were great as they had just been remodelled.

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8.7
Excellent
1,374 reviews
Price from
MYR 1,172
per night

Situated in Santa Barbara, 400 metres from West Beach, ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities. Popular points of interest nearby include Santa Barbara City College, Antioch College and Brooks Institute of Photography. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

Amazing location. Super clean. Great bed and shower

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8.9
Excellent
220 reviews
Price from
MYR 217
per night

Just 10 minutes’ drive from Santa Barbara City College. Free WiFi is available.

Featuring modern Mexican-inspired décor, each bright room at Agave Inn includes a flat-screen TV with cable. Comfortably furnished, all en suite rooms include a fridge and microwave.

The property is clean with cute decorations. The staff is friendly. There is a fridge, microwave, and supplies to make coffee and tea. The mountain views from the area are beautiful. And I loved having a door code instead of a key.

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8.4
Very Good
374 reviews
Price from
MYR 560
per night

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. The property is around 8.5 km from Westmont College, 4 km from Granada Theatre and 4.1 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and University of California, Santa Barbara is 15 km away.

Steve is an excellent host and he has maintained the place very well. it has everything you need and manages to capture the essence and magic. the place is very comfortable and comfy.

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8.8
Excellent
17 reviews
Price from
MYR 906
per night

Featuring a hot tub, Hummingbird Haven is located in Santa Barbara. This holiday home provides accommodation with a patio. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and University of California, Santa Barbara is 10 km away.

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9.5
Exceptional
2 reviews
Price from
MYR 3,349
per night

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For those trying to save, these fun, budget hotels still have lots to offer, from Wifi to convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties are set in central areas and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find loads of options that feature 24-hour front desks and luggage storage.
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  • ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 220 reviews

    Located in Santa Barbara, a 4-minute walk from West Beach, ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel has accommodations with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

    Amazing location. Super clean. Great bed and shower

  • Cactus Room - Private Entrance
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 49 reviews

    The recently renovated Cactus Room - Private Entrance provides accommodations with a garden and a terrace in the heart of Santa Barbara.

    Very clean, cute decorations, street parking available

  • New Listing -Luxury House on the Riviera , Modern Design, and Panoramic Ocean -30 day Minimum
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 12 reviews

    Offering a garden, New Listing -Luxury House on the Riviera, Modern Design, and Panoramic Ocean -30 day Minimum features accommodations in Santa Barbara.

    Picture don’t do justice House was beautiful, super clean and all the essentials needed Thank you

  • Hobbit Haven
    Breakfast options
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 17 reviews

    Hobbit Haven offers accommodations in Santa Barbara, 3.1 miles from Antioch College and 4.1 miles from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara.

    Lovely little hobbit house, full of small treasures inside

  • Hummingbird Haven
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Hummingbird Haven is located in Santa Barbara, just 10 miles from Westmont College and 5.4 miles from Santa Barbara Museum of Art.

  • Funk Zone Apartment Walking Distance to the Beach
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Funk Zone Apartment Walking Distance to the Beach offers accommodations in Santa Barbara, 11 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara and 5.2 miles from Westmont College.

  • Brand New Apartment Close to Beach and Downtown
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1 review

    Brand New Apartment Close to Beach and Downtown offers accommodations in Santa Barbara, a 14-minute walk from Antioch College and 5.2 miles from Westmont College.

  • 2 bedroom with bunk room and private yard for pets
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    2 bedroom with bunk room and private yard for pets is located in Santa Barbara, just 11 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara and 5.2 miles from Westmont College.

Great access to the city center! Check these cheap hotels in Santa Barbara

  • Tropical Beach Villa with Deck, Spa Walk to Ocean
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Tropical Beach Villa with Deck, Spa Walk to Ocean features a hot tub and free private parking, and is within a 7-minute walk of One Thousand Steps Beach and 0.7 miles of Leadbetter Beach.

  • Upscale Downtown Home Walk to Beach shops Bars 2
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    A 14-minute walk from East Beach in the center of Santa Barbara, Upscale Downtown Home Walk to Beach shops Bars 2 features accommodations with access to a garden.

  • Casa Jardin - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 48 reviews

    Casa Jardin - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara offers accommodations within 600 yards of the center of Santa Barbara, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave.

    Easy to walk to points of interest. Very good coffee in room.

  • Casa Valerio - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 88 reviews

    Casa Valerio - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara features accommodations within 600 yards of the center of Santa Barbara, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a...

    Everything was great, super cute and really clean!

  • The Franciscan Hotel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,374 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

  • Castillo Inn at the Beach
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,374 reviews

    A 9-minute walk from East Beach, Castillo Inn at the Beach provides 2-star accommodations in the West Beach district of Santa Barbara.

    The mattress was extremely comfortable very nice!!!

  • Agave Inn
    Central location
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 374 reviews

    Just 10 minutes’ drive from Santa Barbara City College. Free WiFi is available. Featuring modern Mexican-inspired décor, each bright room at Agave Inn includes a flat-screen TV with cable.

    Well positioned parking available. Bed comfortable.

  • Santa Cruz
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

    Santa Cruz offers accommodations in Santa Barbara, 1.4 miles from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara and 1.8 miles from Antioch College.

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  • Avg. price/night: MYR 1,130.08
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 220 reviews
    Amazing location! Very clean and the beds were comfortable. Good number of showers/bathrooms etc for the number of people staying there - didn’t have to wait. Great espresso and kitchen facilities. Zack’s taco night was great!
    Kate
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: MYR 1,227.74
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 405 reviews
    Great location. Very quaint and super cute Also very clean
    machaela
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: MYR 1,634.69
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 454 reviews
    The location is great, right next to the beach. The pool area is good with plenty of seating. The room was very clean and comfortable. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Would recommend to anyone thinking of staying in this area. Lots of good eats in walking distance.
    Phil
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: MYR 1,677.14
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2,322 reviews
    Great location close to the beach and pier. Very clean. Free tea and coffee. Great staff. Nice room.
    Lajos
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: MYR 1,104.17
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,485 reviews
    This is a hotel located just across the street from the beach and it is very affordable! It has a retro charm - it's clean, quiet, and everything was comfortable. You can walk to restaurants and there is a heated pool! It doesn't have all the latest updates or a bunch of frills - but it is more than comfortable. Fans are included in each room and the rooms are very clean and comfortable.
    Jesse
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: MYR 1,338.47
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,785 reviews
    Hotel in a quiet location with parking in front of the rooms, a pool, and even a small independent café in the parking lot. Very clean and comfortable rooms, with a nice bed, bathroom and television - equipped with a fridge and bottles of water and biscuits on arrival next to the coffee machine.
    Edward
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: MYR 1,634.69
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 454 reviews
    Location, close to beach and Santa Barbara. Heated outdoor pool, small but clean. Jonny on reception very helpful. Always plenty of towels. The rooms and the communal space including pool area very clean. The showers in the bed rooms worked excellently.
    Dympna
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: MYR 902.99
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,282 reviews
    location was good if you have a car. Was one of the cheapest options in Santa Barbara, so good if you’re traveling on a budget. also free parking.
    Tom
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: MYR 1,726.76
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 783 reviews
    My wife and I had a great 2 night stay here in Nov 22. The hotel is in a very central location right in the middle of State Street, the pedestrianized main street in downtown Santa Barbara. It is surrounded by all the downtown shops, bars and restaurants and a short walk to the Funk Zone, West beach and Stearns Wharf and pier. Although it is very central, it was not noisy. The main hotel entrance is impressive, and our room was large, well equipped and very clean. There is also car parking, which is ideal.
    Guy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: MYR 902.99
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,282 reviews
    The motel room I used was very clean and quiet. I slept very well as the large bed was very comfortable. The bathroom especially the shower were very good with no major issues. The room was well heated. The location was very good as it was within walking distance of Mission Santa Barbara in a very nice area. There was a bus stop right outside the motel so one could easily reach downtown. Both the man and woman I dealt with were very friendly and helpful.
    denis
    Solo traveler

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